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BEST OF THE BEST AUTUMN AROUND TOWN It’s such a beautiful time of the year throughout west suburban Chicago– the weather is crisp and cool, the leaves are starting to turn vibrant colors, fall events and attractions are beginning to opening up and apples are ripe and ready for picking– September is most definitely here! This month, we have dedicated our pages to Autumn Around Town– from unique events including Fall Family Festivals, Apple Orchards and Corn Mazes, to Wine Tastings, Dinner Parties, Home Decor Shopping Soirees and more, our pages are filled with all things fall. Also on our pages this month are the 10 Trends for Saturday Mornings In September featuring the most popular “right now” trends that are hap-pening before noon on Saurdays. Readers will enjoy all of the exciting inclusions, along with the 7 Spectacular List highlighting fun fall finds. Stay connected to www.GlancerMagazine.com all month long for daily posts, photos features, event highlights and more. Be sure to subscribe to your community so you don’t miss anything. As always, thank you for reading Glancer Magazine. Lindy Kleivo Publishing Director West Suburban AreaSEPTEMBER 20215 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 5 Things to Do 6 Raindy Day Fun: Taking Flight 10 Women Inspired: Two Moms & a Mic 12 10 Trends In Saturday Mornings In Sept 14 Downtown Naperville, Pinot’s Palette+ 18 Unique In Suburbia: Heaps Pumpkin Farm 20 Fall Shopping In the Suburbs 26 Dining & Cocktails: Fall Surprises 30 Trendy Traveler: Disney & Circ du Soleil 34 Mom’s Little Black Book 36 Million Dollar Listing: Naperville Penthouse 40 Literary Local: 42 To Give, To Inspire: Helping Special Needs 44 Fall Style: Jeans & a Cute Top Shop 47 Downtown Downers Grove: New & Fun! 54 Kid Stuff: Autumn Attractions & More 56 Last Fling 2021 58 College Time 59 9/11 Remembrance Event 60 Fun on the Fox: Festival of the Vine 64 7 Spectacular Fall Finds In the Suburbs SHARE OUR FEATURES ONLINE TODAY! www.GlancerMagazine.com TABLE 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. SEPTEMBER 2021 | Vol 19, Issue 189 Featuring the ‘Best of the Best’ Autumn Around Town We love fall! West suburban Chicago is filled with countless fun and exciting events and activities for the entire family to enjoy. This is our fall kick-off issue celebrating the season! Subscribe today for daily, weeky and monthly updates at www.GlancerMagazine.com ©Copyright 2021 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine, Inc. SSEEPPTTEEMMBBEERR 22002211®Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 5

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5. Pumpkin Daze, a Giant Corn Maze & More at Abbey Farms AURORA–Celebrate Fall at Abbey Farms' Pumpkin Daze and create memories for families and friends of all ages! Abbey Farms offers safe fun on a huge farm with outdoor attractions that let you dis-connect from the digital world. Explore Kane County's largest corn maze, the weekend petting zoo, the Emporium Cafe, or relax on our half-mile hayride. Enjoy the weekend craft beer & wine tent with live music, or the bakery and their fresh-made donuts. Pick out a pumpkin before leav-ing, and shop at our farm store for more fall flavors and decor. Join in on the fun September 18 to October 31. www.abbeyfarms.org3. Paddleboat Quarry NAPERVILLE–Enjoy some paddleboat, paddleboard, or kayak fun on the water at the Paddleboat Quarry this fall along the Naperville Riverwalk! The Paddle-boat Quarry is open Saturdays and Sundays only from 10:00 am-dusk. The facility will operate weather permit-ting; in the event of inclement weather and/or air temperatures below 65 de-grees, the facility will be closed. www.napervilleparks.org/ paddleboatquarry 1. 36th Annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair NAPERVILLE–Enjoy the 36th Annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair Saturday & Sunday, September 18 & 19, 10am - 5pm, held at Main & Jackson, Naperville. Come see works from some of the country's best artists. www.napervilleartleague.com2. Cosley Zoo Uncorked Wine Event WHEATON–It's wine with a little bit of wild at Cosley Zoo! Enjoy a wine tasting with 11 wine vendors and more than 50 wines on Thursday, September 15 from 5-7:30. $50 per person. All guests must be at least 21 years of age with a valid ID. Proceeds benefit Cosley Zoo. www.cosleyzoo.org 4. Shop Local with Urban Echo Shop WESTERN SUBURBS–Wear it loud and proud! Local online bou-tique and pop-up shop Urban Echo Shop is sharing an important message this season with one of their most popular personaity tees– it simply says SHOP LOCAL. The shirt can be purchased on-line at www.urbanechoshop.com. SEPTEMBER 20215 Things to DoGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 7

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Museum of Science & Industry CHICAGO–The Boeing 727 returns to its 1960s glamour to take you on a tour of modern aviation. It’s been more than 25 years since the 727 landed at MSI. Turns out that was just the beginning. In a newly reimagined exhibit, Take Flight celebrates the historic United Airlines plane and explores how the airline industry connects people around the world. See a section of the 727 as it looked on its first flights in 1964. MSI also peeled back the skin of the airplane to show me-chanical, electronic and hydraulic systems. Learn about the science behind side effects passengers may experience at high altitudes, like turbulence and dehydration, and ways to overcome them. Talk to United Airlines pilots who volunteer at the exhibit, sharing stories about their career and answer-ing questions about how planes fly. Take Flight is included in Museum Entry. www.msichicago.orgRAINY DAY ATTRACTONGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 9RETURNS

