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elcome to the premiere edition of 25 West, a magazine with a focus on the vibrant towns of Wheaton and Glen Ellyn.

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First things first. Why, 25 West, you ask?

Like many towns planned along the lines of a railroad, Wheaton and Glen Ellyn were plotted out about 25 miles west of the geographic center of Chicago – namely State and Madison. For many years, the city was the center and we suburbanites revolved around it like planets orbiting the sun.

My how times have changed!

The people featured in this edition are creating meaningful lives right in their own backyards, on their own terms and with their own sense of community.

Just read the story about Ed Mugnani of Glen Ellyn whose “bucket list” was to run 50 marathons, one in each state before he turned 50. Not only did he accomplish his mission, but he did it with a commitment to his family – scheduling marathon trips around his son’s football games and his daughter’s basketball games.

We also feature Ann Rondeau, who is working to turn the College of DuPage around after a few tumultuous years. The retired Navy Vice Admiral wanted to walk the Glen Ellyn campus “incognito” to see firsthand what she was getting herself into before taking the job of college president. Dressed in jeans, she was struck by how welcoming everyone was and it helped convince her to take on the challenge.

In addition to these features, you’ll find a story on a couple who decided to turn their kid-centered home into a hub for entertaining. We also have plenty of articles on things to do and places to go in these flourishing towns.

Who says you need to go 25 miles east to experience a lifestyle that is cultured and fun? You have it right here in your own backyard – 25 West.

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A bucket list adventure 50 marathons by 50 (in just six years)

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Ed Mugnani of Glen Ellyn has run a marathon in all 50 states. Mugnani sometimes runs on the Prairie Path.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Mugnani holds one of his most prized of the 50 medals he has earned, top, and keeps race numbers that document his accomplishments.

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‘ve always wanted to visit every state in our country. Why not do it before I turn 50 so I can do something else?”

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d Mugnani admits he used to think people who ran a marathon in all 50 states were crazy, but the idea now doesn’t seem so outlandish after he became one of them.

The Glen Ellyn 50-year-old didn’t even become interested in competitive running until he was in his 40s. In 2010, he ran his first marathon — the Chicago Marathon, followed the next year by the Boston and then the Fox Valley Marathon, where he set a personal record of 3 hours, 17 minutes and 14 seconds.

As he became more involved with the running community, especially after joining the Glen Ellyn Runners group and hearing of fellow members who took on the challenge of 50 marathons in 50 states, he decided to include that goal on his

own bucket list.

He began his quest in 2012 at age 44, and he added his own twist of getting it done by the time he turned 50.

“I’ve always wanted to visit every state in our country,” said Mugnani, president of Eurest, a company that operates corporate dining rooms. “Why not do it before I turn 50 so I can do something else?”

With just six years to achieve his dream while also committing to showing up for games and events for kids George, 20, and Rose, 18, he needed to think strategically. That meant running as many as seven marathons a year, tacking on events during work trips and combining races with family trips.

Calling himself a “super-commuter,” Mugnani says his work is based in San Diego and he travels about 80 percent of the time. One advantage is that he racks up lots of frequent flyer and hotel points. “That really helps my cause,” he said.

Managing to juggle work, family and marathons took some effort, like the time he ran four marathons in four days or when he did a marathon in another state and then was back in time for his son’s football game and his daughter’s basketball game — all in 24 hours.

“If you really want to do something, you’ll find the time to make it happen for you and your family,” Mugnani said. “I never missed a game or family event.”

This January, he accomplished his goal when he crossed the finish line in his final state, Hawaii, during the Maui Oceanfront Marathon along with wife Cindy, 54, who ran a half-marathon, and George and Rose, who did the event’s 5K. “It was a great feeling,” he said. “You feel invigorated and inspired to do something else.”

He’s already got an idea in mind.

“By the time I’m 65, I hope to either run a marathon, climb the highest summit or run an Ironman on each of the seven continents,” he said. “It’s another way to travel the world and a good way for the family to be together.”

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From the ’burbs to the bush Nearing retirement, Wheaton couple embarks on an African safari

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very year, empty-nesters Denise and David Price of Wheaton came up with an excuse for why they couldn’t take their bucket list trip to Africa.

Work was too busy. Something was going on with the kids or grandkids. It costs too much.

This year, their friends and fellow empty-nesters, Deb and Roy Giampoli of Glen Ellyn, who had been to Africa numerous times, invited them on a two-week “Botswana Safari in Style” trip offered through Downers Grove-based luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent (www.abercrombiekent.com).

The Prices decided the timing and prices were right for checking the dream vacation off their list.

“I kept saying to my husband, ‘If we don’t do this now, we might not be able to go. If we don’t do it now, we’re going to keep talking about it and regret it and never do it,’” Denise Price said.

It was a splurge financially, but the trip was beyond their wildest dreams. They went on safaris and had close-up encounters with the animals. They saw a lion kill a warthog, and then bring its cubs to help eat it. They met African schoolchildren and saw local medical facilities (Denise is a retired nurse).

They visited an elephant rescue program and Victoria Falls. And they spent many sunrises and sunsets in the star-filled, picturesque African bush, which included happy hour cocktails and campfires alongside their safari Jeep.

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9 That’s only a small portion of their itinerary, which took their 15-person group through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Botswana. “This was, like, wow! We saw something amazing every day. It was so much better than we ever imagined. We have to stay away from people because we go on and on (talking) about the trip,� Denise Price said. “It was a bucket list trip we feel blessed that we were able to fulfill.�

The vacation reminded David, 69, and Denise, 65, that it’s OK — and important — to take some time away from the kids, grandkids and work to enjoy their time together. They’re at an age where they’re starting to see friends pass away, which upsets them.

During their Africa trip, there often was no TV or Wi-Fi, so they spent hours together talking, reading and relaxing. “The world didn’t end while we were gone. My husband (a business owner) had to do extra work to make up for the time gone, but it was worth it,�

Denise said.

They’re already dreaming of a return trip to Africa, or at least using all of the airline miles they accumulated for their next bucket list trip. “It’s fun to make a list,� she said. “We’re thinking of going to Greece next. That’ll be our next big hurrah.�

OPPOSITE PAGE: Denise and David Price of Wheaton on their bucket list trip to Africa.

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he’s very much a woman who is not afraid of a challenge, who likes to have a purpose and a goal and has the competency and skill set and experience to be able to get you there.”

COD board Chairwoman Deanne Mazzochi

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Righting B the ship How Ann Rondeau has presided over a turnaround at the College of DuPage

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efore she became president of the College of DuPage, Ann Rondeau, a retired Navy vice admiral, paid an unannounced visit to the Glen Ellyn school. While her mentors were convinced she was the right person for the job, Rondeau had to first see the campus on her own terms.

At that moment, the school was in crisis. The previous president had been forced out in a very public and very messy breakup. The board of trustees was sharply divided and unable to agree on anything. The college’s accreditation — and with it, its relevance — was hanging in the balance.

“I came here three times, incognito, in a pair of blue jeans, kind of walked around the campus,” Rondeau said. “And what struck me was how welcoming, even in the trauma of the troubles, people were willing to extend themselves, saying, ‘May I help you?’ ” That impression resonated with her own values of courtesy and respect. But the prospects of steering the college out of the turmoil held its own appeal.

“She’s very much a woman who is not afraid of a challenge, who likes to have a purpose and a goal and has the

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was not quite sure what I wanted to do, and my sister said, ‘What do you think about the Navy?’ ”

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competency and skill set and experience to be able to get you there,” COD board Chairwoman Deanne Mazzochi said.

“I’m not going to speak for her, but I certainly hope that we’ve put enough on her plate that she’s going to be interested to continue to be working and helping us grow and thrive.”

With her military background, Rondeau herself acknowledged she was the unconventional choice to lead the state’s largest community college.

But since her hiring in 2016, she has presided over a turnaround at COD and brought order to a school that had come under intense scrutiny for a litany of controversies.

Personable but disciplined, Rondeau has earned the trust of faculty union leaders who took a historic “no confidence” vote in her predecessor.

Most notably, the school’s accreditation agency last November lifted a two-year probation after a grueling process to address concerns with its governance, spending practices, ethics policies and dysfunction on the board.

As she begins her third year at the helm, Rondeau wouldn’t consider her mission accomplished. But it never is for someone who has long defied convention. Rondeau grew up in Beacon, New York, a small, oldfashioned town in the Hudson Valley.

She was a voracious reader at an early age, once hauling a wagon full of books for a show-and-tell assignment at school.

Her upbringing helps explain why she chose to join the military in the turbulent Vietnam era, when those who served their country often were blamed for an unpopular war.

“I didn’t think about the military in a bad way. For one, I came from a family where public service was honored and was important,” she said.

Her father, Robert Rondeau, worked as an industrial electrician and died at 43 in 1969 from the “secondary effects of wounds sustained in the European theater in World War II,” family obituaries state. His daughter was 17 at the time.

“He was really talented with his hands,” she said. “He was a master carpenter, a master electrician, a master plumber. He just could do anything in our house, but I watched this man create things, create things with his hands and marveled about that.”

As an electrician for a Veterans Affairs hospital, he “wired operating rooms and radiology departments and everything else.”

Her mother, Charlotte, a Texas native, was the executive assistant to the hospital’s director.

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ABOVE LEFT: Ann Rondeau was appointed commander of the Great Lakes Naval Station near North Chicago in 2001.

ABOVE: The College of DuPage president sometimes dresses down in blue jeans for weekend events around campus, such as STEMCON in April, where she helped demonstrate the science behind slime with some young participants.

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She was especially close with her only sibling, Janis. The Rondeau sisters were 16 months apart.

“We were different, but alike. My parents had some health issues, but they worked hard to provide for us so we got a chance to do some cool things as family, a very close family.”

Rondeau earned her bachelor’s degree at Eisenhower College in New York and was accepted into grad school, but couldn’t afford the tuition. Her sister was working toward a bachelor’s degree in nursing on a full-ride Navy scholarship.

“I was not quite sure what I wanted to do, and my sister said, ‘What do you think about the Navy?’ ” Rondeau would ask a recruiter why she should enlist. “She said, ‘You’ll be leading from the first day you join.’ And that was good enough for me.”

Another organization that Rondeau had hoped to join — the American Association of University Women — was not so groundbreaking at the time.

“I’m in the Hudson Valley, New York, near a whole host of all-women, very high-end schools, Vassar and others,” Rondeau recalled. “And I went to join, and they said, ‘You’ve not come from the right college. You don’t have the right pedigree.’

“So here’s the American Association of University Women saying ‘no,’ and the Navy’s saying ‘come in and lead.’

So that was my intimate cognitive dissonance about how this is affecting me. The politics of the Vietnam era is what it is, but this is my personal experience.”

