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needy children overseas. Drop off items at either South Park Church in Park Ridge or Crossroads Church in Grayslake. Visit online for complete info. Samaritanspurse.org. Illinois Audubon Society Lake/Cook Chapter Meeting Nov. 20, 7pm. Local gull enthusiast Amar Ayyash presents “Gull ID 101: Learning Your Larus Species.” Receive ID tips for Chicagoland’s most common gulls, along with plenty of gull stories in preparation for winter arrivals. Heller Nature Center, 2821 CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

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WhatsHappeningOnline.com CALENDAR, PAGE 3 Ridge Road, Highland Park; 847-831-0331; lakecookaudubon.org. Veg Chicago: From Weird to Mainstream Nov. 25, 10:30am. Veteran vegan chef, recipe creator, restaurant owner and columnist Kay Stepkin describes her work, telling tales of the city’s healthy history. Coffee hour follows the program. Childcare is available. 7574 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie; 847-677-3334; ethicalhuman.org. Covenant Village Musical Program Nov. 25, 4pm. Watch on the big screen as Daniel Barenboim, the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra and a chorus present an afternoon of beautiful music, featuring Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 9.” Covenant Village of Northbrook, 2625 Techny Road; 847-480-6380; covenantnorthbrook.org.

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produced great estates like Downton, and why radical changes were inevitable. $15. Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave.; ocww.bizland.com. Fast Track Your Search Efforts with LinkedIn Nov. 29, 1:30-3:30pm. Michael Yublosky of JEM Consulting shows how to take advantage of new techniques and applications with LinkedIn. Learn how recruiters search for applicants, new ways to search out companies and how to leverage profiles. $10/NM. Career Resource Center, Inc. Grove Cultural Campus, 40 E. Old Mill Road, Suite 105, Lake Forest; 847-295-5626; careerresourcecenter.org. The Inside Show Juried Art Festival Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 4-8pm (Fri) and 10am-5pm (Sat-Sun). This winter juried art festival features gifts of art for home and holiday, showcasing 40 acclaimed artists. Mediums include ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, sculpture, paintings, drawings, photography and more. Highland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Avenue West; 847-926-4300; amdurproductions.com.

Glenkirk Seeks Program Book Sponsors Nov. 26, 3-9pm. Glenkirk is participating in the Kids’ Heart of Glenview – “Dinner and a Movie” event, taking place at the Glen 10 Regal Theatres. Proceeds directly support individuals with intellectual disabilities in residential, vocational and day programs. Sponsors are needed for the program books, with half-page, full-page and “Charity Heart Sponsor” opportunities (includes print and online media, plus screen exposure between movies) available. Sponsorships are taxdeductible. $300, $500 and $1,000. 847-504-2733.

The Winter Boutique Arts and Crafts Fair Dec. 1, 10am-4pm. This annual event features an arts and crafts fair, bake sale, community drum circle and raffle items. Proceeds benefit the students of District 73 and the John Powers Center. Hawthorn Middle School South, 600 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills; pto. hawthorn73.org/winterboutique

Anshe Tikvah Adult Education Nov. 26, 7:30-8:30pm. “The Kabbalah of Giving Thanks” explores the spiritual tradition of Thanksgiving. Learn to call upon the angels and count your blessings. Registration required. Email for location. 847-917-7726; robjury@anshetikvah.org.

The Chicago Lighthouse Holiday Bazaar Dec. 1, 12-5pm. Eat, shop and share festivity and fun at this holiday gift bazaar, which features more than 25 vendors. Choose from gifts for men, women, children, employers and more. Refreshments will be served. 15 percent of proceeds benefit TCL programs

Chicago Botanic Garden Holiday Wreath Workshop Nov. 27, 10am-12pm. Program specialist Nancy Clifton shows how to make a traditional evergreen wreath to grace the home this holiday season. Learn how to cut and assemble greens, including balsam, white pine, arborvitae and boxwood. Participants should bring garden gloves, pruners and a box for finished projects (all other materials included). $79/NM, 20 percent off for members. 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe; 847-835-8261; chicagobotanic.org/school College of Lake County Middle East Lecture Nov. 28, 12-1pm. CLC Surgical Technology Instructor Soheila Kayoud presents “History of Iranian Women’s Movement.” College of Lake County, T332, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake; 847-543-2000; clcillinois.edu.

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Hadassah Youth Aliyah Fundraiser Nov. 28, 12pm. Wilmette Hadassah of the North Shore Chapter holds its annual Youth Aliyah Fundraiser. Leah Polin, former executive director of the Dawn Shuman Institute, presents “Six Jewish Women Who Changed Medicine and Benefited the World.” Registration required. Wildfire Restaurant, 1300 Patriot Drive, Glenview; 847-205-1900; northshore.hadassah.org. Art in the Moment: Unexpected Art Nov. 28, 2-3:30pm. Departing from more traditional methods of making art, the work of artists who dared to express ideas outside the norm is explored at this CJE SeniorLife event. Later, participants engage in a surprising community art project. Registration required. $30/pair. Weinberg Community for Senior Living, 1551 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield; 773-508-1117; cje.net. Off Campus Writers’ Workshop Nov. 29, 9:30am-12pm. Landscape historian Barbara Geiger presents “Downton Abbey.” Learn about the landscape designers, land ownership patterns, and inheritance laws that

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St. Philip Lutheran Church Kids’ Advent Workshop Dec. 1, 1-3:30pm. Ages 3-10 are invited to enjoy Advent crafts, songs, stories and snacks (older kids welcome to help). 1609 Pﬁngsten Road, Glenview; 847-998-1946; stphilip.info.

Our Lady of the Brook Bake and Craft Sale Dec. 8 and 9. Our Lady of the Brook Catholic Parish hosts its holiday bake and craft sale. Homemade baked goods and handmade crafts are offered for sale after all the Masses, as well as from 2-4pm Dec. 8. Enter a rafﬂe for a single-needle, queen-size, handmade Amish quilt. The drawing takes place at 12:30pm Dec. 9 (winner need not be present). $5 rafﬂe tickets. 3700 Dundee Road, Northbrook; 847-272-5686; olbparish.org.

St. Philip the Apostle Christmas Pancake Breakfast Dec. 2, 8am-12pm. Features all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. Take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy Santa’s Workshop, bake sale goodies and a rafﬂe. $6, free for children under 3. 1980 Old Willow Road, Northﬁeld.

