North Shore Living Fall/Holiday 2013 by Bespoke Publishing

FALL/HOLIDAY 2013

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Dear Friends and Neighbors, our Readers: Fall is a favorite time of year for many North Shore residents. The crisp air and brilliant foliage heighten the beauty of our communities while signifying the end of a playful summer and the start of a winter busy with holidays and family. In this issue we explore the many ways to enjoy fall while also preparing for the season ahead. It is, and will always be, our goal to work with local, community-based experts to bring you thoughts, ideas and information relevant to the North Shore home and lifestyle. We feel fortunate to have been a part of your North Shore experience in 2013 and look forward to continuing the relationship as we grow with you throughout 2014. While we will not be printing again until next year, we hope you’ll visit us at our newly remodeled website www.NSLMagazine.com for ongoing updates and information, as well as providing your feedback and ideas for future content. Jeremy

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PHOTO COURTESY OF CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN

ON THE COVER

Cover photo features the autumnal palette of the Chicago Botanic Garden with The Theodore C. Butz Memorial Carillon catching early morning sun in the distance

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Feminine Fashion with Peach Carr Highwood's Legacy of Opera

Community 32 44 50 56 58

Gray Is Groovy! Favorite Festivals and Events Highwood's Legacy of Operaâ&#x20AC;Ś North Shore Philanthropy Empower Through Flowers

Family

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The Ultimate Holiday Cookie Recipe The Impression of a Lifetime Tips for Toy Buying Success Fun Fall Family Activities Estate Planning Fundamentals Anxiety In The Air

Home 16 20 24 28 42 49

Design Tips For Holiday Success Lower Energy Bills, Increase Comfort Protect Your Home's Exterior Preparing for Cold Weather Don't Be Left in the Dark! Restoring Your Stone Surfaces

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Real Estate Market Guidance What's New in Home and Lifestyle Technology A Health & Fitness Resolution Feminine Fashion with Peach Carr Laser Vein Procedure Explained

Lou Mancusi

Executive Director – Investments Lou Mancusi, who joined Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. in 2012, takes pride in providing customized investment solutions for high net worth clients and their families. He also works with business owners for whom he provides 401(k) and pension plans, succession strategies and insurance planning solutions. He has built his practice on the importance of using sound judgment, objective advice, hard work and integrity in assisting his clients to work toward their financial goals. Drawing on over twenty years of experience in the financial services industry, Lou offers clients a broad variety of wealth management services such as individually managed accounts, retail brokerage services and, in collaboration with The Planning Group of Oppenheimer Asset Management, wealth transfer services. He and his team provide a broad range of products and programs, including traditional and nontraditional investments and insurance. Because taxefficiency is an important priority for his clients, Lou is glad to collaborate with their tax advisors; similarly, when it comes to estate planning issues, he can draw on the services of Oppenheimer Trust Company and work with each client’s legal advisor. Lou began his career in 1990 at St. Paul Federal Bank of Chicago as an Investment Representative, then moved into Wealth Management at Northern Trust. In 2002, he joined

Wintrust Wealth Management, as Senior Vice President, Investments. An important aspect of Lou’s practice is that, before he makes a single recommendation, he seeks to understand his clients’ personal and financial circumstances in full. This knowledge enables him both to develop a personal relationship with each individual, family or company executive and create a solution that is capable of evolving as each client’s circumstances change. As a result, he recommends investment strategies that are simultaneously integrated and flexible, reflecting each client’s long-term goals, risk tolerance, income tax considerations, and overall investment allocation. He earned his B.A. in Finance from the School of Business of Loyola University of Chicago. He also holds the General Securities Representative License (Series 7) and the Uniform Combined State Law Examination (Series 66). He is also licensed as an agent for life insurance in the state of Illinois. He, his wife and their three daughters reside in Long Grove IL. He enjoys trap shooting and traveling. He is also a member of the school board of the Montessori School of Lake Forest school board and donates time to the Food Bank of Northern Illinois.

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It's Never Too Early to Prepare for the

BY BETH ALBERTS

Spring Real Estate Market

hese days the talk of the town is North Shore Real Estate. Not since before 2006 has there been so much demand and so little supply of homes on the North Shore. Properties listed between $500,000 and $700,000 spend an average of 12 days on the market before being sold, often going for over asking price. Don’t let this fast-paced movement in the housing market intimidate you. Now is the perfect time to educate yourself in preparation for the highly anticipated spring market. Location is the only thing that can’t be changed. Opportunity favors the prepared, so do your homework and identify neighborhoods you like ahead of time. Get out of the car and have lunch or take a walk near the areas you’re considering. Check websites that provide statistics on school ratings and safety records. A house can be improved to make it your home, but the location never changes. Prioritize Your Needs and Wants. Will this be your 30 year home, or do you envision moving again? How much work are you prepared to do? What rooms do you truly live in? Is having a big yard important to you? Do you need a lot of storage? Prioritizing needs and wants will streamline your search and strengthen your decision making process. Identify an agent that fits your real estate needs. Your friend’s cousin’s Pilates instructor may not be the best fit for your real estate needs, no matter how relaxed they seem. Real estate agents cover a wide spectrum of knowledge, experience and ability. When speaking with an agent, check to see if they are full-time or part-time, what sort of experience they have and what they believe your expectations should be based on what type of property you’re looking for. A good

