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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 11 AM Page 5 TM PUBLISHER Glancer Magazine Inc PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Lindy Kleivo EDITORIAL Print Digital Kristen Kucharski Columnist Writer Mindy Kyle Columnist Writer Stephanie Schmoker Dining Critic Tiffany Schmoker Dining Critic Kristen Brooke Kainrath Columnists TABLE OF CONTENTS June Features SALES MARKETING Lindy Kleivo Publishing Director Lisa McManus Sales Marketing Director 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 Receive Every Issue Delivered Direct 12x yr www glancermagazine com PUBLISHED BY Glancer Magazine Inc 80 Main Street Suite C Sugar Grove IL 60554 630 428 4387 www glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine highlighting the best of DuPage Kane Kendall Counties is 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 SUMMER VIBES Finally SUMMER IS HERE School s out and the weather is warmer Chicagoland has waited a long time for this so let s be sure to enjoy every moment of the season Let s not put off a single thing that we promised ourselves we would do once summer rolled around For me this includes boating lounging poolside at Raging Waves and spending a lot of time playing outside with my kids My girls are 15 9 and 5 so there s always something fun we could be doing Like most kids they love screentime but I m hopeful that backyard adventures and boat outings will be far more frequent than playing on the iPad this summer Fingers crossed we have great weather all season long This issue celebrates summer in and around west suburban Chicago There are countless things to do including festivals outdoor concerts charitable events 5K walk runs fireworks displays art fairs pool parties boating adventures and more Whatever you have planned enjoy every second Lindy Kleivo Publishing Director West Suburban Area lkleivo glancermagazine com June 2019 5 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 5 Things to Do 9 Scene Around Suburbia 10 ON THE COVER Fab Families 13 Literary Local 13 West Suburban VIP 15 Dining Entertainment 15 Savory Sweet Sisters 18 Kid Stuff 19 To Give To Inspire 21 Mom s Little Black Book 23 Home Bliss Design More 24 Home Enhancement Guide 27 Summer Beautifying 30 7 Spectacular Staycations WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO Featuring DuPage Kane Kendall June 2019 Vol 18 Summer Vibes Featuring Summer Fun throughout West Suburban Chicago From Unique Events Including Outdoor Concerts Festivals to Antique Art Fairs Staycation Hots Spots Road Trip Reviews Playdates More C o p y r i g h t 2 0 1 9 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine Inc Subscribe Today Get Listed In Your Category Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 5
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 11 AM Page 7 SUMMER 2019 5 Things to Do 2 MAKE DOWNTOWN DOWNERS YOUR SUMMER DESTINATION DOWNERS GROVE Downtown Downers Grove plays host to a handful of weekly free events throughout the summer Summer Nights Classic Car Show Friday Indian Boundary YMCA Downtown Market Saturday and the DG Park Distrcit Summer Concert Series Tuesday In addition to these fun events discover our delicious restaurants and unique boutiques Details at www downtowndg org 1 LIVE UNCORKED AT BLACKBERRY FARM AURORA Bring a blanket picnic basket and your favorite craft beer or bottle of wine while enjoying an evening of great music at the Fox Valley Park District s iconic Blackberry Farm Live Uncorked a six concert series featuring some of Chicagoland s most popular bands held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer is for ages 21 Doors open at 6 p m and admission is just 5 per person www blackberryfarm info 4 VISIT VELVET GRACE FOR ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL OSWEGO Nestled in charming log cabins right outside of downtown Oswego Velvet Grace is worth the trip with TWO shops to enjoy 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 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 with exceptional customer service Hope to see you soon Velvet Grace 4025 US Highway 34 Oswego www velvetgrace net 630 636 6570 3 ENJOY A RIVER CRUISE ALONG THE FOX RIVER ST CHARLES Enjoy travel from the era of Mark Twain through a green corridor of scenic beauty The riverboat offers open air upper decks for unobstructed sightseeing and the lower decks have windows that can be closed in cool or rainy weather It s a great place to have your rehearsal dinner wedding church and school group outing or neighborhood party For public cruise information or private excursions visit www stcriverboats com 5 NAPER NIGHTS COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES Friday June 14 Sat June 15 5 10pm 15 adult 10 youth 4 12 Free for members kids under 4 NAPERVILLE For the Naperville Heritage Society s 50th Anniversary Naper Nights honors the Naperville Heritage Society Weed Ladies with a night of powerful female music on June 14 Landslide a Fleetwood Mac tribute will open for the Goddesses of Rock a female powerhouse cover band featuring the music of Janis Joplin Heart Lady Gaga and more June 15 features The Doors of Chicago a The Doors tribute opening for Rocks Off a The Rolling Stones tribute www napernights org Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 7
