Gurnee IL Chamber Profile

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Chamber WELCOME

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Gurnee PARK DISTRICT

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Mayor’s WELCOME

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Gurnee SHOPPING

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Chamber BENEFITS

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Warren Township HIGH SCHOOL

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Board MEMBERS

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Educational ROUNDTABLE

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Chamber WEBSITE

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Gurnee SCHOOLS

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Important NUMBERS

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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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Gurnee BUSINESS

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Members ALPHABETICAL

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Six Flags GREAT AMERICA

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Members by CATEGORY

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KeyLime COVE

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Advertiser INDEX

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Membership APPLICATION

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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 Content Coordinator/Client Liaison | Stefanie Nugara This is a Town Square Publication created and produced for the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce

Graphic Designer | Carrie Dockendorff

Copyright© 2016 Town Square Publications 155 E. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60005 www.townsquarepublications.com

Directory Coordinator | Michael Sumrak

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.

Ad Production Coordinators | David Abraham | Tiffany Salerno

Contributing Writer | Janice Youngwith Photos | Daily Herald Staff Photographers Acquisition Manager | Barbara Jakomin Advertising Sales | Diana Belsanti

Village of GURNEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Chamber WELCOME

reetings and welcome to the seventh annual visitors to the Gurnee community who visit our Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce major attractions every year.

Community Guide. This guide is brought to you The past year was challenging and rewarding

by The Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce at the same time. As in years past, the Chamber in conjunction with Town Square Publications, held two community-wide meetings with the a division of Daily Herald Media Group. A great mayor. These interactions with the mayor and deal of time and effort goes into this guide and other Gurnee city officials always draw large I want to especially thank Town Square, the crowds. A different spin this past year was our Village of Gurnee and local businesses and orgaspring mayor’s meeting held as an evening event nizations that help pull all the content together. at Bittersweet Golf Course. It was followed Most importantly, it could not be done without with a fall lunch meeting at Key Lime Cove. It’s the efforts of the Village of Gurnee Chamber of always great to get updates on what is going on Commerce’s executive director and board memin the village and meet with the folks who make bers. We are certain that you will find this year’s the village work. The Chamber’s annual meeting Community Guide to be our best effort yet. was held and hosted by the Chocolate SanctuIn memory of We encourage longtime residents and visitors ary. Many sincere thanks to Bill and Donna for CRAIG HATHAWAY alike to browse the guide to get updates on the putting it all together for us. This was a difficult village and its local businesses. In it you will find featured articles event in that former Mayor Dick Welton had suddenly passed away and advertisements from your local businesses. Use this guide as last year. Gurnee, as it is today, exists as the vision he had for the a handy reference to village and township services, schools and village. During the annual event, the Chamber held a silent auction volunteer groups and organizations in and around Gurnee. Most with the proceeds going to the benefit of The Richard Welton importantly, pay special attention to the chamber members and Plaza. The plaza is being placed at the site of the old village hall and advertisers that make Gurnee the great community that it is. Once police station. Dick was truly a supporter of all business in Gurnee you go through the guide, I am sure you will agree with me that and will be greatly missed both as a visionary leader and a friend.

Gurnee is a great place to live and do business.

On a final note, long-time Chamber Executive Director Craig With this issue, you will notice the new updated Chamber Hathaway stepped down for medical reasons. Born on July 29, logo with a more contemporary look. The village is also present1959 he succumbed to lung cancer on February 6, 2016. Craig ing its new logo. The Chamber would like to thank the Village was a volunteer in the community and a professional photograof Gurnee for working with us to present a unified look. In this pher. He is survived by his two sons, Jeffery and Ryan, and two year’s edition we have made the Economic Development section a daughters, Sara and Emily. Craig is also survived by his sister, regular feature. Check out what Ellen Dean, the Village of Gurnee Emily Cline, and the loving mother of his children, Sharon Economic Development Director, has been up to in working to Hathaway. Craig’s wish was for no formal services. He wished keep Gurnee the Village of Opportunity. This year we have also that everyone would shop local, a belief that Craig held close to added a recap of industrial parks and space available in Gurnee. his heart. I only got to know Craig when I came onto the board Although not as noticeable as the retail and entertainment areas six years, ago and worked with him closely when I assumed the in the village, the industrial parks in Gurnee host a wide variety position of chairman. I can tell you he was passionate about the of businesses providing a nice mix of employment opportunities local community and the Chamber. He will in the village. surely be missed.

In addition to the new logo, the Chamber has also introduced a new website that is more user friendly and will provide all our Sincerely, chamber members additional exposure. In addition to this print copy, the Community Guide will be available digitally for the whole year on the Chamber website. We are certain this new site Dan “Kay” Kloczkowski will provide endless opportunities to get exposure from the many Chairman of the Board

Dan Kloczkowski

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Village of GURNEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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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 center and KeyLime Cove. 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 updated the village’s strategic plan through 2020. Some of the new goals and objectives include improving pedestrian options throughout Gurnee, investing in infrastructure, and advancing economic development to support our strong business climate. If you want to stay connected we have multiple ways to keep you engaged through our website, e-Blasts, 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 VGCC was formed to be the unifying voice for businesses in Gurnee. Through the commitment and engagement of our members, the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce 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.

Advertising & Marketing Opportunities

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.

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 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:  Attending events  Giving financial support to Chamber programs  Donating goods or services  Volunteering your time

VALUE OF JOINING A CHAMBER 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 that 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 a consumer thinks that 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 he or she infers that 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

For additional information about the benefits of the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce, visit www.GurneeChamber.com or fill out the membership application on page 31.

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

DIRECTORS

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

Jeanne Balmes Village of Gurnee Trustee

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

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

Kaitlyn Bennett (224) 656-8685  KeyLime Cove Waterpark Resort Richard Diesterheft (847) 615-7076  Town Planner Deanne Fisher (847) 625-4000  Huntington Learning Center

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

Maureen Kmieciak (847) 856-8220  Speedpro Imaging John Krajnak (847) 625-7510  Six Flags Theme Park 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 Administration ................ (847) 599-7500 Community ...................... (847) 599-7550 Development Mayor’s Office ................. (847) 599-7500 Public Works ................... (847) 599-6800 Department Utility Billing ................... (847) 599-7500 GURNEE VILLAGE OFFICIALS MAYOR

Kristina Kovarik

POLICE & FIRE POLICE STATION

100 N. O’Plaine Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 Emergency ......................................... 911 Non-emergency .............. (847) 599-7000

WARREN TOWNSHIP 17801 Washington St.  Gurnee, IL 60031 www.warrentownship.net (847) 244-1101 Supervisor’s Office ........................ Ext. 1 Assessor’s Office ........................... Ext. 2

FIRE STATION – NO. 1

4580 Old Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL 60031 Emergency ......................................... 911 Non-emergency .............. (847) 599-6600

Highway Department ................... Ext. 3 Youth Services .............................. Ext. 4 Senior Services ............................. Ext. 5 Parks & Recreation ....................... Ext. 1

FIRE STATION – NO. 2

6581 Dada Dr.  Gurnee, IL 60031 Emergency ......................................... 911 Non-emergency .............. (847) 599-6650

TRUSTEES

Youth Recreational ......... (847) 336-8606 Sports Warren Special ................ (847) 244-6619 Recreation Association TOWNSHIP OFFICIALS

Jeanne Balmes  Greg Garner

SUPERVISOR

Tom Hood  Cheryl Ross

Suzanne Simpson

Karen Thorstenson  Don Wilson

TRUSTEES

VILLAGE CLERK

Ken Echtenacher  Bill Gill

Andy Harris

Donna Radke  Mike Semmerling

ADMINISTRATOR

TOWNSHIP CLERK

Patrick Muetz

George Iler

OTHER OFFICIALS

TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR

FIRE CHIEF

Charlie Mullin

Fred Friedl III

HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

Gerald Rudd

Thomas Rigwood

TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR

POLICE CHIEF

Ryan M. Johnson, Esq.

