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INDEX

January 2016

Features

Contributors

Utah: Beautiful and Surreal ..................... Pages 4-5 Snowbirds flock to Illinois ............................Page 6 Bill Flick .......................................................Page 7 40 Years of Friendship and Service Reception ....Page 14 The Fabulous Four ............................... Pages 25-27 Poem: Winter Landscape ............................Page 33 Business Barometer ....................................Page 34 Inspiration ..................................................Page 38

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“Sharing the Rough” Screening ............... Pages 8-9 Festival of Trees ................................... Pages 10-11 Young Men’s Club Christmas Party....... Pages 12-13 2015 Crystal Ball .................................. Pages 16-17 The Pantagraph’s Holiday Spectacular.. Pages 18-19 8th Annual Holiday Dinner & Auction . Pages 20-21 Third Annual Be Great Breakfast ......... Pages 22-23 14th Annual Holiday Cocktail Party..... Pages 28-29 Business Before Hours ......................... Pages 30-31 Evening of Stars bracelet reveal...................Page 37

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Utah: Beautiful and Surreal Story by Jean Lawyer Photos by Jean and Dennis Lawyer

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hiking trip to Utah? Why not, even if you are in your 60s and have had a hip replacement. The lure of national parks and B&Bs in autumn beckoned us.

We flew into Grand Junction, Colo., and drove 1,500 miles across southern Utah and back, visiting five national parks, one national monument and one state park.

There was nothing monotonous about the drive. The mountain scenery was breathtaking as we drove through national forests of pine and beautiful yellow aspen trees. Each park was unique, offering different perspectives on a landscape that looked like a moonscape.

We took several hikes each day, from easy strolls on paved walks to rough scrambles up huge rocks. We gingerly crept along narrow trails without railings alongside steep cliffs, and were thankful for our walking sticks. Our hiking boots and wide-brimmed hats were necessary equipment and we always carried water.

The temperature was in the 80s during the day, and cool at night. We had only one day of rain.

Our first stop, Arches National Park,

featured vistas of bright red rocks and arches under brilliant blue skies. We took a short hike to the base of an arch, with no one else around. On our entire trip, even in the most crowded areas, we could find solitude on the trail. The following day, after the rain, we took the “Park Avenue” hike, with water rushing down the avenue between the red skyscraper cliffs. We stayed in a B&B 15 miles outside Moab, and enjoyed the magical drive through the red cliffs along the rushing Colorado River to get there.

We experienced Canyonlands National Park mostly from the car, since that was our one day of rain. The park is situated on top of a mesa, where on a clear day, visitors can see 60 miles from the overlooks. Although damp, the scenery was breathtaking. Further west, Capitol Reef featured short hikes to petroglyphs and Mormon history.

One of our favorite parks, Bryce Canyon, had amazing rock formations called hoodoos. Viewed from above they look like a fairyland. You can also hike down steep trails to see them up close.

Zion is probably the best known of the

Utah national parks, and was the busiest.

There was no parking and we had to take shuttles to the famous sites. However, we found a northern section of the park, closer to our B&B in Toquerville, where there were few visitors.

We would do this entire trip again tomorrow. I only wish I were 30 years younger so I could try my hand at rappelling down cliffs into water and hiking into slot canyons. However, one benefit of being a senior citizen is that for $10, you get lifetime entry into the national parks. We used our card a minimum of 10 times, and that still makes me smile.

Jean and Dennis Lawyer

Arches National Park

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Dennis at Park Avenue trail after rain

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Utah: Where we stayed

Rainbow over Castle Valley inn

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Jean at Castle Valley B&B

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Every bed and breakfast is a different experience. Part of the fun is to see new places, and to meet and share stories with the friendly innkeepers and fellow travelers around the breakfast table. We have never exclusively stayed in B&Bs before, and Dennis and I thought the accommodations added greatly to our enjoyment.

We traveled from east to west through Utah, stopping for one or two nights at each inn.

1. Castle Valley Inn. The location alone was worth the trip. Nestled in a valley within a national forest outside Moab, we soaked in a hot tub while watching the setting sun reflect off the red cliffs. Later, I rocked in a hammock as yellow aspens rustled overhead. The deepest of blue skies added to the ambiance. We thought it couldn’t get any better than this.

