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WHAT’S INSIDE Austin’s Violin Shop............................................................................... 12 Best Vac........................................................................................................6 Bird Is The Word.........................................................................................2 Elite Furniture Resale............................................................................ 12 Family Flooring America.........................................................................7 Fox Valley Auto Group.......................................................................... 11 Heritage Woods...................................................................................... 15 House of Fireplaces................................................................................ 10 Kane County Mutual Insurance Co.......................................................5 Little Red Barn Door.................................................................................3 Modern Dentistry................................................................................... 16 Neat Life Design........................................................................................4 Northern Illinois Food Bank...............................................................8-9 Orange Heating & Cooling.....................................................................4 Seniors Helping Seniors....................................................................... 13 TG Tools..................................................................................................... 14 Page 2 • Insight • August 2019 | Special Advertising Section

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Little Red Barn Door To Open Specialty Baby Boutique On Geneva’s Historic Third Street Inside a little shop at 227 S. Third St, Geneva, on the upper level in the historic Berry House, something amazing is happening. What once was a simple online home décor shop has blossomed into not one brick and mortar location, but three, specializing in local craftsmanship, architectural salvage and unique baby items.

The second location, a warehouse at 731 N 17th St, St. Charles, staged its grand opening in August. An extension of the shop in Geneva, Little Red Barn Door’s Warehouse carries even more furniture, home decor and new inventory that can’t be found in the shop and is open for special seasonal events.

But it doesn’t stop there. The shop’s baby items have been such a hit consuming and expensive. We knew opening a brick-and-mortar would with customers, that a third location, Little Barn Baby, a baby boutique, eliminate all that and hopefully open more doors for us.” is opening this month at 207 S. Third Street #110, in Geneva, carrying Torres was right. Not only did having a storefront eliminate the burden of packaging and shipping, it also enabled the business to carry bigger and heavier items like custom furniture. Little Red Barn Door sources and carries products from local makers and crafters, offering unique, oneof-a-kind finds and restages the shop monthly with new decor, furniture and architectural salvage. Some of its more popular items include locally made candles, pillows, gnomes, and signs.

And from the brand new Little Barn Baby, customers can expect the same fine quality and local craftsmanship the company is known for, but all geared toward the little ones. Gifts, nursery décor, books, toys and essentials – all made with the same care and attention to detail customers have found at the original Little Red Barn Door.

Little Red Barn Door is located at 227 S. Third St., Suite 205, Geneva and is open Tues-Wed 10am-5pm, Thurs-Sat 10am-6pm & Sun 12pm-5pm.

Call (630) 402-0072 or email hello@littleredbarndoor.com for more information, or visit the store’s Facebook page. The warehouse is open by unique baby gifts and nursery essentials.

Owner Sylvia Torres says it is the mix of both old and new items that appointment and for special events. makes Little Red Barn Door and its sister shops unique.

“We are also very fortunate to work with a great group of talented local small businesses that help us stock the shop with all the beautiful unique items we carry,” she says. “I try to pay attention to what people want and I always go with my gut. I want to stay true to my ‘brand’ and offer my customers something they will not find at a big box store. The shopping experience they have each time they come in to the shops will be different, and we are always working to bring in new items that will appeal to our customer base.”

But while its growth has been impressive, the beginnings were as modest and homegrown as the name of the shop, itself.

“We came up with the name Little Red Barn Door from an actual little red barn door we bought at a market. I saw the door and fell in love with it and knew I had to have it,” she says. “Within a small amount of time we started having a lot of orders and the packaging/shipping was so time-

Tues-Wed 10am – 5pm, Thurs-Sat 10am – 6pm & Sun 12pm – 5pm 227 S. Third St., Suite 205, Geneva • (630) 402-0072 • littleredbarndoor.com Insight • August 2019 | Special Advertising Section • Page 3

changes herself — emptynest, downsizing, moving, working from home and transitioning her mother to an assisted living.

Chambers has a passion for making spaces organized and creating surroundings that are a functional backdrop to life.