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Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 11Two Moms and a Mic Two Moms and a Mic is a podcast featuring two sea-soned moms with a collective of eight kids and an abun-dance of chaos. Naperville moms, Cory Briggs and Jenny Dodson met when their now, teenage children were in preschool together. Briggs and Dodson became good friends, and comrades of chaos management. While raising children (and glasses), they decided take their very real experiences to a podcast platform. Briggs and Dodson intended to create a community for moms and parents surviving the joys of mid-life while si-multaneously raising teen-agers in the modern world. Both former educators, and now stay at home moms, they have more than a decade of perspective on raising chil-dren. Cory Briggs Mother of four, master of none. Loving and undying in her devotion to her over-empowered teens. Jenny Dodson Desperately out numbered by her four children and blissfully distracted by pretty things. With more than 30K down-loads, the Moms have begun to build the community they intended. Their humor, raw wit, and catharsis has brought laughter, validation and re-prieve to their listeners. Find the show here: www.twomomsandamic.com WOMEN-INSPIREDNominate a Resident for “Women Inspired” edtorial@glancermagazine.com

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10#1 | Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Fun! OSWEGO–Enjoy weekend mornings on the farm at Keller's Farmstand in Oswego, through October. Open at 9am, this is a fall adventure that everyone will enjoy. Come for apple picking at one of Chicago's largest orchards or pick a pumpkin in our HUGE pumpkin patch. Explore the eight-acre corn maze, bring the kids to the Farmland playground and see the horses and animals. On weekends, theFarmstand has homemade donuts along with other unique food items. It's safe outdoor fun for the whole family! www.kellersfarmstand.com #2 | Saturday Morning Shopping GENEVA–Beautiful Geneva Commons is the perfect backdrop for a peaceful Saturday morn-ing while out shopping, strolling, and enjoying the crisp morning air. Open at 10am on Sat-urday, shoppers can enjoy breakfast at The Corner Bakery or grab a cup of coffee at Starbucks, then head to Wiliam Sonoma for the latest in home decor and accessories before they enjoy selecting new fall trends at Apricot Lane or Francesca’s. Finish up the morning at with an early lunch and a glass of moscato at California Pizza Kitchen. www.shopgenevacommons.com TRENDSSaturday Mornings In September10 TRENDS 202112 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineSaturday mornings bring us such a sense of calm after a long week filled with the craziness of school, work, volunteering, family time and more. It’s our time to relax and unwind while glancing around town. Here’s what’s trending....

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#3 | Aurora Farmer’s Market AURORA–Saturdays in Downtown Aurora are headlined by fresh pro-duce and fun at the Aurora Farmers Market, now in its 109th (2021) sea-son! Every week, ther Market features fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, decadent baked goods and pastry items, a selection of local food trucks and vendors (including Aurora's famous Dick's Mini Donuts), delicious coffee, one-of-a-kind artisan items and more. Held Saturdays 8am-12pm through October 16 at Water Street Square directly across from City Hall. www.aurora-il.org/1595/Aurora-Farmers-Market #4 | Lattes at Cafe & Barr GENEVA–If you love strolling the streets of downtown Geneva on a Sat-urday morning, you’ll also love the calm and inviting experience that Cafe & Barr provides for its guests. Their mission is to create a get-away for our community, and this quiant coffee shop does just that. Stop in for a latte today! Located on 3rd St at Dodson Place www.cafebarr.com #5 | A Fall Photo Session MAPLE PARK–Fall is a beautiful time to be outside for a photo shoot! Reserve a fall session for your family and cherish your photos for years to come. KimberleeB Photography of Geneva will be hosting Fall Mini Sessions on Sunday October 10 in Maple Park complete with a vintage red truck. Other Fall mini Session dates are October 23 and 24. Contact Kim Byrne at (630) 661-5828 or photos@ kimberleeBphotography.com for more information. www.kimberleeBphotography.com #6 | Sun Flower Festival MAPLE PARK–Start your morning off surrounded by beauitiful sun-flowers. Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflower varieties. The experience goes ‘full bloom’ on weekends with live music and delicious farm-fresh food options on the scenic orchard lawn. Mother Nature has final say on how long the sunflowers will last so watch for updates as we near the final weekend. Opening at 9am. www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com #7 | Wheaton French Market WHEATON–Flowers, locally grown produce, jewelry, crafts and more are sold from 8am-2pm each Saturday through Nov. 27. The outdoor market is at Reber Street and Liberty Drive near Courthouse Square and the City’s Water Department facility. www.wheaton.il.us#8 | An Outdoor Yoga Experience www.napervilleparks.org NAPERVILLE–The Naperville Park District offers traditional yoga in beautiful spots such as the Interpretive Center at Seager Park, over-looking the peaceful woodlands or enjoy yoga at Fort Hill Activity Center, where many classes are included as part of a fitness membership. Yoga also takes place in other convenient locations including the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, the 95th Street Center and the Brooks Golf Academy Training Center at Springbrook Golf Course. #9 | Weed Ladies Fall Sale • Sept 16-19 NAPERVILLE–For special floral arrangements and more, this special event is held 3x annually and loved by many. Opening at 10am at Naper Settlement, admission is free. Enter Naper Settlement at the Pre-Emp-tion House main entrance and inform the Guest Services team that you are attending the sale. Parking is available in the Municipal Lot across the street, in Naper Settlement's visitor's lot (at the corner of Webster Street and Porter Avenue), or along Webster Street. www.napersettlement.org/238/Weed-Ladies-Floral-Sales #10 | Nearby Apple Picking Fun GENEVA–Looking for an Apple Orchard that’s close by? New this year is Windy Acres Apple Orchard Experience. Open weekends only begin-ning September 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26. No reservations are needed to visit. Apple U-Pick is limited this season as it is theirr grand opening and due to some crop failure, but you’ll enjoy the experience for sure! www.windyacresfarmstand.com/u-pick-apple-orchard/ Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 13

