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Table of CONTENTS

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Chamber WELCOME

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Gurnee SHOPPING

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Mayor’s WELCOME

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Gurnee SCHOOLS

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Chamber BENEFITS

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Gurnee DISTRICT 56

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Board MEMBERS

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Woodland School DISTRICT 50

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Chamber WEBSITE

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Warren Township HIGH SCHOOL

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Important NUMBERS

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Educational ROUNDTABLE

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Wheels & DEALS

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Clubs & ORGANIZATIONS

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Economic DEVELOPMENT

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Health CARE

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Hometown PROFILES

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Houses of WORSHIP

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Six Flags GREAT AMERICA

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Members ALPHABETICAL

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Gurneee PARK DISTRICT

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Members BY CATEGORY

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Advertiser INDEX

5250 Grand Ave., Ste. 14 • P.O. Box 104 • Gurnee, IL 60031 Phone: (847) 871-0747

Email: info@gurneechamber.com

Website: www.gurneechamber.com

Chairman, CEO and Publisher | Douglas K. Ray President and Chief Operating Officer | Scott Stone Vice President / Director | Scott Ray Production Manager | Joe Nugara Editor | Gail Gaboda This is a Town Square Publication created and produced for the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce Copyright© 2017 Town Square Publications 155 E. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60005 www.townsquarepublications.com Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. The Chamber and Town Square assume no responsibility for misinformation. Please contact the Chamber with any additions or corrections. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission of the Chamber and Town Square is prohibited.

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Chamber WELCOME

elcome residents and visitors to the eighth annual Village of Gurnee Community Guide. This guide is brought to you

by The Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Town Square Publications, a division of Daily Herald Media Group. A great deal of time and effort goes into this guide, and I want to especially thank our Chamber members, the Village of Gurnee staff and elected officials, as well as our schools, clubs and organizations that helped to pull all the content together. Most importantly, it could not be done without the efforts of the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce board members. As you peruse the guide, please keep in mind we are open to suggestions for how we can better serve our Chamber members, residents and visitors referencing the guide.

We encourage longtime residents and visitors alike to browse the guide to get updates on the village and its local businesses. In it you will find featured articles and advertisements from your local businesses. Use this guide as a handy reference to village and township services, schools, volunteer groups and organizations in and around Gurnee. Most importantly, pay special attention to the chamber members and advertisers that make Gurnee the great community that it is. Once you go through the guide, I am sure you will agree with me that Gurnee is a great place to live and do business.

In this edition, we have expanded the Hometown Profiles feature from three Chamber member articles to four to further emphasize the Gurnee’s Got It theme. Take some time to read about these successful businesses that make Gurnee a great community to live and visit. Check out Excellence in Dentistry, Ltd., serving the community for 25 years, with Drs. Howard L. Cooper and Kate E. Limardi who specialize in comforting cowards of all ages.

For one of Gurnee’s many places to eat, check out Momcorn with Sergio Rivera and Kathy Ross serving up authentic Mexican and Latin American foods since 2012. A long-term presence founded in Gurnee is Community Trust Credit Union, serving Gurnee and surrounding communities for 84 years. The credit union’s recently appointed CEO Mike Mallow is committed to continue its growth and community involvement. On the real estate scene, check out the article on James D. Smith, broker/associate with Re/Max Showcase and his thoughts on the current real estate market.

The Chamber website, www.gurneechamber.com, has been up for over a year now, and is still evolving. We advise residents and visitors to check it regularly for upcoming events and announcements from our members.

A note to our members: Please check your listing on the Chamber website, and keep in mind we can link to your site (if provided the information). Also you can create login credentials to access your own listing on the Chamber site to add and update information. The more you use the website, the more we get upgraded on searches so all our members may get more exposure.

Follow the Village of Gurnee Chamber on Facebook for updates on upcoming events by the Chamber, shared information on other village events and member news postings. Generally, something new is posted every day or two and as always, the more information our members provide, the more information we will make available to everyone.

In closing, please remember the Chamber board is an all-volunteer group of dedicated individuals who devote as much time and effort as possible to encourage and promote business in Gurnee.

To that end, we are always looking for ideas on how we can better serve the interests of our members, residents and visitors. Our organization is only as good as the participation and input we receive. Please feel free to drop us a line if you have an idea on potential events, programs or speakers. Your input is welcome and will be considered by the board. We are always in need of chairmen to assist the board in planning events, obtaining speakers and so on. If you are interested in getting involved, let us know.

To my board, thank you all. It’s a pleasure to serve with you all.

The meetings are well attended and the participation is incredible.

Let’s continue to move forward.

Sincerely,

Dan Kloczkowski

Dan “Kay” Kloczkowski Chairman of the Board

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Mayor’s WELCOME

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love Gurnee - it is a fabulous community to raise a family, work, shop or play! Some of my favorite things about Gurnee are the small town feel it has managed to maintain and our wonderful community events with something for everyone to enjoy.

Part of the strength of our community is the strong relationship between the Village and our highly distinguished intergovernmental partners such as our school districts, Township, Library and Park District. By working together, we provide services that residents want without redundancy.

For many of us, the Village of Gurnee is simply our home, and we often underestimate the amount of work it takes to keep Gurnee a wonderful community. While Gurnee has long enjoyed its strategic location and natural resources, it has been through the work of the Village employees, residents, business owners, intergovernmental partners and civic organizations that have made this community great.

Gurnee was originally a farming community of less than 500 residents when it first became a Village in 1928. From these humble beginnings, it expanded rapidly with beautiful subdivisions and world-class attractions such as Six Flags Great America, Gurnee Mills Shopping Mall and Great Wolf Lodge (coming soon!). Gurnee, with the combined efforts of two generations worth of work, is now an outstanding place to live, work and play and one of the premier Chicagoland communities. No other community has the variety of recreational opportunities, public amenities and exceptional services that our Village does – all delivered in the most cost-effective manner possible, which allows the Village to operate without levying a property tax.

Preservation efforts are at the heart of many of our operations.

Whether keeping our neighborhoods safe or ensuring that our roads are adequately maintained, the Village continues to excel.

The Village is very cognizant of managing costs and tax dollars judiciously and introduced several new programs that will save our residents money or streamline operations the last few years. Our Police, Fire and Public Works Departments are at the forefront in their individual fields and have been repeatedly recognized for their excellence and quality of service.

We continuously strive to advance our services in response to the needs of residents, visitors and businesses. This year, we developed a plan to provide dispatch services to nearby communities, approved incentive agreements for the attraction of Great Wolf Lodge and the renovation of parts of Gurnee Mills, and implemented new technology to improve efficiencies. If you want to stay connected we have multiple ways to keep you engaged through our website, e-Blasts, NextDoor, Facebook, Twitter and the traditional quarterly newsletter.

Whether you are a resident, business owner, or visitor, there is much to be proud of in Gurnee. Please do not hesitate to contact the Village if you should ever need any assistance, and thank you to everyone who helps to keep our community great.

Sincerely,

Kristina Kovarik

Kristina Kovarik, Mayor

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Chamber BENEFITS

he Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce was formed to be the unifying voice for businesses in Gurnee. Through the commitment and engagement of our members, the Chamber provides leadership for the benefit of the diverse business community by promoting economic growth, advocating the interests of business, providing service and education to members and community and meeting member’s needs. With the enhanced website, our strong community focus and close involvement with the Village of Gurnee, we will work on initiatives that will help members of our Chamber prosper.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Legislative advocacy

The Chamber is the “voice of business” ensuring that the needs of members and their views on important issues are communicated to local, state and national legislators.

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One of the many ways the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce helps business succeed is by providing numerous opportunities for our members to market to business and consumers alike.

Professional development

Members can take part in several programs and seminars that allow them to grow and develop new skills.

Networking

The opportunity to make acquaintances that can turn into business relationships is always a vital component of Chamber membership.

How can my business play a leadership role in the Gurnee area’s economic, civic and social life?  Join the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is the best way to continue building a strong business community that works together to achieve results.  Support Village of Gurnee Chamber Commerce members.

