SW Lake, IL November 2018

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Gratitude FIRST RESPONDERS: SAVING AND CHANGING LIVES

LOVING SO MANY LOCAL TREASURES

GRATEFUL TRAVEL TIPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

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NOVEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

Michael Beightol | michael.beightol@lifestylepubs.com MANAGING EDITOR

Stephen Neilson | stephen.neilson@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Graham Blus

Gratitude Matters

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Michael Beightol, Graham Blus, Stephen Neilson, Sue Shimkus

THAT LITTLE NIP IN THE AIR TRIGGERS THE CERTAINTY THAT FALL IS

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

WINDING DOWN AND WINTER IS COMING. This is the time to tap the pause

Graham Blus, Michael Beightol, Stephen Neilson

button before the frenzy of the holidays takes over.

We thought it appropriate in this issue to pay our due to the first responders here in SW Lake Co. for keeping us safe. Stephen Neilson’s wonderful photos focus on just a few of the folks who look after us, and we are forever grateful to all who are on the job.

We are also really blessed to have so many places (and spaces) around here that help us wind down after long hours on the job. Our Experience Associate, Graham Blus, shares a few locations that are high on his list for recreation of the body and restoration of the spirit.

Readers shared some of the things for which they are grateful: From Long Grove, Renee and Tom Clark (@Properties Realtors) say “what we are most grateful for is the opportunity that the holidays bring for us to reconnect with people who have shared our journey so far.”

From Lake Zurich, Laurie Wilhoit says: “I am grateful to all my friends and family and their generosity to help Caring Women's Connection make a difference in our community.”

Jennifer Wierzschon of Hawthorn Woods who with her husband, Rich, owns Primrose School of Long Grove, says: “I am thankful that I am able to follow my passion and help support early childhood education throughout Lake County, not just in my school.” In a similar vein, Dr. Delphine Deignan says she is “thankful for all the families that trust us with the health of their children and loved ones.” Delphine and her husband, Dr. Nick Deignan, own Deignan Family Chiropractic in Barrington.

These are just a few of the comments we received, and the collective theme of gratitude is very clear. Now’s the time to take a moment, reflect on what’s really good and as the holidays unfold, share your joy.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018

FEATURES 14 Travel Tips For Holidays Staying in the Holiday Spirit... Even At The Airport

17 NOT Home for the Holidays Meet Three of SW Lake County's Finest First Responders

24 Grateful for Local Treasures Take Time to Visit our Outstanding Experiences

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30 Shop Local on Black Friday Supporting Area Retailers Strengthens the Community

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14 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Now in its fifth year, Wauconda Cruise Nights have proven to be a family-friendly way to spend a Tuesday evening. Even two weather-prompted reschedules didn’t dampen the enthusiasm this season, as the small-town Main Street charm provided a perfect setting with its range of restaurants, boutiques, and lots of great spots to "shop local" for the holidays.Â

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1. October Cruise Night's top car selection. | 2. Live to ride, ride to live. | 3. Cruise Night Merch. | 4. Cobra! | 5. October's top car choice was an outstanding George Barris Kustom. | 6. Lake County Board candidate Maria Peterson scoping the cars out with Wauconda Village Clerk Cheryl FalkNovak. | 7. Happy cruiser! | 8. Black Widow. | 9. British Car Festival People's Choice Winner MGA. | 10. Multiple points of view. | 11. Upon further reflection. | 12. Event volunteers included Wauconda Trustee Tim Howe (L) and Mayor Lincoln Knight (C, front).

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Arranging Flowers the Joy Jones Way Long Grove Coffee Co. was transformed into a flower shop as Joy Jones of Joy Jones Planning & Design Co. recently held a flower arranging workshop for an enthusiastic group of 20 women. Hosted by Ethel Robey-Berger, manager of Long Grove Coffee, Joy walked her

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guests through the steps to create stunning centerpieces. Learn more at joyjones.com.