“I bring a no-judgment and empathetic approach to your project and look forward to working with you on your transition,” notes Chambers.

Meet Stacy Chambers, owner of Neat Life Design, a Fox Valley-based professional organization company that declutters, cleans, organizes and designs better and more functional spaces with a nojudgment approach.

With Neat Life Design, you will receive hands-on service to accomplish your project. Even after the job is completed, Neat Life Design can help you maintain your organization goals.

Neat Life can assist in many life transitions, such as the following: • Moving, downsizing, rightsizing or getting ready to list your home • Death of a loved one; sorting and organizing possessions • Divorce and transitioning your home or spaces • Working from home with a functional office space • New baby or empty-nester; how to better design your spaces

Services include: • Sorting and removing clutter and unwanted items, cleaning and organizing • Closet and bath, kitchen and pantry, laundry, living room • Eco-friendly cleaning and organizing advice • Storage design Neat Life Design can even help you prepare for a move by sorting, packing and designing your new space, unpacking your items and helping you arrange and organize your new home.

“Everyone's journey is unique, but we are all trying to get to the same place where we are calm, happy and ourselves,” says Chambers, who has experienced many life

Contact Neat Life Design to schedule a free in-home consultation to better access your project needs and prepare a plan of action. Neat Life Design offers a First-Time Client Special: Three Hours Hands-on Declutter and Organize for $150.

Contact Stacy at 630-998-3054. stacy@neatlifedesign.com www.neatlifedesign.com SM-CL1688700

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Orange Home Services is Batavia’s and Geneva’s award-winning heating & air conditioning choice

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hether you are sweltering in the summer heat or trying to stay toasty warm in the depths of winter, Orange Home Services offers the quality and experience customers can rely on for residential heating and cooling needs.

The company is now a factory authorized Bryant dealer, offering premium comfort system products in the industry.

Jim Cannella and his wife Cindy, and the whole Orange team are committed to the area and the people. Family-owned and operated since 2010, they strive to keep their clients comfor table and completely satisfied with their services, including: maintenance and replacement of furnaces and air conditioners, custom duct work, humidifiers, thermostats and indoor air quality improvement.

Jim has more than 25 years in the HVAC industry and has trained the entire Orange Home Services team to share his high standards for excellence, experience and quality of work at every job site. They just hired their 3rd veteran and are proudly training our 1st female technician.

The Cannella’s believe in treating people the same way they want to be treated, and this business

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philosophy has resonated with their client base.

For the third year in a row, Orange Home Services has been recognized as the Daily Herald Readers’ Choice for Best of the Best HVAC company, and won Kane County Chronicle’s 2019 “Best of the Fox” for Best Heating & Cooling as well as the 2019 A A BE award for family business category and Br yant’s Circle of Champions Award.

This continuing recognition shows that customers in the Fox Valley appreciate Orange Home Services’ quality service and excellent cr a f t s ma n s hip. T hey a r e licensed, bonded, and insured.

Orange Home Services operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week to serve their customers.

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AFFORDABLE PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR MORE THAN 90 YEARS IN 1925, a group of 36 farmers who could not find insurance

anywhere else formed their own company, Kane County Mutual Insurance Co. Over ninety years later, the company remains focused on providing its customers with service that exceeds their expectations.

“The company was originally formed to fill a need for affordable property insurance in a rural area,” said manager Kathy Rice.

“We still feel we offer a competitive product for our policy holders today.”

The company provides property insurance coverage for farms, homes, rental properties, condos, tenants, structures under construction, as well as certain types of boats and RV’s. Equipment Breakdown Coverage can be added to your homeowners, farm owners or rental dwelling policies at a reasonable cost. The company has several convenient payment options as well. It is a small company that markets its products through various independent agencies, and remains based in Geneva, originally selected because it was the seat of Kane County.

While much has changed during the past 90+ years, the company’s current leadership understands what has helped Kane County Mutual stand the test of time.