Do business with them when you need their products and services. Always “Think Gurnee Chamber First.”

 Participate in Chamber-sponsored events. These events build

a sense of community among businesses, residents and visitors.

You can participate by:

 Giving financial support to Chamber programs

 Volunteering your time

The American Chamber of Commerce executives with support from Small Business Network, Inc., designed a study to determine the real value to companies in terms of consumer outcomes of joining and being active in their local chamber of commerce. Do consumers really support businesses because they are chamber members? A sampling of the results proves their case: Most consumers (59 percent) think being active in the local chamber of commerce is an effective business strategy overall. It is 29 percent more effective, however, for communicating to consumers that a company uses good business practices and 26 percent more effective for communicating that a business is reputable.

If a company shows that it is highly involved in its local chamber (e.g., sits on the chamber board), consumers are 12 percent more likely to think that its products stack up better against its competition.

When consumers thinks a company’s products stack up better against the competition because the company is highly involved in its local chamber of commerce, it is because they infer the company is trustworthy, involved in the community and is an industry leader.

When consumers know that a restaurant franchise is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 40 percent more likely to eat at the franchise in the next few months.

When consumers know that an insurance company is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 43 percent more likely to consider buying insurance from it.

When consumers know that a small business is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 44 percent more likely to think favorably of it and 63 percent more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.

MORE REASONS TO JOIN  Member-to-member discounts  Networking opportunities  Special events  Ribbon cuttings  Community guide

 Attending events

 Donating goods or services

VALUE OF JOINING A CHAMBER

For more information about the benefits of the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce, visit www.GurneeChamber.com or fill out the membership application on page 38.

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Board MEMBERS CHAIRMAN Dan Kloczkowski (847) 249-4910  KHM Plastics

TREASURER Garrett Koncan (847) 244-8400  Ameriprise Financial

VICE CHAIRMAN Nick Phillips (847) 244-5100  NorthSide Community Bank

SECRETARY Terri Peterson (847) 403-8428  First American Bank

DIRECTORS Alex Attiah (847) 548-5610  Century 21 Affiliated

Mark Le Vine (877) 599-7447  Bubblefast

Jeanne Balmes Village of Gurnee Trustee

Maureen Kmieciak (847) 856-8220  Speedpro Imaging

Deandre Butler (847) 623-7276  Safety & Protection Management

John Krajnak (847) 625-7510  Six Flags Theme Park

Richard Diesterheft (847) 615-7076  Town Planner

Greg Palecek, CPA (847) 244-3200

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Important NUMBERS VILLAGE OF GURNEE 325 N. O’Plaine Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 www.gurnee.il.us

Assessor’s Office ........................... Ext. 2 Highway Department ................... Ext. 3 Youth Services .............................. Ext. 4

Administration ................ (847) 599-7500

Senior Services ............................. Ext. 5

Community ...................... (847) 599-7550 Development

Parks & Recreation ....................... Ext. 1 Youth Recreational ......... (847) 336-8606 Sports

Mayor’s Office ................. (847) 599-7500 Public Works ................... (847) 599-6800 Department

Warren Special ................ (847) 244-6619 Recreation Association

Utility Billing ................... (847) 599-7500 GURNEE VILLAGE OFFICIALS

POLICE CHIEF

MAYOR

Kevin Woodside

Kristina Kovarik

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Suzanne Simpson

TRUSTEES

Ellen Dean

TRUSTEES

Jeanne Balmes  Greg Garner Tom Hood  Michael Jacobs Cheryl Ross  Karen Thorstenson

ASSISTANT VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR

Ken Echtenacher  Bill Gill Donna Radke  Mike Semmerling

David Ziegler

TOWNSHIP CLERK

POLICE & FIRE

VILLAGE CLERK

George Iler

POLICE STATION

Andy Harris ADMINISTRATOR

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OTHER OFFICIALS

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TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR

FIRE STATION – NO. 1

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FIRE CHIEF

Fred Friedl III

Charlie Mullin HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER

TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR

Ryan M. Johnson, Esq.

FIRE STATION – NO. 2

6581 Dada Dr.  Gurnee, IL 60031 Emergency ......................................... 911 Non-emergency .............. (847) 599-6650 WARREN TOWNSHIP 17801 Washington St.  Gurnee, IL 60031 www.warrentownship.net (847) 244-1101 Supervisor’s Office ........................ Ext. 1

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Economic DEVELOPMENT GURNEE’S GOT IT ALL! “Gurnee’s got it all! Family friendly community, location and proximity to Chicago and Milwaukee, shopping, schools, parks, affordability, safety, good management, fiscal soundness, and a good mix of housing and value.”

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It means growing those areas of our local economy (retail, tourism, manufacturing) that have enabled Gurnee to mature into the wonderful community it is today, while seeking new opportunities to diversify our revenues and employment base.

Revenue generated by retail and tourism helps pay for new infrastructure (e.g. roads, sewer, water) and covers approximately 50 percent of all village operations, including police, fire and public works. Partnerships with Six Flags, Gurnee Mills and now Great Wolf Lodge (coming in 2018) – and the 23 million visitors they attract annually – are a large part of the reason why the Village of Gurnee has not levied a property tax since the year 2000. The village receives two percent of each retail shopping dollar and three percent of each dining dollar spent in town. When you shop or dine in Gurnee, you are making a direct investment in our future.

Manufacturing and distribution operations do not generate sales taxes, but they do generate property taxes that support our

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schools, parks, library and other services. Equally importantly, skilled manufacturing brings high quality jobs for Gurnee residents. Over 94 percent of Gurnee residents ages 25 and over are high school graduates, and 47 percent hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. With an educated workforce and proximity to world-class research laboratories and educational institutions, Gurnee is well positioned to continue attracting innovative, high-tech companies.

Independent businesses are vital to maintaining the hometown feel of Gurnee, and that’s what Gurnee’s Got It! is all about. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/GurneesGotIt) to keep up with the goings-on of independent Gurnee businesses.

Whenever you’re looking for local places to shop or dine, we encourage you to search the Gurnee Business Directory at www.gurnee.il.us/business/business-directory featured on the village’s newly designed website, which will launch in mid-2017.

And, don’t forget to nominate your favorite Gurnee businesses for the “Best of Gurnee” awards presented by Mayor Kovarik

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twice annually to two businesses that exemplify Gurnee’s hometown spirit and generosity. Nomination forms can be found on the village’s website.

The village’s economic development committee is spearheading efforts to address a key goal articulated by many residents over the years – the revitalization of East Grand Avenue. We are pleased to announce a “clean up and green up” initiative this year, which includes sidewalk repair and a pilot project to beautify the corridor with new plantings. Please remember to support our East Grand Avenue businesses, especially during construction season; find alternate routes and keep them on your shopping “loop.” We’re all in this together!

Collaboration and cooperation is at the heart of every great community. In Gurnee, this happens on so many levels. It happens in our neighborhoods, our schools, our clubs and organizations, our churches and it even especially happens in our institutions.

The Chamber of Commerce, Visit Lake County, College of Lake County Workforce and Professional Development Institute, Small Business Development and International Trade Center, Lake County Workforce Development Board, local financial institu-

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tions, utility providers and others are working together to keep Gurnee and Lake County going strong.

For more information, call the village’s economic development department at (847) 599-7574. We want to hear from you!

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COMMUNITY TRUST CREDIT UNION

Our First Location Our Second Location ommunity Trust Credit Union has The growth and the technology of the been a staple in the Gurnee credit union is jaw dropping for those community for 84 years. A charter was who have been members over the years. issued on July 19, 1933, and the initial “To go from hand-processing every type field of membership was any person of transaction to completely electronliving and working in Warren Township, ic banking is amazing!” said Dorothy along with their family members. The first Bodner, McCaughey’s first employee and two locations of the Credit Union were longtime member.