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1. Kirsty Jones makes a selection. | 2. Priscilla Burchfield & Kara Kenyon (Fifth Third Bank). | 3. Joy Jones. | 4. Cindy Jones & Mary Adee are focused. | 5. A full (coffee) house. | 6. Pure joy.

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AROUND TOWN Class of 2018. The award, presented by the Illinois Conservation Foundation, recognizes "individuals with records of exemplary service in and commitments to improving conservation efforts and outdoor recreation opportunities in Illinois."

Oliver, who served as executive director of Citizens for Conservation from 1984 to 2015, has a rich history in Barrington's conservation community.

One of her nominators noted that "Sam Oliver is synonymous with conservation and volunteerism."

This year's five inductees were recognized during a presentation at Conservation World at the Illinois State Fair in August and again at the Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame Gala on September 21 in Springfield.

QUEEN BS IMPROV FAMILY HOLIDAY SHOW The Queen Bs are an all-female improv group from the Chicago suburbs. They use audience suggestions to create scenes on the spot. Prepare to laugh, giggle, chortle and guffaw your way through this holiday-themed show. It’s a night of comedy you won’t want to miss! This event features a complimentary reception and cash bar. $20 Adults, $10 Students.

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SAM OLIVER ENTERS ILLINOIS OUTDOOR HALL OF FAME

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affiliated with @Properties, has been chosen as one of Chicago’s Five Star Real Estate Agents for 2018. Five Star Professional partners with Chicago Magazine to recognize a select group of Chicago area real estate agents who provide quality services to their clients. “My recipe for success? Active listening, consistent communication, keen market knowledge and results with the least stress and worry,” Clark says. “These key ingredients are at the heart of every transaction for every client.”

FIRST-EVER ROTARY OKTOBERFEST IN LONG GROVE A nice crowd from the Long Grove-Kildeer Neighbors and Newcomers Club enjoyed the first-

activities and events for member residents of both

ever Rotary Oktoberfest at Buffalo Creek Brewery.

villages. Follow them on Facebook.

Craft beer, German-themed food and oompah music from a rotating cast of Polka bands made for a festive event on an otherwise dreary weekend.

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Proceeds from the sale of tickets will benefit a col-

We are always accepting submissions for announce-

lection of local charities, according to Bill Ferreira,

ments you’d like to see included in our Around Town

Event Chair and a Rotary District Governor. Founded

section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact

in 1957, the Neighbors and Newcomers Club holds

Us tab at SWLakeLifestyle.com.

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SW Lake Realty Report NEIGHBORHOOD

SOLD PRICE

LIST PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

LMT

BDRMS BATHS

Long Meadow Farms

$1,210,000

$1,249,000

97%

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5

4

Woodleaf

$1,106,346

$999,900

111%

1

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Prairie Trails

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

100%

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Hawthorn Trails

$750,000

$779,000

96%

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5

5

Stonebridge

$734,190

$734,990

100%

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5

3.1

Kildeer

$725,000

$749,000

97%

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4

5

Eleanora Estates

$700,000

$715,900

98%

67

4

5

Copperfield

$590,000

$599,900

98%

2

4

5.1

Lakewood Meadow

$575,000

$599,900

96%

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Travel Tips For Holidays STAYING IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT...

EVEN AT THE AIRPORT ARTICLE SUE SHIMKUS

WITH THE HOLIDAYS JUST AROUND THE CORNER, WE'VE GOT HELPFUL ADVICE FOR KEEPING IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT WHILE BRAVING THE AIRPORTS.

BOOK TICKETS AND ACCOM-

KEEP GIFTS UNWRAPPED IN CASE OF AN INSPECTION.

MODATIONS IN ADVANCE.

Wrapped gifts will probably be opened, even in checked baggage.

