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MAY 2016 publisher

our May issue of SW Lake Lifestyle is filled with pages of fun, local happenings, and I’m thrilled with the amount of wonderful local content: thank you so much for remembering that this magazine is YOURS! We are always looking for engaging stories for these monthly or bi-monthly columns, departments and features:

Peter Fetzer | PFetzer@LifestylePubs.com editor

Wendy Willison | WWillison@LifestylePubs.com contributing writers

Kathy Bonifazi, Cathy Sue Carpenter, Vanessa Griffin, Julie Joyce, Patricia Moyer, Helen Oliveri,

Locally Owned - Businesses owned and operated right here. Real Wives of SW Lake – Brought back this month by popular demand! A light-hearted introduction to one of our community’s engaging women who shares her volunteer passions, favorite spots to eat/shop/play. Giving Back - Meet an individual, family or group who makes volunteering a priority or learn about a nonprofit based in the community. Star Student - School news or a feature about a student in a public or private school who is taking learning and living to the next level.

Sue Shimkus, Nicole Tardiff contributing photographers

Kathy Bonifazi, Vanessa Griffin, Patricia Moyer, Nicole Tardiff

CORPORATE TEAM | Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

CHIEF SALES OFFICER

| Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

Healthy Lifestyle - Smart eating, fitness, exercise, sports, medical news, nutrition and more fill this page. Artist’s Palette - Introduction to local artists and what makes them tick. Also... Water + Woods (outings nearby), Page Turners (book clubs, book reviews by local authors), Animal Kingdom (for/about our pets) and Inspired By (spotlighting outstanding students or teachers; as well as, news about an inspiring neighbor or family. Send your ideas to myself, WWillison@LifestylePubs.com, or our publisher, Peter Fetzer, PFetzer@LifestylePubs.com. SW Lake County is truly blossoming with activity as we usher in the new season— have a lovely month and I’ll see you around town!

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Good Times

Around Town

Open House

Real Wives

Water & Woods

Sold Properties

Food & Wine

Giving Back

Lifestyle Calendar

Parting Thoughts

16 Real Wives of SW Lake County

Introducing Cathy Sue Carpenter

18 Celebrating 20 Years!

The CFC's Native Plant Sale

24 Destination:

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Good Times

LZACC Business After Hours Hosted by Foglia YMCA The Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce (LZACC) held its recent Business After-Hours event at Foglia YMCA, located at 1025 N Old McHenry Road in Lake Zurich. Thanks to all who attended!

Chamber President, Claire Slattery, owner of Tony Janca, Foglia YMCA accepts Certificate of Gloria Palmblad, Signscapes, Steve Callahan, Mindful Mix and Jose Hernandez, owner of Appreciation from Chamber President, Claire Barrington Bank and Trust, Lynn O’Brien, Copper Fiddle Distillery Women’s Physical Therapy Institute and Joel Slattery, Mindful Mix Sikes, Ela Township

Refreshment provided by the Latte Ladies!

John Maxwell, Sandler Training and son, Jason Maxwell The Foglia YMCA Group

Lumen Optical Opens in Kildeer

Lumen Optical, a new retailer in Kildeer, held a ribbon-cutting before a packed store of supporters and local dignitaries. Across from Deer Park Town Center, this is the first store to be opened nationally by 1-800-Contacts. Aaron Drewery, store manager, says Lumen, a full-service optical shop, is “reimagining this industry.”

Scott Shaw, Lumen District Manager, welcomes guests.

Michael Talbett, Chief Village Officer, presents Lumen’s Dr. Rabia Awan a proclamation declaring March 30 as Lumen Optical Day.

Kildeer’s Michael Talbett officially welcomes Lumen Optical to Scott Shaw, Aaron Drewery, Michael Talbett & Dr. Rabia Awan (left-to-right) cut the the village. ribbon at the Grand Opening of the new Lumen Optical in Kildeer. 8

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Residents Celebrate Spring with Helen Oliveri of KW Realty Partners A special visitor hopped in to visit with Helen Oliveri and local residents at the Keller Williams Realty Partners office in Hawthorn Woods. Thank you to everyone that attended the fun event!

The Easter Bunny visited The Helen Oliveri Team Kids loved seeing the Easter Bunny of Keller Williams Realty Partners

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and had a wonderful time.

The Easter Bunny and Helen Oliveri

Families from Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich and the entire area stopped by to see the Easter Bunny.

Big kids loved visiting the Easter Bunny too.

Ribbon Cutting for New Lake Zurich State Farm Office The Lake Zurich Chamber of Commerce (LZACC) held a ribbon-cuttingÂ celebration and attended the opening party for the new State Farm office. Congratulations to Trung A. Thai on his new business!