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 12 AM Page 9 SCENE AROUND SUBURBIA Walk for Wellness House May 5 Wine on the Fox In Oswego May 4 5 www wellnesshouse org www wineonthefox com Held in Village Square Park in Oswego over 5 000 guests came out over two days to enjoy free entertainment family activities food more This annual 3K walk 5K run benefits Wellness House which supports residents living with cancer A beautiful day was had by all who attended this special event Invite Our Team to Your Event www GlancerMagazine com Invite Our Team to Your Event www GlancerMagazine com scenearound Photos by Mike Catuara Visit Us Online for Hundreds of Additional Photos from Each of these Events at www glancermagazine com scene around suburbia Suburbia You ve Been Glanced Geneva Woman s Club Bunco Night 2019 Apr 24 www genevawomensclub org Guests enjoyed a fun night of playing Bunco for charity at Eagle Brook Country Club in Geneva helping to raise money for Geneva Woman s Club and their core non profits that they contribute to annually Invite Our Team to Your 2019 Event www GlancerMagazine com Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 9
DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 14 AM Page 10 fabulous SUMMER FAMILY TRADITIONS The Hauge Family of Glen Ellyn Chicago When Chad and Alicia made the decision to open a business together they knew it would involve their whole family in a major life decision Although they live in Logan Square they wanted the suburbs for flexibility They are two of the three co owners at Common Good Cocktail House in Glen Ellyn and love bringing their daughter Genepy 2 and Beulah 3 months to work with them weekly The Hauges care deeply about processing their whole lives with each other They love the idea of their marriage their family their community and their work being one entity they are nourishing all together They immersed themselves in the Glen Ellyn community by hiring local artists to design and embellish their space and thrive on Javi s Burritos for energy during long work days and host morning work sessions at Blackberry Market Summer fun includes the Taste of Glen Ellyn and exploring the Morton Arboretum They also take grand family trips such as last summer s month in France driving along the C te d Azur and stopping in Menton to eat fresh seafood and pasta at a restaurant on the beach as the sun was setting The Byers Family of Aurora The foundation of the Byers family is helping others We are more about what can we do with our kids to show them it is not just adults that can make a difference Jennifer says We try to show them that every little bit helps in some way even if it is just extending a smile to someone Jennifer Kent Katie 11 and Karly 9 have been a part of Naperville s Safety Town for the past seven years volunteering with the Naperville Junior Woman s Club programming while Jennifer also serves as the Events and Fundraising Coordinator Additionally the family volunteers with Bike Bald the 3 11 Project the K9 Enrichment Initiative and the Naperville Marathon By day Jennifer runs her own floral consulting business Flowers By Jen and Kent works for the federal government Because balancing work life and home life can be challenging family dinners at Braconi s in Naperville or Basil s in Aurora helps keep them all connected when the kids aren t at gymnastics archery or Girl Scouts In the summertime they enjoy area farmers markets fireworks at RibFest riding bikes on local trails visiting water parks and relaxing with neighbors in their cul dusac 10 WESTERN SUBURBS MAY 2019 Glancer Magazine
DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 16 AM Page 11 families SUMMER FAMILY TRADITIONS by Kristen Kucharski Photos by Mike Mantucca The Cashman Family of Clarendon Hills John is the President of Major Lindsey Africa a global legal search firm and Christi is a partner at Winston Strawn LLP a large law firm in Chicago As 16 year residents of Clarendon Hills John and Christi and their five kids Amanda 19 Tyler 18 Julia 16 Haley 14 and Allison 10 are actively involved in Notre Dame Parish volunteering at the church s food pantry teaching religious education classes serving on various PTA committees and John is on the board of The First Tee of Greater Chicago Although their kids are also involved in many local sports clubs and organizations Julia and Haley find time to join Christi as members of the National Charity League and the entire family loves working as shopping assistants in the food pantry at HCS Family Services in Hinsdale I want my children to understand and appreciate that we are part of a community and it is our responsibility to help others when we can Christi says The Cashman family feels blessed to live in such an amazing community and enjoys summers at Daisy Days in downtown Clarendon Hills around Father s Day each year The Little Family of Sugar Grove In the summer the Little Family Noah Dara Madi 14 and Jack 10 enjoy Kane County Cougars games The Sugar Grove Corn Boil shows at the Paramount Theater and traveling Favorite vacations include kayaking with the dolphins off Hilton Head Island They live by the motto Food Family and Fitness and begin weekday mornings 5am at CrossFit Sugar Grove for family workouts to help maintain their sanity for busy weeks that require constant planning communication sharing household duties and a strong support network of friends Noah is an elementary principal at Krug Elementary in the East Aurora School District and is on the Board of Directors for the Kaneland Youth Football League and sits on the Kaneland Finance Advisory Committee Additionally he is a member of the Montgomery Rotary Club Dara is Assistant Vice President for Research at Northern Illinois University Outside of NIU Dara also sits on the Kaneland Citizen Advisory Committee and is very involved in her international professional society currently co chairing for the society s education committee Madi stays active cheering at Kaneland High School and Jack spends his time with KYFL Football and Kaneland Cagers Basketball The Littles enjoy quality family time at the Turf Room in North Aurora Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 11
