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THE GIFT OF GIVING Spreading Christmas Joy while Giving Back All Season Long! It truly is the most wonderful time of the year! ‘Tis the season to shop, support and give back locally. This month our pages cele-brate the vibe of the Christmas season, and it is definitely a happy and positive one. This issue celebrates the start of the holiday season with 5 Things to Do– spotlighting 5 local events that are festive and fun! We also feature 10 Trends in Holiday Happiness Locally inviting you and yours to enjoy some good o’ fashioned community together time, and you’ll love our 7 Spectacular Gift Giving Experiences intro-ducing you to unique experiences around town that can be pack-laged as a gift! Stay connected to www.GlancerMagazine.com all season long for daily posts, photos features, event highlights and more. Happy Holidays to you and yours! We can’t wait to celebreat with you. ! Lindy Kleivo Founder/Publishing Director Lindy Is Pictured with Mike Catuara, One of Glancer Magazine’s PhotographersNOVEMBER 20225 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 5 Things to Do 8 10 Trends: Holiday Happiness Locally 10 Women Inspired: Theressa DuBois 22 On Stage: A Christmas Carol 14 Sparkle: 2022 Local Holiday Lights List 16 Dining & Cocktails: Gia Mia and More! 18 Chicago Style: Back Again at Navy Pier 20 Holiday Fun: The Elf at Drury Lane 21 Christmas In the Community: A Holiday Guide 36 Trendy Traveler: 4 Midwest Christmas Towns 39 Shop Gallery Featuring the Hottest Shops 51 Realtor Elite Fall 2022 58 To Give, To Inspire: Cafe Liberty 64 Unique In Suburbia: Hello Donut In Elmhurst 67 Anti-Aging Local Expert Katie McManigal 72 New In Town: Brown Bag Seafood Company 74 Literary Local: Willie Etta Wright 75 Wedding Guide, Fall 2022 82 Mom’s Little Black Book: TinkerBlez Art 86 Million Dollar Listing: A Naperville Beauty 88 Meet the Band: This End Up of Naperville 90 Kid Stuff: Breakfast with Santa & More! 94 7 Spectacular Haunted Happenings for KidsTABLE 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. NOVEMBER 2022 | Vol 16, Issue 203 THE GIFT OF GIVING It truly is the most wonderful time of the year! ‘Tis the season to shop, support and give back locally. This month our pages celebrate the vibe of the Christmas season and it is definitely a happy and positive one. Subscribe for daily, weekly and monthly updates at www.GlancerMagazine.com ©Copyright 2022 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine, Inc. NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR 22002222®Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 5

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5 Things to Do HOLIDAY SHOPPING 2 Downtown Naperville Holiday Open House Weekend November 12 13 10am NAPERVILLE Wander through shops all weekend for some early bird holiday savings and stock up sales Enjoy musical entertainment and lively decorations around town plus special holiday sales and surprises at many downtown shops www downtownnaperville com 3 Batavia Boardwalk Shop s Holiday Launch Party 1 Holiday Sip Shop Wednesday November 9 5 9pm LISLE Toast the start of the holiday season with a wine and spirits tasting and a holiday shopping event at The Arboretum Store Attendees will get to sample seasonal wines and spirits while shopping for friends and family The event ticket purchase includes unlimited 1 ounce pours of wine and spirits from over 75 choices and admission to holiday themed artisanal demonstrations taking place throughout the night www mortonarb org November 17 4 8pm BATAVIA You re invited Wear your ugly sweater and get ready for a festive night of fun Be one of the first to shop holiday gifts seasonal decor from this years shops Wild West Baked Goods Dirty Clay Co Magnolia Soap Bath Co Charcuterie Studio Arlo Hendrix Baby Outfitters Hazelry The Candy Stop Earth Knots Wonder and Wander Fox Valley Gallery of Wood www bataviaboard walkshops com 4 Elmhurst Hall Holiday Sip Shop Market November 19 11 30 3 ELMHURST Come browse a wide range of holiday gifts from the area s local makers 10 entry includes your first holiday drink www elmhursthall com 5 Kris Kringle Market Happening All Season Long ELBURN Obscurity s Kris Kringle Market held in The Warehouse on North just west of Obscurity Brewing will feature dozens of vendors for you to shop and support local businesses The American Legion will be in the parking lot with their Christmas Tree Farm Obscurity Brewing Craft Mead www drinkobscurity com Glancer Magazine NOVEMBER 2022 WESTERN SUBURBS 7

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8• WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine10TRENDSHoliday Happiness Found LocallyHoliday Happiness Found Locally ‘Tis the season to be jolly and this means surrounding yourself with all things that make you feel happy inside and out! Why not start by making plans to attend fun, festive and unique holiday-themed events and attractions that are happening locally– we promise HAPPINESS throughout! #1 | Seasons Greetings - A Feisty Christmas Comedy GLEN ELLYN–Season’s Greetings offers a seriously entertaining look at the anxiety and high jinks of an average family during the holidays as friends and family gather at Neville and Belinda’s home to celebrate the holidays. Hilarious mayhem is quickly unleashed due to a tryst under the Christmas Tree, an unforgettable puppet show and maybe even a murder. www.atthemac.org/events/seasons-greetings/ #2 | ChristkindMarket AURORA–The Christkindlmarket Chicago is the most authentic traditional holiday market of its kind outside of Europe, offering a unique shopping experience, family-friendly events and intercultural activities right here in the west suburbs at RiversEdge Park. www.paramountaurora.com/events/christkindlmarket/

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#3 | Barley & Grapes Train Hop Holiday House Tour GENEVA–Take a tour of five exquisite Geneva homes decorated in holiday splendor. Homes will be open to visitors for self-guided tours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on December 2 and 10am to 5pm on December 3. www.genevachamber.com/festivals-events/holiday-house-tour/ #4 | Holiday Homecoming ST. CHARLES–Kick off the holiday happiness on November 25 at the Lighting of the Lights in the 1st Street Plaza. The fun continues on No-vember 26 when the Electric Christmas Parade illuminates Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus. Also be sure to take in the Holiday Tree Trail, with approximately 50 real, decorated trees displayed around Downtown St. Charles; and visit Santa's House in the 1st Street Plaza. www.stcharlesil.gov/events/festivals-and-special-events/holiday-homecoming-lighting #5 | Oswego Christmas Walk OSWEGO–Don’t miss the Christmas walk on Main Street with festive food, games, and songs of the season, as well as a visit with Santa and the Si-lent Light Parade. Then join the Cookie Walk and buy a tin to collect a cookie from each participating business. Kids will love the Careavan while watching a magical display of police, fire and public works trucks decked out in bright holiday lights, glitter and greens. www.oswegochristmaswalk.com #6 | Handmade Ornaments for Tree Lighting Ceremony DOWNERS GROVE–Be a part of the holiday community and make your own handmade ornaments to help decorate the Downers Grove Main Street Tree this year! Submit your handiwork and watch it shine at The Tree Lighting Ceremony to be held on Friday, November 25 at 430pm at the Main Street Train Station. www.events.downers.us/tree-lighting-ceremony #7 | Celebrate the Season Holiday Festival and Mistletoe Market WHEATON–Shop the cheery displays of local crafters and small busi-nesses offering one-of-a-kind items for holiday gift giving on November 17th. The marketplace coincides with Cantigny’s festive Shades of Crim-son poinsettia sale and display at the park’s greenhouse. Food Trucks will also be on site: Taco Fiesta, Aunt Tina’s Sound Bytes, Grumpy Gaucho. Then on December 3, enjoy the family friendly holiday festival. www.cantigny.org #8 | FarmHer’s a Very Merry Christmas Market YORKVILLE–FarmHer’s Very Merry Christmas Market is a handmade, vin-tage, and boutique style market presented by Olde Farm Creek on No-vember 18 and 19. Visit an array of artisans featuring holiday inspired handmade treasures, vintage collections, and boutique style decor. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the indoor and outdoor market while sipping on bloody marys, wine, or beer. Plus food from local vendors. #9 | Pet Pictures with Santa DOWNERS GROVE–Come join Bentley’s Pet Stuff and the big man in red for some holiday photos on December 3rd and 4th! Every dollar raised from donations and pictures will go to the care and rescue of more cats and kitties in need through Chicagoland Animal Rescue, NFP in Downers Grove. www.petstuff.com #10 | Santa Express WHEATON–Celebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music and treats from the Downtown Wheaton Metra Station at 402 W. Front Street in Wheaton. www.dupagemuseum.org/calendar/ Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 11