2. Skyridge Inn. This new inn is situated on top of a hill overlooking miles of forests and mountains. In the nearby town of Torrey, we enjoyed the best meal of our trip at a Southwestern fusion restaurant, Café Diablo. I got up and went outdoors at 4 a.m. to see the Milky Way glowing overhead, as stars draped down to the horizon on every side.

3. At Bryce Canyon Inn in Tropic, we had our own spacious mini log cabin, and enjoyed the best coffee in Utah. We were conveniently located not only to Bryce Canyon but also the unusual and beautiful Kodachrome State Park.

4. Phoenix House B&B, Toquerville. We stayed in a gorgeous multimillion-dollar home in a suite that was as large as the main floor of our house. Our innkeepers were charming and made us feel like we were honored guests. The food was sumptuous. This was our favorite place.

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Snowbirds flock to Illinois Story and photos by Deanna Frautschi

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elieve it or not, we do have some who consider Illinois their Florida. Dark-eyed juncos, often called “snowbirds,” arrive in Illinois about November and stay through March. Like human snowbirds, they return to northern states by April.

Members of the sparrow family, this jaunty little 6-inch bird definitely signals winter’s arrival. If you feed birds, you may see them around your feeders. Or, you might see them on a walk through the park or woods this winter.

Dark-eyed juncos are mostly slate gray with a distinctive white underbelly and white outer tail feathers. Females are more graybrown and appear lighter in color than males. Both sexes have light-colored beaks and are most often found hopping around on the ground looking for food.

If you want to feed them, white millet is preferred or thistle.

They are often seen foraging for seed that has fallen on the ground beneath the feeder.

In very cold weather, they fluff their feathers out to trap warm air and look like small puffballs. Hard to believe they think of Illinois as their Florida, but these snowbirds (unlike the human ones) definitely do.

Male junco on holiday wreath

Female junco on snowy evergreen branch

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Junco puffed up because of cold weather on bare branch

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Bill Flick Your January 2016 BNI (Bloomington-Normal Index): Tied up with a novel: If looking for an area of America that most snapped up copies of the erotic romance novel, “Fifty Shades of Grey,” you don’t have to look far. The Des Moines, Iowa, area, says Barnes & Noble, was one of the highest per capita sales areas in the country. But Kansas City, Mo., Indianapolis and the Peoria/ Bloomington/Champaign “corridor” were other “most popular spots in America” to buy the book.

Socks: If you ask your B-N vet, that’s what is most often surgically removed from dogs’ stomachs here.

The Victor no matter what: When Texas Christian University’s basketball team clipped Illinois State at this season’s Cancun Classic, one guy with a special vested interest was Vic Boschini, president of TCU who was president of ISU before that.

15-to-1: The alleged ratio of cows to people in Bellflower, the town in the southeastern corner of McLean County.

B-N’s big secret: James Clapper is U.S. Director of National Intelligence who is (1) head of American security against terrorism,

(2) one of those who helped plan the raid on Osama bin Laden’s home, and (3) sends lots of really secret stuff to BloomingtonNormal, too -- at Bill Flick Columnist least at birthdays and Christmas. His brother is Mike Clapper, a longtime Twin Citian and State Farm employee who’s married to Kellie Madigan Clapper, another longtime State Farm employee whose dad was Edward Madigan, the late great U.S. Congressman and Secretary of Agriculture from Lincoln.

What’s not in a name: East Street in Bloomington runs north and south and North Street in Normal runs east and west.

Country Club Place: It is the neareast side neighborhood that rolls through Bloomington Country Club, that for more than a century has been the famed home of the rich and trendy in B-N. But that may slowly be changing. When, as an example, Robin Williams was in town for a show in 2009, he sidestepped Country Club as a punch line

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and instead poked a couple funny jabs at Hawthorne Hills in east Bloomington.

100 years ago: Bloomington was so revered for its clean water that the government labeled it as having the best water in the country.

175,000: The number of cards, letters and business statements that are mailed each day in BloomingtonNormal and processed through the mail processing center along Empire Street.

What’s the inflation rate on that?: Abe Lincoln is said to have purchased one of his famous stovepipe hats at a downtown Bloomington millinery shop in the late 1850s for $5. One such hat was sold recently at an auction at Sotheby’s from more than that – like $5.1 million.

