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LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE Kicking Off 12 Monthly Issues In 2023! It’s a new year and time to redirect our focus on our health and happiness. This month’s pages feature 10 Trends In Health Inspired Afternoons, 7 Spectacular Places to Harmonize and more. Plus– our Cover Story introduces readers to area res-idents who share on walking the balance beam of life with grace and tenacity. In addition to celebrating healthy hot spots and inspiring area res-idents, our pages feature 5 Things to Do on page 7– spotlighting 5 local events that are trending right now– along with many more events, must-visit dining establishments, new businesses, trend-ing shops and so much more. Stay connected to www.GlancerMagazine.com all year long for daily posts, photos features, event highlights and endless com-munity spirit. Happy New Year to you and yours! Lindy Kleivo Founder/Publishing Director Lindy Is Pictured with Her DaughterJaclyn at The Rustic Fox Chris Kringle EventJANUARY 2023TABLE OF CONTENTST E A M G L A N C E R PUBLISHER Glancer Magazine, Inc. PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Lindy Kleivo EDITORIAL | Print + Digital Kristen Kucharski Columnist / Writer Mindy Kyle Columnist / Writer Brianna Bartemeyer Features Writer SALES / MARKETING Lindy Kleivo Publishing Director PHOTOGRAPHY Mike Catuara Features Photographer P U B L I C A T I O N S GLANCER MAGAZINE A West Suburban Chicago Lifestyle Magazine Featuring the Best of West Suburban Chicago for Communities In DuPage, Kane & Kendall GLANCERMAGAZINE.COM A Hyper-Local Daily Features Site Highlighting On Trend Stories for Communities In DuPage, Kane & Kendall GLANCER GO-TO GUIDE Highlighting Local On Trend Events + Deals for For Communities In DuPage, Kane & Kendall C O N T A C T U S EDITORIAL Press Releases, Local Events, Community News editorial@glancermagazine.com ADVERTISING Digital Advertising + Local Marketing Solutions advertising@glancermagazine.com SUBSCRIPTIONS Monthly Download + Daily Digital www.glancermagazine.comGlancer® Magazine, highlighting the best of DuPage, Kane & Kendall Counties, is produced by Glancer® Magazine, Inc. Glancer Magazine, GlancerMagazine.com. You’ve Been Glanced® and the Glancer® logo are registered trademarks of Glancer Magazine, Inc. All rights reserved. Maga-zine reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. JANUARY 2023 | Vol 17, Issue 205 LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE It’s a new year and time to redirect our focus on our health and happiness. This month’s pages feature health-inspired af-ternoons, places to harmonize and area residents who share on walking the bal-ance beam of life. Subscribe for daily, weekly and monthly updates at www.GlancerMagazine.com ©Copyright 2023 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine, Inc. JJAANNUUAARRYY 22002233®Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 55 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 5 Things to Do 8 10 Trends: In Health Inspired Afternoons 10 8 Balanced Women to Know 25 Anti-Aging Local Expert Katie McManigal 26 Chicago Style: CloudBar 28 Trendy Traveler: Spa Time in Sedona 30 Dining & Cocktails: Aloha Poke & More 33 On Stage: GREASE In Oak Brook 34 Fitness in the New Year with H4 Training 35 College Time Prep 36 Living Your Best Life Locally 43 Shop Gallery Featuring the Hottest Shops 54 New In Town: Grow Wellness Group’s Studio 58 Million Dollar Listing: MidMod In Itasca 60 Unique In Suburbia: Chad’s Cheesecake 65 Literary Local: J.T. Patten 66 Mom’s Little Black Book: Bicycle Spint Art 70 Kid Stuff: Frosty Fest, Matilda & More! 72 7 Spectacular Places to Harmonize www.glancermagazine.com

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5 Things to Do JANUARY 2023 2 Enjoy Jim Green at Art History Brewing Saturday January 21 GENEVA Art Unites With History Experience traditional beer styles from around the world in the comfort of a modern taproom Chuck Bennorth photo credit www jimgreenmusic com www arthistorybrewing com 1 View this Unique Letter Art Display At Reserve 22 through Feb 27 GLEN ELLYN Enjoy seeing the iconic hand painted letters featuring Glen Ellyn destinations by artist Juan Chawuk at Reserve 22 through Feb 27 The letters are on loan from the College of DuPage and Glen Ellyn Public Art Committees as part of their traveling art exhibition More info available online www glenellyn org civicalerts 3 Start to Blossom from Within Let s Focus on You NAPERVILLE Growth is essential to every individual couple family child and teen Grow Wellness Group is here to support you in cultivating growing and nurturing a connected fulfilling and contented life This comprehensive Naperville and Chicago western suburban counseling and therapy practice focuses on wellness of mind body and spirit in a warm relaxed welcoming setting designed to nurture personal exploration and meaningful growth www growwellnessgroup com 4 See The Sound of Music at The Paramount Through January 15 AURORA One of the most beloved musicals of all time and a holiday favorite The Sound of Music has enchanted audiences for over 50 years Join us to experience this classic musical www paramountaurora com 5 Treat Yourself to a Therapeutic Massage Elements Massage Geneva GENEVA Therapeutic massage is a medically proven method for supporting your health and wellness You ll enjoy benefits of Relief from back and neck pain Reduced stress Increased circulation Improved range of motion and more www elementsmassage geneva com Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2023 WESTERN SUBURBS 7

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8 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine10TRENDSIn Health Inspired AfternoonsFeel Renewed & Refreshed All Winter Long Winter is in full swing but don’t let it keep you at home all month long. This month’s featured trends will provide a calming and peaceful afternoon that will leave you feeling re-freshed and renewed for the rest of the season. Enjoy! #1 | Energy Healing for Kids with Special Needs NAPERVILLE–Free group energy healing classes for kids with special needs are offered bi-weekly on Saturdays at Radiant Life Holistic Wellness Center. Bring in your child and the practitioner will work with them one on one sharing some of the following modalities: Reiki, Sound Healing, Occu-pational Therapy, Gentle Massage, Reflexology, Aroma Touch, Essential Oils, Tuning Fork Therapy, etc. www.radiantlifeholisticwellness.com #2 | Gratefulness, Goals, and Guidance Wor\kshop WHEATON–A workshop at the Tau Center on January 7 will offer a guided process to help people reach their full potential. The session will include gratitude practice, effective goal-setting techniques, and creative methods for orienting oneself on positive possibilities via prayer, reflection, journaling, sharing, and visualization. www.taucenter.org Bonita Bowls, Glen Ellyn