Rondeau is sparing with details about milestones in her Navy career. Ask her about the woman behind the uniform, and she instead speaks of the role of the uniform in a military that integrates, but prizes the individual personality.

So what was her personality?

“I don’t want to get into all that. We’re almost done here,” she said.

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interview in her largely nondescript office on the second floor of the college’s student center. She maintains a guarded public image, and the room is just as unsentimental and polished.

The school’s public relations staffers are never far away during the interview and a tour of campus, interjecting a few times to point out a humble Rondeau has failed to take credit for her ideas to celebrate undergrads with a “STEM Hall of Fame” and another display recognizing international students.

“We want to have a joyousness here. ... We truly do believe that this is an entire community within us and one that we serve on the outside, and there’s enthusiasm about that,” Rondeau said.

But she shows restraint looking back on her 38 years of Navy service and

the toughest episode: a plane crash in Samoa that killed the crewmen in her air squadron in the early 1980s.

The investigation determined the crash was caused by human error, said Rondeau, then the squadron’s operations officer.

“That was a tough time, but time to lead, time to gather people together and work toward getting that done. You’ve got to go through the investigations,” she said. “You’ve got to go through all that. ... Anyway, you’ve got to keep the team together. You’ve got to make things work.”

That restraint may be the product of breaking gender barriers in a branch of a military that didn’t allow women to serve aboard submarines until 2010.

Rondeau eventually retired from the Navy as a three-star admiral and the second woman to achieve the rank.

“I oftentimes kid that for lots of reasons, I had more mentors than tormentors and that that actually worked for me,” Rondeau said. “And so I did not make three-star all on my own for goodness’ sake. That was not a singular act. That’s because I met the mark each time, and I worked really hard.”

But Rondeau has developed a perspective about being a trailblazer.

“I always was of the mind that, ‘Yeah, I’m the only woman here and aren’t we all

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Rondeau gives some impromptu career advice when she runs into Tiffani Barbee and Quin Brown, students she knows at the Glen Ellyn college.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Now in her third year at COD, Rondeau visits with community members at a Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce luncheon.

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lucky about that.’ As a young woman, did I make mistakes about that? You bet,” she said. “At times I was not enough of what I should have been for my own sake as a woman ... I could have been less of a goalong once in a while. Once in a while, you kind of get along to go along, but not in important ways. But they were in ways that were irritating to me.”

Does Rondeau, a past president of the National Defense University in Washington, D.C., bring a military ethos to her post at COD? Yes and no.

“There is evident a respect for process and the chain of command. If that is the ‘military ethos’ so be it, but, in truth, unless I saw the words ‘Vice Admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret.)’ on her signature line, I would probably not be aware of that military lineage in our day-to-day interactions,” said Richard Jarman, the head of the union representing full-time faculty.

But in some ways, her military resume made her ideally suited for taking the reins of the school from former President Robert Breuder, whose October 2015 firing is still the subject of an ongoing lawsuit.

In 2001, Rondeau was appointed to lead the Great Lakes Naval Station from a period of scandal after the previous commander was stripped of his duties

for violating Navy ethics rules and misusing funds.

“It was the third time I had relieved somebody who was fired,” Rondeau said during a COD forum as one of three finalists for the president’s post. “It was the third time I had been asked by the Navy to help lead an organization out from everything that was going wrong to something that was going right.”

She had seemingly nothing left to prove on her résumé when a college-hired search firm recruited her to apply for the job. But that’s not how Rondeau sees it.

“It’s about service and having purpose, and I had one way ahead of me.

Why would I not do that?”

As a person of faith, Rondeau considers the opening at COD a calling that also allowed her to be close to her sister, who was suffering from cancer and lived in Wisconsin. Janis Scherer died a year ago.

“This is where I was meant to be. It just works,” Rondeau said. “You don’t argue too much with it, and you don’t ask too much about it. You say, ‘OK I got it.’ ” Rondeau confronted the problems at COD with an open-door policy in her office and an approach she calls “covenant leadership.” Simply put, it’s a management style designed to “bring out the best in you individually,” Mazzochi said.

“She also is very caring of people, very trusting of people,” Mazzochi said. “That doesn’t mean she’s going to suffer fools gladly, but she’s also going to give you a chance and probably even a second chance.”

Rondeau was quick to reach out to faculty members and to involve them in the college’s response to the probation that put the school’s accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission at risk.

During the transition, the COD Faculty Association outlined its vision for the school in “faculty perspective papers” divided among five broad categories: academic focus, crossdisciplinary programs, academic support and faculty development, student success and administration.

Rondeau “devoured these eagerly and still refers to them on occasion,” said Jarman, the association’s president.

“It is fair to say that she took the lead to bridge the mammoth divide between the faculty and the administration,” Jarman said in an email. “While the recovery process takes time — longer than some would like or understand — there is a greater sense of collaboration emerging.

“There is a growing sense of respect between the president and faculty leadership, a willingness to listen, to hear, to respond, even a willingness to admit mistakes.”

The final year of Rondeau’s contract started July 1. She refused to say whether she’s negotiating with the board about her future at the college.

“I’m not going to discuss contract.

Let’s not make this about that,” she said.

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of this place ... that is a board issue ... and that’s not for me to talk about.”

Rondeau, who lives in Wheaton, prefers to talk about work to advance COD. Renewed focus on workforce development and skills training has led to Innovation DuPage, a nonprofit initiative and an extension of the school’s Center for Entrepreneurship.

Rondeau and Mazzochi attended a recent Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce lunch hosted at the school to give business leaders an update on the project.

Last November, the college signed a 10-year licensing agreement with the village to open Innovation DuPage — part business incubator, part business accelerator, part co-working space — in the former Glen Ellyn police station in the downtown Civic Center.

Rondeau describes Innovation DuPage as an “entrepreneurial ecosystem” that brings together regional business groups and higher ed. It’s also the latest sign that the college and the village have moved on from a longrunning dispute about jurisdictional matters on the 273-acre campus during Breuder’s tenure.

“Now we’ve got the county and the village and the college aligned, and alignment is a big factor toward success,” Rondeau said.

Former Illinois House Speaker Lee Daniels, the chairman of the presidential search committee that unanimously recommended Rondeau’s hiring, hopes she remains at the helm of the school. He’s been impressed with her organizational skills and called her a tireless worker.

(Rondeau starts her day at 3 a.m.)

“I think this is her dream job. I think she loves the job. It shows,” Daniels said.

Mazzochi, who is running for the 47th House District seat in November, won’t discuss Rondeau’s contract, but she does have her support.

“I hope that she continues to stay because I think that the college has a lot to offer,” Mazzochi said. “She has an incredible amount to offer, and I don’t think we’ve hit peak potential yet, so the more she can lead the institution to do even more bigger and better things, I will SEPTEMBER 2018

be absolutely thrilled if she stays.”

Rondeau still likes to walk around the COD campus, and you may even spot her in blue jeans at a weekend event.

She no longer travels incognito, though.

Someone always recognizes her.

But Rondeau still wants to see the campus and meet students on her own terms, making sure that it’s still the same welcoming place with the unlimited potential she recognized two years ago.

Her mentors were always convinced she was the right person for the job. She won’t say it, but many of those around her at the college will: They were right.

ABOVE: Ken Holthaus of DeSitter Flooring, COD board Chairwoman Deanne Mazzochi, Rondeau and Dawn Smith, executive director of the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce, gather at a chamber event.

BOTTOM: Rondeau talks with Tamara McClain, manager of admission outreach, about the school’s enrollment plans.

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Dream Glen Ellyn home reflects designer’s eclectic style

BY KATLYN SMITH

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he Qualio family affectionately calls the coolest room in their Glen Ellyn home “the pub.”

It’s the home’s entertaining space, but it has the warmth and coziness of a traditional British pub: Hickory wood floors intentionally stained to look antique, distressed leather couches, family heirlooms and pendant lights made out of bourbon bottles.

Above the fireplace are more glass bottles on glass shelves, a collection of spirits that could have stocked the hidden bar in “High Society” that served Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby.

In the Qualio pub, the display is just for aesthetics, assembled after Stephanie Qualio and her husband, Tyler, were stuck with the leftover liquor at a charity auction the couple chaired about six years ago.

Stephanie Qualio, a former art teacher who holds a degree in graphic design, liked the look of the labels.

PHOTO BY: BEV HORNE

The backyard patio is one of the outdoor spaces of the Qualio family’s Glen Ellyn home.

But this room does have a hidden door in an accent wall covered in Anthropologie wallpaper featuring a street map of London.

Mounted on the adjoining “gallery wall” are album covers from The Smiths and U2 and a vintage telephone.

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It’s almost impossible to explain how all that comes together, but trust us — it does.

And here’s the kicker: The room sits right off the foyer in what would otherwise be a formal dining room.

And nobody really uses a formal dining room, right?

“You live here. You spend your time here, and you want to be comfortable in your home and to have your personality,” Stephanie Qualio says.

The pub also best represents her individual, but attainable, style.

The couple bought and tore down a 1950s-era Cape Cod near Lake Ellyn to build a new home that retained much of the original layout. Stephanie Qualio was her own interior designer, and she managed to bring character and charm to a new construction.

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home,” she says. “Both my husband and I, we love old homes.”

That mix of old and new was showcased in the Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare Society’s annual housewalk in 2017. The Qualio residence was one of four featured houses.

“The fact that our house is very personal is just kind of fun. People got to know us who don’t know us. I certainly feel like you walk in here, and you’re going to get a feel for who we are,” Qualio says.

The response from visitors to the personal details throughout the fourbedroom, 3,800-square-foot home also convinced Qualio to share her talents for design. She’s now working mostly for friends and clients in Glen Ellyn who find out about her artistic eye through word-of-mouth. So to get a feel for who she is as an interior designer, 25 West

asked Qualio to give us a tour of her beautiful home and share some ideas for inspiration and decorating advice (hint: “I couldn’t do minimalism,” she says.)

Here’s a look at some of her favorite living spaces:

The pub Qualio designed the fireplace to look like it had been in the home for years.

And while she and her husband found many of the pub’s one-of-a-kind pieces at antique stores, they did splurge on the Ann Sacks fireplace tile because, true to a pub, the hearth has to be the showstopper, at least after the bar.

“That was lots of Pinterest. Lots of Pinterest, lots of tiles,” Qualio says. “We fell in love with the tile, and then it kind of went from there, and we wanted to keep the rest of it really simple, so the tile would stand out.”

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We wanted it to look like an old home. Both my husband and I, we love old homes.”

Stephanie Qualio

The living room A velvet tufted sofa from Arhaus offers a comfy spot to look out floor-to-ceiling windows.

“We open this up and you get great breeze and nice view of the backyard and in the winter time, you can see the lake,” Qualio says. “We have a nice view of Lake Ellyn.”

