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hen I was in high school, I didn’t care for March. The wind became warmer; the snow started to melt and my favorite season was almost over. You see, I was a competitive downhill ski racer. March signaled the winter sports season was ending, and it was time for me to turn in my skis for a slower paced life.

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Michael Beightol, Dana Fricke, Vanessa Griffin, Helen Oliveri, Linda Smith, Tom Strongman contributing photographers

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These days, I still love winter, but, I also look forward to March with its longer days and warmer temperatures. Everyone starts coming out of our cozy hibernation. Life becomes new and fresh and fun again. In SW Lake County, March is a great month to visit the many local forest preserves to see the small buds that will bloom into flowers; hear the local songbirds announcing the new season and maybe even catch a glimpse of a fawn. Long Grove is beginning to bloom again, as well. Its quaint streets are busier, and it’s easier to get out and about to visit new stores like Village Pizza and BBQ , as well as the old favorites, such as Epilogue and the Village Tavern. SW Lake Lifestyle magazine is for, and about, our readers. You can help shape your magazine by sharing with us your pictures, your stories and your ideas for future issues.

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Departments 8

Good Times

Around Town

Local Limelight

Driver's Notebook

Healthy Lifestyle

Trend Setter

Lifestyle Calendar

Parting Thoughts

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12 School District 95 Film Festival

Local Young Filmmakers get Their Start

20 Discover Australia

Visiting The Land Down Under

28 Reinventing The Barbershop

Gentleman's Grooming Done Right

Good Times

Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce Evening of Excellence

January 23rd, 2016, the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated its Evening of Excellence at the Concorde Banquets in Kildeer. Congratulations to all of the award winners!

‘Samuel R Mitchell’ Director of the Year Award – Gale Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award Cohen-DeMarco, Sport Clips, presented by Past President – Ginny Opsahl, RE/MAX at Home, Ken Grooms presented by Past President Ken Grooms and Lake County Board Chair, Aaron Lawlor.

Citizen of the Year Award – Joseph Barry, Long Grove. accepted by Angie Underwood, Village President of Long Grove on Joseph’s behalf. Presented by Past President Ken Grooms and Representative Ed Sullivan.

Presidents Award – given by Past President Ken Grooms to Chris Geimer, Chris Geimer Design.

Business of the Year Award – Copper Fiddle Distillery, Lake Zurich. Presented by Senator Dan Centennial Community Development Award – given by Duffy, Past President Ken Grooms. Owners of Copper Fiddle – Jose and Nancy Hernandez; Past President Ken Grooms to John Sfire, The Fidelity Group Fred and Janet Robinson, Congressman Peter Roskam.

Past President Ken Grooms, Grooms Insurance and New President Claire Slattery, Mindful Mix. 8

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Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Award Winners

Barrington AreaÂ Chamber of Commerce announces its 2015 Business Awards and New Board of Directors at The Stonegate Conference and Banquet CentreÂ in Hoffman Estates.

New Chamber Leadership-Tom Strenk, Barry Schimmel, Doug McAllister, 2016 BACC Award Winners (back row from left) Young Entrepreneur Dennis Kelly, Paul Horcher, Joe Connelly, Brad Stetson, Liz Luby, Scott Ray, Recipients Xris Apostolopoulos, Kat Mena, Laura Mena, Andrea Potgeiter; Char Neault, Liz Donofrio, Steve Cook, Jennifer Prell and Tom Cramer Rookie of the Year Recipient Amber Luczak of Edward Jones, BACC Volunteer of the Year Recipient Suzanne Luby of @proper

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Around Town

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COPPER FIDDLE DISTILLERY WINS 2015 LZACC BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD Copper Fiddle Distillery has been awarded 2015 Business of the Year by the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce (LZACC) at the annual Evening of Excellence Awards Banquet on Saturday, January 24th, 2016 at Concorde Banquets in Kildeer. A panel composed of the five past LZACC Presidents determined winners of Business of the Year 2015.

weekly program. Please visit CaringWomensConnection.com to view the list of food items needed and volunteer positions available.