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Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 13Meet Theressa DuBois of Aurora, Founder of the Deaf Welcome Foundation AURORA–Through the years, Theressa has met a lot of celebrities, business leaders and influencers; however, no one has inspired her more than the Coordinator of Senior and Dis-ability Services for the City of Aurora, Katrina Boatright, who brings local agencies and res-idents together and makes it her business to hear complaints, implement programs and ef-fectuate real change. This fully aligns with Theressa’s belief system and the core reason as to why she founded the Deaf Welcome Foundation in 2004 as a 501(c)(3) Organization for Sign Language TV, Media, Music, Ministry & Film. “My goal is and has always been to ensure the Deaf have equal access to products, services and amenities,” she says. “I set up supportive services to negate the linguistic encumbrances.” In 2022, Theressa launched the Deaf Welcome TV Network, on Roku, along with the Deaf Welcome TV mobile app for On De-mand. “Deaf inclusive TV programs allow for signers and non-signers to enjoy enter-tainment together,” she adds. “We have new shows coming, but already have more than 14,000 downloads!” Theressa loves bridging the gap between Deaf Culture and the hearing world. “It’s a wonderful feeling to equip busi-nesses and organizations with Deaf-inclu-sive commercials and other resources and watch them make Deaf Welcome. It’s an even better feeling when I see Deaf consumers enjoy linguistic freedom, inde-pendence, added security and respect.” Always expanding her reach, Deaf Wel-come is now open in Fox Valley Mall offering Sign Language classes for store owners and employees, as well as shoppers who stop in everyday! Theressa is constantly immersing herself in the community and also joined Home Care ensuring deaf and hard-of-hearing sen-iors have access to companion care, personal care and skilled nursing from those who sign or utilize virtual interpreters. In the rare moments she can relax, Theressa enjoys the Naper-ville Riverwalk, Suzette’s in Wheaton, cardio drumming at her local gym, and sign dancing! WOMEN INSPIRED

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November 19-December 31, 2022 Chicago's Favorite Holiday Tradition for Four Decades CHICAGO–Experience the "perfect Chicago holiday tradi-tion" (Chicago Parent) that has delighted nearly two million theatergoers—Goodman Theatre’s A Christmas Carol. With its "first-rate cast and marvelous staging (that) shines merry and bright" (Chicago Sun-Times), this must-see annual pro-duction has enchanted audiences for more than four dec-ades. Larry Yando returns for his 15th season as the miserly Scrooge in this "beautiful, timeless message of generosity’s triumph over greed" (Chicago Tribune). www.GoodmanTheatre.org/Carol A Christmas Carol at Goodman’s Albert TheatreON STAGEGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 13

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Naper Lights Downtown Naperville NAPERVILLE–Enjoy this free dazzling display of holiday lights and sound as you stroll down Water Street, Foyo Plaza, Jaycees Park and the Riverwalk in Downtown Naperville! Visit Naper Lights to get your 3D Viewing glasses! On select Fridays and Saturday evenings, you can also grab a holiday photo with Santa alongside the Great Tree; plus, enjoy music from Bach to Rock on the evenings of December 17th and 18th. Lincoln Park Zoo Lights CHICAGO–Celebrate the holidays with ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ. This festive, one-of-a-kind holi-day experience offers a merry, family-oriented tradition in the heart of the city. Event runs from November 19th through January 1st. Admission is $5. Check calendar for Sensory-Friendly Nights. Sparkle Light Festival at Impact Field ROSEMONT–The Sparkle Light Festival will be held No-vember 18th through January 1st. Don’t miss this premier holiday light festival in Chicagoland and that will come alive with more magic than ever before. Impact Field in Rosemont will be transformed into five illuminated villages with millions of sparkling lights, custom 3D holiday features, ice tube slide, holiday train adventure, mouth-watering food and drink and much, much more. Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo BROOKFIELD–Now in their 41st year, Brookfield Zoo is Chi-cagoland’s longest-running lights festival featuring over two million twinkling LED lights throughout the Zoo. Bright lights, magical nights and holiday magic can be seen Friday through Sunday, November 25-27; Wednesday through Sunday, No-vember 30, December 1-4, 7-11, 14-18; Monday through Sat-urday, December 26-31. 14 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineEnjoy these Holiday Light Displays throughout the Western Suburbs and Beyond 'Tis the season for festive unique light displays that will sparkle and twinkle all season long. From illuminated walking paths to mesmerizing rows and rows of trees, there are many lighting events happening throughout the Chicagoland area–including award-winning displays that are close to home. Get your twinkle on this holiday season and plan a night to take in the lights!by Kristen Kucharski

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Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 15Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum LISLE–Explore 50 acres of the Arboretum’s majestic trees during this one-of-a-kind spectacle of color, light, and sound featuring six dazzling new displays as well as returning fa-vorites. During Illumination, you’ll journey along a one-mile paved walking path amid festive music and lighting effects that highlight the beauty of trees in winter from November 19th through January 7, 2023. New this year is Electric Illu-mination, a late-night experience for adults 18 and older with a curated mix of trance and progressive house music, syn-chronized to the breathtaking light displays on December 16, 23, and 30th. Lightscape at Chicago Botannical Garden GLENCOE–Our acclaimed holiday event returns, with a new path and new light-filled installations created just for the Chi-cago Botanic Garden. Explore the whimsy of nature in winter through music, light, fire, and color. Featured artistic works will include favorites such as the luminous Winter Cathedral and a reimagined fire garden. Celebrate outside with friends and family at Lightscape, the brightest spot for holiday cheer. Festival of Lights at Cosley Zoo WHEATON–November 25th through December 30th marks the time Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery, hot chocolate, and a unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop. All proceeds from this event benefit Cosley Zoo.F Festival of Lights at Phillips Park Zoo AURORA–The Aurora's Festival of Lights is one of the largest free outdoor drive-through holiday light displays in Northern Illinois featuring thousands of twinkling lights, shimmering snowflakes high above the trees, a 20’ singing, dancing Christmas tree, and so much more. This is what the season is all about…making and sharing memories with all. The fes-tival will be open from November 25th through December 26th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Morton ArboretumVIEW & SHARESPARKLE: HOLIDAY LIGHT LIST 2022

