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Chicago and Glenbrook North High School before transferring to New Trier Township High School. She finished her bachelor's degree at the University of Illinois before getting her master’s at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. Barr then went to work briefly for legendary Chicago PR sage Margie Korshak. During her brief time working for Margie Korshak Inc., she escorted Howard Schultz, CEO of a little upstart coffee company called Starbucks, around to various radio stations in Chicago so he could promote his idea of how gourmet coffee was going to be the next big thing. After working as Managing Editor of Today’s Chicago Woman, Barr was itching for an experience abroad, She packed up her suitcase, bicycle, and laptop and took off for Israel to work as a Managing Editor for

Minister Yitzhak Rabin, PLO Leader Yasser Arafat, and President Bill Clinton, on the South Lawn of the White House. She ended up coming back to Chicago and was at the Chicago Sun-Times for a couple of years before she started her fiction writing career in earnest. Her first book, Fugitive Colors, was published in 2013, and a second, The Unbreakables, followed in 2019. The Chicago debut for her latest novel, Woman on Fire, took place at the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center on March 10. “I really started writing my first manuscript at 23 and it didn't go anywhere, but I’ve always been a ‘never give up and take no for an answer type of person’,” Barr says. “So, I would work at my day job as a journalist and then at night I would work on my fiction,” Barr says her work as a journalist contributes much to her fiction writing. “I feel like my journalism training makes me a much stronger writer of fiction, especially when it comes to suspense and historical fiction,” she says. “It really taught me plot and tempo and how to get in and out of a chapter and kind of leave a cliffhanger.” One of the themes that run through all three of her books is art—stolen art, in particular. Her first book, Fugitive Colors, was about stolen art from the perspective of the artist. Barr says it was an intensive

Lisa Barr at a signing of her second novel, The Unbreakables.

the Jerusalem Post, where she launched the paper’s first weekend section. “It was the best job of my life. It was fascinating and terrifying. I kind of left everything,” Barr says. “The challenge was exciting, and I was covering everything from profiling visiting presidents and prime ministers to covering terrorism.” One of Barr’s biggest stories was, upon returning to the U.S. for a family event, stopping in Washington, D.C. to cover the iconic handshakes between Israeli Prime THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND

book that took nearly 10 years to write, including four years of research traveling out

of the country to do interviews. “My middle book was kind of sexy women’s fiction, a real departure, but my main character was also an artist, a sculptor from Chicago,” she says. “For my latest one, I was really itching to go back to my stolen-art roots. When you're a journalist and you really research something you kind of become a quasi-expert, and for this one I wanted to do it from the painting’s perspective.” The plot of Woman on Fire centers on a journalist for the Chicago Sun-Times, Jules Roth, who for her first assignment is tasked by the paper’s lead investigative reporter to track down a painting that was stolen by the Nazis nearly 75 years earlier. A renowned shoe designer, Ellis Baum, wants the painting, but his days are numbered. Meanwhile, in Europe, a wellheeled French gallerist is also on the hunt for the painting, the most famous work by legendary Expressionist Ernst Engel. Romance and intrigue ensue. With stolen Nazi loot often in today’s headlines, Barr wanted to write a story that connects with today.

“I wanted to do something really strong, really provocative, that relates to stolen art, using all my background as a journalist to answer questions really directly,” she says. “I'm kind of a news junkie so whatever I write in my fiction, the kernel comes from a news story.” The book has been optioned for a movie and it was confirmed recently that the actor Sharon Stone has agreed to play the lead role. "Sharon Stone is the original Woman on Fire,” Barr says. “The book is filled with strong, fiery women, and I knew in my heart that Sharon—brilliant and dynamic—is the right fit to bring my novel to the big screen." Woman on Fire has received a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly and Katie Couric has listed the book as one of her top reads for 2022. Barr says she knew she was on to something while writing it. She believes that when she has a great story she just “feels it.” It’s a physical feeling. Each of the two main characters—both female— reflect her strong and fiery personality. “This was the one I had to write no matter what and I'm really excited about it because I think it combines everything that I'm about—knowing history, and strong, risky journalistic pursuits,” she says. “It's a woman versus woman showdown, and it's a good match. It was actually very fun to write that aspect of the story.” Woman on Fire by Lisa Barr was published by HarperCollins Publishers and is available for purchase at harpercollins.com and other online booksellers.