“We maintain good relationships with our agents and our policy holders,” Rice said. When you call our office you will always talk to a real person.”

Kane County Mutual Insurance, a Grinnell Mutual member, takes pride in being a farm mutual insurance company, owned by the policy holders, which helps keep premiums reasonable, since there are no stock holders to satisfy. For the future, the company plans to pursue controlled, sustainable growth by adding more agencies throughout Northern Illinois, where it does business.

The company understands that those plans for the future can only occur if it remains focused on what it values most, its customers.

“You are never just a number, but a person with our company,” Rice said. “Our company was founded on the Golden Rule, and we still adhere to that concept today.”

Kane County Mutual available through these local Independent agencies All Insurance Services McHenry, IL (815) 344-2345

Hometowne Insurance Services Oswego, IL (630) 554-4040

August Vincent, Inc. Huntley, IL (847) 217-2184

Kane Mutual Insurance Service Geneva, IL (630) 232-0152

August Vincent, Inc. Davenport, IL (563) 823-5725

Lauritzen Insurance Agency Dwight, IL (815) 584-3008

BMC Insurance Agency Hinckley, IL (815) 286-3273

Pardridge Insurance, Inc. Sycamore, IL (815) 758-4447

Calfa For Insurance Algonquin, IL (847) 658-5700

Resource Insurance Agency DeKalb, IL (815) 748-1463

Complete Insurance Services Joliet, IL (815) 723-3535

Turk Financial Services Elgin, IL (847) 214-1699

First Insurance Group Plano, IL (630) 552-3447

Weer/Woellert Insurance Agency Spring Grove, IL (815) 675-1007

Fox Valley Insurance Center Sugar Grove, IL (630) 466-1700

417 Williamsburg Ave., Geneva (630) 232-0762 • www.KaneCountyMutual.com MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Insight • August 2019 | Special Advertising Section • Page 5

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FREE annual vacuum tuneup 4 FREE dry carpet cleaning rentals per year FREE vacuum assembly FREE service loaners Discounted labor rates Expedited repair turnaround time est Vac is one of the most experienced vacuum stores in the Midwest. 2019 marks their 42nd year of serving the area’s cleaning needs. This year they have also expanded their offering of natural and eco-friendly products.

Originally established in 1977 as a Rug Doctor carpet cleaning rental store, in 1983 the business transformed into the vacuum repair and vacuum retailer we know today — Best Vac. Owner Ron Vohs teamed up with his wife, Kelly, in 1998 to purchase the St. Charles business.

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Today, Best Vac offers vacuum cleaners from leading manufacturers like Miele, Riccar and SEBO, as well as a full range of parts and accessories for all brands of vacuums. Best Vac operates a full-time, in-house service department and services all brands of vacuums, as well as home environment products such as air purifiers.

Ron credits Kelly with the firm’s expansion into all-natural products. Now more than ever, you’ll find things at Best Vac you won’t find anywhere else in the area. Replace your dryer sheets with all-natural and chemical-free wool dryer balls. Made from pure New Zealand wool, these dryer balls are hypoallergenic and save time, energy and money. What about Moso Bags made from bamboo charcoal? They remove odors, allergens and harmful pollutants naturally for up to two years. Moso is fragrance-free, non-toxic and keeps children and pets safe. Best Vac now also features a host of natural and chemical-free cleaning products, and has added essential oils and diffusers. Ron and Kelly personally use

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all products before offering them for sale and only offer the best to their customers.

The Vohs have built their business with a philosophy of building relationships and helping customers rather than simply selling to them. They focus on solving problems and offering a solution that makes life easier for their customers.

Every homeowner has a different cleaning situation — pets, allergies, carpet type, hard floor surfaces, and of course budget.

The Vohs and the other experts at Best Vac take the time to demonstrate the features available on a variety of models, showing you how they perform and letting you make direct comparisons between them.

The flooring industry has changed dramatically over the years and it is now imperative to choose the correct vacuum for your home.