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#3 | Sustainable Coffee and Organic Dining ST. CHARLES–Ready for a peaceful afternoon around town? Get ready to sit on the bench swing at Kava Diem Organic River Cafe and enjoy all the delicious and beautiful things life has to offer! Meticulously roasted and brewed coffee, clean-ingredient food, a cozy atmosphere and stunning views of the Fox River make for a healthy and relaxing afternoon. www.kavadiem.com #4 | Slow Flow Yoga and Sound Healing Class YORKVILLE–Whether you regularly practice yoga or you are just getting started, here’s the perfect winter afternoon activity. Join the free weekly class open to all on Sundays, 4-5pm at Sense of Samadhi. Experience the 45 minutes slow flow with a 15 minute sound healing session each week. www.senseofsamadhi.com/events #5 | SoulCollage® Cardmaking Feast LISLE–Love to try new things? Discover your wisdom, change your world on January 22 from 2-5pm at Prairie Yoga. Create your own deck of col-laged cards with personal meaning to help you to know yourself more fully, express your unique gifts, discover your inner wisdom, and have fun in the community with like-minded people! www.prairieyoga.org #6 | Eat Well and Replenish GLEN ELLYN–Grab a friend and head out to enjoy a delicious lunch or snack together. As a health food restaurant in Glen Ellyn, Bonita Bowls has something for every diet including vegan, keto, vegetarian, paleo, or dairy-free. Each smoothie, poke bowl, salad, wrap, and brunch item is packed with fresh ingredients. www.bonitabowls.co/glenellyn #7 | Snow Shoeing DOWNERS GROVE–Enjoy the great outdoors this winter and rent a pair of snowshoes at Lyman Woods. Enjoy the winter woods while there’s still snow on the trails. Adult and children's snowshoes are available for rent during regular Interpretive Center hours on a first-come, first-served basis. The rental fee for each pair is $6 for a 3-hour rental. Dress warm! www.dgparks.org/winter-recreation #8 | Relax & Restore for Teens GENEVA–Teens (12-17) seeking to decompress, release tension, and connect can do so the first Sunday of every month from 11a.m. to Noon at the Prana Yoga Center. Students will practice self-awareness, build self-esteem and cultivate inner calm through breathing, light stretching, so-matic movements, restorative poses and meditation. Open to all levels and abilities. www.pranayogacenter.com #9 | Indoor Farmer’s Market BATAVIA–The Batavia Indoors Farmers’ Market will be held at 150 First Street on January 21 from 9am. to Noon. Enjoy over 15 different vendors each week offering an assortment of fresh greens, meats, eggs, soaps, baked goods, coffee and tea, and more. www.downtownbatavia.com/indoor-farmers-market/ #10 | Retail Therapy NORTH AURORA–Enjoy an afternoon of Retail Therapy as you stroll the creative aisles at The Rustic Fox. Home to a variety of vendors displaying custom works of furniture, decor, fashion, jewelry, art, antiques, vintage goods, baked goods, specialty foods and sauces, and so much more– you’ll leave feeling relaxed and inspired. www.therusticfoxhome.com Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 910 TRENDSKava Diem Organic River Cafe, St. Charles

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 11DOWNERS GROVE–Izabela is balanced both professionally and personally. She is the new Co-Owner of MAR Health & Perform-ance and thrives on working in a space where members are a part of a positive, supportive fitness family community and she can help others become the best version of them-selves. As an active personal trainer as well, she is results oriented, driven, and assertive founded on the basis of discipline and laugh-ter. Izabela has set the bar high for herself with an upcoming goal to win 1st place in the Hyrox Women's Double U.S Open Cham-pionship in February 2023. Carpe Diem! is what makes her tick, begin-ning her days reading the Bible App Plans and taking in wisdom, courage, patience, fear, and perseverance to ensure personal growth and accountability within her extended support network of friends and clients. She uses her Apple Watch to set reminder appointments on her calendar for everything from a workout, listening to a podcast, reading, meeting friends at The Foxtail, and even just sitting in a quiet place. Ultimately, combining fitness and philan-thropy when competing in charitable obstacle course races is the optimum win in Izabela’s balance book! Izabela Shelton

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 13AURORA–Born and raised on the East side of Aurora, Diane loves owning and operating Renew Salon + Spa in her hometown where she can provide a laid back luxurious space dedicated to beauty, wellness and creativity, specializing in beautiful hair. Living by the words, Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as ever you can is what makes her days better. “We all get out of balance,” Diane says. “It’s not a status to me, it’s a feeling. And being grateful is how I achieve it.” She does this by participating in charitable 5K races, saving stray animals, running fundrais-ers for those in need; additionally bringing her driven, cheerful, and adventurous spirit to each moment, which allows her to be a “day-maker” for anyone in her sphere. Granting time in her daily planner for personal quiet time each morning, an afternoon cat-nap, and regularly scheduled massages are contributing factors to the solace in her life. Diane has a passion to live a long life. “My goal is to live till I’m 100 - Having daily awareness helps with this.”Diane Barajas-Gonzalez

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NAPERVILLE–Being able to help and empower people to move in ways that bring them joy is Jeanne’s ultimate mission. “Growing up surrounded by diet culture, I am grateful for the opportunity to encourage people to move and workout as an act of self-love and joy,” she says. “I also love being able to share information about the body that may help some-one overcome or prevent pain and injury.” Though her hours are filled with running her own business, Move with Jeannie; as well as teach-ing at Saha Yoga and NForce Fitness, Jeanne ensures to take time for herself to practice the Ashtanga Lineage to rejuvenate her body through a series of yoga poses, combined with deep, controlled breathing techniques. “There is something about linking breath-to-movement and keeping a focused gaze, or drishti, that seriously settles my mind and brings ease to my body,” Jeanne says. Yoga, personal training, and fitness classes con-sume most of her days; however, taking walks in nature, using self-myofascial release, and en-joying a little sweet treat are also must-dos on the daily schedule. Attending Saha Yoga’s spe-cial events such as gong-bath meditations, mindfulness workshops, and guided meditations are added bonuses each month. Her utmost goal is to cultivate longevity for her-self and others because “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the second best time is now.” –Chinese ProverbJeanne Deloughery Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 15

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NAPERVILLE–As a young, active, working mother, Kimberly already knows the value of liv-ing in balance and learning from the people around her - taking in their life stories of hope, sorrow and strength - and applying a bit of each to her own journey. As the Wellness Manager for Naperville Park District’s Fort Hill Activity Center, she brings her energetic, compassionate, and fun-loving per-sonality to connect with a community that is striving for the same purpose. Maintaining her own fitness level, while creating long lasting habits, such as reducing sugar, add-ing more vegetables, more cardio, and holding herself accountable via a co-worker and group exercise classes are few of her goals. Using daily tools such as MyFitness Pal and MyZone, and capping off the night with “Sleepy Time Tea” and meditation help balance her day. “My life is full of flavor; I experience as much as I can and share what I am able to with others,” Kimberly says. “I enjoy learning their why and what it means to each person to feel good, and I thrive on trying to meet their expectations”. She loves the many offerings of Fort Hill Activity Center that help her feel strong, capable, con-fident, courageous, and powerful, but is espe-cially drawn to NeuroFlex Fitness and assisting people who are living with neurological con-ditions. The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. –Walt Disney Kimberly Monti Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 17