Trung Thai with his son, Chamber President â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Claire Slattery, Mindful Mix to his left and Lake Trung A. Thai's State Farm Office is Officially Open! Guests mingle in the new office space in Lake Zurich. Zurich Mayor Tom Poynton to his right. May 2016 | SW Lake Lifestyle

Good Times

Chamber Before-Hours Held at Lake Zurich Sports Clips

All agreed it was a great way to start the day at the LZACC's Before-Hours event held at Sports Clips in Lake Zurich. Catering was provided by Kathy Pedersen, Owner of On Occasion Catering & Events.

Gale Cohen-DeMarco, owner – Sport Clips, Chris ‘Sporty’ with JoAnne Vrtacnik, Member Relations Steve Callahan, Barrington Bank and Trust Rowe – Casten Body Shop and Chris Grooms, Manager for the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce talking with Peter Salerno, Stratus Concepts Grooms Insurance

Gale Cohen-DeMarco, owner of Sport Clips and Kathy Pedersen, owner of On Occasion Katie Van Diggelen, owner of Achieve Footwear, Catering & Events each accept a Certificate of Crystal Lake with Chamber President, Claire Appreciation from Chamber President Claire Gale Cohen-DeMarco, owner of Sport Clips and her team Slattery, owner of Mindful Mix Slattery, owner of Mindful Mix.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

in Lake County. Every person/ business/ organization that gives a monetary donation becomes a “Gem” of caring Women’s Connection, helping to provide vital assistance to the programs CWC supports. The CWC appreciates every level of donation!

SAVE THE DATE! 2016 ATHENA AWARDS LUNCHEON The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) will honor five outstanding local women leaders at the 2016 ATHENA Awards

HAWTHORN WOODS AWARDED TREE CITY USA DESIGNATION

Luncheon on Thursday, May 26 at the Biltmore Country Club in North Barrington. The event is hosted by BACC’s Women’s Biz Net (WBN), a network of women business and community leaders.

On Monday, March 21, the Hawthorn Woods Village Board of

“The ATHENA Award was created in 1982 to illuminate inspiring

Trustees meeting began at 7 p.m. with a special presentation celebrat-

women leaders that excel in their profession, give back to their commu-

ing Hawthorn Woods’ designation as a Tree City USA community. The

nities, and most importantly, are a role model to other women, setting

Tree City USA program has been greening up cities and towns across

the example for achieving your full leadership potential,” said BACC

America since 1976 – and now the Village of Hawthorn Woods cele-

President/CEO Suzanne Corr. “These nominees have the distinction of

brates making the commitment to becoming a Tree City USA.

impacting our community in profound and meaningful ways.”

Tree City USA is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in part-

The 2016 BACC/WBN ATHENA Nominees are Nandia Black, Village

nership with the U.S. Forest Service and National Association of State

President of Kildeer; Deborah Leydig, Owner of Norton’s U.S.A; Susan

Foresters. The Tree City USA program is the framework for a healthy,

McConnell, accomplished photographer and founder of Let It Be Us;

sustainable, urban forestry program. In order to achieve Tree City

Georgeanna Mehr, President of Hoffman Estates Community Bank;

USA status, the Village of Hawthorn Woods met four core standards

and Deborah Rivera, General Manager and Co-Owner of Ambroisa

of sound urban forestry management: maintaining a tree board, hav-

Euro American Patisserie. Top sponsors of the BACC ATHENA

ing a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on

event are Diamond Sponsors Barrington Bank & Trust Co., N.A. and

urban forestry, and celebrating Arbor Day.

Quintessential Media Group; and Silver Sponsor BMO Harris Bank.

Pamela O. Newton, Chief Operating Officer, and Brian Sullivan, Director of Parks & Recreation, proudly accepted the Tree City USA

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designation on behalf of the Village of Hawthorn Woods from Reinee

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Hildebrandt, Illinois State Urban Forestry Administrator from the

It was standing room only as members of the Barrington Area

Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Chamber of Commerce (BACC) celebrated a Ribbon Cutting cere-

“By earning Tree City USA recognition from the Arbor Day

mony, along with leaders of the Village of Barrington, and the Barrington

Foundation, we highlight the proud commitment Hawthorn Woods

Noon Rotary to celebrate the opening of Full Service Office Solutions

has made to urban forestry, community aesthetics, and environmen-

(FSOS.) Full Service Office Solutions is now located in The Offices at

tal air quality. We thank Mayor Joseph Mancino and the Board of

Barrington Woods, 18 E. Dundee Road, Bldg. 5 in Barrington.

Trustees for their ongoing efforts to support this important initiative

• RIBBON-CUTTING AT LINDA BARRETT PRODUCTIONS

and vital community resource,” said Newton.