That softness in the seating contrasts with the industrial edge of Restoration Hardware bookshelves that hold an old typewriter, sewing machine and unexpected trinkets.

A dresser from her mother-in-law’s friend ended up in one corner. Resting on top is a framed poster of a flamingo from Hobby Lobby.

Qualio swaps out other accessories with what she reclaims from family, flea markets or resale shops.

“Go to your siblings. Go to your parents and just see what’s hiding out in your basement that doesn’t get used,” Qualio says. “And if it’s an old chair, who knows? Sometimes, you don’t even need to reupholster it. You just need to throw a blanket and a pillow, and it works.” >

OPPOSITE PAGE: Stephanie Qualio, a former art teacher with a degree in graphic design, shares her talents for decorating with her interior design clients in Glen Ellyn.

ABOVE LEFT: The Qualios affectionately call the entertaining space in their home the “pub.” Wallpaper on an accent wall shows a street map of London.

ABOVE RIGHT: One of two bedrooms for the Qualio daughters.

AT LEFT: Archie, the family’s English springer spaniel, rests in the home’s master bedroom.

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So what are some of her favorite spots for old treasures?

The Bountiful Barn off Pennsylvania Avenue in Glen Ellyn and Affordable Antiques & More off Naper Boulevard in Naperville.

The kitchen Qualio chose a color scheme of a deep, rich blue for the kitchen cabinets and a crisp white for the walls and countertops to let the “eye rest, drink a little.”

A picture window over the kitchen sink brings in natural light, as do the windows in the vaulted ceilings.

Qualio mixes different styles of black chairs around the kitchen table. The arrangement on the kitchen table doesn’t fit the mold, either. Instead of flowers, Qualio fills a vase with coral in a vibrant shade of fuchsia.

“Be smart about the risks that you take, but don’t be afraid to do something either,” Qualio says. That means invest in quality furniture you use every day, but experiment with light fixtures and other decorative accents you can easily replace.

“My style is a very approachable style,” she says. “There’s nothing that’s custom. I ordered the couches with the fabric I liked, but nothing was custom made for this space. This is all doable. It’s just having that vision and trying it and seeing what you come up with.”

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Stephanie Qualio’s great-grandmother’s chair sits in a hallway library. “I certainly feel like you walk in here, and you’re going to get a feel for who we are,” she says of the family heirlooms and personal touches in the home.

ABOVE: Qualio, a mother of two daughters, wanted a stairwell in the kitchen. “I thought it’s the first place you go to in the morning and the last place you’re at night,” she says.

PHOTOS BY: BEV HORNE

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Home sales of note this year Glen Ellyn $750,000: 21W410 Acorn Ave. on Jan. 11.

Buyer: Alex J. Ward and Karin C. Ward; Seller: Richard B. Heath $750,000: 788 Willis St. on April 5. Buyer: Neil Brown and Brooke Anne Brown; Seller: Mark A. Hamill $730,000: 281 Hill Ave. on Feb. 20. Buyer: Joyce Trust; Seller: William S. Elias II $715,000: 589 Lee St. on April 30. Buyer: Matthew C. Brink and Meather M. Lange; Seller: Micheal Hartigan $710,000: 777 Wingate Road on June 15.

Buyer: Anthony R. Wells and Chelsea D. Wells; Seller: August B. Feine. $695,000: 452 Stagecoach Court on Feb. 13. Buyer: Govind Sanghani and Nalini Sanghani; Seller: John E. Bergstrom $695,000: 420 Prospect Ave. on April 5.

Buyer: Richard M. Regole Jr. and Lauren W. Regole; Seller: Robert J. Decaro $685,000: 367 Anthony St. on June 7. Buyer: Matthew Berman and Madeline Berman; Seller: Troy D. Mastin $680,000: 2S395 Golfview Drive on Jan. 10. Buyer: Fred E. Folkerts III and Andrea C. Folkerts; Seller: Michael S. Arlis $675,000: 335 N. Montclair Ave. on Feb. 26. Buyer: Mathew Dunham; Seller: Brant Yeager $665,000: 229 N. Main St. on June 13. Buyer: Caleb A. Jewell and Kerry A. Jewell; Seller: Daniel R. O’Kray $657,500: 2S421 Chaucer Court on Feb. 22. Buyer: Meredith Darbyshire and William L. Perkinson; Seller: Brian Donahoe $639,000: 620 Riford Road on June 7. Buyer: Grant Paullo and Michelle Paullo; Seller: Steven E. Quick $638,000: 888 Crescent Blvd. on April 23.

Buyer: Jeffrey Hoffman; Seller: William J. Palicki $627,000: 819 Highland Ave. on June 12.

Buyer: Kenneth J. Voss; Seller: Eric Spiess $625,000: 445 Stagecoach Run on Feb. 27.

Buyer: Thomas J. Villanova and Ann T. Villanova; Seller: Scott Ohlander $624,500: 459 Hillside Ave. on March 26.

Buyer: Brian Westbury; Seller: Joshua Stark $585,000: 248 Crest Road on Feb. 27. Buyer: Ashley Parker and Craig J. Parker; Seller: Arthur Davis $585,000: 417 Hillside Ave. on June 19.

Buyer: Ryan B. Tobin and Erin M. Tobin; Seller: Adam P. Hoffman $575,000: 617 Kenilworth Ave. on April 3.

Buyer: Robert Rohde and Tara Rohde; Seller: IMS Chicago Two LLC $561,000: 468 Whittier Ave. on Jan. 16.

Buyer: Dustin Smith and Julie Smith; Seller: IMS Chicago Four LLC $555,000: 320 May Ave. on June 7. Buyer: Lawrence Arra and Cynthia Arra; Seller: Caleb A. Jewell $546,000: 84 Hillcrest Ave. on April 3.

Buyer: Aimee M. Bent; Seller: Lori Niforatos $527,500: 300 S. Ott Ave. on April 24. Buyer: Mary Mastalerz; Seller: Anthony P. Ponza $525,000: 416 Dorset Place on April 9.

Buyer: Matthew Neururer and Amy Neururer; Seller: Daniel Raffensberger $525,000: 300 Lorraine St. on Feb. 8. Buyer: Michael James Roth and Kristina Roth; Seller: Lawrence A. Stein $520,000: 418 N. Park Blvd. on June 15.

Buyer: John Minnec and Paula Hill; Seller: Douglas W. Funk

Wheaton $675,000: 1610 Center Ave. on Feb. 23.

Buyer: Brian E. Small and Candace M. Small; Seller: Jack F. Mullen $655,000: 2064 W. Wiesbrook Road on June 8. Buyer: Ryan M Gainor and Deena T Gainor; Seller: Britt Trust $652,000: 1796 Schillerstrom Court on Feb. 13. Buyer: Robert Gotter and Kathleen Gotter; Seller: Dr. Thomas J. Discher $640,000: 803 Irving Ave. on June 6. Buyer: Gregory Aagaard and Carly Joy Aagaard; Seller: Laura G Jones $640,000: 38 Christina Circle on Feb. 13.

Buyer: Debdut Biswas and Nirja Biswas; Seller: Martin S. Kolinski $600,000: 1230 W. Thomas Road on April

19. Buyer: Michael S. Brady and Elizabeth C. Brady; Seller: MI Homes of Chicago LLC $590,000: 2203 Embden Lane on June 8.

Buyer: Zachary W Bender and Jennifer L Bender; Seller: Richard Wernimont $580,000: 60 Danada Drive on April 9.

Buyer: Joseph F. Bailey and Andrienne Bailey; Seller: Achal Sethi $570,000: 2058 Burnham Place on April 23. Buyer: Brett A. McCarty and Danielle M. McCarty; Seller: John C. Dalby III $567,500: 25W741 Red Maple Lane on June 6. Buyer: Anne F Alvarez Kiraly and Dennis A Kiraly; Seller: Model 180 LLC $550,000: 2034 Windham Circle on June 5. Buyer: Debra L Klein and Nelson D Silva; Seller: Todd Manning $532,500: 734 Buckingham Court on June 12. Buyer: Joseph Robert Sojka and Mary Kathryn Sojka; Seller: Sandra M Wagner $532,000: 616 Parkway Drive on Feb. 2.

Buyer: Ronald Glenn Quinsey and Yan Li; Seller: Andrew Palko $530,000: 2S567 White Birch Lane on June 5. Buyer: Christina King and John J King; Seller: Michael D Courington $527,500: 1115 S. Main St. on April 3.

Buyer: Ambika Punaini Reid; Seller: Cheryl L. Weber $525,000: 1260 Shady Lane on Jan. 22.

Buyer: Kathleen L. Hamlin; Seller: Gregory D. Bunch $525,000: 2S439 White Birch Lane on June 19. Buyer: Christine Amato; Seller: Jeannette H Schoonmaker $510,000: 84 Christina Circle on April 24.

Buyer: Matthew B. Wallace and Stefanie L. Roth; Seller: Joseph F. Libert $510,000: 928 N. Cross St. on June 19.

Buyer: Brett Hulett and Marina Hulett; Seller: Timothy L Stephan $506,000: 1745 S. Thompson Drive on June 8. Buyer: Carla M Holland and Arnold H Holland III; Seller: Julie A Cooper $500,000: 1450 Champion Forest Court on March 25. Buyer: Christina G. Wolf and Adam M. Wolf; Seller: Steven D. Edwards Information provided by Record Information Services Inc., (630) 557-1000.

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Test your knowledge

of Wheaton and Glen Ellyn

BY ROBERT SANCHEZ

So you think you know all there is to know about Wheaton and Glen Ellyn?

Maybe. Maybe not.

Here’s a quiz to test your knowledge ...

1) Rev. Billy Graham became a world-renowned evangelist who preached the Gospel to millions and gave spiritual advice to presidents. He graduated from Wheaton College, where he met his wife, Ruth McCue Bell. What was his major at the school?

A. Biblical and theological studies B. History C. English D. Anthropology 2) Glen Ellyn didn’t always go by that name. How many different names did the village have before its current moniker?

A. Two B. Six C. One D. Three 3) Who is considered the first permanent settler in Glen Ellyn?

A. Alonzo Harvey B. Deacon Winslow Churchill C. Jesse Wheaton D. John Hodges 4) Wheaton wasn’t always the seat of county government in DuPage County. What town previously had that distinction?

A. Naperville B. Downers Grove C. Hinsdale D. Elmhurst 5) Before settlers incorporated Wheaton in 1859, classes were held at the school that became Wheaton College. What was the name of that school?

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Evangelist Billy Graham graduated from Wheaton College, where he met his wife, Ruth McCue Bell.

6) Wheaton College was part of the Underground Railroad during the Civil War. What was another key stop in DuPage County: A. Graue Mill in Oak Brook B. Sheldon Peck Homestead in Lombard C. Blodgett House in Downers Grove D. All of the above 7) Wheaton native Elbert Henry Gary was a key founder of U.S. Steel in 1901. He’s also forever tied to what Indiana city?