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LOVE TO EAT. EAT TO LIVE. CRAFTED LOCALLY. The BG Hospitality Group champions the creation of unique chef-driven, farm-to-table creative plates and an innovative casual dining atmosphere that differentiates us from the competition. Their uncom-promising quality and restaurant concepts stand out from the others in the Chicago area, with a current total of six Gia Mia restaurants along with their standalone Geneva and St. Charles locations– Livia and moto imōto, respectively. The unique designs both in and outside of BG Hospitality Group’s spaces were developed in mind to help complete the overall dining experience for their guests. Dine in one of these unique, creative and well-loved restaurants today. Holiday gift cards are available. Learn more online at each of these sites: www.giamiapizzabar.com www.motoimoto.com www.liviaitalianeatery.com NEXT STOP: FARM TO TABLEWEST SUBURBAN DININGDININGDINING + COCKTAILS16 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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DINING + COCKTAILSLJWC's Innaugural Cocktails and Candy Canes Pub Crawl Fundraiser LOMBARD–Cocktails and Candy Canes Pub Crawl Fundraiser will take you to downtown Lombard bars for fun drink specials, light food, progressive poker hand (winner receives $100), split the pot, free swag, pics with Santa and a whole lotta fun. The group will start at Otto's Tavern and finish up the fun filled day at O'Neill's Pub. www.lombardjrs.com CCoocckkttaaiillssSunday Funday Drag Show at Rock Bottom Warrenville • 11am From the producers of The Chicago Drag Brunch & Rock Bot-tom Brewery...Sundays at 11am join in for a for delicious brunch, served with a heaping helping of Camp & Sass from Muffy Fishbasket and a rotating cast of Chicago's Queens & Kings of drag entertainment! Comedy! Songs! Dance and more! Earlybird Admission starts at $25. www.rockbottom.com/locations/warrenvilleGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 17An Amazingly Over-the-Top, 21+, Christmas Experience CHICAGO–Frosty’s Bar is back for the 2022 Holiday season better than ever! They have decked the halls across 4 bars, 3 levels for infinite possibilities and Christmas fun! You’ll love their sensational seasonal cocktails, wonderfully interactive holiday photo experiences, lights & music and the party always goes late! Enjoy a Holiday Bar experience that will knock your Christmas stockings off with Frosty’s! www.welovefrostys.com

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CHICAGO STYLE18 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineLight Up the Lake 2022 Chicago Area’s Largest Indoor Light and Ice-Skating Experience Runs Nov 25–Jan 7 CHICAGO – Navy Pier is thrilled to kick off the holiday sea-son with the spectacular, all ages experience, Light Up The Lake, starting November 25 through January 7. The Chicago area’s largest indoor lights experience will feature several new, interactive holiday activities for the entire family. Single tickets start at $15 for a child, $27 for an adult, de-pending on the day. Every ticket comes with a free ride on the Centennial Wheel, access to the Roseaux interactive art installation, stomp light activity, reflecting pond, birch tree for-est, light sculptures, ice skating, skate rentals, and visits with Santa. To purchase tickets, discover new deals, and get more information on group sales, visit online today! www.navypier.org/light-up-the-lake/ CHICAGO STYLEat Chicago’s Navy Pier Chicago Style

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20 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineElf the Musical Drury Lane in Oak Brook November 9, 2022 - January 8, 2023 OAK BROOK–After discovering he is really a human raised as an elf, Buddy makes the journey from the North Pole to New York City to find his birth father, sharing the true meaning of Christmas along the way. Elf the Musical brings heart, hilarity, and holiday joy—after all, “the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” Based on the hit Christmas film, the musical adaptation was nominated for one Drama League Award. Book by: Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin Music by: Matthew Skylar Lyrics by: Chad Beguelin Based on: The New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum www.drurylane.com Holiday Fun!NOW AT DRURY LANE

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GIFT CARDS & MORE Give the Gift of Downtown Naperville NAPERVILLE–There is so much to do in Downtown Naperville this holiday season! With a wide variety of shops (national names to one-of-a-kind boutiques) and 50+ restaurants (world-class fine dining to casual quick eats), along with family-friend events like our Santa Mailbox (leave your return address and he’ll send you a note back), Elf & Menorah Scavenger Hunts, Holiday Parade of Lights on Black Friday, Holiday Cookie Walk, Snowman Holiday Window Paintings, and more… you’re sure to get in the holiday spirit in Downtown Naperville! Stuck looking for the perfect gift? Downtown Naperville gift cards are accepted at 150+ merchants, so let your loved one choose their own treasure with a Downtown Naperville gift card! Come shop, dine, ex-plore, and be merry in Downtown Naperville! www.downtownnaperville.com CHRISTMAS IN THE COMMUNITY 202222 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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24 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineGIFT CARDS & MORE Give the Gift of Relaxation ABOUT ELEMENTS MASSAGE GENEVA At Elements Massage™, we do one thing: massage, and we are proud of our high client satisfaction scores. Experience the difference with our month-to-month membership program, the Elements Wellness Program™, and our guarantee, The Elements Promise™ — all built around our therapeutic, handcrafted, and personalized approach to massage that we call The Ele-ments Way®. Massages include: The Elements massage therapists in Geneva, IL listen to your needs and employ the proper techniques to deliver a truly therapeutic experience. We invite you to experience the rejuvenating benefits of massage therapy today and discover the positive effect it can have on your body and your well-being. 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 We have hundreds of weekly massage appointments available. Contact us to schedule a massage session, or visit us today - walk-ins welcome! www.elementsmassage.com/geneva CHRISTMAS IN THE COMMUNITY 2022

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CHRISTMAS IN THE COMMUNITY 2022BG HOSPITALITY GROUP Gift Card Special Gia Mia • Moto Imoto • Livia Italian Eatery BG Hospiotality Group has an amazing holiday special hap-pening all month long! When you buy a gift card for $100 you’ll receive a $120 Loyalty Bonus Punch Card* *When you dine-in at any of the locations in 2023, you’ll re-ceive a $10 punch off of each month with your loyalty bonus card. One redemption per month ($120 yearly total value). No cash value. not valid with gratuity or gift card purchases. Not responsible if lost or stolen. Cannot be combined with any other offers. www.giamiapizzabar.com www.motoimoto.com www.liviaitalianeatery.com 26 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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NAPERVILLE Plan Your Holiday Outing & Make Your Reservation Today! NAPERVILLE- From friendly competition and entertainment to awesome holiday packages, WhirlyBall Naperville provides the perfect venue for your holiday get-together. The two-story “ea-tertainment” complex features a variety of activities including WhirlyBall, LaserTag, HyperBowling, and bowling plus private event spaces for groups of up to 250. Round out your holiday party with customized menus featuring The Pivot Room’s selec-tion of elevated American fare and 24 rotating craft beer taps. Book your holiday party today! Whirlyball Naperville 3103 Oddyssey, Naperville (630) 932-4800 • www.whirlyball.com celebrate!CHRISTMAS IN THE COMMUNITY 2022Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 29

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30 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineDOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE A Fun Season Ahead DOWNERS GROVE–The variety of small businesses, amazing owners and community support makes downtown Downers Grove the destination it is today. Leffelman Meat Center recently opened at 4952 Main Street. PoundCake Bakery will be opening in the next couple months. Small Business Weekend will be held November 25th-November 27th. While shopping all our great small businesses enjoy the week-end festivities. November 25th enjoy Old Towne Carolers 3-4pm and the Community Tree Lighting at 4:30pm. The Gingerbread House Contest will run November 25th-December 4th, and on dis-play until December 10th. Complimentary horse drawn wagon rides will be on Sunday, November 27th, 1-4pm. The Gingerbread Man Hunt, Candy Cane Cash Rewards will be held throughout the holi-day season. Complimentary visits with Santa in his Gingerbread House Saturdays and Sundays 1-4pm. Strolling community carolers will be around all weekend! Downtown Downers Grove restaurants and cafes can please every taste bud. Schedule your holiday celebration at one today! Shop local this holiday season and you will be giving a gift that will continue to give back. www.downtowndg.orgCHRISTMAS IN THE COMMUNITY 2022