EARLY BIRD RATES FOR THE HAWTHORN WOODS AQUATIC CENTER AVAILABLE THROUGH MARCH 31 Get ready for summer with a 2016 season pass to the Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center! Register before March 31 to receive 10%

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HAWTHORN WOODS ANNOUNCE YOUTH SPRING SOCCER LEAGUE

pantry access to over 200 people from the community. Volunteers

The Village of Hawthorn Woods is proud to offer fun, instructional,

are needed March 20 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Lake

and participative youth soccer leagues for players grades Pre-K

Zurich, as the group participates in the Emmaus House of Hospitality

through 5th this spring. The leagues will start on Saturday, April 9th.

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All levels will play games on Saturdays, scheduled between 9:00 and 11:00am. Grades 1-5 will also practice on Wednesdays, scheduled between 4:30 and 6:30pm. Practices and training session will be led by Hawthorn Woods Elite Soccer Club Owner, Tom Chmela. Our quality coaches ensure your children will learn and advance their skills in a fun environment. Come and sign up today! Visit our website Vhw.Org/YouthSoccer for details.

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STAY IN SHAPE WITH FITNESS IN THE BARN IN HAWTHORN WOODS Stay fit this winter with our fitness classes held in the Village Barn! Whether you are looking to start or continue your fitness routine, we have a class for you. Our 1-hour classes are for beginners and experts alike. Drop in and try one today. • Yoga – Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. • 7 AM Saturday Sweat – Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. • Zumba – Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. All classes are held in the barn located at 2 Lagoon Drive, Hawthorn Woods. For more information visit our website at Vhw.Org/Fitness.

POLICE OFFICER CORTEZ RECOGNIZED FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT At the Hawthorn Woods Village Board of Trustees meeting held on January 25th, 2016, Officer Anthony Cortez was recognized by Mayor Joseph Mancino, the

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Local Limelight

Film Festival District 95

LOCAL FILM FESTIVAL INSPIRES FILMMAKERS TO START YOUNG ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY VANESSA GRIFFIN

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ark City, Utah isn’t the only town hosting a winter celebration of film these days. Lake Zurich is home to a cadre of young filmmakers inspired to express themselves through short films, made for the annual District 95 Film Festival. “I was never good at sports. I tried playing instruments, but that wasn’t for me. I loved being in plays, but I’m just not a great singer,” said Michael Gallagher II, 19, a 2015 graduate of Lake Zurich High School. “I had trouble fitting in. But I really loved presenting and being in front of people, so I was thrilled to discover the Film Fest,” he said. Gallagher won Best in Show for his animated short titled Surf ’s Up last year. “Film is complex—there are so many layers for a director to think about. The best movies have a story and then there’s a second story. As a director, you work to keep that theme a secret to be uncovered,” he said. Gallagher should know, since he’s now studying Digital Media Production at Kent State University in Kent, OH. He credits his participation in the Festival with helping him decide on his major and intended career path. For Andrew Orals, 14, filmmaking is a creative experiment. “It’s a way of doing something I love, writing and performing music, and combining that with something I didn’t know as much about,” he said. Orals’ entry for the 2016 Festival, The Cloud

is Snowing, is inspired by the silent films of decades past, and mashed up with observations about the digital cloud. Orals composed all of the music for this film, incorporating his own piano and violin recordings. He also used a Christmas gift—powerful new editing software. Pam Orals says filmmaking is a great learning experience for her son. “Making a film is complicated. You need a plan. And sometimes you have to experiment,” she said. “There was one night when Andrew and two other kids spent hours shredding paper and trying to create a snow effect. In the end, he didn’t like how it looked, so it didn’t make it into the film,” she said. “And that’s OK—he learned something.” Playing around with special effects apps and making trailers was fun, but when Drew Morton, 10, saw the Film Festival call for entries, he decided it was time to try making a real short film. His first entry, Fourth Grade Chronicles: Readers Beware, is about the dramatic, dangerous reason fourth graders aren’t reading anymore. “He had the vision in his mind of how he wanted the story to unfold. I could see him incorporating all of the things he loves in books and stories into his film,” said Drew’s mom, Jessica Morton. “He learned a lot about how to prepare for filming, and how to get all of the shots he needed,” she said. CONTINUED >