A. Indianapolis B. Fort Wayne C. South Bend D. Gary 8) Long before it became Danada Forest Preserve, the property was the estate of Dan and Ada Rice, a prominent couple who bred and trained thoroughbred race horses. What was the name of the horse the couple owned that won the Kentucky Derby in 1965?

A. Tom Rolfe B. Lucky Debonair C. Hail To All D. Dapper Dan

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Ada and Dan Rice joined their thoroughbred Pucker Up in the winner’s circle. Pucker Up was ridden by jockey Bill Shoemaker, who also rode another of the Rice’s horses to a Kentucky Derby victory in 1965.

9) After graduating from Wheaton High School in 1922, Harold “Red” Grange won fame as a three-time all-American for the University of Illinois. Grange had one of the most amazing days in college football in 1924, scoring four touchdowns in the first 12 minutes against which team?

A. Nebraska B. Butler C. Michigan D. Iowa 10) Moses Stacy, an early settler in Glen Ellyn, opened what type of business in 1846?

A. General store B. Blacksmith shop C. Inn D. Law office 11) Bob Woodward is best known as The Washington Post reporter who, with Carl Bernstein, broke the Watergate scandal that brought down the presidency of Richard Nixon. Woodward was born and raised in Wheaton and graduated from Wheaton Community High School. What was his father’s occupation?

A. Judge B. Doctor C. Businessman D. Police chief 12) The late macabre master Wes Craven graduated from Wheaton College in 1963. He went on to create one of the scariest horror characters ever, Freddy Krueger, when he wrote and directed 1984’s “A Nightmare on Elm Street.” What other horror franchise is Craven known for?

A. The “Halloween” series B. “The Evil Dead” series C. The “Scream” series D. The “Hellraiser” series

Courtesy of Bobby Kaye U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Robert J. Miller, a Wheaton North High School graduate, was killed in 2008 during combat in Afghanistan.

Margaret Landon graduated from Wheaton College in 1925.

13) Wheaton College graduate Margaret Landon’s visits to this modern-day country inspired her to write the book that was made into the hit musical “The King and I.” A. Thailand B. Vietnam C. Laos D. Myanmar 14) The 13,500-year-old fossilized remains of a mastodon were unearthed in 1963 in Glen Ellyn. Who owned the property?

A. Joseph Sam Perry B. Frank Johnson C. Thomas Hill D. Rodney Berg 15) U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Robert J. Miller, a Wheaton North High School graduate who was killed in 2008 during combat in Afghanistan, was the second Wheaton native to receive this military honor. What is it?

A. Silver Star B. Bronze Star C. Medal of Honor D. Purple Heart (Check answers on page 46) SEPTEMBER 2018

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A big 1970s update

BY JEAN MURPHY

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heaton and Glen Ellyn are the historic crown jewels of DuPage County, attracting lovers of beautiful, close-knit communities that also boast a historic flavor, with both villages dating to the 1830s and displaying exemplary homes of many eras.

Craig and Mary Pieters and their three sons moved into their Wheaton home, built in the late 1970s, in 1993 and spent more than 20 years concentrating on daily life.

Of course, there were some things about the house they didn’t particularly like, but the Pieterses didn’t want to disrupt their lives with a major renovation project when their children were still living at home. So they put off those decisions.

Recently, however, with two of their sons in medical school and the third away at college, they decided to take the home improvement plunge.

After years of hearing rave reviews about Glen Ellyn’s Drury Design, an awardwinning full-service design and remodeling firm specializing in custom kitchens and baths, Mary Pieters approached the company for suggestions on a redesign of her kitchen and laundry room. Renovations of the family room and master bath later were added to the project.

“It was my sisters who finally urged me to remodel the house,” Mary Pieters said.

“We had been thinking about it ever since we moved in, but our lives were busy and my husband is a physician and he has a low tolerance for inconvenience.

“I had heard good things about Drury Design, so I approached them, met one of their designers, Janice Teague, and it was a very good fit,” she said.

The big project, as far as Mary was concerned, was the kitchen. The home’s original owner had worked for Sears, so he

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BEFORE

AFTER had Sears cabinetry. More than 30 years later, the cabinets barely closed and the Pieterses were ready for a change.

They also were tired of the cream-colored porcelain floor tile that ran throughout the first floor and that also was used around their mantel-free family room fireplace.

“Now that we are empty-nesters, we were ready to add the finishes that we really wanted and not worry about the kids damaging them — like wood floors, pendant lighting and so forth,” Mary said. “Now that the project is done, we have a home that is more entertainment-centered than kid-centered and we are absolutely happy with the result.”

Teague, the consultant chosen by the Pieters, had an immediate rapport with Mary.

“We struck a chord and were able to work together very well,” Teague said.

“They had a screened porch off the kitchen and we were able to expand the kitchen into the porch space once our engineers made sure we could direct heat out there,” she said.

“We replaced the ’70s-look oak cabinets with white; rearranged the placement of the refrigerator and steam oven; sealed the

entrance to the dining room; made a new eating area where the screened porch once was; and were able to add a pass-through to the family room with a nice-sized hutch that she can use as a buffet area.”

The new, larger kitchen island features honed Taj Mahal quartzite as a countertop and hickory cabinetry below with a truffle finish (which coordinates with the new hutch). Above the island are three tech lights on a monorail.

The perimeter cabinetry is now white with a taupe glaze (to coordinate with the new maple floors) and the countertops are brown antique granite with a satin finish. >

OPPOSITE PAGE: “It was my sisters who finally urged me to remodel the house,” Mary Pieters says. “We had been thinking about it ever since we moved in, but our lives were busy ...”

ABOVE: With their three children out of the house, Craig and Mary Pieters decided to work with Drury Design of Glen Ellyn to renovate portions of their 1970s-era Wheaton home — including the kitchen.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF: ERIC HAUSMAN

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BEFORE

“N

ow that we

are emptynesters, we were ready to add the finishes that we really wanted and not worry about the kids damaging them.”

AFTER The Pieters always wanted a mantel for their fireplace, so they created a lovely fireplace with a wood mantel and wooden surrounds that are more fitting to the scale of the cathedral-ceilinged family room.

BELOW: Once the remodeling process began, the Pieters also decided to create a new master bath.

Below the longtime bay window there is now a wine bar, as well as drawers where Mary can store her office items. Windows and transoms are plentiful along the back of the kitchen with its view of the neighboring forest preserve.

The adjoining laundry room was Mary’s secondary focus. Like most laundry rooms, it had become cluttered and inefficient. So they removed the old wood cabinets and replaced them with white cabinetry. They also removed a seldom-used pull-down ironing board; made space for the microwave they seldom use but didn’t want to dispose of; and installed a bench where they can sit to put on shoes and boots.

The Pieterses, in coordination with Teague, also decided to overhaul their family room fireplace. It always bothered them that there was no mantel, so they remedied that deficiency, creating a lovely fireplace with a wood mantel and surrounds that are much more fitting to the scale of the cathedral-ceilinged family room.

They also replaced the former brass fireplace doors and opened up and modernized the bar area next to the fireplace.

Finally, since they were already going to be under construction, Mary chose to renovate the master bath. She and Teague chose to add a sophisticated and modern sliding entrance door made of lightly frosted glass and wood. They also added dark taupe quartzite SEPTEMBER 2018

Mary Pieters

countertops, hickory cabinetry and large porcelain floor tiles.

They replaced the old whirlpool tub with a streamlined soaking tub that is equipped with a back warmer and installed a new shower that features a low-lip shower pan because they did not want floor grout to clean. They installed a bench, which will help them to age in place.

It is also worth noting that between the two bathroom sinks there is now a tall wall cabinet with compartments for each of them (hinged on opposite sides) and the soffit that now runs above the sink area and the soaking tub houses recessed task lighting that can be dimmed and presents a clean, simple look.

“The scope of this project presented a challenge,” Teague said.

“But now that it is done and we are empty-nesters without kids to worry about ruining beautiful new finishes,” Mary said, “we are very happy.”

PHOTOS COURTESY OF: ERIC HAUSMAN

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Couples with strong partnerships thrive as empty-nesters

BY KEN POTTS COURTESY OF KEN AND TAMMY POTTS

Family therapist and Daily Herald columnist Ken Potts and his wife, Tammy, a veteran teacher and educational consultant, wrote the book, “Mix, Don’t Blend: A Guide to Dating, Engagement and Remarriage with Children.”

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n the past few decades, it has become popular to talk about young adults “leaving the nest.” Similarly we also have begun to talk about “empty-nest syndrome.”

As many of us have discovered, a good part of parents’ time and energy gets taken up in child rearing. And in the process of being parents, some of us begin to lose touch with our partners as husbands and wives. We forget how to talk or what to talk about. We develop separate interests, separate friends. We no longer know how to be alone with each other.

Often, neither of us is aware of what is happening. And if we do vaguely sense something is wrong, we often don’t have the time — or, perhaps, the courage — to figure out what it is.

That all can change rather abruptly, however, when the last of our children moves out on his or her own. The “nest” is empty except for Mom and Dad, and we may suddenly be confronted with the reality that we’ve lost track of how to be Wife and Husband.

Though some couples work through the transition back to being intimate partners successfully, others get into a bit of trouble.

We can find ourselves struggling vainly to rebuild our marriages on a foundation so eroded by time and lack of attention that it can no longer support the weight of our relational needs.

Many times this struggle ends in divorce.

In fact, the “empty nest” period in the SEPTEMBER 2018

family life cycle is one of the most common times for divorce to occur.

Other couples, not wanting to end their marriage, simply will give up and settle for an uneasy truce. In such a situation we wind up living together more as roommates than husbands and wives. But at least we are together.

Sometimes such struggling couples seek professional help. Actually, if we have avoided doing extensive damage to our marriage in our struggle with the “empty nest,” we have a fairly good chance of rebuilding what made our marriage special before we became parents.

As I mentioned, not all couples have such difficulties. Though all of us do have to deal with some adjustment as our children leave home, some of us actually pass fairly smoothly into the next stage of family life.

Such successful life cycle transition is due to a number of factors. Let’s look at four of them: • A firm foundation. For a marriage to successfully adapt to change, it first must be built on a solid base of mutual warmth, trust and respect; common interests; and good communication and conflict management skills.

• Awareness of normal family development. Forewarned is forearmed. If we understand and accept how our family and our marriage will develop over time, we can better adapt to changes.

• Putting first things first. The greatest gift we can give our children is our healthy

marriage. Despite the dirty diapers, PTA meetings, piano lessons and all the other things that go along with being parents, we need to invest ourselves in our marriage as well. Regularly making quality time to talk, to play and to love while our children are with us ensures that we will have such times when they have gone.