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BRIGHT FUTURES AFTER HOLDING ITS ANNUAL GALA VIRTUALLY THE PAST TWO YEARS, HYDE PARK DAY SCHOOL WILL BE HOSTING IT IN PERSON THIS YEAR AT ROCKWELL ON THE RIVER IN CHICAGO. BY MITCH HURST THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND

Hyde Park Day School (HPDS) will host its annual gala, “There’s No Place Like HPDS,” on April 8 at Rockwell on the River in Chicago to raise funds for scholarships for students. The school, with campuses in Northfield, in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, and Lemont, serves bright kids with learning disabilities. “We give our students remediation and selfadvocacy skills and prepare them for the transition back to traditional classrooms,” says Dr. Casey Crnich, Executive Director of HPDS. “Our model is we have kids who struggle in some aspect of schooling, usually reading, writing, or math. They come to us, and we work on their strengths as well as areas that they are challenged.” Crnich joined HPDS a year after it was started in an old, converted chapel more than 20 years ago with just four students. It grew quickly and in 2004 the campus in Northfield opened its doors. Today, it serves more than 170 students across its three campuses. The gala on April 8 will raise funds for the

Bright Futures Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for needy students. The

school maintains a five-to-one student-teacher ratio, making the cost of tuition out of reach for

Scenes from past Hyde Park Day School scholarship fundraisers.

many parents. “Our staffing costs are really expensive which makes tuition very expensive,” Crnich says. “So, the whole purpose of this event is to support scholarships for families who would not otherwise be able to afford the tuition.” Crnich says the school provided $474,000 worth of scholarships this year and the gala is a critical source of fund-

ing, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. “This is our flagship fundraiser. We'll do other, smaller fundraisers throughout the year and an annual appeal, but this really is an opportunity for the community to come together,” he says. “It's also very focused on raising funds for kids.” The gala on April 8 will feature a live and silent auction of items such as trip getaways, show tickets, and one-of-a-kind art pieces. Cocktail hour begins at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and presentations at 8 p.m.. This year, the school will be honoring outgoing principals Evan Hammontree of Chicago and Jay Smith of Lemont. Crnich says that while the primary purpose of the gala is to raise critical funds for kids to be able to attend school, it’s also a good time. “We’re there to raise money for scholarships, but it's a really fun night with good music, good food, and good drinks and an opportunity for families who have been impacted by learning disabilities to come together and celebrate the kids. we work with.” For more information about the Hyde Park Day School annual gala, There’s No Place Like HPDS, visit 2022hpdsgala.givesmart.com.

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We are so proud to have launched Compass in Highland Park Janet Borden and Allison Silver pride themselves on protecting their clients’ interests with the utmost integrity and listening to their needs and wants to achieve the best possible results. Leveraging the top technology platform in the industry and using innovative marketing allows their clients to gain a competitive edge when buying or selling properties on the North Shore. Borden and Silver have their clients’ backs and are with them every step of the way earning 100% 5-star reviews and hundreds of successful transactions. For superior representation, call us for all of your buying and

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Why Compass? Compass offers us the perfect combination of a national company with local reach. The technology and customer focused solutions they offer to both their agents and clients is unparalleled to any other brokerage.

Q+A with Lotzof Malk Residential

Jacqueline Lotzof (Left)

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Stephanie Malk (Right)

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What motivated you to get into Real Estate? Jacqueline: Having grown up in a “real estate family” with my father as a luxury home builder, real estate has always been part of who I am. Much of my childhood was spent on job sites + living through renovations, and I couldn’t imagine doing anything else! Stephanie: I’ve always been obsessed with looking at houses and honestly, Jacqueline motivated me to make a career out of it! I worked in corporate ad sales for 14 years and once I had children, the travel schedule really took a toll on me. Jacqueline helped me achieve my goal of wanting to remain in sales, but at the same time keep things “local.” NO.02

What makes you / your team unique?

Sharel Shindler

Natalie Kreiter

Jennifer Boudreau

We pride ourselves on helping everybody find their community. A home search extends much beyond the actual house. We help with every aspect of getting settled, ranging from schools, parks,

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restaurants to doctors, hair salons and everything in between!

Favorite thing about Highland Park?