It’s no surprise that airlines and hotels get booked quickly during

KEEP A CONSTANT WATCH OF ALL BELONGINGS. Pickpock-

the busy holiday season, but also

ets love crowds. Travelers should always be mindful of their sur-

keep in mind that car rentals

roundings and keep a close watch on all their belongings, includ-

and transportation to and from

ing tickets, watches and wallets.

the airport should be arranged ahead of time. Last minute trav-

SAVE TIME AND STRESS: Register for TSA PreCheck in order

elers should be as flexible as

to access expedited domestic screening, as it greatly reduces the

possible and ask their travel

amount of time waiting in security lines, and eliminates the bother

agents to look into flying during

of removing your shoes, liquids, laptops and more. For foreign travel,

non-peak hours or using a connecting flight or alternate airport.

registering for Global Entry provides expedited entry back into the U.S. Apps are another useful way to minimize stress: download your

ARRIVE AT THE AIRPORT EARLY. Allow extra time for traffic.

airline’s app to easily access boarding passes, while also getting up-

Remember, airport parking lots can fill up very quickly, so find-

dated gate information and possibly entertainment options on board.

ing a spot can be difficult. Parking alternatives are available; there are some easy, cost-effective facilities with continual airport shut-

STAY SAFE. Purchase travel insurance for the unexpected. Check

tles near the airport. Airlines often oversell flights, so passengers

your credit card trip insurance carefully to see what it does and

who check in the latest are most likely to get bumped. Arrive at

does not cover, especially for international travel. Register overseas

least 2 hours before your domestic flight, or 3 hours before your

trips with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, a free U.S. De-

international flight, especially during peak travel days.

partment of State program that informs the nearest U.S. Embassy of your whereabouts in case of an emergency. Also, check the State

PASSENGERS WHO GET BUMPED HAVE RIGHTS. In the event

Department’s site for any travel warnings and advisories.

your flight is overbooked, the Department of Transportation (DOT) requires carriers to provide passengers with a written statement

The bottom line: to ensure a safe trip, plan well in advance and

explaining their rights. These rights can include alternate travel ar-

ask your travel advisor about all your travel options. They can

rangements and compensation if the new arrival time is more than

provide expert information on alternate airports and accommoda-

one hour later than the originally scheduled time.

tions that haven’t been booked. They know what places to avoid and how you can do so and still reach your destination.

KNOW BAGGAGE LIMITS since they can vary according to air-

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line and aircraft. Be sure to tag all carry-on and checked baggage

About the Author: Sue Shimkus of Lake Zurich Travel & Cruise pro-

and include your cell phone number. Carry on restrictions change

vides custom travel itineraries for the discerning traveler. To learn

often; check https://travel.state.gov/ for updated info.

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(NOT)HOME FOR THE HOLI DAYS MEET THREE OF SW LAKE COUNTY'S FINEST FIRST RESPONDERS

AS NOVEMBER CALLS US TO REFLECT

UPON WHAT WE’RE GRATEFUL FOR, WE

REACHED OUT TO THOSE WHOSE WORK WE TOO OFTEN TAKE FOR GRANTED: OUR

LOCAL

FIRST

RESPONDERS,

WHO DEDICATE THEIR CAREERS TO

RUNNING INTO THE FACE OF DANGER TO KEEP US SAFE. While we celebrate being home for the holidays, in many cases they’re not able to be, as their vigilance may

require service on any day, at any hour. Here are three of SW Lake County’s very finest, sharing career highlights, motivations, philosophy on public service, and tips for those interested in giving it a try.

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHEN NEILSON

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NOT HOME

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WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO CONSIDER THIS CAREER? Family tradition. My dad was a fireman in Arlington Heights for 30 years, I’m coming up on 30 years, and my little brother’s been a fireman for 20 years in Waukegan. We’ve all three held the rank of Lieutenant.

