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JUNE 2014 | LAKE COUNTY

MUSIC SCENE Check out cool summer events on our calendar

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“Before I saw Dr. Rivard at Illinois Vein Specialists, it was tough doing my job.”

Dr. Stephen P. Rivard (L.) and Mr. Craig Frey (R.), fronting the famous 18th “Waterwheel” hole at Makray Memorial Golf Club

Dr. Stephen Rivard, medical director of IVS, recalls: “Craig’s vein disease, like that of many others in our practice, started in his late teens and, by the time I saw him, the disease was quite advanced.”

Myth 3: The treatment of varicose veins is just a cosmetic fix and unless the leg hurts, there really is no reason other than vanity to seek repair.

The myth that varicose veins don’t need to be treated unless they are painful is not only incorrect it is often dangerous to the patient’s health.

Varicose veins are a sign of an important vascular insufficiency and compromise. Like arterial hypertension and dental cavities, the insidious nature of chronic venous hypertension is progressively destructive and should be treated before pain and other symptoms occur.

Myth 6: Vein disease is a sign of aging and only occurs in older adults.

Increasing age is a slight risk factor for varicose veins because of wear and tear on the vein valves that regulate blood flow. Patients certainly perceive it as more common as they age because the disease has had longer to make its symptoms known and is more advanced and has done more damage.

Dr. Rivard adds: “Craig is a good example of one of the widely-held myths about vein disease— that it primarily is a concern of older adults.

This is just not the case. Take a look below at six common myths about vein disease.”

SIX MYTHS ABOUT VEIN DISEASE Myth 1: Once varicose or spider veins have been repaired, they will always re-occur.

The recurrence of varicose veins after treatment is a myth born from the prior inadequate care.

Treatment methods in the past, while done with best intentions, actually caused recurrence of varicose veins. With the onset of Board Certification, methods of treatment have become more organized, safer and more efficient. Now recurrence rates should be below 5%.

Myth 2: It is best to wait until a woman has had all her pregnancies to deal with varicose and spider veins.

While there is some historical experience underlying this myth, it was also born out of the fact that prior treatments for varicose veins were often inadequate and frequently led to recurrence. New treatments, however, are safe, virtually painless and, more than 98% of the time, lead to permanent resolution of varicose veins at their source.

The new paradigm ought to be that obstetric physicians send their patients for venous insufficiency evaluation prior to their getting pregnant.

Myth 5: So-called “vein stripping” is the best way to treat varicose veins.

Outdated techniques such as vein stripping to treat varicose veins are sadly still being used by some even today. This is a two-hour inpatient surgical procedure requiring anesthesia. Even more troubling, vein stripping works less than half the time, is painful, fraught with complications and often makes matters worse. Ultrasound guided laser therapy by a Board Certified Phlebologist is over 98% effective for virtually painlessly and permanently treating varicose veins with little if any side effects in an outpatient setting.

However, the primary cause of vein disease, accounting for about 80% of cases, is hereditary.

It is not at all unusual to find varicose veins in young adults and even teenagers.

Craig Frey—before and after photos for treatment of varicose veins

Myth 4: Because the treatment of varicose veins is cosmetic, insurance does not cover the expense.

While the treatment of spider veins is often considered a vanity or cosmetic issue and is not covered by insurance, the treatment of varicose veins is not a cosmetic issue and is almost always covered by insurance. In our experience, the initial diagnostic evaluation for venous disease is covered by insurance more than 90% of the time as well. The insurance coverage is determined by a qualified phlebologist using ultrasonography testing the size and function/dysfunction of the veins in the legs.

Illinois Vein Specialists opened in 2009 and has a staff of a dozen—physicians, RNs, medical technicians, ultrasound specialists and administrative personnel. Since then they have helped well over a thousand Barrington-area patients.

“One of the things I like the best about specializing in vein disease is the opportunity to meet wonderful people like Craig Frey; being able to help them is the reason I get up in the morning.”

To find out how Illinois Vein Specialists, A Center of Excellence in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Vein Disease™, might be able to help you: call for an appointment at 847-277-9100, stop by our offices at 22285 Pepper Rd, (suite 105), Lake Barrington and look at our “brag book” or visit us on-line at www.Illinoisveinspecialists.com. © 2012 Illinois Vein Specialists. All rights reserved.

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He needed relief and became a patient of Illinois Vein Specialists in 2010.

INSIDE 7 Woman of Distinction — Introducing Jamie O’Meara; a local volunteer who’s vowed to put downtown Waukegan back on the map.