4555 and 4247 Grand Ave. in Gurnee. In One thing hasn’t changed at the credit 4555 Grand Ave. 4247 Grand Ave. 1973, with 627 members, the credit union union over the last 84 years and that is 1936 – 1957 1957 – 1973 was moved from Jay putting its members McCaughey’s home first. From the first Our Third Location Our Fourth Location Our Fifth Location on Emerald Avenue president, Jay Mcto 4236 Grand Ave., Caughey, to the newGurnee. In 1978, the est president, Mike Newport TownMallow, the philosoship Credit Union phy is the same: the merged with Warren credit union would Township Credit not exist without its Union and the name members and, it will 931 Emerald Ave. 4236 Grand Ave. 4628 Grand Ave. 1973 – 1979 1979 – 1984 1984 – 1987 was changed to help each member Warren Newport achieve their finanOur Sixth Location Credit Union. Having outgrown the office cial goals. Board members volunteer their at 4236 Grand Ave., the credit union moved time to assure that the credit union continto 4628 Grand Ave. ues its mission of “people helping people.”

In 1980, the credit union started a checkThe credit union has always been a large ing program and converted their system to part of the communities it serves. The staff real time, and the rest was history. Growth volunteers for several civic organizations, of the credit union exploded and memberparticipates in community events and has ship and assets continued to grow quickly. been known to throw candy at a parade.

1313 Skokie Hwy. 1987 – Present In 1984, the credit union broke ground on The credit union can also be found in their first facility in Gurnee. After many local schools teaching about banking and additions and remodels, the credit union still calls this location budgeting or just participating in school job fairs. The credit home at 1313 Skokie Hwy. union enjoys its time in the community and its board and staff are In 1997 the credit union changed its name to Community Trust committed to making a positive impact on as many organizations Credit Union and the growth continued. Membership opened and individuals as possible. to anyone who lived or worked in Lake, McHenry or Kenosha If you are currently a member of the credit union, thank you. If County or any family members. Over the next two decades, the you are not, stop in, get to know the staff and services. The credit credit union added Visa cards, 24-hour loan services, debit cards, union offers all the same products as the larger financial instireal estate loans, online banking, mobile banking, remote deposit tutions but with the same personal touch that its members have capture and text banking. been receiving for over 80 years.

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xcellence In Dentistry, Ltd. is where you’ll find Drs. Howard I. Cooper and Kate E. Limardi. The practice has been located in Gurnee, at the corner of Washington and 21 in Saratoga Square, for 25 years. Over the years, they have completed three additions, and now occupy the entire northwest section of the Office Centre.

Patients feel right at home in this state-of the-art facility. Dr. Cooper has been treating patients since 1991 and Dr. Limardi joined the practice in 2011.

The doctors believe that education is the key to a beautiful smile – continuing their education, as well as educating their patients. Drs. Cooper and Limardi contin-

ue their education by attending meetings and lectures to achieve a much higher level of patient treatment. They have taken over 3,000 hours of continuing education, which allows them to not only treat their patients better, but also educate them.

Informed and educated patients will be able to increase their home care and achieve better results in creating a healthier smile.

The doctors are also concerned with patient health as a whole, and as such, they always examine patients’ medical history and overall health. They perform oral cancer screenings to find lesions early, in the very treatable stages.

The Excellence In Dentistry team also treats their patients as family. They consider seeing patients return year after year the ultimate success. In fact, the practice sees three generations of many families on a regular basis.

Whether you are bringing your kids to the office or if you are coming for yourself, the staff always treats you with the utmost care and respect. They say they “cater to cowards” and pride themselves on treating the “frightened child” in everyone. The biggest reward is taking a frightened/phobic patient and transforming them into a patient who truly enjoys coming back to the office.

The entire team of assistants, hygienists and dentists are dedicated to creating a wonderful atmosphere where patients can relax and receive quality dentistry at affordable prices.

5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 phone: 847.548.5610 fax: 847.548.8670

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Gurnee Salata Funeral Home An Honor and Privilege to Serve for Three Generations

John L. Salata, III Director

CALL US OR STOP IN!

4190 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee IL 60031 847-244-1155 Fax: 847-244-1111 www.gurneesalatafh.com

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omcorn is a family friendly, quick casual restaurant dedicated to bringing authentic foods from Mexico and Latin America to the Gurnee/Grayslake area. Its quick casual ambiance makes it convenient for people to enjoy an eclectic mix of street and market foods and select items from other Latin countries.

Founded by Sergio Rivera and Kathy Ross, this restaurant is a Gurnee favorite. It offers the convenience of dining in, take out or delivery. Momcorn has earned awards for authenticity, rave reviews online, including two Trip Advisor Certificates of Excellence.

Most foods at Momcorn are gluten and allergens free. The care taken in ingredient selection and preparation has earned their customer’s loyalty, gluten free diet or not.

Momcorn was created to serve natural, healthy and authentic Mexican food. Instead of Tex-Mex or the highly-commercialized fare served in most Mexican restaurants in the in the United States.

Once in Illinois, Sergio missed the market and street foods; simple, but full of wonderful flavors.

After a 40-year career in education, Ross decided a new career might be just the adventure to start her “retirement.” So, she joined in partnership with Sergio and Momcorn was born.

With its “open kitchen” design, customers can see their

food being prepared. Each dish is prepared to order, which allows for adjustments to meet the customer’s taste. Many of the dishes have a vegetarian option and can be made vegan on request.

Opened May 2012, the restaurant offers tacos, tortas, quesadillas, burritos, flautas, sopes and signature dishes available nowhere else in Lake County.

The kids’ menu features kid-friendly dishes and characters with corny but cute names such as Cornelius, Cornrad and Corntney, created especially for Momcorn.

The Momcorn name is a pun on popcorn, and its tamales are available at Marcus Cinemas.

Now you can have popcorn and Momcorn at the movies.

Momcorn offers delivery during the lunch and dinner hours. Watch for the Momcorn van making deliveries in your neighborhood. A catering menu and online ordering are available on the website, momcorn.com and via Grub Hub and Yelp.

Momcorn believes in giving back to the community. Mention this article when you come in, and 10 percent of your check will be donated to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

If you haven’t been to Momcorn yet, you owe yourself an A-maize-ing meal. Listen to the jingle on the website, or search for “Momcorn ad” on YouTube.

You too will be singing this catchy tune along with your friends and neighbors.

RethinkCHECKING

Three accounts to choose from, for the way you bank every day.

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JAMES D. SMITH – RE/MAX SHOWCASE

inding the right home in the right location, selling a cherished family home for top dollar or analyzing potential investment property values requires special expertise and knowledge.

Helping people through the process, making connections and making a difference are all part of the job description for James D. Smith, an established broker/associate with Re/Max Showcase.

“Being a broker is so much more than buying and selling homes,” said Smith, a Lake County resident whose 27 years experience and familiarity with employment, transportation, demographics, residential, investment and commercial properties make him an award-winning specialist in the field with an average 40-plus home sales/closings annually.

Affiliated with Re/Max for more than 24 years, Smith said the signature Re/Max hot air balloon isn’t his only tie to the Gurnee community. His established longterm relationships with community residents, leaders, developers and businesses is a true barometer of professional success. Potential buyers and sellers appreciate his vast referral network of appraisers, contractors, builders, architects, home inspectors, movers, attorneys, mortgage lenders and others within the community.

As a youth, Smith moved to Lake County with his dad, a construction worker, and mom, a meeting planner at Underwriters Labs. He took classes at the College of Lake County, initially worked in the film processing industry and in the 1970s worked as a Gurnee firefighter/ EMT. Today he lives in Gurnee with his wife, Wen Yi, a popular Chinese singer/songwriter who performed at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

His growing family includes three adult sons and four grandchildren.

“I’ve seen Gurnee grow from 3,300 in the 1970s to more than

30,000 residents today, applaud the growth of our business community and booming tourism industry, and love helping wherever I can,” noted Smith, who is affectionately known for his collection of cartoon character ties.

A Lake County resident since 1959, Smith maintains prominent affiliations with the Mainstreet Association of Realtors, Member of Senior Services committee & is 2016/2017 chairman of the Lake County Government Affairs lobbying for homeowner rights in Springfield, a member of the Small Business Advisory Council and the Greater Waukegan Area Development Coalition incubator group for small business.