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LISLE/NAPERVILLE–Mary is the Family Life Specialist at Turning Pointe Autism Foundation in Naperville and recently received the Certified Family Life Educator designation from the Na-tional Council on Family Relations. She works with families and caregivers, offering support, educational seminars, and referrals to address diagnostic, therapeutic behavioral, medical, fi-nancial, legal, and social challenges related to autism. “I love supporting families in our school and in the community,” Mary says. “The autism jour-ney can be incredibly overwhelming at times and I take a lot of pride in the fact that I can help families navigate through. I also love seeing our students be so happy and make incredible pro-gress!” Additionally, belonging to the Professional Allies in Youth and Family Services also allows her to network with different professionals to gain further perspective and opportunities. Mary is empathetic, grounded, and encourag-ing, living by the words of Morgan Harper Nichols, “This is the season she will make beau-tiful things, not perfect things, but honest things that speak to who she is and who she is called to be.” In a world full of pressure to be perfect, Mary al-lows herself enough grace to take breaks when needed by taking daily walks, working out, jour-naling, snuggling her dogs, and of course, or-dering takeout and binging on a television series for the ultimate checks and balance system.Mary ButlerGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 19

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OSWEGO–With initiative and drive, Melissa joined the Oswego Chamber of Commerce after opening Prairie View Pilates. She loves seeing her students truly understand and connect with their bodies while feeling the empowerment of her own mantra. “I love the quote by Joseph Pilates, Change happens through movement and movement heals, because it's not just about physical heal-ing, but understanding that moving our bodies can help with depression and anxiety. Prior to owning a pilates studio, Melissa at-tended culinary school in 2003-2004 and trav-eled to restaurants of every kind. She learned techniques such as using sous vide to add flavor to food without adding a lot of fat; as well as drinking a cup of bone broth to help provide a soothing sensation in the evening. Melissa has a passion for food, but has learned the art of balance, and wholly believes exercise is a celebration of what your body can do, not a punishment for what you ate. She is honest, kind, and driven and always tries to focus on her energy level and how she is feel-ing IN her body, versus living by a number on the scale. With an ongoing desire to learn, Me-lissa is committed to carving out time for her own Pilates practice and connecting with her men-tors via Zoom a few times a week. Melissa SmithGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 21

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LOMBARD–During a routine mammogram and the discovery of stage 1a breast cancer has taught April to give herself permission to put her-self first. “Having cancer has also allowed me to take a good look at my life and rearrange my priorities,” she says. “Accepting that you cannot give ev-erything 100% of your attention, 100% of your time, is truly the only way to have a balanced life.” April is a wife and mother of two active athletic boys (9 and 16), as well as the owner of April Lenz Makeup Artistry offering natural looking makeup services, on location in the Chicagoland area, for weddings, headshots, and photo-shoots. She is also a permanent makeup artist that specializes in eyebrows; however, she is currently on hiatus to remain steadfast to her goals of remaining in NED status (remission), while focusing on having a strong and healthy body supported by a powerful mind and positive mental health. “Hope is stronger than fear,” April adds. “I have no idea who said it, but it has deeply resonated with me during the last eight months.” Adding daily meditation, herbal tea, and salted caramel chocolate round out her balancing act to remain in her happy place. Helping people look like the best version of themselves adds glow and brightness to her beautiful life.April LenzGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 23

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ST. CHARLES–Emily is self admittedly described as a real person with real struggles. “I'm well into my 40s now and have felt the shift of battling weight and fatigue,” she says. “My 2023 goal is to implement small, manageable changes to improve my health. “I'm starting with a food pantry overhaul using local nutritionist DeeDee Mehren's holistic pantry guide.” She’s is funny, nerdy and often tardy, but truly believes that it's not about being the best, it's about doing your best. Laughter, organization and lots of hugs help her get through her days and keeping a weekly menu posted using her Ninja countertop oven + air fryer keeps her ac-countable and efficient. . As the owner of Sage Healing Collective she en-sures to take advantage of her own services such as natural nail care, massages, yoga, med-itation, and the HaloIR Sauna; and re-energizes her mind by making friends and collaborating with local makers to customize products like Sage + Citrus candles by Illuminate Space, Sage Apothecary Oils + Teas from Escentials Aroma, Soaps + Salves from Crybaby Wellness, and Organic Hair Care from Ren Jord. Emily creates further balance combining social-izing with philanthropy as a member of the St. Charles Women's Club and Geneva Women's Club. When she needs a total break, she heads to Cafe & Barr for a satisfying coffee drink and great conversation. Emily LovelandCOVER STORY24 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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Blood Sugar Stability Weight, Aging, and Health Optimization Chronically elevated blood glucose (sugar) increases resistance to in-sulin in your body. This is associated with many negative health out-comes and a shorter overall lifespan. It is well known that elevated blood sugar over time causes type 2 diabetes. Additionally, added sugar in-creases the rate of biological aging. Elevated sugar triggers systemic inflammation, this leads to DNA damage which then causes altered ge-netic expression. With altered genetic expression, risk for diseases such as alzheimers and cancer also increase. Balancing your blood sugar on a consistent basis is an excellent strategy for aging well and lowering your long term risk factors. In 2015, the CDC reported that over 30 million Americans have diabetes and 84 million Americans have pre-diabetes. While the typical education from one’s doctor sounds like “you need to eat better and exercise”, this ad-vice is full of little context or actionable tools. If you’re looking to take your health into your own hands and decrease your long term risk factors, there are a variety of lifestyle habits and strategies to help you do so. First and foremost, focus on a diet high in high-quality protein. Animal products that are well sourced offer a rich abundance of nutrients and the high protein content helps to stabilize internal blood sugar levels. Stress is another thing that can elevate blood sugar levels on a consistent basis. Implementing a daily meditation prac-tice will help to keep stress hormones lower which will help support healthy blood sugar levels. Lastly, moving your body regularly is an ex-cellent approach to teaching your body how to properly utilize and burn up glucose as fuel. This does not need to mean strenuous activity, but meeting your daily 10,000 steps can make a world of difference to your longevity and wellness. The most important takeaway here is understanding that you have con-trol over your ability to regulate your blood sugar levels, which means you have an element of control over your long term health and wellness. ABOUT THE WRITER Katie McManigal is a board-certified nurse practitioner who specializes in functional and regenerative medicine. Her mission and passion are in bringing optimal health to each individual she serves. Katie completed her nurse practitioner degree at Purdue University and went on to open Peak Health Institute in Warrenville, IL. Peak Health Institute is a functional medicine and lifestyle clinic devoted to providing residents with the tools needed to optimize their health. Learn more at www.peakhealthinstitute.com LO CA LlndustryEXPERTⓇⓇAnti-Aging LOCAL INDUSTRY EXPERTGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 25

