Automotive Dining & Drinking Entertainment & Travel
Pet Care Professional Services Retail Sports & Recreation
Health & Wellness House & Home Personal Services
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS A. S. Kerpe M.D.............................................................7 Douglas Carpet One...................................................18 South Elgin Budokan.................................................14 AIM Physical Therapy................................................15 Dupage Credit Union.................................................19 South Town Animal Hospital................................... 26 American Eagle Bank................................................ 23 Elliff Dental................................................................... 6 St. Charles Park District............................................. 8 Animal House Veterinary..........................................18 Feagans Law Group P.C. ...........................................13 St. Charles Plastic Surgery.......................................21 Batavia Park District....................................................3 First Centennial Mortgage........................................21 State Street Jewelers..................................................2 Buttrey-Wulff Agency, Inc...........................................3 Fox Valley Medical Associates.................................. 8 Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery....................... 24 Capital Asset Group, Inc...........................................17 Higher Ground Roofing............................................. 25 The Right Guy Carpet Cleaning................................15 Charlie Fox Pizzeria.................................................... 11 Kelly Orthodontics.................................................... 27 Wazio Orhtodontics.....................................................5 Claesson Carpet Cleaning..........................................7 Next Generation Pediatrics....................................... 9 West Suburban Limousine........................................14 Covenant Living at the Holmstad........................... 28 Orange Home Services LLC..................................... 22 Woodman’s Food Market......................................... 25 Crabby Boil..................................................................16 Pretty Strong..............................................................20 Yurs Funeral Homes...................................................12 Docs HVAC..................................................................17 Ream’s Meat Market..................................................12 Dorjath Law Center....................................................10 Riverside Receptions................................................ 26
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Thank you for honoring
State Street Jewelers as the Best Jeweler 2020
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230 W. State Street | Geneva, Illinois | 630.232.2085 www.statestreetjewelers.com
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Car Wash
Oil Change
Tredup’s, Inc.
Tower Car Wash
Excel Automotive Repair
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Boyce Body Werks Inc. State Street Collision
Fuller’s Carwash Standard Wash
Fox River Tire & Auto Mike More Miles
Auto Repair (Mechanical)
Local Auto Dealership
Tire Store
Stevens Automotive Repair
Bob Jass Chevrolet
Excel Automotive Repair
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Excel Automotive Repair A-1 Automotive Repair & Service
Fox Valley Buick GMC St. Charles Toyota
Fox River Tire & Auto Discount Tire & Service, St. Charles
Best
Best
Best
Thank you for voting BWM Insurance Agency OF THE FOX! Full-Service Independent Insurance Agency Family owned and operated since 1926 Coverage available in all states Home | Auto | Business | Life | Health
SM-CL1804550
SM-CL1805577
Call Us Today! 630-879-0111 355 First St. | Batavia, IL 60510 email: kim@bwmins.com | www.bwmins.com
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Auto Body Repair
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Banquet Facility
Business Lunch
Coffee Shop
Riverside Receptions and Conference Center
Balmoral Restaurant
Arcedium Coffeehouse
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Apple Villa Famous Pancakes - Catering Herrington Inn & Spa
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery The Little Traveler
Graham’s 318 Coffeehouse The Corner Grind
Barbeque
Caterer
Deli
Firewater BBQ
Balmoral Restaurant
Josef’s Elegante Meat & Deli
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery Oak + Swine
Enticing Cuisine, Ltd Apple Villa Famous Pancakes - Catering
Deane’s Market & Deli DRM European Cafe & Delicatessen
Beer Garden
Chicken Wing
Diner
The Pub Maple Park
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
Geneva Diner
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery Schmidt’s Towne Tap