Congregation Beth Shalom Hanukah Party Dec. 9, 4:30-5:30pm. This event is billed as a special time for families with special needs. Enjoy music and sing-a-longs, dreidel games/ prizes, candle lighting, stories, latkes and jelly donuts. Registration required by Nov. 28. 3433 Walters Ave., Northbrook; 847-498-4100; bethshalomnb.org.

The Internet’s Effect on Adoption Dec. 2, 9:30-11:30am. Project Esther: The Chicago Jewish Adoption Network presents “Untangling the Web: How the Internet has Transformed Adoption…and Our Lives.” The Internet is changing the way families are adopting children, professionals practice, and the process of “search and reunion.” Featuring Adam Pertman, Executive Director of the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute and author of “Adoption Nation.” $10, $15 at the door, $10 for CEUs. Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah, 3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette; 847-745-5408; jcfs.org.

Chicago Lighthouse Vision Rehab Center Lecture Dec. 11, 4-5pm. Dr. Stuart Richer, OD, PhD, FAAO discusses Vitamin D in health and prevention of illness and eye disease. Vitamin D deﬁciency is associated with numerous medical conditions, the common cold and winter mortality. Registration required. 222 Waukegan Road, Glenview; 847-510-2054; chicagolighthouse.org.

and services. TCL Vision Rehabilitation Center, 222 Waukegan Road, Glenview; 847510-6200; chicagolighthouse.org/north

Nice Dogs 4 Nice Families Rescue Charity Bingo Dec. 2, 2-6pm. Win prizes, enter a silent auction, and enjoy a bake sale and hors d’oeuvres. Proceeds go towards spaying, neutering, vaccinations and other veterinary care services. Registration required. All ages welcome. $15, free for 12 and under. Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W. Church St.; 847-456-8198; nicedogs4nicefamilies.org. Glenview Senior Center Holiday Craft Sale Dec. 3 and 4, 10am-2pm. The sale features American Girl doll clothes, hats and scarves, wreaths, ornaments, stuffed animals, cards, quilts and more. Park Center lobby, 2400 Chestnut St., Glenview. Highland Park Juried Art Contest Dec. 8, 10am-2pm. Sponsored by the Highland Park Cultural Arts Commission, “Art is Alive in Highland Park” features four categories – elementary, middle, high school students and adults. Highland Park residents may bring in one work for consideration. Finalists and winners are selected for a January 2013 exhibition. The Art Center Highland Park, 1957 Sheridan Road; 847-432-1888; theartcenterhp.org. Glen Town Center Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus Dec. 8, 9-11am. Enjoy classic holiday traditions at this annual event, featuring breakfast catered by Eggsperience Restaurant and photo opportunities with Santa. Registration required. The Book Market at Hangar One, 2651 Navy Blvd., Glenview; 847-724-2025; theglentowncenter.com. Or Simcha Chanukah Café Kumzits Dec. 8, 7:30pm. Mark your calendar for this evening of song and story, schmooze and blues. Master musician Benyamin Herst and Open Mic (led by Steve Kaiser) return by popular demand. Wilmette Community Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Road; 847-410-2066; orsimcha.com. Re-invent Gallery Dual Art Show Thru Dec. 8. “Lost and Found: Industrial Sculptures and Photographic Studies” features the works of professional ironworker Steven Gallagher and strategic business consultant Jason Bennett Harris. See everything from animal sculptures to multimedia offerings. 202 E. Wisconsin, Lake Forest; 224-544-5961; reinventlf.com.

Glenview Gardeners Holiday Pot Luck Dec. 11, 7pm. Glenview Gardeners host a Holiday Pot Luck Party for their December meeting. Open to men and women interested in all aspects of gardening. 2050 Claire Court, Glenview; 847-724-2286; glenviewgardeners.org. Winnetka Holiday Artisan Fair Dec. 12, 11am-8pm. Features more than 50 artisans and fair trade vendors and wine bar from 5-8pm. Proceeds benefit END POLIO NOW and the Winnetka-Northfield Rotary Charitable Foundation. Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave.; winnetkaartisanfair.com. Winnetka Community House Breakfast with Santa Dec. 15, 8:30-11am. Families are invited to a breakfast buffet and photos with Santa. Create personalized crafts and take home a goody bag. Registration required. $20. Matz Hall, 620 Lincoln Ave.; 847-446-0537; winnetkacommunityhouse.org. Toys for Tots Benefit Concert Dec. 15, 7pm. Soprano Tricia Melzer Swaydrak and a vocal ensemble of her friends from Glenview Community Church perform at this 19th anniversary holiday concert. Bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Members of the U.S. Marine Corps make a special appearance. GCC, 1000 Elm St.; 847-724-2210; gccucc.org. Glenview Community Church Do-It-Yourself Messiah Dec. 22, 7:30pm. Enjoy and/or join in the singing of G.F. Handel’s “Messiah” and holiday carols at this inaugural event, featuring the GCC Chancel Choir, soloists and Waukegan Symphony Orchestra. 1000 Elm St.; 847-724-2210; gccucc.org. Lake Forest College Cuban Photography Exhibition Thru Dec. 12. “In the Light of Cuban Eyes” features pieces from the Madeleine P. Plonsker Collection of Cuban Photography, a gift of Madeleine P. and Harvey R. Plonsker to Lake Forest College. Photographs in the collection will also be used in academic disciplines across the campus. Sonnenschein Gallery, Durand Art Institute, 555 N. Sheridan Road; 847-735-5194; lakeforest.edu. The Art Center HP Juried Exhibition Thru Dec. 30. Imagine a sanctuary that CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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Tour Guide and urban archaeologist Jerome O’Connor guides you thru several sophisticated locales, usually off-limits to the public. $8/M, $10/NM. Morton Grove Campus.

ACTIVITIES Men’s Club Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am. Women and guests are welcome. + Nov. 20, Rising Up from Indian Country: The Battle of Fort Dearborn and the Birth of Chicago with Professor Ann Keating. + Nov. 27, Election Analysis with WMAQTV’s Mary Ann Ahern. Our Love is Here to Stay: A Performance by Laura Freeman Nov. 20, 1-2:30pm. This tribute to George Gershwin features “Summertime,” “You Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You” and many others. $9/M, $11/NM. Morton Grove Campus. News, Jews and Deja Views Nov. 26-Dec. 10, 10-11:30am (Mondays). Leah Polin looks at issues and happenings occurring and reoccurring in the Jewish world, considering their impact on life in America and Israel. $29/M, $35/NM. Forensic DNA Testing: Landmark Cases Nov. 26, 1-2:30pm. Hal Tinberg’s lecture describes the invention of DNA fingerprinting and various applications developed in the U.K., now in use around the world. $9/M, $11/NM.