Drew Morton won 2nd Place in the Elementary category

Andrew Orals accepts his "Best in Show" award

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ELEMENTARY CATEGORY (GRADES K-5)

Director Andrew Orals, (center), Paige Orals (left) and friend Hayden Shaw (right) in his film The Cloud is Snowing won the Best in Show award as well as first place in the middle school category.

1st Place - Nick Schroeder, "The Best Ride-a-long Ever" 2nd Place - Drew Morton, "The Fourth Grade Chronicles: Readers Beware" 3rd Place - Gavin Trudeau, "A Day in the Life of a Stormtrooper" Middle School Category (Grades 6-8) 1st Place - Andrew Orals, "The Cloud is Snowing" 2nd Place - Grace Lambertson, "Namaste" 3rd Place - Tie between Mary Boehm & Xanthe Campbell, "The Best Talent" and Jacob Swiatek, "The Curse of Backwards Day" High School Category (Grades 9-12) 1st Place - Dylan Petrou, "Winter" 2nd Place - Natalie Leahy, "Blaze Your Path" 3rd Place - Ashley Faegenburg, "A Message for Alice" Best in Show "The Cloud is Snowing" directed by Andrew Orals "Winners of this year's FIlm Festival can be viewed at LZ95.Org (search Film Festival 2016)."

“I’ve never been to a Festival—this is my first one. I’m excited to see what other people have done. Maybe it will give me ideas for my next film,” the fourth grade Morton said. WHY A FILM FESTIVAL?

Good cameras have become more affordable. Most computers and tablets come loaded with video editing software. Even Hollywood directors are experimenting with making films with iPhones. These realities were not lost on Lake Zurich educators when they started the Film Festival in 2013.

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“We set out to empower our students of all ages to express their ideas and demonstrate their creativity via the complex medium of film,” said Lisa Warren, who serves as a member of the CUSD 95 Board of Education and also as treasurer of the D95 Educational Foundation. “It’s been so gratifying to see students step up to the challenge and make some very entertaining and interesting films over the years.” Each year, a call for entries invites students from kindergarteners through high school seniors to submit films up to 5 minutes long in a variety of categories, including documentary, comedy/drama, animation and public service announcement. About a dozen of the entries are selected and screened, with winners chosen from three age categories (elementary, middle and high school) based on technical quality, storytelling, artistic merit, overall effect and other criteria. The Festival rounds out an excellent set of arts programs in the district, according to Angela Fortune, teacher and fine arts/business department chair at Lake Zurich High School and coordinator of the Festival. “Our music, theatre and visual art students are outstanding, and they get great exposure,” Fortune said. “But we saw a missing opportunity for students who are not involved in formal arts activities,” she said. “The Festival gives those students a way of expressing their creative ideas, and it’s grown every year since we started.” “So many things in the workplace are media-based now,” said Nancy Coleman, Executive Director of the D95 Educational Foundation. “These students are learning how to get their message across—how to entertain and engage an audience. And those skills will serve them well,” she said. Parent Laura Gallagher is thrilled that her son and many other students continue to find the Festival inspiring. “I think it’s absolutely wonderful that our district promotes and celebrates creativity in this way, and encourages children of all ages to express themselves,” she said. “These children could be the next Steven Spielberg, for all we know. They just have to start somewhere.” Who knows, they could even end up at Sundance.

