AUGUST 2019
Exploring Life in the Fox
Naperville’s Last Fling Aug 30 – Sept 2
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dining + cuisine 4 Savory Chickpea Masala
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– Sara Snelling, All on the Table
3 Simple Steps for a Sensational School Start – Ann Marie Guenther, That Girl Organizes
6 Cyclone Cocktail Recipe
– Javier Villaneuva, Wildflower Squad
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CBD Is Everywhere, And Now It’s In “Haircare” – Ami Christianson, One Salon And Bridal Company
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12 Festival Of The Vine
Back To School Tips For Busy Moms – Vanessa Kapus, Aquaduct Plumbing Services
14 Inaugural Naperville Food Truck Festival
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feature Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling
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16 Family Fun Day with Elgin History Museum 18 Elburn Days Festival
arts + entertainment Arts and Entertainment Around The Fox Valley
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20 Montgomery Fest 24 Naper Settlement Events and Programs 26 Geneva Park District Events and Programs
business If You Thought Website Accessibility Was Only For Your Customers, Think Again!
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28 Park Palooza Provides One Last Hoorah to Celebrate Summer
– Bil Boznos, Boznos Law Office
30 Peck Farm Park’s New “Pop-Up” Programs 32 South Elgin’s Riverfest
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Snapshots of what’s going on around The Fox
34 Geneva Concours d’Elegance 36 North Central College August Events 38 Maple Park Fun Fest 40 Geneva Community Chest 16th Annual Golf Outing Editor/ Advertising- Kevin Ketchum
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Sara is a nutrition consultant and culinary educator with a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics. She has had a lifelong passion for culinary art, nutrition and the holistic sensory experience of food. Her expertise in the field of dietetics and nutrition includes extensive education, training and experience in culinary, agricultural, clinical and community applications. This broad and deep acumen provides the foundation for her practice. Her professional mission is to enable sustainable change in dietary lifestyle habits as a means to affect and improve physical and emotional well-being. She finds joy in exploring the wholly sensory experience of food.
Savory Chickpea Masala BY SARA SNELLING OF ALL ON THE TABLE
Easy One-Pan Meal! I tried for years to make a masala or curry dish that rivaled the local restaurant I frequent but it seems as though the answer was simply- ‘keep it simple’. This recipe is easy, accessible and totally satisfying. You can add chicken as well, or add cabbage, cashews, spinach etc and turn it into a Buddha Bowl! YUM!!
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What You Need • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 white onion 3 med zucchini 28 oz diced tomatoes in juice 28 oz tomato puree 3 15oz cans of chickpeas/garbanzo beans, thoroughly rinsed 3 TBSP minced garlic (I r=prefer fresh as it’s less sweet) 1/2 cup organic heavy whipping cream 1 tsp cayenne pepper (or a fresh, diced pepper of your choice) 1 tsp each: cumin, pepper, coriander 1 TBSP each: curry powder, turmeric salt to taste cilantro for garnish coconut oil
What You Do Sauté the onion in coconut oil about 2 minutes (and the fresh pepper, if you choose to use this instead of cayenne). Add zucchini and sauté until onion is until translucent/tender and zucchini is tender. Add tomatoes, puree, chickpeas and spices and simmer about 20 minutes on low. Stir in whipping cream to fully incorporate and enjoy! Bon Appetit!
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My passion for learning, teaching and history is undeniable, but I was struggling financially, so I began moonlighting as a bartender just to make ends meet, and unexpectedly fell madly in love with every aspect of the bar business. For my squad and I it is about so much more than making a great cocktail. It’s about memories, music, history and sharing those moments, ensuring you embrace the present, reflect on the past and securing a bright future.
Cyclone Cocktail Recipe
Javier is the President/Historian for The Wildflower Squad which is Bartending Service for Private Events as well as offering consulting for Bar owners who can be reached at 1-630-809-7692 or by email at bookus@wildflowersquad.com.
The Paloma was thought to be created sometime in the 50’s. However, some of the first sitings weren’t until the early 80’s in Guadalajara, Mexico, and went by the names, Fresca’s or Paloma’s. What we do know is, the Paloma is deliciously refreshing and consists of tequila grapefruit soda, lime and salt.
BY JAVIER VILLANEUVA, THE WILDFLOWER SQUAD Cyclone is a cocktail that balances and harmonizes two spirits, while paying homage to a cocktail, [Paloma] with a historically ominous beginning.
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1 oz (29.5 ml) Herradura Reposado .5 oz (15 ml) Agave .5 oz (15 ml) Grapefruit juice .5 oz ( 15 ml) Belvedere Vodka 3 eye drops of homemade oj bitters
Add all ingredients to your tin, add ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Fine strain over fresh ice and garnish with cilantro.
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Featured Dishes
Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. Brisket Quesadillas
Filled with Brisket that has been smoked all day, melted Chihuahua Cheese hand-made garlic aioli, sautéed sweet corn, onions and peppers. 1910 Geneva 30 W. State Street Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-845-9100
Maine Lobster Rolls
All you care to enjoy Maine lobster rolls every Friday in August at Catch 35! “Our Signature,” minced celery, easy mayo, Old Bay - served with French fries, coleslaw, cheddar & chive biscuits. Catch 35 Naperville 35 S Washington St. Naperville, IL 60540 1-630-717-3500
Salted Caramel Crème Brûlé
Fresh berries and flaky sea salt. Pairs with our Cooper’s Hawk Lux Ice Wine. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant 3710 E Main St. St Charles, IL 60174 1-630-940-1000
The Blacklist
“Have you seen our new drink menu yet? This is the Blacklist: Makers Mark, Benedictine, sweet vermouth, orange bitters and a Luxardo cherry. Goes great with our Friday fish fry.”
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Elgin Public House 219 E Chicago Street Elgin, IL 60120 1-847-468-8810
Lobster Ravioli
Decadent lobster ravioli coated with lobster cream sauce, lightened with heirloom tomato relish and paired with crunch garlic crostini. Harvest Restaurant at Pheasant Run Resort 4051 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-584-6300
Watermelon + Feta Salad
Arugula | watermelon | tomato | cucumber | radish | feta | balsamic basil vinaigrette. GIA MIA 3 N. 3rd Street, Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-405-5544
STC SMASH Available every day during each meal period. the options offered change with seasons.
This is a whiskey cocktail with lemon, fresh mint and ginger beer. Come try one of our summer cocktails today on one of our two patios! Arrivederci!�
Craft Urban 211 James St. Geneva, IL 60134 1-331-248-8161
La ZaZa Trattoria 5 S. 1st Street St. Charles IL 60174 1-630-443-9304
Seasonal Hand Packed Craft Sundaes
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Hoison Pork Chops
2 - 7oz marinated chops | whipped potatoes | asparagus. Livia Italian Eatery 207 S. 3rd Street Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-402-6444
Carmelized Parisenne Gnocchi
Roasted porcini mushrooms, fava beans, wilted spinach, red wine pickled pearl onions, garlicky lemon cream, pine nut aillade. Niche 14 S 3rd St Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-262-1000
Corned Beef & Cabbage Rolls
Miso Glazed Chilean Seabass
McNally’s Irish Pub 109 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-513-6300
ROX City Grill 100 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-845-5800
Potatoes, mozzarella and provolone served with a thousand island dip.
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Jasmine rice, baby bok choy, pickled onions, crushed peanuts.
Torta Al Pastor
Tender marinated pork chunks cooked traditionally along onions and pineapple and made into a sandwich with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream and our spicy chipotle and avocado aioli. Salsa Verde 1850 Lincoln Hwy St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-444-0673 (Also has locations in Batavia, Oswego and Yorkville)
Mountain Kingdoms of Nepal
Minced chicken mixed with our own Nepalese spices and herbs stuffed in a thin flour wrap, steamed and served with Nepalese Chutney Taste of The Himalayas 110 N. 3rd Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-444-1575
The Knockout Martini
Our Signature Martini: SVEDKA Clementine Vodka Infused with Fresh Golden Pineapple Sullivan’s Steakhouse 244 S Main Street Naperville, IL 60540 1-630-305-0230
Grilled Salmon Crunchy Basil
Grilled Salmon fillet topped with mild sweet chili, bell pepper and fried basil leaves. Served with jasmine rice. Vinothai 3825 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-443-8461
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Celebrate The Flavors Of Fall At Festival Of The Vine
Savor the flavor of Geneva during Festival of the Vine, our autumn harvest celebration. Initially a celebration of anything grown on a vine, the festival now revolves around food and wine. The event runs September 6-8 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fourth and State streets. Food and wine purchase times vary. The fine restaurants of Geneva chamber members will be showcased at the “Flavor Fare” along with a variety of wine for purchase. For 40 years, restaurants have set up under one huge tent offering three of their favorite signature items. Visitors purchase tickets and buy a “taste” at one of the featured restaurants in the tent. To accompany your food, unique wines from around the world will be available for purchase. Enjoy versatile local and Chicago-land musical and dance entertainers on the stage and on the lawn throughout the weekend.
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Other events during the festival include an arts and crafts show, merchant wine events, business booths, face painting for the kids, complimentary trolley and horse drawn carriage rides plus great shopping in Geneva’s historic downtown. A complete schedule of events and hours can be found at http://www.genevachamber. com/festival_of_vine.php
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Inaugural Naperville Food Truck Festival
Hey Foodies! We’re heading to Naper Settlement - the heart of downtown Naperville, to bring you the Inaugural Naperville Food Truck Festival. Featuring 25+ of the area’s best food trucks, live DJ entertainment, beer garden and a vendor village featuring local businesses. Plus enjoy hand-on science exploration stations by the DuPage Children’s Museum. This is a family friendly event where kids can enjoy the Naper Settlement playground and all can experience the historical grounds.