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agent can potentially make the difference between years of happiness or a mistake. For instance, I recently worked with a family whose top priority was the ability to walk to a downtown. After a few weeks of house hunting, they started falling for newly remodeled homes that looked beautiful in photos, but didn’t have the location we originally discussed. When they were prepared to go over-budget for a house 20 minutes away from town, it was time to put on the breaks. After helping them re-evaluate their decision, we found a home in the perfect location for $200,000 under their budget. Now they’re using those savings to upgrade their purchase and have the home of their dreams. Beth Alberts is a full-time, full-service Broker Associate at Baird & Warner. Having been part of one of the most successful teams on the North Shore, she specializes in representing buyers and sellers of residential real estate. Beth can be reached at 773.991.2560 or at Beth.Alberts@BairdWarner.com.

THE SPICE HOUSE

Snickerdoodle • Cookie Recipe • H

olidays are just around the corner and whether you’re hosting family, visiting friends or relaxing at home by the fireplace, you’re going to need cookies! For the ultimate cookie recipe, we turned to our friends at the world famous Spice House for this classic crowd pleaser.

CREAM OF TARTAR

INGREDIENTS • • • • •

2 3/4 cups unbleached flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons cinnamon 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, minus 1 tablespoon

• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar • 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened • 2 large eggs • 1/4 cup Old Town Spiced Sugar

PREPARATION Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 375 degrees. Whisk together flour, cream of tartar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl and set aside. Beat butter and white and brown sugars until creamy; add eggs and beat until combined. Stir in the flour mixture until just combined. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and roll each ball in Old Town Sugar. Place balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 8-9 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool The Spice House is a local, family owned business recognized as one of Chicagoland’s most iconic culinary shops. For more information about the Spice House or to see their other recipes, please visit: www.TheSpiceHouse. com or visit them at 1941 Central Street in Evanston. 14

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Cream of Tartar is also known as tartaric acid. Real cream of tartar is derived only from the crust on wine casks, where it has precipitated from the tartaric acid in the grapes. It has an astringent quality which adds a tartness to foods. To mix your own baking powder, combine 1/4 teaspoon baking soda with 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar. When added to meringues for pies or other baked egg white products, cream of tartar helps maintain the fluffiness. Also, good for cleaning copper cookware. Simply mix into a paste with water and apply. —Tom & Patty Erd

Set Your Table T

BY JENNIFER STERNA

he “Season of Entertaining” is right around the corner, and along with the cool weather Fall can often bring the stress of hosting family and friends. Take the guesswork out of setting the perfect holiday table with these four easy steps. Choose a color scheme. Stick to the traditional colors of the holiday. Use warm browns and bronzes for Thanksgiving, blue and silver for Hanukkah, and red for Christmas. Keeping the table monochromatic gives it a sophisticated spin, while mixing bold primary colors (think red & green for Christmas) is more youthful and fun. Go custom with your centerpiece. A beautiful, one-of-a-kind floral arrangement makes a bold statement in the center of your dining table. Not only does a unique floral give a room typically filled with hard surfaces some much needed softness, but it gives the room character. If you have an existing centerpiece that works perfectly for your space, add some pheasant feathers for a touch of autumn, or nestle ornaments throughout to add some shimmer for Christmas. Add some sparkle. The holidays are all about family and friends, celebration, and entertainment, so set the festive mood with some bling! Sequin candleholders, glittery florals, or shimmering accessories reflect light and create an atmosphere of energy. But be careful not to go overboard; too much sparkle can look unpolished, so make sure to keep it simple and classic.

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Layer on the décor. Layers of fabrics, plates and chargers, and accessories are what make a refined and luxurious dining room. Lay a runner along the length of the table and top it with a second coordinating runner in the center under your floral centerpiece. Use two napkins in complimentary colors tucked in a napkin ring for a custom look. Arrange accessories with similar colors and textures in varying heights (think candlesticks, vases, etc.) along the runner. Instead of one charger, why not do two? Following these easy designer tips will ensure that your guests are oohing and aahing over your Holiday dinner. And if you really want to make it amazing, working with an interior designer that specializes in holiday design may be a great option. For instance, Linly Designs offer an exclusive service called the Accessory Call, where for a nominal fee our professionals will deliver and place accessories, artwork, and florals to complete your dining table (or any room in your home) to perfection. Jennifer Sterna holds a degree in Interior design from Harrington School of Design and is an Interior Designer with Linly Designs. Linly Designs is an industry leader in Interior Design offering a full range of interior design services at their showrooms in Clarendon Hills and downtown Highland Park. For more information or to schedule your in-home consultation, call 847.266.5099 or visit LinlyDesigns.com