Atlas Chicken Shack Riverside Pizza & Pub
State Street Diner Daddio’s Diner
Breakfast
Chinese Food
Donut
Apple Villa Famous Pancakes
Gen-Hoe Restaurant
Fresh Donuts
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Alexander’s Cafe Buttermilk
East China Inn Chamber Red Chinese Bistro
Dimples Donuts Blue Goose Market
Brunch
Cocktail
Fish Fry
Balmoral Restaurant
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
Balmoral Restaurant
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Little Traveler Apple Villa Famous Pancakes
The Walrus Room Barrel & Rye
Schmidt’s Towne Tap The Walrus Room
Best
Best
Best
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Gyro
Ice Cream/Custard Shop
Italian Food
Just Kabobs
Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
Villa Verone Ristorante Italiano
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Kimmer’s Ice Cream Alice’s Place
Acquaviva Winery La Zaza Trattoria
Hamburger
Indian Food
Kid-Friendly Restaurant
Gillerson’s Grubbery The Burger Local
Taste of Himalayas
Apple Villa Famous Pancakes
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
India Palace Restaurant Indian Express Cuisine
Colonial Cafe Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
Hot Dog
Italian Beef
Lunch Value
Portillo’s Hot Dogs
Portillo’s Hot Dogs
The Little Traveler
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Pete’s Famous Hot Dogs Bulldogs Red Hots
Buona Beef Shack
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery Apple Villa Famous Pancakes
Best
Best
One of the Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
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Skippy’s Gyros Munchie P’s Eatery
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Martini
New Restaurant
Restaurant
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
Louie Angelo’s Fast Casual Italian
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Turf Room The Walrus Room
Riverside Pizza & Pub Cravings
The Little Traveler Apple Villa Famous Pancakes
Mexican Food
Pizza-Deep Dish
Ribs
Puebla Modern Mexican
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Bien Trucha Jose Maria’s
Charlie Fox’s Pizzeria & Eatery Giordano’s
Portillo’s Hot Dogs Charlie Fox’s Pizzeria & Eatery
Microbrewery
Pizza-Thin Crust
Salad
Penrose Brewing Company
Charlie Fox’s Pizzeria & Eatery
The Little Traveler
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery Riverlands Brewing Company
Riverside Pizza & Pub Aurelio’s Pizza
Stockholm’s Apple Villa Famous Pancakes
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
The World is Brighter when you Smile! EVENING & SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS • STATE OF THE ART FAMILY PRACTICE • COSMETIC DENTISTRY ACCEPTING • MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED •
NEW PATIENTS!
Drs. Andrew and Laura Elliff
1912 W. Wilson Street • Batavia, IL 60510
630.482.7200
www.Elliffdental.com
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Sub/Sandwich Shop
Thai Food
Crabby Boil
The Little Traveler
Tusk Thai Cuisine
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery E&S Fish Company
Jersey Mike’s Subs Deane’s Market & Deli
Vino Thai Bangkok Restaurant
Sports Bar
Sushi
Vegetarian Cuisine
The Pub Maple Park
Swordfish
The Little Traveler
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill Old Towne Pub & Eatery
Jurin Japanese Restaurant Sushi Station
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery The Walrus Room
Steak
Tavern/Pub
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
Stockholm’s Restaurant & Brewery
One of the Best
One of the Best
St. Charles Place FoxFire Restaurant
The Pub Maple Park McNally’s Pub
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Helping Keep America Clean One Room at a Time!
THANKS FOR VOTING ME ONE OF THE BEST FAMILY PHYSICIANS!
Claesson Carpet Cleaning
Dr. Algimantas S. Kerpe is board certified in internal medicine and is an independent, solo-practitioner in Geneva, Ill. He’s built a strong community connection spanning more than 30 years here in the tri-cities. In his independent practice, you’ll discover that he cares for adults by creating genuine relationships and giving personal attention. “I am passionate about defining greater health, healing and happiness for my adult patients through advanced medical
Claesson Carpet Cleaning is a small, family owned business. We thrive off of being a local business with a 97% customer return rate! So next time your carpet or furniture are not as clean as they should be, give us a call! We service most of Kane & Dekalb counties.
solutions while keeping an open mind to alternative therapies, “he said. “My goal is to create solid, long-standing relationships with each individual to serve as the basis for a very personalized primary care.” Dr. Kerpe welcomes new patients. DR. KERPE IS MOVING IN SEPTEMBER! SAME BUILDING. NEW SUITE.
Claesson Carpet Cleaning
WWW.CLAESSONCARPETCLEANING.COM
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!!