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PRICE: The base price of the test vehicle was $112,345. Options included the SVR’s more powerful engine, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, metallic paint, ebony headliner, black roof, carbon fiber veneer, heated windshield and a carbon-fiber engine cover. The sticker price was $127,920. WARRANTY: Four years or 50,000 miles. POINT: The Range Rover Sport SVR has a whopping 550 horsepower and a 162-mph top track speed, yet it is capable of serious off-road activity because the air suspension increases ground clearance and the Terrain Response System has settings for nearly any condition. COUNTERPOINT: High-performance luxury SUVs seem like expensive toys.

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’ve been fortunate enough to visit this wonderful country three times in as many years. There is so much to explore and so many beautiful sites to see. Not only that, but it’s truly somewhere that I’ve never felt more safe and welcome. To put it simply, Australia is a magical land that will hold a huge piece of my heart forever.

There is nothing like it on this earth! Sydney is a great starting point for visiting Australia, and boasts a lively arts and culture scene, abundant with galleries, museums and performance venues throughout the city. One of the most iconic landmarks in all of Australia is The Sydney Opera House. Built on Bennelong Point, it is recognizable

around the world for its unique architectural design. The construction alone took 15 years and cost $80 million. The structure contains several large auditoriums and has an average of 3,000 events a year that are attended by an estimated two million people and includes a 1,547-seat Opera Theatre. CONTINUED >

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“One of the most iconic landmarks in all of Australia is The Sydney Opera House. Built on Bennelong Point, it is recognizable around the world for its unique architectural design.” In addition to Sydney, there are countless options to experience in the land down under. I learned this when I had first visited myself in 2013. Since then, the destination has drawn me back again in 2014 and 2015. Australia had long been my dream; top of my bucket list! The moment I stepped off the airplane, the world around me seemed to stop for a brief moment as I soaked it all in. It simply took my breath away with its stunning beauty and the amazingly warm people. The first decision that needs to be made when visiting Oz is which of the six states within its two territories you’d like to visit. Each is unique from the cities to the countryside. If you want a truly remote experience, hit the outback, where you can dine at The Sounds of Silence Dinner in Uluru. This dining journey takes place at Ayers Rock, a portion of the outback that is virtually undiscovered. Here you will sip champagne while listening to a traditional, Aboriginal didgeridoo. The colors of the sunset above Ayers Rock are the most brilliant bursts of oranges, reds, and yellows you’ll ever see. If you crave adventure, head towards the Red Centre. Red Centre is a desert region near the city of Alice Springs, where you can discover Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and the MacDonnell Ranges. Or, head 22

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south for an entirely differAyers Rock ent experience to the state of Victoria. Here you can explore the city of Melbourne, take a scenic hot air balloon ride over the Yarra Valley, or drive along the coast to see The Twelve Apostles. Another option would be to venture off of the mainland to gorgeous Tasmania. Tassie, as the locals call it, offers you the opportunity to take a stunning hike through Freycinet National Park, or you can take a more casual stroll through the Salamanca Market held on Saturdays. The Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in the city of Hobart, offers the experience of feeding Kangaroos and the endangered Tasmanian Devil. The city of Brisbane is home to The Australian Zoo, where you can witness animals unique to the country and home of the famous “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin. Within New South Wales, see the vast landscape of the Blue Mountains. This area gets its name from a blue haze commonly attributed to the area’s eucalyptus forests. One of the best ways to view these mountains is on the Scenic Railway which is the steepest passenger railway in the world.

If a tropical vacation is more of what you’re looking for, The Whitsunday Islands are where you want to be. You can take a high speed catamaran to the inner or outer portions of the Great Barrier Reef. The reef is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and is a magnificent sight to see. From snorkeling and diving in the crystalline aqua blue waters to spectacular Whitehaven Beach, this an area of the country not to be missed. No matter what you’re searching for in your travels, you’ll be able to find it in Australia. From its remarkable scenery, unique wildlife and the Australian people themselves it is an experience of a lifetime.