He is a specially designated MPR Military Relocation Professional and SRES Senior Real Estate Specialist for those age 55 and older. Other areas of specialization include designated professional endorsements for distressed properties, short sales and foreclosure resource certification.

Strategically located just off the I-94 interstate between Chicago and Milwaukee, Gurnee’s real estate offerings include condominiums, townhouses and single-family homes – many of the ranch, contemporary, Georgian or Colonial styles. Located on lots up to an acre in size, some offer scenic water views or golf course frontage. Newer assisted living facilities, empty nester developments and meticulously renovated older homes also are available in today’s Gurnee’s bustling real estate market.

“The healthy economy and ideal location of Gurnee continue to attract individuals, families and businesses alike,” said Smith, citing a tourism-fueled and sales tax support of tourist attractions like Six Flags Great America amusement park and Gurnee Mills, a shopper’s paradise, keeping Gurnee real estate taxes at bay.

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Flowers for Every Occasion!

Bouquets • Birthday • Anniversary flowers Weddings • Parties/events

401 N. Riverside Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031

Gifts • Everyday and Holiday décor.

DeBrand Fine Chocolates

(847) 599-8533

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4949 Grand Avenue, Suite 7B Gurnee, IL 60031

Locally owned and operated Steak and Seafood House.

Providing quality food, drinks and service since 2004.

Check us out on Yelp, Trip Advisor and Open Table.

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his spring, Six Flags Great America debuted its 15th roller coaster, The Joker Free Fly Coaster. Billed as the “most maniacal roller coaster to date,” the insanely twisted Joker coaster will be the massive new centerpiece in the Yankee Harbor section of the park, next to Batman: The Ride roller coaster.

“We are excited to continue our partnership with the DC brand as it continues to resonate well with our guests. The Joker is undeniably one of the greatest Super-Villains of all time,” said Hank Salemi, Six Flags Great America park president. “This free-fly coaster will perfectly capture the essence of the warped and unpredictable nature of The Joker.

It will take our park to the next level of thrills.”

After being lifted straight up a 12-story, 90-degree hill, riders of the free-fly coaster will flip head-over-heels at least six times along the weightless journey. Thrill-seekers will experience exhilarating leaps and dives along a horizontal plane with unexpected drops as they tumble from one level to the next. The wing seats amp up the pandemonium because riders will experience this wild adventure with no track above or below – just the sky, ground and plenty of sinister thrills.

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The unique design of The Joker features:  Massive, imposing, floating and twisting I-box track frame in a unique two-tone design  One-of-a-kind onboard magnetic technology featuring smooth head-over-heels free-fly flips providing guests the feeling of weightlessness as they soar outside the confines of a traditional track  4-D wing vehicles that seat up to eight per vehicle with a total of five vehicles  Face-off seats that allow riders to face each other as they tumble head over heels  A 120-foot-tall, 90-degree hill that is ascended by an elevator-style, chain-link lift  Two beyond 90-degree “raven” drops giving the sensation of free-falling

This summer will be filled with amazing events as the park hosts a Superhero Summer. Join in the fun throughout the season for the July 4th Fest, charity events, exclusive ride times and of course Fright Fest.

For more information about the Six Flags Great America 2017 season, visit www.sixflags.com/greatamerica/newfor2017.

next weekend plan for fun!

Head to VisitLakeCounty.org and find coupons, events, and hotel packages for planning your next Lake County adventure.

We have your fun covered with a variety of attractions including Six Flags, Ravinia Festival, Gurnee Mills, and more.

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Gurnee PARK DISTRICT VIKING PARK Administrative & Registration Office 4374 Old Grand Ave.  (847) 623-7788 HUNT CLUB PARK Registration Office & Community Center 920 N. Hunt Club Rd.  (847) 623-7788

FITNATION 1655 Nations Dr.  (847) 623-4506 HUNT CLUB PARK AQUATIC CENTER 900 N. Hunt Club Rd.  (847) 599-3780 GRANDWOOD PARK PARK DISTRICT 36630 N. Hutchins Rd.  (847) 356-0008 www.grandwoodpark.net

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FitNation offers these ammenities and more: • Expansive Cardio & Strength Floor • Performance Training Turf Area** • Free Weights • TRX Equipment • Personal Training* • Women’s Only Studio** • 75,000+ Square Feet of Equipment • Childcare Center* • Children’s Fitness Classes* • Basketball/Gymnasium • Pool/Hot Tub** • Sauna/Steam Rooms** • Towel Service/Lockers • Unlimited Group Exercise* • Indoor Track** • Swimming Lessons* • Martial Arts*

From pacifiers to planning for college, you’ve got your hands full.

We offer options that fit your life.

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Gurnee SHOPPING

urnee is very well known for shopping. From the small-business boutique shops to the largest outlet mall in Illinois, Gurnee Mills, and everything in-between.

Our very own Ace hardware is a landmark in the community and offers just about everything you need in home hardware, lawnmowers, grills and much, much more. The Ace staff also has the knowledge to share with you on your home projects. Speaking of home needs, Iskalis American Floor Show has a large in-house stock of carpets, wood and tile flooring. Flooring is installed by factory-trained flooring professionals.

JC Licht Epco and PPG Paints have the paint and supplies you need to spruce up your home or

business. Waukegan/Gurnee Glass Company is the only choice for glass and screen. Balmes Flowers make beautiful arrangements for many events, including prom, weddings, funerals and business and personal occasions. Next door to Balmes Flowers is Honey Baked Ham where you can pick up lunch, dinner or that special occasion meal.

Cell phone shopping? Go to AT&T for that up-todate cell phone or your home cable/TV subscription.

Home shopping is better when you have the right Realtor. Luckily we have two of the best in town, Century 21 Affiliated and James Smith Re/Max. The Gurnee Chamber of Commerce thanks you for shopping in our member stores and above all for shopping local.

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45TH ANNUAL GURNEE DAYS JOIN US AUGUST 10-13, 2017 This family friendly festival features activities for all ages including: • Popular live bands each night including: Gina Glocksen Band, GooRoos, and Hi Infidelity • Ribfest and beer gardens • Amusement rides and games • Amazing fireworks display Saturday night • Sunday parade with floats, bands and more • Honoree testimonial dinner • Exhibits and local food vendors • 10K race and 2-mile fun run/walk • Gurnee Idol • and MORE! For more information see www.GurneeDays.com or call 847-623-7788.

Like Gurnee Days on Facebook for ongoing updates.

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rom public to private to parochial, Gurnee students have access to a variety of educational options throughout their school years. Academic excellence and lifelong learning are hallmarks of educational opportunity in Gurnee, where schools

provide a safe, nurturing and innovative learning environment.

Gurnee schools empower students to achieve success while embracing and celebrating individual differences and developing lifelong learners with a global perspective.

GURNEE ELEMENTARY DISTRICT 56

WOODLAND ELEMENTARY DISTRICT 50

Prairie Trail School 13600 W. Wadsworth Rd. Wadsworth, IL 60083-8606 (847) 623-4333

Woodland Elementary East School 17261 W. Gages Lake Rd. Gages Lake, IL 60030 (847) 984-8800

River Trail School 333 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031-2636 (847) 249-6253

Woodland Elementary West School 17371 W. Gages Lake Rd. Gages Lake, IL 60030 (847) 984-8900

Spaulding School 2000 Belle Plaine Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031-5571 (847) 662-3701

Woodland Intermediate School 1115 N. Hunt Club Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 596-5900

Viking Middle School 4460 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031-2620 (847) 336-2108

Woodland Middle School 7000 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-3400

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Woodland Primary School 17366 W. Gages Lake Rd. Gages Lake, IL 60030 (847) 984-8700 WARREN TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 121 Almond Road Campus 34090 Almond Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-1400 O’Plaine Campus 500 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-1400

Gurnee DISTRICT 56

urnee District 56 continues to demonstrate innovation and creativity to fulfill its commitment to the community to deliver an inspiring education to all children. This year, the district embarked on a three-year program to immerse coding and computer science skills across all discipline areas and decided to begin that program with K-2 students. The teachers have all been amazed with the innate abilities the youngest students have demonstrated in this area and admit they are learning as much from the students as the students are learning from them.