2172 BLACKBERRY DR. SUITE 112 • GENEVA
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SM-CL1800038
(630) 365-2099 or (815) 756-1566
A.S. KERPE, M.D. 630-262-3327
DOCTORKERPE.COM
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Hotel/Resort
Live Theatre
Herrington Inn & Spa
Hello Broadway Theatre Company
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Hotel Baker Comfort Inn & Suites Geneva - West Chicago
Paramount Theatre Goodly Creatures Theatre
Limo Service
Movie Theater
A-1 Airport Limousine Service, Inc. Round Trip Limo Service
Classic Cinemas Charlestowne 18 Theater
Best
Best
One of the Best
West Suburban Limousine
Marcus Elgin Cinema Cinemark Tinseltown USA
Live Music Venue
Travel Agency
Arcada Theatre
InterTrav
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Best
Best
EvenFlow Music & Spirits RiverEdge Park
Oui Travel Going Places Travel Center Inc.
THANK YOU Voted Best Family Physician by his patients
THANK YOU READERS
DR. PHILIP A. BRANSHAW, MD
FOX VALLEY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, LTD Ashley Hughes, FNP Kelsey Jimenez, FNP Maria Moreno, FNP Harry Rubinstein, MD Pardeep Sood, MD Valerie Heidenry, MD Rasa Kedainis, MD Ivan Begov, MD Harkamal Rehal, MD Erin Stillwell, PA -C Mark J. Bernhard, MD Sergio Mercado, MD Bob Manam, MD
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St. Charles Park District
is honored to be chosen as THE BEST SUMMER FUN
1180 W. Wilson St., Suite E • Batavia, IL 630.879.5700 • FAX 630-546-6457 2020 Ogden Ave. Suite 140 • Aurora, IL 60504 630.851.1144 • FAX 630.851.8837 www.foxvalleymedical.com SM-CL1806107
in Pottawatomie Park
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Alternative Medicine
Cosmetic Surgeon/Center
Family Physician
Sage Healing Collective
St. Charles Plastic Surgery/ Dr. Bahram Ghaderi
Dr. Philip A. Branshaw, M.D.
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
White Oak Family Wellness Hart Chiropractic
Vanishing Ink Laser Aesthetics Skin Deep Day Spa
Algimantas S. Kerpe, M.D. Reena R. Shah D.O.
Audiology / Hearing Health Care
Dentist
Fitness Center
Geneva Hearing Services
Elliff Dental
Geneva Fit, LLC
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Fox Valley Ear, Nose and Throat Linda Brestan, “Geneva Hearing Services”
Michael J. Whitted DDS Krizek Dental
Cross Kicks Fitness The Basement Gym
Chiropractor
Eye Doctor
Hospital
Hanson Family Chiropractic
Yuvan Douglas A OD
Delnor Community Hospital
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Hart Chiropractic Sage Healing Collective
Vision Source Kemperas Eyecare
Advocate Sherman Hospital Central DuPage Hospital
Best
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Best
Best
Best
Next Generation Pediatrics Dr. Jennifer Schening
THANKS FOR VOTING US
BEST Pediatrician
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3 YEARS IN A ROW!
We specialize in school physicals, ADHD, asthma, and alternative treatments such as homeopathy and herbal treatments.
WWW.NEXTGENPEDS.COM
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HEALTH&WELLNESS H ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE H CHIROPRACTOR H DENTIST
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Personal Trainer
Yoga/Pilates
AIM Physical Therapy
Mark Henry - PSN Fitness
Power Moves Yoga
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Advocate Medical Group Northwestern Medicine Primary Care
Geneva Fit, LLC 3-Step Fitness
Sage Healing Collective Bent Dog Yoga and Pilates
Orthodontist
Pharmacy
Kelly Orthodontics
Riley Drugs
One of the Best
One of the Best
Wazio Orthodontics Prose Orthodontics
Walgreens CVS
Best
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Best
Pediatrician Best
Best
Best
Best
Women’s Health Center Best
Sage Healing Collective
Next Generation Pediatrics One of the Best One of the Best
Jennifer L. Schening D.O. Patrick M. Esposito M.D.
AIM Physical Therapy Midwest Center for Women’s HealthCare
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Your Life Story Matters... Treating our clients and their families with dignity, compassion, and personal attention.