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Naper Settlement 523 South Webster Street Naperville, IL 60540
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The Happy Lobster Truck (Lobster Rolls) Grumpy Gaucho (Empanadas) Mother Wilma’s Marshmallow Factory (Adult S’Mores & Mallows) Pierogi Squad (Polish Cuisine) Nothing Bundt Cake (Bundtlet Cakes)
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• Coastline Catering Truck (Crab, Lobster & Seafood Cuisine) • Cheesie’s Truck (Gourmet Grilled Cheeses) • Da Pizza Dude (Italian Pizza) • Big Mama’s Kitchen (Soul Food) • Kona Ice (Shaved Ice Creations) • CheSa’s Gluten Free Food Truck (GF - Tacos, Bowls, Skewers) • Decadent Flavor (Mini Donuts, Desserts) • Wadda Jerk (Jamaican Jerk - Tacos, Nachos, Rolls, Fries) • Pink Taco Chicago (Mexican Cuisine) • The Fat Shallot (American Cuisine & Sandwiches) • Carnivale Food Truck (Global Cuisine with Latin American flair) • PIKO Street Kitchen (Baos, Buns, Tacos, Bowls) • Bricks on Wheels (Neapolitan Pizza) • Hicks BBQ (American BBQ) • Culinary Gangster (Gourmet American Fare) • Edens Garden (Bowls, Salads, Sandwiches & Wraps) • My Funnel (Funnel Cakes, Ice Cream & Deep Fried Creations) • Bon Vivant Food Truck (100% Natural Juices & Smoothies) • The Roaming Hog (Pork Centric Menu) • Cynthia’s Gumbo Express (Various Gumbos & Beignets)
Vendors • Ghost Owl Studio (Creative Design Apparel & Accessories) • Ghoul Jerk Art (Prints & T’s) • Top Golf • Tutor Doctor Naperville (Home Tutoring Service) • ChiroOne (Health) • British Swim School DuPage-Kane
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Gindo’s Spice of Life (Hot Sauces) PrimeMyBody (Hemp Oils) Orangetheory Fitness Chicago Knocker Ball
(All participants are subject to change) Want first dibs at your favorite food trucks? We are offering an Early Eater Ticket ($10 online or $15 at the door). Join us from 11am-12pm for exclusive access to the trucks before the general admission session begins @ noon. General Admission into the #NFTF will be $5 online and $10 at the door. Kids 10 & under are free with a paying adult. Eat for a great cause! A portion of the proceeds from the #NFTF will benefit the DuPage Children’s Museum and their mission to ignite the potential of all children to learn through handson exploration by integrating art, math, and science. This event is outdoors with large grassy areas for guest seating. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Some on-site seating will be available. NO PETS. NO SMOKING. NO OUTSIDE FOOD & BEVERAGE.
Additional Information:
• Ample free parking will be available! (Nearby parking decks, lots & street parking) • Food & drink is sold separately from admission • Cash & Credit is accepted at the gate and by most vendors For Tickets Click Here FoxValleyMagazine.com
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Family Fun Day with Elgin History Museum!
Trolley ride and a picnic at the Fox River Trolley Museum August 10 at 1pm $7 per person for members / $10 for non-members covers trolley ride and picnic lunch. Kids 5 and under are FREE. Reserve your place and pre-pay by AUGUST 2 (family and friends are welcome) by calling the Elgin History Museum at (847) 742-4248 or buy online https://elginhistory.org/shop-category/event-tickets/ Tickets will also be sold on the day of the event for $10. Bring the whole family + friends to our Family Fun Day at the Fox River Trolley Museum on August 10th. The fun will start with a ride on a trolley car along the banks of the scenic Fox River. Once we arrive at the Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve, we will have a picnic with food, drinks and games! EVERYONE IS WELCOME! FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
Enjoy a nostalgic trip back to an era when the electric trolley car was a vital part of American life. Experience the sights and sounds of this unique part of American history aboard a genuine vintage trolley car which takes you on a trip along the banks of the scenic Fox River. The trolley will take you to Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve for a picnic, complete with food, drinks and games for the kids. (Picnic Lunch Served at 1:30PM) Located at a crook in the Fox River, the preserve offers a scenic setting, complete with wildlife, trails, picnic shelters, rest rooms – and a little known 8-ft waterfall. It also features the historical burial site of unknown soldiers in General Scott’s Army during the Blackhawk War of 1832. ***Help the trolley museum thrive beyond the extensive vandalism that occurred last summer, where over $110,000 of damage was suffered. Donations to aid in this effort will gladly be accepted on the day of the event.**** The Fox River Trolley Museum is located on Illinois Rte. 31, three blocks south of State Street in South Elgin. The Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve is located on Rte. 31, one mile north of McLean Blvd.
Dairies to Prairies Open House Sunday August 25 from 11am to 4pm FREE event. Donations to the Elgin History Museum accepted. Aubrey and Rachel Neville invite you to view their dairy and wagon collection, and prairie restoration featured in the Elgin History Museum’s Dairies to Prairies documentary. Bring a lawn chair and picnic on the grounds. Wander the trails and enjoy the variety of gardens and native plants. Wagon Collection talk in the Buggy Barn at 11:30 and 2:30. Watch the Dairies to Prairies film during the afternoon. Visit the Prairie just across Stony Creek and talk to naturalists about the progress of the restoration project. Aubrey and Rachel Neville Property 39W714 McDonald Rd, Elgin, IL Don’t miss this special opportunity rain or shine! FoxValleyMagazine.com
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The Elburn Lions Club Presents Elburn Days Festival
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he Elburn Lions Club will present Elburn Days, taking place at Elburn Lions Park, 500 Filmore Street, Elburn, IL on August 16-18, 2019. This family friendly festival will feature carnival rides, live music, food, craft show, 4H auction and petting zoo, tractor pull, and mud volleyball. Our beer garden features a separate family friendly area. Parking is free, but donations are appreciated. Elburn Days is the largest annual fundraiser for the Elburn Lions Park and Elburn Lions Charities. The Elburn Lions Club has been
hosting Elburn Days annually on the third full weekend in August for many years. It is hosted over a three-day period. It’s a fantastic experience with a wide variety of activities for all ages to enjoy. Each year we continue to expand the activities and are grateful for all the assistance we receive from the many volunteers. Elburn Days signifies so much more than the event itself. It’s the best representation we can give to the community on Lionism, Volunteering and Community Service! For more information on times and events, please visit www. elburnlions.com.
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Montgomery Fest August 9th – 11th
The 2019 Montgomery Fest schedule is packed with a wide variety of fun activities and entertainment for all age groups. Whether you are a fan of live music, car shows, parades, carnivals, great food, fishing or fireworks, you will be delighted as you spend the weekend of August 9th to the 11th enjoying the festivities in downtown Montgomery. Food and craft vendors kick off the weekend at 5 pm on Friday in Montgomery Park, with the Montgomery Foundation’s beer booth in the food court open from 5-10 pm. The carnival will be offering a $20 wristband good for unlimited rides from 6-10 pm. The wildly popular country band Back Country Roads takes the stage at 6:30 pm and will perform until 10 pm. If you arrive at the Fest early on Saturday, you can take advantage of the $20 wristband special good for unlimited rides from 11 am to 3 pm, or participate in the Historic Downtown Walking Tour at 11 am. Settler’s Cottage will be open from 11 am to 4 pm both Saturday and Sunday.
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Saturday’s Main Stage will host a K-9 demonstration beginning at 1:00 pm. Fire department demonstrations at 12:30 pm in front of the Village Hall will captivate the attention of the younger kids. You also won’t want to miss the annual Montgomery Fire Department Water Fights at 1:30 pm in front of the Village Hall. 95.9 The River’s Road Crew will be at the fest from 4-6:30 pm, so be sure to stop by their booth! The beer booth will be open again from noon-10 pm on Saturday. Saturday’s musical entertainment kicks off at 2 pm on the Main Stage with blues music from Mojo & the Mannish Boyz fronted by Joseph “Mojo” Morganfield, son of the legendary Muddy Waters. You also won’t want to miss the high energy performance at 5 pm by LAVA Rock (Led Zepplin, Aerosmith, Van Halen and AC/DC), and this day of great music wraps up with Semple performing at 8 pm. This energetic band features the vocals of Keith Semple, formerly with 7th Heaven and a semi-finalist on The Voice, and has performed 150 shows a year around the world since 2013.
Sunday, August 11th, will provide a wide range of events and activities sure to please everyone. The day kicks off early with a 6 am start time for the Family Fun Carp Fishing Derby and 8 am registration for the Car Show in Austin Park. Mission Church will provide a worship service on the main stage at 10:30 am. and kids will love the Jimmy Jamz show in front of Village Hall at noon while they wait for the parade to begin. The Montgomery Fest Parade, led by Grand Marshals Tom Meyers Jr. and Robert Watermann, kicks off at 1 pm on Sunday at Main and Mill Street, continuing south to Watkins, over to River Street and back up to Mill. This year’s parade will include a performance by the 180-member East Aurora High School Band in addition to other local favorites. Winners of the Car Show will be announced at Austin Park at 3 pm and at 5:30 pm Mr. Freeze will entertain the crowd by freezing and blowing things up in front of the main stage. A highlight of Sunday’s entertainment will be the amazing Mudslingers BMX Stunt Team,
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with performances at 3 and 5 pm in front of the Village Hall. These stunt riders know how to entertain and keep an audience on their edge of their seats! The Montgomery Foundation’s beer booth will be open from noon-9 pm on Sunday. Sunday’s Main Stage will feature a performance by Wild Daisy from 2-3:30 pm, followed by Cap’n Funk & the Groove Train at 4:00 pm. The fun continues as Whiskeyfist takes the stage at 6:30 pm with their country and rock covers. The fun-filled weekend concludes Sunday evening with an amazing fireworks show beginning at 9 pm. Of course, Montgomery Fest always includes everyone’s favorites: the carnival, food vendors, craft and vendor booths, and petting zoo. Community Christian Church will host a family tent offering diaper changing and rest areas, along with free water. Parking downtown is limited, so take advantage of the free shuttle bus service to downtown Montgomery on Saturday and Sunday from Lakewood Creek Elementary School and from the parking lot in front of UHaul on Douglas Road. Busses will run about every half hour from 11 am until about 10 pm both days. It all adds up to a fantastic weekend you won’t want to miss! You can visit the Village’s website at www. ci.montgomery.il.us to print a Montgomery Fest brochure. The Village of Montgomery would also like to recognize and thank this year’s Montgomery Fest sponsors who make this community event possible, particularly our Diamond, Platinum and Gold Sponsors: Aurora University, Fox Valley Park District, Aurora University, JJPC Tree Care, Ozinga Ready Mix Concrete, 95.5 The River, DC Recycling of Illinois, The Lakone Company, The Montgomery Foundation, Walmart, Aurora Township, Carl Buddig & Company, Engineering Enterprises, Euclid Beverage, Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Julien & Lenert, Montgomery VFW, Oswego Ledger and Rasmussen College.
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Naper Settlement
August 2019 Events and Programs Naper Settlement is pleased to present the following events and programs during August 2019. General museum admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors (62+), and $8 for youth (4-12). Naperville residents with proof of residency, children under 4, and members are free. For more information about a specific event, please visit our website at www.NaperSettlement.org.
Third Thursday Thinkers
Thursday, August 15 • 10:30–11 AM (ages 2–5); 2–2:30 PM (ages 5–7) Experience history through your senses as you take your young thinker on a museum adventure. This month’s theme is “Pioneer Life”. Learn about the pioneer experience in Illinois by playing traditional games, trading for goods, and making a wooden bead bracelet.
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Naper Nights Community Concert Series
Friday, August 16 & Saturday, August 17 • 5–10 PM In conjunction with the Naperville Heritage Society’s 50th Anniversary, Naper Nights sets the stage for three summer weekends in June, July, and August of nonstop music and celebration. Visitors are invited to experience six nights of rock while enjoying cold craft brews and wine, delicious food, and music for the generations. August’s entire line-up honors the greatest rock concert of all time, Woodstock. To round off the final set in the series, Naper Settlement honors Woodstock’s 50th anniversary with Soundtracks of a Generation on August 16, featuring the songs of Jefferson Airplane, Sly & the Family Stone, Joe Cocker, Jimi Hendrix, and more. The final concert on August 17 sends summer off right with Rico, a Santana tribute, opening for The THE BAND Band, a The Band tribute. No outside food or beverages are allowed. Gates are open 5–10 PM. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth (ages 4-12). Members and children under 4 receive free admission. Visit NaperNights.org for details.