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 16 AM Page 13 Sububran POP CULTURE CELEBRITY CELEBRITY WEST SUBURBAN VIP GAmE TO FAME MEET JEOPARDY CHAMP JAMES HOLZHAUER NAPERVILLE Wagering his way with thoughtful acknowledgements to treasured family members James Holzhauer a Naperville native used birthdays such as his daughter s November 9 2014 birthday to coin 110 914 to help pave the way to becoming the second person in the history of Jeopardy to win more than 1 million in regular season play on the hit TV game show and he s still in the game with 22 straight wins and 1 691 008 in earnings as of May 8 2019 with his next appearance schedule on May 20th As a professional gambler living in Las Vegas with his wife and daughter Holzhauer is use to taking big risks and when he combines his grit with his brains he appears unstoppable at possibly taking over the top Jeopardy record holder Ken Jennings who won 2 520 700 during a 74 game winning streak Naperville is holding strong to its ties to Holzhauer hailing as a Naperville North graduate who is remembered fondly by his teachers for succeeding on the school s math team Albeit he didn t do his homework he did manage to lead the team to a first place finish in the Illinois State Finals Academic Challenge and was known to be quite the math prodigy most of his young life Literary Local JT PATTEN Buried in Black A Task Force Orange Novel NAPERVILLE Naperville resident JT Patten wanted to create a series of books that was a hybrid of the more stereotypical military thrillers and espionage novels found on the bookshelves and focus more on true to today s intelligence driven operations With his graduate studies in counterterrorism post grad research in national intelligence and about a decade of working for national security as a global intelligence advisor for the government and special mission community he is well qualified to bring a realistic take on the genre Following up his last series Safe Havens Sean Havens Black Op thrillers JT s latest book Buried in Black is the first in his Task Force Orange series The story follows his protagonist Drake Woolf a special operative master of surveillance and technical intelligence on his assignments with the highly secretive Joint Special Operation s Task Force Orange mission unit Woolf can always be relied on to carry out assignments and exterminate threats but his latest mission has become personal Most of my characters are flawed and have been impacted by a life of conflict says JT The unpredictable nature of their personalities created many plot twists Buried in Black is available at Barnes and Noble in Naperville on Audible and through Amazon com Know a Local Author in DuPage Kane or Kendall County Introduce Us at editorial glancermagazine com His parents Nachiko Ide Holzhauer and Juergen Holzhauer who live in the Carillon Retirement Community in Naperville have shared with various media sources that their son s exceptional math abilities were recognized as early as age four when he was highlighted in the Chicago Tribune His brother Ian Holzhauer an Attorney in Naperville is very proud of his brother s accomplishments and said he grew up watching Jeopardy every day with his grandmother Holzhauer s second love is baseball and he is a lifelong Cubs fan In fact rumor has it that MLB Teams might be interested in hiring him after his game show run to use his analytics based approach to assist them with their statistics As of pres stime the exciting run on the game to fame continues for the newly nicknamed Jeopardy James and our west suburban community will be watching history in the making Kristen Kucharski Scott Stapp of Creed Is Coming to Arcada Theater June 22 8pm Dpowntown St Charles ST CHARLES Scott Stapp is known as a Grammy winning songwriter and frontman for Creed over 50 million albums sold worldwide and for his work as a solo artist who released the platinum certified The Great Divide 2005 and Proof of Life 2013 which featured his first solo Billboard 1 Slow Suicide His next solo venture reflects a new outlook after the biggest fight of his life five years and counting www arcadalive com event scott stapp of creed Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 13
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 17 AM Page 15 Dining DINING ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT W E S T S U B U R B A N E D I B LES TO LOV E Savory Sweet Sisters Hazel Marie s Ice Cream 24030 Lockport St Plainfield 815 782 3166 www mariesicecream com Owners Tammy Ken Barvian THE BEST I N WEST SUBUR BA N D IN I N G June Dining Delights WESTERN SUBURBS Summer is the perfect time to slow down and take in the beautiful sunny days and outdoor dining spaces throughout the western suburbs Marinella Italian Restaurant in Glen Ellyn serves farm raised salmon classic clams and fresh pasta bringing the best Southern Italian plate to your tables All their food is made from scratch like the trattorias and ristorantes in southern Italy they don t precook anything so most meals take 20 30 minutes to prepare from when you order encouraging you to take time for yourselves to enjoy the summer in their outdoor dining space with your favorite appetizer and glass of wine Enjoy a pigroast with good friends at Lagunitas Brewery Chuck s Summer Beer Pairing Dinner on the patio weather permitting at 8025 Cass Avenue in Darien on June 26th from 6 30pm 9pm featuring six beers with six courses Kick off summer right by treating yourself and others to a cool drink and a delicious meal at one of the 260 restaurants in Naperville Make it feel even more like summer by eating lunch or dinner on the patio of your favorite place to grab a bite to eat With more than 260 restaurants in the area there are options for even the pickiest