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Upgrades, Must-Haves and

BY DAVID WELLES

What You Might Be Missing

Expert David Welles

talks about today’s latest and greatest home and lifestyle technology

hat’s beauty without brains? Sure, it gives you something to look at, but where is the joy in hanging out? In getting stuff done? In making sure the thermostat is set, garage door is closed and the lights are turned out? Hey, I’m talking about your house here, people! Today, it's possible to give your house a brain through home automation systems such as Control 4. Like iPhones, DVRs and high speed Internet before it, Control 4 is the next movement in lifestyle technology that will make people wonder how they ever lived without it. This home automation system integrates electrical devices in a house with each other, giving you the ability to control and manage your home and the devices and appliances within it— from anywhere at anytime. For instance, rather than walking through your house to turn off all the lights, Control 4 does it for you with the press of a button…while you’re laying in bed. If you’re worried about your garage door being left open, close it from your phone. Have your house text you when your kids get home from school. Control music throughout your house, inte-

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grate lighting with your security system, program your shades to lower with the sun and much, much more. Control 4 offers the type of lifestyle that we could only dream of ten years ago. And, while there are other home automation systems on the market, Control 4 is my pick due to its ease of use, aesthetic appeal and its low entry level pricing. So while your house may be beautiful, what good is beauty without the brains? David Welles is the owner and founder of TVTI — a home and lifestyle technology company. Mr. Welles is considered an expert in his field, having contributed to several TV Shows on the Style Network and completed projects ranging in size from entire city skyscrapers to single-family suburban homes. TVTI specializes in the sales and installation of home automation, lighting & climate control, automated door locks, interior & exterior home security surveillance, home theaters and distributed audio and video. For more information on these devices and more, contact David Welles and his company at 847.220.6743 or info@tvti.com.

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he Chicagoland Area was lucky enough to enjoy a mild summer with only a few days hitting the 90 degree mark. But now, with the pleasant weather behind us, it’s time to prepare for what is predicted to be a cold, snowy season with plenty of precipitation and bone-chilling temperatures. Hopefully you’re prepared to brave the elements when you venture outside this winter. But are you prepared to brave that one room inside the house that never gets warm? Every house has at least one. No matter how high you set the thermostat it’s the room that never gets warm and can’t be used from November through March. Previously, homeowners were forced to avoid this room or wheel a space heater in to try and solve the problem. But now many utility companies are encouraging homeowners to seek a different remedy called Aeroseal. Aeroseal Solutions uses a patented technology to seal holes and cracks in duct work from the inside out using self-sealing vinyl polymer aerosol particles. Winner of the “Energy 100” award from the Department of Energy, homes that get their ducts sealed with Aeroseal now qualify for up to $500 in federal tax credits through the end of 2013 and up to an additional $500 in 20

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rebates from NorthShore Gas. Furthermore, “The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that in the Midwest, homeowners who invest in the Aeroseal process will save between $300 and $500 per year on utility costs alone, not counting the reduced wear and tear on your heating and cooling systems and the additional tax credits,” explains Lauren Schubert, Marketing Coordinator for Aeroseal Solutions. The Aeroseal system effectively seals a home’s ductwork from the inside by using a clean, safe material that is guaranteed for 10 years. The four to eighthour process is monitored by a sophisticated computer system that when completed, provides certified reports to the homeowner on ductwork leaks before, during and after the application. Once completed, heat travels to every room in the home in a much more efficient capacity, not only minimizing utility costs but also making the home far more comfortable. Furthermore, while gaps and holes in ductwork have ill effect on comfort, cost

and efficiency they also lead to in-home air pollution. “90% of dust blowing through the home is tiny particles of insulation,” explains Joe St. Pierre of Aeroseal, “so homeowners take a double hit by wasting 30-40% on their energy costs and breathing in pollutants and allergens.” By effectively sealing these gaps and holes, Aeroseal not only enhances comfort and efficiency, but can also improve a home’s breathable air. To see a video of an Aeroseal installation or for more information about Aeroseal Solutions, visit www.AerosealSolutions.com. To schedule a consultation and free estimate call 847.220.6371.

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Touching Minds and Hearts BY DR. LINDA YONKE

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he Winnetka Campus Principal was contacted recently by a woman from California who wished to visit the high school during an upcoming visit to Chicago. The woman’s father, a 1945 graduate who died fifteen years ago, had spoken warmly of his experience at New Trier for his entire life. His family wanted to better understand this part of his life by seeing his alma mater. This kind of request is not unusual, and we readily agreed to host the graduate’s widow, son, and daughter one morning in mid-September. What was unusual about this particular alumnus, however, is that he only attended New Trier for one year – 1944-1945 – after having spent his first three years of high school in a U.S.run Japanese internment camp in Arkansas. Though he was born in California to U.S. citizens, his parents were Japanese, thus his entire family was forced to move to the camp for the duration of the war. As the war ended, families struggled to reunite, find housing, and rebuild their lives. Somehow, this young man was taken in by a family in Glencoe, Illinois – no one in the family we met knew why or how. While the alumnus provided his family few specific details about his courses and interests in high school, he talked his entire life about the impact of what he learned in his year at New Trier. In this community whose generosity and acceptance were unexpected and moving, he learned not only through the rigor of the academic program, but through the demonstrated value placed on service to others. During the family’s visit, the Principal raided the archives and found the man’s hand-written permanent record to share. While the two children smiled ruefully about grades which their father never tolerated from his own children, the widow sighed tearfully to see the addresses and family names of the two families who had so willingly taken him in. The Principal began to explain about New Trier’s adviser program, created in the 1920s and still in existence today, in which a teacher meets every day with his or her students to provide guidance, support, and to encourage service, commitment, and caring for others. The family began to understand the impact of this important year in their father’s life in a new context. He left New Trier to join the U.S. Army; after serving for three years, he moved to California and eventually graduated from the University of California in Davis (where he met his wife). A successful farmer and businessman, he