Photographer, Linda Barrett opened her studio in downtown

CWC’S LOVE FUND DONATION PROGRAM

Cary. She provides lifestyle photography, social media and boutique branding for small business. In addition to studio sessions,

Each year in May, the Caring Women's Connection allocates the

she will shoot on location to meet her client’s needs. Visit her folio

revenues from the organizations ‘Love Fund’, fundraisers, monetary

at LindaMBarrettProductions.zenfolio.com, for images and more

donations, and memberships to many exceptional non-profit organi-

information on her work.

zations in need in Lake County. In 2015, we were able to award grants to 18 non-profit organizations in Lake County, along with two Caring

DOWNY WRINKLE REDUCER PLUS

Women's Connection service scholarships. This year, with thanks to

Most people never make it to the dry cleaner as often as they need

MOD Pizza in Kildeer, we are working on providing two scholarships

resulting in a pile of laundry in the closet or laundry room that is

from the 21 applications received. If you would like to join CWC mis-

waiting to be dropped off for cleaning. With a quick spray of Downy

sion, please visit CaringWomensConnection.com to donate.

Wrinkle Releaser Plus on your clothes, you can tug out any visible

The “Love Fund” is the heart of the Caring Women’s Connection

wrinkles, smooth the fabric, allow your garment to dry and be wrinkle,

organization. All donations collected to this fund are distributed to

static and odor free in less than five minutes. You can refresh clothes

charities and organizations that support women and children in need

and get more life out of them before your next trip to the dry cleaner.

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ADVOCATE GOOD SHEPHERD'S OPEN HOUSE

The debut of a modernized Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is drawing close. To help preview the changes the hospital will hold a community open house on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. - 2 p. m. and will include the following: • A ribbon cutting ceremony at 1 p.m. • Guided tours of the new hospital. • Radio station Star 105.5 FM on-site and broadcasting live. • Infant car-seat checks and bike helmet fittings for the first 200 attendees. The highly anticipated opening of the hospital includes some additional key features: • All private beds for a quiet, calmer healing environment to help patients return home as quickly as possible. • A modernized facility that improves patient access. • Four new inpatient units, plus a more spacious Intensive Care Unit and eight new operating rooms. • A new lobby, public/visitor space, circulation, materials management, simulation laboratory, chapel, community education and conference center. • Improved energy efficiency using LEED guidelines, targeting LEED Silver certification. “As construction is completed, you’ll see the results of thoughtful input from patients, doctors, associates, families, community groups, architects, and engineers," said Karen Lambert, hospital president. “Through the devotion and support of Advocate and all of our generous friends, we can’t wait to show you the hospital of the future during our open house.”

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Open House

Determining the Value of a Home ARTICLE HELEN OLIVERI

hen you are thinking about selling one big question comes to

COMPETITION - Prospective buyers are going to compare your

mind... how much can you get? This one little fact can be the

property—both the condition and the price—to the other listings in

biggest factor in deciding if now is the right time for you to sell. For

and around your neighborhood. Those buyers will determine value,

example, if you owe more on the house than what you can get for

based on properties that are listed or have recently sold in the area.

your home, staying put until the market improves would be in your

TIMING - The longer your house sits on the market, the more

best interest. There are several misconceptions about how a proper-

buyers may dismiss it, thinking there are problems with it. A buyer

ty's value is determined, but here's the real truth.

can't help but wonder why a house hasn't sold if it's on the market

Your home is not worth what you paid for it, what you want for it, or in

longer than the other properties, and the thoughts are never good. If

many cases the list price. Your agent is unable to determine a price based

it's been on the market too long, they won't pay as much for it as one

on what you desire versus what the market is actually commanding. The

that is newly listed.

current market should guide you as to what your house should be listed

There are lots of online tools to help you find an estimate for your

for and give you an idea of what you can expect to get for your house.

home's value. The best way to get an accurate understanding and

However, the ultimate deciding factor is how much a buyer is willing to pay.

expectation is to speak to a local real estate expert who can provide

There are several factors that buyers consider when evaluating

you with the latest market conditions in your neighborhood along

what they feel the correct price for a property should be: LOCATION - Location is the single most important factor in deter-

with an intuitive interpretation of what buyers are looking for locally. That way, you are setting yourself up for success regardless of the

mining the value of your property. Is it near good schools and ameni-

market conditions.

ties? Is it in an area the buyer wants to live?

Helen Oliveri is a 12-year real estate professional who loves our community

CONDITION - The condition of the property affects the price and

and helping clients achieve their real estate goals is her priority. She is

the speed of the sale. As prospective buyers often make purchases

the managing broker of the newly opened Keller Williams Realty Partners,

based on emotion, first impressions are important. Curb appeal and

home of The Helen Oliveri Team in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, where she

staging can go a long way to improving the way buyers see the con-

also resides. Feel free to visit the new office in Cherry Hill Plaza at 101 W.

dition of your home.

Gilmer Road or online at HelenOliveri.com.

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Real Wives

Introducing Cathy Sue Carpenter REAL WIVES OF SW LAKE COUNTY WHO LIVES IN YOUR HOME?

My husband Michael Hollinger, our children, Zachary (7) and Genevieve (2), our cat Poppy and fish Nemo. WORK OUTSIDE THE HOME? IF SO, WHERE?