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Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 31HOLIDAY FUN IN AURORA Holiday Express at Blackberry Farm Holiday Express at Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, Illinois ● 630-892-1550 AURORA–Bring the family for a magical and memorable ex-perience – just like visiting the North Pole! Blackberry Farm is a winter wonderland amid thousands of twinkling lights, festive holiday decorations and happy holiday music. Take a ride on the Holiday Express train – a charming tour around scenic Lake Gregory – and enjoy a hay wagon ride, too. Back in the historic pioneer village, you’ll enjoy crafts, a reindeer food bar, story readings of holiday classics at the one-room schoolhouse and…a special visit with Santa. Tickets go on sale November 10 at 9am. www.blackberryfarm.info/ holiday-express/CHRISTMAS IN THE COMMUNITY 2022

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36 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineTrendY 4 Must-Visit Midwest Christmas Towns These featured midwestern Christmas towns were part of Perri Blumberg’s Top 10 Best Christmas Towns In America article and we love seeing them! We share each excerpt here. To read his complete article featuring all 10, visit online. www.foxnews.com/travel/best-christmas-towns-america Joy to the world and these quaint towns around the U.S. that really outdo themselves in the Christmas spirit department. From over-the-top boat parades to European-inspired holiday markets, there’s something for everyone on this list of locals that deck the halls unlike anything you’ve seen before. Read on and enjoy rockin’ around these jaw-dropping Christmas trees, musical extravaganzas, and more located in the mid-west. 4 Must-Visit Midwestern Christmas Towns TravelerTRENDY TRAVELER

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Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 37LONG GROVE, ILLINOIS This inviting Chicago suburb has a yearly "Vintage Holidays" cam-paign, a seasonal tribute to the small-town holiday market experi-ence complete with picture-perfect shops, horse-and-carriage rides and strolling holiday carolers in historic costumes. From Nov. 19 through Dec. 19, you can expect all this, along with appearances of Santa and Mrs. Claus, village merchants participating in a "Christ-mas Tree Parade" and more. The Long Grove Vintage Holidays event is organized annually by the Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association. BRANSON, MISSOURI Ready for a very Ozark Christmas? In this small town of some 11,500 residents, visitors to famed Silver Dollar City, an 1880s-inspired theme park a few miles outside downtown Branson, are in for a ver-itable holiday treat. Within: "An Old Time Christmas" event that has 6.5 million lights on display, an eight-story Christmas tree, several musicals and a much-beloved light parade. With 6.5 million lights around town, there’s also much to explore outside the theme park, including approximately 100 shows at 37 theaters, such as Christ-mas shows by families like the Haygoods, five brothers and one sister who play 20 instruments between them, melding rock, country and high jinks, and the Celtic fiddling Dutton family performing or-chestral versions of Christmas tunes. CARMEL, INDIANA Hello, Christkindlmarkt! In idyllic Hamilton County, teleport yourself to a wintry European market that’s filled with approximately 50 Ger-man vendors peddling a wide array of authentic German wares and gifts. After you’ve spun around on ice skates at The Ice at Carter Green, pick up a hot mug of Glühwein (mulled wine) or hot chocolate to top off your day in this noel oasis. NATCHEZ, MISSISSIPPI Get more than your fair share of season's greetings from picturesque Natchez along the Mississippi River, perhaps best known for its an-tebellum mansions. The fun kicks off on Thanksgiving weekend with the annual Christmas in Natchez tree lighting event on Main Street with pyrotechnics set to music, cameos from the North Pole’s famed Mr. Claus and many tantalizing food vendors on offer. Hallmark fans may enjoy Visit Natchez’s self-guided tour brochure of the filming sights of "Every Time a Bell Rings," a Christmas movie filmed in Natchez that premiered on Nov. 18. Catch some shut-eye between festive events at Sunnyside, Bed & Breakfast, home of the Do You See What I See? Christmas tours and over 30 decorated trees or The Towers Mansion, home of the splendid Jeweled Christmas Tours, touted as one of the top 10 most unusual Christmas displays by USA Today. TRENDY TRAVELER

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40 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • 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 se-lected by a pro and placed in one accessible shop? The Pep Line in downtown St. Charles by Peppeard Design principal 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 House of Markor Magazine. 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 recently won Kane County’s “Finest Furniture Store” & “One of the Finest Home Decor Stores” by Kane County Magazine’s Finest Reader’s Choice Awards. It also was recently featured on the CBS series, Destination TV: Chicago, as one of the area’s hottest businesses. Both The Pep Line shoppe and Peppeard Design studio are located under one roof inside The Collins House giving visitors a taste of how the products look inside a real home. As one of St. Charles' oldest buildings, it features a beautiful limestone facade and architect-rich in-terior serving as the perfect backdrop for both businesses. 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. The Pep Line & Peppeard Design 201 Cedar Ave, St. Charles | 630-549-7088 www.thepepline.com | www.peppearddesign.com Photography by Margaret Rajic Shop Gallery

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42 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • 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 11-30-22Shop 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 accessories, to home decor, unique furniture, gifts and seasonal trends. Owned by a mom and her daughter in Sugar Grove, Illinois, Urban Echo Shop was created to be an adored virtual hometown boutique where only the latest styles and trends are featured. Residents are in-vited sit back and relax while browsing the shop’s simplified trend col-lections 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 1790 Town Centre Dr., North Aurora • Vendor #3 • At the EntranceShop Gallery44 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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46 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineHOLIDAY BEAUTIFUL LIFE IS A PARTY.... DRESS FOR IT BATAVIA–Special Occasions has been charming area residents throughout Chicagoland since 2009 as a premiere destination loca-tion for beautiful gowns, dresses and evening wear. Guests travel from near and far to experience the selection of their dream dress in person, not just online. Visit this shop for all of your holiday party dress. Upon entry into this beautiful downtown Batavia shop, you are welcomed by an array of unique dresses that you can touch and feel, offering you endless pos-sibilities as you search for your dream dress, along with a knowledge-able stylist who is there to guide you. Here, you will find each season’s most sought after styles and must-have dresses. Founded by Mary Marconi-Popiel in 2009, the shop’s attention to de-tail makes the ordinary more extraordinary, giving you a shopping ex-perience that you will not forget. Special Occasions does not simply sell dresses– this local dress boutique sell dreams! Visit today for your next Special Occasion. Special Occasions 2 N Batavia Ave., Batavia, Illinois (630) 406-1515 www.specialoccasionsontheavenue.com Shop Gallery