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was Citizen of the Year, Rotary President, and leader of numerous charities and service organizations in his community. The family left that day with a New Trier history book, a Trevian t-shirt, and a copy of their father’s school records. We were left with a strong reminder about what is important about New Trier, embodied by our motto “To commit minds to inquiry, hearts to compassion, and lives to the service of humanity.” New Trier High School is known throughout the country for its strong academic program. Perhaps less well-known is the strength of our preparation of students for life after high school. We belong to a consortium of high-performing high schools which surveys graduates each year. New Trier far out-performs every other high school in not only students’ reported academic preparation for college, but also in their skills of self-management, critical thinking, resisting peer pressure, self-advocacy, and resolving conflicts with others. The uniqueness of New Trier’s approach to student preparation noted so poignantly by the Japanese alumnus’s family, exists today – guided by a strong adviser program, a Strategic Plan which emphasizes social and emotional learning, and an excellent faculty and staff that deeply understand the importance of touching students’ minds and hearts. Dr. Linda Yonke is the superintendent of New Trier Township High School District 203. She may be reached at yonkel@ newtrier.k12.il.us or 847.446.7000. PNEW TRIER HIGH SCHOOL IN 1948 BEFORE THE MODERNIZATION OF THE SCHOOL. PHOTO COURTESY OF NEW TRIER HIGH SCHOOL.

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e all get a bit nostalgic this time of year, looking back to those wonderful summer days and dreading the cold and snow that we’re sure to be burdened with in the coming months. Take some time to enjoy the autumn afternoons and plan ahead for the winter months.

1.HAVE YOUR FURNACE INSPECTED Most HVAC companies offer specials this time of year, and it’s always less expensive to be proactive rather than pay a potential emergency fee when your furnace stops working. 2. CHECK YOUR PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTAT Check the schedule to make sure it’s set to the correct temperatures and times that you prefer. This will save money on your utility bills, but also make you more comfortable during the hours that you’re home.

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3. FLUSH YOUR WATER-HEATER Your water-heater works harder during winter months. Flushing removes sediment buildup, which causes corrosion, shortens life span and reduces heating efficiency. 4. INSPECT YOUR SUMP PUMP AND PIT Have your sump pump and pit inspected and cleaned. Pumps exposed to extreme cold can freeze, preventing the pump from operating.

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5. CHECK OUTSIDE FAUCETS Disconnect and drain outside water hoses. Water in the hoses can freeze and expand causing faucets and the connecting pipes inside your home to freeze and break. Also, make sure outside faucets aren't dripping or leaking. Even a tiny crack can cause serious damage or flooding.

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nce the last of the Halloween treats has been eaten, we know that holiday gift lists and big family gettogethers are not too far behind. Moms and Dads juggling the usual demands of work and parenting, may find the holiday season further complicated by an overcharged social schedule and the additional mission of creating a joyful experience that will find a treasured place in their child’s memory. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives, on the other hand, might have more available time, but may be unsure about how they too, can create that magical moment for a child they see only a few times a year. For all of us, a major part of holiday fun is selecting that special gift and watching a child’s happy reaction to it. Book, puzzle, game or toy… how do we go about choosing just the right gift that will delight the children in our lives? Markie Carlson, Owner of The Children's Gift Shop in Northfield, has these suggestions: • Let the child's abilities and interests guide your choices, not advertising or popularity. • Focus on the features of the play a toy encourages, rather than on the features of the toy, itself. Think about what the child can do, rather than what the toy can do. • Look for toys and games that let the

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child “make up the story”— ones that leave room for the child to use his imagination in how he plays. Try to find open-ended products that offer lots of possibilities for different ways to engage.

If these steps have helped you identify that special gift for the child in your life, then you have it all "wrapped" up. However, if you could still use a little help, why not get some personal guidance from a local expert? Most North Shore neighborhood toy stores offer skilled assistance in making careful selections that match a child's age, abilities and interests. The staff is trained to think about toys and games from a child development perspective; and relatives often appreciate their creativity in helping them discover a gift that truly captures the child’s imagination. You may even want to ask for help identifying something that is designed to help you and the child share play time together. When it comes to the holidays, the season always seems to be a bit more magical with kids around. Enjoy these precious days with the children in your life and let them take the lead with some good old fashioned child-centered play!