• Elder Law • Powers of Attorney, Wills, Trusts • Medicaid Planning/ Crisis Planning • Medicaid Denials/ Appeals • Probate/ Estate Administration Offices in Batavia and Oakbrook Will travel to you upon request
Elder Law • Estate Planning Medicaid • Asset Protection SM-CL1805027
630-761-3600
www.getelderlawhelp.com
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St Charles Location 3341 W. MainStreet St. Charles, IL60175 630-443-8888 www.charliefoxpizza.com
Geneva Location 1188 E. State Street Geneva, IL 60134 630-232-4321 www.charliefoxsgeneva.com
Enjoy FREE Mozzarella Sticks with any LG or XL Pizza Purchase St. Charles and Geneva locations only. Not valid with any other offer or coupon. Expires 12/31/20.
We love doing business in the Fox Valley community! Thank you for your loyal support!
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Thank You For Voting Us Best Thin Crust Pizza
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HOUSE&HOME • RETAIL H APPLIANCE STORE H GARDEN SHOP H HOME DECOR H Appliance Store
Garden Shop
Best Vac
The Little Traveler
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Lowe’s Home Improvement Olmstead’s TV
Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Wasco Nursery & Garden Center
Carpet/Flooring Store
Hardware/Home Improvement
Bill & Sid’s Most Excellent
Ace Hardware
One of the Best
One of the Best
Carlson’s Flooring Douglas Carpet One Floor & Home
Menards The Home Depot
Furniture Store
Home Decor
Best
Best
Best
Best
Strawflower Shop
Strawflower Shop
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Little Traveler Fast Frame
Wade’s World of Woodworking Red Hive Market
We make over 100 va ri e of Sm ties oked Meats a Sausa nd ges
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It is an Honor to Serve Our Community
Fine Quality Meats and Sausages
St. Charles, Illinois 405 E. Main St, 60174 603-584-0060
@reamsmeatmarket www.ReamsMeatMarket.com
yursfuneralhomes.com
SM-CL1803931
SM-CL1806118
Geneva, Illinois 41771 W State St, 60134 630-232-7337
A GREAT OLD FASHIONED FULL SERVICE MEAT MARKET
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Carpet Cleaners
Electrician
Claesson Carpet Cleaning
Ideal Electrical Contractors, Inc.
Best
Best
One of the Best
Hayes Home Improvements Vons Electric
Computer Repair
Handyman
Modern Business Computing
Homegrown Carpentry
One of the Best
One of the Best
ConsultNet, Inc. uBreakiFix
MW Specialties, Inc. Hayes Home Improvements
Deck Builder
Heating and A/C
Hayes Home Improvements
Doc’s HVAC
Best
Best
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One of the Best
The Right Guy Carpet Cleaning, Inc. Great Guys Cleaning and Concierge
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Homegrown Carpentry Aaron Thomas Enterprises
Orange Home Services Kustom Heating and Cooling
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Home Builder
Landscaper
Roofing/Siding
Royal Builders
Foracres Landscape Group
Higher Ground Roofing
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Havlicek Builders Inc. Hogan Design & Construction
Lawnboyz Landscaping, Inc. Tentinger Landscapes
Klemm Roofing Apex Exteriors, Inc.
Home Remodeler
Moving Company
Kane Home Cabinetry & Design
Berna Moving & Storage Inc.
One of the Best
One of the Best
MW Specialties, Inc. Fox Valley Bathtub Refinishing
M.K. Movers Murphy Family Movers
Interior Designer
Plumber
Lifestyle Design
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Tate Interiors Gatherings by Design
Valley Fire Protection & Plumbing River City Plumbing, LLC
South ElginBudokanMartial Arts
WEST SUBURBAN LIMOUSINE 630-668-6900 Since 1966, West Suburban Limousine has served the Fox Valley area.
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To students, clients, families, readers and friends of
The Budokan & PSN Fitness
We’re honored to be selected as this year’s
“One of the Best Limo Services.”
Thank You! For again voting us
For airport travel, wedding and special events, call West Suburban Limousine at 630-668-9600 or visit us on the web at westsublimo.com
‘One of The Best’ Martial Arts School ‘The Best’ Personal Trainer in Kane County for 2020! C Come try a class for FREE!
SM-CL1806079
SM-CL1803912
959 N La Fox St (Rt31) South Elgin, IL 60177 847-888-8866 www.SouthElginBudokan.com PSN Fitness 847-452-0336
WSL is the safest ground transportation option these days. Each vehicle is deeply cleaned after each trip and every driver wears a mask.