CAN YOU OFFER ANY ADVICE TO YOUNG PEOPLE CONSIDERING A CAREER AS A FIRST RESPONDER? Be aware of educational requirements. Some Departments require certain college credits; College of Lake County has a good “tech prep” program around fire service. For younger people, many Departments here have an Explorer program for high schoolers, who visit the firehouse twice monthly and are introduced to basic operations of a firefighter, and ride along with some emergency calls. Two of our current Firefighters were Explorers as teens.

WHAT ARE YOU THANKFUL FOR? My friends, my family, and life itself; doing this for 30 years and retiring healthy and by choice.

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ROB LOYAL

LIEUTENANT, LAKE ZURICH FIRE DEPT 18

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT? Just over 16 years.

WHO WAS YOUR HERO GROWING UP? My mother; she has always kept a positive attitude on life and has been my rock.

WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO CONSIDER THIS CAREER? As a child, I always looked up to police officers. Making a difference in someone’s life was a big factor.

CAN YOU SHARE AN EXPERIENCE THAT SHOWS THE SATISFACTION YOU GET FROM THE JOB? There’s a young gentleman who had a brain injury a few years ago. He rides his bike around the area where I work. When he stops to take a break, people think he’s drunk or crazy, as he doesn’t speak very well and can’t move once he becomes tired. When I get there, he smiles because he knows me, and that I’ll help him. Because others don’t know of his injury, I’m in a unique position to help. I’ve driven him back to his house multiple times.

ROBYN STANKIEWICZ

DEPUT Y SHERIFF, LAKE COUNT Y POLICE CONTINUED >

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NOT HOME

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WHY CHOOSE THIS CAREER? I was in the Marines, and liked the military-style structure. Soon after moving here I saw an ad and started working towards becoming a Firefighter… now I’m almost 25 years in, and my son is a certified Firefighter/EMTB, in paramedic school at Northwestern.

SHARE A HIGHLIGHT FROM YOUR CAREER? So many things stand out. There was a lady one December experiencing tough times who decided she didn’t want to live any more. She wandered off into the snow and her tracks led off the path into an ravine of trees and brush. Using a thermal imaging camera, we found her curled up in the snow, and were able to get her help.

GREG BRENDLE

FIREFIGHTER/EMT, LAKE ZURICH FIRE DEPT

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WHAT’S YOUR PHILOSOPHY REGARDING PUBLIC SERVICE? It’s like the old saying: If you do what you love, you never work a day in your life. It’s giving back to people, and I’ve absolutely loved it. You won’t look back later and feel you missed making a difference.

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Grateful for Local Treasures

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Cook Street Coffee, Barrington Barrington's White House, Barrington

Grassy Lake Forest Preserve, Lake Barrington

AS HOLIDAYS AND COLDER WEATHER

Broken Earth, Long Grove Grassy Lake Forest Preserve, Lake Barrington

APPROACH, WE’RE MAKING A POINT TO STOP BY AND ENJOY SOME OF OUR FAVORITE LOCAL TREASURES: GREAT PLACES TO STOP AND SHOP, GRAB A BITE, SAVOR A SIP, TAKE A HIKE, CHOOSE A SPECIAL GIFT, AND MORE. We explored Barrington’s elegant White House, warmed with Cook Street Coffee, and gnoshed Ambrosia’s delicious pastries. We admired fine jewelry at Timothy Grant, relaxed at Avalon Day Spa, sampled fine wine at Broken Earth, and wound down with a striking sunset stroll at Grassy Lake Forest Preserve.

If you haven’t had a chance to visit any of these local treasures yet, we hope you'll give them a try!

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847-277-2990 | MyBarringtonChiropractor.com * Mention this ad for special pricing. This is not valid with insurance (you may use your insurance but at regular contracted rates). Exam includes spinal assessment, range of motion assessment, normal milestone evaluation and cranial sacral specific assessment. Does not include x-rays.