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t’s common knowledge that the senior population is growing at an unprecedented rate. With life expectancy at all-time highs and baby boomers coming of age, there are now more gray-haired people than ever. But, gray can be groovy. Along with the huge growth in the older adult population, there has been an explosion of opportunities for positive aging. As seniors age, their needs to stay active, be social and engage with others are not only critical to enjoy life but also to retain mental faculties, avoid isolation and stay healthy. One local facility that offers such opportunities is North Shore Senior Center. Their members don’t focus on their aches and pains. They’re too busy taking classes and trips, volunteering, making new friends and joining clubs—including their very own singles support club. Unlike senior centers sponsored by local communities, North Shore Senior Center is an independent, non-profit organization serving 23 communities in northern Cook and southern Lake Counties. Originally started in 1956 by a group of forward-thinking Winnetka residents, the Center was one of the first in the U.S. Now with locations in Northfield, Evanston and Morton Grove, the North Shore Senior Center meets a wide variety of needs for more than 33,000 older adults each year.

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One area they focus on is Friendship. North Shore Senior Center offers more than 100 weekly classes and discussion groups that open one’s mind to new ideas and lay the groundwork for new relationships. The Northfield facility includes a café, two art studios, an auditorium for lectures and entertainment, and a fitness center Interesting how many of their most enthusiastic members started with some hesitation. Take, for example, Jane from Wilmette, who enrolled in her first class on a whim. “I went to hear Barbara Rinella present a book review,” she recalls. “I had no intention of becoming a member because I thought I was much too young for a senior center.” However, she liked her experience and returned for a lecture. “I was awed by the brain power of the attendees as well as the presenter,” she said. Eventually both Jane and her husband became members. Her top priority today is her Thursday morning Memoir Writing group. “It affords me a new dimension in my life,” she said. “I find writing therapeutic and I consider the people in my class to be my extended family.” If you’re interested in learning more about North Shore Senior Center for your parents or yourself, contact Patrick Price at 847-784-6057 or pprice@nssc.org.

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fter eight years in Lincoln Park, my husband David and I took the leap and moved back to the ‘burbs last fall. We wanted to get a bigger yard, live closer to “the grandparents” and switch from the ‘L’ to the Metra. However, when the school year started, I turned into a laundry-folding, bake sale-baking, healthy lunch-packing machine, with David on a bad merry-goround ride of train-work-eat-work-train. Our days of maintenance-free, row-house living and quick work commutes were gone. We knew we’d lose some aspects of our city life, but other parts of ourselves “went missing” too --especially exercising. Our New Year’s resolution was to get fit, but what we really needed was to find more than just a gym; we needed a place to help us get our active lifestyle back. What we found was Sachs Recreation Center in Deerfield. This hidden gem reminded us of our club in the city, but at a fraction of the price. Sachs is a huge facility with an indoor track, swimming pool, fitness center and weight room. It also has three basketball courts; tennis and racquetball courts; a Mind-Body Studio; a Jungle Gym Suspension Training room; and Dance, Exercise and Cycling Studios. Now, on weekdays when the kids are at school, I go to Sachs

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for the different cardio classes offered each day or to try something new like their suspension training before having a “lite lunch” with friends in the café upstairs. The grand plan is to start training for my first spring triathlon soon and I love being able to bring the kids to the babysitting area for games and gym time while I’m focused on running, cycling and swimming. David is also taking full advantage of the facility and has gotten back into playing basketball and working out. He’s even talking about signing up with a personal trainer on weekends while the kids are in swim class, or possibly in the morning before his work commute. Of course we still have lunches to pack, laundry to do, and kids to chauffer, but staying fit and active has never been so easy or so much fun. For once, as I start thinking about TREAD IT my New Year’s resolutions, I won’t have “get in shape” on my list.

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The Sachs Recreation Center is located at 455 Lake Cook Rd. in the south end of Deerfield Park Plaza, west of the DMV. For additional information or to schedule a tour of the facility, visit www.SachsRecCenter.org; call 847.220.4090 or email info@SachsRecCenter.org. Operating hours are weekdays: 5am – 9pm and weekends: 7am-5pm.

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ocal fashion pro and Project Runway alum Peach Carr takes us away from the mall and into a few of her favorite North Shore boutiques for a glimpse of what’s hot this season. For inspiration, Peach drew from her most recent trip to New York Fashion Week and the runways celebrating the strong yet feminine woman.

JOLIE FEMME, Hubbard Woods Jacket and Skirt by Ilaria Nistri Roque pieces range from $350-350, Jewelry by Maria Calderara pieces range from $300-400

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CHALK, Evanston Carven dress: $890, Nina Ricci belt: $200, JB Connix leather jacket: $1495

SHIRISE , Glencoe Carlos Falchi python bag $2695, Vic Mattie boots: $635

YORK FURRIERS, Deer Park Town Center Zuki sheared beaver walking coat with jewel detail: $8995 Leather gloves: $89

OUI MADAME, Winnetka Chanel bracelet: $439, tassel necklace: $359, earrings: $235, red clutch: $225.

PEACH CARR DESIGNS, available online or My Best Friend’s Closet in Highland Park Dotted Baseball dress: $250.