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Barber Shop
Dry Cleaners
Nail Salon
Beardsley Barber Shop
CD One Price Cleaners
Sage Healing Collective
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Marberry Cleaners Village Cleaners
Salon Anovin Hair Salon & Nail Salon Mixology Salon Spa
Best Philanthropic Group/ Charity
Massage
Photographer
Big Hearts of Fox Valley NFP
Sage Healing Collective
Sweet Kisses Photography
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Project Seth, LTD My Daughter’s Dress Boutique
Sarah Eli/Sarah Dick Massage White Oak Family Wellness
Stephanie Maurie Photograpy RCG Photography
Day Spa
Music Store/Instruction
Preschool/Daycare
Sage Healing Collective
Da Capo Music Studio
St. Patrick Preschool
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Simply Crystal Electrolysis and Skin Care Mixology Salon Spa
Sunrise Music Studio Music Matters School of Music
Bethlehem Preschool Center Creative Beginnings Preschool
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Mixology Salon Spa Beardsgaard Barbers
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THE BEST Medical Center and ONE OF THE BEST Womens Health Center!
WE SPECIALIZE IN:
CARPETS • UPHOLSTERY • AREA RUGS • TILE/GROUT ODOR CONTROL • PET STAINS AND SO MUCH MORE
NOW OFFERING CARPET SALES AND 24 HOUR ONLINE SCHEDULING CERTIFIED AND INSURED • RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL EXPERIENCED IN THE PROFESSIONAL CLEANING INDUSTRY SINCE 1997
The Right Guy Carpet Cleaning Inc thanks our customers for voting us One of the Best Carpet Cleaners!
The Right Guy Carpet Cleaning, Inc. TheRightGuyCarpetCleaning@gmail.com 630-264-4369
330 B Division Drive, Sugar Grove, IL Phone 630-777-3141 | Fax 630-777-3142 | website: aim-physicaltherapy.com SM-CL1803819
SM-CL1805763
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Salon Best
Cornerstone Hair Studio One of the Best
Salon Anovin Hair Salon & Nail Salon Mixology Salon Spa
Shoe Repair Best
Greg’s Shoe Repair One of the Best
Geneva Shoe Repair Heel Or Hide Shoe Repair
Thank You for Voting Us THE BEST Seafood!
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220 N. Randall Rd. || Batavia, IL || (630) 454-4392 || www.crabbyboil.com CURBSIDE PICK UP ONLY FOR NOW CLOSED MONDAYS | TUESDAY - SATURDAY 4-9PM | SUNDAY 4-8
Find us on Facebook and Instagram @Crabby_Boil for more updates on in house dining.
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Pet Kennel
Veterinary Clinic
Kountry Pet Resort & Training Center
Kountry Pet Resort & Training Center
South Town Animal Hospital
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
I Got This SIT, LLC. Woofbeach
Dogtopia Tanglewood Kennels LLC
Autumn Green Animal Hospital Animal House Veterinary Hospital
Pet Groomer
Pet Supply Store
Doggie Divine Pet Salon
The Puddle - Pet AquaFitness & Nutrition
One of the Best
One of the Best
Kountry Pet Resort & Training Center Auntie Britt’s Grooming
Bruce and Willy’s Natural Pet Source Two Bostons
Best
Best
for voting us Best of the Fox for 3 Years in a Row!
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FoxValleyHomeSearch.com
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(630) 965.9444
DOCSHVAC.COM
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Credit Union
Empire Accounting and Tax Service, LLC
KCT Credit Union
One of the Best
One of the Best
Lawrence J. Kimmel PC Apex CPAs & Consultants
EarthMover Credit Union DuPage Credit Union
Bank
Financial Advisor
American Eagle Bank
Edward Jones - Nick Ninedorf
Best
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Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Chase Bank Old Second National Bank
Geneva Investment Group Edward Jones - Tom Zarndt
Business to Business Service
Funeral Home
Wellspring Creative Communications
Yurs Funeral Homes Inc
One of the Best
One of the Best
when&how Communications Kon Printing Inc.