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NAPERVILLEGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 15PINOT’S PALETTE Get Ready for The Best Night Out NAPERVILLE–Pinot’s Palette is the best night out in Naperville! It’s a fun-filled, party atmosphere where you and your friends can talk, laugh, paint and drink. You don't need any art experience – Pinot’s Palette’s talented local artists will guide you step-by-step through the painting. Follow the artist's instructions, or go rogue and end up with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! The studio provides aprons and supplies and they have a bar where you can purchase beer, wine, cocktails, and snacks! Plan your best night out and make memories to last a lifetime. Pinot's Palette Naperville 75 W. Jackson Avenue www.pinotspalette.com/naperville GGiirrllss NNiigghhtt OOuutt!!DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE

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Heap's Giant Pumpkin Farm MINOOKA–Bright and cheerful. Positive and happy. Loyal and admired. These attributes are just a few that represent the significance of sun-flowers. What’s not to love about this sun-loving flower? They are fun, powerful, vibrant, unique and sustainable. In fact, many cultures hold sunflowers in high regard - often representing good luck, vi-tality, spirituality and harvest. For our flower enthu-siasts, there is one must-see, local farm that will have you swooning. It’s Heap’s Giant Pumpkin Farm in Minooka. And don’t let the name fool you! This family-run, working farm is home to Heap's Sunflower Harvest - an annual U-Pick farm-experience that has been a summertime favorite since 2018. Heap’s Farm has been a family-owned-and-operated farm for over 150 years. Once a cattle, hog, soybean and corn farm, it continues to diver-sify its offerings. This fifth-generation, 160-acre farm now specializes in over 90 varieties of pumpkins, gourds, squash, mums, corn, soybeans, ornamental corn, zinnias … and, of course, sunflowers! The farm opens its doors to the public each year, of-fering an assortment of family-fun activities from Au-gust-October. Other activities include: a 25-acre U-Pick pumpkin patch, corn maze (and haunted corn maze!), Milo’s Castle (a giant playground!), bean maze and hayrides. During your visit, be sure to stop by Papa Heap’s Grill for a pork burger, caramel apple and pumpkin cookie (weekends only!) - yum! Just like sunflowers, we encourage you to ‘follow the sun’ … hope it takes you where you want to be. And perhaps that includes a joy-ride to Heap’s Farm this fall. Happy picking! Watch for Unique In Suburbia Every Month with Glancer Magazineby Brianna Bartemeyer Photos by Mike CatuaraUNIQUEinSuburbia18 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineUNIQUE IN SUBURBIA

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SHOPPING STYLE FALL SHOPPING V E L V E T G R A C E Velvet Grace Open House October 28 30 Are you ready for flannel shirts cozy sweaters pumpkins and the soothing scents of fall Velvet Grace warmly welcomes you to celebrate the fall season as we gather in our boutiques They will be dancing with rich autumn color schemes natural textures and the essence of a comfy home The Velvet Grace Studio will feature our brand new Fall Apparel which will combine classic and trendy elegant cozy with sizes ranging from small to 3X Our jewelry is an ensemble of mixed metals and gemstones that create the perfect accessory for any outfit Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more information velvetgraceoswego 4025 US Highway 34 Oswego IL 630 636 6570 www velvetgrace net 20 WESTERN SUBURBS SEPTEMBER 2021 Glancer Magazine

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SHOPPING + STYLEBATAVIA DRESS SHOP Destination Dress Boutique Since 2009 BATAVIA–Special Occasions has been charming area residents throughout Chicago-land since 2009 as a premiere destination location 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. 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 possibilities as you search for your dream dress, along with a knowledgeable 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 detail makes the ordinary more extraordinary, giving you a shopping experience that you will not forget. Special Occasions does not simply sell dresses– this local dress boutique sell dreams! Visit today for your next Special Occasion. SPECIAL! Enjoy 50% Off Select Gowns 2 N Batavia Ave., Batavia, Illinois, (630) 406-1515 www.specialoccasionsontheavenue.com BBEEAAUUTTIIFFUULL22 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine

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SHOPPING + STYLE24 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineLONDON SKYE Unique Downtown Naperville Boutique Invites You In DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE–London Skye is an independ-ent contemporary fashion & apparel boutique located down-town Naperville. Owned by Naperville Resident Joellen Elam, this destination shop is a mix of her children's name-sakes and a nod to the time she spent living in London. Located in the Water Street District of Downtown Naperville, the shop offers a mix of clothing, accessories, and gifts for both men & women with brands sourced domestically and across the globe. When Joellen founded London Skye, she wanted to create a place that focused on high-quality unique items you couldn't find in other stores, and she has done just that. Visit today! You’ll love everything about it. London Skye, 120 Water Street , Suiter 104, Naperville, (331) 814-3174, www.londonskye.com OWNEDWoman

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Paris Bistro On Showplace Drive NAPERVILLE–It’s like taking a trip to Paris, only it’s right around the corner in South Naperville on Showplace Drive. Paris Bistro is loved by many and brings a whole new concept to crepes where exceptional taste and style come together. Paris Bistro features a simple menu featuring sweet, savory, gluten-free, vegetarian, crepe's, organic chicken and duck rotisserie, full of fresh organic ingredients, desserts, gelato, along with a St. Germaine cocktail and their amazing Chateau French Wine list. Enjoy a variety-filled menu to include authentic French brunch favorites you’ll love. www.parisbistronaperville.comNEXT STOP: NAPERVILLEWEST SUBURBAN DININGDININGDINING + COCKTAILS26 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineDineNaperville.com