The wrong vacuum can damage your floors and there are even carpet manufacturers who void their warranty if certain brands of vacuums are used on their products.

Like any business owner, the Vohs have experienced their share of challenges as big box stores and Internet dealers descended on the marketplace. But there are no substitutes for experienced and

BEST VAC

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knowledgeable staff who can help you make the best decision for your needs and the opportunity for you to try before you buy.

Also, Ron explains that just because they are a small, familyowned business does not mean they are more expensive. In fact, Best Vac sells better products at similar or even lower price points. For example, you can purchase a high-quality Americanmade Riccar vacuum from Best Vac for as low as $249.

Despite increased competition from big box stores and Internet retailers, 2016, 2017 and 2018 were three of the best years in Best Vac’s 41-year history.

“We continue to offer quality products, competitive prices, and we service what we sell,” Ron said.

The Internet is no longer a cheaper option. Internet retailers can no longer absorb paying for free shipping and paying the sales tax on Internet orders, so prices are increasing. Also, a number of companies are not allowing their products to be sold online in order to maintain the integrity of the product.

With local firms like Best Vac, far more of your tax dollars remain in the area to support the community compared to big box or online companies.

“A good vacuum is designed to last a long time,” Ron said. “Unlike some newer manufacturers that don’t even make parts for their vacuums, Best Vac supports and services all of the products we sell with our on-site experienced service technicians.”

To find your perfect vacuum, visit vacguys.com or take a test drive at 2015 Dean St., Suite 3, in St. Charles.

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LOCAL OWNERSHIP+ NATIONAL BUYING POWER = Family Gary Titiner grew up in the flooring business, working at his father’s store from the time he was a child. After graduating from law school, Titiner followed his heart and began working full-time for his father, learning something new every day.

When his father retired in 2010, Titiner started Family Flooring America. Titiner considers it to be built upon a 50+ year family legacy of experience and knowledge.

He says he’s in the flooring business because, quite simply, he loves it. “Every day provides new experiences.” he said. “I love that we help make our customers’ homes more beautiful.”

Family Flooring America is a full-service flooring store with an extensive selection of carpet, hardwood, ceramic, LVT, area rugs and window coverings. In addition, they offer installation on all of their products. And with financing options, it is easy for people to get their dream floors.

Why put a store in Saint Charles? Titiner said it was a no-brainer. “St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, in fact, the entire Fox River valley was a great location for my dad, and is for me. People here expect and appreciate excellent quality in both product and service. They know a great value when it is presented.” he said.

Titiner says his business offers a perfect blend of big and small. “We are locally owned, but we have the buying power of the big box stores. It’s economies of scale at its best.”

First and foremost, it is a locally owned family business, and so his customer’s money stays in the community. “We care about this community because we live in it” he said. “There are many places you can buy flooring, but there is no other place that cares as much as we do. We live here and we work here. This is our community; this is our home!”

At the same time, Family Flooring America is part of a 500+ store co-op that provides everything that large-scale, national retailers have. With access to first-class marketing, advertising and training he is able to effectively promote the business and train his staff. National pricing on his products allows him to pass on the savings to his customers, and not be the prey of the big box stores.

As part of the Flooring America co-op, they also offers programs such as the “Confidence Plus Warranty” which allows customers to replace their floor at no charge, just because they don’t like it. Due to the Family Flooring America staff being committed to helping customers find just what they want, however, it is rarely used.

Titiner does realize choosing new flooring can be overwhelming. There are so many different available options. It’s about asking the right questions and finding out about a customer’s needs.

Titiner said that the secret to success really isn’t a secret.

“It is simply exercising the long-proven practice of taking care of customers and delivering a fantastic experience.” he said.

“At the end of the day, we want to give our customers great flooring at a great price, and an overall fantastic value. We want to earn their business.” And there’s nothing more rewarding than having a repeat customer.

“We have people who say they would never shop anywhere else. People throw out the word trust a lot in business, but you can’t sell trust. You have to earn it. And that is what we try to do every day!”