Moss Family Funeral Home Conley Funeral Home
Best
Best
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1049 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL • 630.892.8600 716 W State St, Geneva, IL • 630.232.8600 www.douglascarpetone.com
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Insurance Agency Best
Real Estate Office/ Broker Best
Buttrey Wulff Mamminga Insurance Agency
Amy Nelson - Capital Assets Group
One of the Best
One of the Best
Val Farkas Bridget Duniec
Lawyer
Senior Care, Retirement/ Assisted Living
Best
Feagans Law Group PC One of the Best
Dorjath Law Center Tietz Law Firm
Mortgage Broker
Best
Covenant Living at the Holmstad One of the Best
Asbury Gardens GreenFields of Geneva
Best
Cassandra Bajak - First Centennial Mortgage One of the Best
Kimberly Gehrke - Huntington Bank Two Roads Lending
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1. No monthly service fees or minimum balance requirements apply to this account. Cash back is a benefit you earn when all qualifications are met during a monthly statement cycle. You will receive 0.50% cash back on up to $5,000 on net purchases every month with your DuPage Credit Union Visa® Debit Card. ATM transactions, the purchase of money orders or any cash back requested over point-of-sale, cash advances, and peer to peer transactions may not be eligible for Cash Back Rewards. In addition, purchases made using third party payment accounts (such as Venmo and PayPal), may not be eligible for Cash Back Rewards. A maximum of $25 Cash Back Rewards monthly, up to a maximum of $300 cash back may be earned per year. Cash Back Rewards will be credited to your Cash Back Checking account on the last day of the month. To qualify for the Cash Back Rewards, you must meet the following requirements otherwise cash back is forfeited for that monthly cycle: have at least one ACH deposit(s) of $500, or cumulative of $1,000 deposited directly into your checking account and be enrolled to receive Online Statements. Other restrictions may apply. Member must be in good standing. 2. You may receive ATM rebates up to a cap of $20 per month including other financial institution fees imposed (excluding Visa foreign transaction fees). You must meet the Cash Back Checking qualifications each month to receive the ATM rebates.
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With Cash Back Checking, you’ll earn 0.50% cash back on debit card purchases.1
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Hazen Insurance Agency, Inc. America’s Insurance Agency of IL, Inc.
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Art Gallery
Cosmetic/Skin Care Store
The Little Traveler
The Little Traveler
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Water Street Studios 116GALLERY
Sage Healing Collective Odalisque Beauty Apothecary
Bookstore
Downtown Shopping District
Town House Books
Geneva - Third Street
One of the Best
One of the Best
Harvey’s Tales The Book Shop
Batavia Geneva Commons
Consignment/Resale Shop
Farm Store
Deja Vu Thrift Shop
Rustic Road Farm
Best
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
715 Vintage Paula’s Couture
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Trellis Farm & Garden
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1924 McDonald Rd. South Elgin www.PrettyStrongShop.com SM-CL1805230
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Cassandra Bajak Sr Mortgage Banker
M: 847.877.5588 D: 630.806.2146 C.Bajak@goFCM.com CassandraBajak.com NMLS: 304653 | AZ: 1008408 | FL: LO43631 | IL: 031.0028209 | WI: 304653
2019 & 2020
Facebook & Google reviews
NMLS #132763 (For licensing information, go to www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) 877.463.2610. AZ #BK-0928494, FL #MLD160, IL Residential Mortgage Licensee #MB.0004239, WI #43972BA. This is not an offer for extension of credit or a commitment to lend as defined by Section 12 CFR 1026.2 Regulation Z. Interest rates and products are subject to change at any time without notice or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock. All loans must satisfy company underwriting guidelines. 2380 Esplanade Drive, Suite 301, Algonquin, IL 60102 | 2471 W. Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL 60506. 81731_2007
We are humbled to be voted as THE BEST Cosmetic Surgeon/Center for the last six years. Thank you for your votes! Visit our photo gallery • www.stcharlesplasticsurgery.com • (630) 762-9697
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For nearly 20 years, Dr. Ghaderi has been helping people transform their visions into a beautiful reality. His personal attention, caring demeanor, expertise, and skill will make you feel special and confident as you work together toward your goals.
Kane County Chronicle / KCChronicle.com • Thursday, August 27, 2020
Trust 30 years of mortgage experience.
BEST OF THE FOX |
THANK YOU FOR VOTING ME BEST OFMOVE THE FORWARD. MOVE UP. MOVE DOWN. FOX 2020 OR MORTGAGE REFINANCE LENDER!