9 Balance is Power — Meet Kathleen Caldwell, a business consultant and goals advisor who embodies the notion of a life lived in balance.

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Whether in the backyard or at a summer festival, the grill has become the hallmark of the season.

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10 Water World — Fishing, boating and kayaking are at the ready, and closer than you think all along the Chain-O-Lakes.

10 Vacation, revisited — When you load up an RV for your summer’s journey, everybody’s happy. At i94RV, they have everything you’re looking for to make your family vacation fabulous.

16 A Course in Camaraderie — Women find outlet for networking and socializing, on the greens.

Home & Lifestyle 18 Gardens Glory — June has arrived and with it, a bounty of blossoms is at the ready.

20 Treasure hunting — Whether you’re a true aficionado or just a sucker for nostalgia, opportunity abounds for antique enthusiasts.

Family In Focus 26 Get Happy — Family columnist Michelle Stien shares the importance of recognizing the good times, amid the struggles.

Fashion & Beauty 29 One hot mess — The sun can be warm and inviting, but if you don’t look out for your skin, the damage could be severe. Find out how to protect while you play.

31 Look haute, stay cool — Make your summer memorable, with tips from fashion and beauty columnist Randi Moxi.

Health & Fitness 32 Saving the brain — Find out more about the threats of tumor to the brain, its function and what’s being done to protect it.

33 A WEALTH OF HEALTH — De-stress this season, with tips for a healthy summer from Agape Chiropractic.

Dining & Entertaining 34 Get grillin’ — F ind great tips for your backyard barbecue from grilling experts at the famed Fay’s Pork Chop Bar-B-Que.

Out & About 39 Social Life — Alexian Brothers Foundation held its annual gala, “Reaching New Heights” to support programs and services for the homeless, those living with mental Illness, and those in need of hospice care.

40 Artist Showcase — Michele Muzones of Lindenhurst shares her oil painting “I am…beautiful” 42 Calendar — Outdoor concerts, athletic events, food and fun fill the calendar across our communities this month. lakecountymagazine.com

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Ahh, summer.

Backyard barbecues. Baseball games. Bicycle rides.

As the warm air beckons us outdoors, a vast array of recreation awaits.

Hidden amid the suburban sprawl are alcoves and inlets of nature’s splendor, ready to enjoy. There is boating and fishing all along the Chain of Lakes.

Bike trails that stretch along waterways and across wooded landscapes, and perfectly manicured fairways stretching between towering tree lines.

A full calendar of outdoor musical events invites you to relax with friends and family and enjoy the arts “alfresco,” under the stars. From local favorites to headliners, local downtown concerts to full-fledged rock shows, there’s a concert for every fan.

Try escaping for a summer excursion in a fabulous RV. The folks at i94RV in Wadsworth can set you up with the perfect vehicle for your family.

If history is your thing, spend your summer days treasure hunting at a variety of area antique shops and markets. Discover something special and make it your own; a nostalgic souvenir from a summer’s journey.

Wherever you travel this summer season, you’ll always come home to your own backyard, and your Suburban Life.

Thanks for reading.

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LEISURE AND RECREATION: It’s time to enjoy the warm weather, finally! In this edition we feature numerous things to do around the county this summer that will appeal to people of all ages.

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Walking Waukegan Volunteer Jamie O’Meara works to revitalize her favorite downtown

In her day job, O’Meara is the chief accountant for the Waukegan Port District. She crunches numbers in an office at the Waukegan Harbor where she says she has the best window in the city.

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“It’s the best view, 365 days a year,” she says.

“Gazing out the window for a few minutes helps me collect my thoughts.”

As a child, Jamie O’Meara remembers her mom loading the family car with children and making the drive from Zion to Waukegan — the big city — for back-to-school shopping. She recalls a vibrant downtown full of shops and shoppers as she strolled down the street.

It was former coworker Mary Walker who got O’Meara involved in the Main Street organization, inviting her to attend a Main Street event after work.

Waukegan has undergone considerable change since those memories from the late 1960s, but O’Meara has a vision for putting the city back on the map as a top destination in Lake County.

She found a more creative role on the board than she was used to; organizing events and fundraisers and working in collaboration with people who shared a vision for improving the downtown.

O’Meara is the president of the Waukegan Main Street Board, a team of volunteers committed to supporting the economic vibrancy of the downtown. O’Meara says she isn’t trying to re-create the Waukegan of the past, but rather build for the future.

“We can’t go back and recreate,” O’Meara says.