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DINING + COCKTAILSCCoocckkttaaiillssCheers to Your Wine Time Getaway– Galena Cellars Awaits GALENA–Looking for a last minute summer getaway? We have just the place! Located about 3 hours from Naperville, Galena’s countryside provides beautiful views of the vineyard and more. Enjoy a wine flight in the vineyard’s newly renovated tasting room or relax on the spacious wrap-around deck and enjoy the sunset. Then, visit Galena Cellars at their new down-town Galena location and enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the beauty of the historic building located centrally on Main Street. Three floors of indoor seating are available year-round with outdoor seating on Main Street from May – October! How perfect. www.galenacellars.comThe Perfect Place for a Fall Wining & Dining Experience NORTH AURORA–The Turf Room in North Aurora is the place to be this Fall. Complete with a variety of rooms, with cozy fireplaces to match, the restaurant and bar are both as inviting as you’d like them to be on a chilly fall afternoon or evening. The Wine Bar features flights of wine and an additional twenty wines by the glass. Try their new Tapas menu- available at the Wine Bar only- to compliment the wine. The Turf Room offers an American eclectic menu that changes with each season.Relax and enjoy the upbeat atmosphere in one of Turf Room’s three lounges and celebrate the season at this local favorite. www.theturfroomrestaurant.com32nd Annual Wine Tasting at Graham’s Chocolates GENEVA–Graham’s Presents Bacchus Meets Quetzal-coatl: Seven Deadly Sins at their 32nd Annual Wine & Chocolate Tasting. Enjoy decadent chocolates from Graham’s Fine Chocolates, paired with wines expertly chosen by their staff and Southern Wine & Spirits. Held at 215 Fulton Street in Downtown Geneva www.318coffeehouse.com/event-directory/Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 27

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28 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineFOOD & KITCHENBringing Dinner Back to the Kitchen Table Diane and Richard Beaulieu absolutely loved the convenience of Entrée Kitchen for nightly dinners in a world of work, sports, and everyday busy-ness. They were regular clients when they took over ownership in 2009. Richard maintained his job as a Forensic Accountant, but also now holds the titles of CFO, Delivery Man, IT and Maintenance Guru for Entrée Kitchen; while Diane loves having complete autonomy to do whatever is necessary to take care of their kitchen team and customers on a day-to-day basis while balancing their family life of raising their three teenage sons who are active in swim, the Civil Air Patrol, band, and orchestra. The family works together to support local school PTAs by offering fund-raising programs. Although it may appear, Entrée Kitchen is like other “meal prep” companies, there are many factors that set them apart, such as the bonus of being able to get right to cooking without the need of a knife and a cutting board to do all the prep first. This allows most of their meals to be freshly cooked in about 30 minutes versus 20 minutes of prep work first, before the cooking process even begins. Made-to-order entrees can be customized to include organic meat upgrades on many of our entrees, as well as other substitutions or eliminations to meet specific dietary restrictions; and unlike most companies, Entrée Kitchen al-lows the option of drop in and same day ordering from their well-stocked freezers with over 40+ different entrees, as well as a full complement of sides, desserts, bread, and appetizers too. An additional option is “Our weekly fresh menu, called Delicious Dinners in a Dash.” Diane says. “These entrees are available Monday afternoon through Friday and cook in 30 minutes or less. Plus, we will also have four Mother's Day Specials, a special grilling menu for Father’s Day, and offer a monthly Budding Chef's Program specifically geared toward getting the kiddos get to help out in kitchen.” With over 900 entrees in their database, finding a family favorite will be diffi-cult, but bringing dinner back to the kitchen table has never been easier! Entree Kitchen 26W276 Geneva Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188 (630) 668-4450 • www.entreekitchen.com Photos by Mike CatuaraHELPING MOMS

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TRENDY TRAVELER Cirque Du Soleil Disney Announced Drawn To Life TrendY Traveler NEW CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PRODUCTION IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN NOVEMBER 18 2021 After more than a year of waiting Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Disney Parks Experiences and Products are excited to announce that Drawn to Life is scheduled to open on Nov 18 The highly anticipated new family friendly show coming to Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla is a collaboration between Cirque du Soleil Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering and will take residency at Disney 30 WESTERN SUBURBS SEPTEMBER 2021 Glancer Magazine Springs Tickets will go on sale at 7 a m ET on Aug 20 and can be purchased at cirquedusoleil com drawntolife We are so looking forward to unveil this beautiful long awaited creation to the public said Daniel Lamarre President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group We were moments away from opening night in March of 2020 when performances were paused Intermission is now over and we cannot wait for Cirque and Disney fans to experience the joy of this love letter to the art of Walt Disney animation