Kevin Woodside

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Amy Sarver

Ellen Dean ASSISTANT VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR

David Ziegler

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GURNEE’S GOT IT ALL!

uring the fall, when the strategic planning focus groups were held, this refrain came through loud and clear:“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 Ellen Dean good mix of housing and value.

Gurnee What does all of this mean for ecoEconomic Development nomic development? It means growDirector ing 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. Put simply, the goal of economic development is to provide the jobs and revenue necessary to support the goals of this community, as they are defined today and in the future.

Revenue generated by retail and tourism helps pay for new infrastructure and nearly 50 percent of all village operations, including police, fire, and public works. When you shop or dine in Gurnee, whether at Gurnee Mills or on East Grand Avenue, you are making an investment in our future. With the growth of online retail and the experiential preferences of today’s millennials, we are cognizant of the need to keep attracting new and different

offerings to our retail mix, such as Portillo’s and Buffalo Wild Wings that opened late last year.

While the village does not levy a property tax or utility tax, manufacturing and distribution operations – featured in this year’s guide on page 18 – bring revenue to other taxing bodies, such as the school, park and library districts. Equally important, skilled manufacturing brings high quality jobs to Gurnee residents who have the education and skill sets to fill them.

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.

One of the things we heard from residents during the strategic planning focus groups is that, amid our wealth of retail, independent businesses are still vital to maintaining the hometown “feel” of Gurnee. Well, 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 Gurnee business, including many of the local restaurants listed in the Independent Dining Guide on pages 22 and 23.

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We encourage you to hold onto this guide, and when that question pops up, “What’s for dinner?” you’ll have your answer!

Calling all photographers! As we embark on a complete redesign of the village’s entire website later this year, we’ll be looking for great photos of Gurnee – neighborhoods, businesses, events – so please start snapping! Follow the village’s Facebook page (facebook.com/ VillageofGurnee) and Keeping Posted for further details about how your images could end up on the village’s new website.

The Economic Development page, www.gurneesgot-it.com, has become a one-stop source for business news and resources.

From a Gurnee business directory to an inventory of available properties, it’s all there!

The village’s sevenmember Economic Development Committee is geared up for a busy 2016-2017. The committee is set to launch a new program to formally recognize some of the many outstanding businesses that contribute to Gurnee’s economy and quality of life. Online nominations will be open this summer on www.gurnees-got-it.com; stay tuned!

The Committee is also spearheading efforts to address a key goal identified by the strategic planning focus groups – redevelopment on East Grand Avenue. We’re pleased to announce that the village

has been selected by the Urban Land Institute to work with a panel of development experts this spring to plan for the revitalization of this important area. Business owners, property owners and residents in the East Grand Avenue area will be invited to collaborate with us to frame the future – to put the “grand” back into East Grand!

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. Governmental agencies collaborate to provide cost-effective services to their mutual constituents.

The village and chamber of commerce are partners in serving the needs of the business community.

Retail and hospitality businesses can join Visit Lake County, our tourism partner. Gurnee businesses of all sizes and types are eligible for services provided (most at no cost) through partnership with the College of Lake County Workforce and Professional Development Institute, Small Business Development and International Trade Center, Lake County Workforce Development Board, local financial institutions, utility providers and more.

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

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Hometown PROFILES NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY BANK

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orthSide Community Bank is pleased to be a member of the Gurnee business community and the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce.

For the past 19 years we have provided The Very Best in Banking to Gurnee and the surrounding communities. As we look to our 20th anniversary in 2017 it is hard to imagine how much the landscape, both locally and globally has changed.

We have seen property values increase, decrease and increase once again. We have seen the U.S. dollar be strong, weak and strong once again against other major world currencies.

We have seen the birth of smartphones doing the amount of work those IBM super computer mainframes did from the 1970s. Banking has evolved a great deal in 20 years. While the technology has changed, what hasn’t changed is the need for a locally-owned and locally-managed community bank that continues to provide personalized attention to its customer’s needs.

When NorthSide Community Bank opened in July 1997, our goal was simple: to provide an exceptional customer platform with quality service and products. We will continually strive to provide value to our customers rather than promote cookie-cutter products offered by our “big bank” competitors. We are proud of the fact that we have succeeded in our goals. NorthSide Community Bank has remained locally owned and independent at a time when it seemed banks were merging and changing names on a seemingly weekly basis.

During the nearly two decades since NorthSide Community Bank first opened its doors, management has remained constant and firmly entrenched in the community. Managers of the bank participate in Junior Achievement, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, and, of course, the Village of Gurnee Chamber of Commerce.

Chief Operating Officer Nick Phillips has been with the community bank from the beginning. During the school year, Nick can be seen in local classrooms volunteering his time to Junior Achievement bringing real-world experiences to students and opening their eyes to their potential.

Throughout his time with the bank, Nick has personally worked with many customers, some of which have been with the bank for nearly 20 years as well. Nick’s office to the left of the bank’s entrance is often populated with customers wanting to say hello and get caught up on the local economy and discuss thoughts about the future.

In recent years, NorthSide Community Bank has introduced robust internet banking and bill payment products and very recently a mobile banking app. The bank is currently working on improvements to its debit card products, incorporating the new EMV chip technology as well as a card valet product that puts the cardholder in the driver’s seat and allows them to control when and where the debit card can be used.

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THE CHOCOLATE SANCTUARY

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he Chocolate Sanctuary Restaurant and Lounge is a destination that celebrates the cocoa bean in its many forms. Founders Bill and Donna Collazo are area residents who are fulfilling their long-held dream of making a mark on the North Shore dining scene. The couple’s restaurant, which opened in June of 2015, provides an elegant escape from the everyday. It is a business where community pride is nourished with exceptional food, drink and hospitality. In addition to critically acclaimed lunch and dinner service, The Chocolate Sanctuary offers chocolates crafted by local artisans and its own hand-made, in-house truffles and other retail items for sale.

The venue also features exquisite space for a variety of private events.

The couple’s dream aligned with opportunity when Bill and his former aviation partners sold their business, and their two children, Will and Kayla, finished their education. This enabled the family to then jointly establish their concept and realize their vision.

“While Lake County communities contain a variety of modern casual restaurants, we felt that Gurnee would benefit from having a destination restaurant that they could call their own,” stated Bill Collazo. “Our concept brings yet another great dining option to the village and the surrounding cities and towns”.

The Chocolate Sanctuary is actively engaged in Lake County communities and is continually looking for new experiences to

share with its neighbors. Gurnee Mayor, Kristina Kovarik, hosted a morning coffee with area constituents when the restaurant first opened, and the restaurant continues to welcome public officials and nonprofits to look to the venue as an opportunity to bring various communities together.