“The vibrancy of the downtown is our goal and we’re using our resources, which are great, to draw people to town.”

“She roped me in and I loved it,” O’Meara says.

“It was so different than what I did during the day,” she says.

She has been a part of the Waukegan Main Street organization for the last 12 years, working on an array of projects and plans. She was involved in projects including the launch of the monthly ArtWauk to promote galleries and art and entertainment venues, inviting people to stroll the downtown. She also worked on the Karcher Artspace Lofts, the redevelopment of

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historic hotel site into an art space.

Sharing stories about the work of the organization O’Meara can’t mask her enthusiasm for the town and future. “What I’m doing now builds and rebuilds the community that’s going to be needed in the future,” O’Meara says.

Madelyn Sergel, artistic director for Clockwise Theatre in Waukega, where O’Meara is a board member, says she is the type of volunteer everyone wants.

“Jamie knows how to get things done,” Sergel says. “She is both a motivator and a truth teller, which is a wonderful combination. She has tireless effort, wonderful charisma and she is a real important leader,” Sergel says.

Fellow board member for Clockwise Theatre Jane Waller says O’Meara has a way of utilizing her analytical skills with an ability to bring people together.

“She brings enthusiasm, consistency and a she has a real pleasant way about her,” Waller says.

Finding Balance Entrepreneur learned to embrace, enjoy her success | By ELIZABETH HARMON As a young woman in a male-dominated field, Kathleen Caldwell’s drive to succeed brought an exciting career, financial reward … and a cardiacrelated wake-up call, at the age of 40.

In 2000, Caldwell, now a Woodstock resident and entrepreneur, was a technology sales executive working brutal hours and traveling constantly. “I was away from family, lacked a strong support network and wasn’t taking good care of myself. My job had become my life,” Caldwell said That changed on a Sunday morning, when Caldwell experienced what she thought was a heart attack.

In the cardiac intensive care unit at a downtown Chicago hospital, she was diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation, a fast and irregular heartbeat triggered by stress and other factors, and advised by doctors to slow down.

Caldwell took the advice, and in the process, discovered a more meaningful approach to business and personal success.

Today, she is the president and chief business strategist of Caldwell Consulting Group, an author, speaker and certified coach.

Her book, “Blueprint for Success,” includes business lessons from Caldwell, Dr. Stephen R. Covey, Ken Blanchard and 13 other authors. Her articles have appeared in publications that include the McHenry County Business Journal, and the Northwest Herald.

She is in the process of launching a nationally syndicated column entitled, “Success: Love Your Business, Love Your Body, Love Your Life.”

She’s also working to become a certified health coach, personal trainer, heart-centered hypnotherapist, and she’s run two marathons.

On June 25, Caldwell will be the keynote speaker at the Suburban Life — Lake County Women’s Power Lunch in Barrington. Her presentation, “The Art of Balance — Real World Strategies to Live the life YOU Love!” will offer insights and ideas to help women find their personal definition of success.

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“I believe it is possible to have it all, and it’s important to define what ‘all’ means, because it’s different for everyone,” she said.

sales. “The computer culture in the early ’80s was male dominated and I was the only woman out of hundreds of sales reps,” she said.

A native of the Chicago’s South Side and Aurora, Caldwell was the oldest of four, and as a young girl discovered a knack for sales and business. “I had lemonade stands, I was always the top seller for Girl Scout cookies. There was a lot of construction in our neighborhood, and my brother and I had a business selling soft drinks to the construction workers. It was fun and we actually made money,” she said.

The experience was challenging, and pushed her to excel. “In one sales contest, out of the top reps in the state of Florida, I was number one. They were so sure a man was going to win, that the prize was this big, brown, clunky briefcase.”

Her father was an entrepreneur and worked in sales, but it was his interest in becoming a lawyer that influenced Kathleen’s early career choice.

She graduated early from high school and attended Mundelein College, now Loyola. When her family relocated to Florida, she followed a year later and enrolled at Florida State University, where she studied history, international affairs and business.

But as she prepared for law school entrance exams, she began to question her direction. “In the end, I led myself astray, trying to fulfill a dream that was my father’s, but not aligned with my gifts and talents,” she said It was a confusing, difficult time, she recalls. “I didn’t want to disappoint my parents but I didn’t know what I wanted to do.”

A sales career was a logic choice. “I loved connecting with people. It was fun for me,” she said.

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Through the 1990s, Caldwell continued her rise in technology until her hospitalization in 2000. “I realized that all I was doing was working, and I didn’t have a lot of love in my life, so I made a decision to change.”