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conveyed to consumers by using the Food Guide Pyramid developed in 1992. My Plate has replaced that. A few of the My Plate recommendations include: make ½ your plate fruits and vegetables, make at least half your grains whole, go lean with protein and switch to fat-free or low-fat dairy. Additional information about this helpful tool can be found at ChooseMyPlate.gov. Keeping active is also a very important component to healthy aging. Please check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Even though you may not have a gym membership or it is too cold to walk outside, there are still many alternatives to get your body moving. This can even be as easy as moving your arms and legs back and forth while sitting in your living room watching your favorite program! Many health clubs or park districts have indoor walking tracks available to their residents. Locally, Barrington Park District has an indoor walking track available to use for a minimal fee. You can reach them at 847.304.5279 or BarringtonParkDistrict.org for more information. For additional local senior resources, contact the Barrington Area Council on Aging at 847.381.5030 or BACOA.org. This agency provides resources such as activities and programs for active seniors, information on housing or in-home care services, meals with wheels, educational programs related to aging and Medicare/ Medicaid enrollment. Remember to make changes one at a time rather than changing every “bad” habit that you have had for the last 50 years. This will certainly ensure the greatest success and adherence to your new lifestyle for years to come.

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Introducing the

Real estate is a relationship driven, results driven business, and we consider both to be a top priority. Our success is not only measured by sales numbers, but by the long-standing client relationships we have. RENEE CLARK / 847.612.0027 / renee@reneeclarkhomes.com For over 13 years, Renee has distinguished herself as a consistent top producer in the northwest suburbs, finishing in the top 1-3% of sales associates annually and receiving numerous recognitions for achieving high sales volume. Renee excels in representing buyers and sellers in any stage of life. With expert ability to serve any need, she is respected for her honest, caring, and candid approach, preparing clients for every step of the buying or selling process. “My recipe for success? Active listening, consistent communication, keen market knowledge, and results with the least amount of worry and stress. These key ingredients are at the heart of every transaction for every client.”

SUE HUTCHINGS 847.951.1734 suehutchings@atproperties.com Sue specializes in working with buyers, sellers and investors as well as short sales and foreclosures. She is a respected real estate professional with expertise in sales, marketing and negotiating. Most importantly, she listens and is dedicated to helping you make your family’s real estate dreams a reality!

LEE CLARK 224.330.8501 leeclark@atproperties.com Lee specializes in working with first time home buyers. He is informative, patient, and is a strong negotiator. He is well respected by his clients.

CATHY ROANE 847.323.8506 cathyroane@atproperties.com Cathy is a licensed assistant with many years of real estate experience. She provides tremendous support to our team and is dedicated to serving all our clients!

TOM CLARK 847.946.3604 tomclark@atproperties.com Tom specializes in representing both buyers and sellers. He holds the SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist) designation signifying that he is specially qualified to address the real estate needs of those 50+. His lifelong career has been centered on marketing and negotiating.

PAUL HUTCHINGS 847.989.1734 paul@atproperties.com Paul has built his career on making his clients a priority. They benefit from his dedication to ensuring they are well informed before making any buying or selling decision. “We are so fortunate to work with Paul, especially while looking for our first home! He is exactly the kind of agent we needed!” - S.L.

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eff Eggert was ready for a change. "Ask anybody who's spent decades in the corporate world and they're likely to know exactly what I mean," says Jeff while relaxing with a cup of coffee a few steps from his newest venture, 18|8 Fine Men's Salon in downtown Barrington. After 29 years in corporate finance for two highly successful Fortune 500 companies, in 2014 Jeff faced a big decision: Either continue on the same corporate path — long days, quarter-by-quarter sprints to earning reports and cost cutting to meet earnings targets — or try something new that’s more challenging and ultimately, more satisfying. 18|8 is both an old and new approach to men’s grooming. It’s old school by being a guy’s hangout with professional stylists and barbers giving great haircuts. What makes this concept new is 18|8 is 28