Yankee History of New England Nov. 28, 10-11:30am. Writer, college teacher, historian and world traveler Lisa Didier leads a discussion of Colonial New England history, as examined thru the word “Yankee.” $9/M, $11/NM. The Stories of Thomas Hardy Nov. 28, 12:30-3:30pm. Whether describing ill-matched lovers or the rivalry between a good man and a villain, Hardy is one of the greatest English storytellers. Led by Donna Rosenberg. $10/M, $12/NM. Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman Nov. 28, 1-2pm. In character, Jenny Riddle reviews Robert Massie’s intriguing new biography of Catherine the Great. $12/M, $15/NM. Global Hot Spots Nov. 29-Dec. 13, 9:30-11:30am (Thursdays). Jim Kenney looks at a selection of global locations, examining new challenges, dangers, opportunities and realities. $30/M, $36/NM. Abraham Lincoln on Film Nov. 29, 1-2:30pm. Steve Frenzel explores the life and times of our 16th president thru a collection of clips from films such as “Young Mr. Lincoln” and “Birth of a Nation,” among others. $9/M, $11/NM.

Scanning and Organizing your Documents Nov. 27, 10am-12pm. Steve Rosengard teaches how to scan and organize receipts, documents and photographs in a secure environment. $10/M, $15/NM.

U.S. Presidential Election Results Nov. 30, 10-11:30am. Keki R. Bhote leads a discussion of the election results, focusing on various scenarios. $9/M, $11/NM.

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Learn about green energy and other related topics at 1pm Dec. 11 at the NSSC. Nov. 30, 1-2pm. Enjoy jazz and Dixieland standards, along with show tunes, waltzes, polkas and more. $10/M, $12/NM. Big Band Memories Dec. 7, 1-2:30pm. Steve Cooper plays favorites on the trumpet. Enjoy videos and anecdotes featuring the best big bands and singers of all time. $9/M, $11/NM. Understanding Your Energy Purchasing Choices Dec. 11, 1-3pm. Representatives from the Citizens Utility Board explain your energy purchasing choices in this presentation. Learn about new suppliers, green energy and saving strategies. Morton Grove Campus. We Need to Talk: Family Conversations with Older Drivers Dec. 17, 2:45-3:45pm. Om Johari gives

practical tips and guidance on how to recognize warning signs and develop a plan to begin talking about driving retirement. $7/M, $9/NM. TRIPS “Singin’ in the Rain” at Drury Lane Theater Nov. 29, 10:30am-5pm. Based on the classic Gene Kelly film. Includes lunch. $89/M, $105/NM. Departs from both campuses. Winter Wonderettes at Pheasant Run Resort Dec. 6, 10:30am-5:30pm. This holiday musical features ’60s hits like “Santa Baby,” “Jingle Bell Rock” and more. Includes lunch. $89/M, $105/NM. Departs from Morton Grove Campus. North Shore Senior Center, 161 Northfield Road, Northfield; 847-784-6030; nssc.org. CALENDAR, PAGE 5 is yours alone in which you find peace, comfort and solace. TAC invites the community to take part in Sacred Spaces, sharing works in all mediums that honor or illustrate this place of sacred significance, whether it be traditional, physical, spiritual or otherwise. The Art Center Highland Park, 1957 Sheridan Road; 847-432-1888; theartcenterhp.org.

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Illinois Holocaust Museum Special Exhibition Thru Jan. 6. “Spies, Traitors and Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America,” a creation of the International Spy Museum, offers an unprecedented perspective into stories of espionage, treason and deception. At interactive stations following the themes of the exhibition – revolution, sabotage, hate, radicalism, world war, subversion, protest, extremism, and terrorism – visitors are able to record their opinions on issues of national security and civil liberties. Free with Museum admission. 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie; 847-967-4800; ilholocaustmuseum.org. Deerfield Golf Club Ladies Only League May 15-Aug. 28. Sign up now for the Deerfield Golf Club and Learning Center’s new Tuesday Evening Ladies Only League. The 15-week, nine-hole golf league features 4:30pm tee times and a two-woman team format. All league players receive low Twi-Light greens fees for the entire golf season. $45. 847-572-2682; jmccormick@ deerfieldgolf.org. Highland Park Music Club Openings The Choral Ensemble of the Highland Park Music Club has a few openings for women who love to sing. Repertoire includes a wide variety of music from classical to pop. Singers must be able to attend Wednesday morning rehearsals and concerts in December and April. 847-951-2739.

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ADULTS Theater D “Leading Ladies” Auditions Dec. 6 and 8, 7pm (Thu) and 1pm (Sat). Ages 18 and older are invited to audition for the March 2013 production of “Leading Ladies,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Kate Jordan. Callbacks take place at 1pm Dec. 9. The comedy follows two English actors performing Shakespeare in Pennsylvania’s Amish country. Jewett Park Community Center. Statewide Recognition for Park District Volunteers and Supporters Out of numerous individuals and businesses nominated and considered for statewide recognition by the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD), Deerfield Park District volunteer Susan Redondo and local business owners/supporters Debbie, Karly and Katie Scherer of Il Forno Pizza and Pasta received awards in two distinct categories. Each year, IAPD bestows “Best of the Best” Awards on individuals, groups, businesses and others who are deemed to have made the most significant contributions to public agencies providing recreation, park, conservation and related services among nine unique categories. The Scherers/ Il Forno Pizza and Pasta won First Place in the “Best Friend of Illinois Parks / Small Business” category. First Runner-Up was a Bloomingdale area business and Second Runner-Up was a business in Will County. In the “Outstanding Citizen Volunteer of the Year Award” category, volunteer Susan Redondo took the First Runner-Up Award. First Place in that category went to a couple nominated by Mundelein Park and Recreation District and Second Runner-Up went to an individual nominated by Urbana Park District. The Deerfield Park District nominated the Il Forno Family/Owners for their many levels of support for a variety of programs and events of the Park District and Foundation. Redondo’s nomination recognized her volunteerism in many capacities for Deerfield Park District’s Coho Swim Club in the late ’70s and ’80s. In the ’90s, Susan volunteered with the Children’s Theater of Deerfield. Beginning with the formation of Deerfield Family Theater in 2000 and continuing today – as she and the cast and crew prepare for the November performances of “The King and I” – Susan has served as producer and mentor to many. Deerfield Park District Executive Director Rick Julison says, “Our Park Board believes that volunteers are one of our single most important assets in providing quality programming. We congratulate this year’s IAPD Award winners and extend our appreciation to the hundreds of volunteers,