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LOCALS ONLY 18|8 Fine Men's Salon

SHOP LOCAL ON BLACK FRIDAY SUPPORTING AREA RETAILERS STRENGTHENS THE COMMUNITY

ON THE DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING (BLACK FRIDAY) NEWS REPORTS ARE FILLED WITH STORIES ABOUT CRAZED SHOPPERS COMPETING FOR DEALS. We’ve all seen the pictures, read the stories under screaming headlines and seen the broadcasts.

A few years ago another shopping phenomenon started: Cyber Monday is when online retailers offer deals that shoppers find enticing.

Cyber Monday this year is November 26.

All that commerce is great for the national economy, but lost in the hype is the impact on locally owned businesses.

So many enterprises here in SW Lake Co. are locally owned, mom-and-pop shops offering a remarkable variety of goods, services and values. This year when your holiday shopping kicks into high gear, please consider the merchants featured all year in the pages of SW Lake Lifestyle. When we Shop Local we strengthen the local economy while supporting our neighbors, their employees and their families.

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What if playtime lasted a lifetime?

THE GIFT OF GROOMING 18|8 Fine Men’s Salon is the reinvention of the barbershop

Playing and discovering new games makes lively children and active adults.

Our Balanced Learning® approach sparks these lightbulb moments, helping children enjoy a healthy life.

into an experience that brings out the best in men. 18|8 in Barrington offers handcrafted haircuts and a wide range of luxury skin & hair treatments, including classic straight razor shaves, that’ll leave a man feeling like he runs the town. Owner Jeff Eggert provides a friendly vibe, highly trained stylists & barbers, pampering and hospitality that have made 18|8 Fine Men’s Salon in Barrington a two-time winner of the Best of

The Leader in Early Education and Care® Infants – Kindergarten and After School Call for a tour today!

SW Lake Awards. Gift cards, VIP memberships and guys’ grooming products are ideal gifts this holiday season.

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LEARN MORE AT

Primrose School of Long Grove 3985 N. Old McHenry Road Long Grove, IL 60047 847.438.3175 PrimroseLongGrove.com

eighteeneight.com/barrington-il.

Visit the salon at 120 S. Hough Street, Barrington.

Each Primrose School is a privately owned and operated franchise. Primrose Schools®, Balanced Learning®, and The Leader in Early Education and Care® are registered trademarks of Primrose School Franchising Company. ©2018 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved.

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Timothy Grant Jewelry

A LOCAL GEM For more than 25 years Timothy Grant Jewelry has been committed to offering quality craftsmanship and dedicated customer service for their guests. Custom jewelry is a specialty, producing a wide variety of designs from replications of photos clients bring in, to creating original one-of-a-kind pieces. An expert team guides customers every step of the way from the initial sketches, choosing stones and metals, to the finished product. Attentive customer service ensures a client’s unique vision is perfectly met. Fine jewelry, repairs on premises, appraisals and watch batteries while you wait are also offered.

LEARN MORE AT timothygrants.com and visit them at 155 N. Rand Road (Lake Zurich) and 10 S. Roselle Road (Schaumburg).

LUXE wearhouse

AFFORDABLE CHIC Add a hint of sparkle this holiday with fun accessories. A cozy knit hat has metallic thread details and a pom-pom accent for only $25. Sparkling crystal beads chicly convert from wrap bracelet to necklace and are beautifully packaged on display cards personalized with inspiring quotes for only $20. Find these items at LUXE wearhouse along with other accessories, apparel, and jewelry perfect for holiday gifting or just for you. Owners Marcy Sparr and Annie Lang offer a luxury boutique shopping experience without the high prices.

LUXE WEARHOUSE IS AT 20771 N. Rand Road (Kildeer) in The Quentin Collection; LUXEwearhouse.com.

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Epilogue

AN EXTRAORDINARY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE Visitors to Historic Long Grove are often delighted when they cross the threshold of Epilogue Boutique for an unexpected and rewarding shopping, gifting and learning experience. Owner Rachel Perchal, a long-time Long Grove merchant, truly appreciates her discerning clientele and works hard to seek out wonderful and surprising high-quality handmade treats by artisans from across the country.