eater Visit www DineNaperville com to browse the many options and get your summer started the right way Southbank Original Barbecue in downtown Yorkville is located right along the beautiful Fox River They have a huge outdoor eating space and offer summertime favorites such as pulled pork wings drummies ribs and so much more All of their BBQ is wood cooked and homemade served to order and delicious every time And of course summer time is the best time for ice cream scoops sundaes shakes malts sodas smoothies custom made ice cream cakes and pies on the large outdoor paver brick patio of Batavia Creamery in Batavia This family owned and operated ice cream parlor started sharing their love of ice cream in 2006 and carries 44 flavors in store and rotates over 100 with about 5 to 10 flavors rotating per week When you dine at these local west suburban places you will no doubt enjoy good food and good fun with great friends Kristen Kucharski AN ICE CREAM PARLOR WITH A SWEET HISTORY Step inside Hazel Marie s ice cream shop where the story is just as sweet as the sundaes Aromas of warm waffle cones float through the air while family heirlooms sit on the shelves Longtime Plainfield resident Tammy Barvian reminisced about her sleepovers at her Nana and Papa s house Every night ended with a bowl of her Papa s favorite espresso ice cream sitting on the porch in her very own rocking chair Tammy shared that this same rocking chair sits on a shelf in her ice cream parlor as a constant reminder of years gone by Her story adorns the wall as does a portrait of her Nana Tammy Barvian always knew that ice cream represents happy times centered around family and her dream was to open her own shop and name it after her Nana Hazel Marie Menu items include signature sundaes honoring loved ones Double Fun is just as much fun as Ken and Tammy s twin boys Chocolate ice cream topped with chocolate and peanut butter sauces with a spoonful of mini reese s peanut butter cups Papa s sundae includes his favorite espresso ice cream covered in chocolate sauce and brownie bites Hazel Marie s is a combination of vanilla ice cream hot fudge salted caramel sauce and pecans With homemade strawberry topping the banana split is something not to pass up Shakes malts and old fashioned root beer floats are just a few more sweet treats on the menu Hazel Marie s has twenty four ice cream flavors Try as many as you d like upon vintage silver tasting spoons cotton candy that will bring back memories of the summer state fair or cookie dough with the perfect ratio of chocolate chips and cookie dough Get creative and add any combination of toppings including brownie bits crushed oreos mini peanut butter cups rainbow sprinkles or Spanish peanuts It doesn t stop at just toppings they also have lots of sauces to choose from butterscotch chocolate hot fudge peanut butter pineapple salted caramel raspberry and strawberry Hazel Marie s is open from April until September so stop by to satisfy your sweet tooth this summer while making family memories that will last a lifetime 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 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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 17 AM Page 17 Summer VIBES SUMMER VIBES 2019 SUMMER F UN 2 0 1 9 Glancing Around Town SUNDAY AT SANDWICH ANTIQUE FLEA MARKET Every Second Sunday Held at Sandwich Fairgrounds SANDWICH Timeworn Productions welcomes you to the Sunday At Sandwich Antique Flea Market featuring Antiques Industrial Vintage Furniture Garden Everything else in between Join us every second Sunday under the beautiful oaks at the historic Sandwich Fairgrounds and discover the many treasures our dealers bring to you While in town don t forget to visit the many antique shops and restaurants Sandwich Illinois has to offer We strive to provide both guests and dealers an outstanding experience Happy Picking www sundayatsandwichantiques com 60TH YEAR BRINGS CHANGES TO THE NAPERVILLE FINE ART ARTISAN FAIR June 22 23 NAPERVILLE For the 60th anniversary of an event that has become a signature of both the Naperville Woman s Club and Naperville s summer scene The Naperville Fine Art Artisan Fair on June 22 23 at Naper Settlement will showcase some exciting updates A Community Mural famed 3D Chalk Artist Shaun Hays and new activities for kids will encourage attendees to interact with art in a more personal way Exciting new food and beverage choices a VIP area and a DJ will provide opportunities to enjoy the ambiance while purchasing art pieces from over 130 artists www napervillewomansclub org Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 17
DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 17 AM Page 18 Kid Stuff School s out and summer is finally here This month we re here to help you make each day fun and memorable leaving a lasting impression on the kids From amazingly awesome summer camps to movies in the park and more there s something to fill yoru calendar morning tl night all summer long See more summer fun events and ideas at www GlancerMagazine com Play More this Summer at DuPage Children s Museum NAPERVILLE Explore create build discover think play and more Every visit is an adventure in fun and learning with a little silliness mixed in DCM Express a mini pop up experience featuring trains has rolled into the Museum for the summer along with Art Is Instrumental Remix Both back by popular demand June 28 29 practice your problem solving skills and explore your creativity through a variety of activities at Maker Days There s always something fun going on at DCM www dupagechildrens org 630 637 8000 Night at the Movies with Naperville Park District NAPERVILLE Enjoy a free movie under the stars this summer with the Naperville Park District Five family friendly