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“Sharing the Rough” Screening by Jack Lewis Jewelers Normal Theater Wednesday, Dec. 2 Photos by Thom Rakestraw

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John Hess, Grant Anderson, Jon Voegele, Rhonda Massie

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Opening Night Gala Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees Interstate Center, Bloomington Thursday, Nov. 19 Photos by Erin Woods

Inchol Chong, Mosey

2nd row: Tim Tilton, Grace Pirtle, Arron and Casey Pirtle, Denise Geske, Vicki Tilton Front row: Jenna and Norra Pirtle More photos at pantagraph.com/limited Tammy and Kevin Halterman

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Young Men’s Club Christmas Party Bloomington Country Club Tuesday, Dec. 1 Photos by Thom Rakestraw

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Sue and Julius Alexander

Frank and Angie Hoffman

Roger and Marilyn Freedlund

Chris and Diane Schwelle

Gary and Sue Blakney, Don and Charlotte Chalmers

Judy and Dan Holder

Paul Lawrence, Helen Ogar

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Saturday, January 9, 2016 9am-12pm Check-in and registration begins at 8:30am

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Bring a friend and explore the kaleidoscope of offerings during our winter/spring sessions.

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40 Years of Friendship and Service Reception Central Illinois Chapter of the Links, Incorporated University Galleries at Illinois State University, Normal Sunday, Nov. 15 Story by Julia Evelsizer Photos by Lexie Bragg

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hile much has changed since 1975, members of Central Illinois Chapter of The Links, Inc. have never lost sight of their passion.

“Our geographic reach and programming may have changed, but we still have the same focus,” said Cheryl Jackson, chair of the chapter’s 40th anniversary celebration.

The Links, Inc. is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of African¬ American women. It is dedicated to friendship, the arts, service to youths and community service. “Our chapter includes dynamic, professional women,” said chapter president Renee Thompson Fletcher. “We have members who are doctors, lawyers and businesswomen and we all have a heart and commitment for service.”

On Sunday, the chapter hosted a reception to thank community partners, sponsors and other service groups. “We are so grateful for the partnerships and friends we’ve made over the years,” said Thompson Fletcher. “Our scale has grown because of the generosity of the community.

Links president Renee Thompson Fletcher, Dr. David Ward, Cheryl Jackson

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Frances and Jerome Maddox More photos at pantagraph.com/limited Tim Moore, Nick Horsley

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Kym Ammons-Scott, president Renee Thompson Fletcher, Tammy Chewe, Princess Scott

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WINTER TIME IS A GREAT TIME TO TREAT VARICOSE VEINS time and it will take time to correct them.

Beginning treatment now is important for better looking and healthier legs this summer.

The earlier you begin treatment, the more likely you are to have great looking legs to show off in your summer clothing.

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t’s beginning to look at lot like winter. For many of us, now that the holidays are over, we are ready for spring! But if unsightly varicose or spider veins bother you, now is the perfect time to get your legs spring and summer ready.

To achieve significant results, the treatment of varicose and spider veins usually requires a series of appointments over a few weeks or months. Your vein problems developed over

There are several advantages to winter treatment.

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2. The compression stockings you should wear before and after treatment will help keep your legs warm in winter and no one needs to know you are wearing them.

3. The small incisions performed during some treatments heal better when they are not exposed to the sun.

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2015 Crystal Ball OSF St. Joseph Foundation DoubleTree by Hilton, Bloomington Saturday, Nov. 14 Photos by Carlos T. Miranda

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Sydney and Dr. Lamont Tyler

Heather Hughes Krishna Balakrishnan, Uma Kailasam

Gina Mandros, Cheryl Hussain, Shelley Streenz

Julie and Bob Dobski

Greg Cook, Danny Bugg, Joan Stralow, Mary Bennett Henrichs, Scott Henrichs, Grant Anderson

Senator Bill and Nancy Brady

Holly Hedges, Tara Givens, Winnie Feken

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Ed Voegele, Cheryl Hussain, Leann Seal, Melissa Isenburg

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The Pantagraph’s Holiday Spectacular Final Dress Rehearsal Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts Thursday, Dec. 4 Photos by Carlos T. Miranda More photos at pantagraph.com/limited

Jim Grossman as Santa with the Frosty Folly Dancers

Katy King performing White Christmas

Ronnie Jones

Christie Vellella

Jan and Joe Francois, Julie and Bob Dobski, Fred Render, Cindy and Don Myers, Sheila and Bernie Wright

Erica Rosenberger, Max Beck, Brian Pihl, Angela Bargmann, McKinley Mitchell, Grace Hayden