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OVER 45 VENDORS JINGLE WHILE YOU MINGLE NOVEMBER 4, 5 & 6 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 HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENTS November 4, 5 & 6 – Events Happening All Weekend Long! trend + relic, 1501 Indiana Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois • (630) 803-5253 www.trendandrelic.comShop Gallery48 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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ENTHUSIASTIC & TRUSTWORTHY Nineteen years ago, following a career in the hospitality, fitness and bookstore industries in the U.K., @properties Christie’s International Real Estate luxury Realtor Kim Scott moved to the U.S., ready for change and eager to fulfill her sense of purpose and drive. “I loved how this got me out and about,” she recalls. “I had a lot to learn in a new country.” Scott says that her biggest accomplishment has been going from not knowing anyone in the U.S. to deriving nearly all her business from friends and referrals, an evolution that has brought her the Top 1% award in both sales and volume in Chicagoland from the Main-street Organization of Realtors. A Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, Scott at-tributes her success to her forward thinking and determination. “It’s a vibrant market,” she says. “You need to hustle.” Scott believes that clear and concise communication is at the heart of every successful real estate transaction. Her up-to-date industry knowledge and years of experience allow her to make the buying or listing process an easy one for her clients. Beyond her passion for her work, Scott is a global traveler. Her last trip (pre-COVID, of course) took her to Vietnam, where she back-packed from Saigon to Da Nang to Hoi An to Hanoi. She is also an avid runner, having twice qualified for the Boston Marathon and run-ning 15 marathons in all. “I may be a retired runner,” Scott remarks, “but never say never.” And just when you thought she might have some free time, she also supports the Agape Orphanage in India, which helps poor children orphaned by the AIDS pandemic. She has been married for more than 20 years and has two children, Georgina (27), who lives in Sydney, Australia, and William (25), who is following his mother into Chicago real estate.-Kristen Kucharski, Photos by Mike Catuara CONTACT KIM Kim Scott @properties 1003 S. Washington St, Suite 137, Naperville kimscott@atproperties.com Cell (630) 484-6775 | Office (630) 634-0700 AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS Luxury Real Estate Specialist 2022 Inman Innovator Award- Brokerage of the Year #1 Brokerage in Chicagoland Top 10 Brokerage in United States Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America- 13 Time Honoree 52 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & INTEGRITY The Ville Team is composed of eight full-time Broker Associates with Coldwell Banker Realty in Naperville, Illinois. They are a full-service team for residential, rental, and commercial proper-ties and are dedicated, knowledgeable, and committed to pro-viding an exceptional customer service experience with every real estate transaction. Walt Burrell and Bridget Salela, co-owners of The Ville, created the team based on a true team environment with the client’s best interest in mind. This advantageous approach provides the client with the experience and teamwork of multiple Brokers working towards one strategic, common goal. The Ville closed $68+ million in 2021 and doubled sales last year due to their exceptional customer service, unique marketing strategies, exclusive digital platforms, and global network. Combined with over 80+ years of real estate experience, it is no wonder that The Ville has been the No. 1 team for the past three years in Coldwell Banker Naperville. “Our brand is built on a strong foundation of knowledge, experi-ence, and integrity,” says Bridget Salela. “This is highlighted dur-ing each transaction as we deal with some of our clients’ biggest assets.” The Ville Team shares everything there is to know about the area with their clients — the ins and outs of the different sub-divisions, neighborhoods, and school districts — because their team members have lived in and raised their families in the com-munity. “The Ville is where we have built our foundations and families,” Walt Burrell adds. “We’re excited to share the unique amenities Naperville has to offer.” -Kristen Kucharski, Photos Submitted CONTACT THE VILLE TEAM The Ville Team - Coldwell Banker Realty 1212 S. Naper Blvd., Suite 122, Naperville (630) 420-8834 thevilleteam@gmail.com TheVilleTeam.com AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS #1 Team Coldwell Banker Realty Naperville (3rd year in a row) #3 Large Team (4+) Coldwell Banker Realty Illinois by AGC President’s Club 2019-2021 including the International Presidents Elite Team tier in 2021 Top 1% Residential Sales Volume for 2021 by Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS® (Data provided by Chicagoland MLS) 54 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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HONESTY & INTEGRITY-DRIVEN Julie Kaczor is one of the top Real Estate Brokers in Naperville and the surrounding suburbs and has been selling homes for over 28 years. With $825 million in career sales, her clients appreciate her honesty, in-tegrity, and vast knowledge of the market. If you are looking for a top Real Estate agent that will guarantee you exceptional customer service, state-of-the-art marketing, best terms, and most importantly, top dollar for your home, call Julie today. Julie’s discipline, hard work and consistency make for efficient and ef-fective transactions. Her morality, loyalty, and utmost customer service set her apart from the competition. Inspired by her managing broker, Bill Gill and backed by a full service team allows Julie to put her focus solely on her clients for a seamless transaction from pre-marketing to closing. Technology is vital with today’s consumers, and Julie has incorporated the tech world into her strategic process of buying and selling homes. With a dedicated Marketing Specialist, every listing is viewable to thousands of local buyers. From video tours to virtual staging, sharing on social media to customized search emails, she completely embraces and takes advantage of the benefits of technology in today’s market. Julie still expects sellers who have seen home equity gain to be thrilled that the inventory of homes remains low, allowing for solid home sale prices. Buyers can expect to take advantage of relatively low interest rates and first-time homebuyer incentives. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Julie guides her clients every step of the way while finding their dream home. Starting with a tailored buyer’s consultation and ending with a smooth closing, Julie assures the highest level of customer service. As a seller, clients appreciate Julie’s expert premarketing staging skills coupled with her negotiating experience to guarantee the highest price and best terms possible. Julie is a big believer in supporting area businesses and enjoys shop-ping and dining out locally whenever she can. Julie’s clients consider her their Realtor for Life - call her today to find out why. -Kristen Kucharski, Photos by Mike Catuara & Submitted CONTACT JULIE Julie Kaczor-Broker Associate Baird & Warner 836 W. 75th Street, Naperville Office (630) 718-3509 | Cell (630) 399-9399 julie.kaczor@bairdwarner.com AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS Almost $1 Billion in Career Sales Baird & Warner Founder's Club Member 2007-2021 Crains' Chicago Business Notable Real Estate Agent 56 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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PURPOSEFULLY DRIVEN Debbie’s community ties since 1995 gives her an enthusiastic edge when working with buyers and sellers. Her professional, down to earth approach with unwavering commitment to her clients, has enabled her to build up a vast network of referrals over the past 8 years. Attention to detail combined with an exceptional understanding of the mar-ketplace, genuine care for people, attentive listening skills, and dedication to fulfilling client’s goals is abundantly evident. “I LOVE people and the journey that takes us from A to Z. I believe we all have a story to tell, and that story begins at home,” Debbie shares. “For much of my adult life, I was known as a working stay-at-home PTA mom/wife, and was led to a new full time career as a 50 year-old single mom. It took perseverance, patience, and trust in the process to transition to Debbie Lendino, john greene Realtor, trusted advisor extraordinaire!” Debbie’s strong ability to negotiate and problem solve support her business that has been predominantly built on referrals, open homes, and networking. She is confident, yet humble; compassionate, yet persistent; knowledgeable, yet always learning. She relies on jgR’s tools to maintain a powerful post close process for her buyers and sellers and has an impressive social media presence that aids in marketing her listings. With the Naperville and western suburban market tilted to sellers from a supply/demand imbalance, the housing market overall has peaked and is headed toward stabilization. Area home price appreciation is up almost 14%, and a slight cool is a good sign for Debbie’s buyers who are coming off the sidelines, even with interest rates on the rise. “Utilization of john greene Realtor's technology is unmatched,” she says. “Always fresh, always something NEW, excellent!,” Debbie says. “I love being a part of an organization that supports each other - a cheerleader to new agents, mentoring small groups, collaborating with business partners, brainstorming with outside agents, networking, volunteering...these all align with my purpose!” As a top performing agent, it brings Debbie great joy to build on her referral base and provide an elite experience for her clients. She is purposefully driven and happy to help! -Kristen Kucharski, Photos by Mike CatuaraCONTACT DEBBIE Debbie Lendino, CSC, SFR Broker | john greene Realtor 1311 S. Route 59, Naperville Office (630) 820-6500 | Cell (630) 596-3672 DebbieLendino@johngreeneRealtor.com AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS Rookie of the Year 2015 for john greene Realtor Top Performer/President's Club 2015- Present at john greene Realtor Mainstreet Organization of Realtors Top 2% in Sales Volume and Number of Transactions Top 3% in Northern MLS Most Innovative Marketer 2020 for john greene Realtor 58 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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BOUNDLESS ENERGY Penny O Brien s clients always comment on her boundless energy and her intense work ethic When she meets clients she brings her confidence and determination to do her best work She listens to what is important to them and the results they d like to achieve O Brien s rise in the ranks of Naperville real estate has been lightning fast selling 53 million in 2021 her 8th year in the business Penny was the 1 agent at Baird Warner Naperville in 2021 Year to date for 2022 the Penny O Brien Group has 46 million in written and closed sales and 86 transactions Mainstreet Organization of Realtors recognized her as among the Top 1 in Sales and Transactions She was awarded Glancer Magazine s Readers Choice award in 2020 2021 and 2022 She works with two full time agents Karen Sanders Mia Dehnoo and a full time transaction coordinator Leslie Lathrop They each have our own clients but they support each other complement each other s skill set Sellers often can t envision what it takes to get their home ready for the market O Brien puts them at ease sets the timeline and recommends her team of contractors to seamlessly ready the home The results are in Her listings receive an astounding 200 more showings than the average agent She believes in strategic pricing offers a price range and discusses the different outcomes Her listings sell for 2 9 over the market average She is a consummate communicator The Penny O Brien Group s services include complimentary professional staging drone photography dazzling videos and top notch innovative marketing in fact 35 percent of the group s clients come from marketing I m honest confident and determined and will explain to clients what it takes to get the job done O Brien says The reason to work with an agent doing a lot of business is because they have the reputation people marketing and processes in place to make the transaction as seamless as possible I am proud to call Naperville home for 22 years I love sharing my enthusiasm knowledge of Naperville with its many neighborhoods 2 school districts This summer the Penny O Brien Group is proudly sponsoring the Naperville Park District Concert Series Kristen Kucharski Photos Submitted AWARDS ACHIEVEMENTS CONTACT PENNY 1 Agent Baird Warner Naperville 2021 Glancer Magazine Reader s Choice Award 2020 21 22 Baird Warner Top 1 Founder s Club Top 1 in Sales Transactions Mainstreet Organization of Realtors Chicago Agent Magazine Who s Who 2019 2022 Chicago Magazine Top Realtors 13 In Naperville for Social Media Property Sparks Penny O Brien Broker Baird Warner 836 W 75th Street Naperville IL 60565 630 778 1855 office 630 207 7001 cell www penny obrien com 60 WESTERN SUBURBS NOVEMBER 2022 Glancer Magazine