Sweet Treat Sunday
Sunday, August 18 • 1-4 PM Explore Naper Settlement’s historic buildings and scenic grounds, then treat your family to free ice cream from Colonial Café from 2-3:30 PM in our Pre-Emption House Tavern while supplies last.
Playscape Readers
Wednesday, August 21 • 11 AM (ages 2–5); 1 PM (ages 5–7) Find a seat on the quilt for an engaging story time featuring changing seasonal themes.
Fourth Thursday Pop-Up:
Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation Thursday, August 22 • 4-8 PM From 4-7 PM, “Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation” is open for touring. Then, enjoy a program about Indian American culture from 7-8 PM. This program is free with paid admission at the reduced winter rate.
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Geneva Park District Upcoming Events and Programs
Movie in the Park – “The Meg”
August 1, dusk (approx. 8:30pm) River Park, Geneva, IL 60134 Join us under the stars for free Movies in the Park this summer! See “The Meg” on the big screen at River Park on August 1. Movie begins at dusk, or approximately 8:30 pm. Don’t forget a blanket or lawn chair! Concessions will be available for purchase. Movies in the Park are sponsored by the Kane County Chronicle. For more information, call 630-232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Angels Cheer and Poms Informational Meeting
August 8, 5:30 – 6:30 pm Sunset Community Center, 710 Western Avenue, Geneva Interested in joining the Angels Cheer and Poms Team? Come learn about our award-winning group, and how you can become a part of it for the 2019-2020 season. For more information, call 630-232-4542.
Sunset Dance Company Informational Meeting
August 8, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Sunset Community Center, 710 Western Avenue, Geneva Interested in joining the Sunset Dance Company? Come learn about our
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award-winning group, and how you can become a part of it for the 2019-2020 season. For more information, call 630-232-4542 or email genevasunsetdancers@genevaparks.com.
Tween/Teen Night – Luau
August 8, 8:00 – 10:00 pm Sunset Pool, 710 Western Avenue, Geneva Hey tweens and teens -- finish the summer off with a luau at Sunset Pool. Receive a free lei at the entrance. Weather permitting. $5 (N/R $6) per person. For more information, call 630232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Flick n Float – “The Incredibles 2”
4:00 pm at Sunset Community Center. Please bring a water bottle to the placement event. Placement is open to dancers ages 5 and up. All levels are welcome. Register at genevaparks. org using registration code 3210334. The Sunset Dance Company offers an inviting atmosphere with affordable instruction for dancers ages 5 and up. Company members study and perform at a higher level of expectation, taking three or more dance classes a week. The Company performs at a variety of events, and participates in competitions. For more information, call 630-232-4542 or email genevasunsetdancers@genevaparks.com.
Back to School Festival
August 17, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva Bring the whole family to Peck Farm Park and have one last fun-filled day before school starts! Enjoy games, activities, crafts, a birds of prey presentation, and more! Food will be available for purchase. 2019 Sponsors: CIBC, Geneva Family Dental, Chiropractic People, Crossland Travel, Tutor Doctor, and the Kane County Chronicle. For more information, call 630-232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
August 9, dusk (approx. 8:30 pm) Sunset Pool, 710 Western Ave, Geneva, IL 60134 As the sun sets at Sunset Pool, grab a floatie or an inner tube and enjoy a cool poolside screening of “The Incredibles 2”! Plus, walk the red carpet from 6:00 – 8:00 pm during Hollywood Night. Twilight admission rates apply. For more information, call 630-232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.
Sunset Dance Company Placement
August 11, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Sunset Community Center, 710 Western Avenue, Geneva 2019-2020 Sunset Dance Company Placement will take place on August 11, 2018 from 2:00 –
Geneva Park District |3507 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL 60134 | 630-232-4501 | www.genevaparks.org
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Park Palooza Provides One Last Hoorah to Celebrate Summer
Take advantage of all Pottawatomie Park has to offer during Park Palooza, an end-of-summer, back-to-school bash held from 1-4pm on Sunday, August 18. “Park Palooza is a one-stop-shop for all your fun, summer activities,” said Jen Bruggeman, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation. “Bring your family, friends and neighbors for an opportunity to celebrate and make lasting memories together before summer ends and the busy school year begins.” Not only will there be free activities, live entertainment and specials for all ages, Bruggeman encourages families to enjoy all the recreational amenities in the park. Enjoy one last dip in Swanson Pool before it closes for the summer; a FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
round of minigolf at River View; or a scenic cruise down the river on a paddlewheel riverboat. What’s more, during Park Palooza, the fee for these activities is only $1 per person.
Additionally, all ages can move and grove to live music. Catch children’s entertainer Miss Jamie’s Farm from 1:15-2pm and stay for the cover band, One Night Band, from 2:45-3:45pm.
Throughout the afternoon in the park, there will be games and demos for all ages. All Star Sports and Hot Shots Sports will engage children in pick-up games and sports activities and a pickleball demonstration will take place between 2-3pm. Bags also will be set up for friendly competition.
Refreshments will be available at the River View concession stand, and the first 100 guests who check in to the event will receive free popcorn or ice cream at the concession stand.
At various stations, there will be face painting, crafts, a balloon artist and a self-directed scavenger hunt. Children can meet and greet characters including Ollie and June from Otter Cove Aquatic Center, jump in a bounce house and more.
And those over age 21 may enjoy beverages in the beer tent provided by Riverlands Brewing Company of St. Charles. For more information about Park Palooza, contact Jen Bruggeman at 630-513-4337.
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Learn all about Nature and Discover the Fun at Peck Farm Park’s New “Pop-Up” Programs!
Peck Farm Park offers a variety of new pop-up programs in August and invites children and families to learn all about nature. Pre-registration for all programs is required.
Summer Nature Playdate
Ages 9-18 months with parent Thursday, August 8 from 9:30 -10:00 am $3 per child, please use registration code 3111912-01 The sights, sounds, and smells of nature are experiences for your child to explore. Child-directed free play in nature helps foster healthy development. A variety of nature materials will be provided for outdoor exploration.
A Trip to Australia
Ages 3-4 Australian animals are hiding all over Peck Farm. Help us collect them while learning about animals with pouches and meet Gizmo, our very own Australian marsupial Thursday, August 22 from 10:00-11:00 am $7 for Geneva Park District resident and $10 for non-residents, use code 3111913-01 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
Here Comes the Sun
Ages 5-7 This is your chance to put the sun to work! We know all about getting light and warmth from the sun but experience how we can also cook, create art, and change the color of things too. Wednesday, August 14 from 1:00-2:00 pm $10 for Geneva Park District resident and $14 for non-residents, use code 3211914-01
Who’s in that Pellet?
Ages 8-10 Get your tools ready to dissect and explore the inside of an owl pellet. Discover firsthand about the creatures an owl eats and see if you can build an entire skeleton all while using bone sheets to discover just whoo it is! Are you brave enough to give it a try?
Wednesday, August 28 from 3:45-5:00 pm $12 for Geneva Park District resident and $15 for non-residents, use code 3211915-01
Family Fun Day
All Ages Bring the whole family to Peck Farm for an afternoon of fun! We will roast marshmallows around the campfire, play fun games, and more. You are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy at the park as well. Sunday, August 25 from 12:00-1:30pm $5 for Geneva Park District resident and $7 for non-residents, use code 3611928-02 For more information, please call 630-2324542 or visit genvaparks.org.
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South Elgin’s Riverfest Offers Fun for Everyone
South Elgin’s annual summer celebration - takes place Friday, August 16 through Sunday, August 19 at Panton Mill Park in the Village Center at 10 N Water Street. Riverfest has always featured a wide-array of entertainment options, including: free and live music, carnival, Special Night for Special Kids, local food vendors, beer tent, craft and business expo, car show, fireworks, model railroad layout and trolley rides. This year is no exception. Special Night for Special Kids is held the night before the festival actually begins - Thursday, August 15, 2019 - 6pm-8pm and allows children or adults with special needs and a registered guest to enjoy carnival rides at no cost. If additional guests wish to enjoy the carnival rides, wristbands may be purchased at the event for $10. Dinner is provided to everyone in the special guest’s party. Registration after July 30 is limited, please call the Riverfest hotline at 847-774-1151 to inquire. Festival hours run Friday from 5-11:30pm, Saturday 1-11:30pm and Sunday 1-9pm. The carnival typically closes 30 minutes before the fest ends. Wristband Specials allowing unlimited riding from 1-5pm on either Saturday or Sunday will be available for purchase at the festival - visit a ticket booth for information. Mega Wristbands vouchers (redeemed in person at the festiFOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
val) allow unlimited rides throughout the entire weekend for $60. Vouchers may be purchased Saturday, August 3 and 10 from 9am-noon at Village Hall, 10 N. Water Street. Vouchers are also available online until August 15 via Windy City Amusements: http://bit.ly/RiverfestMEGA A car show takes place Saturday and Sunday until 4 pm. Each day features a different array of vehicle entries. The Village also recommends festival attendees take time to visit Fox Valley Trolley Museum adjacent to the park and enjoy a few-mile antique trolley ride along the Fox River. The festival includes a generous array of food vendors, a beer and wine tent and a non-stop variety of free, live music. A full music line-up is available at southelgin.com/riverfest. From afternoon through evening, attendees will enjoy everything from country and bluegrass to pop and rock. Headliner bands include Lava Rock, Friday, August 16 from 9:30-11:30pm, Sixteen Candles, Saturday, from 9-11pm, and Smokin’ Gunz from 7-9pm, Sunday, August 18. The live music will only stop temporarily during the fireworks show, Saturday, August 17 at 9:30 pm. Riverfest also includes small business and craft expo tents as well as a model railroad display. The Village of South Elgin thanks their generous community sponsors, and invites the community to enjoy Riverfest, August 16-18, 2019. For more information, visit www.southelgin. com/Riverfest or call 847-742-5780.
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Geneva Concours d’Elegance
Prestigious Show of Historic Automobiles Coming to Geneva Sunday August 25th Top antique, classic, and modern cars will be on display on the streets of Geneva, Illinois, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 25, 2019. Car owners come from around the country to participate in the Geneva Concours d’Elegance, the invitation-only meet where the best restored and preserved cars compete for the prestigious Benz Trophy. While cars of many vintages, makes, and models will be on display, this year the Concours will feature fine Allard, Stutz, and Bentley automobiles.
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Additionally, sports cars will be featured as a part of the Sports Car Club of America’s 75th Anniversary. Third Street in charming downtown Geneva is the center of activity. The event is open to the public and admission is free. In addition to the spectacular display of cars, other attractions include unique shops, restaurants, parks, and historic buildings that offer a wide variety of
fun for the entire family! The Living Well Cancer Resource Center, a local facility dedicated to delivering evidence-based medically mainstream programs and serves for newly diagnosed patients and their families, is the beneficiary of the event.