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Florist
Jeweler
Wild Orchid Custom Floral Designs
State Street Jewelers
One of the Best
One of the Best
Best
Best
Gatherings by Design The Local Petaler
Fox Jewelers Mr. Marco’s Jewelers
Gift/Card Shop
Shoe Store
Pretty Strong
The Little Traveler
One of the Best
One of the Best
Best
Best
The Little Traveler Hearth & Hammer General
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse Von Maur
Hobby/Craft Store
Women’s Clothing
Best
Best
Hobby Lobby
The Little Traveler
One of the Best
One of the Best
Michaels Red Hive Market
Bare Moxie Evernia
THANKS FOR VOTING US
ONE OF THE BEST IN KANE COUNTY
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SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! WHATEVER IT TAKES® 39w963 Midan Dr. • Elburn, IL 60119
630-845-3343 • orangehomeservices.com • 630-761-3343
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Thank you for Voting us Best Bank in the Fox Valley for 7 years in a Row!
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AMERICAN EAGLE BANK 556 Randall Road • South Elgin, IL 60177 (847) 742-7400 Fax (847) 742-7824 www.amEbank.com SM-CL1800951
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Bakery
Grocery Store
Meat Market
Eye Candy Bake Shop
Blue Goose Market
Ream’s Meat Market
Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Two Wild Seeds Baking Company The Little Traveler
Trader Joe’s Woodman’s Food Market
Josef’s Elegante Meat & Deli Blue Goose Market
Candy/Popcorn Store
Health Food Store
Wine Shop/ Selection
The Little Traveler
Fruitful Yield
One of the Best
One of the Best
Kernel’s Gourmet Popcorn & More Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
Rustic Road Farm Fresh Thyme Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Liquor Store
Rustic Road Farm
Binny’s Beverage Depot
One of the Best
One of the Best
Best
Best
Wiltse’s Farm Produce and Greenhouses French Market - Geneva
Best
Best
The Little Traveler One of the Best
Binny’s Beverage Depot Galena Cellars Winery & Tasting Room Geneva, IL
Best
Valley Liquors SavWay Fine Wines & Spirits
Thank You for Voting Stockholm’s THE BEST year after year!
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306 W State Street - Geneva, IL
630-208-7070
www.stockholmsbrewpub.com
THE BEST
ONE OF THE BEST
Restaurant Ribs Cocktails Martinis
Tavern/Pub Steaks Chicken Wings
Microbrewery Hamburger Barbeque Seafood Lunch Value
Beer Garden Vegetarian Cuisine Salads Kid-Friendly Lunch Business Lunch SM-CL1803823
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Thank You for Voting Us
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THE BEST
Roofing Company in Kane County!
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Bicycle Shop Best
The Village Pedaler One of the Best
Mill Race Cyclery Prairie Path Cycles - Batavia
Bowling Alley Best
St. Charles Bowl One of the Best
Funway Elgin Lanes
Dance Studio/School Best
Duet Dance Academy Inc. One of the Best
Vargo’s Dance 3rd Street Dance & Theatre Academy
Thank You for Voting us the Best Veterinary Clinic
Thank you for voting us
THE BEST
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1944 Gyorr yorr Avenue • South Elgin, Illinois 60177
(847) 695-7387 southtownanimalhospital.com ownanimalhospital.com
www.riversidereceptions.com
630-232-1330
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35 North River Lane Geneva, IL 60134
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Family Recreation
Gymnastics/Cheer Center
Summer Fun Park District Location
Sycamore Speedway
St. Charles Gymnastics Inc.
St. Charles Park District
One of the Best
Best
Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Iconic All-Stars Royal Empire Excel Gymnastics Academy
Pottawatomie Park Batavia Park District - Quarry
Festival
Martial Arts School
DuKane A.B.A.T.E. Toy and Food Motorcycle Run
Bill Cho’s United Taekwondo Center
Best
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One of the Best
Epic Air Trampoline Park Funway
Best
One of the Best One of the Best
Festival of the Vine - Geneva Swedish Days - Geneva
Golf Course Best
Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva, Inc. South Elgin Budokan Martial Arts
Sporting Goods Store Best
Dick Pond Athletics St. Charles
Sycamore Park District One of the Best One of the Best
Pottawatomie Park Settler’s Hill Golf Course
DICK’S Sporting Goods Play It Again Sports
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