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28 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineTrendY L'Apothecary Spa at L'Auberge de Sedona CREEKSIDE AMBIENCE, RED ROCK BEAUTY Perfectly nestled under a canopy of sycamore trees within Se-dona’s majestic Red Rock country, the accommodations at L’Au-berge de Sedona are as distinct as they are serene. Every cottage, suite, and room accentuates different aspects of this beautifully serene property – such as the views, the spa or creek – and takes inspiration from the resort’s location along tranquil Oak Creek. Life-Enriching Experiences Calling Sedona the most beautiful place on Earth isn’t a stretch of the imagination. With scenery that steals your breath and feeds the soul, it’s a place that fosters an intimate connection — to nature, to oneself, and to each other — through nourishing ex-periences that enrich lives and renew spirits. Here, you can get back to what’s real and meaningful. And re-ceive precisely what you need to grow and connect, in ways per-haps you haven’t even thought of yet. Only at L’Auberge de Sedona. Natural, Transformative and Healing In Sedona TravelerTRENDY TRAVELER

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 29Soak in the spiritual and cultural benefits of daily guest activities focusing on metaphysically immersive classes and curated art experiences while gaining a better under-standing about the nature of the world and what it means to inhabit it. The Spa– Natural, Transformative Healing Set amidst the idyllic scene of a lush forest and the sound of rolling waters, L’Apothecary is truly nature’s spa. Out-of-the-ordinary offerings take place within the stunning natural surroundings—while more traditional services, like deep tissue massages, reflect nature by using organic products. The Signature Spa Experiences have been designed by our highly attuned spa staff who all specialize in tailoring treatments to individual needs, further assisting in heal-ing, relaxation or invigoration. The Holistic Experiences invite you to be immersed in a pristine forest environment and embark on a personal journey of discovery during a private sensory healing ex-perience or metaphysical instruction. Connect with na-ture, balance your chakras through the sounds of crystal bowls, stretch, strengthen, and reconnect to your mind, body, and breath. These are just a few of the experiences waiting for you at L’Apothecary Spa in tranquil, magical Sedona. www.lauberge.comTRENDY TRAVELER

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HEALTHY & FRESH What started out as a tiny, humble food stall in a Chicago train station, Aloha Poke Co. is now a fast growing franchise with locations in Naper-ville and Arlington Heights, along with Florida, Texas, Maryland and more. Their mission is to rethink fast food for the future, by providing delicious, beautifully healthy meals to fuel your day-to-day. This is done by providing fast, fresh-packed and tasty bowls filled with sushi-grade fish and hawai-ian-inspired raw ingredients. From the fishing line to your bowl, every slice of Yellowfin served can be tracked through traceability innovation programs. Their Atlantic Salmon are farm raised in one of the most optimal & sustainable ecosystems, the cold coasts of southern Chile. These clean, glacier-fed waters ensure that the salmon maintain their naturally high fat & oil content.. without added antibiotics. Aloha Poke 215 S. Washington Street, Naperville (630) 857-9090 • www.alohapokeco.com NEXT STOP: NAPERVILLEALOHA POKE CO.DININGDINING + COCKTAILS30 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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DINING + COCKTAILSAfterlife & Fat Rosie's Naperville Present: "Fat Rosie's Naperville Grand Opening Party" • January 12 NAPERVILLE–The WILDEST Mexican inspired cantina and eatery in DT Naperville has moved across the street to a new location that is THREE TIMES the size of the last spot! Join in on the fun at the grand opening party you want to miss! Start Time: January 12, 5pm Music Begins: 9pm Reservations: https://tinyurl.com/y3vfkt6c www.fatrosies.com CCoocckkttaaiillssWine & Canvas at Blackberry Farm January 18 • 6:30-8:30pm 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. https://bit.ly/3VlVyLSGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 315th Annual Polar Pub Crawl at Alley 64 • February 18 • 1-5pm ST. CHARLES–A fun filled day to spread awareness and raise funds for the athletes of Special Olympics Illi-nois! Grab your friends and neighbors and make a day of it. This is a not-to-miss fun-filled event. www.alley64.com

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FITNESSCAREER VISION APTITUDE TESTING CAN HELP STUDENTS CHOOSE MAJORS AND CAREERS What are you doing after high school? You know further edu-cation is important. Do you need help finding the right career choice? The Career Vision Aptitude Advantage can help. Aptitudes identify your strongest talents, the jobs you would enjoy and be good at doing. Combining your aptitudes with your interests, Career Vision reveals your career choices. You also receive resources about college majors, job outlook, and preparation needed for those careers. If you have asked “What should I study?”, “What will I do after college?” and want to learn how Career Vision can help, give them a call. Their assessment process is a positive and an objective way to give you confidence to make good career choices. And your Personal Career Consultant will take time to discuss the test results with you and go over all your choices. If you are going to college and want to know what to study, reach out to Career Vision today. If you have graduated col-lege and still haven’t found your best fit, the professional con-sultants at Career Vision can help you, too. For over 30 years they have been helping students and adults find their best ca-reer choices. Career Vision • www.careervision.org • (630) 469-6270CCOOLLLLEEGGEE TTIIMMEELIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLYGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 35

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36 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineLIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLY“DINE AROUND DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE W/THE MAYOR” CHARITY EVENT! NAPERVILLE–The Downtown Naperville Alliance will host an event on February 22, 2023, featuring Naperville’s Mayor Steve Chirico and Naperville Community Television (NCTV17) that will take diners on a delicious adventure at some of Downtown Naperville’s finest restau-rants, all while supporting a great cause. Tickets are on sale now for Dine Around Downtown Naperville w/the Mayor, an event where attendees will enjoy an open bar and heavy appetizers at Ele-ments at Water Street for the first hour before heading off to one of ten partici-pating downtown restaurants for a 3-course meal with drinks. However, a fun twist to this event has ticketholders in suspense on which restaurant they will be heading to until they arrive at check in. A balloon wall will be set up at Ele-ments at Water Street and diners can throw a dart at the wall to pop a balloon to reveal their restaurant for the evening hidden inside the balloon! Tickets for this unique charity dining ex-perience are $150 per person (sold only in pairs) and do not include tip at check in or at the restaurant. All profits from ticket sales will go to Naperville Com-munity Television, a charity personally selected by Mayor Chirico. “I’m thrilled to take part in an event that will treat attendees to a great meal for a great organization,” Chirico said. “This is an entertaining and unique way for par-ticipants to have the chance to revisit a favorite restaurant or maybe discover a new downtown dining destination for fu-ture nights out. Showcasing our world-class restaurants fits perfectly alongside NCTV17’s work to highlight the local events, people and places that make Naperville a world-class city.” “NCTV17 is thrilled to be part of this in-augural event,” says Elizabeth Spencer, Executive Director of Naperville Com-munity Television. She continues, “As Naperville’s hometown media outlet we think this event is fun, innovative and helps bring even more life to Downtown Naperville. Thank you to Mayor Chirico for choosing NCTV17 as the nonprofit to benefit from this new initiative.” For more information, a list of participat-ing restaurants, and to purchase your tickets, please visit www.Downtown Naperville.com and click on EVENTS.Mayor Steve Chirico, Naperville

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 37LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLYNAPERVILLE Get Your Whirly On! NAPERVILLE- From friendly competition and entertainment to exceptional food and drink, WhirlyBall Naperville provides the perfect venue for all ages and occasions. The two-story “eater-tainment” complex features a variety of activities including Whir-lyBall, LaserTag, HyperBowling and bowling plus private event spaces for groups of any size. Round out your event with cus-tomized menus featuring The Pivot Room’s selection of elevated American fare and 24 rotating craft beer taps. Book your event today! Whirlyball Naperville 3103 Oddyssey, Naperville (630) 932-4800 • www.whirlyball.com celebrate!