Six months of soul-searching led her in the direction of coaching. She enrolled in a certification program through Coach University and slowly worked her plan to transition into a full time coaching business.

In 2005, she founded Caldwell Consulting Group, and has worked with a diverse roster of companies, from Kraft Foods to Bag Makers in Union.

One of Caldwell’s newest passions is expanding her WHEE Institute, which stands for Wealthy, Healthy, Energetic, Edge, and is aimed at helping business people rediscover the excitement and joy that can get lost amid too much busyness.

“Instead of asking how can we get through the day, the question is how can I really enjoy my day and love my life? How can I live my purpose and make a difference. It’s about progress, not perfection,” she said. lakecountymagazine.com

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W r o e rld t a W As summer arrives, the waterways beckon | By STEPHANIE KOHL

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oating is more than an activity, it’s a lifestyle.

And a popular lifestyle at that.

The Fox Waterway Agency, which includes 15 lakes, three miles of the Fox River, as well as various tributaries and channels, is the busiest recreational waterway in the United States in the number of boats per acre.

According to Ron Barker, executive director of the Fox Waterway Agency, on average, it sells 23,000 annual permits and 3,500 day passes. Boating season goes from early May through the end of October, with the busiest part of the season in the summer months of June, July and August.

“Our lakes and rivers are multi-use,” Barker says.

“People use them for pleasure boating, swimming, skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.”

Barker says it is a relaxing lifestyle to be out on the water and be within nature.

“The waterway community is a very close-knit, friendly community who will go out of their way to help each other along the water,” Barker says.

He also cited the number of amenities along the waterway as a huge draw. There are a number of restaurants, parks, marinas and other places to dock along the waterway.

Barker says the Fox Waterway draws from the Chicago area, Milwaukee and Rockford areas. They cover the Fox River from the Wisconsin state line to the Algonquin dam.

With so many people sharing the waterways, Barker says it is important to be aware of your surroundings.

“The number one rule is everyone has to remember the captain is responsible for his boat and his passengers and a little courtesy goes a long way,” Barker says.

Permits for the Fox Waterway are available at the Fox Waterway Agency, 45 S. Pistakee Road, Fox Lake, and

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online at www.foxwaterway. state.il.us.

The waters are policed by the conservation police officers of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the Lake County Marine Unit, the McHenry County Marine Unit and the Coast Guard.

“We encourage all our boaters to take a boater safety course, to wear their life jackets and be aware of others around them,” Barker says. “And, of course, not to boat intoxicated, to be a safe and responsible boater.”

To keep up-to-date on all things within the agency’s jurisdiction, follow the Fox Waterway Agency on Facebook.

Another popular area to hit the waters is the Lake County Forest Preserves.

“We have access to the Fox River,” says Sue Hawkins, public affairs manager. “We also offer public access to the Des Plaines River and we have some inland lakes.”

Independence Grove in Libertyville is one of the preserve’s hottest spots for visitors. It includes a swimming lake as well as a marina, boat and bike rentals. New this year are standup paddleboards.

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She also acknowledged that the area is along one of the “more scenic sections of the Fox River.� Access is available at Fox River Forest Preserve in Port Barrington. “It’s quieter than the sections toward the north,�

Hawkins says, adding there is less boat activity in the areas near the forest preserve.

The Lake County Forest Preserves rent fishing boats, peddle boats, canoes, kayaks, pedal pontoon boats and standup paddleboards. There are also several locations from which people can launch their own boats.

Because forest preserve officials know safety is important, they advise that all boaters use personal flotation devices. Personal flotation devices are provided with all the preserve’s boat rentals. The forest preserve also offers classes on learning to

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canoe and kayak. “It’s a great way to try out the sport in an instructional setting,� Hawkins says. “It’s also good to do before you buy (your own boat).�

Fishing is yet another popular activity at Lake County Forest Preserves and the use of barbless, non-stainless steel hooks is encouraged. “It’s a little gentler (and offers) easier hook removal,� Hawkins says.

Hastings Lake Forest Preserve, which just opened last fall, in Lake Villa. In addition to a cartop boat launch, it also offers two fishing piers. “It makes it nice and convenient to fish at that location,� Hawkins says.