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North Central College August Events
August 4, Concert: Hall of fame guitarist Steve Vai has teamed up with his brother Michael Vai (from Naperville’s restaurant “VAI’s Italian Inspired Kitchen + Bar”) for an intimate concert at Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Steve is a three-time Grammy Winner and 14 Grammy Nominations, recipient of all kinds of musical awards including the Les Paul Award. Regarded as the Greatest Guitar Virtuoso that ever played the instrument and some say the best guitarist that ever played. All proceeds will be donated to Little Friends, a nonprofit who supports individuals and families challenged by individual/developmental disabilities and autism. For event details, visit http:// northcentralcollege.edu/performance. August 5, Golf Outing: Join us for the 2019 Quarterback Club Golf Outing and help us kickoff another exciting season of Cardinal football! Monday, August 5 at White Eagle Golf Club, 3400 Club Dr., Price is $175 per golfer. Check-in is at 11 a.m., with a shotgun start at noon, dinner is at 5:30 p.m. Cost of the outing includes lunch, a round of golf, cart rental, beverages on course, dinner and $50 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
tax-deductible gift to the football program. For ticket details, visit https://regics.noctrl. edu/EmsRegics/QuarterbackClubGolfOuting2019. August 8, Book Signing: Anderson’s Bookshop and North Central College host author Sandra Brown as she welcomes a new novel entitled, “Outfox” that combines passionate romance and shocking plot twists. The book signing is scheduled for Thursday, August 8 at 8 p.m. in Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth Street. In her latest novel, a conman turned murderer is on the loose. Wealthy women are falling prey to the charming criminal. Can he be stopped once and for all? For tickets, visit https://sandrabrownandersons. brownpapertickets.com/.
gins at 9:30 a.m. at Smith Hall in Old Main, 30 N. Brainard St., and concludes with a walking tour of campus at 10:45 a.m. For more information or to register, call 630637-5800 or visit northcentralcollege.edu/ visit/transfer-campus-visit-opportunities. August 28, Book Signing: Anderson’s Bookshop and North Central College welcome back Louise Penny to celebrate her latest Chief Inspector Gamache novel “A Better Man!” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 28 at Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit the Sounds Good Choir, a local dementia care organization. For tickets, visit https://louisepenny2andersons.brownpapertickets.com/
August 9-10, Visit Days: High school students and their parents or guardians are invited to attend North Central College’s Visit Days August 9 and 10, in the lobby of the Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. The day begins with check-in at 9:15 a.m. and concludes at 12:30 with lunch at Kaufman Dining Hall. Visitors can take a walking tour and attend informative sessions on financial aid, academic highlights and student life. An optional event for high-achieving students is set for 9 a.m. For more information and registration, call 630-637-5800 or visit northcentralcollege.edu/visit/freshman-campus-visit-opportunities. August 16, Transfer Info Session: North Central College will host an information session Friday, August 16, for transfer students. Visitors can learn about academic choices, transfer admission process, scholarships and financial aid. Registration beFoxValleyMagazine.com
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Maple Park Fun Fest
events Saturday August 31st – Sunday September 1st
Maple Park Fun Fest is a classic small town festival geared for big time entertainment. Founded in 1998, Fun Fest began as a local softball tournament, but a committed few realized the potential and wanted more. They began to expand, adding a parade and fireworks; eventually leading to what we see today. Over the years, Fun Fest has added a Craft Show, Car Show, Bags Tournament, Kids’ Bike and Wagon Parade, live entertainment, food vendors, 5K race/2 mile walk, and the Kid Zone, loaded with activities. Both children and adults will find plenty to do all weekend long. Each year, Fun Fest attracts about 1500 - 2000 people. Many of those are FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
local residents who bring out their families and friends, but we also get a good crowd from neighboring towns. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are one of the only festivals in the area that is FREE to attend. There is no parking fee; there is no soundstage fee. Fun Fest is a not-for-profit event, run completely by volunteers. Funds that we raise are mainly used to support the festival the following year, but we also purchase items for the village of Maple Park. This past year, we updated all of the Christmas lights for the village. Currently, we are discussing the possibility of starting a scholarship for a college bound Maple Park resident. Our overall goal is to provide some entertainment for this small town community. It is a way to get Maple Park on the map and make it even more special. Come on out and experience the magic of Maple Park Fun Fest!
SCHEDULE: Saturday, August 31, 2019
• 8:00 am Romp in the Park (Fire Station) • 8:00 am Men’s Slo-Pitch Softball (Civic Center Fields) • 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Crafter/Vendor Show (Main & Pleasant Streets) • 10:00 am Randy Little Memorial Bags Tournament (North Park) • 11:00 am Food Booths & Beer Garden Open (Main Street) • 12:00 – 1:00 pm Dave DiNaso Traveling World of Reptiles (Stage) • 12:00 – 1:00 pm Balloon Twisting by Dave Marcus (Main Street) • 12:00 – 4:00 pm Rock Climbing Wall (Main Street) • 12:00 – 4:00 pm Tower Hill Petting Zoo (Main Street) • 1:00 pm Dave Marcus Magic (Stage)
• 1:00 – 4:00 pm Froggo FX Face Painting (Main Street) • 2:00 pm Toilet Bowl Races (Main Street) • 3:00 – 4:00 pm Not By Chance (Stage) • 4:00 pm Bike Parade (Main Street), Decorating at 3:30 (Main & Broadway) • 5:00 pm Parade (Main Street) • 6:30 pm Midnight Chaos (Stage) • 9:00 pm – 12:00 am Libido Funk Circus (Stage)
Sunday, September 1, 2019 • 7:00 am – 12:00 pm American Legion Breakfast Buffet (Legion) • 8:00 am Men’s Slo-Pitch Softball (Civic Center Fields) • 8:00 am – 3:00 Car Show (Main Street) • 11:00 am Food Booths & Beer Garden Open (Main Street) • 12:00 – 3:00 pm Raingutter Regatta (Main Street) • 12:30 – 3:30 pm Video Gaming Trailer (Main Street) • 3:30 pm Band Of Brothers (Stage) • 6:00 pm The Bare Hambones (Stage) • 8:00 pm Raffle Winners Announced (Stage) • 8:30 pm Spectacular Fireworks Show • 9:00 pm – 12:00 am Back Country Roads (Stage)
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Geneva Community Chest 16th Annual Golf Outing
Tee It Up for Charity! Monday August 26th Calling all golfers and duffers! The Geneva Community Chest is hosting its 16th annual Charity Golf Outing on Monday, August 26 at Eagle Brook Country Club in Geneva, Illinois. Last year, more than 125 golfers came out and had a great time in support of the 29 local charities the GCC serves. The event is open to the public and has been generously supported by our donors, sponsors, charities and local residents. Eagle Brook is a beautiful, private championship 18-hole golf course. The putting green and driving range will be available during registration beginning at 9:00am. Tee off time for this best ball/scramble event is 10:00am, with a shot gun start, lunch during golf, a reception and a pig roast dinFOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
ner. If golf is not your thing, a dinner-only option is available. There will be silent and live auctions with vacation getaways, local restaurant giveaways and games and raffles on the course. Sponsor opportunities are still available. This event is sponsored in large part by USG Corporation and Baird Warner Realtor-Megan Reno and presented by the Geneva Community Chest. To sign up, please visit www. GCCcharitygolf.com. WHO: Geneva Community Chest WHAT: 16th Annual Charity Golf Outing FOR: Everyone WHEN: Monday, August 26, 2019 Registration - 9:00am; Tee off - 10:00am WHERE: Eagle Brook Country Club, 2288 Fargo Blvd., Geneva, Illinois COST: $165 per golfer; $60 for dinner only
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Ann Marie Guenther is known as Naperville’s Most Organized woman and the Face of Facebook! Ann Marie declares that clutter is unproductive and sucks the money out of your bank account as well as the time out of your day. That Girl Organizes keeps homes and businesses productive all over Chicagoland. Check out her video on Facebook for more tips at www.Facebook/thatgirlorganizes.guru or ThatGirlOrganizes.com. Questions about organizing? Call 630.673.3637
3 Simple Steps for a Sensational School Start BY ANN MARIE GUENTHER, OWNER OF THAT GIRL ORGANIZES Ready…Set…Go! School is around the bend and our kiddos need to be successful right from the get go! Here are a few ways to get the kiddos on track before school starts so they are consistently using routines (the foundation of being organized in school and let’s face it, life!)
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Command Center
A command center houses school papers and a chore chart. These should be both visible and accessible for Jr. I use a wall file in my home and each child has a labeled pocket he/she places any work from school. I go through the paperwork, sign permission slips (place them into backpacks), hang artwork on the board, calendar any important events and recycle the rest before dinner. FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
CHORE CHART
Our chore chart is part of the command center. Our children do a few daily chores (life skills). It’s amazing what a 2 year old can do if you let them! This momma doesn’t want to have a 40 year old living in her basement! Doing chores gives the little people pride and life skills, what could be better?
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Bedtime Rituals
The hardest thing for most of caregivers is to get the little buggers down because we expect it to happen in 3 minutes or less. Here is a solution that works for most children.
• Start a bedtime routine 45 minutes to an hour before lights are out. • Have your little one brush teeth, use the bathroom and get into his/her pajamas. You do the same. • Next, read for 15 minutes or let him read on his own. Reading is relaxing and a little boring. This induces sleep. • Talk about plans for the following day while giving your darling a back scratch/tickle. My children LOVE this! • Lights out!
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Lunch and Backpack
My children are 7-17 and this is how I get their lunches made in a jiffy.
After dinner, leave any leftovers out someone might use for their lunch, plus fruits, the basket of bars, and containers of cut of veggies, hard boiled eggs, some hummus, and bread. The children each whip up what they want to eat the following day. It must include protein, fruit and veggies. There is no junk food in their lunches. They need to perform at school, not fall asleep! Water bottles are filled and within 5 minutes, lunches are ready! I love teaching them life skills!
BACKPACKS:
This can be easy! Have a designated spot for the backpacks to go daily. A closet, under a bench, next to a door, in a corner, in the garage on hooks…find a spot and use it! These are a few of the simple ways to make going to school easy for everyone! If you’d like specific tips on your organizational challenges, drop me an email at Annmarie@ThatGirlOrganizes.com. I’d love to hear from you!
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Ami Christianson is the owner of “One Salon and Bridal Company in St. Charles.“ A full service salon offering organic hair coloring, hair extensions, facials, lash extensions, waxing, spray tanning, specializing in bridal hairstyling and air brush makeup. Ami realized the demand for Brides, and clients to have all the services they are looking for in ONE convenient location. Her salon styling team has won numerous awards including “The Knot Hall of Fame”, the best of “Wedding Wire”, and is Rated as A Top Wedding Vendor in the USA.