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38 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineDOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE A New Year of Fun for this Trending Downtown Destination DOWNERS GROVE–The variety of small businesses, amazing owners and community support makes downtown Downers Grove the destination it is today. Downtown Downers Grove looks forward to welcoming Bonita Bowl and Poundcake Bakery in the next cou-ple of months. The Annual Ice Fest will be held February 3-5, 2023. Join this fun winter weekend when ice sculptures will line the sidewalks of down-town Downers Grove, LIVE ice carvings will be taking place and great shopping and dining will be available all weekend long. Visit online for all the details. www.downtowndg.orgLIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLY

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 39PINOT’S PALETTE Girls Night Out Fun! NAPERVILLE–Fall is here! Plan a GNO. Pinot’s Palette is the best night out in Naperville! It’s a fun-filled, party atmosphere where you and your friends, family or date can talk, laugh, paint and sip. You don't need any art experience – their talented local artists will guide you step-by-step through the night painting. Follow their instructions or go rogue and end up with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! They also offer Mosaic Classes, Chunky Knit Blankets, Take Home Painting Kits, Virtual Live Streaming, In Studio and Virtual Private Parties! • Aprons and supplies provided • Snacks are welcome • Real wine glasses – no paper or plastic • There’s always rockin’ music Pinot's Palette Naperville 175 W. Jackson Avenue Downtown Naperville www.pinotspalette.com/naperville LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLY

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40 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineJANUARY 7, 2023 Community Job Fair NAPERVILLE–Join the Naperville Park District and KidsMatter for the 2023 Community Job Fair on Sat-urday, January 7. Individuals seeking summer, sea-sonal, or year-round, part-time employment are invited to learn more about opportunities at approximately 50 area businesses including the Naperville Park District. This free event is intended for a variety of job seekers, from high school student (ages 15+) to senior adults. The event will be held at the Fort Hill Activity Center at 20 Fort Hill Drive from 10am-1pm. www.napervilleparks.org/ communityjobfair LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLY

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 41LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLYDuPage Seniors Dine with Downers Grove Township LOIMBARD–DuPage Senior Citizens Council (DSCC) has opened Com-munity Dining at Downers Grove Township's Senior Center. Seniors liv-ing in DuPage County are welcome to attend and dine with other local sen-iors for lunch. Community Dining pro-vides local seniors with a place to connect with one another and enjoy a meal together. New DSCC Community Dining locations have begun to open up again since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Eating together allows for seniors to improve their mood and social skills through personal connections with one another. Part-nering with Downers Grove Township has provided the op-portunity to reach more local seniors in and around the Downers Grove area who are interested in gathering for Community Dining. Community Dining in Downers Grove is located at the Downers Grove Township Center at 4341 Saratoga Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515. Lunch is provided by DSCC and is served every Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 am to 12 pm. The meal is free for seniors aged 60 and older, although DSCC does ask for a suggested donation of $5.00 or more. Anyone under the age of 60 who attends is expected to pay the full cost of the meal. "Downers Grove Township is proud to partner with DuPage Senior Citizens Council to offer this wonderful pro-gram to our community members,” says Downers Grove Township Sen-ior Services Coordinator, Karen Spencer. “Come enjoy a hot, nutri-tious meal and socialize with others. We often have educational seminars and a variety of activities offered be-fore and after meals, too. There is al-ways something exciting going on at the Downers Grove Township Center! We look forward to having more com-munity members join us soon.” “We are so happy to finally open a dining program for seniors in Downers Grove Township,” says DSCC Executive Director, Marylin Krolak. To sign up for Community Dining, call 224-580-1330. For more information on the Community Dining program, visit www.DuPageSeniorCouncil.org/community-dining. The DuPage Senior Citizens Council is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3), volunteer-driven organization, dedicated to helping seniors live with dignity. The DuPage Senior Citizens Council provides a variety of services for seniors, including Meals on Wheels, Community Dining, Health and Wellness Education, Well-Being Checks, Pet Care & Food Assistance, Yard Clean Ups, Friendly Visits and Phone Calls, and Intergenerational Activities.

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42 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineFOR BRIDES & GROOMS Wedding Showcase Naper Settlement Saturday, January 21 • 10am-4pm Tickets are Free NAPERVILLE–Wedding Showcase is a great place for busy couples to find out how to make their special day one to re-member. In the historic setting of the Pre-Emption House, Meet-ing House, and Century Memorial Chapel, couples will have one-on-one personal consultations with the best in the wedding business, including photographers, florists, caterers, and more. After visiting each vendor at Wedding Showcase, guests can enter a raffle for the chance to win a prize. Raffle prizes include overnight hotel room stay certificates, gift cards, a free bridal bouquet, and more. View the list of Wedding Showcase vendors and register for tickets online today! www.napersettlement.org/ weddingshowcaseLIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLY

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44 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineHOME DESIGN KANE COUNTY’S “FINEST FURNITURE & DECOR STORE” ST. CHARLES–Have you ever stared at photos of beautifully designed homes and wished you could shop everything pictured? A curated line of “designer-approved” goods hand selected by a pro and placed in one accessible shop? The Pep Line in downtown St. Charles by Peppeard Design interior designer and owner, Shannon Peppeard, offers just that! Shannon has been working with clients to create amazing spaces in their homes for over 15 years. Her timeless yet modern aesthetic quickly gained traction in the industry and her work has been featured in numerous magazines including HGTV Magazine and Modern Luxury Interiors. The Pep Line features a line of curated goods hand selected by Shannon that she herself uses in many of her client’s homes. The shoppe carries a wide variety of goods for the home including furniture, artwork, lighting, rugs, drapery, pillows and accessories. The Pep Line won Kane County’s “Finest Furniture Store” & “One of the Finest Home Decor Stores” by Kane County Magazine’s Readers Choice Awards. It also has been featured on the Emmy-winning CBS travel series, Destination TV, as one of Chicago’s hottest new businesses. Both The Pep Line shoppe and Peppeard Design studio are located under one roof inside the historic Collins House giving visitors a taste of how the products look inside a real home. The Pep Line also hosts frequent after-hours events in their space - evenings to sip and shop with friends and get design tips from Shannon. For more information on the The Pep Line visit thepepline.com. The Pep Line & Peppeard Design 201 Cedar Ave, St. Charles | 630-549-7088 www.thepepline.com | www.peppearddesign.com Photography by Kelly VanderploegShop Gallery