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Café Liberty Wheaton This month holds Vet-eran’s Day, the day to honor the men and women that have served this country proudly. There have been many founda-tions built and fundrais-ers held to assist our veterans in need, and we could always use more. The Dan Gibbons Foun-dation, best known for their Annual Turkey Trot, a 5K race on Thanksgiving Day in Elmhurst with 7-8,000 runners, has found a different avenue to as-sist our veterans – offering them an opportunity to build a lifetime career. The Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot Foundation (DGTTF) began in 1984 as a vessel to raise funds for food pantries and emergency shelters for Du-Page County. In the fall of 2017, the foundation announced its plans for Café Liberty, a new culi-nary skills training program that professionally trains veterans who are unemployed or underem-ployed for a lifetime career in the culinary field. “Rather than be an organization that feeds some-one for a day, why not train them to cook and they can eat for a lifetime,” says Dan Gibbons, DGTTF Executive Director. Café Liberty, located at 120 E. Liberty Dr. in Wheaton, is open to both veterans and adult family members of the veterans. “We believe that when one family member serves the military, the whole family serves,” says Dan. The eleven-week program is offered up four times a year with roughly ten people per class. Executive Chef Cheryl Corrado, former Executive Chef at CHIC (Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago – Le Cordon Bleu) helped them develop the program and served as their first instructor. In May 2019, one of their first graduates, Billy Gordon, a twenty-year US Navy veteran, was promoted to their current Executive Chef and Chef Instructor. The program is funded by catering two days a week to FT Portfolios; however, there is still a need for public donations. “Our goal,” says Dan, “is to give each family the resources and training to become self-sufficient and improve their quality of life.” If you would like to know more about Café Liberty, donating to the program or sponsoring a student, visit them at www.cafeliberty.org ABOUT THE WRITER Mindy Kyle is passionate about helping people discover what brings them joy and to live a full, healthy and happy life. She has her Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing from DePaul University and is a veteran of Chicago’s theater and commercial world as well as a graduate of the Second City Improv School. Mindy lives in Naperville with her husband, three children and the cutest dogs in the land. VIEW MINDY’S MONTHLY COLUMN AT www.GlancerMagazine.com/to-give-to-inspireA New Culinary Skills Training Program for Veterans who Are Unemployed or Underemployed for a Career In the Culinary FieldCARING + SHARINGGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 65

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HELLO DONUT IN ELMHURST There is no denying it … America has a love affair with donuts. Cake. Old Fashioned. Cream-filled. Yeast. Glazed. Sour Cream. Jelly-filled. Fritters. Powdered. Crullers - the list goes on. So why the obsession? Perhaps, it’s nostalgic for some (after all, ‘tis the season for pumpkin picking and apple-cider donuts!). Perhaps, it’s the fact that it goes hand-in-hand with our morning coffee fix. Or perhaps, the answer is simple - they are delicious. Just as our love of donuts is unwavering, so is our love for artisanal goods. A yearning for handmade, quality ingredients, authenticity, originality and ‘storytelling’ continues to propel today’s economy. Hello Donut, in Elmhurst, is making an art out of selling donuts. HD, an artisanal donut shop that specializes in international flavors, opened its doors July 2022. Gone are the days of jelly, vanilla and chocolate. The menu features 45 flavors each month - a mix of tra-ditional, chef-featured and seasonal creations. October’s menu will release a mix of sweet and savory donuts, including: apple cider, oreo cookie, gold bar, greece (whipped truffle feta with hot honey!), mango lassi (Indian inspired), coquito (Puerto Rican inspired) and mochi (Filipino inspired). This family-owned business strives to bring cultural inspiration, cre-ativity and never-before-seen creations to its recipes. And, most im-portantly, everything is made from scratch. Whether it’s sweet or savory, vegan, gluten-free, culturally inspired or seasonal … there’s something for everyone. Local favorites: mango tajin, birthday cake and old-fashioned glazed! Deliveries are now available via Grubhub, Uber Eats and DoorDash. Stop by or order online - you donut want to miss out. UNIQUEby Brianna Bartemeyer Photo Submitted by Hello Donutin Suburbia64 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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Immunity and Anti-Aging That time of year is upon us again. Kids are back to school, days are shorter, less time outdoors, and stress of the season is near. Not-Coincidentally, coughs and runny noses will spike, sluggishness and weight gain will creep up, and inev-itably stress will increase. Anti-aging is often thought of as cutting-edge high-end med-icine, but overlooked is the true essence of “anti” “aging”, which is healthy aging. Aging is guaranteed. Healthy aging, is far from. A strong immune system is directly related to healthy aging. The general foundation of a healthy immune system is consistent & effective stress mitigation. Get back to the basics. Quality restful sleep, balanced exercise, nutri-tious foods in appropriate quantitates, mindfulness & doing things that make you happy. Those are the counterbalances to the inevitable stresses to life, that generally help maintain a strong immune system, and enable us to maintain health as we age. I don’t advocate for skipping the fun around holidays for the sake of “healthy aging”. Staying up late, a few extra calories, and cramming in for family parties are a part of what make the holidays fun. However, they are additional stressors on your body and your immune system. To counter these stress-ors, you can take immune supplements like vitamin d3, vita-min C, zinc, and supplemental minerals. A couple extra days of intermittent fasting can go along way. Being healthy through the holiday season will make them that much more enjoyable, and the key to that is maintaining a strong immune system & mindfulness throughout. 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 HEALTH + WELLNESSLO CALlndustryEXPERTⓇⓇAnti-Aging LOCAL INDUSTRY EXPERTGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 67