Some areas of the forest preserve have mandatory catch and release rules, Hawkins says. For a complete Fishing Guide, as well as information on water levels, boat rentals and more, visit www. lcfpd.org. lakecountymagazine.com

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or Chris Collier, one particular vacation stands out among the rest

“I was 10 years old, and my family traveled to California and Yellowstone in a luxury motorhome. It was me, my mom and dad, my sister and two of her friends. I remember how much fun we had while we were driving, playing games and watching TV,” he says.

other families find their way to an “are-wethere-yet”-free vacation. “When people are shopping for an RV, they’re looking for fun and adventure, so they’re happy when they come in here,” says Collier, who joined the company in 2013.

The company’s website offers video walk-throughs of available different makes and models, as well as a constantly updated database of available used RVs. “Our inventory changes fast and when certain models come in, they can go very quickly,” says Nicolette Matt, who handles the

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i94 RV, located at the Russell Road exit off Interstate 94, specializes in sales of new and used recreational vehicles, RV service and even rentals. The business was founded in 1961 by Chris’ father Ed Collier, and uncle Jim Collier, who also opened Collier RV in Rockford. The Colliers purchased the Lake County location in 2006.

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company’s internet marketing.

Customers in the market for a particular RV, can look for it via the i94 website, www.i94rv.com or through Facebook.

“Like” i94RV on Facebook, and receive a free embroidery map of the United States to record your RV journey. “It’s a fun idea and a nice homey touch for your RV,” says Matt.

RV enthusiasts come from all walks of life. “There are a lot of stereotypes that it’s mostly older people, but we also see a ton of families, couples in their 30s, and middle-aged,” Collier says.

The recession took a toll on the industry, but as the economy has improved, so have RV sales, Collier says. In addition, there has been a growing interest in smaller, more lightweight RVs that can be towed using fuel-efficient trucks and SUVs. “Some of our teardrop trailers and tent campers can be towed by a vehicle such as a Honda Pilot or a mini van,” he says.

RVs range from simple to luxurious. With so

many options to choose from, it’s best to start by considering how much sleeping room is needed and must-have amenities. If you’re planning to tow your RV, how much weight can your vehicle handle? Checking your vehicle’s manual or using an online resource such as the tow ratings database at www.campinglife.com will provide the information.

“You’ll want to compare your vehicle’s tow rating with an RV’s dry weight, plus a few extra hundred pounds for cargo,” says Matt.

Tent campers are typically the lightest and the most economical RV option. “They’re the closest thing to tent camping and lots of young families like them because they’re less enclosed and give the feeling of being out in the woods,” Collier says.

Tent campers may come equipped with toilets, wet baths, small kitchens, heat and AC, for camping comfort. Some also feature outdoor kitchens, showers and more. Most sleep six and can start as low as $10,000.

RVs range from simple to lucurious. With so many options to choose from, it’s best to start by considering how much sleeping room is needed and must-have amenities. lakecountymagazine.com

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Teardrops, the most compact hard-sided travel trailers, are great for couples or small families. “They typically sleep two to four people, they are easy to set up and lightweight and able to travel in areas that larger vehicles can’t,” Collier says.

Starting at around $13,000, teardrop trailers include major amenities such as a full kitchen and a wet bath, AC and heat. “You can still enjoy that camping feel,” says Collier.

Teardrop trailer.

RVs better suited to larger SUVs and trucks, include conventional travel trailers and fifth wheels.

The basic travel trailer is still the backbone of the market, Collier says. “These models have more space, and bump outs that open to provide more room.

They’re ideal for families and can sleep anywhere from four to 10 people.

Some models have outdoor kitchens and all of them have awnings as well.”

Travel trailers can start as low as $13,000, Collier says.

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Customers seeking more of the comforts of home may want to consider a “fifth wheel” model.

“This is less like camping and more like a small house.

Here’s where you’re seeing the 40-inch plus TVs, king-sized beds and residential quality furniture,” says Collier.

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Motorized recreational vehicles are driven rather than towed and come in three classifications. Class C motorhomes have an overhang above the driver and passenger seats and are very family friendly, with fewer luxury extras and more sleeping capacity, often for up to 10. Collier says these are popular rentals for family vacations.

“Driving one is comparable to driving a large pick-up truck. That’s an experience lots of people are familiar with,” he says.

New Class C motorhomes start at around $49,900.

Class B motorhomes are essentially conversation vans which sleep between three to six. i94 RV doesn’t carry Class Bs. Class A motorhomes are the largest and often the most luxurious, with residential quality furniture, carpet, multiple TVs and more. “These are often the size of a bus, and are the most like a home away from home,” Collier says. Class A motorhomes have gaspowered or diesel engines. Gas-powered models are less expensive and new models start at about $79,000.