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more than just a barber shop. Jeff’s team is trained to offer all those services that men can otherwise only get at a women’s salon. They share with the clientele great advice on style, trends and grooming for today’s man. A clubby feel welcomes every guy walking in the door. In many cases, clients make appointments online. (Name another barber shop in the area that does that.) “For anybody who wants to indulge, we’ll serve a great premium beer to help our customer’s enjoy their experience,” Jeff says. “Imagine you’ve just got off the train or had a rough commute at the end of a long day. This is a great place to unwind.” It took Jeff a solid year of working with a consultant before he settled on opening what he hopes will be a series of 18|8

salons in the suburbs. His territory, granted by the Californiabased parent company of 18|8, extends from Barrington east to Interstate 94, and north to the Illinois-Wisconsin state line. Launching his first salon in the Barrington Village Center was a no brainer. After scouting many potential locations in the northwest suburbs, Jeff says: “We’ve loved working in the village from Day One. This is a great community, the downtown is definitely on the move and everybody I’ve worked with to get this up-and-running has been very helpful.” Joining Jeff in this new career is his wife, Cathy, who agrees that the concept is perfect for a place like Barrington. Their prior experience working with world-class brands provided them with the experience and insight to know that the vision of 18|8’s founders was an excellent fit for them. “This is fundamentally a great place and a great way for a man to receive grooming services,” Jeff says. After a meeting with the company founders, Jeff and Cathy knew this is what they wanted to do for the next phase in their careers. 18|8’s two founders – a serial entrepreneur and an English barber with 40 years of experience – launched the first salon over ten years ago, and slowly but surely the company has spread across the country. The Barrington 18|8, opened in mid-2015, was one of the first salons in Illinois. Other locations include Northbrook, Naperville and most recently, Lombard. So, what about the name of the place? “18|8 is the formula for stainless steel,” Jeff says. Take high grade steel, add 18% chromium and 8% nickel and the result is a strong, beautiful and high-performance stainless steel. Since 18|8 also provides a customer a clean shave, stainless steel is precisely what the discerning, wellgroomed man wants. “18|8 helps a guy get rid of a rusty exterior,” Jeff adds laughing.

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Lifestyle Calendar

March

MARCH 6 IRISH MUSIC SESSION MCGONIGAL'S PUB Come on out the first Sunday of every month for a traditional Irish music session. Featuring the Ragged Rascals.

MARCH 17 - 19 BARRINGTON CELTIC FEST MCGONIGAL'S PUB The annual Barrington Celtic Fest returns in full force this year with a huge heated events tent covering Park Avenue. For exact times, visit McgonigalsPub.com.

MARCH 5

MARCH 19 BREAKFAST WITH THE BUNNY

FREEZIN FOR A REASON

LAKE ZURICH RETIRED FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION HALL

BREEZEWALD PARK AND BEACH

It's going to be an Eggstravaganza this year with our returning Break-

Jump in frozen Lake Zurich on Saturday, March 5 for the 3rd annual

fast with the Easter Bunny event. Sponsored by the Lake Zurich Fire-

Purple Plunge at Breezewald Park. Check-in begins at 9:00 am at

fighters Association, Lake Zurich Lions Club & the Village of Lake

Scoreboard Bar & Grill and the first plunge starts at 11:00 am. All pro-

Zurich. $5 for kids 2 and older, $7 per adult.

ceeds benefit American Cancer Society.

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MARCH 19

MARCH 20

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH THE

EMMAUS HOUSE COMMUNITY DINNER

EASTER BUNNY

ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC CHURCH IN LAKE ZURICH

HAWTHORN WOODS

Can you join the Caring Women's Connection as we serve at Em-

The Helen Oliveri Team of Keller

maus House? This is an opportunity for everyone to lend a hand. You

Williams Realty Partners invites you

don't have to be a member of CWC or a celebrity chef to volunteer.

to stop by their premier Hawthorn

We need volunteers to bring food and non-perishable items as well

Woods office at 101 W. Gilmer Rd. in the Cherry Hill with the kids to get

as help us serve the meal.

a free photo with the Easter Bunny. All kids who take a photo will receive an oversized egg with treats. Adults will receive a free mini bamboo pot

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and seeds, plus learn about our exclusive Celebrate Spring offers!