The restaurant is partnering with area charities and will be hosting a series of events that are designed to entertain and enlighten guests and members of their up-and-coming Cocoa Club. Through the program, rolling-out later this year, members will receive the Collazo’s monthly chocolate selections, along with exclusive discounts and invitations to member-only events such as cooking and mixology classes, wine and chocolate pairings and chef ’s dinners.

The Chocolate Sanctuary is currently open for lunch and dinner, featuring menu selections that awaken the palate by honoring the many nuances of cocoa with inspired small plates, twists on classic entrées and utter masterpieces for dessert.

Lunch offers a variety of options and price points with pleasant and efficient service and a complementary chocolate surprise.

The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 11p.m. Fridays and Saturday. The Chocolate Sanctuary launched Sunday brunch hours on Easter Sunday, and will continue serving Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the year. Sunday dinner hours are 4 to 9 p.m.

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ucked away in the Historic Village Center of Gurnee at 4437 Old Grand Avenue is Lake County’s largest floor covering retailer.

Iskalis American Floor Show, its own piece of history, has been passed down for three generations from father to son. Iskalis’ American Floor Show has been proving themselves as the exceptional flooring store in Gurnee throughout this time. The family business is currently being run by John Iskalis.

The reason why we choose Gurnee was simple. It gave my father a chance to develop our other property, and it was amazing. We were blessed with moving to Gurnee. The village has a lot to offer small business: A small hometown atmosphere, good schools and a prime location. Moving our business to Gurnee has helped us to expand our boundaries.

Iskalis’ American Floor Show is a family-owned business that is governed with strong family values at the forefront. We strive to continue the family core values. That is the difference between us and most of our competition. We care about what we do. We care about how we treat

people and we care about the products we deliver.

With the success we experienced in Gurnee, we were able to open our second location in Evanston in 2008. We also belong to a Co-op that allows us to network with over 600 stores nationwide and in Canada.

Iskalis’ American Floor Show offers more then just flooring. We do carpet cleaning. We offer counter tops, and soon we will be expanding into the cabinet business.

Besides flooring, Iskalis’ American Floor Show believes in community involvement. We currently work with great organizations like Allendale, Lambs Farm and several other charitable organizations. We recently donated all the flooring and labor for the new COOL Ministries Food Pantry in Waukegan.

I want to take this time and thank all of the people of Gurnee. Thank you for putting your trust in me and allowing me to help serve you.

Without the loyal customers of Gurnee, none of this would be possible. I hope that with strong continued support that one day I will be able to pass this down to the next generation.

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Fore See Electric services commercial buildings from shopping centers to office buildings Contact Fore See Electric for parking lot lights or code violation repairs.

With over 40 years of experience you can be confident we will do it right the first time. We perform electrical work for all types of commercial buildings from shopping centers to office buildings.

Licensed, Bonded, and Insured In commercial and residential electrical services

Fore See Electric provides these electrical services:

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Fore See Electric, Inc provides professional residential and commercial electrical contractor services for the Lake County, IL area. With over 40 years of experience and professional training, our technicians will provide you with dependable, quality electrical work that you can count on. Our goal is to make your home or business feel safe and our reliability and experience is unmatched.

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he strength of Gurnee’s business community can be measured in many ways. For the corporate and business leaders whose companies call Gurnee home, it is an ideal location with a strong, vibrant business-friendly environment, a skilled and well-educated workforce and other business, civic and community amenities many companies seek.

Ideally situated along the major expressway corridor midway between Milwaukee and Chicago, business-friendly amenities include:

GURNEE INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY STATS  Lease rates $5-9 PSF; average asking $7.21 NNN  10 percent vacancy, which is lower than the 5-year average of 13.4 percent  Industrial-zoned acres in Gurnee: 467, representing 5.34 percet of total acreage in Gurnee

 A well-educated workforce, including more than 400,000 people of working age within a 30-minute drive and 60 percent with a bachelor’s degree or higher.  Low taxes and low operating costs – the Village of Gurnee levies no property tax and no utility tax.  Three non-tolled interchanges on Interstate 94, as well as proximity to Routes 41,45 and 21.  Two international airports within an hour’s drive and Waukegan National Airport nearby.  Rail access via Union Pacific Railroad with several industrial spurs.

From manufacturing to technology, large corporate operations to mid-size and smaller business enterprises, Gurnee’s got it all, said Ellen Dean, Gurnee’s economic development director, who says it’s no surprise how the Village of Gurnee has transformed itself from a sleepy, little town of 3,000 residents in 1970 to an economic powerhouse of approximately 31,000 residents today.

MANUFACTURING = QUALITY JOBS Bringing highly skilled, manufacturing jobs to Gurnee is a top economic development priority for the Village of Gurnee. Twenty-two percent of Gurnee residents who are in the labor force report being employed in manufacturing and wholesale trade according to a recent American Community Survey. The average annual manufacturing wages in Gurnee are 50 percent higher than across all occupations. Gurnee’s highly educated population is a good match for the highly skilled, lucrative manufacturing jobs of today.

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GURNEE’S INDUSTRIAL PARKS Gurnee is home to 1,100 businesses and keeping it all in balance is something that Gurnee has done very well over the years.

These businesses comprise 4.3 million square feet in 14 office or industrial parks, and 5.3 million square feet of retail in 22 shopping centers.

Gurnee’s industrial parks – filled with businesses engaged in manufacturing or wholesale trade – are located in close proximity to Route 41 or I-94.

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HAWTHORNE & ALLIED INDUSTRIAL PARK Northwestern Avenue, south of Sunset

Constructed mid-1970’s to 1990 this park features multi-tenant and some single tenant occupants. Most buildings are in the 4060,000 square foot range.

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DELANY BUSINESS CENTER Delany Road and Sunset Avenue

Constructed mid-1990’s to mid-2000’s, the Delany Business Center includes a mix of single and multi-tenant buildings ranging from 30,000 to 75,000 square feet. This park includes a mix of Class A, B and C manufacturing operations.

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Constructed late 1970’s to early 2000’s, these parks include mostly single tenant buildings in the 10-15,000-square-foot size range, a mix of Class B and C warehouse and flex (distribution with some office space) facilities.

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Constructed late 1980s to mid-2000s, the center features primarily Class B, multi-tenant buildings in the 10,000-square-foot range. The size and configuration of these buildings makes them versatile for a variety of industrial, research & development, professional, business, technical and consumer service companies.

In addition to these parks, a flurry of construction between 1960 and 1990 included industrial development with convenient access to Route 41 along Porett, Northwestern, Grandview, Grandville, and Morrison, now featuring a mix of manufacturing, wholesale trade and food processing operations.

Near Interstate 94 and the 98,000 cars that pass by each day, the Grand Tri-State and CenterPoint corporate parks represent Gurnee’s newest and largest office, manufacturing and distribution facilities. A few flexible pad sites, three to 10 acres, remain available for ground-up development.

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Constructed 1984-2008 (majority around 1990) with a mix of single and multi-tenant structures. Buildings range 20,000100,000 square feet in area and feature primarily manufacturing and warehouse operations.

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Constructed beginning in 2005, CenterPoint offers a mix of single and multi-tenant distribution buildings ranging from 130,000-220,000 square feet in size.

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The newest opportunity for corporate sites is the Triangle Corporate Park, owned by Forefront Properties, located at Milwaukee Avenue and Route 120. Zoned for office (including medical) and light industrial uses, the site offers fully improved sites with direct access to I-94.

For additional information, contact Ellen Dean, Village of Gurnee economic development director, at (847) 599-7574 or email edean@village.gurnee.il.us.

