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8 BETWEEN THE LINES Downers Grove artist Dorothy Bury Shaw blends art and narrative 10 ICE, ICE BABY Take in an outdoor festival that’s worth the winter chill 12 EDITOR’S CHOICE Great holiday gift choices are easy to find 14 FAMILY FESTIVE Take in great local events for young and old

BUSINESS & CIVIC 16 DRIVING IN THE SNOW 32nd Annual Chilly Open Golf Outing opens the links for golf’s most loyal.

18 COMMUNITY AND CHARISMA Marta Cullen designs a life of dreams in Downers Grove

FAMILY IN FOCUS

14 FAMILY FESTIVE

19 HOW TO STAY IN TOUCH With your parents when life gets busy

FASHION AND BEAUTY 20 WRAP UP GREAT FASHION Give the gift of friendship and timeless style 24 SHOP THE SEASON At the newly renovated Stratford Square Mall

TRAVEL 27 CHRISTMAS IN ‘NÜREMBERG’ Get in the holiday spirit at osthoff’s Christmas market

DINING & ENTERTAINING 28 ALL THAT BUBBLES IS NOT CHAMPAGNE Fun facts about your favorite holiday drink.

OUT & ABOUT 30 ARTIST SHOWCASE George Cefallio of Downers Grove share his oil paintings.

Take in great local events for young and old

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Editor’s Note Happy holidays from Suburban Life Magazine! It is hard to believe that the holidays are upon us, considering the unseasonably warm temperatures we experienced throughout October and November. But time ticks on despite the weather, and we all are beginning to prepare for yet another winter, however mild it may be.

In this Downers Grove and Westmont edition of Suburban Life Magazine, we have the lowdown on all the upcoming holiday activities, from visits with Santa to community food drives, and even a “chilly” golf outing in the works in Westmont.

We preview the annual wintertime Ice Sculpture Festival in Downers Grove, and speak with some of the artists who get involved year after year.

Speaking of artists, we took time to sit down with Downers Grove’s own Dorothy Bury Shaw, an artist whose recent works in colored pencil are stunningly detailed and painstakingly intricate. We talk to her about her background, her process, and her inspiration behind these impressive pieces.

The Holidays are a time for thankfulness, and also for giving! So we have great sources for your holiday shopping. Check

out our editor’s choice for great gifts in the neighborhood, filled with nifty stocking stuffers and fun family gifts guaranteed to bring a smile to the faces of your friends and loved ones.

Looking for the complete shopping experience? Head north to Stratford Square Shopping Center. Stratford is undergoing a massive renovation, and we have all the details of the new stores, new restaurants and more to fill your day, and your holiday gift list this season.

We also have experts in fashion and wine to help you make great holiday choices, whether you are buying for a friend…or yourself!

Whatever your pleasure this winter, you can find it here in the pages of Suburban Life Magazine, and just steps out your front door!

Best wished to you and your loved ones this season!

Thanks for reading–

Sherri Dauskurdas Editor

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Oh, Christmas tree!

Find a tree that makes the cut for your holiday festivities For more than 100 years, Christmas trees have heralded the beginning of a much beloved and highly-celebrated season. Families around the world treasure the tradition of selecting, and often, even cutting down their own Christmas trees.

Fresh tree sales have been on the rise in recent years. “Many understand the choosing of a real tree is actually good for the environment.

Christmas trees are grown on tree farms like ours and are intended to be harvested and replanted. Tree farms stabilize the topsoil, protect the water supply, provide refuge for wildlife, produce oxygen and filter the air,” she said. “Trees are a recyclable and renewable resource whereas artificial trees contain nonbiodegradable plastics and metals.”

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13332 BELL ROAD | LEMONT www.PuckervilleFarms.com cmilella23@yahoo.com 708-508-0906 Puckerville Farms offers pre-cut Fraser fir trees, which are grown in Allegan, Michigan, and brought back to Lemont, the day before Thanksgiving. Puckerville Farms then opens the day after Thanksgiving and will remain open until Christmas Eve, or when they run out of trees... whichever comes first. Puckerville Farms also offers custom-decorated wreaths and garlands, table top trees and more. Puckerville is open Monday-Friday, 3-7 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

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Once you have found your perfect tree, stop back at the “little red shed” where you will find a warm atmosphere with an array of interesting farm antiques on display.