We also prioritize connecting with our clients and the community

We could never name just one! From the amazing brunch spots,

via social media. We share everything with our followers —

workout classes, lakefront, beach, farmers markets, offerings for

real estate tips, coming soon listings, market trends, interior

kids/families, proximity to Highwood, the list goes on and on!

design tips and our favorite local businesses. We want to be an

We love to support local businesses, so we highlight one of our

accessible resource to all!

favorites every month on our Instagram Live series, First Fridays.

LOT ZO F M A L K R E S I D E N T I A L

lotzofmalk@compass.com

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Q+A with Beth Alberts of The Alberts + Maletsky Team

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What motivated you to get into Real Estate? I got into real estate because it feels good to help people and I love interior design. I also wanted a career that would allow me to work in the town where I live and build ties in my community. Real estate gives me the opportunity to run my own business and provide an important service to people that I truly care about. NO.02

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Why Compass?

Most important Real Estate tip you have:

I chose Compass because Compass is invested in me and

Really understanding the market and the process of buying and

my fellow agents. The agents at Compass are the best in the

selling a home requires the help of a local real estate professional.

business and the culture encourages collaboration and bringing

There is no substitute for going into hundreds of houses to

each other up. Compass provides me with the most incredible

appreciate value and in today’s fast paced market you need

opportunities to strengthen my skills, as well as the technology

strategies in place to get the best terms for your sale or to win in

that has improved my efficiency so much that I have more time

multiple offers. With so many homes never making it to market,

to take care of my clients, my family and myself.

you are likely missing out on your dream home or leaving money on the table without the help of an experienced agent.

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My favorite thing about living in Highland Park is the accessibility

What makes you / your team unique?

of the many beaches. I absolutely love being near the water.

Our team is unique because we are hyper focused on impeccable

My second favorite thing is the urban feel that comes from the

customer service and doing things the right way. We strive to

dynamic people who live here. Living in Highland Park doesn’t feel

not only provide the best experience for our clients, but also to

like I live away from the action because so many of us still have a

work productively with other agents. It’s never about us. We put

connection to the city. We have great restaurants, great fashion

others’ needs ahead of our own because we genuinely care and

and a lot of super smart, creative and interesting neighbors.

want to build lifelong relationships based on trust.

BETH ALBERTS

beth.alberts@compass.com

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773.991.2560

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Favorite thing about Highland Park?

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Why Compass? After a combined 30-year successful real estate career and a global pandemic, we needed to re-evaluate our clients’ needs and the rapidly changing real estate industry. Compass offered us cutting edge technology, a national presence and a uniquely collaborative culture which enables us to best serve our clients. NO.02

What drew you both to Real Estate? Ellen: My love of architecture, design, and people along with some match-making skills made real estate the perfect fit for me! Rebecca: My mother and father! I was the daughter of two dynamic real estate professionals who were great mentors, and they passed down their real estate gene to me. NO.03

What makes you / your team unique? We offer a multi-generational approach bringing different skill sets to the home buying and selling experience. Our broad demographics provide access to a large network that benefits our clients and offers creative solutions to successfully navigate the

real estate process.

Photos taken at The Branch at Hazel James Home

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ellen.chukerman@compass.com

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Most important Real Estate tips you have:

Why do you love what you do?

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! You can always change the

Each day is different! We love the unpredictable nature of our

paint colors or lay hardwood floors but you can never change the

business. All in a days work, we problem solve, stage homes, meet

location of your home which will always be the most important

new people and make long lasting relationships!

attribute.

Favorite things about the North Shore: The North Shore is lucky to have world class amenities like the Chicago Botanic Garden, Ravinia Music Festival and a gorgeous Lakefront. Each community on the North Shore has its own unique personality and outstanding education choices which draws back generations to raise their families. NO.06

What was the highlight of 2021? The suburbs are COOL again and interest rates remained LOW! We welcomed Millenials to the land of green space, home offices and space for their Peloton! After many years of slow migration,

Now, more than ever, the expertise of a real estate professional matters in the purchase or sale of your home.

Covid proved to be the final push to move North.

REBECCA GILBERG

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rebecca.gilberg@compass.com

312.401.3317

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His Clients Say it Best Darren Allen of Highland Park

Testimonials “When it comes to customer service, Darren has got that on point. He made the whole process so much easier and less stressful by communicating with you like you are a friend and a customer at

“Darren has exceeded expectations in all aspects of the home

the same time. He made sure that everything was taken care of

buying experience. He was very accommodating and open to

and was also very responsive whether it be text or phone call.

showing my wife and I properties any time during the week

Thank you very much Darren for everything you did. I hope we

and on weekends. After we found the house we wanted to buy,

cross paths again.”