I'm a marketing consultant and writer, so I do most of my work at home but I do sometimes have to go to different sites for work. NATIVE OR TRANSPLANTED TO THE AREA?

Transplant.Transplant, big time! I was born in Chicago and have lived there all my life until two years ago when we moved to Kildeer. WHAT’S ON THE FLOOR OF YOUR CAR RIGHT NOW?

Honestly, random toys, a small zoo of stuffed animals and rogue snacks. WHAT’S THE STRANGEST THING IN YOUR PURSE RIGHT NOW?

Besides a few emergency diapers, wipes and everything under the sun, I’d say rocks. My son collects them and I find them everywhere. FAVORITE PAMPER YOURSELF OR SPLURGE ITEM? WHERE?

A bubble bath at home. GUILTIEST FOOD PLEASURE?

Chocolate. I need to eat some every day. TITLE OF A BOOK ON YOUR BEDSIDE TABLE?

FAVORITE DATE NIGHT? WHERE?

Paula Kamen’s "All in My Head: An Epic Quest to Cure an Unrelenting, Totally Unreasonable, and Only Slightly Enlightening Headache."

My husband and I need more date nights. We are still exploring the Lake County area to find our absolute favorite.

HOW WOULD YOUR BEST FRIEND DESCRIBE YOU?

Kind, resourceful and can never get through the day without something nutty happening. ORGANIZATION THAT GETS MOST OF YOUR VOLUNTEER TIME?

I feel like we are all in this together, so I try to help out when I can. I volunteer in my neighborhood, community and quite a bit my son's elementary school. Currently, I'm searching for a mother’s charity to support with a portion of the proceeds of my new book. 16

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BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN LAKE COUNTY?

Besides beautiful, it's so peaceful here. WHAT DO YOU RECORD ON THE DVR OR WATCH ON-DEMAND?

Well, daughter is obsessed with Peppa Pig, so there is a lot of that. I love Modern Family and got caught up in TWD, but rarely get a chance to watch my shows. FAVORITE COCKTAIL?

Jack Daniels rocks with a splash of water.

WHERE DO YOU WISH YOUR HUSBAND

WHO IS THE PERSON YOU RESPECT THE

WHAT IS ONE OF YOUR

WOULD BUY YOUR NEXT GIFT?

MOST, AND WHY?

FAVORITE QUOTES?

Luxe Warehouse in Kildeer. Every time I walk into that store I find such great clothes. Marcy always remembers everything I've ever bought and knows what I like. If Michael went there for a gift, Marcy would be able to show him exactly what I would like.

My mom. I'm always amazed at all that my mom managed to accomplish. I often ask her how she did it all.

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. -Henry David Thoreau

FAVORITE GADGET OR GIZMO?

My iPhone, it does everything, text, email, photos, videos, apps. I even wrote my book on it. WHICH CELEBRITY DO YOU GET MISTAKEN FOR?

I had quite a few people tell me that Katherine McPhee from American Idol looked like me. Which was nice to hear.

UNIQUE OR INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOURSELF OR YOUR COLLEGE YEARS?

I’ve suffered all my life from an autoimmune disease called Alopecia Areata. It causes the body to attack hair follicles. It’s not life-threatening, but it’s been life altering. As a child and teen, it was pretty rough. Losing my hair in varying degrees has had a huge impact on all aspects of my life. It’s not always noticeable but something I deal with daily. WHAT OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES DO YOU LIKE TO DO?

My kids and I love water. In summer, we head to the pool and beach as much as possible.

WHAT WOULD YOU NAME THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF YOUR LIFE?

The 85 Lives of Cathy Sue. WHAT IS ONE THING NOT MANY PEOPLE

WHAT’S THE #1 MOST PLAYED SONG ON

KNOW ABOUT YOU?

YOUR IPOD?

I'm an introverted extrovert. As much as I love people, I need time alone. No one believes me I when tell them this.

It’s always the kids’ music. Currently, they are into a lot of Alvin and the Chipmunks songs.

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Water & Woods

Citizens for Conservation's 20th Annual Native Plant Sale ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY CFC

his year marks Citizens for Conservation’s 20th Annual Native Plant Sale! We’re offering many new forbs, trees, shrubs, grasses and ferns this year as well as our new option to purchase gift certificates for family, friends and business acquaintances. All of our plants are free of neonicotinoid pesticides. Members of Citizens for Conservation receive a 10% discount on their order. Interested in becoming a member? Visit the CitizensForConservation.org website for membership information. Like last year, the CFC is discounting all of the milkweed varieties as an incentive to help the desperate monarch butterfly population. It looks like efforts across North America are working but there is still need to continue to provide this essential plant to support monarch populations and their migrations. Monarch butterflies simply cannot survive without milkweed. DETAILS OF THE CFCS 20TH ANNUAL NATIVE PLANT SALE:

• The public sale will be Saturday and Sunday, May 7 & 8, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. • The pre-order pick-up date and sale for members of Citizens for Conservation will be Friday, May 6 from 11a.m. – 6 p.m. • The public sale and pick-up location will be the same as last year, at the “Barns” area of Good Shepherd Hospital, across from CFC Headquarters, 459 W. Hwy 22, Lake Barrington, IL 60010 Please don’t hesitate to the CFC Headquarters if you have any questions at 847.382.SAVE Thank you for helping CFC accomplish its mission of Saving Living Space for Living Things!