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Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 31"With its combination of Dis-ney animation and awe-inspir-ing performances, Drawn to Life is a great addition to the Disney Springs entertainment lineup and perfect for all ages," said Jeff Vahle, Pres-ident of Walt Disney World Resort. "I'm excited for a new generation of guests to experi-ence this show as part of their Walt Disney World vacations." Drawn to Life, written and di-rected by Michel Laprise with Fabrice Becker as Director of Creation, is a live acrobatic journey telling the story of Julie, a determined girl who discovers an unexpected gift left by her Dis-ney animator father: an unfinished animation. As she dives into the inner world of animation guided by a surprising pencil, Julie embarks on an inspiring quest filled with her childhood Disney memories. Developed in partnership with Michael Jung, Ex-ecutive Theatrical Development, Walt Disney Imagineering, the story is driven by 10 unique acrobatic acts alongside animation from beloved Disney films as well as all-new animation created by Disney artists led by Eric Goldberg, best known for characters such as the Genie in the animated classic, "Aladdin." "It was an honor to have the opportunity to interpret the spec-tacular works from Disney's catalogue of animation into a live show and we couldn't be more proud of this production," ex-plained Diane Quinn, Chief Creative Officer Cirque du Soleil En-tertainment Group. "Together with Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering, we have created a stun-ning show that will inspire audiences to dream and reach for the impossible." "Cirque's world-class creative and production team worked closely with us, getting to know and understand every aspect of Disney," said Natalie Woodward, Vice President of Production, Disney Live Entertainment. "Our incredible collaboration on Drawn to Life has created a show that celebrates Disney's legacy in the art of animation in a unique and signature style that is pure Cirque du Soleil." "I think guests will be amazed to see how the magic of Cirque du Soleil and the art of Walt Disney Animation Studios have come together to bring life to classic and current characters like Baloo, Baymax, and Cinderella in ways that no one has ever imagined," said animator Eric Goldberg. Drawn to Life is the 50th production created by Cirque du Soleil and its premiere coincides with the 50th anniversary celebra-tions at Walt Disney World Resort. With an international cast of 64 artists, Drawn to Life will perform Tuesday through Saturday at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. For more information on show tickets, dates and pricing, visit online today! www.cirquedusoleil.com/drawntolife

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UNIQUE SHOP IN LISLE The Collective lhe + Makery Invites You In Visit this local downtown Lisle shop for unique gifts, apparel, acces-sories, home decor and so much more. Plan a creative experience in the Makery with friends and family. This shop is truly so very special. As the owner of The Collective lhe + Makery, Autumn Geist has worn many hats, and lived a life full of experiences. The shop is her first brick and mortar business, bringing her love of creating experiences, event planning and curating beautiful apparel, home decor and gifts into such a creative space. Her talents shine through in all aspects of this endeavor and she is especially honored to be in a town that she believes is a hidden gem, with lots of growth potential for indie busi-nesses. The Collective lhe + Makery 4724 Main Street, Lisle • www.thecollectivelhe.com BBEE IINNSSPPIIRREEDD32 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineSHOPPING + STYLE

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34 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineLABOR OF LOVE Charcuterie Boards are all the rage these days to serve an artful presentation of meats, cheeses, artisan breads, olives, fruit, and nuts on a wooden cutting board. Long-time Oswego resident, Ed Arnold has been wood-working his entire life and was en-couraged to share his gift with the community by allowing visitors into his personal workshop to make their own cutting boards from wood pieces of Walnut, Cherry, Sapele, Hickory, Maple, Padauk, Purple Heart, and Oak glued to-gether and sanded. The cutting boards can then be personalized with laser engraving and handles can be added if you want to create a charcuterie board or serving tray. I was excited to have my girls’ home from college this summer to join me along with some of my girlfriends to make our own. None of us had ever made anything like this from scratch. Ed was a phenomenal, patient teacher who guided us step by step from lay-ing out our color selections to how to work the sander - which was strangely therapeutic and had a bit of an ASMR feel. We each took such pride at our craftsmanship and enjoyed our chat time while we waited for the glue to dry. Once the drying was complete, we had the option to personalize our cutting boards with handles to create a serving tray, as well as add laser engraving. The creative appeal of this project to add something so personal such as a meaningful quote from dad, an inspirational message, sorority Greek letters, or a family name was the icing on the cake. You can choose words, symbols, photos, really anything – if you can dream, you can build it! Ed shared with us a grandmother’s handwritten recipe that was lasered onto a cutting board which gave a whole new meaning to serving up family tradition. We each felt such great pride with our labor of love, and I would highly recommend this as a family project, date night, group activity, GNO, etc…. Overview Make your own cutting board using your choice of wood pieces of Walnut, Cherry, Sapele, Hickory, Maple, Padauk, Purple Heart, and Oak glued together and sanded. The cutting boards can be personalized with laser engraving and handles can be added if you want to create a char-cuterie board or serving tray. Hands on fun! Ed’s Laser Engraving 54 Riverwood Drive, Oswego (630) 999-5461 www.edsurns.com/make-your-own-cutting-board Hours: By appointment Monday through Saturday Price $: Varies based on product selected. ABOUT THE WRITER Naperville mom Kristen Kucharski graduated from Illinois State Uni-versity in 1992 with an International Business Degree. She 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. Read her past columns at www.glancermagazine.com/bloggersby Kristen Kucharski Photos Submitted MOM’S little black book

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FAMILY FUNNAPERVILLE GET YOUR WHIRLY ON! Make Your Reservation Today NAPERVILLE- From friendly competition and entertainment to exceptional food and drink, WhirlyBall Naperville provides the perfect venue for all ages and occasions. The two-story “eater-tainment” complex features a variety of activities including Whir-lyBall, LaserTag, HyperBowling and bowling plus private event spaces for groups of any size. Round out your event with cus-tomized menus featuring The Pivot Room’s selection of elevated American fare and 24 rotating craft beer taps. Book your event today! Whirlyball Naperville 3103 Oddyssey, Naperville (630) 932-4800 • www.whirlyball.com SoFun!Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 35

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NNEEWW KKIITTCCHHEENNHOMEWERKS View 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 HOME DESIGN + DECOR38 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine

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NEW KITCHENHOME DESIGN + DECORHOME DECOR Trend + Relic Offers More than Just Home Decor tST. 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 vintage and new. Many of the treasures that you will find at trend + relic have been handcrafted including jewelry, candles, furni-ture & art and they have a variety of clothing & accessories, too. Each of the wonderfully talented mer-chants 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, design, staging and paint-ing 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, including girls night out boutique events trend + relic, 1501 Indiana Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois • (630) 803-5253 • www.trendandrelic.com Shop St. CharlesGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 39