Darren was intimately involved in the offer negotiations with the seller’s agent, and we were able to purchase the property

— BUYER

without being the highest bidder (he’s that good). We had a

“Darren was the perfect agent for this first-time homebuyer

few issues with the house prior to closing; Darren led the charge

who didn’t know much about the whole process. Literally took

with that as well, and was able to resolve all punch list items,

less than two months for me to get my new place straight from

including plumbing, garage door and air conditioner unit items,

showing! Would be very willing to work with him again when I

prior to closing. Darren also has many high quality contacts

purchase more property in the future. I would also highly refer

(attorney, contractors, etc.). We used his recommended attorney

him to any friends or family looking to purchase homes soon.”

contact, who was also excellent throughout the process, and very thorough in the review of all documents during the closing.

— BUYER

We highly recommend Darren if you are looking to purchase a property in the greater Chicagoland area.”

“Darren sold our condo quickly and painlessly. He was very responsive and guided us in our move out of state.” — Seller

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— BUYER

“Simply put, Darren is an incredible real estate agent. I feel lucky that my husband and I serendipitously met him. He is patient, a great listener, and honest. But he’s a great negotiator too, and a huge plus to have on your side of a deal. I highly recommend Darren.” — BUYER

darren.allen@compass.com

224.707.2500

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Best piece of advice you’ve ever received? “Work hard. Stay humble.” This was an amazing piece of advice

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as I am able to carry it not only in my business but in life. Success is a wonderful thing, but staying humble is equally as important. By practicing gratitude and remembering my roots and how I

Q+A with Mada Hitchmough

have been able to get to where I am today, has made all the difference in the world.

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Why Real Estate? I have always had a passion for architecture and design. My background is in nursing and I’m still very motivated to help people and I found that being a Realtor has blended both of those skills together perfectly. I love the fact that real estate allows me to provide emotional support and guidance to my clients while providing endless opportunities for growth. NO.02

What’s your favorite thing about Compass? I was so impressed not only with Compass’ support, marketing, management and company climate, but also the backstory of how the company was started — our Founder + CEO was inspired to start this company by his longtime real estate agent mother. I’m also part of our Compass Cares team that raises money for local charities along the Northshore. This has been a wonderful experience and honor, and I love our group of agents. NO.05

Advice for current buyers / sellers?

Favorite thing about the North Shore:

One of the most important tips I can give is to find the right agent

My favorite thing about the North Shore is the amazing culture

for you. I believe that I am part of my clients team. Collectively,

and people I have met. I grew up in Highland Park (currently live

we travel through the home buying and selling process together.

in Highwood) and have seen so many positive changes while still

It can be very emotional and you want to make sure the person

holding on to the rich history of the area. We have a beautiful lake

who is by your side during this process is knowledgeable, honest,

front, wonderful towns and many amazing social events.

and listens to your concerns. Teamwork makes the dreamwork.

M A D A H I TC H M O U G H

mada.hitchmough@compass.com

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847.732.2970

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Meet Bleu Randall Bleu’s focus is to help make the process of buying and selling your home easy and enjoyable. With a great attitude, exceptional skills, and experience in negotiating, Bleu is available all times to assist you, answer any questions, and offer guidance. Bleu’s background includes attendance at Cornell College and Columbia College where she received her BA. With an interest in art and photography, she has a great eye for finding potential in any project or the preparation of your home for sale. As a Chicago native, she is familiar with the city as well as the suburbs and travels from the North Shore to the South Shore to find you the perfect property!

B LEU R A N DA LL bleu.randall@compass.com 773.895.0393

Marla Fox is North Shore One team, one country, one mission. Find your place in the North Shore. Born and raised on the North Shore, Marla joined Compass with the intention of providing her clients with the experience needed to meet their buying and selling objectives. Compass’ tech driven platform allows her to do just that. She stays involved and invested in every aspect of the transaction, and is committed to making the process as smooth and rewarding as possible. Marla has raised her own family on the North Shore since 2004 and continues to be an active member of the community.

MARL A FOX marlafox.com marla.fox@compass.com 312.388.0456

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100% of Ali’s buyers and sellers have given her services 5-star reviews.