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There’s really no telling where your money goes when you bank with a big bank from out of town. How about when you choose Gurnee Community Bank? That we can tell you. Your money goes back into the things that matter most to you: the local economy, local organizations and charities, and the strengthening of our local community. We care about these things too because, for us, this is more than just where we work. This is home.

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF COMMUNITY BANKING!

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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.

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Six Flags Great America, in partnership with Warner Bros.

Consumer Products and DC Entertainment, has announced the next generation of interactive thrills with the summer 2016 debut of an all-new 4D interactive thrill ride, Justice League: Battle for Metropolis. This amazing thrill ride was named by USA Today readers as one of the Top 10 New Amusement Park Attractions of the year and was most recently awarded Best New Attraction by Theme Park Insider.

This summer, guests will become members of the Justice League Reserve Team, and engage in a full-sensory journey as they battle alongside Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern against Lex Luthor, The Joker and his henchmen. Traveling in six-passenger vehicles, riders must outsmart Lex Luthor and The Joker and save the City of Metropolis.

“Introducing an attraction that combines this level of technology and the iconic DC Comics characters will bring an unmatched, interactive experience to our guests in 2016,” said Hank Salemi, park president. “The addition of JUSTICE LEAGUE: Battle for Metropolis is another example of our park’s commitment to delivering new and innovative thrills every year.”

JUSTICE LEAGUE | Battle for Metropolis  A 22,000-square-foot Hall of Justice housing this full-sensory thrill ride.  A 4D ride experience with wind, fire, mist and fog effects, plus life-like animatronic characters.  A dramatic fight as the Justice League Reserve Team travels through laughing gas and flames in 10 high-intensity scenes.  One of the first-ever virtual loops, giving riders the feeling of going head-over-heels.  High-definition 3D animation fully immersing riders into the city of Metropolis.  State-of-the-art gaming elements.  Six-passenger vehicles with multi-degrees-of-freedom to transport riders through all the exciting twists and turns without limitations.

Other special 2016 Great America events and happenings include a two-day Six Flags Birthday Bash May 28-29 with fireworks each evening and pop-up entertainment throughout the park.

Plans for the Fourth of July Fest – July 2, 3 and 4 – include entertainment, games and activities plus fireworks each night.

For more information about Six Flags Great America, visit www.sixflags.com.

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What hat Are You Do Doing Family Fun is around d every corner iin Lake County!

Check out our website for coupons, a calendar of events and hotel packages. Enjoy a variety of attractions like Six Flags, KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort, Ravinia Festival, and natural beauty at area forest preserves.

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Avalon Family Restaurant - (4821 Grand Avenue) 1. Aha Sushi Bistro - (5101 Washington Street) 1. 3.

Aha Sushi Bistro -- (5101 Washington Street) Asian Gourmet (1207 Skokie Highway) 2. Avalon Family Restaurant - (4821 Grand Avenue) 2. 4.

Avalon Family Restaurant (4821 Grand Avenue) Backyard Steak Pit - (1818-N. Grandwood Drive) 3. Asian Gourmet (1207 Skokie Highway) 3. 5.

Asian Gourmet (1207 Skokie Highway) Best Panda Chinese Restaurant - (4949 Grand Avenue) 4. Backyard Steak Pit - (1818 N.N. Grandwood Drive) 4. 6.

Backyard Steak - (1818 Grandwood Drive) Big Norm’s HotPit Dogs - (3540 Grand Avenue) 5. Best Panda Chinese Restaurant (4949 Grand Avenue) 5. 7.

Best Panda Chinese Restaurant (4949 Grand Bleu Jacmel Cafe - (1405 N. Hunt Club Road) Avenue) 6. Big Norm’s Hot Dogs - (3540 Grand Avenue) 6. 8.

Big Norm’s Hot Dogs - (3540 Grand Avenue) Street) Chan’s Chinese Restaurant - (5101 Washington 7. Bleu Jacmel Cafe (1405 N. Hunt Club Road) 7. 9.

Bleu JacmelRed Cafe - (1405 N. Grand Hunt Club Road) Cravings Hots - (5414 Avenue) 8. Chan’s Chinese Restaurant (5101 Washington El Burrito Bravo - (1810 N. DelanyWashington Road) Street) 8. 10.

Chan’s Chinese Restaurant - (5101 Street) 9. Cravings Red Hots (5414 Grand Avenue) 11.

Hayashi Japanese Restaurant (6641 Grand Avenue) 9. Cravings Red Hots - (5414 Grand Avenue) 10.10.

El Burrito Bravo - (1810 N.-N. Delany Road) 12.

Himalayan Restaurant (3747 Grand Avenue) El Burrito Bravo - (1810 Delany Road) 11.11.

Hayashi Japanese Restaurant (6641 Grand Avenue) 13.

IchibanJapanese JapaneseRestaurant Steakhouse -- (6641 (5340 Grand Avenue) Hayashi Grand Avenue) 12.12.

Himalayan Restaurant (3747 Grand Avenue) 14.

Jalisco Mexican Restaurant (4949 Grand Avenue) Himalayan Restaurant - (3747 Grand Avenue) 13.13.

Ichiban Steakhouse Grand Avenue) 15.

Joe’sJapanese Pizzeria ofSteakhouse Gurnee - (5340 (401 Riverside Drive) Ichiban Japanese - (5340 Grand Avenue) 14.14.

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Salutos Pizza & Pasta (7010 Grand Avenue) Salutos Pizza & Pasta (7010 Grand Avenue) 25. Stevens Restaurant - (401 Riverside Drive) 24.24.

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eyLime Cove Waterpark Resort, located at 1700 Nations Dr., is an island-inspired family vacation destination less than an hour’s drive from Chicago and Milwaukee. Open year-round since 2008, the resort features 414 suites and staterooms and offers a complete family vacation without ever leaving the property.

Created to be an American coastal experience just a short drive from home, the resort’s entertainment and amenities include a 65,000-square-foot, 84-degree tropical-themed water park, 8,000-square-foot arcade, multiple restaurants including D.W. Anderson’s Eatery and Ice Cream Parlor and The Crazy Toucan Margarita Grille, Paradise

WATERPARK FACTS  Lazy River is 560 feet long and winds throughout the park.  Tube slides are 45 feet high and 450 feet long.  Hurricane Vortex is 45 feet high and 140 feet long.  Pineapple Splash Bucket is 10 feet tall and holds 250 gallons of water.  Maximum park capacity is 1,476 guests.

Mist Spa and 6,000 square feet of banquet and meeting space. An abundance of fun is found around every corner, including the uniquely themed Florida Keys-inspired interior, arts, crafts, interactive festivities, Duval Street shops, a trading post and street vendors.

New this summer will be an enhanced arcade area and glow-in-the-dark mini golf.

Free weekend behind-the-scenes tours of the pump room and the massive water park, which uses award-winning Ozone technology to keep the park’s 420,120 gallons of water crystal clean, are available.

For information and reservations call (877) 360-0403 or visit www.keylimecove.com.

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SPLASH-TACULAR GETAWAY! IIf your family is craving a tropical vacation, we have an easy solution. Float the day away in our Lost Paradise Indoor Waterpark.

Enjoy our kid-friendly restaurants, huge redemption arcade and daily schedule of “fun-tivities.” Visit the kids spa or book a service at our adult day spa.