NITELITE EGG HUNT PAULUS PARK Hide-n-glow seek for your tweenagers! Hunt for eggs outside at Paulus Park. DJ dance party to follow the hunt with pizza and beverages! Registration required due to limited space. Residents $10; Non Residents $12

MARCH 19 LAKE ZURICH EGG HUNT LIONS PARK Calling all kids ages 2-10 for The Lake Zurich Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Jump in the bounce house, dance to the tunes of the DJ and play games.

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business directory COMMUNITY EVENTS & ORGANIZATIONS Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (847) 381-2525 barringtonchamber.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES & PLANNING Dorion Gray Retirement Planning (815) 459-6800 doriongray.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago (847) 662-1818 advancedfertility.com/ Crossroad Coaching (847) 508-3001 crossroadcoaching.org Illinois Vein Specialists (847) 277-9100 illinoisveinspecialists.com/

HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS Boone Creek Cabinetry and Design (815) 385-8414 boonecreekcabinet.com Suran Built (815) 444-1293 suranbuilt.com The Fetherling and High Point Developments Prestige Development, Inc. (847) 612-3978

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

Encore Garage (847) 428-7300 encoregaragechicago.com

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Schwake Stone and Fireplace (847) 566-0799 schwakestone.com Wholesale Carpet Designs, Inc. (847) 415-2000 wholesalecarpetdesign.com

HOME SERVICES

Eco Automated Designs (847) 475-4442 ecoautomateddesigns.com Milieu Landscape Design (847) 465-1160 milieudesignllc.com/ Seasonal Landscape Solutions (847) 652-8458 seasonallandscape.com The Barn Nursery (847) 658-3883 barnnurserylandscape.com

LEGAL

Dominick T DiMaggio (847) 452-7992

OTHER

Epilogue (847) 383-5912 epilogueart.com Lake Zurich Chamber of Commerce (847) 438-5572 lzacc.com

REAL ESTATE

Landmark Partners Commercial Realty (847) 649-2666 lpcommercial.com Renee Clark @properties (847) 612-0027 reneeclarkhomes.com

The Helen Oliveri Team Keller Williams Realty Partners (847) 967-0022 helenoliveri.com

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE Broken Earth Winery (847) 383-5052 brokenearthwinerylg.com

Mandileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Ristorante, Banquets & Catering (847) 458-4000 mandilesrestaurant.com

SALONS & SPAS Avalon Salon-Spa (847) 726-8855 avalondeerpark.com

Eighteen Eight Fine Mens Salons (224) 633-2188 Electrology and Skincare by Janet (847) 970-7546 hairremovalbyjanet.com

SENIOR LIVING & SERVICES Lutheran Home (847) 368-7404 lutheranhome.org

TRAVEL & LEISURE

Lake Zurich Travel & Cruise (847) 438-5551 lztravel.com Midwest Spas (847) 438-3500 midwestspasinc.com

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Parting Thoughts

THE FINE ART OF

HOME STAGING ARTICLE HELEN OLIVERI | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

any people subscribe to the theory of the 3 P’s when selling a home: Put up a sign, put it online and pray it sells. According to many surveys a properly staged home will sell twice as fast for 6% higher than non-staged or improperly staged homes. Like all arts, there are some basic rules to follow to stage your home to its fullest potential. Start with curb appeal: You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression, and the first impression of your house is the exterior. Be sure the lawn is mowed, the bushes are trimmed and the yard is inviting. Remember the backyard too. One of the biggest factors buyers use in choosing a house are the patio or deck. Don’t be afraid to repaint if it’s chipping. You’ll get the cost back when it sells. Don’t skimp on the paint: It’s not just the exterior that needs painting, but the interior as well. Be sure to keep to neutral colors. That doesn’t mean every room has to be boring or plain white. Some shades of gray, blue or even purple fall into the neutral range. Depersonalize: This is the most overlooked step of staging. Buyers will have an easier time imagining their new lives in the home if they are not looking at pictures and items that make the house feel