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FACT:

A NOTE FROM THE CFC: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Native plant knowledge is helpful, but not necessary, and new volunteers are warmly welcomed. If you've volunteered in the past, you know your efforts are important and appreciated. Whether you can devote a few hours or a few days, we truly hope to see you all!

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Hundreds of native species will be available again this year, and we need volunteer help to: • Set up our sales site on the Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital campus, just across the road from CFC's headquarters • Fill and double-check pre-sale orders • Assist customers • Help grow a key CFC event that encourages the planting of native species throughout the region We have a week's worth of opportunities: • Monday, May 2-Thursday, May 5: We'll receive deliveries, set up equipment, and assemble pre-sale plant orders. (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.) • Friday, May 6: We'll assist customers picking up their pre-sale orders and CFC members who have come to shop. (7:45 a.m. - 6 p.m.) • Saturday, May 7-Sunday, May 8: We'll assist customers with plant selections and sales. (7:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.) • Monday, May 9: We'll return equipment and remaining plants to CFC headquarters. (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) If you are interested in volunteering, please email Julie.Zuidema@ CitizensForConservation.org.

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Continuing Care RETIREMENT COMMUNITY A Tiered Approach to Care Through the Aging Process

ARTICLE LINDA SMITH

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hat is a Continuing Care Retirement Community?

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CONTINUING CARE (CON TI N U ED)

One of the key attractions of CCRCs is the range of healthcare and supportive or assistive services that the establishment is able to provide within the limits of the basic contract. These may include nursing, social work, physician care and various therapies for residents. CCRC can also provide emergency response systems, wellness programs, assistance with insurance claims and routine health assessments. Contract fees may cover housekeeping and laundry services and a certain number of meals served in dining facilities. While the guarantee of basic healthcare and amenities of senior living are important, most CCRCs aim to go beyond the basics to offer a high degree of comfort and a wide selection of daily activities. A CCRC campus is typically located in peaceful and hospitable surroundings. They are intended to be upscale communities set apart in choice locations that afford a great deal of privacy and convenience. Within most communities resident are likely to find a full range of social and physical activities from dining and dancing to swimming and golf. Moving to a CCRC is a personal decision that should be based on anticipated or potential future care needs as well as current needs. The business structure of a CCRC is complex and may require a significant financial commitment from the resident or family. It is wise to have an attorney review any contract before you sign it even if you’re confident that you understand the terms. The contract may be for either rental or purchase and the money invested in the CCRC may or may not be refundable. Be sure you know in advance what will happen to the residential space once it is no longer needed by your loved one. Linda Smith writing for Lutheran Home of Arlington Heights. Please visit LutheranHome.org for more information and details on the Lutheran Life Community: empowering vibrant, grace-filled living across all generations. 22

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Sold Properties

Recently SOLD SW Lake Properties NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL LIST

SOLD $$

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM*

BDRMS

F/H BATH

Sanctuary Club

$587,000

$510,000

86.0%

134

3/1

Hawthorn Hills

$533,555

$533,805

100.4%

2/1

Deer Park Estates

$565,000

$545,000

96.4%

3/1

Bridlewoods

$585,000

$550,000

94.0%

101

3/1

Abbey Glenn

$584,900

$560,000

95.7%

116

2/1

Hawthorn Woods Country Club

$585,000

$575,000

98.2%

4/1

Edgebrooke Downs

$625,000

$576,000

92.0%

3/1

Flint Lake Estates

$615,000

$595,000

96.7%

3/1

Lakewood Meadow

$624,500

$595,000

95.2%

3/2

Jewel Park

$619,900

$610,000

98.4%

2/1

Meadowridge

$649,000

$610,000

93.9%

3/1

Meadowridge

$675,000

$642,000

95.1%

2/1

Wynstone

$875,000

$825,000

94.2%

5/1

Wynstone

$1,495,000

$1,486,000

99.30%

6/2

Deerwood Estates

$1,575,000

$1,487,500

94.40%

6/1

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Planning a Destination Family Reunion ARTICLE SUE SHIMKUS

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hat better way to gather loved ones than at a family reunion? Sue Shimkus, owner of Lake Zurich Travel, offers these suggestions:

START PLANNING EARLY

Planning a family reunion can become complicated, especially a large reunion involving lots of people. Experienced reunion planners recommend that families begin planning a year in advance or more. • Allow time for your guests to plan. Give them enough advance notice to adjust their own schedules in order to attend. If you are planning a reunion that involves traveling long distances, or an adventure like a cruise or a trip out of the country, many family members may need time to save money and make special arrangements for extended leave from work. • Be prepared for guests who require special consideration. Everyone has different needs and it is important to the success of your event to be aware of those needs and have adequate time to plan accordingly. Disabled guests may need special equipment or accommodations. Others may need to arrange for pet care. Whatever the circumstances, leave yourself enough time to ensure suitable arrangements can be made to accommodate everyone. SELECT A DATE AND STICK WITH IT

• Picking a date that works for everyone can be one of the most difficult - but one of the most important - steps in planning a family reunion. • Avoid the obvious busy times of the year. Try not to schedule your family reunion on major holidays, or during prom and graduation season. • Ask for suggestions and select a date that will work for everyone. • Communicate plans to host a family reunion far enough in advance that attendees will be able to avoid conflicting events. • Avoid changing the date. Once you announce the date to family members, they will immediately begin planning other activities around it. Changing the date mid-stream, even once, will affect everyone and some guests may be forced to cancel. COMMUNICATE EARLY AND OFTEN

By communicating your plans to organize a family reunion early, your guests will have adequate time to plan to attend, and you can generate interest in catching up with family and creating new family memories at the reunion. Distribute a newsletter, use email, or create a Family Reunion website or social media site to keep guests interested and involved. Solicit ideas from guests, allow family members the opportunity to submit ideas for planned activities, venues and menu options.

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airfare and hotel rates otherwise unavailable. And, a travel advisor can serve as a friendly and patient third party to help prod those family members who may not be quick to decide on travel plans.

Family reunions are unique in that they can involve people from all over the world, each with different interests. Your guests may span up to four generations and it is important to consider ages and physical limitations when planning activities. Grandparents may not want to participate in activities like scuba diving or water-skiing. Likewise, children may not enjoy ballroom dancing or a mahjong tournament. • Consider holding the family reunion on a cruise ship or at an all-inclusive resort. Each offers entertainment options for every generation and can take much of the stress out of planning activities around varying interests. • Ask your guests. Since they will likely have different interests, you will be better able to plan activities if you know what they enjoy doing. • Choose a venue that is large enough to accommodate activities for everyone and offers a variety of things to do. BE SURE TO ENJOY YOUR OWN PARTY

The best reward for organizing a large get-together is being able to enjoy the day when it arrives. One way to ensure you have time to enjoy the reunion is to recruit willing family members to take care of last minute details. You will be surprised how much help is available if you just ask! May 2016 | SW Lake Lifestyle

Food & Wine

Southern Belle's

Pancake House NOW OPEN IN BARRINGTON ARTICLE PATRICIA MOYER

pening its fourth location and first in the northwest suburbs, Southern Belle's Pancake House announced its grand opening at 210 S. Cook Street in Barrington. The 145-seat restaurant is open from 6 a.m. until 3 p.m. and serves its signature pancakes, omelets, layered skillets, sandwiches, wraps, fresh juices and smoothies according to Southern Belles owner, Steve Fotos. During seasonal months, an additional 50 seats are available at the front and rear patios. Leading the helm on the food side of the operation is famed head chef Frank Georgacopoulos, formerly from Meli Café & Juice Bar in downtown Chicago. A graduate of the Le Cordon Bleu in Chicago, Georgacopoulos developed the menu for the original Meli Café in Greektown and managed the food operation for Meli’s three locations since 2006. Georgacopoulos’ breakfast and lunch creations were frequently featured on WLS-TV’s “Hungry Hound,” WGN News’ “Lunch Break,” and The Food Channel’s “Eat Travel Rock.” “I courted Frank for over a year because of his reputation in creating unique and fresh menu items of the highest quality that were made from scratch with pure ingredients,” said Fotos. In addition to its fresh breakfast and lunch entrees, Southern Belles makes its own jam and granola along with freshly squeezed juices on site. Since the soft opening earlier in March, popular menu items are the egg skillets, avocado toast, oversized pancakes, crunchy kale

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salad with quinoa, toasted almonds, and fresh blueberries, and the mahi mahi tacos. Most menu items can be prepared gluten free and several vegan options are available. The restaurant includes a 15-foot juice bar which serves smoothies, freshly squeezed juices, coffee and cappuccinos. “The juice bar is open for grab and go purchases from students on their way to school or commuters to the nearby Barrington train station,” said Georgacopoulos. The restaurant features a number of improvements including southern-themed décor with period antiques and stained glass salvaged from a 140-year old Aurora church destroyed by fire in 1986. The restaurant offers catering packages and can host private parties, showers and events after closing hours.