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Open: Friday after Thanksgiving from 9 am to 4 pm; November 29, 30, December 1, 7 and 8 from 9 am to 4 until sold out for the year. (After that please call ahead Abbey Farms is a not-for-profit or check the website.) Payment: Cash, organization run by and for the Monks check, only. Checks must include a proper of Marmion Abbey in Aurora. Operating form of ID.A ll Pines are $39. This includes since 1949, Abbey Farms is one of the Scotch and White. All Spruces are $53. oldest farms open to the public in the This includes Blue, White and Black Hills. area. Proceeds from the enterprise benefit All Firs are $69. This includes Balsam, the continuation of different ministries Concolor and Douglas. Trees up to 14 feet. performed by the Monks of Marmion No one allowed in the field after 4. Baling Abbey. Abbey Farms offers a variety of and shaking are free. Saws available for pine trees for cutting on more than 120 borrowing. Dog friendly, but it must be on a acres. Also sold are fresh pre-cut fir leash and be both dog and people friendly. trees from Michigan. Trees come with You-Choose and You-Cut varieties: Austrian a complimentary shaking and netting.

Pine, Balsam Fir, Black Hills Spruce, Blue Leashed pets are welcome. New this year Spruce, Canaan Fir, White Fir (Concolor Fir), will be Abbey Farm’s Pine Tree Café offering Douglas Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine, White fresh, made-from-scratch entrees and Spruce. bakery items. Santa will be on hand to visit with the children. Christmas tree season Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm begins the weekend before Thanksgiving 1741 S. WEBER RD. | LOCKPORT and ends December 23, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Kaity@sigelsfarm.com Visitors after dark are encouraged to bring 815-741-2693 flashlights.

Open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday Kuipers Family Farm 10 am to 4 pm Thanksgiving to Christmas 1N318 WATSON ROAD | MAPLE PARK Eve. Precut Christmas trees, Christmas www.KuipersFamilyFarm.com wreaths, garlands, Santa appearances, 815-827-5200 Christmas decorations, trees bagged, trees Kuipers Farm offers pre-cut Fraser firs that tied, tree shaking provided, trees baled, gift they bring in from North Carolina. Kuipers shop, concessions / refreshment stand, also offers handmade wreaths and unique porta-potties, picnic area, face painting, gifts in their Orchard Shop. Seasonal hours inflatables/bounce house, jumping pillow, are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. pony rides, petting zoo: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. PreCut varieties: Fraser Fir, White Pine.

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GEMSTONES

By Dorothy Bury Shaw, 2015 Dear ones, loved ones near and far, long gone andnewly born of the ancients and from unknowntribes, carried to me on prevailingwinds, or fished from distant seas, it only matters that we met.

We were meant to be.

GEMSTONES

Between the lines

Now you have your own rightful placeas a single, magnificent stone among these strands that crossmy heart.

You are always with me.

At any moment I can touch you,hold you and feel the timeless presenceof us again, and be stronger for it.

At some point in the crossing ofour paths, I must have paused long enoughto see only your truest self, your perfect innocence … andnothing else.

In that sacred instant, coalbecame diamond, joining you to me for alltime.

It only matters that we met.

Artist blends media with message to create stunning designs in paint and pencil

HALLELUJAH QUARTET

By SHERRI DAUSKURDAS Teacher. Illustrator. Naturalist.

Artist.

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the stories I tell through my art.

It is an important tool for the Any and all of these could describe symbolism I use. I find it deeply satisfying to do my art. It is Dorothy Bury Shaw. essentially spiritual and a powerful With a degree from the Chicago way to connect with others. “ Academy of Fine Arts, this Downers Grove resident has found Such symbolism is a key a niche in the local art community ingredient in her work, giving it a mystical quality. She often writes creating intricate designs of a poem, or other narrative to colored pencil and watercolor, accompany each piece. combined with thoughtful narratives.

“The concepts for the images I create develop thoughtfully, from Shaw describes her work as the the inside out with unabashed ”weaving of line and repetitive use of symbolism,” she says. shape in ink renderings of “Often my creative sessions painstaking detail.” Then, with begin with mediation as I sit in watercolor and colored pencil, silence, bringing the whole of she strengthens her message my being to my art. A powerful with careful use of color. The energy emerges as my drawing patterns she creates are vital progresses, which I expand to the images, borrowed from intuitively with color.” nature, textiles, pottery, mosaic and manuscripts that represent diverse cultures across the globe.

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“I have always loved tribal patterns, folk art, primitive textiles and pottery, native American beadwork, Persian rugs, Celtic manuscripts, Moorish architecture,” she explains. “These repetitive patterns represent the beat of a culture, the soul of its people. Over time pattern became a more integral component of

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A true mixed media artist, Shaw began her professional career teaching art at the Union League Boys Club in Chicago.

“At that time, the club was only open to boys and I taught ages 6 18. We had both classes and open studio time,” she says. “It was one of the best jobs I’ve ever had.”

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“Editorial illustration for a freelance artist was never boring,” she says. “It was interesting to receive the rough working manuscripts and develop a concept for art to accompany each one. There were always restrictions in color, size and deadline which added to the challenge and made it fun.”

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“In hindsight, I can look back to earlier art I did and see traces of what was to come in the way I work today,” she says “My intent is to uncover what is hidden and bring it to light where wounds find an eloquent voice, and peace replaces pain. I earnestly seek and resolve matters of the spirit through my art.”