Ali Lerner: Who you work with matters. Testimonials “Ali Lerner is the Real Estate agent you have always wanted. She is experienced, insightful, professional, and a lot of fun to work with. I bought my personal home and three investment properties with Ali’s help. She has proven herself time and again to be trustworthy, responsive, and RIGHT! I simply cannot recommend her enough.” — PHILIP LAZARUS

“I have never had a better experience working with such a smart, determined and overall amazing human being than I did when Ali sold my house in Wilmette. She is the opposite of lazy and an absolute pleasure to work with!” — TA R A B L I T Z

so well and is extremely responsive. She genuinely cares about her clients and will not stop working until she helps you find the right home, even ones that are not listed. We are so grateful we worked with her and highly recommend her to others!” — JESSICA + ALEX HAAS

“I’m leaving 5 stars only because I can’t leave more stars. Working with Ali was literally life-changing. She is such an amazing professional that it inspires me to do better at my own job. Ali went above and beyond to help my family find a home. She has to be the best at her profession, I would recommend her to anyone seeking a realtor, you will be doing yourself a favor. The experience of working with her was so nice it makes me want

“Ali was so great, very responsive, friendly, and understanding!

to buy another house. Ali is very kind, excellent communicator,

We very much appreciated all the work she did for us, and it

and a very hard worker. I’m just completely mind-blown about the

ultimately resulted in us getting our dream home!”

entire experience and can’t express enough gratitude.”

— D AV I D + A M A N D A K L E I N WA C H T E R

— K E V I N + D AYA N N A G R E E N

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“We LOVED working with Ali. She knows the North Shore area

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Why Compass? Compass is a trailblazer in innovative tech among all aspects of real estate, which makes for a great customer experience. Pairing my own social media networking strategies and custom-tailored advertising plans with the Compass “edge” in this vibrant market made the decision to join Compass a no-brainer! NO.02

Favorite thing about Highland Park / the North Shore?

“Her knack for the housing market is impeccable! Buying a home is a big deal, but it will be reassuring having Stephanie by your side.” — Danny M.

Aside from the vibrant culinary scene, I would have to say FAMILY is my favorite part of the North Shore! Like so many others that move (back) to Highland Park/ the North Shore after starting their own families, I feel very fortunate that my husband David + I have an extremely present family. I am also grateful for my mom, sister and in-laws, who have been a huge help over the years since we moved back. Especially after the past couple of years living in smaller circles, I have an immense appreciation for the quality family time our kids get to have with their extended family on the North Shore.

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Most important Real Estate tip you have? My grandpa always used to say, “Listen and you might learn something.” Whether it’s a first-time home purchase, investment, forever home, or a client simply feels it’s time for a change in their lives — I apply this philosophy to my approach. TRULY listening oftentimes allows me to know what a client wants before they even realize it for themselves.

Deep roots (my children being 4th generation to live along the shore) have created an extended network of cousins and friends (that are like family). It takes a village and I cannot imagine my

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world without them! It doesn’t hurt either that deep connections

Advice for current buyers / sellers?

to the area provides a robust network to my clients in an

Be patient. The right house/offer will come along. It always does

otherwise tight-market.

— and often when you are least expecting it!

STEPHANIE WEISMAN

stephanie.weisman@compass.com

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A life less ordinary. Highland Park is a wonderful place to live and I cannot speak highly enough of my neighborhood, Fort Sheridan. I think of myself as a Fort expert having lived here since 2003. I currently serve as secretary on the board for the Fort Sheridan Historical Society. While the Fort is my specialty, I’ve been selling homes across the North Shore and Chicagoland. With

J ULIE JAR AS

a design and marketing background I love to help clients get their home ready for sale as well as

julie.jaras@compass.com

educating my buyers in the home buying process.

847.370.7631

Whether you are a first-time buyer or a seasoned seller, Compass is here to guide you through the process. Pairing knowledgeable agents from the North Shore with intuitive technology, Compass wants to help you find your place in the world. Start your search today at compass.com

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COLD COMFORT LAKE FOREST RESIDENT SCOTT CARTER AND HIS FELLOW LAKE FOREST PLUNGERS TAKE FREQUENT DIPS IN THE ICY WATERS, IMPROVING THEIR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH. BY MITCH HURST THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND

A week after Thanksgiving in 2020, Scott Carter was in an emotional rut and having a hard time picking himself up. While chatting with his friend, Rich Hill, and describing his state of mind, Hill suggested Carter should head down to Rogers Park, where Hill lived, some