VISIT EPILOGUE BOUTIQUE IN Long Grove at 130 Old McHenry Road.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

SWEET TREATS Nothing Bundt Cakes is the perfect solution for holiday gifting needs and holiday parties.

Nothing Bundt Cakes offers four different sizes of cakes in a variety of flavors which are baked fresh daily. “Bundtinis,” mini-cakes (sold by the dozen), come packed in a beautiful branded bakery box. “Bundtlets,” individual-size cakes, are packaged in individual containers and can be gift wrapped in a one, two or three “Bundtlet Tower.” Larger 8” and 10” cakes are available with hand-crafted decorations and gift wrapped.

LEARN MORE AT nothingbundtcakes.com/bakery/il/kildeer and visit them in Kildeer at 20413 N Rand Road, #104.

ONE-STOP SHOPPING WITH STYLE Need a last-minute hostess gift? Got a hard-to-please guy? Want a little something-something for yourself? Threads Boutique is where you gotta go. This remarkable little shop has it all whether it’s select men’s casual apparel, women’s fashion and accessories or hard-to-find gifts for girlfriends, co-workers or as stocking stuffers. Located in charming downtown Wauconda, owner Linda Starkey recently remodeled the shop and is ready to help you find just what you’re looking for.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR show. He'll sing favorites such as

4

Thursdays" are your art night out,

The Most Wonderful Time of the

featuring a local artist exhibition with

Year, Sleigh Ride, Let It Snow, and

A ONE-WOMAN HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE – A VISIT WITH ELIZA HAMILTON

works for sale, with complimentary

many more. With great music and

hors d’ oeuvres and cash bar. 6pm

lots of humor, Hawking will put you

start; reservations requested.

in the holiday spirit. Complimentary

N OV E M B E R

subject. "3rd

Barrington’s White House, 145 West Main Street

Be in the room where it happens! On the heels of the Hamilton Broadway show and biography, Barbara Rinella brings Alexander’s wife, Eliza

atmosphere

on

a

reception, cash bar. Starts 3pm; $40 Adults / $20 Students.

DEC 1

DEC 15

MIRACLE ON MAIN STREET TREE LIGHTING (& MUCH MORE) Rotary Park, 7 E. Main, Lake Zurich

MARTA AND ANI AZNAVOORIAN: PIANO AND CELLO CONCERT

Schuyler Hamilton, to life. An “aca-

3-7pm. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and

demic entertainer,” Rinella's known

live reindeer! We light our beautiful

across Chicagoland for her historical

35 foot tree, and hear music from

Main Street

portrayals. Learn about the beautiful,

Lake Zurich High School’s Bare Voic-

World-renowned musicians and sis-

wealthy, adventurous Eliza and her fa-

es, a DJ and the Academy of Perform-

ters Marta and Ani return home to

mous founding father husband. Com-

ing Arts. Enjoy children’s crafts, sleigh

Barrington to perform at 8pm at Bar-

plimentary reception; Cash bar. $20

rides, cookies & hot cocoa, adult bev-

rington’s White House. In demand

Adults / $10 Students.

erages, food vendors, & more! Ad-

worldwide as chamber musicians and

mission: free. Come early at 2pm for

soloists, pianist Marta is a founding

our kid’s Candy Cane hunt.

member of the Grammy-award-win-

15 PASTELS BY JUDY SKULBORSTAD: EXPLORATIONS IN LIGHT, BOLD & SUBLIME Barrington’s White House, 145 West Main Street

Skulborstad’s works are primari-

Barrington’s White House, 145 West

ning Lincoln Trio. Ani is in her elev-

DEC 9

enth year as principal cellist of

RON HAWKING'S “HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS” HOLIDAY MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT

tance: $40 Adults, $20 Students.