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ICE, ICE BABY

ANNUAL FESTIVAL WORTH THE WINTER CHILL

By CHRIS WALKER

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Everyone knows that ice will melt away and turn into water if its surroundings rise above the freezing point.

Many probably don’t know that the annual Ice Festival almost melted away six years ago when the Village of Downers Grove determined it no longer had sufficient funding to host this exceptional event.

sculptures and there should be about the same when the Festival hits the streets in February.

“The sculptures come in a variety of shapes and sizes,” Venezia said. “We’ve had a kissing booth, unicorn, leprechaun, Stanley Cup trophy to a glass of wine and a plate of cheese.”

You really don’t know what amazing things you will see until you get out there.

Fortunately, Downers Grove Downtown Management Corporation (DGDMC) stepped in and ensured that it would continue.

“This festival provides everyone with motivation to get out during the middle of the winter, walk around downtown Downers Grove and take in the beautiful works of art that are the “Our organization did not want to see this ice sculptures,” Venezia said. “This is a great great winter event go away,” said Erin Venezia, marketing director for DGDMC. “Our businesses time to visit the downtown boutiques as they love it and so do the residents of Downers Grove, are restocked with new merchandise after the craziness of the holidays.” surrounding suburbs and those as north as Arlington Heights, west as Sugar Grove, south as Attendees also don’t have to worry about a Mokena and east as Chicago.” potential conflict with the Super Bowl, (although The entire event revolves around sightseeing ice sculptures while visiting beautiful downtown Downers Grove.

The streets of downtown Downers Grove will be lined with pre-carved ice sculptures that have been purchased in advance by area businesses.

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local Bears fans realize their team won’t even come close to playing in it.) This event is scheduled for Feb. 10-12, 2017. Previously it was a weekend only event but it has been extended and now opens on Friday with a night carving at 5:30 p.m. at the southeast corner of Main and Curtiss.

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Many of the businesses will have LED lights inserted into their sculptures to provide a glow for those visiting in the evening.

On Feb.11-12 there will be live ice carving demonstration from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. providing an opportunity for those whose only ice work is generally filling an ice tray and putting it in the freezer to see these magnificent artists at work.

Other fun activities will be announced at a later time.

Nadeau Ice Sculptures in Forest Park, the largest full-time ice sculpting operation in the Midwest, has been the event’s ice vendor since 2012 and will once again have the work of some its talented sculptors on display as well as providing live carvings.

Patrick Stewart is one of them. He always liked art and became fond of sculpture, but ultimately pursued a full-time career in culinary arts. He never lost his love for sculpting though. He’s been a chef for 25 years and now teaches culinary arts, including ice sculpting, at Elgin Community College.

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“I was looking in a book and saw some of the amazing things they had done with ice, so I took a class and joined an ice club,” Stewart said said. “I did some research and saw that some chefs were working with carved ice so I talked to Jim (Nadeau) in Forest Park and started working for him.”

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A few years ago, Stewart carved a totem pole at the Downers Grove event.

“It’s still one of my favorite pieces,” he said.

“I had a dream and wanted to do something tall and impressive with multiple blocks.

I actually was set to go to Michigan to compete, but Jim needed me in Downers Grove so I did the four-block totem pole there instead.”

Max Barajas also has a culinary arts background. He’s looking forward to seeing what the other artists will create this time.

“It’s always nice to see how people react to our work,” he said. “We have fun showing people what we do and how we do it. It’s a great event that the people really like, and for us, I think we really push each other to think outside the box and to be as creative as possible.”

DOWNERS GROVE ICE FESTIVAL February 10-12, 2017 Carving starts 5:30 p.m. Friday, at the southeast corner of Main and Curtiss.

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A family festive holiday season

By WENDY FOSTER

There are plenty of great things to do this season, for young and older alike!

Here are some great holiday options around town!

A Merry and Bright Winter Celebration WHEN: Saturday, December 10 | 1-5 p.m.

WHERE: Downers Grove Museum 831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove Learn about Victorian Christmas traditions as you tour the Blodgett house and grounds, beautifully decorated for the holidays. The event includes crafts, a scavenger hunt and more. A tree and house lighting ceremony will be held at 4:30 p.m.

FEE: Admission is free For additional information visit www.DGparks.org

Winter Wonderland Light Decorating Contest WHEN: Saturday, December 10 through Monday, December 12 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

WHERE: Homes in Downers Grove Participants’ homes will be judged, based on overall presentation of lights and decorations. A Decorating Contest map will be published on the DG Park District website. Registration deadline is December 7.

FEE: Participation is free For additional information visit www.DGparks.org

Lunch with Santa WHEN: Saturday, December 10 | 12 p.m.