Social Service Appointments Mondays, 9am-5pm and Thursdays, 9am-1pm (Melissa Versch, 847-572-2655); Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9am-5pm (Margie Fischer, 847-572-2658). Appointments are free and confidential. Mah Jongg Instruction Mondays, 9:30am-12pm or 7-9:30pm. Bring a Mah Jongg card, and a set if possible. $65/R, $95/NR. SHIP First Mondays and second and fourth Tuesdays, 10am-12pm. Volunteers answer questions about medical bills and Medicare. Registration required, except on Mondays. Open Mah Jongg Mondays and Fridays, 12-4pm. Bring a Mah Jongg set. Members only.

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sponsors, donors and other supporters who contribute to the success of our agency’s programs and services. And finally, we congratulate Rick Patinkin, for the IAPD’s Fifteen Years’ Service Award he received for his ongoing voluntary commitment as Commissioner for Deerfield Park District.”

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Student Fitness Holiday Special Deerfield’s Sachs Recreation Center offers an incentive for students to stay in shape during the winter/holiday break – 30-day fitness membership for $30. Sign up anytime during December. Sachs Recreation Center General Manager Tony Korzyniewski says, “Our Winter Break/ Student Holiday Fitness Membership deal has been a real popular item over the past year or two. It makes a great gift as well.” To register, students must be 16 or older, present a valid student ID and pay the membership fee at time of enrollment. Membership privileges include use of cardiovascular training equipment, strength resistance equipment and free weights, fullservice locker room including towel service, use of steam rooms, use of jogging track, free use of pool and gymnasiums during scheduled open sessions, and free drop-in group exercise classes (such as Zumba, Pilates, Yoga and Aerobics). Inspire Others Through Fitness and Wellness Deerfield Park District’s Sachs Recreation

Center invites everyone to submit their own “fitness photo,” depicting them doing a sport, fitness, or related physical activity, to photos@sachsreccenter.org. Help inspire others to increase their levels of fitness, wellness and health. Participants may also suggest an inspiring quote or saying related to fitness. Digital Media Coordinator Chris Varner takes your photo, integrates an appropriate tagline and makes it into a motivational “electronic poster.” Be an inspiration for everyone on Facebook – facebook.com/ SachsRecreationCenter – then “Like” and “Share” your inspirational poster with friends and family. Photos are also shown online at sachsreccenter.org. For more info, contact Varner at chris@deerfieldparks.org. Deerfield Park Board of Commissioners Seeks Applicants for Recreation Advisory Committee The Deerfield Park District currently has openings on the Recreation Advisory Committee. Involvement on an Advisory Committee provides a meaningful opportunity for residents to get involved for the benefit of their community, without needing to run for elected office. Applications are available online and at Jewett Park Community Center. Deerfield Park District, 836 Jewett Park Drive; 847-945-0650; dfpd.org.

Ping Pong Tuesday and Friday afternoons (check the center’s calendar). Members only. Duplicate Bridge Wednesdays, 10:30am-2:30pm; Thursdays, 7-11pm. For serious bridge players. $9/M, $10/NM (per session). Life After Loss Second and fourth Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm. This support group is for adults grieving the loss of an adult loved one within the last three years. Includes clinician-led discussions. Hummers and Strummers Thursdays, 12:45pm. An all-ukulele singing band. Members only. $25. Sit and Knit Thursdays, 1-4pm. Members only. Book-A-Month Group Fridays, 10:30am. Registration required. Book Club Fridays. Discuss a literary work as read by the members of the center. Ages 50+. Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St., Deerfield; 847-940-4010; pattyturnercenter.org.

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How Exercise Can Help Teens and Young Adults with ADHD Regular physical exercise has important benefits for both the mind and the body. Exercise has been proven to help people control weight, combat chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and diabetes, improve sleep and boost overall energy level. Exercise has also been shown to improve mood Dr. Michael Clatch and overall mental health. While these benefits can be acquired by anyone who engages in regular physical activity, for teens and young adults that have attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), exercise may provide a host of other benefits that can help reduce symptoms and improve the individual’s overall quality of life. One of the principal hallmarks of ADHD, especially in adolescents and young adults, is the inability to focus or pay attention. Challenges in this area can lead to a plethora of changes in mental state. Because of the difficulty focusing that people with ADHD experience, many believe that they are not able to engage in certain tasks, or if they do try new things they will fail. This situation is one that can markedly impact the ability of the individual to succeed and seek out new or challenging opportunities. For teens and young adults who should be engaged in and actively exploring their external worlds, these issues can have significant implications. This includes the development of comorbid mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Based on this description of ADHD and

the benefits of exercise, it is possible to see where some overlaps occur. Exercise improves overall mood. For adolescents and young adults struggling with ADHD, exercise may help prevent the development of mental health problems. If these issues are already present, exercise may stabilize mood and reduce symptoms of both anxiety and depression. While these benefits are obvious, there are other benefits of exercise for young adults with ADHD. In particular, exercise may boost activity in regions of the brain associated with attention. Exercise typically results in the release of neurochemicals such as dopamine and norepinephrine. These chemicals can stimulate parts of the brain responsible for attention and concentration. Thus, by engaging in regular exercise adolescents and young adults may be able to boost their attention and focus. Adolescents and young adults with ADHD also have difficulty with executive functioning. Executive functioning refers to the ability of a person to control behavior. Impulsivity is a challenging issue for many people with ADHD. Although adolescents and young adults with ADHD often develop coping mechanisms to deal with impulsivity issues, there are instances in which impulsivity can create problems. Regular exercise can help stimulate areas of the brain that are responsible for executive functioning. In particular, exercise has been shown to stimulate parts of the frontal cortex. Stimulation in this area makes it possible for people to evaluate their behavior and to consider the consequences of their decisionmaking. Stimulation of these areas of the brain continues even hours after exercise. Thus, regular exercise may promote consistency in impulse control for the person with ADHD.

