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VOLUME 2 | ISSUE 4

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s we move into 2018, EVANSTON Woman is creating new arms with wonderful community residents and leaders who have great ideas that will enhance our readership and bridge relationships that will lend to support non-profit organizations, small and women/men minority businesses.

Thank you to the The Woman’s Club of Evanston for paving the path for our community. For over 130 years The Woman’s Club of Evanston has fostered leadership, service, and philanthropy. Today, The Woman’s Club of Evanston is continuing to build, restore, and unify through their service programs. I ask each of you to join me on Opening Night of the Reveue “All Things REconsidered” March 8, benefiting the McGaw YMCA Men’s Residence Program.

This issue of Evanston Woman is dedicated to Karen Singer, CEO and President of YWCA Evanston/North Shore.

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6 The Woman’s Club of Evanston: Serving the Community for Over 130 Years!

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DEPARTMENTS 3 Wellness Josie Tenore, M.D. with My Fresh Skin Shares Success in Wellness Resolutions 9 Relationships Healthy Relationship Advice with Dr. Tari Mack, Clinical Psychologist and Dating/Relationship Expert 11 Art/Life/Culture Meet the Women Improving the Lives of Young Adults, Founders, Shoshana N. Axler and Christine Anderson with Options for College Success 12 Shop Local with Central Street Editor-in-chief Linda Del Bosque Photography Jennifer Schuman Graphic Designer Maribel Lopez Advertising Office 847-722-5654

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WELLNESS down your health goals. What would you 1 WRITE like to change? Why? How do you want to feel? Be very specific and detailed. Keep this on your nightstand and READ IT EVERY MORNING. Set your day with good intentions.

ONE small change and be committed to it.

2 Make For example, cut out sugary drinks; or increase your water intake (Goal: drink half your body weight in ounces of water); or walk a minimum of 7,000 steps per day (Goal: 10,000 steps). a calendar to log your results and evaluate 3 Keep monthly. Know that you will not be perfect every

SUCCESS IN WELLNESS RESOLUTIONS

BY JOSIE TENORE, M.D.

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n January, most of us have already made a list of resolutions to strive for this year, some of which are health related. Motivation is greater the first couple weeks of the new year, and then something happens. Fear sets in, we begin to doubt ourselves, and we’ve decided that we are going to fail to keep the resolutions we set. Why does motivation wane and self-doubt creep in so quickly?

Most of us set resolutions that are far from attainable.

Lofty goals are great to have, but if you want to actually make changes, especially those that involve health, you need to think big, and start small.

Our lives are quite busy, far different from years past, so making drastic changes that add to your plate will only cause stress and set you up for failure. The point of setting resolutions is to grow for the better, and keeping them will allow you to reap the rewards. Let’s get you on that path. Here are 5 Tips to Ensure that your Goals are Achievable:

day. If you slip up, do NOT stop. The goal is to get you moving in the right direction. Keep it up. Each month when you review your calendar, you should see progress. That will feel good and will motivate you to keep on it. Side Note – There are tons of studies that talk about the act of writing your goals which correlates to being more successful in the end results. I’m sure you have heard of vision boards. Same concept. Even if you are a digital person, log your efforts on a good ole’ print calendar. Keep it on your nightstand.

At the 90-day mark, if you are on track, then con4 sider adding another change and so on. The final result should be to have made 2-4 changes by the end of the year. started TODAY. Don’t put off making changes 5 Get because your well-being depends on it. You CAN do this!

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Dr. Josie completed her medical training at the University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, in 1984. In 1998, she earned a Master of Science in Public Health from Harvard University. This allowed her to work with world-renowned specialists and offer state-of-the-art medical care to her patients. She is also board certified in Integrative Medicine.

Her passion for educating others led Dr. Josie to teach at several medical schools: the University of Toronto (her alma mater); Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island; and Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. In addition, she has authored many scientific articles in well-recognized medical journals. She owns FreshSkin Medical Spa & Wellness Center presently serving as Medical Director, and is an advanced injection techniques trainer for Suneva Medical.