• Flexibility. The most enduring structures have a bit of “give” built into them. A tall tree bends with the wind. A “quake-proof” skyscraper sways as the earth moves beneath it.

Even if we understand normal family development, we cannot predict or plan for every stress our marriage will endure as we raise our children. We want to give ourselves the freedom to adapt our relationship to cope with both the anticipated and unanticipated situations we inevitably will face.

Though I could probably go on, I think these four factors are sufficient to help us understand how couples can prepare for the empty nest as well as for other changes in their lives. Though seeing our last child leave home can be a time of sadness, it also should be a time of celebration in which we congratulate ourselves on a job well done and look forward to the next stage of our life together.

• Dr. Ken Potts is on the staff of Samaracare Counseling Center in Naperville and Downers Grove. He is co-author of “Mix Don’t Blend, A Guide to Dating, Engagement and Remarriage With Children.”

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Nutrition

Fuel up to fight aging

BY MARISSA PLESCIA

O

nce we reach a certain age, out bodies don’t quite work or rebound the way they used to.

Those french fries aren’t so easy to work off and the hop on our jump shot isn’t what it once was.

But while health and fitness becomes more of a challenge, experts say there are plenty of ways to keep our minds, body and souls healthy.

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Nutrition plays a key role as we age, especially when it comes to avoiding or combating chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart or kidney conditions, and many others, says Laura Yudys, clinical nutrition manager with Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield.

“It’s never too late to start thinking about healthy diet changes,” Yudys says. “If it’s something that hasn’t been a thought for you, it certainly isn’t too late to start making some of those changes.”

When it comes to healthy eating, Yudys says it’s important to take a reasonable, sustainable approach and occasionally treat yourself.

She recommends a 90/10 plan, where 90 percent of the time you’re eating food that is healthy and nourishes the body, and the other 10 percent you eat other foods that may not be as healthy but nourishes the mind and soul.

“The way I describe it, if you tell yourself you can’t ever have ice cream, you can hold out for maybe a couple days, maybe a couple weeks,” Yudys says.

“Eventually, everyone’s faces are going to turn into ice cream cones.”

She recommends focusing on adding more healthy foods rather than taking away bad ones. In the process, she says, people often stop eating the bad foods naturally.

It’s also important to create a realistic plan that’s easy to stick to.

“Try to stay away from the idea of a diet. ‘Diet’ implies something that is short term or is very restrictive,” she says. “I try to encourage people to look at it more of a kind of lifestyle change. So focusing on incorporating more good nutrition versus less bad nutrition is the way to kind of reframe your thinking.”

Yudys recommends foods that are rich in calcium and vitamin D, or antioxidants.

Calcium- and vitamin D-rich foods are especially important when it comes to bone health, she says.

Calcium can be found in dairy or even non-fortified dairy food. Vitamin D can be a bit more difficult to find in food, so Yudys recommends taking supplements.

For older adults, she says, “it’s not a time where we can add more bone health from a food standpoint. But it’s certainly a time where we can help prevent further loss.”

Antioxidants mostly are found in fruits and vegetables. Yudys says half of a healthy meal should be made up of vegetables, and there should be a variety in color.

When it comes to exercising, Yudys says healthy

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nutrition should support it and not counteract it.

“A lot of us tend to look at exercise as free rein to eat whatever we want, so what I would encourage people to do is look at fueling your exercise and use it as a complement to the healthy eating versus an excuse or a reason to be able to eat whatever we want afterward,” she says.

“I think at the end of the day, the diet that works best for you is the one you can stick with,” she says. “For most people, that means making small changes over the long term.”

Exercise As you get older, it important to continue exercising to maintain strength and health.

And even if you’ve never been much into exercising, it’s never too late to start, says Danielle Nachtigall, director of healthy living and sports programming at B.R. Ryall YMCA in Glen Ellyn.

“Usually if people haven’t been in the fitness world, they either feel out of place or they don’t know what to do, so they just tend to not do anything,” Nachtigall says. “Instead of moving, they tend to not move, and that’s when all the other issues come.”

As people age, they often lose flexibility and bone health along with posture and peripheral vision. To combat that, Nachtigall generally recommends about three days of strength training each week along with three to five days of cardio. If all else fails, walking is always a good exercise to fall back on.

“If you can’t do anything, walking is better than nothing,” she says.

To keep up with your fitness and stick to a routine, Nachtigall recommends finding a form of exercise you enjoy and someone to work out with who can help you feel accountable.

“If you have never found anything or have never established a good exercise routine, then you probably haven’t found anything you like,” she says. “Finding something you’re able to stick with is most likely only going to happen if you enjoy it.”

Jim Brown is a personal trainer with Parks Plus Fitness in Wheaton and, at age 63, he often gets paired with older clients because he knows what they’re going through. He also works with clients who have gone through things such as strokes or hip or knee replacements.

“I understand more what they’re going through, the aches and pains,” Brown says. “A lot of them are scared when they first come in, especially if they’ve seen trainers on TV who are normally younger and yelling at them on ‘Biggest Loser’ or something. So I’m their age or older and more understanding and that’s good for them.”

Brown tries to ease people into it, stressing weight training, cardio and balance. He says the general guideline is at least 150 minutes of cardio a week, and two days of weight training a week.

He also recommends getting a personal trainer to make people more committed to their workouts.

Brown says people can start exercising at any age and, once they do, most start to see a difference in their quality of life.

“It’s hard to get started exercising and it can get boring,” he says, “but you just have to do it.”

Services to help For those looking to improve their health and fitness, there are several services available in and around Wheaton and Glen Ellyn.

Central DuPage Hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient care for those who need help with nutrition. Yudys says people come in for help with weight management and chronic conditions and also can receive in-depth counseling on nutrition and learn what kind of foods to eat and how to do it.

At B.R. Ryall YMCA, Nachtigall recommends Y’s Way to Fitness, which is geared to older adults and focuses on strengthening all muscle groups, and Fit for Life, which includes aerobics, strength training and yoga.

In addition, there are classes for people suffering from chronic diseases, or those trying prevent diabetes.

To find out more about these group exercise classes, visit www.brryallymca.org/programs/healthy-living/health-well-beingfitness/group-exercise.

There is personal training available at the Y as well.

In addition to personal training at Parks Plus Fitness, there are several group classes, including some focused on cardio, yoga, zumba and more. Visit www.parksplusfitness.com/Pages/ programs/group_fitness.html for more information on these classes.

Parks Plus Fitness also offers classes through Silver Sneakers, an organization that offers fitness classes to seniors on Medicare.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Michelle Kirincich, 54, works out at Parks Plus Fitness in Wheaton.

ABOVE: Beth Kautz, 68, left, and Dawn Juhn, 72, take part in the Fit for Life exercise class at B.R. Ryall YMCA in Glen Ellyn.

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Tax changes impact your retirement Suburban financial planners share wealth management tips

BY KIM MIKUS

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nce the kids are older and retirement may be drawing near, there are numerous financial aspects to consider.

Health care, tax rates, 401(k) contributions and various savings plans must be looked at and analyzed. There are many questions out there as well, such as, “Should I still be investing in the stock market?”

Another thing that plays into the equation is the fact that, on average, we are living longer. According to the Social Security Administration, more than one in three 65-year-olds will live to 90.

We asked several suburban wealth management experts and certified financial planners about what we should be looking at once we hit 50. After all, our financial portfolio is quite a bit different from perhaps just five or 10 years ago.

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Here’s what the experts have to say: Jim Platania, certified financial planner, founder of Platania Financial Inc., Arlington Heights • Start planning for what you believe your housing needs will be during retirement. You may wish to live in the same home for many more years, or you may want to consider downsizing for some of the following reasons: high property taxes (and how the new tax law will impact the income tax deductibility of those payments), a need to simplify and move to an area where home maintenance is taken care of (condo, townhouse or retirement communities), or you may just be looking for a more affordable place to live.

Moving always has been one of the biggest financial decisions you can make, so think it through and understand how it will affect you financially.

• Make sure you know how many more working years are needed for you to retire comfortably. Your retirement Jim Platania age may be sooner or later than one may expect, but you need to understand where you stand.

• Determine the rate of return you need to earn on your money to be successful in reaching your goals. Far too often, people want to invest but don’t take the time to determine the range of investment returns needed to help them achieve their financial and retirement goals.

High-net-worth individuals, who are unlikely to run out of money in retirement should question why they may have an aggressive equity portfolio that could cause more harm than good if the markets turn south.

Conversely, those who need to grow their assets significantly may question why they are invested in a very conservative portfolio when they will likely have a difficult time accumulating

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• If you are married and currently have wills or trusts that separate your estate into two trusts to avoid estate taxes, you may want to have your documents reviewed by an estate planning attorney. With the new tax laws going into effect this year, estate tax limits have been increased dramatically and these trusts may no longer make sense for you.

Dean Hedeker, founder of Hedeker Wealth, Lincolnshire • Choose new vehicles. No, we don’t mean go buy a fleet of new cars; we’re talking about new vehicles for saving money. With the new tax laws that have lowered rates at least through 2025, the rules of traditional retirement planning have shifted a bit.

In the past, because it was believed that, you would be in a lower tax bracket at retirement, the goal was to postpone paying taxes. So that meant fully contributing to your company 401(k) plan, fully funding your deductible IRA, etc.

With today’s low tax rates and government deficits and the potential bankruptcy of Social Security, it is possible or even probable tax rates during your retirement will be higher than they are Dean Hedeker today.

This causes a shift in tactics; no longer is the game to postpone taxes as postponing will cause you to pay higher taxes down the road.

This does not mean you should stop saving for retirement; it just means a shift in tactics.

Those facing retirement within about 20 years will want to stop fully funding their company retirement accounts, but instead contributing just to the point where the employer match stops.

Also new places for funds need to be considered such as Roth IRAs, nondeductible IRAs, taxable investment accounts and life insurance policies. Obviously, you can’t stop contributing to Social Security, but you can cut back on your 401(k) contributions.

We suggest contributions only to the employer match level. We all need to assume tax rates will increase in the future, so now is a good time to diversify your retirement funds.

• Think about both your retirement age and your future health.

It’s difficult to know whether to collect Social Security at 65 or to wait until age 70. The break-even point is about age 80 to 82; those who live longer than that are better off waiting until age 70 to collect Social Security. None of us has a crystal ball, but if your health is good, waiting until 70 may be the safest bet at least.

• Invest in the stock market if you’re under 65. Use stocks as a long-term investment and do not worry about the normal and regular fluctuations. This is still a reliable long-term strategy that will yield the best long-term results.

• If you’re thinking about a vacation home — think about some additional questions. Determine whether you’re looking for a true vacation home or a rental property. If a vacation house is to be your home away from home, you will incur additional costs to repair, enhance and beautify the home and property for your enjoyment.

Consider those costs on your investment.