The changes that occur in the brain as a result of exercise are similar to those that occur when certain ADHD medications are used. Although exercise may not be a complete substitute for medication, it can provide a healthy alternative that may enable adolescents or young adults to decrease the dosage of their medication. In addition, regular engagement in physical activity will provide all of the benefits that come along with exercise. For adolescents and young adults with this condition, exercise can also promote healthy self-esteem. This may help in coping with fear of failure, or the belief that you will not be able to succeed. Given the potential outcomes, there is strong support for using exercise as a complement to other therapies used for the treatment of ADHD. The amount of physical activity that you will need to achieve these benefits will vary depending on your age, body type and

severity of your ADHD symptoms. Although there are no firm recommendations for using exercise as a complementary therapy in the treatment of ADHD, you should strive to get 30 minutes of moderate to intense physical activity at least four days per week. This level of exercise is recommended for all adolescents and young adults seeking to garner the typical benefits of regular exercise, e.g., maintaining and healthy weight, preventing disease, etc. When selecting exercises, you should consider your preferences and what you enjoy doing. Any activity that you enjoy and that elevates your heart rate or builds muscle will be good for you. Dr. Clatch practices at the Courage to Connect Therapeutic Center, 2400 Ravine Way, Suite 600, Glenview. For more info, call 847-347-5757 or visit couragetoconnecttherapy.com.

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1. Mary Johnson of Kenilworth won a fournight stay for two at the Westin Casuarina Resort and Spa in the Grand Cayman Islands during the Party on the Parkway, held Sept. 27 to kick off this year’s fundraising activities for the Kenilworth United Fund. The event raised more than $3,000, bringing together local businesses with area restaurants that provided food as neighbors walked from one location to the next.

3. Christina “Christy” Bouris has joined Winnetka Covenant Church as Youth Pastor, following her graduation from North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago with a Master of Divinity with high honors and a career that has so far included serving as Director of Youth and Discipleship at Trinity Covenant Church in Lexington, Mass., among other positions. Bouris will lead ministry activities for junior and high school youth.

2. The Northbrook and Deerfield rotary clubs are collecting winter coats for their annual “Coat Off Your Back” campaign. Gently used coats may be placed in bins located throughout Northbrook – including the Northbrook Public Library, Northbrook Village Hall, Northbrook Post Office, the North Suburban YMCA, Sunset Foods, Whole Foods, Mission Hills, Northbrook Bank and Trust, and Ace Hardware.

4. Glenview Senior Craft Room workers have created another attention-getting dollhouse to raffle this holiday season. The classic three-story farmhouse has 11 rooms, and is wallpapered, carpeted and fully furnished. Tickets are available thru November in the senior wing of the Park Center for $1, or $5 for six. The drawing takes place Dec. 7, and the winner need not be present to win.

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Drive Swedish Bishop Hill for an Unusual Holiday Outing Do something different this holiday season. Check out the tiny Swedish town of Bishop Hill during its Julmarknad (Christmas Market). About three hours west of Chicago, you can shop for holiday presents, ﬁnd pottery for your own house, watch how brooms are made, see spinning wheels and other mid1800s artifacts, Jodie Jacobs lunch on Swedish meatballs and soup, breakfast on Swedish pancakes and stay overnight in an 1850s inn. Add a side trip to Kewanee to roam a giant furniture store, lunch in its café which draws from miles around, shop its boutique and stay a night at an excellent nearby B&B. Bishop Hill A tiny western Illinois village just south of Interstate 80 and Kewanee, Bishop Hill proves the old saying: Don’t blink or you will miss it. Everything from museums and craft galleries to antique shops and restaurants are basically across from or within a block of its park-like square. Bishophill.com. Founded in 1846 by Swedish immigrants as a commune, Bishop Hill is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and has a church, hotel and museum that are designated State Historic Sites. The Colony Commune disbanded in 1861, but the Swedish heritage lives on. Your best plan upon arrival is to go to the Colony Steeple Building – yes, you can’t miss the steeple – to pick up an outdoor

walking guide. Tour the 1854 building for a sense of village life more than 150 years ago. Shopping The town’s Julmarknad is on weekends the end of November and beginning of December. Bishop Hill Events has the calendar. Bishophill.com/cal.php Be sure to go into the Prairie Arts Center/ Colony Pottery/Vagnall Galleri north of the Steeple Building. Jeff Goard can usually be found at his wheel or teaching a pottery class. The Arts Center also sells the kind of old-fashioned corn brooms that you might have seen being made in the Steeple Building. Bishophillpottery.com. Consult that walking map, because further north you will ﬁnd quilts at the Village Smithy. Villagesmithyquilts.com. South of the Steeple Building you will want to stop in the Colony Store on the corner to ﬁnd Swedish and other treats and explore the rooms of Sweet Annie Primitives for antiques. Sweetannieprimitives.net. JODIE JACOBS

Where to eat Plan lunch at PL Johnson’s, where the staff wear Swedish garb. While waiting for a table, you can check out its antique shop. PL’s, as it is known, is on the north side of the park that is the town square. Pldining.home.mchsi.com. On the south side across from the Colony Store is Bishop Hill Bakery & Eatery, a good place for a nosh break and something to take home. Bishophillbakery.com. If in town, do breakfast on Sunday morning at the Filling Station, which has melt-in-yourmouth Swedish pancakes. Near the Village Smithy, the Filling Station is also the place to do lunch if you come with children. The restaurant has burgers, grilled cheese and chicken strips.

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Squash Your Side Dish Dilemma Pot luck dinners, family gatherings and holiday dinners can be frustrating if you don’t feel like you have a good menu to offer your guests. This month, I’ll give you a great side dish that’ll go well with your holiday menu and keep the flavors seasonal. There I go with that “seasonal” thing again; it’s really the only way to have those fresh flavors we all Chef Kim Bisk enjoy. Having just returned from a two-week visit with my daughters in Rome, I was struck by the fact that every restaurant we went to had nothing but fresh, seasonal menus. The flavors were so wonderful that you really didn’t need to season anything. I love that way of cooking, and I hope you develop a taste for it, too. Butternut Squash and Carrot Soufflé ⅓ lb. carrots

⅔ lbs. butternut squash 1 tbsp kosher salt 4 oz. butter 3 eggs ½ cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking powder [1] Preheat oven to 350. [2] Peel carrots and butternut squash. [3] Cut into 1 to 2-inch pieces. [4] Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add your carrot and butternut squash pieces. [5] Cook for 30 minutes until soft, then drain. [6] Place them in a food processor and blend until smooth. [7] Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. [8] Pour into a well-greased one-quart baking pan. [9] Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick can be inserted and comes out clean. [10] Serve warm. Chef Kim Bisk and her husband Ellory own and operate Kim & Ellory’s Kitchen – providing personal chef and catering services to northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Visit them at kimandellory.com.