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Caroline McKinzie, Jeremy Davis

Kenny Prince

Jeremy Davis, Caroline McKinzie, Bob Mangialardi, Michelle Vought, Celestino Duley

Michael Schneider, Kenny Prince, Kip Hayden Jr., Fred Render, Sid Parks, Doug Braun, Mike Rutledge, Isaac Garey, Brian Pihl, Bruce Breitweiser, Ronnie Jones, Jordan Gonzalez

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Director Lori Adams, Playwright Nancy Steele Brokaw

Gabrielle Walker, Roger Gonzalez, Ava Hensley , Brian Hensley , Grace Heuer, Mike Heuer, Sarah Jacobs, Charles Stuckey

Tricia Hayden, Jordan Gonzalez

Toy Soldiers choreographed

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Gwyneth Kelley, Sadie Berry, Grace Hayden, Nora Kelley

Music co-director Michael Schneider, Executive producer Marcia Basolo

Julie Dobski, Mary Ann Fulton, Jennifer Rusk, Kathleen Davis

Kierra Gehring, Jessica Dolan, Bella Manzo

Mary Ann Fulton, Angela Bargmann, Tricia Hayden, Christie Vellella, Kirsten Brown, Mary Smith

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8th Annual Holiday Dinner & Auction Special Olympics Illinois DoubleTree by Hilton, Bloomington Thursday, Nov. 12 Photos by Erin Woods

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Kurt Kinley, Santa, Jim Grossman, Karen Kinley Heather Cushing, Ron and Laura Jones

Amy and Dave Halt

Mackenna Duncan, Chris Hood, Glenda Walsh Diane Campbell, Janet Hood, Steve Campbell

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Third Annual Be Great Breakfast Boys and Girls Club Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Normal Wednesday, Dec. 2 Photos by Thom Rakestraw

Julie Kubsch, Julie Dobski

Mark and Laurie Adams, Dr. Holly Houska, Ben Moore More photos at pantagraph.com/limited Duane Farrington, Colleen Kannaday

Charlie Welke, Ryan O’Connell, Bobby Castillo

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The Fabulous Four

Grant Anderson, B.J. Wilken, Gina Mandros, Dontae Latson

by tricia stiller — Photos by david Proeber

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con of public television Fred Rogers, host of mr. Roger’s neighborhood, once shared, “When i was a boy and i would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’”

Here in bloomington-normal, we are fortunate to have among us many helpers. driven by a deep desire to make a difference in our community, these individuals have chosen to follow a path of service. Though the financial gain is modest, the rewards are immeasurable for these humble leaders who we believe are people you should know.

Gina Mandros

community president Easter Seals Central Illinois Gina has served in her role for the last 18 months, and considers each day better than the one before. she credits her parents with instilling in her the values that placed her on her current path.

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“i was raised by parents who truly believe in helping others, in service and commitment to those in need. i’ve always felt that my career path should not be something that simply gets me through each day or that simply garners a paycheck. Rather, it should provide purpose and meaning in everything i do and not just for me – but also for others around me. i wanted to do something that could touch the lives of others. it just seemed like nonprofits were the place for me. i didn’t have a specific cause or area that called to me. However, being at easter seals, i have found that helping children and families with disabilities is certainly a passion of mine. i have a soft spot for the kiddos that come here each and every day, and i have tremendous respect for their therapists that teach them the skills and tools they need to be their best.”

in her capacity as easter seals president, Gina’s greatest reward is seeing children around her do something truly amazing.

That applies to her own children, her easter seals kiddos, and those of family or friends. “i am truly amazed when i see kids learn something and practice it. it is God’s greatest gift to see a child feel proud or accomplished about something they have just done – it could be counting to 10 in spanish, spelling their own name, or even walking on their own for the first time! All of these things have been recent milestones in the lives of those around me and it has been awesome to see. These are simple things for some people – but they are obstacles for some and the true reward is seeing progress.”

Asked about challenges, the evergracious Gina said her biggest issue was not having enough time to give.

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Grant Anderson

chief executive officer Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington Normal Grant has served in his current role with the boys and Girls Club for 2½ years. He was inspired to serve by his own humble upbringing.

“Growing up outside of a poor rural illinois town, population 700, there weren’t always abundant opportunities, and my parents come from even less. Considerable research shows the ‘opportunity gap’ between kids from wealthy and lowincome homes is large and continues to grow. it is my personal belief that we, all of

us, have a responsibility to support those born into less than perfect circumstances through no fault of their own and, in order for those kids to live up to their full potential, we must live up to our full responsibility.”