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46 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineTWO LOCAL BOUTIQUES FEATURING LIVERPOOL’S HOTTEST STYLES WHEATON & ST. CHARLES–Jill Card opened Jeans and a Cute Top after years of working in retail and corporate sales jobs, wearing boring suits, un-comfortable panty hose, and predictable white dress shirts. The name was in-spired by her first date with her husband when she asked, “What should I wear?” and her husband replied: “Jeans and a cute top.” When Jill was getting ready for that first date, she didn’t have a great pair of jeans or a cute top in her closet and had to borrow an outfit from her sister, a flight attendant with a much more fun wardrobe. As she got older, Jill couldn’t find any great jeans for women in their 30s and 40s. Stores catered to teenagers or grandmas. The unflattering ‘Mom’ jeans filled in that age gap. Now, in Jill’s closet, you’ll find about 40 pairs of jeans. She has 8-10 pairs in regular rotation. Her go-to, favorite pair is the Gia from Liverpool—the denim is super soft and keeps its shape. Jeans & A Cute Top is the solution for women who don’t want to look ridiculous trying to dress like their daughters but also refuse to settle for shapeless lounge wear. Jill hand selects every item in the store, going to trade shows looking for style over trend, and finding affordable, beautiful clothes that work for all women, not just size 0 models. You will find Jill working the floor of one of her shops every day—she is committed to changing the world for women one great fitting pair of jeans at a time. www.jeansandacutetop.com Expires 1-31-23Shop Gallery

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ON TREND ESSENTIALS VISIT ONLINE OR IN NORTH AURORA NORTH AURORA–Urban Echo Shop features on trend essentials for the stylish at heart– from clothing and acces-sories, to home decor, unique furniture, gifts and seasonal trends. Owned by local mom and her daughter in Sugar Grove, Illinois, Urban Echo Shop was created to be an adored virtual home-town boutique where only the latest styles and trends are fea-tured. Residents are invited to sit back and relax while browsing the shop’s simplified trend collections online or shop at The Rustic Fox, where you will find over 120+ unique vendors. Each day is a new day at Urban Echo Shop. ON TREND ESSENTIALS FOR THE STYLISH AT HEART Located Inside The Rustic Fox 1790 Town Centre Dr., North Aurora • Vendor #3 At the Entrance to the LeftShop Gallery48 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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NEW YEAR NEW BEAUTIFUL LOVE and TREAT Yourself this Year! Stop in for some DRESS Inspo! Gowns are arriving daily and we are so excited to help you get ready for your next Special Occasion. Follow us online today: instagram– @special_occasions01 facebook– @SpecialOccasionsBatavia website– www.specialoccasionsontheavenue.com Become a part of Special Occasions. Make an appointment to find your dream dress or just stop in! Founded by Mary Marconi-Popiel in 2009, the shop’s attention to detail makes the ordinary more extraordinary, giving you a shopping experience that you will not forget. Special Occasions does not simply sell dresses– this local dress boutique sell dreams! Visit today for your next Special Oc-casion. Special Occasions 2 N Batavia Ave., Batavia, Illinois (630) 406-1515 www.specialoccasionsontheavenue.com Shop Gallery50 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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OVER 45 VENDORS LADIES NIGHT JANUARY 12 • 5-9pm ST. CHARLES–trend + relic is an experience that shoppers remember, as this unique multi-vendor marketplace has carefully selected experienced merchants who are artisans, builders, refinishers and painters, boutique owners and more each offering the most special items to adorn your home and make you feel beautiful. The talented merchants work hard to create and curate unique items, both vin-tage and new. Many of the treasures that you will find at trend + relic have been handcrafted including jewelry, candles, furniture & art and they have a variety of clothing & accessories, too. Each of the wonderfully talented merchants have created beautiful spaces in the shop as well as local markets so you will find some of your very favorites here. Owned by Karri and Heather, together they bring years of retail, decorating, de-sign, staging and painting experience to the shop. Their vision was to bring a unique shopping experience to Saint Charles like no other– creating a space that felt inspired, comfortable, friendly and passionate. At trend + relic, we are confident that you will experience all that and more. You will also find monthly paint classes which include ‘How To’ and ‘Make and Take’ workshops. Call the shop or visit to learn about upcoming classes, includ-ing girls night out boutique events LADIES NIGHT EVENT – COME SEE WHAT’S NEW! January 12 – Expanded Booths, New Shops, Tons of Merchandise! trend + relic, 1501 Indiana Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois (630) 803-5253 • www.trendandrelic.comShop Gallery52 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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54 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineNew In TownLIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLYGrow Wellness Group in Naperville Seeks to Integrate Mind, Body & Spirit for Restoration and Peace with the Opening of Grow Well Yoga + Barre + Fitness NAPERVILLE–Grow Wellness Group Therapy & Counseling in Nap-erville, in Chicago’s western suburbs has announced the opening of Grow Well Yoga, Barre & Fitness in welcoming new studios in Fifth Avenue Station at 200 East Fifth Avenue, just north of Naper-ville’s Downtown. “We know there is a strong mind-body connec-tion. There is myriad of scientific research that supports the effectiveness of yoga in enhancing mental well-being,“ says Wendy Hayum-Gross, Counselor and Co-Owner of Grow Wellness Group. “As a practice, we are dedicated to helping people find a sense of peace and fulfillment. We see Grow Well Yoga as a way we can provide greater access to emotional health through a variety of ap-proaches.” Celebrating Progress throughout the Western Suburbs of Chicago

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 55“We are the only area counseling practice that has embraced the body, mind, spirit concept in quite this way,” says Adam Ratner, Counselor, Founder and Co-Owner of Grow Wellness Group. “It’s so important to us that Grow Well Yoga, Barre & Fitness be integral to our ability to serve that we are donating all proceeds to the Grow Wellness Foundation, a non-profit providing fee assistance and pro-bono services to underserved pop-ulations. We strongly believe that wellness should not be an economic privilege and will do every-thing within our control to remedy that in the com-munities we serve. ” The new offerings are designed for anyone seeking peace and re-storation. “We often talk with our clients about movement and nu-trition to enhance their cognitive and emotional health. This addition celebrates every individuals’ ability to benefit from movement and celebrates all bodies. We have no mirrors - we don’t want to en-courage body dysmorphia,” Hayum-Gross explains. “Stress, anxiety, fatigue, depression and lack of focus are not all in your head - they can manifest in the body. The head is connected to the body after all - they are not operating in isolation. The benefit of Grow Well Yoga, Barre and Fitness can be preventive or restorative, and we can all use that,” she says. Grow Well Yoga, Barre and Fitness seeks to share the integration of body and mind that invites balance, peace and wellness. The studio offers various styles of yoga, including gentle Hatha Yoga with meditation, Vinyasa Flow, strengthening Barre Yoga and relax-ing Restorative Yoga as well as traditional Barre classes for all fitness levels. Barre is a low-impact exercise that delivers similar benefits to yoga, including increased flexibility, improved posture & body alignment, and activated core muscle groups. Barre com-bines ballet-inspired with functional strength exercises and dynamic stretching. Studio manager Mary Ellen Taylor is a certified yoga instructor and yoga therapist, clinical hypnotist and Reiki Master. “The word Yoga means ‘unity,’ so we see yoga practice as bringing together mind, body and spirit, as well as bringing together people for health and healing in a safe and welcoming environment,” she offers. “When we strengthen the body, when we take time to rest, we build a sense of confidence and self-acceptance. This is an invitation to begin a journey of becoming. Our instructors are here to encourage that journey in whatever way works for you.” Mary Ellen Taylor, C-IAYT, YA-ERYT 500 also offers Yoga Therapy through Grow Wellness Group Therapy & Counseling located in the same building as Grow Well Yoga. For more information, instructor biographies and a schedule of classes visit www.growwellyoga.com. For information on Grow Wellness Group Therapy and Counseling visit www.growwellnessgroup.com. Introduce Us to a Business or Organization that’s New In Town editorial@glancermagazine.comLIVING YOUR BEST LIFE LOCALLYMary Ellen Taylor“When we strengthen the body, when we take time to rest, we build a sense of confidence and self-acceptance.” -Mary Ellen Taylor