“Our company slogan is “Where Friends Send Friends” he said. “We take that very seriously. We know that if a customer will send their friend to us, then we have done our job well.”

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2015 Dean Street, Monday & Wednesday 10-8, St. Charles, IL 60174 Tuesday & Thursday 10-6, (630) 584-9300 www.WeFloor.com Friday & Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-4

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SERVING MATTERS

Join us in providing 1.2 million meals each week to hungry neighbors across Northern Illinois

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Since its first distribution on April 28, 1983, Northern Illinois Food Bank has served hungry neighbors in Northern Illinois through its network of food pantries, youth and senior feeding programs, and its mobile pantry program-a truck that travels to high-need areas distributing thousands of pounds of food.

The Food Bank also offers SNAP (food stamps) outreach to help neighbors in need learn if they qualify, and/or assist in completing an application. The Food Bank also provides nutrition education classes to children and seniors throughout Northern Illinois.

The Food Bank’s vision: for no one to be hungry in Northern Illinois. To accomplish this, Northern Illinois Food Bank, a non-profit organization and member of Feeding America, engages manufacturers, local groceries, corporations, foundations, and individuals to come together to donate food and funds, and evaluate and repack food for distribution to more than 900 partner feeding programs food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and youth and senior feeding programs that serve more than a half-million people every year.

The Food Bank has four centers: in Geneva (West Suburban Center), Park City (North Suburban Center) Rockford (Northwest Center), and Joliet (South Suburban Center). Last year, the Food Bank provided 69 million meals - more than 80 million pounds of food - to neighbors in need across Northern Illinois.

Of that, 1.6 million meals were served to children, and more than 290,000 to seniors.

How to Get Involved - No matter what or how much you have to give, whether that’s food, time, or funds, there’s a place for you in the food bank family. Volunteer - multiple volunteer shifts per week at SSC - including daytime, evening and weekends (ages 8 and up.)

September is Hunger Action Month - Established by Feeding America, the national initiative raises awareness of hunger and food insecurity in local communities in order to engage the community in the mission of solving hunger. There are many ways for folks to get involved this September to support Hunger Action Month: Volunteer at a Pack-A-Thon - Help the Food Bank reach its goal of packing over 150,000 pounds of food. Each PackA-Thon consists of four 2-hour volunteer shifts. Pack-AThon dates: Fri. Sept. 6 - Geneva, Fri. Sept. 13 - Joliet, Fri. Sept. 20 - Park City, Fri. Sept. 27 - Rockford. Register at SolveHungerToday.org/HAM. Visit SolveHungerToday.org/Volunteer to see all volunteer opportunities, and sign up directly from the online calendar. Volunteers are needed for the online food pantry distributions in DeKalb on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Donate - Every $1 donated helps provide $8 in groceries for hungry neighbors in Northern Illinois.

How to get help - If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, please visit SolveHungerToday. org/GetHelp to find information on local food pantries and upcoming mobile pantry distributions. On the Get Help page there is information about how the SNAP Outreach Team can help you apply for SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits. Call the SNAP line at 800-644-SNAP (7627) to speak with a team member directly.

Northern Illinois Food Bank 273 Dearborn Court, Geneva IL 60134 (Headquarters) Business Hours: M-F 8am-5pm; Sat 9am-12pm Phone: 630-443-6910 Email: communications@northernilfoodbank.org Website: www.SolveHungerToday.org

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ouse of Fireplaces aspires to be your “one-stop fireplace shop,” where we can meet all of your fireplace needs, from complete installation of new fireplaces to technical support and advice. We offer gas, wood and electric fireplaces, gas logs, inserts, custom glass doors, custom mantels, granite, marble, cultured stone, installation and superb service.

Come see our newly-updated and re-designed showroom. Marvel at our dramatic new centerpiece, the Heat & Glo True masonry-styled direct vent fireplace, our new line of durable Broilmaster grills, and all our new displays and products. We’ve made a major investment to make your shopping experience even better.