As part of its blended learning philosophy, the district will

begin piloting online courses for students next year.

As part of the district’s vision statement to place students more in control of what they learn and how they learn it, students will begin to learn more about topics of interest to them through the online courses.

The district’s first online course next year will a Spanish class for beginners that will transition students to the formal classes taught in seventh and eighth grades.

Also of note is the district’s new Future Ready library at Viking School. The new library symbolizes the innovative spirit of Gurnee District 56.

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oodland Community Consolidated School District 50 is one of the largest elementary school systems in the state with approximately 5,700 students. Yet, the district takes pride in providing a small-school comfort level for every child.

It has been 69 years since seven one-room country school districts came together to create Woodland and the schools (numbering five today) continue to evolve to meet the needs of the Gurnee

area. It all starts here with building a foundation of learning. Here is what makes Woodland special:  Celebrating Differences More than 40 languages are spoken at home and activities allow children to learn more about different cultures.  Dual Language Kindergarten through fifth grade students may be in a classroom where half of the day is spent speaking only Spanish and half of the day is spent speaking only English.  1:1 Technology Each child in fourth through eight grade has a Chromebook personal computer for learning.

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arren Township High School District 121 covers more than 50 square miles and includes all or part of Beach Park, Gages Lake, Grandwood Park, Grayslake, Gurnee, Millburn, Old Mill Creek, Park City, Third Lake, Wadsworth, Waukegan and Wildwood. The district offers diversity that includes suburban and more urban neighborhoods, regional retail and amusement destinations including Gurnee Mills and Six Flags Great America, lakeside communities and horse farms.

Warren is proud to deliver a comprehensive and diverse academic program with over 250 courses that meets the needs of its 4,200 hardworking students. Warren is dedicated to providing the highest quality ALMOND CAMPUS 34090 N. Almond Rd., Gurnee Main number: (847) 662‑1400

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curriculum, classroom instruction and extracurricular activities for students. From the 25 Advanced Placement courses, 35 honors courses and the four-year Project Lead the Way Program to the 28 athletic sports and 58 clubs and activities, Warren has seen many successes at both the local, state and national levels. The commitment of its effective and talented faculty and staff is demonstrated by their outstanding instruction, support and services provided to students daily. Warren remains committed to its mission of maximizing the growth and achievement of every student through rigor, support and innovation.

Warren Township High School is proud to be a part of the Gurnee community.

DISTRICT OFFICE 34090 N. Almond Rd., Gurnee Main number: (847) 662‑1400 Website: www.d121.org

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Educational ROUNDTABLE

he Gurnee Chamber of Commerce works with local school districts, businesses and the Lake County Chamber of Commerce in order to foster communication and collaboration through an Education Roundtable.

With a mission to serve and improve educational opportunity and business achievement for all students and businesses, the Educational Roundtable is composed of leaders from education, business, community and government. The Roundtable is charged with making ongoing recommendations for both the educational and business communities.

“Within less than a year of establishment, the Education Roundtable has already proven useful by enhancing programs at the schools, providing volunteer opportunities to local businesses and creating an environment for honest feedback and dialogue,” said Deanne

Dalgaard Fisher, chairwoman. The group currently is working on a quarterly informational push out to the community in order to better inform individuals of the inner workings of school financials.

“This need became apparent at one of our first meetings when many questions were asked regarding school finance in relation to property taxes and programming,” Dalgaard Fisher said. “Through the Education Roundtable, schools now have an opportunity to disseminate information to the business community that can further enhance business involvement and growth.”

Roundtable members agree possibilities are endless in what this group can accomplish. “Although the influence may appear minor now, the impact over the next few years will be great as the relationship between the school community and business community continues to grow,” she added.

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Clubs & ORGANIZATIONS LIFESOURCE (847) 360-1688

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – LAKE COUNTY (847) 317-0025 www.cancer.org

LIONS CLUB (847) 244-1101

AMERICAN LEGION – GURNEE (847) 244-9282

NICASA (847) 244-4434

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA – HIGHLAND PARK (847) 433-1813

ROTARY CLUB OF GURNEE www.gurneerotary.com

CATHOLIC CHARITIES (847) 782-4000

STATE OF ILLINOIS (217)782-0244

THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF GURNEE www.exchangeclubofgurnee.org

STATE OF ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE (800) 252-8980

GIRL SCOUTS – VERNON HILLS (224) 207-9246 GURNEE WOMEN’S BUSINESS ASSOCIATION gwba.information@gmail.com

SENIOR SERVICES/ WARREN TOWNSHIP (847) 244-1101 www.warrentownship.net

JOB CENTER OF LAKE COUNTY (847) 377-3450

GURNEE M.O.M.S. momsclubofgurnee@yahoo.com

JUNIOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/GURNEE “JAYCEES” (847) 826-8182

GURNEE YOUTH BASEBALL (847) 244-8871 www.gurneeyouthbaseball.org

LAKE COUNTY ART LEAGUE (847) 367-5308 www.lcal.com

WARREN TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY (847) 263-9540

LAKE COUNTY FAIR (847) 680-7200

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGING & ELDERLY (800) 252-8966 ILLINOIS DCFS (312) 814-6800

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE (847) 367-6640 LAKE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (847) 377-8000

WARREN SPORTS BOOSTER (847) 599-4406

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WARREN TOWNSHIP YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES (847) 244-1101 www.warrentownship.net WARREN TOWNSHIP YOUTH SPORTS (847) 336-8606 www.warrentownship.net ZACHARIAS SEXUAL ABUSE CENTER (847) 244-1187

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All donations are tax deductible and provided FREE OF CHARGE to local families in crisis!

• Home pick-up service available • Drop offs accepted at our Gurnee warehouse

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taying healthy and looking good is easy in Gurnee, where you have access to numerous health care, beauty and wellness providers. Our numerous health and beauty chamber members are very well educated and provide professional care for you and your family in the convenience of our own village.

Want a dazzling smile? The Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce members can take care of your needs from a gentle teeth cleaning to smile cosmetics from Excellence in Dentistry and Rule Dentistry.

Gurnee Orthodontics and Honey Orthodontics are here to serve those needs too.

If your vision is not what it used to be,

visit AccuVISION or My Eye Doc for new glasses or contacts.

Clark Family Chiropractic can get you straightened out in no time.

When a health emergency arises, stop in at PromptMed. It’s also the place to go for health screenings.

Greenleaf Orthopedics is above the rest at helping with that sports injury and physical therapy.

You’ll get precise care for those painful vein problems at Lake County Vein Specialists in Gurnee.

If you need a nurse or CNA for your business or personal needs, contact Assured Heath Care. Dimensions Home Health, LLC provides at-home rehabilita-

tion or health management services.

Gurnee is also home to an FDA approved clinical research facility, Clinical Investigation Specialists, Inc. Pampering yourself is always priority at AMA MedSpa, and Salon Bliss.

And there comes a time later in life when personal needs change. Gurnee offers several senior housing options at Gurnee Meadows, Sunrise Senior Living Management, Autumn Leaves of Gurnee and Bickford of Gurnee.

For additional information on our health care and beauty members, visit www.gurneechamber.com for a member directory and a link to their websites.

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Elegant Independent Living for Active Adults 55+

Opening Fall 2017

• Spacious 1 or 2 bedroom apartments • Beautifully landscaped grounds • On-site management • Secure buildings • Underground parking • Beauty shop/Libraries/Exercise rooms • Social activities • Shopper’s shuttle

Call Monday through Friday for your personal tour

1400 Pauly Drive • Gurnee, IL 60031

Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care Bickford of Gurnee is opening in fall 2017!

Stop by or call our information center!

Reserve your spot on the waitlist and be eligible for Founder’s Club benefits!