Stop by PL Johnson’s in Bishop Hill for great Swedish food and antique shopping. Where to stay If staying overnight, book a room at the Bishop Hill Gallery Inn, whose rooms are small but clean and convenient. Bishophillgalleryinn.com. Or go over to Kewanee to stay at Aunt Daisy’s B&B, which has spacious suite-style lodging. Auntdaisy.net. Good’s Furniture in Kewanee A complex that attracts visitors from throughout the Midwest, Good’s has a seemingly endless expanse of mini brand name furniture galleries, spread throughout several connecting buildings on both sides of

Kewanee’s main street. Look downstairs of the furniture showrooms for the Wine Cellar Restaurant. It serves yummy breakfasts and lunch, and boasts an irresistible bakery. The only problem is trying to leave the adjoining Market Square, a boutique with a koi pond that keeps youngsters happy while parents check out stylish, well-priced clothing and gifts. Goodsfurniture.com. Jodie Jacobs is a veteran journalist who loves traveling. A long-time contributor to the Chicago Tribune, she blogs at travelsmartwithjodie.com and can be reached at Jodie-jacobs@sbcglobal.net.

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School Happenings Wescott Fourth Graders Hold “An American Convention” Fourth graders at Wescott School in Northbrook performed the musical “An American Convention” on Oct. 26. Written in 2004 by music teacher Bill Vaananen, it was updated to coincide with this year’s presidential election. This year, Vaananen dedicated the performances to Malala Yousefzai, the 15-year old Pakistani girl shot by a Taliban gunman while advocating for a woman’s right to education. During the show, the boys played American presidents, along with presidential contender Mitt Romney and Master of Ceremonies Benjamin Franklin. The girls played 40 of the women who were pivotal in the suffrage movement at the turn of the century, led by Jane Addams and company. As the two sides came together in a fictional Washington, D. C. convention hall, they sang of their accomplishments in “The President’s Convention.” Other songs were inspired by President Washington’s first Inauguration, the Declaration of Independence and the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Northbrook Community Nursery School Open Enrollment Open enrollment for Northbrook Community Nursery School’s 2013-14 school year begins Nov. 19. The school offers programs for children 18 months-5 years, including Parent/Tot. NCNS is a non-profit, nondenominational nursery school licensed by DCFS and accredited by NAEYC. 847-272-5430; ncnskids.org. Find Holiday Gifts at the Longfellow PTO Holiday Craft Fair Longfellow School in Buffalo Grove holds its second annual Holiday Craft Fair from 9am3pm Dec. 1, featuring both new vendors and returning favorites. Items include candles, 18inch doll clothes, soaps, jewelry, cake pops, gift baskets, paintings, handbags, ceramics and more. Hear the fifth grade chorus sing a medley of holiday songs, enter a raffle and enjoy treats at the PTO bake sale. Admission is free. 501 S. Arlington Heights Road. Marie Murphy Students Impress at Aaron Galleries Exhibit On Oct. 6, Aaron Galleries hosted a photography exhibit highlighting the work of four students at Marie Murphy School in Wilmette. Assigned the task of photographing

subjects reflected on separate surfaces, Angela Lee, Lauren Pingad, Carissa Yang, and Chelsea Ye exceeded the expectations of Creative Technology teacher Dave Hoffheimer. “These girls truly present themselves as artists, and their work is exceptional,” said Hoffheimer. “Creative Technology is an digital art class that encourages students to see the world in new and different ways. Angela, Lauren, Carissa, and Chelsea find their subjects in reflections and use photography for expression. I am always impressed with their work.” The creativity and passion reflected in the students’ work demonstrate a keen eye and natural talent in this field. Pam Warner, owner of Frameworks in Wilmette, framed the students’ photography for the exhibit free of charge. East Lake Academy Hosts First Family Fun Run and 5K East Lake Academy in Lake Forest hosted its first Annual Family Fun Run and 5K Race Oct. 22 for families and friends. More than 40 East Lake families participated in the morning races at Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville. The day started with a one mile Fun Run with 34 runners ranging from 4 years old to adult, followed by a 5K race with 55 runners. Fifth grader Sami Burkett of Libertyville won the 5K title with a course time of 24:02, while seventh grader Anna Wojcik of Vernon Hills finished first in the one-mile Fun Run with a time of eight minutes. The highlight of the day was the “Beat the Principal” portion of the 5K Race. Principal and avid runner Jennifer Patel gave out awards to all students and parents able to beat her time in the 5K race. “I wanted to give the kids extra motivation and encouragement to give the race their all,” said Patel. Twelve runners received a certificate from Patel for their efforts.

Fine Art of Fiber’s Special Guest Mary Carmen Olvera Trejo of Cuetzalan, Mexico, recently visited the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Fine Art of Fiber in Nahuatl Indigenous costume. She was given the warmest possible greeting from the ladies of the North Shore. Many remembered her from her visit two years ago. Deborah Bekken of the Field Museum and Shauneen Weininger of the Israeli Film Festival gave Mary Carmen an enthusiastic and warm welcome. The Nahuatl costume’s fine linen huipil and the traditional embroidery on her blouse, along with the incredibly dense, black wool skirt dyed with walnuts, were all handmade by her neighbors in Cuetzalan. The hairpiece, or maxtauhtl, has 50 strands of purple wool (the number of weeks to work) and two strands of green (the number of weeks to rest), reflecting the Aztec calendar. Her entire costume is symbolically significant and explained in full in the notes for the show. Jan Gerber and Gayle Wessel of Fine Art of Fiber have invited Mary Carmen to return next year with the indigenous spinners, weavers and embroiderers to demonstrate techniques in person. The Wilmette Arts Guild will host.

Mary Carmen and Miguel Diaz Guerrero are the guests of Wilmette Arts Guild to set up the exhibit of “Mexico: Family and Festivals,” running thru Dec. 1 at the Wilmette Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Ave.