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Giving Back Mission of District 95 Educational Foundation The School District 95 Educational Foundation gathers and disburses resources to CUSD 95 to support activities that enhance, enrich and supplement instructional opportunities for CUSD 95 learners consistent with the School District’s 1.

core values and mission. The Educational Foundation is an outgrowth of the District’s Strategic Plan. As a 501(c)3 not-forprofit Foundation, the Foundation is an autonomous organization working in partnership with businesses, community and the School District to gather and disburse resources to CUSD 95 to support activities that enhance, enrich, and sup-

plement instructional opportunities for CUSD 95 learners consistent with the School District core values and mission. We hope you will join the innovation through partnership with the Foundation in our mission. How To Help Thank you for your interest in the Foundation.

A Fundraising Success DISTRICT 95 EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION GALA ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY VANESSA GRIFFIN

he 5th Annual School District 95 Educational Foundation Gala drew a record number of guests—great news for all eight Community Unit School District 95 schools and the 5600+ students who will directly benefit from the $25,000 raised. More than 170 supporters attended the evening affair on Saturday, March 12 at the Arboretum Club, 401 Half Day Road in Buffalo Grove. Guests enjoyed music by the Lake Zurich High School Jazz Band and lively bidding on more than 80 silent and live auction items. The mission of the School District 95 Educational Foundation is to raise and disburse funds to enhance, enrich and supplement instructional opportunities for CUSD 95 learners consistent with the District 95’s core values and mission. Recent projects have included classroom and library space renewal projects that allow learning spaces to be easily reconfigured for multiple uses. The Foundation also funds innovation grants sought by educators around the district each year. 1. D95 parents and donors to the Educational Foundation Brad & Melissa Bailey, Mark & Stacy Betz and Jennifer & Charles Minor enjoyed the festive annual event, which attracted 170 attendees this year. 2. District 95 Board of Education member Chris Ketcham and his wife Kimberly Ketcham give generously of their time and talent to the district. 3. Cheryl & Tom Lilly, Charleen Miller, George Schlangen of Midwest Pool & Spa and D95 Educational Foundation President Phil Guerrero helped to raise more than $25,000 for all eight schools in the district. 4. District 95 Board of Education members and their spouses (L to R) Scott & Anne Marie McConnell, Jennifer & Doug Goldberg attended the D95 Educational Foundation Gala in March, 2016. 5. Local artist Robert Scott (r) donated two of his paintings to be auctioned at the event. Scott is pictured with his wife Connie (c) and Foundation Executive Director Nancy Coleman (l). 28

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There are several ways to help the Foundation have an impact on the students within District 95. Donate. We have several initiatives going on right now that need your help. To read more about these initiatives, please visit our website. Support Our Events. We have community events to raise awareness and bring students and their families, as well as local businesses together. We are always in need of help promoting such events as well as working on-site at the events. Become A Committee Member. There are several committees within the Foundation that are always looking for volunteers to help plan and execute our efforts, including:. • Fund Development • Projects • Communications • Alumni If you are interested in helping with our events or serving on one of the committees above, please contact our Executive Director, Nancy Coleman. Become a Board Member. An essential part of any Foundation is the Board of Directors. The Foundation has developed a team of individuals that are proactive and dynamic with the responsibilities they are given. If you are interested in getting involved at a board level, please contact Foundation Chair, Phil Guerrero.

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May Lifestyle Calendar

parking and come early for the best selec-

Seatings are at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. For

tion. Rain or shine. For more information, visit

more information, visit LambsFarm.org.

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MAY 7

MAY 1

MAY 14 FOODIE 5K IN LIBERTYVILLE

4TH ANNUAL FAMILY FISHING EVENT

INDEPENDENCE GROVE

SPRING BIRD WALK - RYERSON WOODS

LAKEFRONT PARK, ROUND LAKE BEACH

FOREST PRESERVE

EDWARD L. RYERSON CONSERVATION AREA

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Participation in the Foodie 5K will not only be

May is the month for songbirds. Join skilled

our local treasure at Round Lake. You can also

a fun, memorable experience, but it will direct-

birders in the Brushwood parking lot and

expect kids games and activities, entertain-

ly affect the lives of a hungry neighbor in the

bring binoculars! This is a free, no-registra-

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community! Please join the runners, walkers

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and their families at the event featuring a post-

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MAY 7

MAY 4

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SMALL DISCOVERIES -

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MOTHER'S DAY EDITION

LAKE COUNTY DISCOVERY

MAY 20 - 21, 22

LAKE COUNTY DISCOVERY

MUSEUM, WAUCONDA

LONG GROVE'S CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL

MUSEUM, WAUCONDA

This historical cooking class will introduce the

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LONG GROVE

Children ages 2 to 5 (with an adult) can come

whimsical fun of the era in an amusing, en-

Delight in a weekend of chocolate treats, visit

visit the Lake County Discovery Museum for

tertaining and delicious way. In this two-hour

the Kid Free Zone, go on a shopping spree,

this seasonal event. Celebrate mom with this

class, participants will be given a demonstration

sample amazing foods and get up and dance

special program dedicated to Mother's Day.

in how to prepare an authentic 1950s meal All

to the live music of bands to include 7th

We will decorate a delicious treat and create a

participants (aged 18 and over, please) will be

Heaven, Infinity. and American English. More

gift to share with Mom. Registration is required.

allowed to sample each dish.

information via VisitLongGrove.com.