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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

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** • Swim Lessons* • Martial Arts*

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here’s no doubt you can shop until you literally drop in Gurnee. The Village of Gurnee is a small business epicenter and shopping mecca.

Home to the largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in Illinois and boasting more than 200 stores, Gurnee Mills, acknowledged as the ninth most-visited mall in the country, has been a prime shopping destination since first opening its doors in 1991. It also has the distinction of being the largest producer of sales tax revenue for the Village of Gurnee.

Located at the intersection of Interstate

94 and Grand Avenue (Route 132), just 40 minutes from both downtown Chicago and Milwaukee, the mall attracts thousands of shoppers each day from nearby communities, bus trips and small group destination shoppers who stay in local hotels and visit the mall for several consecutive days.

But, Gurnee Mills isn’t the only destination for shoppers seeking everything from clothing and home goods to cars, electronics, furniture, appliances, accessories, and more. From small, cozy boutiques to big-box retailers, destination shopping and dining are key to commerce in Gurnee.

Sometimes the best treasure is the easiest to find.

With over 100 discerning dealers offe of ring high quality collectibl ti es, jewelry, tibl home accents, furniture and more from the 18th century through ug the 1970s, the ugh Gurnee Antique Market has plenty of treasure for you to discover, close to home.

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JOIN US AUGUST 11-14, 2016 FOR GURNEE DAYS

This family friendly summer festival runs Thursday through Sunday and features activities for all ages including: • • • • • •

Popular live bands each night Beer garden Amusement rides and games Amazing fireworks display Saturday night Sunday parade with floats, bands and more Honoree Testimonial Dinner

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Exhibits and local food vendors 10K race and run run/walk Gurnee Idol Ribfest and rib eating contest Scoop the Loop car show And MORE!

Like Gurnee Days on Facebook for ongoing updates.

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DISTRICT 121 CELEBRATES 100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

istory of Warren Township High School: The first schoolhouse was erected in 1838.

A second school was constructed in 1840. The school was later relocated a quarter-mile down the road. Other elementary schools were soon built. A combined school at Gurnee Grade School was built in 1908, which housed both the high school and grade school. The high school district organized in 1915 and was established formally in 1917.

The first high school building was erected at a cost of $112,000 in the spring of 1918 on O’Plaine Road, at that time known as High School Road. The first graduating class in the spring of 1918 graduated from the school building that was under construction. WTHS opened on its present site of O’Plaine Road in the fall of 1918 with an enrollment of 64 students and seven teachers.

Additions to this structure were made in 1926, 1951, 1956, 1960, 1968 and 1974. This building was destroyed by a major fire on Dec. 20, 1984, just prior to the winter break. At that point in time, all students and staff moved to the Lake Forest High School West Campus. From January 1985 until June 1987, the Lake Forest Campus was the educational facility for all WTHS students. After the fire, facility construction began in May 1986 and was completed in August 1987. Students and staff returned to the O’Plaine Campus in Gurnee for the first time since December 1984.

Due to an enrollment growth, a second school facility was constructed on Almond Road. The 1997-98 school year was the first time that WTHS operated an educational program using two buildings. The 9th and 10th grade students are primarily housed in the building on O’Plaine Road (O’Plaine Campus), while the 11th and 12th grade students primarily attend the Almond Road (Almond Campus) building.

Both campuses saw more building expansions and improvements in 2004, 2008 and 2012. In 2009, Warren’s enrollment made it the largest high school in Lake County.

A Transportation Center, located on Swanson Court in Gurnee, was constructed for bus and van services in 2013 and is currently sharing services with Gurnee School District 56. Warren’s Transi-

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tion Program opened at Gurnee Mills in 2015, which is a premiere special education post-high school program for special needs students ages 19-22 years old.

Warren Today: Warren Township High School District #121 (WTHS) covers over 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.

WTHS continues to be an award-winning district. These awards have included a “Those Who Excel” recognition from the Illinois State Board of Education and a national “Blue Ribbon School” recognition from the U.S. Department of Education. For the past six consecutive years, Warren has been named as one of the best high schools in America by the Washington Post. This school year, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission named 192 students as Illinois State Scholars and 17 students received recognition and scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Program.

Warren is proud to deliver a comprehensive and diverse academic program with over 250 courses that meets the needs of its 4,200 students. Warren is dedicated to providing the highest quality curriculum, classroom instruction and extracurricular activities for its students. From the 25 Advanced Placement courses, 35 honors courses, and the school’s 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 the school’s effective and talented faculty and staff is demonstrated by their outstanding instruction, support and services provided to students daily. WTHS 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 and to celebrate 100 Years of Excellence.

THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR MARKS THE CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF WARREN TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL 100 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE If you would like to stay connected and informed of celebration events, please click the links and send us some general information.  Alumni & Friends Update Form: http://goo.gl/forms/B8WpqhMzIw  Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WTHS100/  Centennial Twitter: https://twitter.com/wths100  Centennial Web Page: http://www.WTHS100.org

As celebration event details are planned for next year, up-to-date information will appear on the district’s webpage as well as communicated through Facebook and Twitter.

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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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DeVry is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org. To report unresolved complaints to the Illinois Board of Higher Education, visit their webpage at http://complaints.ibhe.org/ or by mail to the Illinois Board of Higher Education, 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701-1377. Program availability varies by location. ©2016 DeVry Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved.

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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

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provide a safe, nurturing and innovative learning environment.

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

GURNEE ELEMENTARY DISTRICT 56

WOODLAND ELEMENTARY DISTRICT 50

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

Woodland Primary School 17366 W. Gages Lake Rd. Gages Lake, IL 60030 (847) 984-8700

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

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

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

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Woodland Middle School 7000 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-3400 WARREN TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 121 O’Plaine Campus 500 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-1400 Almond Road Campus 34090 Almond Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-1400

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Clubs & ORGANIZATIONS AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – LAKE COUNTY (847) 317-0025 www.Cancer.org AMERICAN LEGION – RON CARLSON (847) 623-1615 BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA – HIGHLAND PARK (847) 433-1813 CATHOLIC CHARITIES (847) 782-4000 CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF GURNEE 5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 782-1800 www.chabadofgurnee.com THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF GURNEE www.exchangeclubofgurnee.org GIRL SCOUTS – VERNON HILLS (224) 207-9246 GURNEE WOMEN’S BUSINESS ASSOCIATION Gwba.information@gmail.com GURNEE DISTRICT – #56 PTO (847) 622-2527 GURNEE M.O.M.S. momsclubofgurnee@yahoo.com GURNEE YOUTH BASEBALL (847) 244-8871 Gurneeyouthbaseball.org

WARREN TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY (847) 263-9540 ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE (312) 814-3000 ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGING & ELDERLY (800) 252-8966 ILLINOIS DCFS (312) 814-6800 JOB CENTER OF LAKE COUNTY (847) 377-3450 JUNIOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/ GURNEE “JAYCEES” (847) 826-8182 LAKE COUNTY ART LEAGUE (847) 367-5308 www.lcal.com LAKE COUNTY FAIR (847) 680-7200

LIONS CLUB (847) 244-1101 NICASA (847) 244-4434 ROTARY CLUB OF GURNEE www.GurneeRotary.com STATE OF ILLINOIS (217)782-0244 STATE OF ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE (800) 252-8980 SENIOR SERVICES/WARREN TOWNSHIP (847) 244-1101 www.WarrenTownship.net WARREN SPORTS BOOSTER (847) 599-4406 WARREN TOWNSHIP YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES (847) 244-1101 www.WarrenTownship.net

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE (847) 367-6640

WARREN TOWNSHIP YOUTH SPORTS (847) 336-8606 www.WarrenTownship.net

LAKE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (847) 377-8000

WOODLAND DISTRICT 50 PTA (847) 336-7851 www.Dist50.net

LIFESOURCE (847) 360-1688

ZACHARIAS SEXUAL ABUSE CENTER (847) 244-1187

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n apple a day may keep the doctor away, but when more specialized care is needed, Gurnee has it all.