Whatever size you choose, the allure of an RV is fun, plain and simple. “Vacations can be one day, one week or much longer.

There’s not the need to prepare by booking flights and hotels. It’s a great way to get closer to your family and get away from the stress of life,” Collier says.

Fifth wheels have bump-out or slideout rooms, can sleep up to eight and are popular with retirees who want a vacation home on wheels. “We have a lot of people who drive them down to Florida in the winter and park at a campground for three months,” Collier says. Fifth wheels start at around $35,000.

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or women and golf, acceptance has been a long time coming.

Twenty-one years ago, a group of local women contacted area golf courses, seeking permanent weekend tee times. Of the more than 20 courses called, none would assist them. They finally connected with Peter Jans Golf Course in Evanston, which became the first course to accommodate the women, and The Fairway Network was born.

A membership-based group of women who golf together, network and socialize, the organization now boasts Saturday leagues at Jackson Park and Robert Black golf courses in Chicago, a Sunday league at Eaglewood Golf Club in Itasca and golf outings at many courses throughout the Chicago suburbs.

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the making,” says Louise Pauly, who has been with The Fairway Network since its inception.

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“When I started, very few women I knew golfed,” says Pauly. “Golfing with men is great but very different,” The Fairway Network was an excellent way for her to meet other women with similar interests.

Judi Donovan, a member of EWGA, joined the Chicagoland chapter when she moved from Michigan five years ago. She had been looking for women with whom to golf, and had problems connecting until she joined EWGA. “Every day of the week EWGA offers different leagues. After you join, you have the opportunity to sign up for the night of the week you want and at whichever course is convenient,” she says.

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Pauly is vice president of sales and marketing for Totalworks, a database marketing firm.

One of the reasons she joined The Fairway Network was because of the business opportunities.

“In general you make good business contacts and I’m the poster child for that. I met the owner of Totalworks through The Fairway Network and she hired me,” she says.

Donovan is the executive director of GreenFields of Geneva, a retirement community. While she doesn’t do much business networking through her league, the activity itself helps her to bond with the GreenFields residents. “GreenFields is surrounded by two beautiful golf courses, many of the residents are avid golfers.

They love to hear about EWGA and my involvement,” she says.

Pauly says that it’s been interesting to watch the evolution of women’s golf in the country over the years since The Fairway Network was established.

“It’s certainly a generational thing. Even though the ratio of women to men golfers is still low, there are now many women golfers and also many organizations that focus on them,” she says. “It’s also an economic thing. Women hold 51 percent of the purse strings in the country so it’s good business for women to be amenable to women golfing.”

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“I’d never have met these women without The Fairway Network. And yes, we have golf in common, but we find we have other things in common as well,” she says. Your life is so much richer when you diversify your friendship base.”

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Warm June sun brings colorful life to the yard | By YVONNE BENSON The blooming month of May followed a verdant April. By the time June comes around, it’s hard to remember the dismal winter, when we all but forgot that trees had leaves and that grass required mowing. Now, places like Hawthorn Gardens gear up to help us appreciate the life growing around us — from indoor potted plants to backyard vegetable patches.

“The ground will be warm and the plants will have lots of time to expand their roots and perform in your landscape,” says Joni Cotton, nursery and perennial manager at Hawthorn Gardens. “June is a good time to plant roses, shrubs, trees, flowering perennials, ornamental grasses and vines.”

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It doesn’t take a master gardener to enjoy the bounty of summer blossoms. For lowmaintenance options, Cotton recommends daylilies, which come in all colors with some re-blooming varieties. They will grow in most all conditions except for dark shade, and will flower in late June into July. For a shady spot, hosta will be the best for low maintenance, she says. “They now have hybridized to more than 10,000 varieties with varying foliage colors and traits,” she adds. All hosta will flower in July, but their biggest appeal is the foliage.

Cotton also has some suggestions for summertime blooms. “Annuals will give you a colorful blooming show all summer. There are geraniums, marigolds, petunias and million bells for sun and impatiens, coleus and begonias for shade.” These plants are not fussy, so long as they are given the basic needs of good soil and water and the proper location, she adds.

“We encourage everyone to try gardening,” Cotton explains. “Start with growing something you can eat! You don’t need a lot of room — even a container can grow things like herbs, tomatoes and peppers.

[You] just need some good potting soil and a sunny spot. Add water when the soil feels dry and you’re good to go.”