CBD IS EVERYWHERE, AND NOW IT’S IN “HAIRCARE” BY AMI CHRISTIANSON, OWNER OF ONE SALON AND BRIDAL COMPANY I’m always researching and testing the latest products and technologies in the haircare industry. I will be honest, this is one of my favorite things to do, in my free time. Almost a hobby. Looking back at the 80’s, when I started my career I’m so grateful for all the new and improved products I’m now able to choose for my clients, and myself. So,...everyone is talking about CBD. When I first began my research on the benefits of the hemp plant I thought to myself “I wonder when this healing, anti-inflammatory ingredient will be available in hair and skin care.” Well, here it is, and here is why. CBD naturally interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system which con-
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trols the body’s regulator system and response to internal and external stressors. It naturally provides calming soothing relief to the scalp while restoring balance for healthy hair growth.
The proteins in CBD also increase the diameter of each hair strand for fuller thicker hair. CBD is high in essential fatty acids such as Omegas 3,6, and 9 which hydrates hair, and prevents moisture loss.
I have chosen to use Emera CBD Haircare in my salon. Why?...Emera is made from 100% organic cannabidiol (CBD) oil from sustainable, harvested, non GMO industrial hemp plants. If you read my last blog, “What goes on your body, goes in your body�, you understand how passionate I am about clean products.
I always encourage my clients to their own research to understand why I have chosen the products I use, and recommend. I encourage you to do the same. www.emerahaircare.com
It contains 21 known amino acids- the protein building blocks of the body, which help bulid up collagen and elastin. Both are essential for healthy resilient hair that is prone to breakage.
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Back To School Tips For Busy Moms
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Meet Vanessa Kapus the owner of Aquaduct Plumbing Services and is also in the process of starting a new business venture currently in development. Besides running a successful business, Vanessa is a Mom of two smart, funny and handsome boys ages 7 and 4 who’s been married for 6 years to her husband and biggest supporter, Jason Kapus.
BY VANESSA KAPUS OWNER OF THE LOCAL MOMS
The back to school season is upon us. I feel like this summer has gone by way too quickly. With all the rain we had in June, it really didn’t feel like summer till July. It also doesn’t help that all the retail stores have already made the change from summer to back to school once the 4th of July passes. As a busy mom of two, I thought it would be helpful to share some of my Back to School tips for busy moms.
The Week Before To Do List
I have officially started the count down for my kids (Aiden going to 3rd grade and Ian going to Kindergarten) This is our last week of staying up late and waking up pass 8:30 am. Its time for us to start getting into a routine. Here is our checklist for the week or two before school starts: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Start getting back into a routine for bedtime and wake-up time. Make sure the kids medical is updated (physical, dental, vision). Purchase school supplies Prep Lunch Schedule Make sure you purchased that first day of school outfit Make sure they half fresh hair cuts for that perfect first day of school photo 7. Don’t forget to order your chalkboard first day of school sign
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The Night Before
This is when my anxiety starts to kick in for my kids. I want to make sure I capture this first day of school perfectly. That we aren’t rushing out the door because we all woke up late and I NEED to take that perfect photo of them holding that chalkboard first day of school sign so that I can post it all on Facebook. Let’s hope all goes as planned. Here is our check list for the night before: 1. First day of school outfit is out and ready to go 2. Pack backpack of any extra supplies that you forgot to drop off beforehand 3. Pack lunches (don’t forget to write a cute note) 4. Fill the water bottles and place them in backpack 5. Take baths or showers. Must be clean before that first day!
6. Go to bed earlier than normal 7. Set that alarm 8. Charge your phone or camera
First Day Of School
The first day of school is here! I will be that mom ugly crying because my youngest is entering Kindergarten. I wish you all a great school year! Here are our last tips for the first day of school: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Get up earlier than normal Eat breakfast Take pictures Have a great school year!
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Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling OFFERS NATIONAL & LOCAL MUSICAL ACTS ON TWO STAGES! FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
The Naperville Jaycees is proud to announce their full musical lineup for the Main Stage and Jackson Avenue Block Party Stage for the 2019 Last Fling. The Last Fling takes place all along the Riverwalk in Downtown Naperville over all 4 days of Labor Day weekend. “This year’s event will feel a lot more like your typical music festival. We decided to open the Main Stage gates earlier than most previous years to give patrons an opportunity to enjoy music throughout the day and allow them to come and go as they please. I really feel as if we have a solid line up this year and I hope that the community will come out, have some fun and help raise some money with us at the 2019 Last Fling,” says Entertainment Co-Chair Danielle Tufano.
2019 Main Stage Acts:
The Last Fling Main Stage will start rocking on Friday night (August 30) with headliner Better
Than Ezra. Before their omnipresent 1995 single “Good” hit No. 1, before their debut album Deluxe went double-platinum, before popular shows such as Desperate Housewives licensed their song “Juicy,” before Taylor Swift attested to their timeless appeal by covering their track “Breathless” — New Orleans’ Better Than Ezra was a pop-rock act paying its dues, traveling from town to town in a ramshackle van. Over two decades after the band formed, that vigilance still resonates strongly with the trio, who were finally rewarded after seven years of stubbornly chasing their dreams. “This band,” notes bassist Tom Drummond, “has never been handed anything.” Opening
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for Better Than Ezra is 7th Heaven, who has charted #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts multiple times and has been heard on various radio stations in the Chicagoland area with their hits “This Is Where The Party’s At,” “Time Of Our Lives,” “Beautiful Life,” “Stoplight,” “Better This Way” and “Sing.” Gates open at 4:45PM and bands start at 5PM.
The Last Fling Main Stage party will continue on Saturday (August 31) and will feature Vertical Horizon as the headlining band. Vertical Horizon was founded in the early 1990s, but it was seven years before lead singer Matt Scannell’s songs became the radio hits that brought the popular grass roots band to national attention. Vertical Horizon released three albums independently (There and Back Again, Running on Ice, and Live Stages) and toured extensively before signing with RCA Records in 1998. In 1999, they released their breakout album, Everything You Want, which went on to sell more than two million copies. The second single off the CD, the title track “Everything You Want,” captured the #1 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 and Adult Top 40 charts, and became Billboard’s Most Played Single of 2000. Having carved out a page in the annals of music history the band garnered further radio attention with “You’re a God” (#4 on Billboard’s Adult Chart) and “Best I Ever Had (Grey Sky Morning).” In 2005, “Best I Ever Had” became a top 20 country hit for country star Gary Allan. Their follow-up album, Go, was released in 2003 and solidified the
band as a no-nonsense pop rock entity. Eventually, the band took a hiatus to pursue individual interests. In 2007, feeling the time was right to start working on a new album, Matt began composing the songs which would eventually become Burning the Days. The album was critically acclaimed and produced two Hot AC radio singles, “Save Me from Myself” and “The Lucky One.” In 2013 Vertical Horizon released Echos From the Underground, named after a lyric from the song “Evermore.” In February 2018 Vertical Horizon released their latest album, The Lost Mile. Opening for Vertical Horizon will be 97Nine (the premier classic rock cover band in the Midwest), The Right Now (pop-meetssoul) and Take The Reins (Chicago-area rock band). Gates open at 11:45AM and bands start at 12PM.
Sunday (September 1) on the Last Fling Main Stage is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with headliners Big Head Todd & The Monsters. Thirty years would seem like something to commemorate, especially with the same core lineup, an achievement few other namebrand bands can boast of. Yet right now they’re less about celebrating stability than volatility, in the form of their eleventh studio album, New World Arisin’, which makes good on its forward-facing title FoxValleyMagazine.com
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16 Candles (bringing all the great 80’s songs you love to life in full force), The Ron Burgundy’s (Yacht Rock and other softcore rock from the 60s, 70s and 80s) and Tres Moustache (bringing perfect live acoustic sound to any room, street or venue). Gates open at 11:45AM and bands start at 12PM.
2019 Jackson Avenue Block Party Acts:
The Jackson Avenue Block Party Stage is THE place to be throughout Labor Day Weekend for some of the best local bands in the Chicagoland area! Friday (August 30) will feature Hi Infidelity (rocking the 80s! Journey, Bon Jovi, REO, Def Leppard and more) with openers Libido Funk Circus (Chicago’s premiere dance & party band) and INDIGO (up-tempo R&B/blues band). Gates and Music at 5PM.
with what might be the brashest rock and roll of their career. The old world can’t rest on any laurels, and neither will they. While they enjoy a robust fan base around the country, their success is outsized in Colorado, where they’re practically the unofficial state band. That’s evident in their ability to sell out Red Rocks, the most revered amphitheater in the nation, where they’ve headlined 19 times. Opening for Big Head Todd & The Monsters will be
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Saturday’s (August 31) Block Party Stage headliners will be The Boy Band Night (paying tribute to everything that is boy bands - *NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, New Kids On The Block, One Direction, OTown and more) with opening acts that will include The Hair Band Night (delivering all your favorite air band hits – Van Halen, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Poison, Journey, Bon Jovi and more), ALT 101 (Chicagoland’s premier 90’s alternative rock tribute band), OMT (rock classic to current, there is something for everyone) and Double Identity (pop rock band fronted by twin sisters from North Central College, playing a mix of covers and originals). Music starts at 12PM. The music will continue Sunday (September 1) on the Block Party Stage with Wedding
Banned (80’s and 90’s music, throwing in other guilty pleasures, that take you back to great times in your life) as our headliners. Opening acts include Hello Weekend (nonstop, hit after hit, party band covering everything from Gaga to Whitney, Bruno to Bon Jovi), Gregory Hyde Band (upbeat, fun rock and pop songs you can sing and dance to), Billy Martin Band (high energy classic rock, pop and current hits) and AD3 Acoustic Trio (local musicians using an acoustic guitar and cajon while covering songs from varied genres). Music starts at 12PM. Monday (September 2) will round out Labor Day Weekend on the Block Party Stage with
our headliners Kashmir (The Led Zeppelin Show). Opening acts will include The Hat Guys (everything from rock & roll to country, from disco to hip hop, from current to the 1960’s), Strung Out (Chicago’s ultimate 70’s experience. The greatest Rock, Pop, AM/ FM Radio Cuts, and everything in between) and The Run Around (pop punk/alternative band from Naperville). Music starts at 12PM. Ticket information for the 2019 Naperville Jaycees Last Fling will be announced soon. Please visit www.LastFling.org for more information and updates.