Showroom manager Kevin Sandell represents the

third generation of the Sandell family business. Kevin manages the retail side of the business while his father, Mark Sandell, manages the wholesale side.

full time shortly after graduating college with a degree in business administration, and took over showroom operations in 2010.

Founded in 1953 by Stanley Sandell after his return from the Navy in World War II, the business began as one of the first distributors of the Thulman wood burning fireplace. When Thulman turned into the Majestic Fireplace Company, the business took the name Majestic Distributing. Originally a strictly wholesale company selling the Majestic Fireplace to builders and heating contractors, we opened our first retail outlet in 1963—and House of Fireplaces was born.

“We have been selling fireplaces since the very beginning of the air-cooled prefabricated fireplace,” Kevin said. “We have seen the industry go from one manufacturer to hundreds, from three fireplace choices to thousands. Throughout this evolution, we have continued to adapt to the changing tastes by adding more options, brands and choices for the customer.”

Kevin, who started at the bottom sweeping the warehouse after school as a kid, worked summers and winters while going to school. He started working

We offer the best fireplaces, and with the most knowledgeable employees, the best possible customer service before and after the sale.

some of the exceptional fireplaces and options available. We would also like to add an outdoor products display area.

We go the extra mile in customer service. One of our funniest and most memorable experiences happened when a customer came in with his wife to look at gas logs. He really liked the gas grills, but she was not interested in the grills. So they looked at log sets and left.

We look forward to discovering how the fireplace industry will change and what new things there will be. We would like to see an increase in our in-house manufactured products, perhaps including a millwork shop for in-house custom mantels or a metal shop for high quality chase tops.

A couple days later, the wife returned, saying she would like to buy the grill for her husband as a surprise birthday present. She bought the grill and asked us to hold it until they came back for a log set. Later that week, the husband returned by himself and said he would like to buy the grill without his wife knowing about it.

Somehow, we managed to hold him off on buying the grill. It ended up being a great surprise for him when they came in to get the gas log set, and he saw the grill with a big bow on it.

Our

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future plans include expanding the showroom space during the next year to better showcase

Although we look forward to the future, we are extremely proud of our long history as a family-run business. We have been turning houses into homes for 60 years.

HOUSE OF FIREPLACES 1255 Bowes Road, Elgin (847) 741-6464 thehouseoffireplaces.com Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Part-Time Paid Positions OPEN with Seniors Helping Seniors Fox Valley As our aging population continues to grow, more and more families are turning to in-home care services for the non-medical needs of seniors.

Seniors Helping Seniors is a nationwide franchise for in-home care founded on the unique philosophy that seniors connect best with other seniors because of their understanding and compassion gained from the wisdom of life experience. Seniors Helping Seniors of Fox Valley is owned by St. Charles native and retired U. S. Navy Captain, Caroline (Carlson) Olinger.

In order to meet the needs of seniors and their families, Seniors Helping Seniors is looking for loving, flexible and patient men and women (~40+) to help serve our clients as Providers. Required qualification for Providers are good health, valid

driver license/current insurance, available to work 12-20 hrs./week, cell phone and computer access.

Many of our clients, known as Receivers, live in their own home but can no longer do daily routines independently, such as laundry, errands, and meal preparation. Providers help with those daily tasks, and more. In their time spent together, Providers and Receivers develop deep relationships of trust and care which add a mutually rewarding dimension.

“Getting to know receivers and their families is an added benefit to the rewards of helping them stay in their homes and function as independently as possible.” is interacting with Receivers.”

“It is a wonderful thing to give back and help other seniors during difficult times. It may be someone who just needs a little help for a short while or for a more long term situation.”

“Seniors Helping Seniors has been such a positive experience for me over the past nine years. The seniors we care for have had such full lives and I always learn something from them…”

If you meet the basic requirements and have a heart for helping others, please call Seniors Helping Seniors of Fox Valley at (630) 937-4246 or go to our website, https://seniorcarefoxvalley. com and fill out an on-line application via the “Interested in Becoming a Caregiver” tab. We look forward to hearing from you!