“We went in, and sat in the water for a few minutes, and I got out and I was just turbocharged emotionally and physically,” Carter says. “I had just sat in freezing cold water for a short time and I’m on cloud nine. I never expected it. I just thought it was going to be a checked box, but I trust Rich and the whole rest of my day was different.” Carter was hooked. He took a few more dips in Lake Michigan at Lake Forest Beach, just to work through the process on his own, and it had

There’s also evidence it improves sleeping patterns and prolongs one’s lifespan. While Carter has touted the health benefits to those who join Lake Forest Plungers, the community is also important. “The benefit is the type of people the group attracts. They’re all just extremely positive and supportive, and you go into the day with this jolt of optimism,” Carter says.

tally latched onto it, and we would get up in the morning at 5:30 or 6 a.m. and go down to the lake together and it really changed his life. He

Lake Forest Plungers on a Sunday morning.

morning soon at 5:30 a.m. And that he wear his swimsuit. Early in December, Carter did just that. It would be the beginning of a positive change to Carter’s mental and physical health, and ultimately the health of other Lake Forest and Lake Bluff residents as well. “When Rich told me what we were about to do, I thought, ‘Oh gosh, I don’t know.’ But then I was like, ‘What the heck? Let’s go for it. What do I have to lose?’” Carter says. “I was definitely skeptical. I was nervous going down there because it was cold. The weather was cold, and the water was in the forties.” A coach by profession, Hill talked Carter through the process of cold-water immersion, a common practice in many countries across world and gaining popularity in the U.S.

the same effect. He rang up three of his friends and asked them to join him, telling them of the amazing effects he was experiencing. Then more joined, including friends from Lake Bluff. Lake Forest Plungers was born. “There’s a good 30 people who show up at some point throughout the week, many of whom show up multiple times,” Carter says. “I’m there between three and five times a week.” It’s difficult to pinpoint when “polar bear plunges” were invented, but some sources point to civilizations dating back to ancient Greece and Rome understanding the benefits of dipping one’s body in water of varying temperatures, both cold and hot. Research shows it can boost cardiovascular circulation, strengthen the immune system, improve mental health, and increase energy levels.

“That’s a byproduct of the experience that it attracts this group of people who are authentic, vulnerable, and supportive. That part is just cool.” Carter says it’s necessary to the process, especially on very cold day when conditions may be icy, to get one’s mind right and ready. “Instead of thinking, ‘This is going to stink’,” says Carter. “You walk into the water thinking, ‘This is going to do great things for me. I’m going to prove to myself I can do something that is challenging, and I’m going to conquer my fear.’” Carter says conquering one’s fears, first thing in the morning, leads one to think about what else they might be able to achieve the rest of the day. That the group got started during the pandemic was a fortunate irony. “I have four kids and at the time one of them was having a tough time,” Carter says. “He to-

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got in shape and got better emotionally. All of a sudden he’s training for a marathon.” One value Lake Forest Plungers live by is that the group remains open to anyone. Aspiring plungers just have to show up Lake Forest Beach. The group posts its schedule on its Instagram page and there’s also plenty of word of mouth. It’s a welcoming bunch. “Whenever a new person comes down, someone kind of takes them under their wing and works with them on mindset and reminds them to put their hands under their armpits so they don’t freeze their fingertips,” Carter says. “We love when new people come. It’s very rewarding to watch people doing it for the first time and see the effect it has on them.” Carter says very few people take the plunge just once. Most come back. And plungers who travel find a local watering hole. It’s a powerful and rewarding routine “Over Thanksgiving our crew traveled. They went all over the country and many people were plunging from wherever they were,” Carter says. “From Southern California to Wisconsin and Minnesota, it becomes a part of your day.” Follow Lake Forest Plungers on Instagram @lfplungers. THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND

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Cherished recipes are like ripples, each one an echo of the wavemaker that first broke the surface. This Ballymaloe House lamb stew is the 1940s original that started ripples of stews to follow. A version of it

was later published in Gourmet magazine (1960s) and then again in Ruth Reichl’s 2004 volume featuring six-decades of Gourmet recipe bests. Rather than look to the later versions, when a woman wrote me in search of the recipe, I reached out to Darina Allen, head of the Ballymaloe Cookery School in Shanagarry, County Cork, Ireland, and a member of the fam-

ily running Ballymaloe House Hotel and Restaurant. According to Darina, the recipe was given to her mother-in-law Myrtle Allen by neighbor Madge Dolan in the 1940s. It became a staple at both Ballymaloe House and at the Ballymaloe Cookery School. While lamb stew is extremely common in Ireland with regional variations from

county to county (no carrots in Northern Ireland; barley added for extra sustenance in other places) this version differed from others of the period because the meat and vegetables are browned in hot fat before stewing, making the finished dish more flavorful. The stew is delicious served up immediately after you make it and is also good warmed up the next day.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 lbs 1-inch-thick shoulder lamb chops OR substitute 1-inch-thick slices lamb leg • 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 2 -inch pieces (about 8 medium) • 1 lb fresh white pearl onions, peeled and whole • Salt and freshly-ground black pepper • 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, peeled • Sprig of fresh thyme • 1 ½ Tbsp unsalted butter • 2 Tbsp flour • 1 Tbsp minced flat leaf parsley (plus a bit extra for garnish) • 1 Tbsp minced chives (plus a bit extra for garnish) • 2 ½ cups lamb stock (or unsalted chicken stock)

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MONICA KASS ROGERS

METHOD

With oven rack at center position, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Divide each chop in half at natural division (they’ll split lengthwise, right in the middle). Trim visible fat. Heat fat in heavy skillet over low heat until fat is rendered, discarding any solid bits but leaving the rendered fat in the pan). Season chops with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium and brown the chops in the pan in two

batches. Transfer one layer of the browned chops to an enameled cast iron casserole or Dutch oven. Grind more pepper and salt over all. Toss the onions and carrots in the hot fat remaining in the skillet. Layer half of the carrots and onions over the first layer of meat. Grind more pepper and salt over. Layer the rest of the chops over the vegetables; top with the remaining carrots and onion. Grind

more pepper and salt over. Arrange peeled baby potatoes on top. De-glaze the skillet with the lamb or chicken stock, scraping any meat or veggie bits loose. Pour all into the casserole (or Dutch oven.) Add the sprig of thyme. Heat to boiling on the stove top. Cover. Transfer the covered casserole to the preheated oven and roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from oven. Pour

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off cooking broth and reserve. Skim off and discard grease from the the surface of the liquid. Reserve cooking broth. Over low heat, melt butter in frying pan; add flour and brown a bit. Whisk in cooking broth until thickened into a gravy. Pour gravy back over the meat and vegetables in the pot. Garnish with chives and parsley. Serve piping hot, with crusty bread. THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND

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MR. WILMETTE LOCAL HISTORY BUFF AND FORMER VILLAGE OF WILMETTE PRESIDENT JOHN JACOBY IS RELISHING HIS ROLE AS A CO-CHAIR OF WILMETTE’S SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION COMMITTEE. BY BILL MCLEAN ILLUSTRATION BY BARRY BLITT

Did you hear the one about the Civil War veteran from Wilmette who headed to work one day, lunch pail in hand, and went missing for more than 20 years? John Jacoby did, and he’s about to flesh out the true story for an audience of one at a Starbucks near Loyola Academy in Wilmette. “Frank Alles,” the former Village of Wilmette President begins, “had a bunch of kids, all young, when he disappeared. Months went by, then years, then decades. His family thought he might be in California. A child of his traveled to California and found Frank working in an orange grove. He then brought his father home. “Frank’s wife,” Jacoby continues, “greeted him at the door, saying, ‘Dinner’s ready.’ Frank told her, ‘I’m awfully hungry.’” Jacoby, 80 years old and a Wilmette resident since 1974, has a ravenous appetite for such stories and for all things Wilmette. For 10 years he wrote columns—“strange stories, amazing stories, and human interest stories, all about Wilmette,” he notes—for the Wilmette Beacon, which folded right before Jacoby’s completed 500th column would have been published. He also penned a book, Wilmette at 150 (Amika Press, 403 pages), in 2021, a year ahead of the village’s Sesquicentennial Celebration and a year after he was named one of four former village presidents to co-chair the 14-member committee overseeing the yearlong celebration. Jacoby’s book is a collection of illuminating stories that feature and celebrate the people, places, and events that have shaped the village named in honor of Archange and Antoine Ouilmette. “I love the community’s history and what distinguishes Wilmette from other North Shore communities,” Jacoby, a retired labor lawyer, says. “I’ve always been interested in the character of the village—and the village’s characters. Researching Wilmette history still interests me. (Bank robber) Baby Face Nelson has a connection to Wilmette: He was on the FBI’s most wanted list when he sought refuge in Wilmette, where he was killed. “His body,” Jacoby adds, “was dumped, conveniently, at a cemetery.” Look for Wilmette, incorporated on September 19, 1872, to come alive like never before on September 10, 2022, when Wilmette’s 150th birthday party will be staged at and near the Village Center (1101 Lake Avenue).