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a+e ARCADA THEATER 105 E. MAIN STREET ST. CHARLES, IL BOX OFFICE: (630) 962-7000
Upcoming Shows at The Arcada Linda Ronstadt Experience With American Idol Tristan McIntosh
American Idol finalist Tristan McIntosh creates a stunning portrayal of Linda Ronstadt in the prime of her career. Supported by a superb backing band, Tristan’s formidable vocal talent and stage presence will transport you a time when Linda Ronstadt ruled the airwaves as one of the most popular female vocalists in popular music history. FRIDAY, AUG 2 8:00 PM
Burton Cummings (Full Band)
Burton Cummings is that rare artist who has transcended time, genres and generations with a body of work that continues to resonate with fans both old and new. His voice has been rated among the finest in rock music and his extensive catalogue of songs is the envy of his contemporaries. Burton continues at the top of his game as a performer, singer, songwriter and recording artist second to none. SATURDAY, AUG 3 8:00 PM
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Skid Row
Skid Row arrived on the tail end of the late-1980s hair metal craze and quickly became a predominant force in the genre. Their youth, ambition, and knack for writing catchy songs helped attract a worldwide following. The group has maintained a huge fan base and continues to provide incredible, hard rocking performances night after night! THURSDAY, AUG 08 7:30 PM
Chris Isaak
Chris Isaak has been a Grammy nominated recording artist, songwriter and actor for more than 34 years. His legendary shows with his longtime band Silvertone have entertained audiences for over three decades, and will be no different this time around! FRIDAY, AUG 9 8:00 PM
One Man Star Wars Trilogy!
Charles Ross will stun and amaze you with his fun, energetic and extremely entertaining performance of OneMan Star Wars® Trilogy! Ross Single-handedly plays all the characters with spot-on voice impressions, sings the music, flies the ships, fights the battles and condenses the plots of the three films into one hilarious production! SUNDAY, AUG 11 3:00 PM
$10 Silent Film Night – Charlie Chaplin in “Shoulder Arms” And “A Dog’s Life” The legend in two timeless classics! Live accompaniment provided by Chicagoland’s premiere organist, Jay Warren, on Arcada’s historic 1926 pipe organ! TUESDAY, AUG 13 7:30 PM
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Mr. Mojo Risin’ – Tribute To The Doors
Mr. Mojo Risin’ celebrates the career of the Doors from their first self-titled album, through LA Woman, covering all of the best and amazing music in between. We bring an authentic concert experience representative of the band’s best shows. THURSDAY, AUG 22 7:30 PM
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
Utter the phrase “young blues rock guitarist” within earshot of anyone with even a cursory knowledge of the modern musical vanguard and the first name they are most likely to respond with will be Kenny Wayne Shepherd. The Louisiana born axeman and songsmith has sold millions of albums while throwing singles into the Top 10, shining a light on the rich blues of the past and forging ahead with his own modern twist on a classic sound he has embodied since his teens. FRIDAY, AUG 23 8:00 PM
Comedian, Actor, And Singer Jon Lovitz!
Jon is best known as a cast member of Saturday Night Live from 1985 to 1990. He has appeared in numerous films, including “Big”, “A League of Their Own”, “The Wedding Singer”, “High School High”, “Small Time Crooks”, “Rat Race”, “The Producers”, “Eight Crazy Nights”, “The Benchwarmers”, and “Grown Ups 2”, among many others. He has been one of the best known comedians for the last twenty years and will not fail to have you laughing all night! SATURDAY, AUG 24 8:00 PM
Legendary Guitarist Robben Ford
Watching Robben Ford take the stage is equal parts gratifying, awe-inspiring, and challenging—a perfect storm of creativity and emotion that results in some seriously good music. As soon as he plays his first note, you realize that you’re in the presence of a bonafide guitar master. With five Grammy nominations, a three-decade-long solo career, and a resume that includes Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell, and George Harrison, his accomplishments reflect the versatility and musicality of someone who has pursued their true calling. During a live performance, Robben is acutely tuned in, feeding off of the energy of FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
the audience, and fully prepared to throw you a curve ball at any moment. In other words, it’s an experience not to be missed. SATURDAY, AUG 24 9:30 PM
Frankie Avalon
If you can’t remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn’t a part of your life, you aren’t alone. This talented performer can look back on a career that spans three generations of music, television and motion pictures which he feels is due primarily to the loyalty and trust of his audience. SUNDAY, AUG 25 3:00 PM
The Robert Cray Band
Robert Cray has been bridging the lines between blues, soul and R&B for the past four decades, with five Grammy wins and over 20 acclaimed albums. The Cray Band has been featured in concert with artists like Clapton, the Stones, John Lee Hooker, BB King and Bonnie Raitt, who declared that the band leader is “an original; he’s passionate, he’s a bad ass and puts on one of the best shows you’ll ever see.” TUESDAY, AUG 27 7:30 PM
The Allman Betts Band
After a successful year touring as The Devon Allman Project with special guest Duane Betts - the sons of Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts are joining forces to form The Allman Betts Band. THURSDAY, AUG 29 7:30 PM
Big Suit – A Tribute To Talking Heads
Big Suit is a collective of nine musicians drawn to the cerebral adventures, infectious rhythms, and pioneering music known to the world as The Talking Heads. An all hits show including “Burning Down The House” and “Take Me To The River”. FRIDAY, AUG 30 8:00 PM
Faces Of The King – #1 Elvis Tribute
Elvis Presley lives on as one of America’s biggest musical legends. Now, 3 Faces of the King shows you what it would be like if Presley himself returned to the stage to perform a show of all his career highlights. SATURDAY, AUG 31 8:00 PM FoxValleyMagazine.com
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The 9th Annual ArtsFest is Coming to St. Charles September 6 – 15
The St Charles Arts Council, in partnership with the St. Charles Park District announces the city-wide, all-arts event – ArtsFest, ALL of the ARTS, ALL over TOWN – running from Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 15. The event is designed to showcase for residents and visitors the depth and breadth of those who create and support the arts in our community. We invite everyone to enjoy programming that is brand new for the event, as well as events and places they have enjoyed for years. The 9th Annual ArtsFest | St. Charles features multiple artistic disciplines in venues all over the city including art galleries, music, poetry, and live theater. NEW to the event this year is a Kick-Off Party co-hosted by the St Charles Arts Council and St. Charles History Museum at the Museum on Thursday, September 5 from 5-7 pm, the evening prior to ArtsFest. The general public and participating venues are invited to attend to help celebrate the arts, connect and socialize with other art-goers, and learn about the programs and
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events that will be offered as part of ArtsFest. The Party will also be the official reception for “Synapses 4: community” a site-specific installation by local artist Rita Grendze. Grendze has been developing a body of work from her home studio that explores pathways and systems through the medium of woven, threedimensional drawings. This next iteration in the “Synapse” series asks: what are the pathways, the systems, that foster a true community? Back from last year are the ArtsFest Gallery Crawl and Poetry Crawl. The Poetry Crawl features poems chosen to be displayed in businesses throughout downtown St. Charles, including Breadsmith, The Diamondaire, 116 Gallery, Kilwins, Brunch Café, Kava Diem, Smitty’s on the Corner, Townhouse Books, and SIP Parties. To honor the City’s 185th Anniversary, we’ve asked poets to write on the subject of St. Charles. Poets interested in participating in the event should email their poem to tmcwhitworth@gmail.com with a brief bio by August 9. Visit http://www. stcharlesartscouncil.org/calls-to-artists/ for more info about the Call to Poets. The returning Gallery Crawl includes NINE art galleries/exhibitions operating during the event, including the SCAC’s latest ArtsFest Pop-Up Gallery and the Norris Cultural Arts Center’s signature Vicinity Show, as well as the Park District’s Sculpture Exhibition. New shows will be up at 116 Gallery, Fine Line Creative Arts Center, Kava Diem, and Steel Beam Theatre Gallery. The St. Charles Public Library will also have an exhibit in their Mezzanine Gallery that celebrates the City’s 185 years through photos. As always, there’s also a wealth of public art to be taken in throughout St. Charles, in addition to Rita Grendze’s newest temporary installation
at the St. Charles History Museum. The best way to view public art? Download the Otocast app and find the SCAC’s Art in Public Places Art Tour for a guided tour of public art across St. Charles. ArtsFest also features a fantastic array of performing arts programming. Marquee Youth Stage is back this year with an Open House and Drop-In Improv, and Steel Beam Theatre will be putting on its newest production “Broadway Gender Benders.” The St. Charles Business Alliance’s (formerly Downtown St. Charles Partnership’s) annual and awesome Jazz Weekend features Jazz in venues all over town September 12 through 15. Visit their web site downtownstcharles.org/dscp_events/stc-jazzweekend/ for musician and venue details. Also participating, the Chamber of Commerce will have open hours to view and judge the entries to their annual Cover Design Contest. All Things Art Studios and SIP Parties will both be offering classes throughout the ten days of ArtsFest, catering to any age, experience level, and interest. Visit Allthingsartstudio.com/ calendar and SIPparties.com for information on class offerings, dates, times, and prices. East Side, West Side, and Downtown – ALL over TOWN – residents and visitors will be treated to an incredible array of arts programming. For more information about this fantastic Ten Days Of Art, visit the SCAC’s web site – stcharlesartscouncil.org/artsfest-2019/, call the SCAC at 630.443.3794, or email us at info@ StCharlesArtsCouncil.org. We will also be keeping everyone up to date on our Facebook page - facebook.com/stcharlesartscouncil and facebook.com/artsfestSTC .
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Free Theater! Chicago Shakespeare In The Parks Brings The Comedy Of Errors To Aurora’s Riveredge Park, Saturday, August 3 Make haste to downtown Aurora when Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks brings its summer touring production, The Comedy of Errors, to Thomas J. Weisner RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, for a free performance on Saturday, August 3. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. The performance starts at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free thanks to the generous support of the Dunham Fund. Guests at this event are invited to sit in the park’s fixed seating, first come, first serve, or bring bag chairs and blankets for seating in the back of the park. For more information, visit riveredgeaurora.com or call (630) 896-6666. “Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks is a terrific outreach program, bringing the magic of live theater to the public in their own backyard, and we are thrilled that RiverEdge Park is the tour’s exclusive suburban stop,” said Tim Rater, President and CEO, RiverEdge Park. “West suburban residents shouldn’t miss this opportunity to see an amazing production from the acclaimed Chicago Shakespeare Theater, for free, right here in downtown Aurora.” So get thee to RiverEdge Park when a specially equipped truck rolls up, a stage unfolds and a company of top Chicago actors perform a free, 75-minute summer night production of William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors along the banks of the Fox River. Audiences will enjoy the wildly entertaining tale of a man and his servant landing in a foreign land, searching for their long-lost twin brothers. Everywhere they go, strangers insist that they’re old friends. Mistaken identities abound, but in the end, chaos gives way to clarity in this comedy filled with mayhem and madness.
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Since the inception of the Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks program seven years ago, more than 155,000 Chicagoans have taken advantage of free performances in their communities. In addition to RiverEdge Park, Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks will present 24 performances of The Comedy of Errors at 18 parks throughout the city this summer, including Ogden Park, Columbus Park, Loyola Park and Ping Tom Memorial Park. The tour is made possible by a renewed civic, cultural and corporate partnership between Chicago Shakespeare Theater, the City of Chicago, Chicago Park District, Boeing and production sponsor BMO Harris Bank. For the full list of tour dates and locations, visit chicagoshakes.com/parks.