Local Club Redefines ‘Women’s Work’

For almost 130 years, the Woman’s Club of Evanston has been “building community, friendship and leaders” through its charitable work on Chicago’s North Shore.

BY DEBORAH CASSELL

WCE Revue

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t’s a Tuesday evening at the Woman’s Club of Evanston, and nearly 50 women of various ages and backgrounds are gathered inside the historic 115-year-old clubhouse. They are current Woman’s Clubbers and prospective members who have come to learn just what goes on at the red brick building on the corner of Chicago Avenue and Church Street.

“What brought you here tonight?” members ask newcomers warmly.

“I recently moved to Evanston and want to meet new people,” says one.

“I’ve got two children and need to get out of the house,” replies another.

“I have a friend who belongs here and loves it,” says one more.

There is something for everyone at the WCE, which currently has about 350 members and continues to grow.

“New members join for many reasons,” explains Membership Chair Teresa Grodsky. “Most want to give back to the community. Some women like the networking. Others with young families or new to the area are seeking the opportunity to meet other women with common interests.” President Rona Green Taylor adds, “The most rewarding aspect of my membership has been the connections that I have made—everything from the friendships to having the opportunity to lead the organization to developing a real sense of rootedness in the community.

Then and Now The women are called to attention by Assistant Membership Chair Elaine Lev, who invites them to have a seat and shares a bit of club history:

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“In 1889, Mrs. Elizabeth Boynton, Ph.D., invited 20 friends to her home to discuss the issues of the day and the ways in which they might help to improve their community. This group came to be known as the Woman’s Club of Evanston.

When Boynton’s home became too small to accommodate the women and all their activities, they devised a plan to build a headquarters that could serve their membership and the community. In 1911, they purchased a lot on this corner, and in 1913, the building opened.

Both the building and the club have played an integral role in Evanston and the surrounding area. The group became a highly constructive force by responding to local needs and taking on critical social issues:

Service Program: Dreams Delivered

• They canned fruits and vegetables to donate to local charities—7,000 jars in one season during World War I.

Right now, rehearsals are underway for the 68th Annual WCE Revue, to benefit the McGaw YMCA’s Men’s Residence Program. Club members write, direct, and produce the show, which features song parodies in styles ranging from Broadway to country to pop music. Performances are March 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, and 17.

For tickets, visit wce-all-things-reconsidered.eventbrite.com.

• When a typhoid fever epidemic threatened the community, the 28-year-old city did not have a hospital, so the members rented a house and equipped it to care for the victims.

In April, the club will host its Dreams Delivered Prom Boutique—offering a selection of formal dresses, accessories, shoes, and jewelry—which ensures that every ETHS girl, regardless of means, can attend her senior prom.

• They set up the first rural delivery library.

In May, club members will don formal attire for the annual Spring Benefit. This year’s black-tie event will raise funds for the YWCA Evanston/North Shore Bridges longer-term housing for survivors of domestic violence.

• WCE prepared and delivered an average of 200 meals per day during the 1918 influenza outbreak.

• They paid the salaries of Evanston’s first visiting nurse, milk inspector, and probation officer.

• When a smallpox outbreak occurred, they raised seed money for an emergency hospital, which is now NorthShore Evanston Hospital.”

Today, the WCE donates countless hours to disadvantaged men, women, and children through community outreach and philanthropy. Various committees provide opportunities to contribute to projects big and small. Its tagline — “Building community, friendship and leaders”— says it all.

“The WCE is continually striving to improve our presence in the community in order to maximize our impact on addressing the needs of the most vulnerable of our citizens,” says Community Outreach Chair Jean-Marie Freise. For example, the club works with partner agencies such as Deacon’s Closet and Soup Kitchen. And its Sewing Circle meets regularly to create baby layettes, cancer comfort pillows, and adaptive clothing for injured U.S. service personnel.

Each year, the Woman’s Club accepts grant applications from organizations in need of assistance and designates funds based on a different giving focus, which it raises for the selected beneficiaries though its events.

Each fall, the annual Holiday Bazaar opens its doors to the public. The juried gift fair features artists and makers of handcrafted, one-of-a-kind items ranging from jewelry to knitwear to specialty foods.