movies will delight audience members of all ages with dates in June July August and September Events will rotate between Rotary Hill near downtown Naperville and Frontier Sports Complex located in south Naperville Movie goers are invited to bring their own chairs and snacks to enjoy Visit napervilleparks org outdoormovies for details 18 WESTERN SUBURBS MAY 2019 Glancer Magazine CAMPNAPER Sprawled across 13 acres and beyond in summer day camps that are sure to capture a child s imagination Naper Settlement s unique hands on camps provide immersive experiences where learning is fun All camps include supplies and a snack and are led by experienced adult counselors Naper Settlement located at 523 S Webster St in the heart of Downtown Naperville For more details and to sign up visit www napersettlement org camp Bug Fest s 10th Anniversary at Red Oak Nature Center BATAVIA It s Bug Fest s 10th anniversary Insects and the fascinating world of bugs will take center stage at the Fox Valley Park District s Red Oak Nature Center in Batavia This popular late summer event is set for 9 a m to 1 p m on Saturday August 17 The free family friendly stroller friendly event will feature fun and educational attractions with a swarm of bug related activities demonstrations and crafts www wherefunbegins org
DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 19 AM Page 19 WHAT MOMS LOVE M O N T H L Y C O L UM N To Give To Inspire THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING CENTERS The therapeutic benefits of bonding with an animal have long been praised by researchers and the medical community For children and adults with special needs horseback riding and interacting with horses provides a special therapy for improving physical cognitive and social abilities The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International PATH Intl was formed in 1969 to promote and set guidelines for equine assisted activities and therapies For families who are interested in seeking this amazing therapy there are several riding facilities in the Western Suburbs that are not for profit PATH Intl Premier Accredited Centers offering services The Ray Graham Association s Hanson Center located in Burr Ridge is a 12acre area that has a heated indoor riding facility riding trails and an outdoor arena Serving over 170 riders each week students can begin riding as early as four years of age Some riders hope to increase social interaction others learn how to follow 2 or 3 step directions and some may want to improve their physical skills such as balance and fine motor skills says Cathy LeBeau Horsemanship Administrator for Ray Graham Association s Hanson Center Equine Dreams in Newark also provides therapeutic services specifically tailored to each individual s needs with riding ground skills a sensory trail and life size horse simulator lessons In 2018 Equine Dreams provided Equine Assisted Activities to 1 527 children adults and veterans with special needs At Ready Set Ride Therapeutic Riding Facility in Plainfield each rider becomes part of a team that consists of the horse the leader and two side walkers that stay together for the sessions build up cognitive gross motor skills and develop a partnership Therapy is conducted in the form of games on horseback and instructors closely monitor and encourage improvement Friends for Therapeutic Equine Activities FTEA out of Wayne offers three opportunities for individuals with special needs Mounted Horsemanship Unmounted Horsemanship and Speech Language Therapy in a safe positive environment Our participants ride a horse or work with one from the ground and the attention they receive is positive and focuses on their abilities not their disability says Nancy Winkelman Program Director All of these riding facilities are volunteer run and operate on funds generated by public donation foundation grants fundraising and in kind donations For more information on riding volunteering or donating please contact the centers at the following websites Hanson Center Burr Ridge www raygraham org Equine Dreams Newark www equinedreams org Ready Set Ride Plainfield www readysetride org FTEA Wayne www ftea org Mindy s June Giving Inspiration Now that school is out email a teacher that made a difference in your child s life 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 JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 19
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 20 AM Page 21 WHAT MOMS LOVE MO N T H L Y C O L UM N Mom s Little Black Book AERIAL FUN I felt like I ran away and joined the circus with a bunch of happy giggling silly teenagers Ahhhh breathe Aerial yoga might be my new favorite escape and judging by the positive energy in the room of teens the spirit was certainly contagious Having never tried aerial yoga we were all a bit hesitant especially the two teen boys I brought with us to test the laws of gravity With guided instruction by owners Lorial and Michelle we all quickly became pros and learned a variety of new poses that had us hanging upside perching like a lion in a tree or lying in a meditative state in a hammock like position With each new move we gained confidence in our silk from the ceiling and the giggles and laughter were such a positive release of energy in our space We also quickly realized the true workout in aerial yoga while we engaged muscles in our bodies that I am not sure we even knew we had This class was geared toward kids ages 9 17 and the step by step instruction and hands on support made even the most uncoordinated person a star for the day The hour of instruction flew by and we definitely enjoyed taking some snapchat worthy moments for our social media As I was checking out the other offerings at Rising Goddess Fitness I noticed parties for