WHERE: Westmont Park District Administration Building 55 East Richmond, Westmont Have pizza, a beverage and dessert with Santa and Mrs. Claus. This will be followed by singing and surprise events. Bring your cameras for pictures in front of the Christmas tree, and go home with a small gift.

FEE: Pre-registration is required. Children under 3 are free. $13/resident, $16/non-resident For additional information visit www.WestmontParks.org Westmont Winter Wonderland WHEN: Saturday, December 10 | 5-8 p.m.

WHERE: Westmont Community Center 77 E. Richmond, Westmont Visit Santa and his elves, meet some real huskies and learn about dogsledding, enjoy a bonfire and refreshments and more.

FEE: Attendance is free For additional information visit www.WestmontParks.org Good Grief: It’s a Charlie Brown and Friends Christmas WHEN: Saturday, December 10 | 5-8 p.m.

WHERE: Gregg House Museum 117 S. Linden, Westmont This is the annual celebration of one of the longest running cartoon specials in history. The story of Charles Schultz, drawings of Peanuts characters, special memorabilia, etc. will be shared as well as the screening of the television special.

FEE: Attendance is free For additional information visit www.WestmontParks.org

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Santa at the Santa House WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11 | 1-4 p.m.

WHERE: Santa’s House Main and Curtiss Streets, Downers Grove Bring your camera as you visit Santa at his Downers Grove home. There will also be live entertainment downtown.

FEE: Admission is free For additional information visit www.downtownDG.org Holiday Film Festival Presents White Christmas WHEN: Wednesday, December 14 1:30, 4, 7 and 9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre 5021 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove A sing-along accompanied by the Tivoli’s Wurlitzer pipe organ precedes the screening of the holiday classic.

A Grinch Who-bilation Workshop WHEN: Saturday, December 17 | 5-8 p.m.

WHERE: Westmont Park District Administration Building 55 E. Richmond, Westmont Join the Grinch for a special celebration! Play Grinch-themed games, make Grinch-themed treats and more. Dress warmly for some outside activities.

FEE: $5 admission For additional information call (630) 968-0219

FFEE: Free admission For additional information visit www.WestmontParks.org

Breakfast with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph WHEN: Saturday, December 17 | 9-10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Westmont Park District Administration Building 55 E. Richmond, Westmont

Good Grief: It’s a Charlie Brown and Friends Christmas WHEN: Saturday, December 17 | 5-8 p.m.

WHERE: Gregg House Museum 117 S. Linden, Westmont

This is the annual celebration of one of the longest running cartoon specials in history. The story of Charles Schultz, drawings of Peanuts characters, special memorabilia, etc. will be shared as well as the screening of the television FEE: Pre-registration is required. Children under 3 special. are free. $13/residents, $16/non-residents FEE: Attendance is free For additional information visit For additional information visit www.WestmontParks.org www.WestmontParks.org Share pancakes, sausages, beverages and cookies with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph.

Each child will visit with Santa and receive a small gift.

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Santa at the Santa House WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, December 17and 18 | 1-4 p.m.

WHERE: Santa’s House Main and Curtiss Streets, Downers Grove Bring your camera as you visit Santa at his Downers Grove home. There will also be live entertainment downtown.

FEE: Admission is free For additional information visit www.downtownDG.org New Year’s Eve for Kids WHEN: Sunday, December 31 | 11 a.m.

WHERE: Downers Grove Museum 831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove Get a jump-start on your New Year’s celebration.

Children are encouraged to dress in their best party attire, to play games, enjoy refreshments and count down to noon.

FEE: $15/resident, $23/non resident For additional information visit www.DGParks.org

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DRIVING IN THE SNOW 32nd Annual Chilly Open Golf Outing opens the links for golf’s most loyal

By WENDY FOSTER

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t’s not for the faint of heart. One of Westmont’s most beloved traditions is also potentially among its most intolerable. On January 14, 2017, Westmont Park District will hold its 32nd Annual Chilly Open Golf Outing at Twin Lakes Golf Club.

Craig Grember, manager of Twin Oaks-said that in the past, the Park District held a number of special seasonal golf events including a Turkey Shoot for Thanksgiving and Frost-Tee outing near the winter holidays. ‘Those all fell to the side, but the Chilly Open has stayed around, “he said adding that this is a great opportunity for die hard golfers to hit the links for what is likely to be the last time before spring.

are facing the very real possibility of golfing in sub-zero temperatures and/or many inches of snow. “People still come,” he reported.

with them the following year.” Typically, the event draws between 55-65 golfers although there have been more than 100. The golfers are predominantly but not exclusively, men.

It’s not unusual for golfers to make special adaptations to their game, reflective of what the weather may have brought. “If there’s a lot of snow on the ground, they’ll bring a sled to put their clubs on. That’s how they’ll get through the course,” he said. “Some golfers will use a colored golf ball so that they can see it in the snow. People will drill a hole in their golf ball and pull a string through it, and then just follow the string to find their ball.”