847-263-0030

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Bickford assisted living & memory care

Now Bickford of Gurnee 301 S Hunt Club Rd. Gurnee, IL 847-281-0780 enrichinghappiness.com/gurnee

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Houses of WORSHIP ANNUNCIATION OF OUR LADY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 5725 Stearns School Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-3730  www.annunciationgurnee.org BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5110 Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-9647  www.bethelgurnee.org CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF GURNEE 5101 Washington St.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 782-1800  www.chabadofgurnee.com THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 411 O’Plaine Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031  (847) 336-9105 EPICENTER CHURCH 5410 Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL. 60031 (847) 662-2335  www.epicenter.com FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6080 Gages Lake Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 247-8568  http://disciplesgurnee.org GURNEE COMMUNITY CHURCH 4555 Old Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-2392  www.gcchome.org

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HARVEST BIBLE CHAPEL 5101 Washington St.  Gurnee, IL 60031  (847) 775-0333 HOUSE OF PRAYER CHURCH 101 Ambrogio Dr., Unit N  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 302-5369  www.houseofprayergurnee.org IMMANUEL CHURCH 2300 Dilleys Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-4800  www.immanuelhome.org JOY LUTHERAN CHURCH 749 S. Hunt Club Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 362-4569  www.joylutheran.org LAKELAND CHURCH OF GURNEE 440 Hunt Club Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-1240  www.lakeland.org ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE 6401 Gages Lake Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 918-0600  http://stpaultheapostle.net VILLAGE CHURCH OF GURNEE 1319 N. Hunt Club Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-6606  www.vcgurnee.org

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Members ALPHABETICAL A Accuvision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optical Services Ace Hardware of Gurnee, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hardware

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AMA Med Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Medical, Dental & Nursing Care American Cancer Society, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Organizations

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American Legion Post 771 . . . . . . . .Family, Community & Civic Organizations

EIRICH Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manufacturing & Production

American Taxi Dispatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Taxi

The Exchange Club of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Organizations

Andrews Staffing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment/Staffing Anthony Auto Group, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive

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Assured Healthcare . . . . Employment/Staffing, Medical, Dental & Nursing Care

Fastlane Lubemasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive

AT&T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Telecommunications

Fastsigns of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions

Auto Parts City, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive

First American Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Banks & Credit Unions

Autumn Leaves of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assisted Living

Fit36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fitness Fore See Electric, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Construction Management

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Foresters Financial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial & Investment Services

Balmes Flowers Gurnee, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Florists Baymont Inn & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hotels/Motels

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Bickford of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assisted Living

Gateway Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Counseling

Biglow & Company, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insurance

Gillespie Gurnee Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive

Bittersweet Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Country Clubs

Great Lakes Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Banks & Credit Unions

BMO Harris Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Banks & Credit Unions

Greenleaf Orthopaedic & Physical Therapy . . . . Medical, Dental & Nursing Care

BubbleFAST, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mail Services/Shipping

Gurnee Community Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Banks & Credit Unions

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Gurnee Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shopping Centers

C&E Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Architectural Design & Building

Gurnee Park District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Government

Capital Insurance & Financial Services, LLC dba Allstate Insurance . Insurance

Gurnee Women’s Business Association . . . . . . . . Community Organizations

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese . . . . . . . . . Community Organizations Central Bark Doggy Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pets

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Century 21 Affiliated Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Real Estate Services

Heartland Bank & Trust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Banks & Credit Unions

Ceramics For You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts & Crafts

HeatherRidge Umbrella Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Country Clubs

Chick-fil-A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restaurants

Heritage Woods of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . Medical, Dental & Nursing Care

The Chocolate Sanctuary . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Holiday Inn of Gurnee/New Crown Holdings, LLC . . . . . . . . . Hotels/Motels

Clark Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chiropractors

Honey Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dental

Clinical Investigation Specialists, Inc. . . . . . . Medical, Dental & Nursing Care

HoneyBaked Ham Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Food & Beverage/Catering

College of Lake County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Hooters of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Columbia College — Lake County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Huntington Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Community Trust Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Banks & Credit Unions

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The Insurance Center/Stolarick & Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insurance Iskalis American Floor Show, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carpets & Interiors

D Daily Herald/Paddock Publications . . . . . . . . . . . Press/Publications/Radio DeVry University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education Dickey’s Barbecue Pit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

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Jimano’s Pizzeria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restaurants & Specialty Dining Jump America, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entertainment

Rink Side Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entertainment Dr. Bradley C. Rule, DDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dental

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K and A Graphics, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions KHM Plastics, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions Kloss Distributing Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Beverage Distributor Kluber, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Architectural Design & Building Knights of Columbus Divine Mercy 11112 . . . . . . . . . . .Family, Community & Civic Organizations

Salon Bliss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beauty Salons/Spas Saluto’s Pizza & Pasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining Sam’s Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shopping Centers Security and Protection Management (SAPM) . . . . . . . . . Security Services Drs. Sellke and Reily at Gurnee Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dental ServPro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fire/Water/Mold Mitigation

L La Gabri-Elle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education Lake County Vein Specialists . . . . . . . . . . . Medical, Dental & Nursing Care The Law Office of Erin E. Cartwright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attorneys Lawn Doctor of Antioch-Gurnee-Waukegan . . . . . . . . . . . . Landscaping

Six Flags Great America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entertainment James D. Smith RE/MAX SHOWCASE . . . . . . . . . . . .Real Estate Services Sovid Media Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions Speedpro Imaging of Lake County . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions

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SRT Prosthetics and Orthotics . . . . . . . . . . Medical, Dental & Nursing Care

Marcus Cinema — Gurnee Mills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entertainment

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The Shipping Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mail Services/Shipping Signs Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions

Stevens Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Marsh Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Funeral & Cremation Services

Stone Cabinet Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Architectural Design & Building

McClure’s Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive

Sullivan Acupuncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Acupuncture

MOD PIZZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Sunrise of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assisted Living

Momcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Food & Beverage/Catering

Suzy’s Swirl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Muller Honda of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive

Sylvan Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

My Eye Xpert — Drs. Gandolfi & Swafford . . . . . . . . . . . Optical Services

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Tacos El Norte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Nest Builder Financial Advisors, Ltd. . . . . . . Financial & Investment Services

Tech Systems, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security Services

NorStates Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Banks & Credit Unions

TGI Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

Northern Illinois Food Bank . . . . . . .Family, Community & Civic Organizations

Thomas B. Hood Law Offices, P.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attorneys

NorthSide Community Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Banks & Credit Unions

Town Planner Community Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising/Promotions Twice As Nice Mother & Child . . . . . .Family, Community & Civic Organizations

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Octagon Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beauty Salons/Spas ORKIN Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pest Control

Ultimate Gymnastics, Tumble & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dance

Outback Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restaurants

UniStaff, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment/Staffing

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Palecek, Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accountants

Village of Gurnee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Government

Partner Tech, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manufacturing & Production

Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . Chamber of Commerce

PPG PAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paint PromptMed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hospitals & Clinics

W Warren-Newport Public Library District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Library

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Waukegan Gurnee Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass

Quality Catering for Kids, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . .Restaurants & Specialty Dining

West’s Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insurance Woodland Community Consolidated Dist. 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

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Members BY CATEGORY ACCOUNTANTS

Stone Cabinet Works 7075 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 220-6788 www.stonecabinetworks.com

Palecek, Ltd. 4223 Grove Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-3200 http://paleceklimited.com

Ceramics For You 6695-D Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-2022 www.ceramicsforyou.net

Sullivan Acupuncture 495 N. Route 21 Suite 104 Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 440-7373

BMO Harris Bank 6547 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-3171

Autumn Leaves of Gurnee 505 Hunt Club Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-1380 http://autumnleaves.com

Fastsigns of Gurnee 4949 Grand Avenue, Suite 2 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 276-5953

Community Trust Credit Union 1313 Skokie Highway Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-2050 https://www.ctcu.org

Bickford of Gurnee 301 S. Hunt Club Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (815) 409-9460 www.enrichinghappiness.com

K and A Graphics, Inc. 4090-A Ryan Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-2345

Consumers Credit Union 4946 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 275-2228 https://www.myconsumers.org

Sunrise of Gurnee 500 N. Hunt Club Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8100 www.sunriseseniorliving.com