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like yours. You need to make the house warm and inviting so it says “Welcome Home” to the prospective buyers as they come in or view the photos. Declutter: This is the most important step in staging your home. You’re planning on moving anyway, so why not start packing up those things now? You don’t want potential buyers to think you’re messy, but more importantly it will make the house appear bigger. The less clutter you have the more space your house will project. These tips are just the start of staging a beautiful home to sell. Your real estate agent should give you a personalized list of ideas and suggestions on a walk through before you list your home. This will make your pictures look great and help you sell your home faster. Helen Oliveri is a 12-year real estate professional who loves our community and helping clients achieve their real estate goals is her priority. She is the managing broker of the newly opened Keller Williams Realty Partners, home of The Helen Oliveri Team in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, where she also resides. Feel free to visit the new office in Cherry Hill Plaza at 101 W. Gilmer Road. You can reach them online at HelenOliveri.com or 847.967.0022.

March Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Awareness Month

Deep Vein Thrombosis In 2003, more than 70 public health organizations gathered in Washington D.C. to discuss the prevention of blood clots. They then formed the Coalition to Prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), and marked March as an annual month to improve the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this venous disease and support research to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from blood clots. Deep Vein Thrombosis is a venous disease in which a blood clot forms in the vein system deep inside the body, typically the leg. If undiagnosed, the thrombosis may eventually block the entire vein and threaten the health of the leg; or a piece of the blockage (called an embolism) may break off and travel to the lung. A pulmonary embolism can lead to chest pain, difficulty breathing, or even death. Symptoms of DVT, like pain and swelling, recurring leg cramps, restless leg syndrome, can resemble those of Varicose Veins and, like Varicose Veins, can be caused by a number of factors like heredity, oral contraceptives, pregnancy, or trauma.

Seeking Relief from a Board Certified Vein Specialist At Illinois Vein Specialists, we care just as much about the medicine and the specialized practice of Phlebology (the treatment of vein and lymphatic disease) as we do our patients. We focus only on treating varicose and spider veins and treat patients in Buffalo Grove, Cary, Elgin, Algonquin, Palatine, Vernon Hills, Crystal Lake, Hoffman Estates, Lake Zurich, Fox River Grove, Mundelein, Grayslake, Wauconda, Chicago, and all areas of Barrington, Illinois. We know that patients come to us most often from satisfied patient referrals, but we encourage you to do your own homework and ask around. In the end no matter where you live or who you decide to have treat your varicose or spider veins, find someone who focuses only on diagnosing and treating varicose and spider veins — find a Board Certified Venous and Lymphatic physician.

In order to obtain a diagnosis, you should consult a Board Certified Venous & Lymphatic Doctor like Dr. Stephen Rivard and Dr. Susan Kanehann at Illinois Vein Specialists. The practice opened in 2009 and has a staff of a dozen— physicians, medical technicians, ultrasound specialists and administrative personnel, backed by state-of-the-art medical equipment and systems. Since opening, we have helped over 10,000 patients from the Chicagoland area and have developed a reputation as an exemplar, a Venous and Lymphatic Center of Excellence.

To learn more about Deep Vein Thrombosis or to schedule a consultation with us, please call our office at 847.277.9100 or visit us online at www.IllinoisVeinSpecialists.com

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renovation project we encourage you to schedule a FREE consultation to discuss your remodeling ideas and options. Of course, every home and project is uniquely different. We pride ourselves on our problem solving process that will help transform your dreams into a living reality. To secure your spot in our 2016 project calendar, visit our Crystal Lake showroom or call SURAN BUILT at 815-444-1293 to schedule an appointment.

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