Tee-times typically run from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with the 9-hole course taking about 2 hours to complete. “Then people come in and eat chili and hot dogs and talk about their game,” said Grember. “This is an annual one-day affair when people get their buddies together and have a good time.”

Golfers will be shooting to a space marked off adjacent to the green. ‘We don’t let people on the actual green when there’s snow on the ground or if it’s really wet,” Grember said.

The Chilly Open Golf Outing will be held on January 14, 2017. For additional information or to register, visit www.WestmontParks.org or email CGrember@WestmonthParks.org.

While the event draws many “regulars” who The Chilly Open is held regardless of the come back year after year, Grember said that weather unless there’s heavy rain. What this it’s also a feeder program. “Someone new means, Grember said, is that the participants will try it and then will bring someone new

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COMMUNITY AND CHARISMA

Marta Cullen designs a life of dreams in Downers Grove

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rom her entrepreneurial spirit as a teenager to her community spirit in her hometown, Marta Cullen has dedicated herself to her business and community.

Cullen and her husband, Phil, moved to Downers Grove 28 years ago to raise their sons, and have made it home also to their businesses.

Cullen is the owner and principal designer of Dream Interiors in Downers Grove. For the last 28 years her business has provided interior design services as well as custom window treatments for clients. She started her business from her home when her children were young.

As business progressed she brought in friends to work as fellow seamstresses.

“They would come over after the kids were in bed and we would work until 11 or 12 at night.

When kids were in school we would sew during the day,” Cullen says.

generations with her keen sense of design.

About 13 years ago she was there as her husband opened his first restaurant business just a few doors down the street. He launched Ballydoyle restaurant, serving up Irish fare in a setting filled with many decorative touches imported from Ireland. Cullen says while her husband is in charge of restaurant business she and the children have put in countless hours helping, and it’s not uncommon to find her at the hostess stand on a weekend.

The couple also own Ballydoyle in downtown Aurora and this summer they opened a third restaurant, Empire, located in downtown Naperville.

Cullen and her husband are more than business owners as they have dedicated themselves to promote and support the business community.

She is a past board member and chairwoman of the Downtown Downers Grove Management Group and a former board member and chairwoman of the Indian Boundary YMCA of Downers Grove. Cullen says she became involved with the later group to work on the Saturday morning Farmers Market, which has grown to Cullen grew up in Elmhurst and she met her become a popular weekend destination. husband during their college days at Iowa State.

“She has such a talent,” Mengel says. “She has “When I started this business there were hardly At the time she was studying textile design an eye for seeing something and knowing how to any cars in the downtown and now, there are and she had already accumulated business put it together instantly. It is a real art to put all cars and people down here all the time,” Cullen experience from her part-time work at National the elements together.” says.

Fabrics while in high school. By the time she With the success of the business and support Her eye for detail and design goes beyond work. was a junior at York Community High School she had built her own small business sewing and from her family she opened a retail location in She connected with Family Shelter, an agency providing alterations for her teachers. downtown Downers Grove and expanded beyond based in Wheaton that provides support to window treatments and into interior design. Her victims of domestic violence. When the agency “I love fabrics,” Cullen says. As a child she storefront was located along Main Street and decided to open a facility in Downers Grove she enjoyed making doll clothes and at age 9 she opened 21 years ago. lent her time to the fundraising and helped with received her first sewing machine from her mother.

And the strong client base is a testament to their some of the building’s interior designs. Cullen says in her professional work she had witnessed craft, as repeat customers return for Cullen to “I just had a natural interest,” Cullen says. “I the affects of domestic abuse. lend her talents to setting up second homes, loved it and I taught myself how to use it.” vacation homes and even to bring her in for “I always felt strongly about helping women,” their children’s homes allowing Cullen to serve Cullen says. “I felt I had to get involved.”

Mary Mengel was the first seamstress Cullen hired when she started the business out of her home and the two became friends and business partners. Mengel says in addition to Cullen’s determination and hard work she has an amazing ability to understand her clients and make a plain room look amazing.

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HOW TO STAY IN TOUCH WITH YOUR PARENTS WHEN LIFE GETS BUSY

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ime and distance are among the biggest obstacles to maintaining a link between you and your senior parent. No matter how much you want to preserve your close relationship, there always seems to be too few hours left for visits. If that’s not bad enough, there may also be way too many miles separating the two of you.

National Health Institute Survey. In the first six months of 2012, more than one of every three households (35.8 percent) did not have a landline telephone but did have at least one wireless telephone.