kids and adults and thought that would be such a unique twist to the age old ideas They offer scouting badge opportunities workshops events summer camps and yes ladies Pole Fitness I have to say when we passed through the Pole Fitness room I thought about inviting all my readers for a mama adventure that would be sure to be filled with hilarious memories with the perfect excuse of hey honey I m going to work out Another highly recommended adventure for just about any age OVERVIEW Rising Goddess Fitness specializes in aerial arts fitness yet their program allows students to select from a multitude of aerial and ground based class options either on an A La Carte basis or through membership Consider aerial art pole fitness Hooping class and a variety of other flexibility and cardio based classes Rising Goddess Fitness 208 E Chicago Avenue Westmont 630 824 7485 www RisingGoddess com Hours Check website for class workshop and summer camp schedule Price Memberships Intro Rates Drop In Rates Plus Youth and Adult Rates For Hundreds of Mom s Little Black Book Adventures for All Ages Written by Kristen through the Years Visit www glancermagazine com moms little black book 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 JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 21
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 20 AM Page 23 HOME GARDEN SUMMER 2019 HOME BLISS BUY OR SELL WITH THIS EXPERIENCED REALTOR TERESA RYAN BROKER Teresa and her team at Ryan Hill Group Century 21 Affiliated have served home buyers and sellers in Naperville and the Western Suburbs since 2001 With over 1 billion sold Teresa and her team are devoted to serving the needs of luxury traditional and investment real estate clients looking to buy or sell Clients can expect Market Expertise VIP Customer Service and Best in Class Marketing By placing client needs first to ensure superior results the team is proud to give back to our Community Experience the difference Call for a personal consultation today Teresa Ryan Broker 630 253 7660 tryan ryanhillgroup com www ryanhillgroup com HOW CAN I CHANGE THE LOOK OF MY HARDWOOD FLOOR The Buff Coat process makes it easy to change from a matte to a glossy look or vice versa We remove unsightly surface scuffs and scratches and apply a new coat of finish with a dustless odorless one day process Choose from matte satin semi gloss or gloss finish For pricing request a free in home estimate from Ray Horan at 630 689 3800 Visit www buffandcoatnow com Facebook or Instagram EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS PENY O BRIEN Penny provides exemplary customer service consistently ranks in the top 1 of all Naperville brokers with over 23 million in sales in 2018 Penny s clients say she has high energy and a strong work ethic All of Penny s listings receive Complimentary Professional Staging Photography Sit back relax and let her go to work for you Penny O Brien Broker SRS CSC SFR RENE Relocation Specialist Negotiation Expert 630 207 7001 PennyOBrien johngreenerealtor com TIRED OF TINY SHOWER TIME THE KITCHEN MASTER You ll be surprised how many ways a tight shower can be made to seem bigger or expanded even in the in the smallest bathrooms recessed niches lower curbs expanded glass walls You can learn some of the many tricks and techniques of enjoying a better shower experience by starting a conversation with one of the Certified Bathroom Designers at The Kitchen Master in Naperville Call or stop in 600 Industrial Dr 630 369 0500 See their work at www thekitchenmaster com 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 Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 23
DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 21 AM Page 24 Home ENHANCEMENT 2019 GUIDE Transform Your Kitchen Space The Art of Organization A Beautiful Kitchen In 3 5 Days HERITAGE CABINETRY DESIGNS The Heritage Cabinetry team is well versed on bringing you designs that can transform your space creating breathtaking kitchen designs to relaxing master suites Heritage designers are also well versed in design and project management and through the use of Computer Aided Design technology and a beautiful interactive design studio featuring cabinetry quartz countertops flooring tile and fixtures there are no limits to the unique designs that await you www HeritageCabinetryDesigns com 630 553 0880 Free Design Consultation CLOSET FACTORY A personalized storage solution built around you that is Closet Factory Our team of space enhancing master designers take pride organizing any space in your home Our goal from simple to spectacular is to create a storage solution tailored to you We are proud creators of more Time Space and Peace every day This is our passion 100 guaranteed by a lifetime warranty Reserve your complimentary in home consultation 866 ART 2 ORG 866 278 2674 TUPELO LANE DESIGNS Is your kitchen layout functional but dated Are your cabinets in good shape but you can t stand orange oak Tupelo Lane Designs is your answer We refinish paint your cabinetry to a factory like finish for 1 4 the price of replacing Kitchens finished in 3 5 days Start on Monday and be ready to host a dinner party Friday night to show off your new kitchen GET A FREE QUICK QUOTE at TupeloLaneDesigns com contact or TupeloLaneDesigns gmail com 630 200 3295 Being a Source of Education Designer Baths Kitchens More Shutters An Investment In Your Home NAPERVILLE The owner of Opal Enterprises a local remodeling company realizes there s not enough educational remodeling sources Residents have questions like What materials are best What questions should I be asking the contractors that come to my home What colors are trending right now And more As a solution Opal will be offering FREE monthly education seminars in their Naperville