MAY 7

MAY 8

MAY 22

THE GARDENERS OF LAKE COUNTY'S

MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH

DASH FOR THE DOGS 5K RUN/WALK

ANNUAL PLANT SALE

LAMBS FARM MAGNOLIA CAFE & BAK-

CITIZENS PARK, BARRINGTON

CRAWFORD WARMING

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Give mom the day off and treat her to Lambs

ily walk and help the Animal House Shelter of

Beautiful healthy local plants for sun and

Farm’s Mother’s Day Brunch! Each family can

Barrington. Family Fun Walk/Run is open to all

shade —choose from a variety of mature

choose from a feast of tasty items including

participants, kids and dogs welcome too! For

perennials, herbs, vegetables, ground cov-

breakfast favorites, fruit, lunch/dinner items

more information, visit AnimalHouseShelter.

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I Am Mom Parting Thoughts

WORDS CATHY SUE CARPENTER

I am food, water and shelter. I am warmth and comfort. I am a jungle gym, a swing, a slide and a crazy, carnival ride. I am play, I am fun, I am a smile. I am happiness and joy. I am a hug, a cuddle and snuggle. I am sadness, hurt and anger. I am a punching bag and a whipping post. I am a tissue and the tears. I absorb all the fears. I am a crafter, coloring artist, finger painter, and googly eye gluer. I am the teacher and a student. I am the cleaning crew. I am a laundress but not a seamstress, I have to send that stuff out. I am chef and a short order cook. I am the butcher, the baker and the freaking candlestick maker. I am the kisser of boo boos, BAND-aid®-applier, and ice-pack holder. Make everything okayer. I am a nose-picker, face-cleaner, hair-smoother and butt- wiper extraordinaire. I am a manicurist, a pedicurist, and giver of baths. I am a hair washer, ear cleaner, tooth brusher, and rash inspector. I am a stylist and personal shopper too. I am the good guy and the bad guy. I am the cop and a criminal. I am the attorney, jury, and I am the judge. I am the warden and a cell mate. I am a researcher, expert and advocate. I am the doctor AND the nurse. I am the general manager and mechanic. I am the groundskeeper, pool boy and maid service. I am the plumber and Mrs. Fix-it. Did I mention I am the cleaning crew? I am the president and the secretary. I am the whole marketing team. I am the party planner, events coordinator, 34

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and goody bag assembler. I am the coach and referee. I am the home team and the opposing team. I am a fan, a cheerleader and a heckler. I am a taxi, a bus service and a stewardess. I am the police, the fireman and the paramedic. I am the garbage man, mailman and everything in between. I am the sayer of yes and mostly the sayer of no. I am Santa, the Easter Bunny and even the Tooth Fairy. I am Cupid and a little, green Leprechaun. I am Halloween and I can be scary. I am a cowboy, cat wrangler, and rodeo clown. I chase away the bulls, when you are down. I am the night. I am a blanket, a pillow AND a bed. I am a shoulder for your sleepy head. I am a beddy-time story reader, PJ putter onner, tooth brusher, blanket tucker and monster slayer. I sneak into bedrooms to check, kiss, snuggle, re-tuck, apply ointments, and medicines. I fluff pillows, pick up laundry, fill humidifiers, step on your toys, and curse in silence. I am the watcher, the protector, the worrier, the consoler, and make surer you are still breathing. I am the day. I am the official waker-upper. I am the milk warmer, coffee maker, breakfast-getter, outfit putter-onner and shoe finder. I am the motivator, get everyone out of the houseinator. I am the perpetual nag for everything. I am a parrot who repeats the same damn things, millions of times,

ABOUT THE BOOK

The book is an honest expression of motherhood on so many levels–even the way in which it was created since Carpenter wrote it on her iPhone, typing with only a thumb, while nursing her infant daughter. Each poem is complimented by artistic portraits that were created on an iPhone by the author and her family. The iMac cover design showcases a single breast which is synonymous with motherhood, as it is natural, life sustaining and comforting. “I Am Mom is not your typical, flowery-written work about motherhood,” says Cathy Sue Carpenter. “I write about sleep deprivation, frustration, angst and monotony, exhaustion as well as those wonderful moments that cut through the rough stuff and demonstrate the amazingness of it all. Honestly, I didn’t even know if it is poetry of the scrambled random thoughts of an overtired mom, so I made sure to include that in the title just in case. Either way, by offering a truer perspective of motherhood, I think moms everywhere will find the book insightful and validating.” I Am Mom is now available for purchase on-line and in stores just in time for Mother’s Day!

until I'm blue in the face. I am the good guy and the bad guy. I am loving, caring and kind. I am also hell on wheels. Did I mention I was the bad guy? I am everything, yet I am nothing. I AM Mom.