When asked about his greatest challenges, Grant observed, “The past 2½ years have been the most difficult of my life. my skills and abilities have been stretched, the stress has been high, and the responsibility of leading all aspects of a youth organization from finance to safety of our kids was immense. The breadth of activities that need to be juggled at any one time is the greatest challenge. it isn’t always possible to devote as much focus and time on any one area or project as i would like.”

Continuing, he adds, “Another significant challenge is the scope of the need in our community for at-risk youth.

There is much more that needs to be done.”

That being said, Grant says he is rewarded every time a parent offers heartfelt thanks to his staff for providing opportunities for a child or when he hears directly from the youth about the impact the boys & Girls Club has on life.

Easter Seals

has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for nearly 100 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, easter seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals. in Central illinois, the primary offerings include autism services, medical rehabilitation, children’s services, cerebral palsy services, aquatic programs, camping and recreation. There are many ways to donate to easter seals, and 90 cents of every dollar received goes directly toward programs and services to children. to learn more, visit www.easterseals.com/ci/ways-to-give.

Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal

is a youth enhancement program that provides both summer and after-school activities. These activities, which serve the emotional, cultural and social needs of youth ages 6-18, follow these key elements for positive youth development: a safe and positive environment, fun, supportive and lasting relationships as well as opportunities, and recognition and validation for accomplishments. to learn more, visit www.bgcb-n.org.

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Dontae Latson

president and chief executive officer YWCA McLean County dontae came to bloomington-normal from seat Pleasant, md., 2½ years ago, in response to the call from the YWCA. He was raised and inspired by his grandmother, “the most loving and giving person that i have had the pleasure of knowing.“ Like his colleagues in the nonprofit community, dontae believes his greatest reward is in doing the work, in having the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others. His greatest challenge is funding the many programs he wishes to make

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA is a nonprofit, cause-driven organization. its mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. serving over 5,000 people annually, the bloomington-normal Y is an independently operated, governed and led organization with a national affiliation with the YmCA of the usA. it depends on the generosity of its donors, members and program participants to fulfill its mission.

For more information about the global reaches of the Y, visit www.ymca.net.

YWCA McLean County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. its programs range from senior services and education to childcare, leadership and empowerment workshops, and advocacy. its leaders believe that everyone has something to give, and they seek and deploy volunteers throughout the community. to learn more about how you can help, visit www.ywcamclean.org.

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available to the community. Asked what he would say to a young person considering a nonprofit career, he didn’t hesitate in saying, “i would commend them for their choice, and further applaud them on their decision to help make their community and society better for all.” dontae looks forward to continuing the culture change that he has been working on since he came to the YWCA, and in creating a scholarship in memory of his beloved grandmother, to assist other grandparents who are charged with child rearing. He also hopes to find time to become more involved in this community, and in mentoring both young professionals and at-risk youth.

B.J. Wilken

executive director and CEO Bloomington-Normal YMCA b.J has been involved in YmCA programming for 16 years. The last six have been here in bloomington-normal.

Asked what called him to this position, he cautioned, “There’s a long story to this one.” He learned at a young age to value health, sports and fitness, and knew instinctively that he wanted to seek a profession in a related field.

“Looking back on my childhood experiences, i’m now able to see why God chose the YmCA for me. What started as a desire to work in the health and wellness field quickly morphed into the understanding that i’ve been put here to serve, and that my actions are for a larger purpose.”

Like his colleagues, b.J. wishes he could do more. “Our greatest challenge right now is lack of space.” He would love to provide additional programming, but right now it’s limited. However, the rewards come daily, whether that is in seeing a child jump up and down after making a first basket, or setting a swimming record, or hearing from an adult about weight loss or conquering a serious addiction due to healthy programming and support.

“These stories fill the entire staff with a sense of purpose and gratitude.” if he could give up his day job, though he’s not looking to, b.J thinks he could be a professional bass fisherman (“i really like bass fishing!). He enjoys all aspects of the great outdoors, except maybe winter (“i hate wintertime!”).

Would he offer any advice to young professionals considering the nonprofit career path? “Yes – make sure you have

a passion for your cause, and understand that charitable service is not an 8-5 workday. Also, remember to make your own health and well-being a priority. (You can’t help others unless you take care of yourself.) Finally, never lose your sense of humor … in many cases, you’re going to need that most of all.”