showroom where homeowners can come in and be presented with education so they are best prepared to enter into a remodeling project Details dates at www opalexteriors com SKILL BUILT REMODELING SPECIALISTS This remodeling company has been making changes in the homes of customers just like you throughout Naperville and the western suburbs for over 20 years Through the years they have built a reputation of Quality and trust which brings their customers back time and time again Start planning your new kitchen bathroom basement or home improvement project today Skill Built Remodeling Specialists Excellence Quality and Pride www skillbuilt com 630 742 1397 ROSELAND DRAPERIES One of the best investments you can make in your home is custom window treatments with shutters ranking very near the top in ROI They provide a classic clean look and are stunningly gorgeous Their privacy is unmatched and they provide year round energy efficiency Since they stay with the home these benefits are valued by future buyers Call us today at 630 355 1565 for a free quote on this popular home improvement 24 WESTERN SUBURBS JUNE 2019 Glancer Magazine
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 21 AM Page 27 HEALTH BEAUTY LOOK FEEL YOUR BEST EVER SUMMER BEAUTY HELP FOR ALOPECIA TUBELLA HAIR STUDIO Alpoecia is a misunderstood autoimmune condition that includes Alopecia Areata Alpoecia Totalis or Alopecia Universalis Nearly 5 million Americans 2 of the population are affected The cause is unknown and there is no cure Alopecia is highly unpredictable as hair loss and regrowth can occur at any time TuBella offers new technology to recreate someones natural hair and scalp and it s available at TuBella Hair Studio in Lisle through their new partner company Cesare Ragazzi They have developed a 3D printed hair prosthetic www tubellhairstudios com FAMILY DENTISTRY WITH A WIDE ARRAY OF SERVICES Valley View Dental offers an array of general and cosmetic dentistry periodontal dental implants oral surgery and orthodontic procedures including traditional braces Invisalign teeth whitening CEREC oneday crowns and even same day emergency visits With a large staff of multi lingual doctors on site labs at each location and extended business and weekend hours Valley View Dental has the ability to treat patients according to their own schedules and convenience Stop by and see why others in the community have trusted Valley View Dental for almost 20 years Valley View Dental www vvdental com Located In Naperville Montgomery Romeoville LOOK YOUNGER FEEL REJUVINATED WITH COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE THE EMPEROR S MEDICINE Providing resultbased health and wellness through acupuncture and functional medicine offering a safe effective drug free alternative for chronic pain fibromyalgia depression anxiety auto immune and women s health issues Founder and Director Dr Selma S Gladney DAOM combines many years of experience in wellness with a master s degree in Chinese Medicine to empower her patients to become their healthiest and happiness by addressing the root cause of the ailment not just the symptoms therefore promoting authentic healing and long term relief Naperville 630 428 9001 www foxvalleyacupuncture com MEDICALLY MONITORED WEIGHT LOSS At ThinfastMD we specialize in Medically Monitored Weight Loss throughout the Chicagoland area Our weight loss programs are specifically customized and tailored to each patient s health and weight loss goals Whether you want to lose 5 lbs before a special occasion or 50 lbs to live a healthier medication free life we are committed to getting each of our patients to their goal Our long term relationship with our patients not only ensures that they achieve a better lifestyle but continue to maintain one well after meeting their goals Our medical team here at ThinfastMD has over 3 decades of weight loss experience We are ready to take you on a path for a lighter and healthier you Dr Patel Managing Director in Naperville is committed to providing patients with an environment that is positive encouraging and comfortable Take advantage of the current Spring specials Come see us in Naperville or Arlington Heights for a com HIGH TECH DENTAL OFFICE IN GLEN ELLYN GLEN ELLYN DENTISTRY Owner Dr Charise Petrelli pictured is skilled in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry for patients of all ages Boasting the latest technological advancements using digital xrays which contain 80 90 less radiation than traditional film x rays Staff includes Dr Christopher Zwiercan takes great pride in knowing their patients individually and treating them like family Glen Ellyn Dentistry 462 Prospect Avenue Glen Ellyn 630 942 0727 www glenellyndentistry com Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 27
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 22 AM Page 29 SUMMER VIBES 2019 WEST SUBURBAN FUN Where to Go Boating SUMMER BOATING SEASON For those seeking a total boating adventure did you know America s Great Loop which is 1 500 miles longer than the Nile River can be accessed from Lake Michigan This leg of your journey is 327 miles and extends from Chicago to Grafton IL at the convergence of the Mississippi River The most scenic route takes you from Lake Michigan through the Chicago River Lock and right through downtown Chicago down the Illinois River and onto the Mississippi Wisconsin is known and loved by many for its many lake options Two of our favorites include Delavan Lake and Lake Geneva In Delavan WI is Lakelawn Resort Marina which offers a variety of boat watersport rentals and tours Boat slips are available for the summer months Another popular boating spot is Lake Geneva located just 1 5 hours from the Chicago area and as beautiful as ever With a variety of spots