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PERSONABLE, ENERGETIC & CREATIVE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL SUSAN COLELLA OF BAIRD & WARNER This proud Naperville resident shares that helping local sellers and buyers doesn’t feel like work making it easy to be dedicated and results oriented When she is hired to list a home she gains much of the mar-keting inspiration from her sellers when she asks “ what do you love about your home?” From there she designs high end customs booklets with professional photography & drone shots, descriptions of updates, & develops unique ways to target the right buyers on the internet. Re-styling her listings with professional staging , 3D tours great for out of state buyers and constant follow up with all parties are all included for her recipe of success! Susan is currently meeting with sellers & buyers now in anticipation of a thriving Spring market~ Call luxury listing agent Susan Colella anytime to discuss your real estate goals for 2023. Susan Colella, Baird & Warner, (630) 946-3813Susan Colella56 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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DDRREEAAMM KKIITTCCHHEENNHOMEWERKS Home Remodeling Gallery Online NAPERVILLE– Recognized as a premiere remodeling company, with a 10,000 square foot showroom in Naperville, HomeWerks has a beautiful online gallery of photos and ideas to help you plan your next remodeling dream come true. Now’s a great time to start planning your next kitchen, bath or basement project! Family owned and operated since 1996, HomeWerks special-izes 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, pro-fessional installation and exceptional customer service HomeWerks Kitchen and Bath • www.myhomewerks.com Susan ColellaGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 57

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CHAD’S CHEESECAKE IN LAGRANGE Isn’t it amazing how I can feel so bad, and still look so good?” -Blanche, The Golden Girls Cheesecake fixes everything. Or so it would seem, if you watched any episode of The Golden Girls. Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and So-phia enjoyed many late-night chats over cheesecake. It was a staple, as they discussed drama and solved each other's problems. Did you know there were over 100 cheesecakes consumed by the loveable cast in its 7-year run? There was something familiar and comforting about eating cheesecake together around their kitchen table. Was it the cheesecake? Was it the company? Maybe, it was both. If you now find yourself craving cheesecake, we’ve got just the place! Introducing: Chad’s Cheesecake in La Grange. This family-owned-and-operated bakery was founded in 2006. At that time, they baked for friends and family. Then, in April of 2022, they opened its down-town La Grange shop. The bakery offers: family-size cheesecakes (12 slices - weighing 4 lbs!), cheesecake by the slice or party platters (25 bites - 12 flavors per tray). Its menu consists of 11 year-round flavors - plus, one or two seasonal options each month. Be sure to try the Turtle, Strawberry Shortcake and Key Lime cheesecakes. Everything is made-from-scratch for its retail and wholesale busi-nesses, too. Local food stores and restaurants include: Casey’s (Western Springs and Naperville), Firewater BBQ (Lombard), Al’s Pizzeria (North Riverside and Downers Grove) and Mak’s House (La Grange) … just to name a few. Here’s to a New Year! Don’t forget to treat yourself. UNIQUEby Brianna Bartemeyer Photo Submitted by Chad’s Cheesecakein Suburbia60 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 63Managing Your Weight through the Holiday Season The holiday season is an exciting time of the year. Family, holiday events, delicious food, gift giving, and the excitement of the little people in our lives. But for many, the holidays also bring on an element of stress. Particularly for those whose health concern is managing their weight. Is it possible to both enjoy the holiday season and not ‘de-prive’ yourself, but also avoid holiday weight gain? Luckily, the answer is yes! At Peak Health Institute we are passionate about creating a lifestyle that is based in nutritionally dense foods. This is what gives you the fuel to be actively engaged and accomplish all of the things you desire. We also believe that community, stress relief, and life enjoyment are high on the list of importance. Our metabolism boost is an excellent way to keep your body processing fatty acids, detoxifying the added element of toxins. This is a great option for maintaining through the sea-son. If you’re looking for solutions to jumpstart your weight loss journey, we also offer customized lab testing, advanced weight loss protocols, and full hormone analysis. At Peak we offer solutions to help you achieve the health you deserve. Peak Health Institute 3S517 Winfield Rd, Warrenville (630)791-9335 www.peakhealthinstitute.com HEALTH + WELLNESSHEALTH SPOTLIGHT

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 65by Mindy Kyle Photos SubmittedJ.T. Patten Whispers of a Gypsy NAPERVILLE–After writing several “black operations” special mis-sion and intelligence books that aligned with prior professional work in the intelligence and military community, Naperville author J.T. Patten decided to try something new. Whispers of a Gypsy is a work of dark fiction and horror with strong messages on in-creased issues of racism, bias, the Romani plight, and most prev-alent – anti-Semitism. “I felt the message in this book was very timely to current news coverage and hate crimes,” says Patten. “I am hoping to spur micro changes, awareness and discussion that could occur one reader at a time.” Dark with twists, Patten’s book is a story about Dwight Skinner, a uniquely gifted boy that falls into a dangerous cat-and-mouse game when a tragic event brings a mysterious Romani neighbor out of seclusion and into the Skinner family’s lives. Horrific secrets are uncovered with the arrival of this monstrous protector…searching for something of the past and with a taste for a specific bloodline. Whispers of a Gypsy is currently available online at Barnes and Noble and Amazon. LITERAARRYYlocalKNOW A LOCAL AUTHOR? We’d Love to Meet Them! Introduce Us at editorial@glancermagazine.com

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66 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineActive Art for All Ages This month’s issue is all about being balanced for the New Year. It offers many ideas to find peace, harmony, and joy. The new year is always a great opportunity to create res-olutions setting the stage for a prosperous and fulfilling year. For many that know me, I find solace in active adventures. I’m a big believer in recreational therapy to calm my mind, move my body, and refresh my soul. All of Mom’s Little Black Book adventures have led to smiles, laughter, and an abundance of fond memories. This month is no different. When most are thinking of losing weight, exercise, and healing the soul, discovering Chicago Bicycle Spin Art is the perfect match. Here I was able to release my inner creativity through a makeshift art therapy session, while also releasing endor-phins via the physical movement of pedaling a stationary bike. It was fun selecting my artist name by choosing the last name of a famed artisan, my favorite bike brand, and a cute nick-name. As Goya Kona Bava, I chose a large canvas to begin my journey, then very thoughtfully executed the masterpiece with my 2023 goals in mind. I methodically selected stickers, paints, styles, methods, and speed as I mounted the stationary bike and headed down the road of creation. MOM’S little black book