If your plan is to rent the property, then decisions such as specific location, or proximity to the beach, town or parks will be considered differently and you may not need to invest as much in the property. Also note, if you rent out a second home less than 14 days a year, you do not have to pay income tax on that income, so if there is an annual film festival or you’d like to rent the home for Christmas week, you can do so for tax-free additional income.

• Simplify your calculations with the Rule of 72. It’s difficult to do long-term planning quickly, especially with so many numbers floating around. One key number is 72. Calculating precisely when your investment will double is complicated, but if you use the Rule of 72, you can do quick math and help your investment planning.

Take the number 72 and divide it by the interest rate. An interest rate of, for example, 7 percent will result in a doubling money in about 10 years; the funds will quadruple in 20 years or so. A 10 percent interest rate will double your money in about 7 years and quadrupling will occur after about 14 years. This “back of the envelope” calculation can help you to start thinking more specifically about your financial choices for the long-term.

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Golden years, new career?

Alternatives to retirement

BY MARILYN BIRD

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fter spending 30-plus years in your career, is it finally time to turn in the keys and leave the workforce? Not unless you want to.

The 55-and-older demographic currently makes up 22.8 percent of the total U.S. labor force, compared with 17.6 percent at the start of the Great Recession 10 years ago, according to research from the Pew Research Center.

While the report doesn’t detail what types of jobs this group of workers is doing, chances are good that some of them have left their previous careers and started new ones.

As you reach retirement age, you may think you have only two options: stay in your current job or give up working altogether. But the choice isn’t binary. If you’re ready to wind down a long career but aren’t quite ready to leave the field, consulting can be an ideal alternative.

Consulting as a late-stage career path Companies in a variety of fields seek experienced professionals to guide them through specific projects, from preparing for an initial public offering to managing change after a merger and acquisition. Because such projects are not ongoing, these employers don’t want to hire full-time people to oversee them.

That’s where consultants come in.

Project-based assignments are plentiful and rewarding.

Perhaps that’s why 83 percent of the CFOs polled for a Robert Half Management Resources survey said consulting is an attractive career option. Here are some of the reasons for considering a new career as a consultant: SEPTEMBER 2018

• Flexibility — Consultants set their own schedules, determining when and how much they work. You could start your new career by taking on a full workload, and then scale back on your own timeline. Want to travel half the year and not have to worry about checking in? Not a problem. All you have to do is choose shorter projects with set end dates.

• Variety — One month you’re preparing a financial model for a real estate company. The next quarter, you’re helping a tech startup write a viable business plan. By not having to stick with one industry, you won’t get bored. In fact, you’ll likely learn something new from each assignment, which keeps you youthful, engaged and on your toes.

• Earning potential — CEOs are willing to pay top dollar for senior-level professionals who bring decades of experience and expertise to their projects. And because they don’t have to contribute toward payroll taxes or employee benefits, companies are able to offer consultants a higher hourly rate than they would a salaried employee.

How to shift into consulting Don’t expect to quit your full-time job one day and hop right into your first consulting gig the next. For a smooth transition and a successful new stage of your career, follow these steps: 1. Do a trial run. Before leaving full-time employment, take on a few side gigs to get a taste of consulting. This will help you determine whether consulting is a good fit, as well as figure out what types of projects you will or won’t enjoy doing.

2. Map out a strategy. Hone in on what you want out of this second career and what you can offer clients. Once you have a good idea of what types of projects you’d like to take on, establish

your strengths and unique selling points. These factors will play a large role in your consulting resume, LinkedIn profile, elevator pitch and other marketing materials.

3. Step up networking. After working for several decades, you likely have a contact list filled with professional acquaintances, former bosses and colleagues and past clients. Start reaching out to these people as you launch your consulting business. Let them know about your next steps and how you’d love their assistance in spreading the word. Networking is a must when promoting your services.

4. Act like an entrepreneur. Independent consultants are basically the owners of small businesses, unless they work with a staffing firm that handles all the business details for them. This means you are now in charge of your own marketing, IT, tax withholdings, billing and receiving and other tasks.

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As to the latter, decide whether you should take on other aspects of the business yourself or outsource them. For example, you most likely could handle your own accounting, but you may want to let someone else take care of website creation and tax preparation.

5. Work with a staffing firm. At this stage in your career, you may not want the hassles of being an independent contractor who has to beat the bushes for clients. If so, you can partner with a staffing firm that specializes in placing professionals in consulting projects and interim management roles on a contingent basis.

After you submit your resume, you would then be matched with companies and projects that best suit your talents and interests.

Working with a staffing firm means less time spent on searching and more time on rewarding contracts.

Leaving a full-time senior position doesn’t automatically mean full-time retirement. As the workplace evolves and adapts to new realities, seasoned professionals find that they have more choices than ever to remain happy and productive — but on their own terms this time — for many years to come.

• Marilyn Bird is a district president of Robert Half, a specialized staffing firm with offices in Warrenville.

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Make it al fresco W

BY SAMANTHA NELSON

ith fall on the horizon,

you’ll want to take every advantage to soak up the last of the summer sun and balmy nights. These six local restaurants have you covered, offering beautiful spaces where you can enjoy a drink or a meal, take in the views and savor the season.

Adelle’s Adelle’s Fine American Fare in Wheaton has received rave reviews for its outdoor dining experience, which includes a private garden, a cedar pergola and 100 handmade glass flowers and iron sculptures decorating the seating area. The neighborhood restaurant was the only Illinois establishment to land a spot on OpenTable’s 2017 list of “100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America.” Owners aim to offer friendly service and upscale comfort food, along with craft cocktails and beer.

Adelle’s is at 535 W. Liberty Drive. Hours are 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Sunday and Monday by appointment only.

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Start or finish a day of golfing at Arrowhead Golf Club by visiting the on-site restaurant, which has a massive patio overlooking the 9th green, driving range and chipping green.

The 18 umbrella-topped tables are first-come, first-served, but there’s room for 90 in the plant-lined space. Once you get a seat, you can peruse the menu of seasonal American fare paired with craft beer and an extensive wine list. Come on Friday for an all-you-can-eat fish fry or take advantage of Saturday’s prime rib special. Arrowhead Restaurant & Bar is

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at 26W151 Butterfield Road, Wheaton.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Café on the Park Pick up some summer reading at the Wheaton Public Library and then visit the cafe overlooking Adams Park for madeto-order sandwiches, housemade scones and locally roasted coffee. The patio boasts a mix of counter seating and small tables topped with bright colored umbrellas so you can choose between sun and shade while chatting with friends or getting some work done on your laptop. Café on the Park is at 225 N. Cross St., Wheaton. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Monday through Thursday; 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

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Ivy Restaurant Enclosed by a wrought iron fence bedecked with the restaurant’s namesake, the patio at Ivy Restaurant regularly hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions during the summer. Red umbrellas and canopies will protect you from the rain or direct sun so you can relax and enjoy seasonal dishes made with ingredients from local farms and the Wheaton French Market.

Local musicians perform outside every Wednesday and Friday throughout the season. Ivy is at 120 N. Hale St., Wheaton.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

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Emmett’s Brewing

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Take in the bustle of historic downtown Wheaton from the enclosed, elevated terrace at Emmett’s Brewing Co. while cooling off with a refreshing IPA or lager brewed on site. The brewpub has room for 25 people beneath its awnings, but you can also get plenty of fresh air sitting on the veranda when the doors are open.

Emmett’s Brewing Co. is at 121 W. Front St. Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday; and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

This is the first patio season for Rue, which opened in October 2017, but it has been constantly busy with people coming from as far as Milwaukee to try its New Orleans fare on the 20-seat hardwood patio, where umbrellas and a shade tree will protect you from the heat. Get a taste of the Crescent City by ordering a plate of crawfish etouffee and cool off with a round of hurricanes. Rue is at 504 Crescent Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Monday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday.

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Sogno Ristorante With its rooftop seating and authentic Italian cuisine, Sogno transports patrons to a countryside villa in Italy. The rooftop patio, which overlooks downtown Wheaton, was formerly a seasonal dining option, but operators say it will soon be available year-round. Renovations are under way to enclose the roof, though it will remain open when the weather permits. Sogno is at 100 N. Hale St., second floor. Hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday.

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Bound S for glory

o, the youngest is picking out dorm essentials or the son who has been living in your basement five years post-graduation finally found a job to sustain himself outside the nest.

The denouement of child rearing is bittersweet, but when the tears wane you’ll feel a sense of liberation to reconnect with the person who was lost to diapers, soccer practice, adolescent psychology and teacher conferences.

Your family vacations can now be personal days

BY JACKY RUNICE SEPTEMBER 2018

The best way to rejoin the journey of self-discovery is through travel — and you won’t have to fret about whether there’s an indoor pool, kids’ club, branded character breakfasts or chicken “fingers” on the menu.

You can enjoy architecture, history, adult beverages, funky foods, scenic overlooks and peace and quiet. Can we have an Amen and start planning an empty-nester vacay that’s brimming with insight and just plain fun?

The Inn at Irwin Gardens bed and breakfast, an Edwardian mansion circa 1910, in Columbus, Indiana.

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ABOVE: Round Barn Brewery in Baroda, Michigan, offers wine and spirits to taste and purchase.

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AT RIGHT: Bourbon is king in Bardstown, Kentucky.

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“Architecture is frozen music.” — Goethe

Columbus, Indiana www.columbus.in.us (800) 468-6564

Remember that time you thought a Chicago architecture tour with the kids was a good idea and the only one who actually benefitted was the maker of Ibuprofen? Take a drive to Columbus, Indiana, a sleepy berg boasting a jackpot of Midcentury architecture by the likes of I.M. Pei, Eliel and Eero Saarinen, Richard Meier, Deborah Berke, Harry Weese and others. Tour “America’s Most Significant Modernist House,” the Miller House and Garden, designed by Eero Saarinen. You’ll think Doris Day will be waiting in the colorful conversation pit as you breeze through the flowing layout. Note the substantial geometric gardens and lane of honey locust trees along the house. Book a guided Modern Architecture tour through the town, then take a load off at 4th Street Bar for a hand-breaded and double-cubed pork tenderloin sandwich, a Hoosier staple. Have dessert or a cool Green River at the restored turn-of-the-century museum and ice cream parlor, Zaharakos. You can walk to everything if you stay at the Hotel Indigo or continue the historic theme by booking a room at Inn at Irwin Gardens B&B, an Edwardian mansion circa 1910.