some favorite marina s include The Abbey and Boathouse Lake Geneva Along the 14 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline there are 10 harbors operated by the Chicago Park District from which boaters can choose to launch their boats Each harbor has its own unique neighborhood feel and you can browse through each to determine what works best for your boating needs at Chicago Park District EXPLORE THE WATERS ENJOY THE SUN Beyond the big boats on the big lakes there are many opportunities to participate in water sports in smaller water bodies and quarries throughout the western suburbs as well as nearby Chicago From motorized jet skis to paddling your way in a canoe checkout the following hot spots for local rentals But if you prefer to stay closer to home the closest public boat launch in the western suburbs is on the Fox River at Boy Scout Island in St Charles They recently installed a new concrete launch and are open Memorial Day through Labor Day with the purchase of a daily or season pass You can also head just a little further southwest to the beautiful Starved Rock area and Heritage Harbor in Ottawa which offers a state of the art marina on the Illinois Waterway and boasts and an 8 foot deep harbor and 140 boat slips Travel further north to the Fox 14 Marina with locations in Fox River Grove and Algonquin both located on the Fox River Did you know that the Fox Water Way is the busiest recreational waterway in the United States Rocktown Adventures in Aurora www rocktownadventures com Kayaks Paddleboards Canoes and Fishing Kayaks Kayak Myak Rentals in Elgin www kayakmyakrentalsllc com index html Rent Kayaks from Kayak Myak and paddle down the Fox River Paddling trips go from Carpentersville to Elgin South Elgin to St Charles or Batavia to North Aurora Fox River Canoe and Kayak www foxrivercanoe com Home html Chicago Water Sports Rentals www chicagowatersportrentals com Jet Ski rentals Hobie kayak Paddleboard rental SUP Yoga training Kristen Kucharksi Glancer Magazine JUNE 2019 WESTERN SUBURBS 29
DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 23 AM Page 30 WEEKEND STAYCATIONS TO RELAX YOU Need to get away but don t have a lot of time to vacation There are several local destinations where you can plan a fun weekend that will give you the flavor of some of our quaint cities or pamper you with spa treatments and dining Bring the family to some of the exciting venues with adventures and activities for everyone It s a great chance to head out not travel far and come back relaxed Enjoy this month s list of 7 Spectacular Weekend Staycations to Relax You 2 EAGLEWOOD RESORT AND SPA ITASCA Looking for a weekend of golf and relaxation Or maybe a family getaway Eaglewood Resort and Spa offers it all with a package fit for you including s mores by the firepit spa treatments entertainment at the indoor pool and even cosmic bowling at their on site retro alley 1401 Nordic Rd Itasca www eaglewoodresort com 2 1 3 HOTEL INDIGO RIVER WALK WEEKEND NAPERVILLE At the center of Naperville s quaint downtown district Hotel Indigo located at the Naperville Riverwalk is steps away from boutique shopping cozy restaurants unique bookshops paddle boating and Centennial Beach Spend a day exploring life in the nineteenth century at the walkable Naper Settlement or enjoy a serene walk by the river 120 Water St Naperville www hotelindigo com 3 1 WEEKEND FUN AT HERRINGTON INN IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GENEVA GENEVA Get away for a romantic weekend or a few days with the girls in this luxury boutique hotel right on the Fox River The Herrington Inn has rooms and suites with fireplaces and whirlpools and packages catered for couples or girlfriends that could include chocolate dipped strawberries in room massages spa experiences and dining options at their famous Atwater s restaurant 15 S River Lane Geneva www herringtoninn com 5 BULLFROG LAKE CAMPGROUND WILLOW SPRINGS Camp just steps from the water in the heart of the vast hilly Palos Preserves Camp Bullfrog Lake offers year round camping and water based recreation such as canoe rentals and fishing It s just around the corner from the Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center and Palos 50 plus miles of trails is perfect for hiking and mountain biking 9600 Wolf Rd Willow Springs www fpdcc com camping camp bullfrog lake 5 4 4 STARVED ROCK STATE PARK OGELSBY You ll see nothing like Starved Rock State Park in Illinois Amazing waterfalls and canyons await you as you explore the 13 miles of trails The Illinois River offers fishing boating and extraordinary views Camp under the stars or stay in the Lodge and experience the largest two sided fireplace in the state 2678 E 873rd Rd Ogelsby www starvedrockstatepark org 6 6 PHEASANT RUN RESORT ST CHARLES Plan a trip to the Pheasant Run Resort for loads of family friendly fun Enhance your getaway with comedy at Zanies a show in the Mainstage Theater Cajun cooking at Jambalaya or farm to fork cuisine at Harvest All of this right next to 18 holes of golf and the Spa Vargas Wellness 4051 E Main St St Charles www pheasantrun com 7 7 OAK BROOK HILLS RESORT AND GOLF OAK BROOK Play 18 at the Championship Willow Crest Golf Course or de stress at the Monarch Spa at the Oak Brook Hills Resort Find plush bedding in every room of this luxury getaway with tennis biking indoor and outdoor pool and just a few miles away from Oak Brook shopping mall 3500 Midwest Rd Oak Brook www oakbrookhillsresortchicago com 30 WESTERN SUBURBS JUNE 2019 Glancer Magazine
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DuPage_June19 backup_Layout 1 5 29 2019 7 24 AM Page 32 June 2019 Summer Vibes Vol 18 Issue 174 Featuring the Best of West Suburban Chicago Subscribe to Receive Every Issue at www GlancerMagazine com