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LASER VEIN PROCEDURES: PETER BRUKASZ, MD & MURRAY PROPES, MD

No Longer Science Fiction

earing the word “laser” may sound impressive, but it can be hard to picture. Is the laser a hand-held device? Does the physician point it at the patient’s leg? Despite the images “laser” may conjure, they’re no longer science fiction. To understand how a laser vein procedure works, it is helpful to understand what causes varicose veins. Varicose veins are caused by incompetent valves in the veins. The valves that help blood move back to the heart break down over time, causing blood to pool; this pooling blood causes the vein to expand and creates that bulging look on the surface of the skin. In the past, these varicose veins were removed by being stripped from the body. This vein stripping procedure was not only invasive with a long recovery time, but it also had a disappointing success rate. Some physicians still utilize this treatment for varicose veins, but in most cases, there is no reason to go through this antiquated procedure. The Endovenous Laser Treatment for varicose veins was introduced in the early 2000’s. During this treatment, a catheter is inserted into the greater saphenous vein, or the source in which blood flows to the malfunctioning vein. A wire with

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a laser-heated tip is then inserted into the catheter and the vein collapses from the laser’s heat. Over time, the collapsed vein is digested into the body and blood continues to flow through the plethora of other veins available. Circulation is improved, as the blood is no longer trapped, and the bulging vein subsides. The catheter in this procedure is inserted with local anesthetic and has a small enough opening to be bandaged with a Band-Aid. The entire procedure takes about 30 minutes and the patient can drive him/herself home afterwards. The Endovenous Laser procedure has about a 95% success rate and is covered by most insurance. Midwest Vein Center has been performing the Endovenous Laser procedure since its inception and uses the latest laser technology. Varicose vein treatment is not just aesthetic; it improves circulation, giving a sense of energy and renewed health to the legs. Dr. Brukasz is the Medical Director of the Midwest Vein Center location in Niles. Prior to joining MVC, Dr. Brukasz practiced at Mercy Hospital and Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Brukasz has a refreshingly charismatic bedside manner and enjoys getting to know his patients. Dr. Propes is the Medical Director of the Midwest Vein Center location in Glenview. Prior to joining MVC, Dr. Propes practiced at the University of Chicago. He enjoys the confidence and positive health effects that venous treatment brings his patients and loves to educate his local community about vein care. To see patient success stories, including before and after pictures, visit MidwestVein.com. To schedule an appointment to meet the Dr. Brukasz or Dr. Propes, call 888.400.VEIN (8346).

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Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe ChicagoBotanic.org Plan your walk around the Nov. 17th Bathroom Botanicals Weekend Family Class where you can create your own soap, lip balm or tea using plant materials!

TAKE A DRIVE New Buffalo, Michigan NewBuffalo.com Starved Rock State Park StarvedRockStatePark.org

Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin ElkhartLake.com Relax at the Aspira Spa in The Osthoff Resort, considered one of the top spas in North America. Or, for a life changing meal, visit The Lake Street Café and order the Tenderloin Shiraz and Lobster Bisque!

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Royal Oak Farm 15908 Hebron Rd, Harvard RoyalOakFarmOrchard.com Work up an appetite in the grove, then head to their bakery where the real treats are. You can’t go wrong with their homemade fruit pies, fresh baked cookies or apple cider donuts!

VISIT A PUMPKIN PATCH Abbey Farms 850 Butterfield Rd, Aurora AbbeyFarms.org Vana’s Pumpkin Land 7705 W Rt17, Kankakee VanasPumpkinLand.com

Didier Farms 16678 Aptakisic Rd, Lincolnshire DidierFarms.com Didier Farms has been owned and operated by the same family since 1912! Originally a dairy farm, it’s now a flower and produce farm run by the founder’s three grandsons and their wives.

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The Grove 1421 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview GlenviewParks.org This 123 acre nature preserve was settled in 1836, and because of its rich history was designated a National Historic Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 1976.

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Friday, december 6, 2013 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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Don’t Be Left In The Dark volatile seasonal weather events cause extended power outages

hen a power outage lasts a few minutes, it’s an inconvenience. When it stretches to several hours, it’s annoying. If the outage stretches for days, it becomes quite costly and potentially dangerous. Disabled security systems, nonfunctional medical equipment, dead cell phones and the inability to conduct business or do school work are real concerns. Losing power to your home for an extended period of time can have major impacts on your income, peace of mind, or even the survival of a loved one. To avoid these issues, many North Shore homeowners have taken matters into their own hands by having an automated standby generator installed. These luxury appliances look similar to a large air conditioning unit, blending into the background of your home’s exterior. They are reliable, they are safe, they are quiet,

and they are surprisingly affordable. Automated standby generators provide power by using the same natural gas line already available at your home and are always waiting, always watching. In the event that the power goes out, the generator kicks in automatically within twenty seconds, keeping critical aspects of your home functioning smoothly. They are also convenient. If you happen to be out when the power fails, your home is still protected. Your security system remains operational. Your medications remain refrigerated. Your garage door still opens when you return home. And thanks to remote monitoring capabilities, your system can be observed and managed, if necessary, by a system expert miles away. While we all hope to avoid losing power this year, there is only one way homeowners can guarantee it. A good resource to turn to for assistance is Get Power Now! Owner and licensed electrician Steve Kruzich specializes in automated standby generators and has 10 years experience installing every major brand, including industry leader Generac®, throughout the Chicagoland area. Contact Steve at 630.742.4263, or visit www.GetPowerNow. com