“You’ll Accomp’ny Me” To Aurora’s Riveredge Park For Bob Seger Tribute Band Hollywood Nights, Friday, August 9 If you are a true Bob Seger fan, be at Thomas J. Weisner RiverEdge Park in downtown Aurora, on Friday, August 9, when Hollywood Nights rolls in with their killer 10-piece Bob Seger tribute show, presented as part of Aurora’s Downtown Alive! series.
Show at 8 p.m. Tickets are only $4. Children 12 and under are free if accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. For tickets and information, visit riveredgeaurora.com, call (630) 896-6666, or stop by RiverEdge’s satellite box office, Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday–Saturday. Tickets will also be sold on-site. Fees not included.
Music Legend Dionne Warwick To Perform Outdoor Concert In Downtown Aurora, Friday, August 16 The one…the only…Dionne Warwick, a six-time Grammy Award-winning music superstar and legendary cornerstone of American pop culture and music, will perform Friday, August 16 at downtown Aurora’s Thomas J. Weisner RiverEdge Park.
Hollywood Nights plays rockin’, epic concerts, just like Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. Seger has 30 years of music that’s embedded into America’s DNA from “Turn the Page” and “Night Moves” to “Old Time Rock-n-Roll” and “Travelin’ Man.”
Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Concert at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 general admission and $35-$50 reserved seating, with VIP packages from $164-$269. For tickets and information, visit riveredgeaurora.com, call (630) 896-6666, or stop by RiverEdge’s satellite box office, Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday–Saturday. Tickets will also be sold on-site. Fees not included.
So get ready for Hollywood Nights – A Bob Seger Experience, one of those shows where you’ll know every song and you’re belting ‘em out along in a sea of fellow Bob Seger fans. Gates open at 6 p.m.
The official radio station for Dionne Warwick is 87.7 MeTV. The RiverEdge Park 2019 Season is sponsored by Dunham Fund, Superior Beverage and City of Aurora. Park sponsor is Hollywood Casino Aurora.
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Autumn Picnic with a Classical Music Nature September 14
Fox Valley Music Consortium (FVMC) is hosting a fun-filled Autumn Picnic Gala on Saturday, September 14, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Belle Salle Banquets in Aurora. This adult fundraising event will include entertainment, games and a buffet dinner. There will also be silent and live auctions. FVMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that provides orchestral musical performances for people of all ages and educational opportunities for youth in the Fox Valley community. The organization’s ability to continue to operate is due in large part to the generous support of individual donors and patrons, as well as gifts from businesses and corporations from the community they serve. The FVMC encompasses the Fox Valley Orchestra, Fox Valley Orchestra Chorus, Fox Valley Brass Band, Fox Valley Youth Orchestra, Fox Valley Youth Chorus, and Fox Valley El Sistema programs, plus the newly added Jazz Band and Chamber Singers. They offer many cultural experiences and educational opportunities for adults and
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youth; and provide teachers, instruments, and instructional curriculum for disadvantaged students in after-school programs at 19 public and private schools in Aurora. The FVMC partners with many organizations including the Fox Valley Park District, Communities in Schools, Aurora School Districts 131 and 129, and Covenant Christian School to bring these programs to children eager to learn and experience music. The FVMC’s roots began with the Fox Valley Orchestra (FVO) in 2010 and they later added the Chorus to bring a full symphonic orchestral experience to the city of Aurora, the second largest city in the state, and the surrounding Fox Valley residents. It is a hidden gem and is now considered one of the top three orchestras in the state.
However, “to be accessible to the general public, every orchestra must limit the cost of its tickets. But this means that the orchestra cannot survive on its ticket sales alone. The generous support of the public is necessary,” says Ron Vavrinek, Vice-President of the Fox Valley Music Consortium. The FVO will be celebrating its 10th anniversary during the upcoming 2019/2020 season. For tickets go to www.foxvalleyorchestra.org
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Hamlet, Prince of Denmark Abridged
The Elgin Theatre Company and the Fremont Street Theater Company are pleased to announce their co-production of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark Abridged. The play was written by William Shakespeare and has been adapted and is directed by Thomas Neumann. This production will be part of the 2019 Elgin Fringe Festival. Performances: Performances of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark Abridged will be held at the Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division St., 8th floor, Elgin, Il. 6020. Performances will be on Thursday, September 12, 2019, at 6:00 pm, Friday, September 13, 2019, at 9:00 pm, and Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 7:30 pm. Synopsis: Set in Denmark, the play depicts Prince Hamlet and his revenge against his uncle, Claudius, who has murdered Hamlet’s father in order to seize his throne and marry Hamlet’s mother. Hamlet is Shakespeare’s longest play and is considered among the most powerful and influential works of world literature, with a story
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capable of “seemingly endless retelling and adaptation by others” Now in a new version, specifically adapted for Elgin Fringe Festival, this Epic tale is shortened down to just 40 minutes. Still containing the intrigue, drama, and climactic finale that has made Hamlet the second most filmed story in history, this classic has been adapted to turn a long and broad drama into a small play of family loyalty and betrayal.
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from is never definitively resolved. OSRIC: The foolish courtier who judges the duel. Horatio (18-35) - Hamlet’s close friend, who studied with the prince at the university in Wittenberg. Horatio is loyal and helpful to Hamlet throughout the play. After Hamlet’s death, Horatio remains alive to tell Hamlet’s story. Laertes (18-25) - Polonius’s son and Ophelia’s brother, a young man who spends much of the play in France. Passionate and quick to action, Laertes is clearly a foil for the reflective Hamlet. Gertrude (25-45) - The Queen of Denmark, Hamlet’s mother, recently married to Claudius. Gertrude loves Hamlet deeply, but she is a shallow, weak woman who seeks affection and status more urgently than moral rectitude or truth. Ophelia (18-30) - Polonius’s daughter, a beautiful young woman with whom Hamlet has been in love. Ophelia is a sweet and innocent young girl, who obeys her father and her brother, Laertes. Dependent on men to tell her how to behave, she gives in to Polonius’s schemes to spy on Hamlet. Even in her lapse into madness and death, she remains maidenly, singing songs about flowers and finally drowning in the river amid the flower garlands she had gathered.
To Buy Tickets go to: www.elgin-theatre.org and www.fremontstreeettheater.com
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Happy Together Tour Returns To Aurora’s Paramount Theatre On August 16, 2019 Offering Countless Top 40 Hits In One Great Concert Event If you love the music of the sixties and seventies, you better plan ahead for the tenth anniversary of the Happy Together Tour, an annual end-of-summer tradition at Aurora’s Paramount Theater, Friday, August 16, 2019 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale this week for the 2019 Happy Together Tour, featuring six headline artists responsible for many of the biggest hits of the era: The Turtles, Chuck Negron (formerly of Three Dog Night), Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Buckinghams, The Classics IV and The Cowsills. And yes, these are all the real bands performing their famous hit songs. All tickets are $59.50. Tickets go on exclusive pre-sale only to Paramount subscribers on Wednesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. Tickets go on sale to the
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general public Friday, November 23, at 10 a.m. Buy early, as this show sells out every year. Paramount Theatre is located at 23 E. Galena Blvd. in the heart of downtown Aurora. For tickets and information, visit ParamountAurora.com, call (630) 896-6666, or stop by the Paramount box office, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
About Bernadette Peters Bernadette Peters is one of Broadway’s most critically acclaimed performers. She has garnered numerous accolades including three Tony Awards, a Golden Globe, three Emmy and four Grammy Award nominations and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In addition to her star turn last year on Broadway as Dolly Gallagher Levi in Hello, Dolly!, her other recent theater credits include City Center’s Encores! Production, A Bed and a Chair: A New York Love Affair featuring the music of Stephen Sondheim and orchestrations by Wynton Marsalis and on Broadway, and Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music and Follies. Peters received both the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for her performance in the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, Song and Dance. She also won a Tony Award for her performance in Annie Get Your Gun. She received Tony nominations for her outstanding performances in Sam Mendes’ critically acclaimed revival of Gypsy, in Neil Simon’s The Goodbye Girl, Stephen Sondheim’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Sunday in the Park with George, the Jerry Herman/Gower Champion ode to the movies, Mack and Mabel, and the Leonard Bernstein/Comden and Green musical On The Town. In addition, she earned a Drama Desk nomination for her unforgettable portrayal of the Witch in Sondheim’s Into the Woods.
Broadway Megastar Bernadette Peters To Play Aurora’s Paramount Theatre One-Night-Only, Saturday, August 17 Throughout her amazing career, multi-talented megastar Bernadette Peters has dazzled audiences and critics on stage, film and TV, in concert and on recordings. Best known for her work on stage, the vivacious songstress most recently wowed audiences in the title role in the smash hit Broadway musical Hello, Dolly! On Saturday, August 17 at 8 p.m., Chicagoarea residents will have just one chance to see Bernadette Peters live in concert at the beautiful Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora. Tickets are $49-$99. For tickets and information, visit ParamountAurora.com, call (630) 896-6666, or stop by the Paramount Theatre box office, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Peters also boasts an impressive list of television credits, including Amazon Prime’s highly popular Mozart in the Jungle, which won the 2016 Golden Globe for Best TV Series – Comedy or Musical. She also appears in the CBS All-Access series, The Good Fight, a spin-off of the network’s popular series, The Good Wife. Other TV credits include NBC-TV’s Smash, ABC-TV’s Grey’s Anatomy and Ugly Betty, to name a few. Peters devotes her time and talents to numerous events that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Her “pet project” Broadway Barks, co-founded with Mary Tyler Moore, is an annual, star-studded dog and cat adoption event that benefits shelter animals in the New York City area. She is a New York Times best-selling author who has penned three children’s books: Broadway Barks, Stella is a Star, and Stella and Charlie: Friends Forever. All proceeds from the sale of these books benefit Broadway Barks. She lives in New York with her rescue dogs, Charlie and Rosalia. For more, visit bernadettepeters.com.
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Pheasant Run Resort Announces Mainstage Theatre Performances Offering a Variety of Performances Throughout the Month of August For Guests of All Ages Pheasant Run Resort, a welcoming enclave located in St. Charles, announces Mainstage Theatre performances throughout the month of July. Perfect for a getaway or staycation, Pheasant Run has everything you need to enjoy family fun all summer long! With summer fun activities including; Dive in Movies, Scavenger Hunts, Craft Corner, Bags, and more, you are sure to enjoy your next planned getaway or staycation. Other resort amenities include five restaurants, lively indoor replica of New Orleans’ iconic Bourbon Street, theater, comedy club, spa and indoor/outdoor pool.