“The talent, hard work, and dedication of our membership is what makes me most proud,” Taylor says. “Our members donate thousands of volunteer hours every year, and we raise an average of $144,000 every year for local nonprofits—nearly $1.5 million over the past decade and much, much more over our 128-year history. It’s a great feeling to know that what we do has a tangible impact on our community.”

But it’s not all work and no play at WCE. Members bond during annual dinners and ongoing social activities such as movie outings, book club, game nights, and enrichment programs.

Come Back Soon By 8 p.m., the program has ended and many prospective members are signing up to lend their talents and time to the WCE. It is a scene familiar to members of their beloved organization, which not only makes everyone feel welcome, but has redefined the work women do in the community. To learn more, visit www.wcofe.org.

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, , Don t Wait Until Valentine s Day To Celebrate Your Relationship

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BY DR. TARI MACK

alentine’s Day is around the corner. This is typically a day when we celebrate our relationship and appreciate our partner. Awesome! But what if we decided to do that every once in awhile, even when it isn’t Valentine’s Day?

We all want to be acknowledged and appreciated. It’s a human need that often goes unmet. Finding ways to show our partner or spouse that we see and love the person they are, that we have gratitude for the way they show up for us, will feed the good in our relationship and fortify and strengthen it.

What are some ways you can acknowledge your partner or make them feel special? Simply verbalizing the things you like and appreciate about them is a very powerful way to do this. We all go through the world, sprinkling our talents and gifts around, with a very rare acknowledgment of all the things we do and offer. Hearing from your partner that they see and appreciate these qualities and gifts feels good. And it strengthens the connection between the two of you. You can do this spontaneously or plan with your partner to set aside a few minutes each day to share 3 appreciations with each other. This conscious act of ap-

preciating each other adds to the feelings of intimacy in a relationship.

Writing notes of gratitude or love is another easy way to make your partner smile. Hide a note with their lunch, purse or wallet for them to find when they are in the middle of their day. Knowing that you took the time to write a note just for them is sure to make their heart race.

On Valentine’s Day, buy the chocolates, the flowers, or the wine. Sure, get your partner a gift you know they will enjoy.

But accompany it with specific words of gratitude, appreciation and acknowledgment. This is the best gift you can give. And please don’t wait until Valentine’s Day to give this gift to the person you love.

Dr. Tari Mack is a clinical psychologist, a dating and relationship expert, and creator of The Path of Joy Blog.

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n the corner of Maple and Grove sits an office with a dedicated team who care about the future of young adults with learning challenges. The mission of Options for College Success is to support post-secondary students with learning challenges and disabilities to develop the skills, confidence, and courage to live and work independently. Born and raised in Chicago, Shoshana N. Axler was a classroom teacher as well as a mentor for many years in the Chicago area. She earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Rhode Island College.

Her commitment to young adults created an ongoing connection with former students and their families.

For over 40 years, Christine Anderson has been in the education field. She began at an inner-city school in Savannah Georgia. Anderson quickly realized there were many students with learning difficulties that were not being addressed by the school. She decided she was going to help those students. She transferred to the Savannah Association for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities. After bringing up her family in the Chicago area, Anderson returned to the workforce, first as a director for an alternative high school and then as a director for a national program for young adults with learning challenges.

In 2008 Christine Anderson, with Shoshana Axler opened Options for College Success with the drive to advocate and support the population of learning challenged post-secondary students, unlocking new abilities and talents through academic support. As the years passed, the program developed more services to meet the needs of the community. These include finance skill building, independent living skills, vocational counseling and support, social skills, and organizing almost daily social events.

Without their program, many of these students would be at home with nothing to look forward to, and parents may feel at a loss for what to do next. The students who engage in the program either earn a degree from a school of their choosing, a certificate or learn a skill so that they can get a job they want. Options for College Success

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Options for College Success is developing a high school program to provide students with an early start on the skills that are being taught. In addition, an adult program is being developed to help people over 30 learn job skills, prepare for academics and test preparation, and develop finance management skills. A future scholarship program is also in the works to provide all services to those in need.

Options for College Success is committed to their students and future student, and continue to develop their program and services.

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