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he final question for each of our leaders was this: “in just a few words, describe what being a part or the bloomington-normal community means to you.” “bloomington-normal is a supportive, resourceful, and family friendly community,” offers b.J. “We’re fortunate to have outstanding education, good employment opportunities, low crime, and, best of all, we’re only 2-3 people removed from knowing the whole community. my family and i feel very blessed to live, work, and contribute to our community!” dontae agrees. “bloomington normal is full of potential,” he observes. “i enjoy being a part of a larger movement of good people that are committed to reaching that potential.” not to be outdone, Grant adds, “i’m proud to be part of a community with the leadership, vision, and tenacity to solve some of our most striking challenges.”

Gina completes the conversation with “i love being active in this community. i wish i had more time to give! i want to help people do it all!”

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Business Barometer Low gas prices predicted this winter

bLOOminGtOn — As crude oil prices continued to drop in the fall, Patrick deHaan, a senior petroleum analyst for Gasbuddy.com, predicted in early november that twin City gas prices would remain below $2 a gallon through Christmas and low all winter.

Penelope’s consignment shop on market bLOOminGtOn — Lynne norris, owner of Penelope’s consignment shop, announced in early november that she would sell the business at 626 n. main st., bloomington, so she can devote more time to her family.

Remodeling updates Denny’s in Normal nORmAL — denny’s, 1615 n. main st., normal, reopened nov. 17 after a $375,000, weeklong renovation designed to bring a modern look to the dining room and service areas.

Knit, crotchet shop opens in Towanda Plaza bLOOminGtOn — Le mouton Rouge Knittery, a full-service knit and crochet shop owned and operated by Kelly norby, opened this fall at 1206 towanda Plaza, suite 1, bloomington.

Sugar Mama’s shifts focus to uptown story bLOOminGtOn — Owner susie tod closed sugar mama bakery, 405 n. main st., bloomington, on nov. 8 to focus on her uptown normal location, which will have a grand reopening in January.

ISU entrepreneur hits target with invention nORmAL — Avid hunter Kameron Carpenter of minier, an illinois state university senior majoring in entrepreneurship, won this year’s startup showcase on nov. 13 at isu with his idea for an accessory to hold hunting bows.

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nORmAL — A yearlong remodeling of Jeffrey Alans, 701 s. towanda Ave., completed in november includes a new facade, more seasonal displays, a larger ladies boutique, a new baby department, a frame shop, more home furnishings, new restrooms, wider aisles and new flooring.

Antique store site endorsed bLOOminGtOn — The city’s Zoning board of Appeals voted nov. 17 to recommend a special-use permit for a proposed antique store at 405 e. Locust st., bloomington, which previously housed a beauty salon, a tax preparation office and a counseling facility.

Retrofit Culture unveils new location bLOOminGtOn — Retrofit Culture, a vintage and handmade store announced in mid-november it would move from 400 s. madison st., bloomington, to a larger location in the former West side Clothing building, 1014 W. Washington st.

B-N home sales up from last year bLOOminGtOn — even though 64 fewer twin City homes were sold in October than in september, 2015 home sales remained 5.5 percent ahead of last year’s pace, according to statistics released by the bloomington-normal Association of Realtors.

Art gallery owner seeks money for gallery bLOOminGtOn — Artist matt erickson launched a fund drive this fall to pay for a sprinkler system that would allow him to reopen his massive, eclectic art gallery and work space, cometogetherspace, at 212 n. Roosevelt Ave. in downtown bloomington, for public events.

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nORmAL — The last mitsubishi Outlander sport built at mitsubishi motors north America rolled off the assembly line nov. 25 as the normal plant, idling almost all of its 1,200 workers and leaving officials scrambling to find a buyer for the plant.

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sPRinGFieLd — A decision by a mcLean County judge to allow enbridge access to farmland for construction of a 167-mile oil pipeline before payments for that access had been resolved was upheld in november by the 4th district Appellate Court.

Bank changes name, expands services

bLOOminGtOn — The local branch of morton Community bank, at 2401 e. empire st., bloomington, has been renamed bloomington-normal Community bank to reflect its expanded role as a full-service bank.

Zorba’s restaurant to close

nORmAL — Zorba’s, a popular, family-owned restaurant located near the illinois state university campus at 603 dale st., normal, will close dec. 13, and the property, which has been sold, faces an uncertain future.