KHM Plastics, Inc. 4090 Ryan Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-4910 http://khmplastics.com

First American Bank 7005 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 403-8460 www.firstambank.com

ATTORNEYS

Signs Now 1379 St. Paul Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-7445 www.signsnow.com/gurnee

The Law Office of Erin E. Cartwright 1790 Nations Drive, Suite 121 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 748-7577 http://cartwrightlegal.com

Sovid Media Productions 1545 Sapphire Court Gurnee, IL 60031 (773) 916-7330 http://sovidmedia.com

Thomas B. Hood Law Offices, P.C. 501 N. Riverside Drive, Suite 204 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-6633 www.lawyer.com/thomas-hood-il.html

Speedpro Imaging of Lake County 1350 Tri-State Parkway Suite 116 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8220 www.speedprolakecounty.com

AUTOMOTIVE

Town Planner Community Calendars 123 Huntington Street Lake Bluff, IL 60044 (847) 615-7076

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN & BUILDING

Anthony Auto Group, Inc. 7225 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-3000 www.anthonygurnee.com Auto Parts City, Inc. 3535 Washington Street, Suite 200 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-3535 www.apcity.com Fastlane Lubemasters 6280 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-0002

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Great Lakes Credit Union 7275 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 887-8751 http://glcu.org Gurnee Community Bank 675 N. O’Plaine Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 625-3800 www.gurneebank.com Heartland Bank & Trust 36044 N. Brookside Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 538-3763 www.hbtbank.com NorStates Bank 5384 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 775-8204 https://www.norstatesbank.com NorthSide Community Bank 5103 Washington Street Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-5100 www.nscombank.com

BEAUTY SALONS/SPAS Octagon Salon 1333 N. Delany Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-9880

Gillespie Gurnee Ford 18834 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 805-8020 www.gillespieford.com 2017-2018 COMMUNITY GUIDE

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BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS

ASSISTED LIVING

ADVERTISING/ PROMOTIONS

Kluber, Inc. 4212 Old Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-3428 http://kluberinc.com

Muller Honda of Gurnee 7000 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8440 http://mullerhondaofgurnee.com

ARTS & CRAFTS

ACUPUNCTURE

C&E Builders 5455 Grand Avenue, Suite 302 Gurnee, IL 60031 (608) 563-2371 www.cehomebuilders.com

McClure’s Garage 4409 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-1050

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Members BY CATEGORY COMPUTER SERVICE/ SALES

Salon Bliss 7075 Grand Avenue, #3C Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-7474

BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTOR Kloss Distributing Company 1333 Northwestern Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-5610

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

CARPETS & INTERIORS

Fore See Electric, Inc. 4331 Birch Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-2907

Iskalis American Floor Show, Inc. 4437 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-7900 www.iskalisflooringamerica.com

CONTRACTORS

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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CPR Cell Phone Repair — Gurnee 5250 Grand Avenue Unit 15 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 578-0875 www.cellphonerepair.com/gurnee-il

Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce 5250 Grand Avenue, Suite #14, Box #104 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 871-0747 www.gurneechamber.com

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Northeast Suburban Chicagoland 1000 Butterfield Road Suite 1001 Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (847) 327-0203 www.dreammakernechicagoland.com

CHIROPRACTORS

COUNSELING

Clark Family Chiropractic 1475 N. Dilleys Road, Suite 2 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-8600 http://clarkfamilychiro.net

Gateway Foundation 222 S. Greenleaf Street Suite 106 Gurnee, IL 60046 (877) 505-4673 www.recovergateway.org

Honey Orthodontics 6071 Washington Street, Suite 1 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-0155 http://gurneeorthodontist.com Dr. Bradley C. Rule, DDS 6475 Washington Street, Suite 101 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-7717 www.ruledds.com Drs. Sellke and Reily at Gurnee Orthodontics 101 S. Greenleaf Street Suite E Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-1000 http://sr-orthodontics.com

EDUCATION College of Lake County 19351 W. Washington Street Grayslake, IL 60030 (847) 543-2422 Columbia College — Lake County 1225 Tri-State Parkway, Suite 560 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-6333 www.ccis.edu/lakecounty DeVry University 1075 Tri-State Parkway, Suite 800 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-2649 http://devryuniversity.org/chicago

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

COUNTRY CLUBS

Huntington Learning Center 1832 E. Belvidere Road Grayslake, IL 60030 (847) 625-4050 http://grayslake.huntingtonhelps.com

American Cancer Society, Inc. 100 Tri-State International, Suite 125 lincolnshire, IL 60069 (847) 317-0025 www.cancer.org

Bittersweet Golf Club 875 Almond Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-9031 www.bittersweetgolf.com

La Gabri-Elle 223 N. Route 21, Suite 6 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 219-3678 www.lagabri-elle.com

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese 671 S. Lewis Avenue Waukegan, IL 60085 (847) 782-4123 www.catholiccharities.net

HeatherRidge Umbrella Association 5864 Manchester Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 816-9300 http://heatherridge.org

Sylvan Learning Center 495 N. Riverside Drive, #113 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 625-2660

The Exchange Club of Gurnee P.O. Box 6 Gurnee, IL 60031 www.exchangeclubofgurnee.org

DANCE

Gurnee Women’s Business Association P.O. Box 683 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 356-0575

Ultimate Gymnastics, Tumble & Cheer 1018 Tri-State Parkway Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8573

DENTAL Dr. Howard Cooper Excellence In Dentistry 5101 Washington Street Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-4000 www.gurneedds.com

Woodland Community Consolidated Dist. 50 1105 N. Hunt Club Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 596-5600

EMPLOYMENT/STAFFING Andrews Staffing 3706 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-1166 www.andrews-staffing.com Assured Healthcare 495 N. Riverside Drive, #203 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 775-7445 www.assuredhealthcare.com

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Members BY CATEGORY CorTech 5455 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 782-5963 www.cortech.net UniStaff, Inc. 670 S. Lake Street Mundelein, IL 60060 (847) 837-5551 http://unistaffjobs.com

Nest Builder Financial Advisors, Ltd. 1800 Nations Drive, Suite 117 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-4483 http://nestbuilderfinancial.com

ENTERTAINMENT

FIRE/WATER/MOLD MITIGATION

Jump America, LLC 880 Lakeside Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 325-5867 http://jumpamerica.com

ServPro 191 Ambrogio Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 838-2954 www.servprogurnee.com

Marcus Cinema — Gurnee Mills 6170 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-9940 www.marcustheatres.com

FAMILY, COMMUNITY & CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS American Legion Post 771 P.O. Box 71 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 910-3330 www.gurneeamericanlegion.org Knights of Columbus Divine Mercy 11112 2597 Korbel Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 513-1249 Northern Illinois Food Bank 440 Keller Drive Park City, IL 60085 (630) 443-6910 Twice As Nice Mother & Child 4185 Grove Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 637-1644 www.twiceasnicemc.org

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Ace Hardware of Gurnee, Inc. 4806 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-0101 www.acehardware.com

FOOD & BEVERAGE/ CATERING HoneyBaked Ham Cafe 4949 Grand Avenue, Unit #8 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 775-1616 https://www.myhoneybakedstore.com/gurnee/2107 Momcorn 5101 Washington Street, Suite #2 Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 610-0407 www.momcorn.com

Marsh Funeral Home 305 N. Cemetery Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-0127 www.dignitymemorial.com/marsh-funeral-home

GLASS Waukegan Gurnee Glass 1200 N. Estes Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-4141 |

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Baymont Inn & Suites 5430 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 782-0890

Balmes Flowers Gurnee, Inc. 4949 Grand Avenue, Suite 713 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-4644 www.gurneeflowersbybalmes.net

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HOTELS/MOTELS

FLORISTS

FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES

FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

Village of Gurnee 325 N. O’Plaine Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-7500 www.gurnee.il.us/administration

PromptMed 724 N. Greenbay Road Waukegan, IL 60085 (847) 901-8400 www.promptmedurgentcare.net

Fit36 345472 Highway 45 Third Lake, IL 60030 (262) 689-8382 http://fit36fitness.com