Camerata Pacifica. Complimentary Reception, with Cash Bar. Admit-

Barrington’s White House, 145 West

ly pastels, a medium she loves for

Main Street

its “pure pigment in dry form.” Her

Back by popular demand, award-

paintings demonstrate her inspi-

winning singer Ron Hawking re-

ration from the effect of light and

turns with his critically acclaimed

Kildeer 20413 N Rand Rd, Suite 104 Kildeer, IL 60074 • (847) 847-1784 Skokie 9719 Skokie Blvd Skokie, IL 60077 • (847) 763-5000

with the purchase of 3 Bundtlets

NothingBundtCakes.com

Expires 12/15/18. Limit one (1) coupon per guest. Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Valid only at the bakery(ies) listed. No cash value. Coupon may not be reproduced, transferred or sold. Internet distribution strictly prohibited. Must be claimed in bakery during normal business hours. Not valid for online orders. Not valid with any other offer.

Kildeer 20413 N Rand Rd, Suite 104 Kildeer, IL 60074 • (847) 847-1784 Skokie 9719 Skokie Blvd Skokie, IL 60077 • (847) 763-5000

purchase of $30 or more

NothingBundtCakes.com

Expires 12/15/18. Limit one (1) coupon per guest. Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. $5 off $25 before tax.

Valid only at the bakery(ies) listed. Valid only on baked goods; not valid on retail items. No cash value. Coupon may not be reproduced, transferred or sold. Internet distribution strictly prohibited. Must be claimed in bakery during normal business hours. Not valid for online orders. Not valid with any other offer.

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Bakery #: 239

Comfort

YOUR FAMILY’S

MATTERS TO US

847-438-3081 Martin Enterprises is a multi-generational company on Main Street in Lake Zurich. WE ARE PROUD to be a DEPENDABLE and QUALIFIED resource for our community. Martin Enterprises has earned the confidence of the families and businesses we serve with an untiring drive to exceed expectations.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

FAMILY DRINKS WE LOVE THEM, BUT IT’S NO SECRET THAT SOME FAMILY MEMBERS MAKE THE HOLIDAYS A LITTLE MORE INTERESTING. CHEERS TO THEM!

1

THE MOTHERIN-LAW

INGREDIENTS

2

THE HIPSTER COUSIN

INGREDIENTS

3

( K ID-FRIENDLY!)

THE ROWDY NIECES + NEPHEWS

INGREDIENTS

+ 1 1/2 ounces vodka

+ 1 1/2 ounces vodka

+ 1/2 cup sugar

+ 1 part club soda or tonic

+ 1 1/2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream

+ 1/4 cup baking cocoa

+ 1 part Sprite or lemon-lime soda + 1 part cranberry juice + Lime and cranberries for garnish

DIRECTIONS

Pumpkin Spice Liqueur + 3 ounces cereal milk (steep cereal

+ Dash of salt + 1/3 cup hot water

of your choice—we like pumpkin

+ 4 cups almond milk

spice Cheerios—in milk for 25-30

+ 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

minutes, then strain)

+ Mini marshmallows and chocolate syrup for garnish

and cranberry juice to a glass of your

DIRECTIONS

choice—the more ornate, the better.

Fill a rocks glass (or any unconvention-

DIRECTIONS

Garnish with lime and cranberries if

al container you have laying around)

In a saucepan, combine sugar, salt and

desired and enjoy!

with desired amount of ice. Add vodka

cocoa. Add water and bring to a boil,

and pumpkin spice liqueur, then top

stirring for 2 minutes. Stir in almond

with cereal milk. Cheers!

milk and heat to desired temperature

Add vodka, club soda or tonic, Sprite

(don’t boil). Once at desired temperature, remove from heat, add vanilla and whisk until frothy. Top with toasted marshmallows and chocolate syrup— the more sugar, the better!

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