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Keep Kids Engaged for Holiday Shopping Holiday shopping with kids can be fun. Kids enjoy giving gifts, and bringing them along on shopping excursions to offer their input can make the season that much more special for youngsters. But bringing the little ones along on a holiday shopping trip also can be tricky, as kids can easily grow tired or bored at the mall. The following are a few tips to ensure kids and adults enjoy their holiday shopping trips together. Bring backup. Kids might find shopping enjoyable at the outset, but visiting store after store can drain them of that enthusiasm. To quell the inevitable boredom, bring along some backup, such as a handheld video game or a tablet or e-reader on which kids can watch a favorite film or television show. Choose your shopping destination wisely. All malls and retailers are certainly not equal, especially when kids will be accompanying you for a day of shopping. Some malls offer attractions for kids, such as a merry-go-round or a live performance with a holiday theme. Such attractions provide some balance to a shopping trip, giving kids something to look forward to between store visits. Don’t be a Scrooge. An ice cream cone, some holiday cookies or a hot chocolate might not be the healthiest fare for youngsters, but such items can make a shopping excursion that much more enjoyable. When shopping with kids in tow, relax a youngster’s dietary restrictions so they can enjoy some holiday treats while shopping till they drop. Give kids some spending money. Kids are more likely to engage themselves in a holiday shopping trip if they have some spending money of their own. Offer children some money before leaving the house, and tell them the money is theirs to spend on gifts as they see fit. Kids might just enjoy looking for the perfect gift and hunting down a holiday bargain as much as Mom and Dad.

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Dine With “Scrooge” at the Fireside Dinner Theatre Sunday matinee brunch consists of Smoked Ham, Chicken Breast Tempura, Eggs Benedict, Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Norwegian Salmon and more. The marquee dessert during the holiday season is scrumptious Sasher Torte of dark chocolate cake with apricot filling, paired with a scoop of Bing cherry ice cream. There’s no show on Fridays, but the dining derby continues with a good ol’ Wisconsin fish fry of steamed or beer-battered Cod, buttermilk marinated Southern Fried Chicken, side dishes of cole slaw and potatoes, and Key Lime Pie or Pecan Turtle Sundae for dessert. Bread is freshly baked in-house. The wine list is basic but adequate for the continentalrustic cuisine. Servers like Betsy Beck are youthful, attentive and friendly. A wellstocked gift shop is included in the big, barnlike complex. Looking ahead, such hits as “Footloose,” “Annie Get Your Gun,” “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Run for Your Wife” and “Once Upon a Mattress” have been booked for 2013. The shows change, but the dining remains consistently appetizing and the hospitality is always warm at Fireside.

Steak and shrimp are just two of the succulent options at the Fireside Dinner Theatre. on. Scott’s Signature Salad rates kudos – a delectable mix of watermelon, cantaloupe, kiwi, strawberries, blueberries and orange over fresh greens sprinkled with sesame croutons and dressed with sprightly papaya chutney. Noteworthy, too, is his Sweet Potato Souffle invigorated with a pecan crust. The buffet is replaced on Saturday nights by a dinner of Reuben Pate, Beef Broth Jardiniere, Snowflake Salad, Chicken Innsbruck and dessert. The chicken can be substituted with Beef Wellington, Rack of Lamb Persillade, Ribeye Steak, Chilean Sea Bass and other entrees at additional cost.

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Boston Blackie’s Makes a Comeback When exiting Boston Blackie’s recently following a satisfying lunch, we were approached by a couple checking out the restaurant. The woman asked, “Pardon me, but is this a good place to eat?” We responded without hesitation, “Yes it is. The burgers are especially good.” After they thanked us and entered, it occurred that Chuck Pecoraro our answer was incomplete. The burgers aren’t the only star on a menu that abounds with delectable choices. The ribs, broasted chicken, whitefish, Philly cheesesteak and Greek salad also deserve acclaim. Carrot cake and Key Lime Pie excel as well. Praiseworthy food is a sure sign that Boston Blackie’s is staging a successful comeback. The previous ownership stumbled and what once was a thriving eight-store chain had dwindled down to just two – this Deerfield location and downtown Chicago. Accomplished restaurateur Bill Stavrou took over last year and tweaked the menu, revived the motif and appointed Humberto Aguallo general manager. The fresh start is paying off with the return of many former and influx of new customers. Tucked in the backside of a shopping center, the restaurant can get tricky to find. But once you navigate the turns, the storefront facade and red neon name indicate you’ve arrived.

Parking spots are plentiful. The terraced interior suggests that Blackie’s is partial to black. The roomy (210 seats) publike setup poses a dark posture with ebony furnishings, splashes of red, dim illumination and minimal decorations. More upbeat is an adjoining bar. Comfort fare complements the comfortable surroundings. The wide-ranging menu fits most appetites and budgets, with nothing higher than $19.99. The kitchen not only is quick to prepare orders, but generous in piling on the portions, confirmed by the high number of doggy bag requests. Most of the appetizers are a meal unto themselves. Like the Nacho Plate, a colorful mound of greens, chips, chili, tomatoes, guacamole, jalapenos and cheddar cheese sloshed with pico de gallo and sour cream. Less Latin though just as filling is the Boston Bomber, a combo platter of chicken tenders, wings, hot dog bites and spuds. Both are fluent with flavors. The main attraction is one heck of a hamburger. Each of the six selections weighs in at a half pound of premium Angus ground beef – perfectly packed, cooked to a juicy goodness, plopped on a bun, pretzel roll or rye and embellished with slaw and the works. It’s a real handful and mouthful. The natural beef taste is accented in the Blackie’s (with grilled onion and smoked bacon), Cowboy (guacamole, pico de gallo, pepper jack cheese), Black and Bleu (Cajun style with bleu cheese) or with any of nine cheeses. There’s more, however, to BB than burgers. The ribs are a finger food festival – hefty slabs of smoky baby backs draped over

Boston Blackie’s ribs are a festival of finger food, slathered with a sassy sauce. the plate and begging to be picked apart. Slathered with a sassy sauce, the sweet meat falls off the bones easily as you gnaw away on some mighty fine barbeque. Your hands may get messy, but your palate will savor every bite. Chicken clicks either broasted or broiled. We opted for broasted, a half fowl encased in crunchy coating and pressure cooked to seal the real flavor. Like other dishes, it comes with – take your pick – French fries, cottage fries, sweet potato fries, baked, roasted or standout red skin garlic mashed spuds. The kitchen turns out some first-rate seafood, too. Lake Superior Whitefish is teamed with linguine and a lemon-buttergarlic-caper mixture. A perky Tilapia Dijon is lightly seasoned over spinach and sun-dried tomatoes sparked with basil and mustard