Women’s boutique opens in downtown

bLOOminGtOn — Christina Rogers has opened Refine 309, a downtown bloomington boutique dedicated to helping customers create a look to complement their personalities and lifestyles by offering the latest fashion trends in jewelry, accessories, gifts, handbags and more.

Normal OKs attempt to reopen hotel

nORmAL — The normal City Council voted dec. 7 to offer normal Lodging LLC six weeks to secure financing — and up to $4.85 million in public incentives — to open a Radisson Hotel at the former Holiday inn at 8 traders Circle by next fall.

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802 E. Washington, BL 13,576 sq. ft., zoned B1. Signalized corner lot, near Downtown Bloomington.

419 Bronco Drive, BL (REDUCED) 1.83 Acres ‐ Corner lot in developing area. Easy access to I‐55/I‐74 Lot 1, Highpoint Hill, Lexington 1.16 Acres ‐ Prime commercial lot, off I‐55 Interchange.

Rt. 9 West, BL 41+/‐ Acres near I‐55/I‐74 Interchange.

Zoned M1 (can be rezoned to B1)

LeRoy Plaza Sub, LeRoy 1‐3 Acres ‐ at I‐74 Interchange

420 Kays Drive, NL 1.15 Acres ‐ Great corner lot at Towanda and Kays. Good traffic counts.

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2402 E. Washington, BL Bank/Office Building 4,484 sq. ft., 1.18 acres

122 E. Center, LeRoy 2005 Jacobssen, NL Office ± Medical Retail/Office/Apartment 11,900 sq. ft.

8,024 sq. ft.

land

3005 Gill St., BL Office ± For Sale 12,400 sq. ft.

(309) 664-3527

Coldwell Banker Commercial and the Coldwell Banker Commercial Logo are registered service marks licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

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Evening of Stars bracelet reveal American Red Cross of the Heartland Fundraiser Jack Lewis Jewelers, Bloomington Tuesday, Dec. 8 Photos by Erin Woods

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Ceava Katts with the famous Soho bracelets

Coleen Moore, Christel and Steve Denault, Catherine Porter, Dennis Brtva

Mary Feicke, Brooks Phillips

Cathy Allen, Wendy Wilber

Lyn Hruska, Cheryl Hussain, Dr. Tom Nielsen, Dr. Kathy Bohn

We welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your construction project.

Ginger and Patrick Gavin

John Carter

1012 Ekstam, Suite #1, Bloomington, IL 61704

Phone: 309-261-9049

Ceava Katts, Roger and Mary Hunt

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Inspiration Photos by Deanna Frautschi

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man should be born again “onEvery the first day of January.

Start with a fresh page. ”

- Henry Ward Beecher

White-tailed deer often have a hard time finding enough food on the frozen, snow-covered ground during winter months.

Deer often forage for leftover seed and corn at our birdfeeders and trim a few young trees back, too.

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Retail, Office, Land, Lease Space, Investment & Multi-Family

1833 W. Hovey, NL $698,000 ($22.00 PSF) Multi-use, Flex, Industrial Building 31,720 Sq. Ft.-Office: 9,520 Sq. Ft. Warehouse: 7,380 Sq. Ft. (Dock) Production:/Storage14,280 Sq. Ft. Recent spacious office addition Lot: 200 x 300 (1.38 acres) Parking: 50 Spaces Easy Access to Interstate Highways UnDER APPRAISAL

REDUCED

Mike Flynn

Broker, Lawyer, REALtOR® 309-662-2124 mflynn@cbhoa.com

406-408 Detroit Dr., BL $524,900 REDUCED ($5.00 psf) Lot Size: 2.41 Acres/346’ Frontage B-1 Zoning Detroit Dr: Ingress & Egress Great Exposure Signalized Intersection Next to Carmike/Ovation Cinemas Ready To Build

Mike Flynn

Broker, Lawyer, REALTOR® 309-662-2124 mflynn@cbhoa.com

Call one of these REALTORS for all your Commercial Real Estate Needs!

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Available For Lease 170—2000 sq. ft.