That community festival will cap a year-long fete that began with a speaker series ( Jacoby served as one of the orators in January), followed by a winter carnival. Other observances in 2022 will include art shows and projects to enhance public spaces in the community, along with 150th anniversarythemed events sponsored by the Wilmette Park District, the Wilmette Public Library, local school districts, the Chamber of Commerce, the Wilmette Historical Museum, and Wilmette’s

pair or Rotary Clubs, among other civic groups. “All of it will give the community a shot in the arm,” Jacoby says. “Our purpose, as a committee, is to engage and unify people through events,

All of it will give the community a shot in the arm. Our purpose, as a committee, is to engage and unify people through events, and to buttress a sense of community that exists in Wilmette and strive to expand it along the way.

John Jacoby

and to buttress a sense of community that exists in Wilmette and strive to expand it along the way. When I think of Wilmette, I think of the wonderful schools, the educated folks and intelligent conversations, the beautiful lakefront, the excellent facilities. People in our close-knit neighborhoods are nice, genuinely nice. “And extremely kind people,” he adds, “have a way of generating more kindness.” Jacoby, who grew up in Western Springs, produced copy for the student newspaper at Lyons Township High School in LaGrange before becoming the publication’s editor in his senior year. The promotion forced Jacoby to delete his plan to become a second-year cross country runner for the Lions. “I had a very good journalism teacher (Katherine Keefe) in high school,” Jacoby says. “She loved her job. She was very patient but had high standards. Journalism prepared me well for the writing I did as a lawyer (at the Chicago

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firm now known as Vedder Price, PC). I had to present the facts coherently in my post-hearing briefs. My philosophy was to write a brief as a speaker would tell a coherent story.” Jacoby’s father, Arthur, died at the age of 38, leaving his wife, Ruth, to raise John and his older sister on a junior high school teacher’s salary. John was 7 when his father departed. John Jacoby completed his undergraduate and law school degrees in a combined six years at the University of Illinois in Champaign. John and his wife, Muggsy, lived in Hinsdale before moving to Wilmette 48 years ago. Muggsy grew up in tiny Ladd, a village in Bureau County, Illinois. The couple raised Suzy, Sarah, Matt, and Mazy, all of whom played tennis at New Trier High School. Suzy was a two-time state runner-up in doubles for the Trevians. The four netters had an in-house tennis instructor in their left-handed father, a steady, tireless baseliner who had founded the Wilmette Men’s Tennis Association. Jacoby spent countless hours on the courts—mainly those at Thornwood Park in Wilmette— with his children, conducting a variety of drills. Jacoby stressed control more than anything else to his charges. “I wanted them to develop consistency,” recalls Jacoby, the grandfather of 13, including New Trier twins and George Washington University lacrosse recruits Emma and Grace Curry. “My challenge to them was, ‘OK, how many groundstrokes in a row can you keep in play?’ We did a lot of counting.” What’s still ticking? The clock Jacoby received after serving his two terms (1989-1997) as Village of Wilmette president. Among the projects he supervised during his tenure was the creation of the Wilmette Veterans Memorial, which recognizes the 110 Wilmette men and women who perished while serving the U.S. military. “I plugged it, got the ball rolling,” Jacoby says. “We formed a committee and found a designer, Martin Wolf. Martin did it for free.” Similar altruism spurs Jacoby and his fellow Sesquicentennial Celebration Committee cochairs—Christopher Canning, Nancy Canafax, and Vern Squires—in 2022. “Wilmette residents are proud of a lot of their village’s characteristics,” Jacoby says. “Those distinctions deserve to be celebrated. Unfortunately, there have been recent diversions and distractions and realities, such as social media and COVID, that have divided communities. “This year, Wilmette’s 150th, is an opportunity to honor our special village and bring people together at the same time.” For more information about the Sesquicentennial Celebration for Wilmette events, visit wilmette150.org. THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND

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