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Stay Healthy This Holiday Season Many people count their blessings on Thanksgiving. Few, however, count their calories. Overindulging at the dinner table is a Thanksgiving tradition, and often paves the way for a season of poor nutritional habits with long-lasting ramifications. The American Council on Exercise says that the average adult consumes 3,000 calories and 229 grams of fat at a typical Thanksgiving meal. That is well above the USDA-recommended guidelines of 2,000 calories and 65 grams of fat that most adults should consume in an entire day. With so many options available on the Thanksgiving buffet table, it is easy to see how overeating is commonplace. Rather than wearing elastic-waisted pants and succumbing to too many fattening foods, individuals can make smart food substitutions that won’t compromise taste but will cut calorie intake. Fill up on lean protein. Turkey is the cornerstone of the Thanksgiving meal and is a lower-fat, lean source of filling protein. Rather than indulge in too many starchy side dishes, have turkey be the bulk of your Thanksgiving dinner. When preparing turkey, use fresh herbs and low-fat vegetable stock to keep the meat moist and flavorful, avoiding butter and oils, which just tack on extra calories. Serve steamed veggies. Rather than sweet potatoes covered in butter and marshmallows or breaded and fried vegetables that are unrecognizable, serve produce lightly steamed so it retains its nutritional value and flavor. Swap out white starches for whole grains. Stuffing is a popular side dish on Thanksgiving, but it can be full of empty calories. Instead of serving white rice or bread stuffing, make your own using brown rice and whole-grain breads. Add protein-rich nuts and dried fruits to add flavor and fiber as well.

Skip double-crust pies. Two-crust pies with a bottom crust and a top layer have more calories than ones with just a crust on the bottom. Opt for low-calorie pumpkin pie or add a little gelatin to pie fruit filling and skip the top crust on traditional two-crust pies. Dessert also can be pared down to fresh fruit tarts or low-fat gelatin trifles. Cut down on courses. Having an excess of food is not only unhealthy but wasteful. Trim courses from the Thanksgiving meal to save time, money and calories. Does anyone really show up for the cheese and crackers appetizers? Focus on the main course and chances are no one will miss the extra food. Plus, their waistlines won’t miss it, either. Dilute ciders and juices. Liquid calories quickly add up. Offer plenty of fresh water and keep sugary drinks to a minimum. When serving apple juice or cider, dilute it with water to stretch it out further and cut down on calories. Take frequent breaks. It can take anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes for the body to register that it is full. Failure to give the stomach time to send messages to the brain that you are full could mean you eat more than is necessary. Thanksgiving is a time of family, friends and often overeating. Making a few changes to favorite foods can make the holiday healthier.

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business & tech Shopping Malls Evolving into Entertainment Destinations Demand for retail space continues to fall. Freestanding stores that were once popular are closing and empty strip malls are on the rise. Once mainstays for teens and gathering places for many adults, shopping malls are also paying the price of the recession. But all hope may not be lost, as restaurant chains are moving in to fill the vacancies and help shore up business. Shopping mall history Trajan’s Market in Rome is believed to be one of the world’s oldest shopping malls, having been built around 100-110 AD by Appollodorus of Damascus. Ancient Romans frequently shopped at public shopping centers that grouped markets together into one forum. Other outdoor covered markets were widespread in many areas of the world, from Paris to Oxford. The concept for the indoor shopping mall grew in urban centers. It is believed an early indoor mall prototype called the Lake View Store in Duluth, Minnesota in 1916 was a trailblazer. It had three stories, and stores filled all levels. As city dwellers increasingly left cities for the suburbs, shopping malls sprouted up in suburban locales, where they would become popular gathering places. The first fully enclosed shopping mall in Canada was called Wellington Square. Opened in Ontario on Aug. 11, 1960, Wellington Square was designed as an enclosed mall with a department store anchor and subterranean parking. After several renovations, it remains open even today and it is known as Citi Plaza. Evolution of shopping malls When the economy is thriving, shopping malls tend to flourish. However, when the economy struggles, retailers suffer, and shopping malls alongside them. Across the

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Orchestra and Northbrook Community Choir present “Home for the Holidays,” featuring more than 90 singers in four choirs. In the orchestral portion of the program, the NSO performs “A Christmas Festival” by Leroy Anderson, “The Festive Sounds of Hanukah” arranged by William Holcomb and other seasonal favorites. $15-$37. Divine Word Chapel of Techny Towers, 2001 Waukegan Road, Techny; 847-291-2367; northbrooksymphony.org. It’s Christmas, Charlie Brown! The Musical! Dec. 8 and 15. The Actors Training Center transforms the classic holiday movie into a live performance. $15. The Wilmette Theatre, 1122 Central Ave.; 847-251-7424; wilmettetheatre.com. Fifth House Ensemble Dec. 9, 3pm. Join the Lake Forest Lyrica for its second concert of the season, featuring Fifth House Ensemble. $15, $5/students with ID, free for LFC students/faculty/staff. Lily Reid Holt Memorial Chapel, 555 N. Sheridan Road – Middle Campus; 847-234-3100; lakeforest.edu. Two Shades of Gray Dec. 16, 3pm. The Highland Park Strings presents soloists and brother and sister Erika Gray and Johannes Gray. Admission is free. Elm Place School, 2031 Sheridan Road; hpstrings.org. My One and Only Thru Dec. 31. This captivating musical romance features an incomparable Gershwin score and thrilling dance. $40-$48. Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire; 847-634-0200; marriotttheatre.com.

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1. Highwood took second place in the “Pumpkin Wars,” aired Halloween night on HGTV. Although Keene, N.H. came out ahead, neither city broke the Guinness World Record for most lit/carved jack-o-lanterns. Photo by Jeanni McCormick. 2. Deerfield Rotary Club President Dorothy Collins loads up the trunk of her car with clothing and bedding for distribution to Hurricane Sandy victims. Photo by Deerfield Rotary Club. 3. An elegant Centennial Celebration took place recently to honor Alliance Francaise du North Shore, founded as The French Club of Evanston in 1912. The event was attended by Graham Paul, Consul General of France in Chicago, and Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl. 4. More than 300 people visited West Ridge Center for the Park District of Highland Park’s Fall Fest. Many came in costume, enjoying face painting, pumpkin decorating and more.

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