“Alcohol — the cause of and answer to all of life’s problems.” — Homer Simpson

Kentucky’s bourbon country www.VisitBardstown.com (800) 638-4877

If you’re an Old Fashioned kind of guy or gal, get to the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown, Kentucky. Located in the heart of the Bluegrass State, Kentucky’s second-oldest city has been dubbed the Most Beautiful Small Town in America by Rand McNally and USA Today. Tour and sip among some nine distilleries along the area’s bourbon trail. Visit Civil War museums, > SEPTEMBER 2018

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My Old Kentucky Home state park and then decide how you’re going to celebrate “2018: The Year of Kentucky Food.” Don’t leave without sampling a Hot Brown and a side of succotash followed by Bourbon biscuit pudding or fried chicken sided with chowchow and pickled beets. The area offers fascinating culinary trails such as The Country Ham Trail — (stop at Olde Delaney’s Country Ham Store) and a Fried Chicken Trail (Kurtz Restaurant is where you want to order it in Bardstown). Choose among more than a dozen inns, B&Bs and chain hotels. Shelbyville, the American Saddlebred Capital of the World, is just a half-hour north where you can take a horse farm tour and saddle up yourself.

“Wine is constant proof that God loves us and wants to see us happy.” — Benjamin Franklin

Southwest Michigan

The Tabor Hill Winery and Restaurant in Southwest Michigan offers stunning vineyard views and award-winning wines.

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drinkmichigan.com (800) 716-9463 It’s not Napa, but you can get to nearby southwest Michigan wine country in a couple of hours and pack in a weekend full of food and wine tastings, outdoor music and general adult glee. The family owned and operated Moersch Hospitality Group offers a vat full of swirling, sipping and noshing at its establishments: Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant, Round Barn Winery, Round Barn Brewery & Public House, and Free Run Cellars.

The Round Barn tasting room and estate in Baroda, Michigan, is home to the 1912 round barn, wine and spirits to taste and purchase, and summerlong “Jammin’ in the Vineyard” outdoor concert series every Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 27, on an

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outdoor stage adjacent to the vineyard (www.drinkmichigan. com/round-barn/events). If you’re looking for a quieter experience, visit this location during the week or plot a route to sister wineries, Free Run Cellars or Tabor Hill. Both offer exceptional food, too.

Round Barn Brewery and Public House pulls the handle on a wide variety of hand crafted IPAs, ales, stouts and small batch, experimental beers concocted by five brewers. You won’t be disappointed in any of the eats at Public House, the on-site brewpub. There are beer, wine and spirits flights for $12 and a sandwich and a side deal for $9 (Wednesdays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) If you feel more comfortable with a designated driver, make it Harbor Country Adventures (harborcountryadventures.com or 269-231-5867) for a Stem & Stein Adventure. The daylong spree stops at wineries, vineyards and cellars throughout Harbor Country and includes lunch. The company also offers a 90-minute boat tour of Lake Michigan. For an array of great places to hunker down, check out the lodging list at www.harborcountry.org.

“Hot’Lanta” is an instrumental performed by Georgia natives the Allman Brothers Band, 1971.

Atlanta, Georgia www.atlanta.net (800) ATLANTA

What attracts Hollywood to Atlanta? The same things that make it a wonderful destination for empty-nesters: warm weather, lots of history, culture and friendly southerners. Not to mention southern food. Have lunch at the hipster-ish Victory Sandwich Bar (www.vicsandwich.com) in Inman Park then take an ATL Cruzer electric car tour (www.atlcruzers.com) of eclectic neighborhoods to get your bearings (since so many streets use the “Peachtree” moniker), hear about what each offers and learn a bit of the history. An Atlanta CityPASS is a smart option providing admission to attractions like the fabulous Georgia Aquarium, CNN Studio Tour, Center for Civil and Human Rights, and the College Football Hall of Fame, among others.

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The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site is a must and literary fans will want to pencil in a stop at the Margaret Mitchell House & Museum, where she wrote her epic, “Gone With the Wind.”

Atlanta’s old Sears, Roebuck & Co. building is now Ponce City Market, a model of an adaptive reuse project that includes a Central Food Hall, various shops and a rooftop with a sweeping views, an 18-hole mini-golf course, boardwalk-style games and a beer garden. Another place teeming with good grub is Krog Street Market (www.krogstreetmarket.com) packed with local eateries, bars and food vendors.

The Atlanta History Center is in the Buckhead district where you’ll also find high-end shopping ala Michigan Avenue. Stay in one of the newly renovated guest rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta, the longest-operating Ritz in the world and more contemporary than you might expect (www.ritzcarlton.com/en/ hotels/georgia/atlanta). The hotel offers live music, wine tastings

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and genuine southern hospitality. If you prefer a more casual vibe, Aloft Atlanta Downtown (www.aloftatlantadowntown.com) offers modern amenities and an outdoor pool. Both hotels are centrally located downtown within walking distance of Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola and more.

“You have never seen such lofty clouds, such towering anvils, as in Iowa in July.” — Bill Bryson

Council Bluffs, Iowa

unleashcb.com (844) 271-6909 Driving out west this summer or fall? Council Bluffs, Iowa, may be a good place to break the monotony of motoring across Midwest flatlands. The Iowa town offers a string of affordable chain hotels, gambling, pockets of history, birding and museums and it’s on the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway along the edge of the Missouri River. There’s only one other place on the planet with comparable deposits of the windblown yellowish-brown deposit known as loess — Shaanxi, China.

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You can have one foot in Nebraska and another in Iowa when you saunter across the 3,000-foot-long Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge that crosses the Missouri River between Omaha and Council Bluffs. Keep an eye peeled for more than 30 public art installations — a significant number for a city of 60,000 (www. iowawestpublicart.org). History buffs will want to see Historic General Dodge House, an 1869 structure that was home to the most famous Civil War general no one knows (www.dodgehouse. org). Take a tour and learn about the Renaissance man that was Grenville M. Dodge.

Housed in the 115-year-old former library, the admissionfree Union Pacific Railroad Museum, named the best museum in Iowa, offers fascinating exhibits depicting 150 years (in 2019) of American history (www.uprrmuseum.org). Right next door, tour the creepy Historic Squirrel Cage Jail, a rotating “lazy Susan” jailhouse, one of a few left in existence.

Birders have to stop at Hitchcock Nature Center, home to the only full-time hawk watch in Iowa and among the top five spots on

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the continent for eagle watching as 10,000 migratory raptors float by. Peak viewing of birds and foliage is roughly from the autumnal equinox through the first three weeks of October, but you can spy some anytime via the 45-foot observation tower. Environmental programs for adults include Outdoor Photography, Birding 101, Monarch Tagging, Backpacking 101 and various hikes.

Consider breakfast at local gems like Mad Ox Bakery (famous for red velvet doughnuts) and lunch at Stay Sweet, Nicola’s, which has a coffee bar, daily soup and sandwich creations, pastries and the most ethereal lemon cake west of the Mississippi. Dinner at 712 Eat + Drink is a sure thing showcasing local produce and protein fashioned into fabulous salads, burgers, pasta and entrees.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Stay Sweet, Nicola’s has the most ethereal lemon cake west of the Mississippi, according to writer Jacky Runice.

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ABOVE TOP: The Round Barn Brewery and Public House pulls the handle on a wide variety of hand crafted IPAs, ales and stouts concocted by five brewers.

Birders take notes atop the raptor observation tower at Hitchcock Nature Center, considered one of the top five spots in the continental U.S. to view eagles.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 8 and 9 Revolutionary War Reenactment: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 8 and 9, Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. History comes alive as dozens of re-enactors from the Northwest Territory Alliance camp at the park to stage mock battles and provide a look at what life was like for soldiers and civilians in the 18th century. Free; parking $10. cantigny.org.

Through Oct. 7 The Ding Dong or How The French Kiss: 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 7, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Buffalo Theatre Ensemble opens the MAC season with this hilarious farce. Tickets: $38-$40. atthemac.org.

Sept. 14 The Scared Scriptless Tour: 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 14, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn.

Improv icons Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood will use audience suggestions and participation to take the crowd on a comedic ride filled with sharp parody. Tickets: $55-$75. atthemac.org.

Sept. 14 to Oct. 7 Willy Wonka: 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m.

Sundays, Sept. 14 to Oct. 7, at Wheaton Drama’s Playhouse 111, 111 Hale St., Wheaton. Wheaton Drama stages the Roald Dahl classic. Tickets: $21-$24. wheatondrama.org.

Saturday, Sept. 15 DuPage PADS Run 4 Home: 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at DuPage PADS Client Service Center, 703 W. Liberty Drive, Wheaton.

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$15 for ages 6 to 13, free for younger children. padsrun.org.

Artist Series Concert: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at Wheaton College’s Edman Chapel, 401 E. Franklin St., Wheaton. The 5 Browns, a family of pianists all accepted to Juilliard School of Music, performs classical music. Tickets: $45 for adults, $40 for seniors, $10 for children and students. The annual Artist Series Opening Night Festival begins at 6:15 p.m. on Edman Plaza. artistseries.org.

Saturday, Sept. 22 NAMI DuPage Run for the Mind: 7 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Sept. 22, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. A 5K run and walk followed by a barbecue and mental health and wellness fair. Proceeds benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness, DuPage chapter. Cost: $30 through Thursday, Sept. 20; $35 on race day. namidupage.org.

Friday, Sept. 28 Light the Torch 5K: 5:30-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, in downtown Wheaton, 120 E. Liberty St. The night run and walk takes participants around downtown and along luminaria-lit streets. Timed race with chipped bibs. Participants receive glow giveaways. Race ends in a street fest with a DJ, carnival rides and food trucks.

Presented by Wheaton Park District and FT Cares Foundation.

Cost: $30 for individuals; $25 per member of team of four or more. wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Saturday, Sept. 29, & Sunday, Sept. 30 Show Boat and Show Tunes: 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. New Philharmonic Presents a tribute to Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein before they teamed up. Four guest vocalists will join an 80-voice chorus for such hits as “Ol’ Man River,” “Make Believe” and “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man.” Tickets: $55. atthemac.org.

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Monday, Oct. 1, to Wednesday, Oct. 31 Cosley Zoo Pumpkin Fest: Monday, Oct. 1, to Wednesday, Oct. 31, at Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton. The zoo adds a straw pyramid, thousands of pumpkins scattered on the lawns, and children’s rides. Apples, gourds, pumpkins, cider, cornstalks and various sizes of straw bales for sale. Regular admission of $7 for adults, $5 for seniors 55 and older; free for children, zoo members and Wheaton Park District residents with Universal Resident ID. Additional fees for rides. cosleyzoo.org/events.

Saturday, Oct. 6 Annie Moses Band: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 6, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Six virtuosic siblings have become famous for their classical-crossover style of string playing, eclectic vocals and diverse arrangements. Look for classical, Americana, progressive folk and jazz influences in their performance. Tickets: $45-$49. atthemac.org.

Friday, Oct. 12 Artist Series Concert: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at Wheaton College’s Edman Chapel, 401 E. Franklin St., Wheaton. Ukranian pianist Vadym Kholodenko performs. Tickets: $10 to $45. artistseries.org.