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Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 69Ozone Therapy When most people hear the word ozone, they think of the protective layer of the atmosphere that surrounds Earth and protects us from the sun’s powerful ultraviolet radiation. Some may think of the won-derful, clean, and fresh post-thunderstorm smell. Few people prob-ably think of a safe, natural, and effective detoxifying treatment for your body. Ozone therapy has been practiced for nearly a century and has gained massive popularity throughout Europe. At Peak Health In-stitute, we are proud to offer Ozone therapy near Naperville, IL as one of our many cutting-edge alternative therapies to help you show up fully and be your healthiest self! Ozone (O3) is simply three oxygen molecules bonded together. The oxygen you breathe is two oxygen molecules bonded together. This extra oxygen molecule takes the oxygen you are used to breathing and creates a powerful oxidizer and purifier that can be used to detoxify your body. Ozone therapy is a simple, effective, and safe treatment It can be used to treat a variety of conditions including arthritis in the joints, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, acute infection, skin conditions, mold and yeast, lyme disease, chronic and severe al-lergies, rheumatoid arthritis, and gastrointestinal conditions. With ozone therapy you can expect to see improved immune system function, decrease in pain and inflammation, improved cardiovas-cular function, and elimination of infection. At Peak Health Institute we offer a variety of cutting edge ozone therapies to address any health issues you may be looking to take on. Peak Health Institute 3S517 Winfield Rd, Warrenville (630)791-9335 • www.peakhealthinstitute.com HEALTH + WELLNESSHEALTH SPOTLIGHT

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Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 73Brown Bag Seafood Company Brings Quality Seafood to the Western Suburbs NAPERVILLE–The first suburban location of Brown Bag Seafood Co. opened in June and is locally operated by General Manager, Christian Maulsby who has lived in Naperville for over two dec-ades. “This has given me an opportunity to connect even more with a community I know well, he says. “My crew is hard working and passionate and appreciate our sustainable and environmentally conscious approach.” Brown Bag Seafood is a Chicago-based fast casual seafood chain known for its quick, fresh, and sustainably sourced seafood. They prioritize environmental responsibility by striving to be a zero-waste restaurant, using fully compostable packaging, and recy-cling its used oil into biodiesel fuel. “As a pescatarian myself, I found it very difficult to find quality sea-food without a white tablecloth and the cost associated with it. At Brown Bag, we’re here to make great seafood accessible to all,” says Donna Lee, Founder and CEO. Guests fill out a menu card to customize their meal starting by se-lecting from a variety of proteins such as grilled salmon, shrimp, or the rotating daily catch. Proteins are paired with creative “builds,” including salads, sandwiches, tacos, and grain and veggie bowls served alongside an array of housemade sides and sauces, such as Supergreen Garlic & Herb, Golden Ginger Lime, and Ses-ame-Soy Sriracha. The menu also features pre-built house favor-ites like the seasonal “CLT” – a crispy cod, lettuce, and tomato sandwich with spicy tartar, pickle slices, and seasoned fries. The brand prides itself on forming local partnerships with schools and charitable organizations and plans to make community in-volvement a priority. www.brownbagseafood.com FALL SHOPPING

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74 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazineby Mindy Kyle Photos SubmittedWillie Etta Wright Grandpa Lou, What Can You Do? Retired grade schoolteacher Willie Etta Wright used to encourage her second and fourth grade students to enjoy reading and ex-pressing themselves through creative writing. After thirty-five years in West Aurora School District 129, she left the classroom and began her writing journey by taking creative writing classes, writing news and magazine articles and eventually authoring sev-eral books. Wright’s various topics include retired teachers sub-stituting, the ministry of her father, the late Bishop William Haven Bonner, and children’s literature. Her new book, Grandpa Lou, What Can You Do? is her second in her children’s series. Coming off her first children’s book, Grandma Mable, Are You Able? - a book about a grandmother who takes on the challenges of raising her grandson, her second book highlights a grandfather who is taking charge of his granddaughter as well. “My inspiration for writing this book came from what I have observed about the love and sacrifice that grandparents give to and for their grand-children,” says Wright. “I was sparked by my personal interaction and observation of grandparents who struggled to raise their grandchildren, whether in my church or in school.” Grandpa Lou, What Can You Do? can currently be found on Ama-zon and Barnes and Noble. LITERAARRYYlocalKNOW A LOCAL AUTHOR? We’d Love to Meet Them! Introduce Us at editorial@glancermagazine.com

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AURORA The Blackberry Farm wedding team is excited to create an ex-perience which delivers a lifetime of memories for you and your guests. Our one-of-a-kind setting features country elegance and personalized service that caters to your needs – all at a value that can’t be matched. Planning the big day is a piece of cake. We’ll remove any stress, answer all your questions, and anticipate and communicate every detail in advance of your event. Our space is flexible and beautifully appointed, featuring rustic touches and country charm amidst Blackberry Farm’s historic backdrop. With a convenient location and ample parking, The Barn at Blackberry Farm is the perfect showcase for your big day. As you browse information regarding your wedding, please note that ALL packages include table and chairs at no extra cost. We hope to extend every hospitality to you along your decision-mak-ing process and are here to answer any questions or schedule a tour at your request. SPECIAL FEATURES Picturesque locations throughout Blackberry Farm, Outdoor Ceremony Options, Whiskey Barrel Cocktail Tables, Rustic Bar, Outdoor Patio and Lawn Space The Barn at Blackberry Farm Aurora www.blackberryfarm.com/wine-food/dinner/barnGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 79

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ST. CHARLES The Hotel Baker has established a tradition of elegance and personal service for our many married couples. No matter the season, our professional wedding specialists can assist you in creating a beautiful wedding with memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Dreaming of a beautiful outdoor ceremony? With the scenic Fox River as your backdrop, recite your wedding vows on our Water-front Patio or in our lovely Rose Garden. Then move inside to either our newly-renovated Waterfront Ball-room or our spectacular, two-tiered Rainbow Room where you’ll share your first dance as a married couple amidst the multi-col-ored lights. Your guests will be enchanted with our historic splendor, pol-ished service, and spectacular cuisine. For your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, or reception, the expertise of our wedding staff will ensure that everything, from setting to decor, is abso-lutely perfect. Our wedding menus, from traditional to unique, are designed to provide elegant dining on your special day. Let Hotel Baker turn your fantasy wedding into reality! Our dedicated wedding con-sultants are ready to assist in planning every detail of your wed-ding… Hotel Baker, St. Charles www.hotelbaker.comGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 81

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Glistening Glass Gifts I admittedly color like a toddler, draw like a kindergartener, and craft like a first grader. I possess many talents; however, art is not one of my natural abilities. I have always been intrigued by glassworks. My grandfather used to blow glass for a living many years ago. I am amazed at how heat can significantly change the shape of glass without shattering it everywhere. I could have never imagined I would be able to design, shape, and mold a twelve inch stick of Italian glass, only millimeters in diameter, into one of a kind custom glass beads. Victoria, a St. Charles resident and the owner of TinkerBelz Art in Geneva patiently and skillfully taught our small class the art of melting and layering Italian soft glass in a 2000° flame to create our own personal masterpieces. As she demonstrated what was soon to be our task at hand, I giggled in disbelief that I could possibly mimic her actions; yet, I was so inspired by her boutique of handmade creations that surrounded me. The workshop was filled with glistening glass beads, orna-ments, jewelry, serving utensils, and more. It was hard to be-lieve they were all made from a simple 12 inch stick. MOM’S little black book82 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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As we donned our safety goggles and posi-tioned ourselves in front of our individual flame throwers, we quickly discovered the art of glass melting can be forgiving when armed with the right knowledge of correcting a dollop, a drop, or a mishaped form. As I made each bead, I gained confidence, and my creativity began to sore. I felt so peaceful in the workshop which is completely the opposite of the onset of anxiety that typi-cally arises when I’m presented with an art project. We got bolder with our shapes, more unique in our designs, and encouraged to try new methods. I actually made beads that I would wear in public!! My friend made beads to fabricate a custom handle for a cake server. This is a one-of-a-kind experience which makes the perfect gift to give or gift to make! With the glass that students decide not to keep, Victoria also creates beads that she do-nates Beads of Courage. Overview Specializing in small class settings to encour-age individual learning and growth of working with melting glass to produce handmade cus-tomized art mediums in the form of ornaments, beads, pendants, marbles, jewelry, and so much more, etc.. TinkerBelz Art 227 S. Third Street Geneva, IL 60134 (331) 203-5162 www.tinkerbelzart.com Hours: See website for schedule Price $: Varies Depending on Selection 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 rediscovering 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 BOOKGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 83