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Hawthorn Gardens has a greats product for people who want a little life on their patio, deck, or balcony:

“An Earthbox would be perfect for vegetable gardening, with everything they need included in the kit. There are planter boxes that fit specifically on deck railings and of course, any kind of decorative container is perfect for putting some color on the patio.”

• In the rose category, there is a new series named Drift, which comes in pink, red, popcorn (white/yellow), coral and white.

“These are lower growing shrub roses and are very easy care to go along with prolific blooming all summer.” Cotton says, equally enthusiastic about new petunias, New Guinea impatiens, hostas, coral bells, and day lilies.

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Nostalgia Awaits Local antique shops are havens for vintage and retro items

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shows variety.”

There are many different antique dealers and shops in the area, and each vendor has its own personality and tastes that translates across the items they sell and showcase.

Since Zurko doesn’t have a stationary shop, he has the ability to switch things up for different events and organize events all over the suburbs.

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Bob Zurko, who is the CEO of Zurko Promotions, got bit with the antique bug when he was a Chicago teacher, and hasn’t looked back after his career change.

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ome say that time travel is not real, but one step into any of the antique shops in the area will change that idea immediately. From vintage furniture to pre-Civil War items, many antique shops are bringing back the past in tangible form.

Although technically, the word “antique” refers only to items that are 100 years old or older, most antique stores include and feature items that are vintage, classic, or simply hard to find.

No matter the definition, there is history waiting at antique stores and vendors throughout Lake County, as they make it easier to find valuable old items without traveling the back roads on your own.

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“This is the only business where you work 80 hours a week so you don’t have to work 40,” Zurko says. “I really don’t consider it work. It’s fun.”

Another haven for antiques as well as vintage and retro items in the area that has a brickand-mortar location is the Volo Antique Malls, which were first opened in 1992. The 30-acre property features three antique malls with more than 300 dealers, as well as a Mercantile Mart, which boasts gifts, collectables, home furnishings and more. There is also an Auto Museum onsite to add to the nostalgia..

Zurko runs a gamut of antique events throughout the western suburbs every year, including a monthly show in Grayslake (which generally has 1,200 tables of items for sale), an all-nighter antique show, and a Spook-tacular Antique Show in October for Halloween.

“When we first started, my dad sold some furniture, and one antique mall was pretty successful and seemed to take off,” Lisa Santiago, manager and daughter of owner Bill Grams, says. “We said, ‘we’ve got more buildings. Let’s just keep doing it.’”

“We run everything from antique shows to flea markets, and each one draws a different clientele,” Zurko says. “We try to do different accents to enhance the quality and give the

The Volo Mall rents spaces to dealers to sell their items, and the museum just adds to the old school environment.

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TREASURES GALORE With so many different options from so many different vendors, there’s an infinite amount of treasures to be found at antique shops and fairs. Whether you are in the market for a big-ticket item, or simply want to browse what’s available, antique stores are the perfect place to find trinkets and treasures.

“I always ask what direction they tend to buy,” Santiago says. “We really have two broad spectrums that go from classic to funky.”

Each vendor usually has a specialty, which can range from jewelry and furniture to kitchen items from the 60s. If buyers aren’t sure what direction they are looking in, large malls like the Volo Antique Malls provide a wide array of options.

“I bought a David Bowie picture from the mall that still had the tags on it,” she adds.

“It’s just an 80s gem.”

Unlike Santiago, Zurko doesn’t collect as much as he used to, but he still has a soft spot and keeps an eye out for high-quality toys and comics.

“After many years treasure hunting never gets old — and that’s what antiquing really is,” Zurko says. “People are looking for that treasure to add to their collection to put in their home and enjoy. It doesn’t get old.”

In his 46 years in the industry, Zurko has learned what has worked and what doesn’t, and has started offering antique shows with unique themes throughout the years. Zurko even offers guided trips to go antique hunting in England and Poland once a year, with the Poland trip approaching in the summer.

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“The thing is if people are a fan of an era, they can be trapped in time here,” Santiago says. “There’s cool ornate carved pieces, strange taxidermy, autographs, a vinyl store, and of course, the auto museum. We have so many things for a variety of people.”

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I’m not gonna lie. Despite the fact the song, “Happy” by Pharrell has been played ad nauseam for the last six months, I still get a little giddy when it comes on the radio.

I recently celebrated my 37th birthday, and in the days leading up to it, decided to do a little countdown campaign on Facebook. I started 20 days out and posted “Top 20 Things I Love About Life” each day.