¢ Accessibility with the help of Skype Skype (www.skype.com) is a computer software application that enables users to:

• See family members during a free group video call But no one has to tell you how important it • Reach friends with free video calls is to stay connected. When there’s a lapse in • Make affordable phone calls and send text communication, there’s no telling how long it will messages to mobile phones and landlines take for you to hear about Mom’s last doctor’s • Chat daily with free instant messages visit. Or Dad’s latest fish tale. Or the most-recent • Send messages that can be seen, heard and update on neighborhood activity that can be felt with video messaging entertaining or – at times – alarming.

In 2013, Skype reported that its users spent Despite the obstacles, it’s important, and more than two billion minutes connecting with healthy, for you and your senior parent to each other on a single day. maintain a close relationship. Here are a few ¢ No substitute for visits ways to stay connected.

¢ A telephone call away When it comes to communicating long distance, your senior parent is most likely to do so by phone. Like their younger counterparts, senior moms and dads are probably using wireless phones to make and receive calls, says the

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or family trips

When a phone call or online session won’t do, it’s time to plan a face-to-face visit or a trip. Your visit may focus on a Sunday afternoon drive or an evening of playing cards or board games.

Then again, you may be in need of an outing to a theme park or simply your annual family routine.

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Any setting provides a prime opportunity to strengthen familial bonds.

¢ Spend time in hobby heaven You and Dad always loved collecting stamps.

And you and Mom could spend hours perfecting your needlepoint techniques. Shared hobbies are a great way to immerse yourself in the activity – and the relationship – you’re likely to enjoy the most.

Of all the good things about getting old, the best by far, according to older adults who participated in a Pew Research Center Survey, is being able to spend more time with family. Twenty-eight percent of those ages 65 and older say what they value most is the chance to deepen bonds with loved ones.

No matter the activity, connectivity is crucial.

Renee Cerveny is Executive Director at Lexington Square Senior Residence

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Give the gift of friendship, and timeless style With SHARON DOTSON

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‘Tis is the season of exchanging gifts with family and friends. And everyone likes to give gifts that are as special as the unique bonds we share with our loved ones.

While you are looking over your list of people to purchase for this season, look at the list below and perhaps you’ll think of something from it to put on your own wish list, as well.

¢ Your very own personal flower!

(Yes, I said “flower.”) Peonies are my favorite. I love the scent, the look and the colors. My mother was a yellow rose lady.

Every time I see a yellow rose it makes me think of happy and warm thoughts of her.

Fashionable woman need fashionable pieces in their wardrobe, and it only takes a few key items to make every look fabulous this season. Here’s a list of go-to items for your closet, your gift list, and perhaps your wish list:

¢ A must is your go-to-lip color. This color is what makes you memorable, a front-and-center first impression of who you are.

¢ A timeless timepiece. This is a piece of beauty that is all about you, and your look!

¢ A “signature” fragrance. This is what lingers on in the room that you ¢ A knockout holiday dress or a enter and exit. The man in your life will stylish casual piece to wear to an event love that scent as it reminds him of you! I and add to your collection. Joseph personally wear Chanel No.5 and if I want Ribkoff offers beautiful timeless pieces to change to something else it is Chance for you to wear and own. A must for every by Chanel. I wear only Chanel! But who fashionista! doesn’t love Coco?

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¢ A forever bag. Invest some money into a bag that will never go out of style – one for Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter. If taken care of it will last a very, very long time. I have a couple of Fendi and Louis Vuitton bags that were passed down to me and I love them and use them still. ¢ A piece of jewelry you never, ever take off. Choose an heirloom and make it yours with all the love and beauty in which it was given. My mother passed away in 1990, and I wear her Hibiscus necklace, that my dad gave her on their honeymoon in Hawaii. If you ever stop into Norabella Boutique you will see it around my neck.

A piece of heirloom jewelry is also a wonderful, nostalgic gift for a family member. If you are fortunate to have something handed down from a prior generation, or perhaps something of your own to hand down to a daughter or a niece, Norabella Boutique can help you personalize it. We are experts in jewelry design, and can turn that heirloom pearl necklace from your mom or grandmother into a beautiful piece of memorable jewelry and modern woman will adore. It will be a gift that comes from the heart and will last forever, passed down again, and again.

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Shiny and new, with a dose of nostalgia Stratford Square Mall kicks off holiday season with new stores, new look

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t’s beginning to look a STRATFORD SQUAREChristmas, MALL lot like and S 6 at Stratford Square Mall, visitors can expect that to look like a multi-million dollar renovation with new stores, great restaurants and fun, family events.

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On the heels of the recent 40,000 square foot Round One entertainment center, the 50,000 square foot Century Theater has solidified its commitment to Stratford Square Mall in a deal in which the mall and theater will participate in various

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To complement the dining and entertainment experience, the mall is excited to welcome multiple new retailers to the mall.

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Wild One Harley-Davidson store will take its place alongside the brewery, bringing one of the most successful and popular enthusiast lifestyle stores to the mall.