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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 2022. Susan Colella, Baird & Warner, (630) 946-3813Susan Colella84 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • 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 Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 85Susan Colella

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This End Up of Naperville NAPERVILLE–This End Up is a six piece band rockin out pop-ular rock and pop music songs with a hint of country, while also putting their mark on tunes made famous by artists like Aretha Franklin, Pink, Kelly Clarkson, John Mellencamp, Bruno Mars, and One Republic. Stefanie Brinegar (Lead Vocals), Anthony George (Vocals and Guitar), Al Brown (Guitar), Matt Soukal (Bass), Dave Felten-berger (Keyboards), and Edie Rosner (Drums) combine their musical talents and vocal harmonies to get the crowds moving at places such as Evenflow in Geneva, Potters and Quigley’s in Naperville; Rivers Edge in Aurora, and the House of Blues in Chicago. “I think one of our biggest accomplishments as a band is the fact that we are still going strong after 16 years,” Stefanie shares. “We are extremely fortunate to have a strong bond within our group, as well as an amazing following.” MEET THE BANDby Kristen Kucharski Photos Submitted88 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer Magazine

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This End Up was named from the simple well-known logo that can be seen on many products to indicate the correct positioning. Iron-ically, it holds similar meaning to which direction this band is going as they are on their way to the top, having performed on the Fox stage at the Taste of Chicago, as well as in Las Vegas, Arizona, and Indianapolis. They feature a wide mix of music with personal favorites high-lighted in each set. Al appreciates his guitar solo in "Can't You See" by the Marshall Tucker Band; Anthony thrives executing “Pur-ple Rain” by Prince; and Stefanie enjoys singing anything by Pink or Lady Gaga; as well as any opportunity to sing Spanish songs. “My mom is from Spain and was a professional singer and fla-menco dancer, so getting the chance to sing in Spanish always feels very special to me,” she says. This End Up feels an immense amount of gratitude for being able to do what they love with who they love every day. www.teuband.com MEET THE BANDGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 89

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Kid Stuff90 • WESTERN SUBURBS • NOVEMBER 2022 • Glancer MagazineStorytime with the Grinch HAPPENING ALLL SEASON LONG • CHECK FOR DATES AURORA–Visit with the Grinch and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. There will be story time and photo opportunities. Each registered attendant is also invited to enjoy all Holiday Express has to offer, come early or stay after depending on your ticket time, Holiday Ex-press runs 2-7pm. You won’t want to miss the train, visit with Santa and all of the festive decorations! Everyone ages 1 and up need to purchase a ticket. Purchase Tickets Here: https://bit.ly/3yThJQ8Breakfast with Santa POTTAWATOMIE COMMUNITY CENTER MONDAY, DECEMBER 12 ST. CHARLES–Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, provided by Alexander’s Café. Play festive reindeer games and create a special craft. Santa’s visit entails interaction at each table and photo opportunities. For 6 and under. www.stcparks.org/eventsHoliday Cookie, Treats & Sweets Walk DECEMBER 3 • DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE NAPERVILLE–Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, Downtown Naper-ville’s annual Holiday Cookie, Sweets & Treats Walk is coming up! Tickets will sell out fast! Attendees with receive a commemorative souvenir Cookie/Sweets tote along with a lanyard map touring many Downtown Naperville shops and restaurants. You’ll end the afternoon with a tin full of custom made (pre-wrapped) holiday cookies, sweets or treats (one treat, per entry, per stop).

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KID STUFFFUN IN NAPERVILLE Take Time to Connect NAPERVILLE–Life gets busy; take time to connect. Kids and adults together have a blast exploring the Museum’s hands-on exhibits, making new discoveries, and creating lasting memories. Make a splash in AWEsome Water, put on a cape and “fly” through AWEsome Air, build with real tools in the Construction House, and then refuel for more play at Bean Sprouts Café. A day of play is a day well spent! You and your family will laugh, learn, and love spending time to-gether with a trip to DuPage Children’s Museum (DCM). The holidays are almost here… DCM memberships make special gifts that last all year long. www.dupagechildrens.org adventure awaitsGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 91

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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 TTIIMMEEGlancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 93

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LOCAL GIFT GIVING EXPERIENCES GIVE THE GIFT OF A FUN UNIQUE EXPERIENCE THIS SEASON Looking for a fun and unique gift this holiday season Why not give the gift of an experience at one of these local area establishments From wine inspired activities and cooking classes to belly dancing candle making and grill your own here are 7 Spectacular Gift Giving Experience you and yours will love 1 Fox Valley 1 Winery OSWEGO Give the gift of participation in the world of wine through a Fox Valley Winery Wine Club Gift Membership The perfect gift for wine lovers and clients Whether you prefer red white dry or sweet you ll find the perfect wine for your palate Also enjoy experiences such as making your own wine labels tasting rooms and art classes such as painting and Gingerbread House Making www foxvalleywinery com 3 3 Spirits Spice OAK BROOK Take your taste buds on a flavor tour and learn to make custom cocktails participate in sample whiskey or tequila experiences and appreciate weekly wine tastings with the gift of spirits and spice at ongoing Oak Brook events www spiritsandspice com pages oakbrook events d r a c t f gi 94 WESTERN SUBURBS NOVEMBER 2022 Glancer Magazine 2 Marche 2 GLEN ELLYN Spread the love and the curd with an ongoing series of classes designed to widen your appreciation for all things fromage This gift is appropriate for the novice to the cheese whiz Marche classes are structured yet informal and include class outline tasting notes and plenty of cheese and wine Classes range from making your own charcuterie boards cheese boards appetizers and more etc www marche496 com 4 Raksanna 4 NAPERVILLE AURORA Mysterious sensuous and beautiful are words used to describe belly dancing This art form has steadily grown in popularity and encourages a new found freedom and self acceptance through the oldest recorded dance of humanity This gift of fun offers an awardwinning experience that runs year round for beginners and up www raksanna com

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6. The Water Bar ST. CHARLES–The Water Bar is a fully vegan, gluten free and peanut free eatery for people of all walks of life. Here to make allergy sensitive eating the new norm; while providing fun and engaging EATERTAINMENT experiences such as Paint & Pour events, Cupcake Decorating, and Mocktail Classes. www.thewaterbar.biz/st-charles-il-eatertainment.html5. Indigo Creations NAPERVILLE–Relax, restore, and be inspired through unique events such as candle making. Learn about the science of candle making with this hands-on experience, and go home with a homemade candle to burn or gift. Choose from at least four phthalate free, non-toxic fragrances. www.indigocreationsonline.com/ourevents 5.7. Gyu-Kaku NAPERVILLE–Gyu-Kaku is a Japanese BBQ (yakiniku) restaurant concept brought to you from Japan. Yakiniku's literal translation is grilled meat such as beef, chicken, pork, and seafood! Customers are most excited for the experience of grilling their orders at their own individual table while en-joying an ice cold mug of beer or authentic sake. www.gyu-kaku.com/naperville/ 7.6.Glancer Magazine • NOVEMBER 2022 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 95