From top-tier medical care targeting even the most complex disease to primary care, specialty care, prevention, and wellness, Gurnee boasts a wide variety of health care options and opportunities to promote health and well-being.

Vista Health System has been serving the people of Lake County since 1891, and today remains fully committed to delivering exceptional care to the Gurnee community.

Vista has more than 400 physicians on staff with primary care physicians, specialists and surgeons who cover the full range of medical care.

The staff includes the growing Vista Physician Group of about 40 primary care providers and specialists.

Vista is an accredited Center of Excellence in a wide range of health care services: chest pain, cancer, breast cancer, stroke, bariatric surgery, orthopedic hip and joint replacement, sleep medicine, inpatient diseases and inpatient rehabilitation.

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Houses of WORSHIP VILLAGE CHURCH OF GURNEE 1319 N. Hunt Club Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-6606  www.vcgurnee.org

EPICENTER CHURCH 5410 Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL. 60031 (847) 662-2335  www.epicenter.com

BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH 5110 Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-9647  www.bethellutherangurnee.org

LIFE CHURCH 4207 Grove Ave.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-3000  www.welcometolife.net

GURNEE COMMUNITY CHURCH 4555 Old Grand Ave.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-2392  www.gcchome.org

HARVEST BIBLE CHAPEL 5101 Washington St.  Gurnee, IL 60031  (847) 775-0333

ANNUNCIATION OF OUR LADY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 5725 Stearns School Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-3730  www.annunciationgurnee.org ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE 6401 Gages Lake Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 918-0600  http://stpaultheapostle.net FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6080 Gages Lake Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 247-8568  http://disciplesgurnee.org IMMANUEL CHURCH 2300 Dilleys Rd.  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-4800  www.immanuelhome.org

HOUSE OF PRAYER CHURCH 101 Ambrogio Dr., Unit N  Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 302-5369  www.houseofprayergurnee.org THE UNIVERSAL CHURCH 3663 Route 132  Gurnee, IL 60031  (847) 336-1082 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

SERVING OUR COMMUNITIES SINCE 1962 • Window/Thermopane Repair • Screen Repair • Complete Sharpening Service • Rental Department • Propane Fill & Exchange • Power Tool Repair • Key Cutting-including Transponder Keys WE SERVICE THE POWER EQUIPMENT THAT WE SELL AND MORE!

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Fastlane Lube Masters.............................................Auto Parts/Repairs First American Bank..................................................................Banking

Accuvision......................................................................... Optometrists Ace Hardware of Gurnee............................................. Hardware Retail

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GameStop #4312..........................................................................Retail

American Cancer Society......................................... Cancer Prevention

Gillespie Ford.................................................................... Automobiles

American Legion Post 771..........................Civic/Clubs/Organizations

Great Lakes Credit Union................................................Credit Unions

Ameriprise Financial J. Dunk................ Financial Services/Investments

Greenleaf Orthopedic........................................... Orthopedic Doctors

Anthony Auto Group........................................................ Automobiles

Gurnee Community Bank.........................................................Banking

Assured Healthcare Staffing...............................................Health Care

Gurnee Meadows................................................................ Senior Care

Auto Parts City.........................................................Auto Parts/Repairs

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

Autumn Leaves.................................................................... Senior Care

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

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B.E. Enterprise........................................................................... Towing

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Back-2-Health..................................................................... Chiropractic

BMO Harris Bank.......................................................................Banking

Balmes Flowers of Gurnee........................................................ Florists

HeatherRidge Umbrella Association..........................Community/Golf

Battery Giant.............................................................. Battery Specialist

Honey Baked Ham.................................................... Restaurants/Food

Biglow & Company................................................................ Insurance

Honey Orthodontics........................................................ Orthodontics

Bittersweet Golf Club........................................................ Golf Course

Thomas B. Hood, Attorney................................................... Attorneys

Bubblefast, LLC..................................................................... Packaging

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Catholic Charities.....................................................................Charities

The Insurancenter – Stolarick................................................ Insurance

Central Bark Doggy Day Care.................................................Pet Care

Iskalis American Floor Show........................................Carpet/Flooring

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

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Computer Systems Institute.......................... Schools/Learning Center

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DeVry Education Group............................................. Colleges/Schools Dr. Howard Cooper Excellence in Dentestry..........................Dentists Dunkin Donuts........................................................... Restaurants/Food

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Scott Lawrence Photography...........................................Photography SerPro.................................................................. Clean Up/Restoration

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Nest Builder Financial Advisors........... Financial Services/Investments

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

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Rink Side..........................................................................Entertainment

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Dr. Bradley C. Rule, DDS..........................................................Dentists

West’s Insurance Agency....................................................... Insurance

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Members by CATEGORY Architects

Banking

Cancer Prevention

Kluber, Inc. Michael Kluber 4212 Old Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (630) 406-1213 www.kluberinc.com

First American Bank Teri Peterson 7005 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 403-8452  Fax: (847) 403-8460 www.firstambank.com

American Cancer Society Kristina Eddy 100 Tri-State Pkwy., Ste. 125 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 317-0025 www.cancer.org

Attorneys Thomas B. Hood, Attorney Thomas Hood 501 N. Rte. 21 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-6633  Fax: (847) 244-8409 hoodtom@aol.com Law Office of Erin Cartwright Erin Cartwright 5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 662-1366 • Fax: (847) 855-8497 www.cartwrightfamilylaw.com

Auto Parts/Repairs Auto Parts City Larry Brosten 3535 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-3535 www.apcity.com

First Midwest Bank Lisa Morita 300 N. Huntclub Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 739-3872  Fax: (847) 739-3875 www.firstmidwest.com Gurnee Community Bank Michael Deney 675 N. Delany Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 625-3800 www.gurneebank.com Harris Bank 6547 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-3180 www.bmoharris.com

Beverage Distributors

Automobiles Anthony Auto Group Tony Augelli 7225 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-3000  Fax: (847) 856-3021 www.anthonygurnee.com Gillespie Ford Jim Lojas 18834 W. Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-9500 www.gillespieautogroup.com

Kloss Distributing Company, Inc. Tom Kloss 1333 Northwestern Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-5610  Fax: (847) 336-9098 www.klossdistributing.com

Twice As Nice Mother & Child Ann Marie Mathis Grove Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 637-1644  Fax: (224) 944-0461 www.twiceasnicemc.org

Chiropractic Back-2-Health Beth Harris 135 N. Greenleaf St., #126 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 782-9280  Fax: (847) 782-9285 chiro@back2healthinc.com Clark Family Chiropratic Nathan Clark 1475 N. Dilleys Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-8600  Fax: (847) 244-8602 www.clarkfamilychiro.net

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Marcus Cinema Moriah Zickovich 6144 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-9940  Fax: (847) 855-9945 gurnee@marcustheaters.com

Battery Giant Jarrod Fielder 5338 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 672-9512 jfielder@batterygiant.com