Perhaps you would like to become a part of a senior’s life and be of service to your community. Do you find purpose and meaning in being a listening companion and helping others in need? Do you like to keep active and find satisfaction in the completion of tasks? Your abilities and talents can make a difference in the daily lives of seniors. Our Providers are retired teachers, homemakers, chaplains, business managers, nurses, and include various other backgrounds.

From our Providers about their experience working for Seniors Helping Seniors of Fox Valley: “Caring for people who have lived the same life as we have gives us a lot in common. It’s a great concept and I would recommend it to anyone who’s looking for meaningful part time work and a few extra dollars.”

“I like doing work that has the potential to make a difference in someone’s life. It is a rewarding and community service opportunity for us. The best part

Seniors Helping Seniors of Fox Valley

(630) 937-4246

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SINCE 1987

TG TOOLS HAS BEEN SUPPLYING THE HIGHEST QUALITY

DRILL BITS & CUTTING TOOLS

TO THE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY Since 1987 TG Tools has been supplying the highest quality drill bits and cutting tools to the manufacturing industry.

TG Tools is the U.S. Division of Jiangsu Tiangong Industrial. Its warehouse and offices are located in St. Charles, IL. This central location and a dedicated staff allow the company to maintain excellent customer support throughout the United States and Canada.

Whether your requirements are for one drill bit or one million, TG Tools stands by all of its products with a oneyear, 100% satisfaction guarantee. “You can go into any hardware store and buy a drill bit, for say $5, and that bit may hold up 6 times and break,” says TG Tools Director of Sales and Marketing Richard Kutok.

“We are able to produce the highest quality drill bits of anyone in the industry because we don’t have to buy materials from anyone,” says Kutok. “We have our own steel mills, furnaces to manufacture the drill bits, one of the largest electric furnaces in China, our own coal mines to heat the furnaces, and even our own mountains to bring in the iron ore.”

TG Tools has built its business on hardware retailers,

distributors and ecommerce business.

While TG Tools handles a complete line of drill bits, its KIK® Series of multi-functional HS Brad Point Bits, Spade Bits and Forstner Bits are the unique core of TG Tools’ innovative research and engineering. All their patented drill bits have been tested and proven “to be the best” by Atrona Laboratories of Machesney Park, Il. “Our KIK® Spade bit works in woods, plastic sheet metals, brass copper, pvc plus it will bore a curved path,” says Kutok. “Our HS Brad Point bit will work in those same materials, plus acrylic. It will give you a perfect ‘in’ and a perfect ‘out.’ It can work in these different materials due to the fact that we sharpen both the inside and the outside of the extrusion flutes, and we put six cutting at the tip, providing 20% more cutting surface.

“Our KIK® Forstner Bits will work in acrylic and all types of wood, except bloodwood and ironwood,” says Kutok. “It will give you a perfect hole; it will mill, drill, route, channel, cut and bore. It, too, will give you a curved path. A Big Plus, is all of our bits can be resharpened.”

TG Tools is also a full-line manufacturer, producing cobalt, heavy duty, concrete, black oxide, titanium-coated, and

silver and deming drill bits. “The majority of these bits come individually packaged, as well as in sets,” says Kutok. “We will be promoting the sets in our first annual warehouse sale in September.”

Don’t miss TG Tools’ Warehouse Sale Thursday, Sept. 26 and Friday, Sept. 27 from 7 am to 5 pm, and Saturday, Sept 28 from 8 am to 3 pm, 1010 Cedar Ave., St. Charles, IL.

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1010 Cedar Ave. • Saint Charles IL 60174 DUNS 187629543 Tel: 800-687-4122, 630-584-4122 Fax: 630-584-4722 For Sales: sales@mytgtools.com For Information: info@mytgtools.com Email: TGTools@sbcglobal.net SM-CL1694948

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