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Black Dog With Too Bad Co. - Saturday, August 3 at 8pm Presented by United Talent. Black Dog is more than a tribute. Greg Kaye, John Ziganto, Kevin Ward and Joe Cuttone are faithfully reproducing memories of a rock era where music was grand. For those who weren’t around to experience it, it is a trip down memory lane. For those that never experienced it, it will open a new chapter in great music. Led Zeppelin crosses generational bridges with the pure essence of organic, raw rock energy. It is a privilege to be part of this project. Too Bad Co is the Midwest’s best and truest tribute to the iconic 70’s Rock band, Bad Company, bringing you the gritty, bluesy, soulful vocals of Paul Rodgers and the unmistakable sounds of Mick Ralphs, Simon Kirke, and Boz Burrell, playing classics such as can’t get enough, rock & roll fantasy, shooting star and feel like making love, truly a classic rock must see. Nomadic Horizon With Vai-Able & Cloud Zero - Friday, August 16th at 8pm Presented by United Talent. Nomadic Horizon is a Chicago-based band inspired by classic progressive rock, along with other styles that exhibit texture, dynamics, freeform creativity and originality. Their new album “Crushing Time” is a sonic journey featuring vocal and instrumental tracks that range from freight train rockers to textural trips into the unknown. The unique combination of electric violin and guitar, FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
playing in unison, contrast, and harmony to each other, along with strong vocals, subtle synth textures, and a powerful rhythm section gives Nomadic Horizon a sound all its own. Vai -Able is a group devoted to performing Steve Vai’s music and sharing it with those familiar and those who have never heard him before. If you enjoy instrumental guitar, you will love Vai -Able! Cloud Zero is a talented rock group from Chicago that performs the dynamic and emotionally-charged music of Porcupine Tree, recreating the lush soundscapes and vocal harmonies of their deep progressive rock catalog. Callaloo - Saturday, August 17th at 8pm Presented by United Talent. Callaloo is the best world fusion steel pan group performing original compositions in Chicago. Scott Johnson, composer/arranger, began writing music for Callaloo that was built on strong, sophisticated Latin/Caribbean rhythms and recently began exploring and incorporating other styles, that, when fused, have proven to deliver a powerful musical experience. The percussion based group employs an amalgam of instruments - steel pans, marimba, ethnic percussion, drum set, nylon string guitar, and bass - while combining composed, orchestrated parts with improvisation. The percussionists switch instruments from song to song adding to the visual element of their performance. Eclipse-Chicago - Saturday, August 24th at 8pm Presented by United Talent. Eclipse-Chicago returns to the Mainstage with their Pink Floyd Tribute that delivers the same philosophical lyrics, sonic experimentation, extended compositions and elaborate productions as the London Hall of Famers. Pink Floyd sold more than 48 million copies of “The Wall” and “Darkside of the Moon.” Eclipse passionately rejuvenates these songs and more at every show. Always energetic, memorable and inspiring, “Eclipse” is a multi-media experience that you won’t forget!
Dinner and show packages also available for most performances. For more details on the Mainstage Theatre performances, please visit https://www. pheasantrun.com/entertainment/mainstage-theater.
Summer Fun at The Run
Pool Party with DJ Susanne The party is by the pool! Saturdays this summer enjoy music, games, and activities by Pheasant Run Resort’s outdoor pool. It’s a party atmosphere with fun for the kids and great music. DJ Susanne even takes requests! Enjoy your afternoon with beverages available at the Splash Bar and food just steps away at the Terrace Cafe. Complimentary Admission for guests with wristband. $15 per person for Visitors. Buy pool passes HERE. S’mores Over The Fire Purchase a S’mores kit at the Activities Desk and then settle in around the fire on the Terrace Patio to toast your marshmallows to ooey gooey perfection before sandwiching with deliciously melty bite of chocolate. This is where family memories are made. Complimentary Caricatures By Bruce - Select Fridays and Saturdays On select Fridays and Saturdays this summer you’ll find Bruce making caricature sketches out on Bourbon Street. These are complementary and available on a first come, first served basis. Nine and Dine Golf Outings - August 10th, & September 14th Mix up your date night routine with the Nine & Dine golf outing events this summer! The two of you will enjoy getting out on the golf course with nine holes of golf followed by a delicious dinner created by our very own Chef Tiffany at Pheasant Run Resort. Oncourse golf contests are included. Labor Day Weekend - August 30th, 31st, September 1, & September 2 Celebrate the unofficial end of summer at our End of Summer Luau Labor Day weekend! Savor these last few days of summer with DJ Susanne pool parties. We’ll be serving up grilled Caribbean style food on the patio and cold beverages at the Splash Bar! The kids will enjoy a variety of themed activities and of course dive-in movies! After dark the party moves on to Bourbon Street with more live entertainment. For more information visit https://www.pheasantrun. com/labor-day.
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Vince Carone Thu, Aug. 8 to Sat, Aug. 10
Show Start Times: Thursday 7:30 pm Friday 8:00 pm Saturday 7:30 & 9:45 pm
Vince Carone who has been described as “A ranting blue-collar rep for America’s true voice” is coming off his 4threlease “I Plead the First” (2017). Performing since 2001, Carone, who is no stranger to the comedy scene, has become known for his fast-talking, quickwitted, over-the-top rants, combined with a dominating stage presence. His ability to rattle off more material in one show than most could do in a weekend is what keeps the crowd engaged during his verbal assault. Carone refuses to relent until he steps off the stage. The chaotic, cathartic, complaints by Carone are summed up by his own public service announcement: “Better check the Doppler, there’s a sh*t-storm coming your way!”
Leonard Ouzts Fri, Aug. 9
Ouzts is still a young comic, but his appealing history – which is full of terrible jobs, like being a waiter at IHOP – and loads of self-doubt give this natural talent plenty of fodder for his act. Leonard has goals to entertain all across the country and take comedy by the horns. His long term aspirations include acting, major tours, and possibly writing a book about his experiences. “I love entertaining, but what I found most gratifying is when I was 18 years old and performed a 5 minute set in a club in front of 125 strangers. At the end of the show, a 47 year old gentleman told me he lost his job and his home, but all my jokes somehow made him forget all that. That will stay with me forever.” FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2019
Andy Woodhull Thu, Aug. 15 to Sat, Aug. 17
Andy recently appeared The Late Late Show with James Corden. He has also appeared on Conan. He has a half hour special on Comedy Central. In 2014 he was the first comedian to make his network television debut on the Tonight Show: Starring Jimmy Fallon. In 2009 he appeared on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham. Andy is a resident of Chicago, where he was named one of four comedians to watch by the Chicago Tribune.
Ralphie Roberts Thu, Aug. 22 to Sat, Aug. 24
Don’t let the innocent face and the shy smile fool you RALPHIE ROBERTS is a comedian ready to make you laugh. Some of the comedy clubs RALPHIE has frequently performed at includes Zanies, the Improv Funnybones in Columbus, Toledo Orlando and Des Moines the Comedy Café in Milwaukee he has performed at a number of colleges including Bradley University the University at Buffalo as well as other clubs and colleges all over the Midwest.
WGN Radio’s Steve Cochran & Friends Fri, Aug. 23, 2019
Join WGN’s STEVE COCHRAN, host of Chicago’s #1 morning Radio Talk Show along with show regular and Musicale Director JOHN DACOSSE, and Special Guest WGN Television
morning show Announcer MIKE TOOMEY for a Night of Laughs.
Eliot Chang Thu, Aug. 29 to Sat, Aug. 31 Eliot Chang has recorded two 30-minute Comedy Central Half Hour specials, and is known for his comedy videos where he destroys audience hecklers. No stranger to TV, he has also been on Chelsea Lately on E!, AXS TV’s Gotham Comedy Live, and has appeared on both Showtime and HBO.
Rob Sherwood Thu, Sep. 5 to Sat, Sep. 7 ROB SHERWOOD was born in New York and is presently living in Las Vegas. He has been doing standup for ten years and has developed a charismatic stage presence that captivates audiences locally as well as those on the road. A variety of life experiences have given the comic material to draw from for his act. Playing music was ROB’sfirst show business love. He is an accomplished drummer and joined his first band at the age of 11. ROB also spent many years behind the scenes as a light and sound technician. His likeability, talent, and humor made him a favorite with coworkers and stars alike. The backstage experience has given him a unique comedic insight to show business on the Las Vegas Strip. The lighter side of Las Vegas culture (aka. smoking, drinking, and gambling) is explored on stage and appeals to folks all over the country. ROB is married with four children in all shapes and sizes. He easily relates to the audience with his family material. The audience laughs at him, with him, and most importantly at themselves as well. FoxValleyMagazine.com
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William P. Boznos is the founding attorney of Boznos Law. He brings a unique 360 degree perspective to its advice and advocacy. He has served as in house senior counsel for a Fortune 500 Company for over a decade. In addition, he has served as Director of Human Resources and Vice President of Human Resources for both privately held and large publicly held companies for years, including Harrah’s Casinos, the largest gaming operation in the world. This unique background gave him an unprecedented access to company CEO’s, human resources departments, and the corporate insight you need. He has represented both individuals and business owners.
If you thought website accessibility was only for your customers, think again! BY BILL BOZNOS, BOZNOS LAW OFFICE In today’s workplace, most employers have gone (kicking and screaming) into the digital age as it relates to their employment practices. Prospective employees fill out on-line applications that are filtered by OCR programs designed to seek out relevant key words in order to pass along an applicant to a company. Many companies now use on-line employment applications. Employee manuals and policy and procedure guidelines are now digitally stored and are only accessible through the use of a computer. If a visually impaired applicant or employee cannot access these materials, chances are that your business may be missing out on qualified applicant or worse, become the target for claims under the Americans With Disabilities (“ADA) Act.
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“Employers need to take notice of this growing trend as we continue to move further into the digital age.” The EEOC’s Guidance on the Americans With Disabilities Act provides that: [a]n employer must provide a reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability that will enable the individual to have an equal opportunity to participate in the application process and be considered for the job (unless it can show an undue hardship.)” Many retailers who sell their wares on line have learned (some the hard way), that they must make their offerings on line accessible to consumers with visual or auditory disabilities. Employers who use on line applications can be targets for visually or auditorily impaired applicants, or potentially a group of applicants who were unable to apply for a job simply because he or she could not read the content of the on line application. While public accommodation cases involving potential customers result only in the payment of the claimant’s attorney’s fees, cases involving job applicants who have been denied the ability to seek employment because of a physical impairment can result in significant amounts being paid in damages. Employers need to take notice of this growing trend as we contin-
ue to move further into the digital age. Cutting edge companies with on line presences have moved to a “plug in” that allows for ADA compliance throughout the site, including all information contained on the site as well as the employment application itself. These plug ins can also be used on a company’s intranet site so that all the information is likewise accessible to existing employees. And as a final note, consider whether the law firm an employer uses has an ADA complaint website. Ours (http//www.boznoslawoffice. com) is fully ADA compliant. If you turn to an attorney that professes to be and employment law expert, yet their own website is not ADA compliant, it is a sign that they are behind the times. Is that who you really want representing your business in a time of need? With over 34 years’ experience in advising employers and employees on workplace issues, let Boznos Law work with you to ensure you are ready to meet the challenges posed by the changes to the employment laws. Call Bill Boznos today at (630) 375-1958 or contact us at www. boznoslawoffice.com/contact-us through our website.
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Billy Idol in Concert at Naperville Ribfest
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