1319 VETERAN’S PKWY INDIVIDUAL OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE PRIME LOCATION

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     450 sq ft—1525 Ft. Jesse Rd. Multi Use (Agent Interest)..CALL  900 sq ft— 409 S. Prospect (Office/Medical)..….$950/mo  1,000 sq ft —1605 G.E. Rd. (Warehouse/Shop)….…CALL  1,100 sq ft —321 Susan Dr. (Exec Office)...…...$1,500/mo  1,200 sq ft —2424 E. Lincoln (Retail/Office)….$1,500/mo  1,250 sq ft— 905 Eldorado Rd. (Retail/Office)...$1,550/mo  1,266 sq ft —211 Landmark Dr. (Class A Off)...$1,500/mo  1,363 sq ft —1531 Ft. Jesse Rd. (Office/Retail).…$900/mo  1,403 sq ft — 211 Landmark Dr. (Retail/Office).PENDING  1,440 sq ft —211 Landmark (Premiere Office)…….$14/sf 

1,700 sq ft — 1210 Warriner (Warehouse/Office)..$1,000/mo 1,700 sq ft — 1602 Glasson (Office, Retail)……...…...CALL 1,715 sq ft — 2303 E Washington (Retail/Office)….....CALL 1,980 sq ft — Lafayette Business Park (Warehouse)….CALL 2,000 sq ft— 1102 N. Hershey ( Retail/Laundromat)...$15/sf 2,000 sq ft— 2303 E. Washington (Restaurant)....$3,000/mo 2,300 sq ft — 1531 Ft Jesse (Office/Warehouse)...$2,450/mo 2,500 sq ft — 407 Kays Dr (Class A Office)……...….$12/sf 2,800sq ft — Rt. 9 West (Warehouse)………….…..…$8/sf 3,990 sq ft— 703 N. Clinton (Retail/Special Use)…....CALL 4,000 sq ft — 1602 Glasson—(Multi Use) Will Divide.CALL 4,095 sq ft — 1408 E. Empire (Retail/Office)…….…..$13/sf 6,000 sq ft — 309 W South, McLean, IL—(Multi Us)..CALL 7,000 sq ft — 1507 Circle Ave (Warehouse/Office)$3,500/mo 14,500 sq ft —503 East St (Warehouse)………...….…CALL

For Sale/Investment Opportunities   

POSSIBLE REDEVELOPMENT DOWNTOWN BLOOMINGTON 1.75 ACRES/2 BUILDINGS

1209 1/2 Towanda Ave..—Retail, Double Drive Thru (Leasehold) 503 E. Locust St.—2 Unit Multi Family—Fully Leased 626 N. Main—Business Opportunity—Penelope’s Consignment Shop—Leasehold      

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

11,000 sf Commercial Strip Center n Heyworth 3 Tenant Property Fully Leased Though 2020 GREAT CAP RATE

Pontiac Greenhouse/Floral Shop—326 E Pinckney, Pontiac IL—NEW 40 Acres, Rte. 9 East (Saybrook Area) Pasture, CRP, 2 Ponds Investor’s Dream—HOUSE FOR SALE, 310 N. McLean (Agent Interest) 3,349 sq. ft.- 806 Four Seasons Rd. Free Standing Building 6,000 sq. ft. - 309 W. South St., McLean, IL Warehouse/Office 13,240 sq ft—2010 Jacobssen Dr. - Medical Complex—(Multi Use)

Commercial Lots       

Commercial Lots — Golden Centre — Leroy—Agent Interest Commercial Lots—Heyworth—All utilities to site .......$4.00 sf 1.91 acres—Corner of Rt. 47 & 165, Sibley 1.27 acres —Rt. 51 South, Bloomington 9.97 Acres, Development Property, Off I-74 @ Exit 174. Mahomet 31,338 sq. ft.—1418 Woodbine-B-1 Multi Use—Agent Interest 26,118 sq ft — 1202 Morrissey (Retail Site) Zoned B-1—Make Offer 30,391 sq ft — 2403 GE Road—Prime Location - Some Engineering

Looking for Restaurant Space

Residential

CEDAR CREST HISTORICAL DISTRICT 17 Broadway Place 3 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath NEW PRICE $159,900

Several Sites to choose from CALL FOR INFORMATION

“Selling your Business ….is our business”

Greg Schrof 309-825-0101 greg@schrofcompanies.com

Registered Business Brokers Real Estate Services Property Management

Carl Schrof 309-825-0677 cgs36@aol.com

WWW.SCHROFCOMMERCIAL.COM

2303 E. Washington—Suite 5-A — Bloomington, IL 61704

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