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by Mindy Kyle Photos SubmittedKristen Kainrath Gaia’s Gifts: A-Z 26 Life Lessons from Mother Earth NAPERVILLE–Being an elementary educator for three dec-ades, Naperville author, Kristen Kainrath passionately be-lieves there is nothing more important than self-confidence, self-worth, strength, compassion, empathy, grace and grat-itude. Combining those attributes with her profound love and connection to nature became the catalyst for Gaia’s Gifts: A-Z 26 Life Lessons from Mother Earth, a self-reflection journal connecting lessons that can be learned from nature and ap-plied to one’s life. “I connected each letter of the alphabet with something from nature and connected it with a life lesson,” says Kristen. “For example, A is the lesson of the Acorn and cracking through your outer shell to emerge, flourish.” These lessons present the opportunity for the reader to deeply reflect on the miracles of nature and within themselves. Along with her other achievements, Kristen has recently begun leading spiritual retreats and leading meditations, cre-ating experiences for people to connect to the natural world and help find their soul’s purpose, heal trauma and any as-pects related to lack of self-worth. Currently, Gaia’s Gifts: A-Z 26 Life Lessons from Mother Earth can be found on Amazon and at Peace in Naperville. KNOW A LOCAL AUTHOR? We’d Love to Meet Them! Introduce Us at editorial@glancermagazine.comLITERAARRYYlocal40 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine

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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 re-sults oriented When she is hired to list a home she gains much of the marketing inspiration from her sellers when she asks “ what do you love about your home?” From there she designs high end cus-toms booklets with professional photography & drone shots, de-scriptions of updates, & develops unique ways to target the right buyers on the internet. Restyling her listings with professional stag-ing , 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 thriv-ing Spring market~ Call luxury listing agent Susan Colella anytime to discuss your real estate goals for 2021. Susan Colella, Baird & Warner, (630) 946-3813Susan ColellaREAL ESTATEGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 41

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IgniteHope Candles Wheaton/Glen Ellyn September is typically the month to “Go Gold” for pedia-tric cancer awareness, but as we all know, there are many types of cancers that strike every age. When cancer sur-vivor and IgniteHope co-founder and president, Jenna Lindman was in the middle of her battle, she often struggled with depression and loneli-ness. Although she deeply appreciated the support of her family and friends, there was something incredibly special about someone beyond her closest network of people reaching out to her. “I felt empowered and in-spired in the darkest days of my journey by these kind words from strangers,” says Jenna. “I wanted to bring this uplifting feeling to others.” Along with her now husband, Patrick Lopardo and friend, Tino Spears, the group came up with the idea to make candles that would have messages of inspiration hidden throughout the wax and are discovered as the candle burns. Jenna’s friend and CPA, Kristy Young, later joined the organization to help expand their efforts and implement new ideas. For the last five years, IgniteHope has sent out thousands of candles to cancer warriors, cancer survivors and cancer caregivers. Last year alone, they sent out over 556 care packages that in-cluded the inspirational candle. Before COVID hit, IgniteHope co-hosted socials at cancer resource centers with Imerman Angels, the American Cancer Society, Lemons of Love and Albums of Hope. These events in-vited cancer warriors to pick up care packages, share their stories and connect with one another. They also hosted candle making classes at centers like Gilda’s Club, Livingwell and Wellness House. “Although we have had to temporarily halt these events, we can’t wait to get back to these ac-tivities when it is safe to do so,” says Jenna. The organization’s website has a page where they en-courage anyone and every-one with a cancer warrior to nominate them to receive a care package. Although they sell the same candles on their website to help fundraise for the program, they are currently in the middle of a move and had to temporarily pause the sales. “We will be up again soon,” says Jenna, “but we can still fulfill any do-nation requests.” For more information on Ignite Hope, donating to their cause or to nominate a cancer warrior, visit www.ignitehopecandles.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 vet-eran 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 dog in the land. VIEW MINDY’S MONTHLY COLUMN AT www.GlancerMagazine.com/to-give-to-inspireOrganization’s Website Encourages Anyone and Everyone with a Cancer Warrior In their Lives to Nominate them to Receive an Extra Special Car Package CARING + SHARINGGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 43

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SHOPPING + STYLESEASONAL MUST-HAVES Jeans and a Cute Top Shop Invites You In WHEATON & ST. CHARLES–So many LOVE Jeans and a Cute Top Shop, a women's contemporary apparel boutique in downtown Wheaton and St. Charles. Residents travel from all over Chicagoland to shop this unique boutique. The Wheaton store also features a curated pre-loved collection of boutique brands that have been "bought back" from their customers and resell for $10-$40. If you have gently worn items, just a few years old, from respected boutiques or clothing stores, bring to the Wheaton store. If accepted, we pay $5 Cute Cash for each item. Cute Cash can be redeemed in any Jeans and a Cute Top Shop. How fun is that? Visit the shop in Wheaton or St. Charles or shop online today. Summer 2021 is here. Be sure you are fashion ready.Photos by Mike Catuara www.jeansandacutetopshop.com Fall Style!44 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineExpires 9-30-21

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CREATIVE MARKETING STRATEGIES PENNY O’BRIEN – One word that consistently comes to clients’ minds when they think of Penny O’Brien is “hustle.” As a Seller Representative Specialist, she loves meeting with sellers to discuss pre-market home improvements and guide them to make their home “showtime ready” when it hits the market. She strongly believes in professional staging and offers it as a complimentary service. With a reputation for “good-looking listings,” she helps clients realize a higher return and quicker sale. Penny says “Staging transforms a home from average to amazing”. Penny O'Brien Broker Relocation Specialist / Negotiation Expert (630) 207-7001 • penny.obrien@bairdwarner.com Read Penny’s Local Industry Expert Column at www.GlancerMagazine.com PPeennnnyy OO’’BBrriieenn46 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine

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DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE More Growth for Trending Downtown Area DOWNERS GROVE–The variety of small businesses, amazing owners and community support makes downtown Downers Grove the destination it is today. Downtown Downers Grove is continuing to welcome new busi-nesses! In the past month DTDG has welcomed Eiffel Waffle at 1028 Curtiss, Ry-bell’s Blow Dry Bar at 5221 Main Street, Enjoy Your Dog Training at 5117B Main Street & Equitable College Counseling at 5117B Main Street. its Annual Fine Arts Festival will be held September 11-12, 2021. Shop the talented juried artists of a variety of mediums that will line Main Street. Make sure to visit the variety of boutiques, cafes and restaurants while here. DTDG restaurants and cafes can please every taste bud. Th extended out-door dining offers many alfresco options in addition to indoor, delivery and pick-up. Learn more about downtown Downers Grove and its Fine Arts Festival online today! Mark your calendar for Girls’ Day Out Sept. 30th! www.downtowndg.org COMMUNITY LIVINGGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 47IN DOWNERS

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FITNESSHEALTH + WELLNESSDR. ALEESHA FISCHER What is Chiropractic? Chiropractic is a healthcare profession that focuses on the spine and other joints of the body, and their connection to the nervous system. The word chiropractic means “to be done by hand.” Chiropractors use adjustments to restore joint function and support the nervous system. Accidents, falls, and postural stress can cause subluxations, which are misaligned verte-brae within the spine from its normal position. Subluxations put pressure on the nerve roots and can decrease function of nerve signals between the body and the brain. Left unresolved, they can lead to chronic con-ditions. The weight of a dime on a spinal nerve can reduce transmission by as much as 60% (Chang Ha Suh, PhD. Spinal Biomechanics Expert). Chiropractic Care at Naperville Chiropractic and Massage also includes soft-tissue therapies, massage, lifestyle recommendations, fitness coach-ing and nutritional advice. Naperville Chiropractice & Massage is located at 47 E. Chicago Avenue, Suite 332-B in Downtown Naperville. September Special!Glancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 49

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SHOPPING + STYLE50 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineWOMAN OWNED A Curated Lifestyle Boutique OSWEGO–A curated lifestyle boutique specializing in timeless furni-ture, home decor, women’s clothing and accessories, gifts, unique vintage finds, and specialty goods from local artisans. Hudson Design House showcases seasonal themes and vignettes throughout the store blending new and vintage aesthetic for a unique and inviting shopping experience. We are located in the heart of downtown Oswego, IL If you are a local artist, maker, or unique dealer and would like to sell your wares, please contact info.hudsondesignhouse@gmail.com LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL OSWEGO ON MAIN STREET 76 Main Street Oswego • Follow on Facebook & Instagram HHOOMMEE DDEECCOORR

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ON TREND ESSENTIALS Visit Online or In North Aurora at Rustic Fox 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. VIST FOR ON TREND ESSENTIALS 1790 Town Centre Dr., North Aurora • Vendor #3 • At the EntranceFall EssentialsSHOPPING + STYLEGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 51

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FAMILY DENTISTRY WITH A WIDE ARRAY OF SERVICES Valley View Dental offers a full array of general dentistry services, cosmetic dentistry, periodontal, dental implants, orthodontics proce-dures, and oral surgery. This includes Invisalign, BOOST Teeth Whitening, CEREC one-day crowns, and same-day emergency visits guaranteed. With a large staff of bi-lingual doctors and staff, on-site labs at each location, extended business and weekend hours, Valley View Dental has the ability to treat patients according to their own schedules and convenience with all Covid-19 precau-tions taken. Stop by and see why others in the community have trusted Valley View Dental for over 20 years. Located In Naperville, Montgomery & Romeoville Valley View Dental • www.vvdental.com DDEENNTTAALLHEALTH + WELLNESS52 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine

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Kid StuffMom & Son Hayride at Blackberry Farm AURORA–Moms and sons can enjoy a night out together at Blackberry Farm. There will be a DJ leading dancing and games. The train, carousel and wagon rid will be open, dinner and drinks will be provided. Dinner will be a hot dog bar, chips, sides and bottle water. All attendees ages 1 and up (including adults) must purchase a ticket. All ticket sales are final. Tickets go on sale August 6, 2021. https://bit.ly/3iLTknq 54 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineHave Fun at Kuipers Farm All Season Long! MAPLE PARK–Take a country drive out to this faily favorite lo-cated in Maple Park. The kids will enjoy apple picking, a ahunted for-est, farm animals, tractors, a jumpy pillow, pig races, a haunted forest and so much more! Mom and dad will love the treats, pump-kins and specialty shop. www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com Fall Fest at Windy Acres Farm September 18-October 31 • 10am-6pm GENEVA–Whether you are staying for an hour or the day, your group will surely make memories that will last a lifetime! We can’t wait to see ya down on our farm. Their apple orchard is one of the best in the area! /windyacresfarmstand.com