Saturday, Oct. 13 The Texas Tenors: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. They rose to fame on “America’s Got Talent” and have since performed more than 1,500 concerts, produced two PBS specials and released three albums. Their music spans the genres, including country, gospel, classic and Broadway. Tickets: $50-$60. atthemac.org.

Saturday, Oct. 13 COD Food Truck Rally and Sunset 5K: 2-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at the College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn.

Features more than 15 food trucks serving 2-8 p.m.; Touch-A-Truck open 2-7 p.m.; Youth Dash at 3:30 p.m.; 5K at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support student scholarships. Advance race registration for adults: $15; price increases as event nears. Race registration: $10 for students, $15 for seniors and ages 5 to 12, $10 for youth dash; no increase as event nears. Food Truck Rally admission is free and does not require race registration. Info: cod.edu/5k/.

Friday, Oct. 19 Halloween Happening: 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, at the Community Center, 1777 S. Blanchard Road, Wheaton. All-ages Halloween celebration features a costume parade, “trunk-ortreat,” trick-or-treat trail and more. Free; fee for some activities. wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Friday, Oct. 19 Bassem Youssef: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. He is dubbed the “Jon Stewart of the Arab World,” do you need to know more?

Named one of Time magazine’s most influential people in 2013, Youssef will bring his political satire, wit and humor to the MAC. Tickets $38-$43. atthemac.org.

> FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Bassem Youssef. PHOTO BY YEHIA ELZEINY Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood Halloween at Wheaton Eduardo Guerrero. PHOTO COURTESY OF: EDUARDO GUERRERO SEPTEMBER 2018

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Sunday, Oct. 21 Flamenco Passion: 2 & 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, at College of DuPage’s McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Eduardo Guerrero, lead dancer for Compania Flamenca, was just named one of the 25 top dancers to watch by Dance Magazine. Direct from Cadiz, Spain, the group of live musicians and elite dancers will captivate audiences with classical and contemporary Spanish dance, ballet and contortion. Tickets $45-$49. atthemac.org.

Saturday, Oct. 27 Boo-palooza: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, in downtown Wheaton. Store-to-store trick-or-treating with costume contest at 10 a.m. and free hayrides on Front Street. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Halloween Festival: 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, in downtown Glen Ellyn. Costume parade, trick-or-treating at participating businesses, entertainment and crafts. Free. glenellynchamber.com.

Friday, Nov. 2 Artist Series Concert: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at Wheaton College’s Edman Chapel, 401 E. Franklin St., Wheaton. Mariachi Herenciade México, an ensemble of students ages 11 to 18 from Chicago, performs traditional Mexican music. Tickets: $20 for adults, $10 for children and students. artistseries.org.

Saturday, Nov. 3 Chili Cook-off: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, in downtown Wheaton.

Sample 15 varieties offered by downtown Wheaton restaurants.

Tickets: $22 for adults, $10 for ages 12 and younger; include unlimited tastings. downtownwheaton.com.

Sunday, Nov. 4 Winter Showcase Fashion Show: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, at Glen Oak Country Club, 21W451 Hill Ave., Glen Ellyn.

Social and silent auction begin at 11 a.m. with lunch at noon.

Mrs. Illinois 2016 Crystal Cavey provides commentary on fashion show at 1 p.m. Proceeds support Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare. Tickets: $45; $335 for table of eight; $425 for table of 10; $600 for VIP table of eight with Cavey. glenellynchamber.com.

Thursday, Nov. 22 Turkey Trot: 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 22, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Free. A 5-mile run with prizes for accurately predicting your finish time. Timing devices not allowed, but costumes are encouraged. Free. No registration required. gepark.org.

Friday, Nov. 23 Holiday Walk: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, in downtown Glen Ellyn. Glen Ellyn celebrates the arrival of the holiday season with a tree-lighting and decorated storefronts. Santa lights the tree at 6:30 p.m., then greets children from 7-8:30 p.m. at the fire station.

Free. glenellynchamber.com.

SEPTEMBER 2018

Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights

Friday, Nov. 23, to Sunday, Dec. 30 Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, except 9 a.m. to noon Christmas Eve, from Friday, Nov. 23, to Sunday, Dec. 30; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton, is illuminated by displays with thousands of lights. Lights come on at 3 p.m. Christmas trees, hot chocolate and holiday gifts for sale, with proceeds benefiting the zoo.

Regular admission of $7 for adults, $5 for seniors 55 and older; free for children, zoo members and Wheaton Park District residents with Universal Resident ID. cosleyzoo.org/events.

Saturday, Nov. 24 Holiday Carriage Rides: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, in downtown Wheaton. Horse-drawn carriage rides around the downtown shopping district. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Saturday, Dec. 1 Reindeer Run: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, from Main and Wesley streets, downtown Wheaton. The 5K encourages runners to show their holiday spirit while raising money for the Wheaton Lions Club charities. Runners receive a long-sleeve tech shirt and antlers. Cost: $30 per person or $25 per team member for groups of four or more through Nov. 1; prices increase to $35 and $30 through Nov. 27; $40 and $35 on race day. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events.

Living Wheaton Christmas Festival: Noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, in downtown Wheaton. Santa meets with children from noon to 3 p.m. Horse-drawn carriage rides from noon to 3 p.m. DJ and free hot chocolate and cider, holiday treats and deals at participating downtown businesses. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Saturdays, Dec. 8 to 22 Santa Visits and Holiday Carriage Rides: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 8 to 22, at Martin Memorial Plaza, Front and Main streets, Wheaton.

Visit with Santa and take a horse-drawn Holiday Carriage Ride around downtown Wheaton. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Grove Dental celebrates 50 years of beautiful smiles

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rove Dental Associates is proud to celebrate 50 years of creating beautiful, healthy smiles in the community.

Grove Dental was founded in 1968 by Drs. Hurdle, Jourgensen and Mitchell. Their original small dental practice was located in the Green Knolls Shopping Center at 63rd and Main streets in Downers Grove.

This is far from the humble beginnings of three general dentists who planted a seed and desire to be able to provide comprehensive dental care to families in the community. Today, Grove Dental is seen as one of the finest and most patient-friendly dental practices in the Chicago area. With four convenient locations in Bolingbrook, Downers Grove, Lombard and Wheaton, Grove Dental offers comprehensive and skilled dental care from the first tooth to the golden years.

With more than 30 dentists and specialists, Grove Dental offers experienced dental care at any stage of life. Whether it’s an infant’s first dental visit, a preteen getting braces, helping a parent combat gum disease or a grandparent improve their smile with dental restoration, Grove Dental is ready to partner with you and your family.

Grove Dental is proud to be able to serve multigenerational families with extraordinary dental care tailored to their unique needs in a state-of-the-art environment.

“Grove Dental serves as a beacon of optimal oral health in the community,” says Dr. Greg Shubat, general dentist and director of dentistry at Grove Dental Associates in Downers Grove. “We are so proud to be able to stand here 50 years later and hear countless testimonials from patients not only telling us how much they love smiling but how beautiful and healthy their smile is now thanks to one of our dental specialists. We not only provide our patients with education to care for their smile but we help them achieve their best smile so that they can smile with confidence well through their golden years.”

Over the years, Grove Dental has been the proud recipient of numerous awards for their outstanding commitment to providing top-quality dental care to families in the community.

Such accolades include Readers’ Choice Best Dentist in Chicago’s Western Suburbs, Top-Rated Dentists in DuPage by Chicago’s Consumers’ Checkbook, and the Best of Business Grand Award.

Most recently, Grove Dental was nominated for the Best of Wheaton Award, specifically for the Professional Wellness Services category. Grove Dental also received the eminent honor for being the first group practice in the State of Illinois to be fully accredited by the American Academy of Dental Group Practice.

Grove Dental is fully committed to the community in which they serve. Grove Dental supports local causes by donating their time and talents to collect food for the needy, host coat drives, provide free dental care to our military heroes on Veterans Day, and sponsoring local church and school events.

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Answers to Wheaton & Glen Ellyn history quiz Quiz found on Page 20

Football legend Harold “Red” Grange graduated from Wheaton High in 1922.

Deacon Winslow Churchill SEPTEMBER 2018

1) D. Graham graduated with a bachelor’s degree in anthropology in 1943.

2) B. Glen Ellyn originally was named Babcock’s Grove, followed

by DuPage Center, Stacy’s Corners, Newton’s Station, Danby, and Prospect Park. The town finally was given its current name in 1892.

3) B. Deacon Winslow Churchill and his family arrived from New York in 1834 and settled in what became Glen Ellyn.

4) A. Despite great opposition from Naperville residents, voters decided in 1867 to move the county seat to Wheaton. But Naperville refused to give up the courthouse records. So one night in 1868, some of Wheaton’s Civil War veterans crept into the courthouse in Naperville, got the records and high-tailed it back home.

5) C. The predecessor of Wheaton College was the Illinois Institute, a school founded in 1853

by Wesleyan Methodists. Founded in 1860, Wheaton College has grown into an internationally acclaimed school.

6) D. Wheaton College’s first president, Jonathan Blanchard, was a staunch abolitionist. In DuPage, he wasn’t alone in that belief. From the former home of Sheldon Peck in Lombard and Israel Blodgett’s blacksmith shop in Downers Grove, there were multiple stops on the Underground Railroad in the county.

7) D. The northwest Indiana city of Gary is named after Elbert Henry Gary.

8) B. Legendary jockey Willie Shoemaker rode Lucky Debonair across the wire in a neck-and-neck

finish to win the Kentucky Derby on May 1, 1965.

9) C. Against Michigan, Grange scored a fifth touchdown, threw for a sixth and ran 402 yards.

10) C. Stacy built a tavern at what is now Geneva and Main streets. Eventually, the area surrounding the tavern became known as Stacy’s Corners. Today, the tavern is a museum.

11) A. Alfred E. Woodward was a former DuPage County chief judge and retired Illinois appellate judge who built a powerhouse Wheaton law firm. He died Feb. 20, 2007, in Wheaton.

12) C. While Krueger sliced his way through a string of sequels, Craven enjoyed another wave of success with the “Scream” series.

13) A. Landon traveled to Siam, now Thailand, as a missionary with her husband, Kenneth. The experience inspired her to write “Anna and the King of Siam,” which debuted in 1944.

14) A. Some bones were found when Judge Joseph Sam Perry had a pond on his Glen Ellyn property dredged in 1963. Perry called in anthropologists who excavated a skeleton of a mastodon. The bones are on display at Wheaton College.

15) C. Miller, who died protecting his fellow soldiers while they were under attack by insurgents, was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously in 2010.

Army Pfc. James Howard Monroe received the nation’s highest military honor posthumously, too. He was killed in Vietnam when he threw himself onto a grenade to save other soldiers. Monroe Middle School is named after him.

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