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BLACKOUT PREPARATION LIST Loss of lights or a flooded basement aren’t the only issues you might have to deal with during a power outage. Furnaces, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, hot water heaters, and other appliances will also cease to function. While each family has specific needs, here are some recommended supplies to include in a basic kit: • 1 gallon of water per person per day for drinking and sanitation • Nonperishable food • Battery-powered radio • Flashlight(s) • Extra batteries • First Aid kit • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities • Coins for laundry • Plastic utensils • Cash • Backup battery for cell phone • Matches to light stove • Candles • Extra Warm clothing • Disinfectant www.ready.gov/blackouts

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all remains a favorite time of year for North Shore residents to welcome cooler days, appreciate changing colors, and revel in these favorite fall festivals and events.

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The 10th Annual Barrington Taste'Fest & Expo Oct. 17 Marriott, Hoffman Estates BarringtonChamber.com Annual Pumpkin Fest & Chase Oct. 18 & 19 Lake Bluff Middle School Gazebonews.com/Calendar Highwood Pumpkin Fest

Deerfield Halloween Hoopla Oct. 25 & 26 Jewett Park Community Center DeerfieldParks.org Lincolnshire Boo Bash Oct. 26 North Park at Corner of Riverwoods & Everett LincolnshireCommunity.org Trick or Treat Trot Oct. 27 Centennial Park, Evanston EvanstonTrickOrTreatTrot.com

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 12th Annual Showcase of Arts & Treasures Oct. 17-19 Downtown Highwood CelebrateHighwood.com

Russian Romantics Rachmaninoff & Tchaikovsky Nov. 7 Nichols Concert Hall, Evanston LiskerMusicFoundation.org The Inside Show Nov. 22-24 Highland Park Country Club AmdurProductions.com Long Grove Turkey Trot 5K & 8K, Run/Walk & Kids Run Nov. 28 Downtown Long Grove AllCommunityEvents.com ZooLights Evenings vary from Nov. 29-Jan. 5 Lincoln Park Zoo Polar Express

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Oct. 18-20 Winnetka Community House TheWinnetkaShow.com Haunted Shipwreck Shores/ Trail of Terror Oct. 25 (friendly)/Oct. 26 (scary) Lloyd Beach, Winnetka WinPark.org

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Nov. 2 & 3 Barrington Fitness & Recreation Center, 235 Lions Drive 90 Booths - Free admission & parking. Featuring renowned artists such as Lynn and Diane Abbott, Geri Meyer, Chris Robinson and Paul Siracusa to name a few. NSLMagazine/Barrington

Dec. 7- Highland Park Dec. 8- Deerfield Dec. 14 & 15- Lake Forest Leaves from Metra Stations Google: "Santa on the Train" First Night Evanston Dec. 31 Downtown Evanston FirstNightEvanston.org

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e often tell clients that estate planning is like building a custom home for yourself and your family. You start by designing the plan, then creating a strong foundation and framework, before finally building out to suit your needs. As with designing a home, you have significant flexibility in how you choose to design your estate plan. There are typically three stages in the designing process: STAGE 1: THE FOUNDATIONAL DOCUMENTS Irrespective of your level of wealth, a proper estate plan starts with a strong foundation. Cornerstones such as Powers of Attorney for Health Care and Property, Wills and Revocable Trusts are essential documents to have in place to address non-tax issues such as choosing guardians for your minor children and avoiding the expense and invasive process of probate and guardianship. They also assist with designating agents to make health care and property decisions if you are disabled, business succession planning and, of course, making certain your assets go where, when and how you want. Everyone needs these documents to some degree. STAGE 2: ESTATE PRESERVATION PLANNING Clients whose total net worth exceeds $5.25M for individuals and $10.5 Million for married couples (including life insurance, real estate, businesses, retirement accounts, etc.) may require further planning to pay potential estate taxes while preserving certain assets, particularly real estate and family owned businesses. Although there are a variety of ways to create liquidity, families often use life insurance coupled with an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT) to infuse the estate at death with sufficient assets to pay any

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estate tax. This avoids the need to sell off assets to cover any estate tax. STAGE 3: TAX REDUCTION PLANNING Clients whose net worth significantly exceeds $5.25M (individual) or $10.5 Million (married couple), require very specialized planning to implement wealth transfer techniques that reduce their overall taxable estate. This can be accomplished by implementing (i) a family gifting program to leverage annual and lifetime gift tax exemptions, (ii) charitable planning using private foundations, donor advised funds, and charitable trusts and (iii) asset freeze techniques to r emove the future appreciation of your assets out of your estate, such as sales to Grantor Trusts and Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts. CONCLUSION As you can imagine, proper estate planning can be complicated. Each stage may benefit from a myriad of strategies, particularly the latter stages, and requires some pre-planning. In that regard, no plan is exactly alike. This article only touches the surface of the techniques available and is to be used for educational purposes only. For specific advice on your situation, feel free to contact me or another professional. For more information on the above techniques, you can also request a copy of my Estate Planning White Paper which provides a more thorough explanation of the above topics. Puneet Cham is a practicing Estate Planning Attorney and Partner at Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC. To reach Mr. Cham, call 312.422.8000, e-mail pcham@llflegal.com or visit www. llflegal.com