Six Flags Great America 542 Route 21 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-1776 https://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica

Gurnee Park District 4374 Old Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-5498 www.gurneeparkdistrict.com

HOSPITALS & CLINICS

FITNESS

Rink Side Sports 6152 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-1064 www.rink-side.com

Foresters Financial 741 Sierra Place Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 370-0494 www.forestersfinancial.com

GOVERNMENT

Jack M. Dunk & Associates+ 5101 Washington Street Suite 2B Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-8400 www.jackdunk.com

Holiday Inn of Gurnee/New Crown Holdings, LLC 6161 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-6300 www.ihg.com

INSURANCE Biglow & Company, Inc. 11 Nippersink Boulevard Fox Lake, IL 60020 (847) 587-2155 www.biglowins.com Capital Insurance & Financial Services, LLC dba Allstate Insurance 4262 Old Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-2300 The Insurance Center/Stolarick & Co. 4673 Old Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-1300 www.stolarickins.com West’s Insurance Agency 1225 Tri-State Parkway, #500 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-0456 www.westinsurance.com

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Members BY CATEGORY LANDSCAPING

Greenleaf Orthopaedic & Physical Therapy 105 N. Greenleaf Street Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-3090 www.greenleafortho.com

Lawn Doctor of Antioch-Gurnee-Waukegan 40324 N. Deep Lake Road Antioch, IL 60002 (847) 395-0940 www.lawndoctorantioch-waukegan.com

Heritage Woods of Gurnee 3775 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 www.gardant.com/heritagewoodsgurnee

LIBRARY Warren-Newport Public Library District 224 N. O’Plaine Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-5150 www.wnpl.info

Lake County Vein Specialists 1425 N. Hunt Club Road Suite #202 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-2534 http://lcveinspecialists.com

MAIL SERVICES/SHIPPING

SRT Prosthetics and Orthotics 6475 Washington Street Suite 100 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-0030 www.healthcare4ppl.com

BubbleFAST, LLC 101 Ambrogio Drive, Unit K Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-9911 www.bubblefast.com The Shipping Point 5250 Grand Avenue, Suite 14 Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 629-6596

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MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION EIRICH Machines 4033 Ryan Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-2444 www.eirichusa.com Partner Tech, Inc. 245 Ambrogio Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (815) 675-9520 http://quickerproducts.com

MEDICAL, DENTAL & NURSING CARE AMA Med Spa 6543 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 377-6300 http://amamedspa.com Assured Healthcare 495 N. Riverside Drive, #203 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 775-7445 www.assuredhealthcare.com Clinical Investigation Specialists, Inc. 1800 Nations Drive Suite 115 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-2492 www.cisresearch.com Dimensions Home Health Care, LLC 202 Greenleaf Street Suite C Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-7660

OPTICAL SERVICES Accuvision 5101 W. Washington Street, Suite 19 Saratoga Square Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-2020 www.accuvision.com My Eye Xpert — Drs. Gandolfi & Swafford 1475 Dilleys Road, Suite #4 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-3939 http://visionsource-myeyexpertgurnee.com

PAINT J.C. Licht Epco 5320 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-0027

PRESS/PUBLICATIONS/ RADIO Daily Herald/Paddock Publications 1795 N. Butterfield Road Libertyville, IL 60048 (847) 680-5606

REAL ESTATE SERVICES Century 21 Affiliated Gurnee 5101 Washington Street Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 548-5610 www.c21affiliated.com James D. Smith RE/MAX SHOWCASE 5445 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 274-8301 www.jdshomes.net

RESTAURANTS Chick-fil-A 6550 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 782-9294 www.chickfila.com Outback Steakhouse 5652 Northridge Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-1300 http://outback.com

RESTAURANTS & SPECIALTY DINING The Chocolate Sanctuary 5101 Washington Street Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 944-0808 www.thechocolatesanctuary.com

PPG PAINTS 3590 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-2355 www.ppgpaints.com

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 6681 Grand Avenue Unit A-1 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 596-7290 www.facebook.com/dickeysbarbecuegurnee

PEST CONTROL

Hooters of Gurnee 5670 Northridge Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-1672 http://originalhooters.com

ORKIN Pest Control 1680 N. Delany Road Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-1513 www.orkin.com

PETS Central Bark Doggy Day Care 3880 Grove Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 672-6188 www.centralbarkusa.com/gurnee

Jersey Mikes 6310 Grand Avenue Suite 400 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-0601 www.jerseymikes.com Jimano’s Pizzeria 7010 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8696 www.jimanos.com/gurnee

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Members BY CATEGORY MOD PIZZA 6447 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 505-4228 http://https://modpizza.com/ Quality Catering for Kids, Inc. 4005 Porett Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (888) 356-7513 www.qualitycateringforkids.com Saluto’s Pizza & Pasta 7680 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 Stevens Restaurant 401 N. Riverside Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-8533 www.stevensofgurnee.com Suzy’s Swirl 6013 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 www.suzysswirl.com Tacos El Norte 401 N. Riverside Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-3034 http://tacoselnorte.org

SHOPPING CENTERS

TGI Fridays 6577 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-0007 www.tgifridays.com

SECURITY SERVICES Security and Protection Management (SAPM) 5101 Washington Street Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-7276 www.sapmsecurity.com

Gurnee Mills 6170 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 263-2414 www.simon.com/mall/gurnee-mills Sam’s Club 6570 W. Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-1139 www3.samsclub.com

TAXI

Tech Systems, Inc. 4606 Old Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-9700

SENIOR APARTMENTS Gurnee Meadows 1400 Pauly Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 263-0030 http://gurneemeadows.com

American Taxi Dispatch 834 E. Rand Road Mount Prospect, IL 60056 (847) 253-4411 http://americantaxi.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS AT&T 7075 Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8944 www.att.com

Advertiser INDEX Ace Hardware ........................................................ 12

Gurnee Salata Funeral Home ................................. 17

ama | med spa .......................................................... 2

Heartland Bank ...................................................... 22

Ameriprise Financial ................................................ 3

Kaiser’s Pizza & Pub .............................................. 13

Balmes Flowers Gurnee ......................................... 19

Kluber Architects + Engineers ............................... 15

Bickford Assisted Living & Memory Care .............. 28

Legions of Craft Beer Festival ................................. 8

Century 21 Affiliated ............................................. 17

Marsh Funeral Home ............................................. 13

Community Trust Credit Union .............................. 16

McClure’s Garage .................................................. 12

Excellence In Dentistry .......................................... 40

NorStates Bank ..................................................... 18

FASTSIGNS .............................................................. 6

Northside Community Bank .................................... 5

FitNation ............................................................... 22

PPG Paints ............................................................... 8

Fore See Electric, Inc. .............................................. 9

Six Flags Great America ........................................ 21

Gurnee Community Bank ....................................... 39

Stevens’ ................................................................. 19

Gurnee Days .......................................................... 23

Twice As Nice Mother & Child ............................... 27

Gurnee’s Got It! ...................................................... 7

Visit Lake County .................................................. 20

Gurnee Meadows .................................................. 28

Vista Health System .............................................. 29

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WE’RE PROUD TO BE

GURNEE’SCOMMUNITYBANK! What do we love the most about this community? The people we share it with! That’s why we support the families here, the local businesses and the charitable organizations, too. Beyond providing banking solutions, we also take pride in giving back to the people who work to make this area so great. Why? Because this isn’t just home to us; it’s home to all of us. And, as a true community bank, we know that when we all do our part, we can help make Gurnee better for everyone.

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF COMMUNITY BANKING!

675 N. O’Plaine Rd. | Gurnee, IL 60031 8476253800 | www.gurneebank.com

WE’RE PROUD TO BRING IT HOME. As a company made in this area, for this area, Wintrust and its family of true community banks is dedicated to the unique neighborhoods each serves. For 25 years, we’ve been banks that invest in, give back to, and get to really know our communities and the people living in them. When you bank with a Wintrust Community Bank, you can be confident your money is going back into the things that matter most to you.

Gurnee Community Bank is a branch of Libertyville Bank & Trust Company.

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