Beyond apparel, the store will stock household items such as H-D barware, clocks, signs, blankets, handbags, luggage, decals, desk and office items, and even golf bags. “You name it, we’ve typically got it,” Giglio says.

“We are bringing Stratford Square some of the most exciting and high in-demand H-D items,” says Jill Giglio of Harley’s Windy City Motorcycle Group, “everything from

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Center Stage Dance Studio was named one of the ten best dance studios in the United States by the Federation of Dance Competition and 25th in North America by Dancer Magazine. The 11,000 square foot, award-winning, joins the Stratford Square Mall this year.

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-Continued from page 25 quarters, expanding its Pink! brand with two new stores and a merchandise selection to rival its Woodfield location.

Bath & Body also moves to a new location with a brand new look and feel, expanding the current lines and adding a line of White Barn Candle merchandise.

“The thought process and planning for the renovations were both for the shoppers and the retailers,” Kallas says. “A fresh new look only enhances the shopping experience for customers in turn making it thrive for retailers.”

The Bloomingdale Park District’s Stratford satellite location is relocating to a 9200 square foot store front by Carson Pirie Scott. Their new location will afford them the opportunity to host additional programing for children and adults.

“Stratford Square is focused on community and we really strive to bring a large array of events for everyone to enjoy. Storytime with the Library, Park Days with the Bloomingdale Park District, Visits with Santa and other holiday events, Easter programs, car shows, women’s expos, summer fests and so much more,” Kallas says. “Our website and Facebook page always lists what we have going on.”

Kallas says she is truly energized by the appreciation and excitement the customers and community have expressed to her about the project.

“This is their mall, after all.”

u Stratford Square Mall is located at the corner of Gary Avenue & Army Trail Road in Bloomingdale. Anchored by Macy’s, Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl’s, Burlington Coat Factory and a 16-screen theatre in addition to over 135 stores. Hours are Mondays – Saturdays 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sundays 11a.m. – 6p.m.

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Christmas in ‘Nüremberg’

GET IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT AT OSTHOFF RESORT’S OLD WORLD CHRISTMAS MARKET

By YVONNE BENSON Abbey Heise remembers going to the Old World Christmas Market at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, when she was growing up.

“It’s such a neat experience,” she says. “You can’t go to one of these and not be in the holiday spirit. It can be a really special day to come and walk around, have something to eat [and] drink, buy a little gift and meet Father Christmas, get in the holiday spirit and spend some family time together.”

Now Heise works at the Ostoff Resort as its special events manager, which includes being in charge of the Old World Christmas Market, which is inspired by the centuries-old Christkindlmarkt in Nüremberg, Germany.

This year’s market will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, through Sunday, Dec. 11, at the Osthoff Resort, 101 Osthoff Ave., Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.

“This is our 19th year,” says Heise. “Our general manager, Lola Roeh, was in Germany for a short period and, when she came back, she had the idea to start a Christkindlmarkt.”

The Osthoff Resort makes a visit to its Old World Christmas Market easy. People can visit for a daylong excursion or stay overnight at the hotel.

There are sleigh rides, ornament-making classes, cookie-decorating activities and breakfast events with Santa Claus.

Christmas shopping is a major draw for visitors.

Russian nesting dolls and painted Santas, German hand-carved nutcrackers, handmade amber and silver jewelry, Turkish pashmina scarves and shawls, stained-glass art, wreaths, kissing balls and centerpieces, Estonia woolens, fine chocolates, Plauen lace and fine woodwork are some of the specialty items offered by regional and international artisans. mysuburbanlife.com/magazine

“I love the wood carvings that come from Germany,” Heise says. “Another one of my favorites are the Czech, blown-glass ornaments, and I buy many of them every year as collectables and other people do, as well.”

German Christmas music is played during the 10-day event and Heise says that her favorite “is a disk that has little kids singing.”

“How can you not be in the Christmas spirit when you hear that?” she adds.

If the music doesn’t immerse you into the holiday season, Father Christmas might. He can be spotted giving out candy canes and taking pictures with guests.

¢ OLD WORLD CHRISTMAS MARKET AT THE OSTHOFF RESORT WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 2, through Sunday, Dec. 11 WHERE: Osthoff Resort 101 Osthoff Ave. Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin ADMISSION: $6 for adults and free for children ages 14 and younger INFO: 877-517-4596 or www.christmasmarketatosthoff.com

However, it’s the scents wafting through the event’s heated, football-field-sized tent that often put Heise in the holiday spirit.

“The first thing I smell when I walk in is fresh greens. There are close to 70 live Christmas trees [and] every booth is draped with live garlands,” she says. “Then you smell the food. You can definitely smell the roasted nuts. … You can smell the Nuremburg sausages frying and the foods coming from the schnitzel house.”