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e live in uncertain times. Changes in the world’s safety, economy and stability are ever present and seemingly permeate the air we breathe. This downward pressure and general anxiety creates the perfect breeding ground for more individualized worries. BY PENNY BEITLER Insecurities surrounding our marriage, concerns about our children and grandchildren, and strains on friendships take their toll. Additionally, fears about work issues, financial constraints that we've never faced in the past, and inability to find or keep a job, weigh heavily. For many of us, these uncertainties are compounded by traumatic losses. Perhaps we were forced to sell our home, or lost our business. Our parents have died, friends have died, our adult children no longer have as much time to interact with us or we've experienced the trauma of divorce. It is all connected and our health is in jeopardy. We know that anxiety and fear lead to stress, and that stress affects the body and mind. Depression is anxiety's close cousin. Trauma or the threat of loss can lead to ambivalence, uncertainty, and difficulty in making decisions. This, in turn, often brings about sleep problems, irritable behavior, headaches or chest pains, all of which begin a cycle of triggers that won't stop. Once put into motion, this downward spiral can be extremely difficult to halt. A therapist trained in the treatment of anxiety and depression can be of great assistance. Mind, body and spirit all need equal attention. The goal is to heal and become self-empowered! Penny Powers Beitler, MS, LMFT, is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Northfield who treats couples and individuals. Specialties are depression, anxiety, life transitions, premarital, marital and post divorce issues among others. She is a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, an Approved AAMFT Supervisor at The Family Institute, and a Collaborative Divorce Coach. Reach her at 847.256.0200 or ppbeitler@ppbeitler.com.

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n a letter written in 1929, Louis Eckstein, the Ravinia Festival’s first president wrote, “The appreciation of good music is largely the result of environment and opportunity. The people of Europe for generations have known good music, . . . the greatest of all the arts. It is by fostering such an art that we are attempting to make a tangible and lasting contribution to the cause of musical appreciation in America.”

The town of Highwood, originally founded by immigrants from Ireland, Sweden and Germany, clearly shared Eckstein’s passion. For years, many Ravinia chorus members and stars would spend time in this Old World North Shore suburb amongst its growing population of Italian craftsmen from Modena and Bologna who opened their homes and restaurants to them. (continued on p. 54) 50

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From opera’s Ravinia debut in 1912 through its final performances in 1931, there were few local restaurants in the area with culinary fare that attracted the visiting European stars. However, Highwood, with its hard working laborers and artisans, offered them a taste and feeling of home, especially those in the chorus. One of those places was the Del Rio Restaurant, which began in the l920s, when Linda Pigati, a young widow with three sons, opened a boarding house that served meals. It was one of three such places that existed in Highwood at the time, each creating uncommon, traditional meals from their distinctive areas of Italy. The reputation of these eateries soon gained esteem and made Highwood a destination both by train and by car. Also, “For a time,” Linda’s grandson Bill Pigati noted, “Highwood was one of the rare places to drink alcohol outside of No Man’s Land.” “The Del Rio was originally a dance hall built during the 1920 depression by a good looking Italian bricklayer with a great smile, a great voice and a jealous wife,” said current Del Rio owner Bill Pigati. “My grandmother closed our boarding house restaurant and made [the dance hall] into a restaurant.” Operas such as Carmen, Faust, I Pagliacci, Rigoletto and Madame Butterfly were presented at Ravinia every

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summer evening from June to September. In a July 1962 Marjorie Raymond article called, “Memories of Days of Opera Live On in Ravinia Park,” John D. Laurie, park manager since 1914, said, “All the great singers of the day were here except Caruso, who signed a contract but died before the performance date.” The singing stars included international luminaries like Elisabeth Rethberg, Giovanni Martinelli, Virgilio Lazzari, Tito Shipa, Ina Bourskaya, Vittorio Tervinsan and Rosa Raisa. A protégé of dramatic diva Rosa Raisa, Highwood native Gloria Linari, performed as Gloria Lind. She appeared with both the Lyric Opera in Chicago and the Metropolitan Opera in New York, as well as toured Europe and sang on Broadway. After a 12 year opera career, she settled in Highwood in 1963, taught music lessons and was instrumental in creating a Highwood repertory opera house out of an abandoned movie house, the site of the current Isaac & Moishe's Deli. Waukegan News Sun 1964 staff writer Olga Pottker was a young girl at the time. She said of the owner of one of those boarding houses, Pia Gibertini, as an “amazing woman who transformed her mural decorated dining and living rooms so she could cook for and serve the opera guests.” Gibertini added, “Some guests came before the

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