Builders/Remodel C&E Builders-Ridgeway Advis Eric McLlauham 5455 Grand Ave., Ste. 302 Gurnee, IL 60031 (608) 563-2371  Fax: (608) 563-2370 www.cehomebuilders.com

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Catholic Charities Dennis Timco 671 S. Lewis Ave. Waukegan, Il 60085 (847) 782-4123 www.catholiccharities.net

Northside Community Bank Nick Phillips 5103 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-5100  Fax: (847) 244-5157 www.nscombank.com

McClures Garage Joyce Fallos 4409 Old Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-1050 mclr@comcast.net

Iskalis American Floor Show John Iskalis 4437 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-7900  Fax: (847) 249-9122 www.floorstoregurneeillinois.com

Charities

NorStates Bank Colleen Zawaski 5384 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-9754  Fax: (847) 244-7853 colleen.zawaski@norstates.com

Fastlane Lube Masters Morris Clement 6280 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-0002 www.fastlanelsv.com

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Credit Unions

Entertainment

American Legion Post 771 Ron Carlson 749 Milwaukee Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-1615 www.gurneeamericanlegion.org

Community Trust Credit Union Carol Analla 1313 Skokie Hwy. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-2050  Fax: (847) 662-1451 www.ctcu.org

Jump America Bob Geldermann 880 Lakeside Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 325-5867 www.jumpamerica.com

Knights of Columbus www.divinemercy1112.com

Consumers Credit Union Maria Contreas 4946 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 275-2228  Fax: (847) 265-5828 www.myconsumers.org

People’s Choice Family Fun John Sarantakis 2411 Grand Ave. Waukegan, IL 60085 (847) 336-5700  Fax: (847) 360-8287 www.funwithrockey.com

Great Lakes Credit Union Erica Carrillo 7275 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 887-8751 www.glcu.org

Rink Side Tina Freeman 6152 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-1064  Fax: (847) 856-1069 www.rink-side.com

Dentists

Entertainment / Amusement

Dr. Howard Cooper Excellence in Dentestry Dr. Howard Cooper 5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-4000 www.gurneedds.com

Six Flags Great America Pam Sisson 542 N. Rte. 21 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 625-7512 www.sixflags.com

Clean Up/Restoration SerPro Ralph Rodriguez 191 Ambrogio Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 557-1080  Fax: (847) 984-7633 www.servprolibertyville.com

Colleges/Schools Columbia College – Lake County Lyndon Russell 1225 Tri-State Pkwy., Ste. 560 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-6333 www.ccis.edu/lakecounty DeVry Education Group Lewis Zanon 1075 Tri-State Pkwy., Ste. 800 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-2649 www.devry.edu/universities/illinois/ gurnee Northeastern Illinois University Tom Bisogni 5500 N. St. Louis Ave. Chicago, IL 60625 (773) 442-4022  Fax: (773) 442-4066 www.neiu.edu

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HeatherRidge Umbrella Association Al Villasenor 5864 Manchester Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 816-9300  Fax: (847) 816-9312 www.heatherridge.com

CPA Palecek, Ltd. Greg Palecek 4223 Grove Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-3200  Fax: (847) 244-3361

Lake County Smile Doctors Brian Danielewicz 4343 Old Grand Ave., #107 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 672-8485 www.lakecountysmiledoctors.com Dr. Bradley C. Rule, DDS Bradley Rule 6475 Washington St., Ste. 101 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 662-7717 • Fax: (847) 662-7790 www.ruledds.com

Electrical Contractor Fore See Electric Craig Leafblad 4331 Birch Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-2907  Fax: (847) 244-9781 4cr.electric@gmail.com

Employment Staffing UniStaff, Inc. John Matre 810 S. Lake St. Mundelein, IL 60060 (708) 344-4114  Fax: (708) 344-4189 www.unistaffjobs.com

Financial Services/Investments Ameriprise Financial J. Dunk Jack M. Dunk 5101 Washington St., Ste. 2B Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-8400  Fax: (847) 244-3377 john.m.dunk@ampf.com Nest Builder Financial Advisors Mary Erl 1800 Nations Dr., Ste. 117 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-4483 mary@nestbuilderfinancial.com

Florists Balmes Flowers of Gurnee Laura Sherrick 4949 Grand Ave., Ste. 7B Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-4644  Fax: (847) 249-4584 www.balmesflowersgurnee.com

Funeral Homes Marsh Funeral Home Christopher Mayer 305 N. Cemetery Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-0127  Fax: (847) 336-5445 www.dignitymemorial.com/marsh

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Vista Medical Center 222 S. Greenleaf St., Ste. 105 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-0400 www.vistahealth.com

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

Vista Medical Center 60 S. Greenleaf St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-1647 www.vistahealth.com

Government Gurnee Park District Jennifer Gilbert 4374 Old Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-5498  Fax: (847) 623-8121 www.gurneeparkdistrict.com The Village of Gurnee Ellen Dean 325 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-7500  Fax: (847) 623-9475 www.villageofgurnee.com Warren Township Suzanne Simpson 17801 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-1101 www.warrentownship.net

Gymnastics Ultimate Gymnastics Nancy Northrip 1018 Tri-State Pkwy.

Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8573 www.ultimategymnasticinfo.com

Hardware Retail Ace Hardware of Gurnee John Skrzypinski 4806 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-0101  Fax: (847) 336-7982 www.acehardware.com

Health Care Assured Healthcare Staffing Jim Hammerlund 495 N. Riverside Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 775-7445  Fax: (847) 775-7446 www.assuredhealthcare.com MRI Institute – Vista Health Barbra Martin 95 N. Greenleaf St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-4000 www.vistahealth.com

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Accuvision Dr. Doherty 5101 Washington St., Ste. 19 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-2020  Fax: (847) 855-8681 www.accuvision.com My Eye Expert Drs. Gandolfi & Swafford 1475 N. Dilleys Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-3939  Fax: (847) 855-8821 myeyedocgurnee@yahoo.com

Hotel/Water Park Keylime Cove Kaitlyn Bennett 1700 Nations Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-0403 www.keylimecove.com

Organizations

Insurance Biglow & Company Bill West 11 Nippersink Blvd.

Fox Lake, IL 60020 (847) 587-2155  Fax: (847) 587-2142 bill@biglowins.com The Insurancenter – Stolarick Dan Stolarick 4673 Old Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-1300  Fax: (847) 336-1302 www.stolarickins.com West’s Insurance Agency Brent Jones 1225 Tri-State Pkwy.

Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-0456  Fax: (847) 623-5600 www.westinsurance.com

Library Warren Newport Public Library Lauren Chilvers 224 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee, IL 60331 (847) 244-5150  Fax: (847) 244-5323 www.wnpl.info

Manufacturing KHM Plastics Dan Kloczkowski 4090 Ryan Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-4910  Fax: (847) 249-4976 www.khmplastics.com

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Gurnee Womens Business Assn.