Heise looks forward to sampling the food, especially the schnitzel pancakes, but libations also are available for purchase.

“There’re a lot of people who come to get different kinds of wine. We have two vendors who bring the hot, mulled wine, and guests can buy it bottled to serve at their own Christmas parties,” she says.

“Other people just come to eat and have some beer and enjoy the atmosphere.”

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All That Bubbles Is Not Champagne!

FUN FACTS ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY DRINK ¢ FACT #1: Champagne was not invented by Dom Perignon.

Wine production in Champagne started with the Romans, hundreds of years prior to Dom Perignon.

HOW CHAMPAGNE IS MADE: 1. Add yeast and sugar to base wine (blend of any one of or all three allowable grape varietals; Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, or Pinot Noir).

2. Cap bottles, start second fermentation in which bubbles are created and forced back into wine.

3. Wine ages on the dying yeast (lees) in the bottles.

4. Over the course of months, each bottle is tipped and turned to collect lees in the neck of the bottle.

5. To clarify and rid wine of lees, neck of the bottle is flash frozen.

6. Bottle is opened quickly and frozen lees pop out.

7. Prior to corking, bottles are topped off with dosage (usually a mixture of reserved wine and sugar) to balance flavors.

Originally Champagne’s bubbles were a freak of nature...really! Due to cold winter temperatures, their wines would “shut down” fermentation before all the sugar was turned into alcohol. Then once spring and summer hit, temperatures rose, wines heated back up, fermentation began again, but because the wine was bottled the bubbles caused by fermentation were trapped and forced back into the wine. Presto Chango...sparkling wine! Prior to the 1600s this was not considered a good thing. Bubbles were considered a flaw. Back then, Champagne was competing with Burgundy and was really striving to create still red wines, but their climate and soil didn’t and still doesn’t allow them to grow the proper fruit needed to produce Burgundies. Perfect for what we now consider Champagne but not palatable back in Dom Perignon’s time.

Dom Perignon didn’t invent champagne but was very instrumental in improving it. He was a Benedictine monk and cellar master for 47 years from 1638 till 1715 at the Abbey at Hautvillers. Prior to his arrival at the monastery they were broke. He thought a good source of income might be wine but his vineyards were in sad shape. He meticulously went about improving both vineyards and processes, ultimately discovering ways to clarify the wines and control fermentation. He failed to get rid of the bubbles but instead figured out a way to make them work in the monastery’s favor. ¢ FACT #2: All Champagne comes from the Champagne region of France Well almost. Going back to the late 1800s French officials have tried to protect Champagne’s identity.

It seems that during the Franco-Prussian War the Champagne region saw an extreme amount of fighting

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and damage. Many of its vineyards were destroyed and had to be replanted. Not an easy proposition as most vineyards do not begin to produce useable fruit for at least five years. In an effort to protect the industry from copycats who might try to steal Champagne’s business during this down time, French officials wrote language into the 1891 Treaty of Madrid which specifically stated that sparkling wine could only be labeled Champagne if the grapes were grown in Champagne and the wine was produced in Champagne. Not only did this cause consternation in other nation’s sparkling wine regions, it also caused unrest in Champagne’s neighboring regions. It seems that the French had neglected to set definite physical boundaries for Champagne and once they did those producers who were left out of the region rioted. Something like 6 million bottles of Champagne were lost in the riots.

Then just a few years later Champagne was hit again.

This time it was World War I and Champagne was once more the site of much fighting enhanced by bombing.

Though many of the producers were able to save their finished wines in deep crayêres (chalk mines originally dug by the Romans), their vineyards were again destroyed.

Ah, but the French are crafty. With the end of the war and the Treaty of Versailles they were able to insert language making it illegal to label a wine Champagne unless, again, grapes were grown in Champagne and the wine was produced in Champagne.

The exception to this rule is the U.S. of A. Even though our then president, Woodrow Wilson, signed the Treaty, Congress did not ratify it so American producers could/can call their wines Champagne. In 2005, however, we did pass a law disallowing the use of the word Champagne except for wineries who had been producing sparkling wines under that label prior to 2005 such as Korbel.

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¢ FACT #3: Not all sparkling wine is Champagne.

Sparkling wine is produced all over the globe.

In Champagne it’s called Champagne. In the Loire region of France it’s called Crémant.

In Italy it’s either Spumante or Prosecco or Frizzante. In Spain it’s Cava. In Germany it’s Sekt. Here at home (for the most part) and in countries like Australia, South Africa, England and even Israel, it’s sparkling wine.

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¢ FACT #4: All Champagne is sparkling wine.

So, now you know. All Champagne is sparkling wine, but not all sparkling wine is Champagne. Hence the many different styles, sweetness levels (see below), and prices that vary from less than $10 per bottle to well over $1,000.

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5 oz. serving

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5 oz. serving

Doux

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5 oz. serving

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