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FAMILY TIME56 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineLAST FLING 2021 Naperville Jaycees Last Fling In 2021, the Naperville Jaycees Last Fling is a FREE family-friendly community festival that takes place Labor Day Weekend along the Riverwalk in Downtown Naperville and, for many, is a fun way to say farewell to summer. 16 regional and local musical acts will perform throughout the weekend. Musical Stage headliners are 7th Heaven for Friday (9/3), Hi Infidelity on Saturday (9/4), 16 Candles on Sunday (9/5) and Libido Funk Circus closing out the weekend on Monday (9/6). Although the Last Fling is FREE to attend this year, the Naperville Jaycees are accepting non-perishable and monetary donations at each of the 4 entrances (N,S,E,W) to visit the Business Expo, Food Vendors, exclusive Sponsors’ Tent and Men In Black Pest Con-trol Services Jackson Avenue Stage. A Family Fun Zone will provide family-friendly activities within the Riverwalk Amphithe-ater. Join The City of Naperville and the Naperville Jaycees in celebration of - "Our Frontline Workers" with Edward Hospital Frontline Workers as the Grand Marshal of the 2021 Labor Day Parade on Monday (9/6) at 10AM. Also Monday, the “Jaycees Support Our Troops”, inviting Military Veterans to take part in a complimentary lunch with proper military ID. Additionally, the Last Fling Carnival will be open all weekend long and patrons with spe-cial needs will get exclusive, priority, no-wait seating on Sunday (9/1) (details to follow, wristband and chaperone required). Proceeds from the Last Fling are donated to other nonprofit organizations throughout the community. www.lastfling.org

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FALL FUN 2021 At the Intersection of Fun & Learning! NAPERVILLE–Make a splash in AWEsome Water, create something unique in The Studio, explore the laws of gravity in Make It Move, and more. DuPage Children’s Museum is at the intersection of fun and learning where play leads the way! Kids and adults together have a blast exploring the Museum’s hands-on exhibits, making new discoveries, and creating lasting memories. A new exhibit is coming this October — The Question-eers: Read. Question. Think. PLAY! Everyone can be Scientists like Ada, Engineers like Rosie, Architects like Iggy, and Leaders like Sofia. Plan your visit today! www.dupagechildrens.org AADDVVEENNTTUURREE!!FAMILY TIMEGlancer Magazine • SEPTEMBER 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 57

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EDUCATION58 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer MagazineCCOOLLLLEEGGEE TTIIMMEECAREER 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) 469-6270

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AUTUMN IN AURORA Pumpkin Weekends at Blackberry Farm AURORA–Every fall, just about the time Mother Nature starts to change her outfit, historical Blackberry Farm and its natural beauty plays host to Pumpkin Weekends – a popular, month-long event for families to celebrate the season and add mem-ories to the digital scrapbook. Pumpkin Weekends are held every Saturday and Sunday in Oc-tober, along with Columbus Day, at Blackberry – the Fox Valley Park District’s living history museum, located at 100 S. Barnes Rd. in Aurora. Guests can roam the 52-year-old park, festively decorated in the spirit of pumpkin season, and enjoy unlimited rides on the carousel, hay wagon, ponies, paddle boats and replica steam-engine train. A picnic area will have pumpkins for purchase and an assortment of decorating materials will be provided. www.blackberryfarm.info FFAAMMIILLYY FFUUNN!!FAMILY TIME62 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine

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64 • WESTERN SUBURBS • SEPTEMBER 2021 • Glancer Magazine2. SPECIAL OCCASIONS www.specialoccasions ontheavenue.com BATAVIA–This shop has been charming area res-idents throughout Chica-goland since 2009 as a premiere destination location for beautiful gowns, dresses and evening wear. Guests travel from near and far to ex-perience the selec-tion of their dream dress in person, not just online. Visit their site today and follow in social media for sales & more. 3. THE COLLECTIVE LLE + MAKERY www.thecollectivelhe.com LISLE–This lifestyle boutique is located in the heart of downtown Lisle where you will find home decor, gifts, apparel and accessories. In their Makery, you will create in community while learning a new skill. Follow this local shop in so-cial media and stay connected to their latest arrivals, as well as trending events happening in the shop. 1. VELVET GRACE www.velvetgrace.shop OSWEGO–Wander through their two boutiques which are packed with the unex-pected combinations of home decor, wall art, frames, women’s ap-parel, jewelry, acces-sories, candles, uncommon trinkets and more. They also carry Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® and materials, making this boutique the perfect shopping destination location. Fall is for shopping – and since every community offers something unique, this month we are highlighting some of our reader’s favorite boutiques that have come to know and love on the pages of Glancer Magazine. The western suburban market is filled with many unique boutiques that are perfect for an autumn shopping adventure–map out yours today! Here are 7 Spectacual West Suburban Boutiques You’ll Love3.2.FALL SHOPS READY FOR THE SEASON1.

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2021 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 774. TREND + RELIC www.trendandrelic.com ST. CHARLES–This unique multi-vendor marketplace has carefully selected experienced merchants who are artisans, builders, refinishers and painters, each offering the most spe-cial items to adorn your homes. he talented merchants work hard to create and curate unique items, both vintage and new. 6. JEANS & A CUTE TOP SHOP www.jeansandacutetopshop.com WHEATON & ST. CHARLES–This women's contemporary apparel boutique in downtown Wheaton and St. Charles is loved by many! Visit for the latest styles and trends with 20% off one item when you mention Glancer. The Whea-ton store also features a curated pre-loved collection of boutique brands that have been "bought back" from their customers and avialble for just $10-$40. 5. NONA JO’S wwww.nonajos.com NAPERVILLE– Find unique home decor, eclectic gifts, and in-home design stylists. Shop for unique pieces to add unrivaled character to your home. There are so many treasures that you'll find at this home accessory boutique located on Mill Street behind Naperville North High School. They also offer interior design services and cus-tom window treatments and a large array of florals.7. LONDON SKYE www.londonskye.com NAPERVILLE–This independent contemporary fashion & apparel boutique offers a mix of clothing, accessories, and gifts for both men & women with brands sourced domesti-cally and across the globe. London Sye focuses on high-quality unique items you can’t find in other local shops. Located in the Water Street District Downtown Naperville. 7 SPECTACULAR LIST7.5.4.6.

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