Agnes Roach 325 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 356-0575 www.gwba.information.com

Orthodontics Honey Orthodontics Dr. Oana Honey 6071 Washington St., Ste. 1 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-0155  Fax: (847) 244-5523 smiles@honeyorthodontics.com

Orthopedic Doctors Greenleaf Orthopedic 105 N. Greenleaf St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-3090  Fax: (847) 623-9620 www.greenleafortho.com

Packaging Bubblefast, LLC Mark LeVine 101 Ambrogio Dr., Unit K Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-9911  Fax: (847) 263-7865 www.bubblefast.com

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Packaging/Shipping The Shipping Point Jim LoMonaco 5150 Grand Ave., Ste. 14 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-6000  Fax: (847) 336-6497 www.gurneeshipping.com

Paint PPG Paints Jack Kirkland 3590 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-2355  Fax: (847) 336-2532 paf8241@ppg.com

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Members by CATEGORY Pet Care Central Bark Doggy day Care Layne Pollard 3880 Grove Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 672-6188  Fax: (224) 610-0570 www.centralbarkusa.com

Photography Scott Lawrence Photography Scott Lawrence 14047 Petronella Dr., #106 Libertyville, IL 60048 (312) 488-9787 www.scottlawrencephoto.com

Quality Catering for Kids Eleazar Arellano 4005 Porett Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 356-7513 eleazar@qcforkids.com

Real Estate

The Shanty Dimitri Killianis 38985 N. U.S. Hwy. 41 Wadsworth, IL 60083 (847) 336-0262 www.theshantyrestuarant.com

Century 21 Affiliated Gurnee Alex Attiah 5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 548-5610  Fax: (847) 548-8670 aattiah@c21affiliated.com

Steven’s Steakhouse Brad Lehner 401 N. Riverside Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 599-8533  ax: (847) 599-8536 www.stevensofgurnee.com

KR Home Listings Karin Robison 1133 S. Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville, IL 60048 (847) 665-9590  Fax: (781) 547-0363 karin@krhomelistings.com

Suzy’s Swirl Sue Tierno 6310 Grand Ave., Ste. 343 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-9987 www.suzysswirl.com

Restaurants/Food

Taco’s El Norte Brian Greene 401 N. Riverside Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 623-3034  Fax: (847) 623-3041 www.tacoselnorte.com/gurnee

Chocolate Sanctuary Donna Collazo 5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 944-0808  Fax: (224) 944-0435 www.thechocolatesanctuary.com Dunkin Donuts Kavim Khoja 5414 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 244-9200 www.dunkindonuts.com/gurnee

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MOMCORN Sergio Rivera 5101 Washington St. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 610-0407 sergiorivera@momcorn.com

Retail

Honey Baked Ham Jillian Marhoefer 4949 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 775-1616  Fax: (847) 775-1614 hbhgurnee@tds,net Jimano’s Pizzeria 7010 W. Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8696 jimanosonline@yahoo.com Joe’s Pizzeria Johnathan Kress 401 Rte. 21, #20 Gurnee, IL 60031 (224) 214-3134

UNO Pizzeria Kim Preston 6593 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-0000  Fax: (847) 856-0219 www.768unos.com

GameStop #4312 6170 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-1540 www.gamestop.com/gurnee Pink Skate, LLC Terri Ewert 3509 Wembley Dr. Zion, IL 60099 (847) 446-8226 www.pinkskate.com

Sleepy’s Rick Kingsbury 6615 Grand Ave., Ste. E Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-4620 www.sleepys.com/gurnee

Salons/Spas Adore Salon & Spa Lora Zulek 34491 Old Walnut Cir. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 543-8200 www.adoresalonandspa.com AMA Med Spa Lisa Gulcher 6543 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 377-6300 info@amamedspa.com Octogon Salon Janelle Nagy 1333 N. Delany Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 360-9880 www.octogonsalon.com Salon Bliss Lisa Ruley 7075 Grand Ave., Ste. 3C Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-4554 www.salonblissgurnee.com

School of Language La Gabri-Elle Nancy Gabriele 223 N. Rte. 21, Ste. 6 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 219-3678 nancy@lagabri-elle.com

Schools / Learning Center Computer Systems Institute Simon Borodansky 5330 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 263-4258 www.csinow.edu Huntington Learning Center Deanne Dalgard 1832 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 (847) 625-4050  Fax: (847) 625-4052 www.grayslake.huntingtonhelp.com

Sam’s Club Bettie 6570 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-1130 www.samsclub.com/8184

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Members by CATEGORY Security Systems

Shopping

Towing

Tech Systems, Inc. Joe Hiett 4606 Old Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 336-9700  Fax: (847) 336-1227 www.securityalarmservicegurneeil.com

Gurnee Mills Margaret Cushman 6710 W. Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 263-2414  Fax: (847) 263-2423 www.simon.com/gurneemills

B.E. Enterprise B. Fallos 5250 Grand Ave., Ste. 14 Gurnee, IL 60031

Senior Care

Signs / Lettering / Banners

Autumn Leaves Jerri Beers 505 N. Hunt Club Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 855-1380 www.autumnleaves/gurnee

Fast Signs Glenn Holmes 4949 Grand Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 276-5953  Fax: (847) 336-8655 www.fastsigns.com/349gurnee-il

Gurnee Meadows Amy Rennis 1400 Pauly Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 263-0030  Fax: (847) 263-0170 www.gurneemeadows.com

Signs Now Dennis DuBois 1379 St. Paul Ave. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 249-7445  Fax: (847) 249-7451 www.signsnow.com/gurnee

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt.

Kimberly Dilg 500 N. Hunt Club Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8100  Fax: (847) 856-8188 www.sunriseseniorliving.com/gurnee

Speedpro Imaging Maureen Kmieciak 1350 Tri-State Pkwy., Ste. 116 Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 856-8220  Fax: (847) 856-8235 www.speedprolakecounty.com

Urgent Care Immediate Medical Management 724 N. Greenbay Rd. Waukegan, IL 60085 (847) 901-8400 www.prompturgentcare.net

Website Design & Media 3D Rex & AniRex Studios Phillip Eirich 560 Mitchell Dr. Grayslake, IL 60030 (847) 548-4700  Fax: (847) 745-0319 info@anirex.com Adept Plus Media Design Peter Ruchti 543 Old Walnut Cir. Gurnee, IL 60031 (847) 665-3339 www.adeptplus.com

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Ace Hardware ........................................................ 34

Keller Graduate School of Management ............... 10

AMA Med Spa – Lisa Gulcher, M.D. ......................... 2

KeyLime Cove ....................................................... 24

American Legion Post 771 ..................................... 13

KHM Plastics ......................................................... 11

Ameriprise Financial, Inc. ......................................... 3

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

Balmes Flowers ...................................................... 15

Lake County Visitors Bureau ................................. 20

Century 21 Affiliated ............................................. 34 Community Trust Credit Union .............................. 30 Devry University .................................................... 29 Excellence in Dentistry .................................... 43, 44 Fast Signs ................................................................ 6 FitNation ............................................................... 25 Fore See Electric, Inc. ............................................ 17 Gurnee Antique Market ........................................ 26

Legions of Craft Beer Festival ................................. 7 Marsh Funeral Home ............................................. 24 NestBuilder Financial Advisors, Ltd. ..................... 32 NorStates Bank ..................................................... 25 North Shore Trust and Savings .............................. 16 Northside Community Bank .................................. 14 PPG Paints ............................................................... 7

Gurnee Community Bank ....................................... 19

Bradley C. Rule, DDS, P.C. ..................................... 32

Gurnee Days .......................................................... 27

The Shanty ............................................................. 13

Gurnee Meadows .................................................. 32

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

Gurnee Salata Funeral Home ................................. 15

Steven’s ................................................................... 5

Joe’s Pizzeria of Gurnee .......................................... 9

Village of Gurnee ............................................ 22, 23

Kaiser’s .................................................................. 34

Vista Health System .............................................. 33

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