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Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 67 The giggles immersed immediately as I started to pedal and watch the paint spin and fly. It was both mesmerizing and entertaining. I en-joyed the music in the background, as well as the enthusiasm and cheers of the innocent by-standers, as my blank slate transformed into a treasure that highlighted my glittering dreams of the year to come. Pedaling a one-of-a-kind collectors item is a great activity for anyone of any age! Bringing your own drinks and snacks is an added bonus of this a super fun, interactive adventure for all. Located inside the Century Shopping Centre, in the heart of the Lakeview East neighbor-hood of Chicago, parking is easy in the cov-ered parking garage next door, or via paid streetside parking. OVERVIEW Discover your inner Picasso and let your cre-ativity flow! Hop on the unique spin art bike and power your own creativity and create a one of a kind work of art! Chicago Bicycle Spin Art 2828 N. Clark Suite 204 Chicago, IL (312) 361-3605 www.bicyclespinart.com/ chicago-bicycle-spin-art/ Hours: Class Schedule on Website Price: Prices vary based on experience selected ABOUT THE WRITER Kristen Kucharski’s days are never dull, her kids are never bored! Over the years #MomsLittleBlackBook has explored hundreds of kid friendly things to do in our surrounding community and on the road. As her girls have grown and gone away to college, she continues to enjoy unique activities, excursions, day trips, weekend get-a-aways, and road trips while re-discovering my own passion for adventure with friends, girls nights outs, and date nights. In her words “Life is a journey–might as well have fun along the way. Go, fly, roam, travel, voyage, explore, discover!”MOM’S LITTLE BLACK BOOK

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Kid Stuff70 • WESTERN SUBURBS • JANUARY 2023 • Glancer MagazineSports Parties All Year Long ST. CHARLES PARK DISTRICT ST. CHARLES–Enjoy Sports of all Sorts Parties available all year long through the St. Charles Park District–Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at Sportsplex. Access to Turf Fields for a variety of sports. Soccer • Dodgeball • Flag Footbal • T-Ball • Kickball • Wiffle Ball www.stcparks.org/birthday-parties/Matilda The Musical NAPERVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Event by Magical Starlight Theatre • January 13-15 & 20-22 NAPERVILLE–Come join Matilda and her “MIRACLE” friends, as they get a little bit “NAUGHTY”, all while becoming “REVOLTING CHILDREN” in this truly enjoyable adventure. TICKETS: https://tinyurl.com/wxz4855w Frosty Fest RED OAK NATURE CENTER • January 28 • 4-7pm NORTH AURORA–Hike on one of the self-guided trails like the Illuminated Snowflake Trail where you can use your senses to explore winter. Or hike our storybook trail and reminisce about all the fun things to do on ‘The Snowy Day’. Finish with a cup of hot cocoa and a roasted marshmallow while warming up by the fire. Everyone attending much purchase a ticket for entry www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/event/frosty-fest

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KID STUFFFUN IN NAPERVILLE Beat those Winter Blues! NAPERVILLE–Beat Those Winter Blues at DCM Colder temperatures and shorter days make staying inside tempting during the winter months… but hibernating is not the only option. Keep little ones active with a trip to DuPage Children’s Museum (DCM)! Make a splash in AWEsome Water, “fly” through the Wind Tunnel, build with real tools in the Construction House, freeze your shadow in Creativity Connections, and so much more. Refuel for more play in Bean Sprouts Café located on DCM's lower level. The Museum is the perfect place to build strong brains, strong bodies, and strong bonds this winter. Join us for our Community Cares event on Saturday, January 14, 9am – 2pm; children and families can help give back to their community in a fun, interactive way. Learn more at dupagechildrens.org/family-fun. (630) 637.8000 www.dupagechildrens.org adventure awaitsGlancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 71

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PEACEFUL PLACES TO HARMONIZE FINDING JUST THE RIGHT PLACE TO HARMONIZE CAN BRING YOU GREAT PEACE It s a new year and there is no better time than now to relax renew and regenerate You can start by learning to harmonize and become one with yourself From practicing mindful techniques to reconnecting with your spirit through a variety of healing practices we have uncovered 7 Spectafcular Peaceful Places to Harmonize in the new year Take time to relax and renew You deserve it 1 Hummingbird 1 Qigong NAPERVILLE People practice Qigong and Tai Chi to maintain health heal their bodies calm their minds and reconnect with their spirit through Tai Chi and Qigong Meditation classes virtual or in person as well as Energy Healing sessions utilizing Medical Qigong Reiki Bioenergy Healing chakras balancing and gentle Acupressure www hummingbirdqigong com 3 Form Energy Therapy 3 GLEN ELLYN Reiki Sessions and Classes Akashic Records Readings and Private Yoga Instruction can help bring balance harmony and healing to mind body and spirit The belief that the balance of mind body and spirit is paramount for health and vitality will aid your journey to a healthier happier and balanced you www formenergytherapy com 72 WESTERN SUBURBS JANUARY 2023 Glancer Magazine 2 Flowering Heart Center 2 WHEATON With a broad range of t r a ditions and spiritual backgrounds many come here in their search for personal and spiritual fulfillment and continue to return because of the atmosphere of inclusion and trust The center offers the opportunity for deep community connections spiritual growth healing meaningful personal transformation through empowering programs to uplift inspire and heal www floweringheartcenter org 4 Healing Arts 4 Metaphysical Center BATAVIA Enter a sanctuary where you can find a supportive community of like minded souls and relief from daily stressors Holistic therapies across multiple disciplines like shamanic healing reiki and massage therapy can promote relaxation and balance Take classes and workshops on living a healthy life of presence every single day while opening yourself up to balance and harmony www healingartsmetaphysical com

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7. Jan Hamning Energy Essentials DOWNERS GROVE–Life gets better when you feel better! It begins with connecting to the wisdom of your body. Learn the art of balancing the physical and emotional imbalances experienced on a daily basis via tools that become a part of your own healing process. Learn to empower yourself with techniques that you can practice on a regular basis and take control of your emotional and physical well being. www.janhamning.com 7.Glancer Magazine • JANUARY 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 735. Delta Foundation for Spiritual Studies GENEVA–Through meditation and energy courses, spiritual training, and intuitive sessions, the foundation brings people together in order to further the advancement of spiritual study for the highest good, creating accessible spiritual education and training for all. The value system is founded on loving one another, practicing gratitude, enjoying the moment, always cre-ating, and appreciating the ability to be still. www.www.deltaspiritualfoundation.org 5.6. Chicago Buddhist Vihara OSWEGO–Realizing inner peace and happiness through the application of meditation and Buddhist philosophy can train the mind to let go of past regrets and future anxieties. The Chicago Buddhist Vi-hara is a Therevada Buddhist temple offer-ing religious services and teachings of the Dhamma and welcomes members of any faith interested in learning about meditation. www.chicagobuddhistvihara.org 6.

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