It started very simply, when I could hear my son laughing his trademark belly laugh from the other room. He was probably watching one of those stupid cartoons he loves so much.

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involve broken glass, vomiting or trips to the emergency room. For once, it was something downright pleasurable.

It got me to thinking — these are the things I need to cherish. Amidst all the chaos and catastrophe that involves raising two young children, there’s always something to make me happy.

If I’ve learned anything in my 37 years on Earth, it is to be more appreciative of this life that has been given to us.

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I’ve tried over the last several years to embrace my role as a stay-at-home mom and not become the harried housewife. Shortly after I quit my job and decided to stay home, my husband I started doing “positives” before we went to bed at night. It was a way to overcome the stress of the kids, work, money, the house and life in general and find at least one positive thing that happened that day.

For a while happiness simply meant taking a shower. But it really helped put things in perspective for us.

We parlayed that same idea once the kids got older and had them tell us their favorite part of the day. Eventually, my husband and I gave up our “positives” and combined the two nightly routines so we could share our positives as a family.

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that of a gratitude journal, and gave me a great amount of joy. It forced me to really focus on the things I love about life, and I was sharing that joy with others. For a while, I thought maybe I was bragging or being annoying. I didn’t do it to make my life seem perfect, because it is far from that. But when I focus on all the wonderful things I have, I realize I live a charmed life — one that I am thankful for despite its imperfections.

My “Top 20” were simple, and included spending time with my kids, my family, and my friends; celebrating my 10-year wedding anniversary; my job teaching group fitness classes; and running with my dog. I tried to include a picture and a short description of the significance of each one. I actually got positive feedback, not only through “likes” and comments, but also from people I would see at the store or the school who were following the countdown.

If I’ve learned anything in my 37 years on Earth, it is to be more appreciative of this life that has been given to us. It is a gift and so are the people around us.

A few days before my birthday, I had read a book to the kids about the solar system and I never realized how drastically different the other planets are from Earth. Their temperature alone is so far above or below even our most severe conditions, making it nowhere near possible to sustain life. Yet here we are, on this perfect planet, with (generally speaking) perfect conditions for life to exist. And not just exist, but thrive. I think we too often lose sight of that.

In the end, stopping and enjoying the “now” helps significantly with my state of mind especially on days like the one recently when I thought my son had chocolate on his face, until (through a comedy of errors) I realized it wasn’t chocolate. It helps get through each

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This summer, some parents will be counting down the days until school starts. I will be as well, but not out of excitement to get them out of my hair, but rather to cherish the last days of having the kids home with me. This fall will be the first time both my kids are in school all day. I’m going to count each day, and make each day count.

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Summer is upon us, and with the change of the season comes more time outdoors, under the warm, and often harmful, rays of the summer sun. Protection is essential, and a new study has revealed an alarming rise in melanoma among people aged 18 to 39: over the past 40 years, rates of this potentially deadly skin cancer grew by 800 percent among young women and 400 percent among young men.

Two types of ultraviolet radiation, UVA and UVB, damage the skin, age it prematurely, and increase your risk of skin cancer. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, UVB is the chief culprit behind sunburn, while UVA rays, which penetrate the skin more deeply, are associated with wrinkling, leathering, sagging, and other light-induced effects of aging. They also exacerbate the carcinogenic effects of UVB rays, and increasingly are being seen as a cause of skin cancer on their own.

Your best bet to avoid the harm while still enjoying the weather is sunscreen, experts say.

Sun Protection Factor — or SPF — is a measure of a sunscreen’s ability to prevent UVB from damaging the skin.

Here’s how it works: If it takes 20 minutes for your unprotected skin to start turning red, using an SPF 15 sunscreen theoretically prevents reddening 15 times longer — about five hours. Most sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or higher do an excellent job of protecting against UVB, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Another way to look at it is in terms of percentages: SPF 15 filters out approximately 93 percent of all incoming UVB rays. SPF 30 keeps out 97 percent and SPF 50 keeps out 98 percent. They may seem like negligible differences, but if you are light-sensitive, or have a history of skin cancer, those extra percentages will make a difference. And no sunscreen can block all UV rays.

So which sunscreen do you choose?

In all cases the Skin Cancer Foundation recommends a broad-spectrum sunscreen offering protection against both UVA and UVB rays.

• Buy a high-quality product with an SPF of 15 or higher; check its ingredients to make sure it offers broad-spectrum protection; and decide whether it works better for everyday incidental use or extended outdoor use.

• Look for The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation, which guarantees that a sunscreen product meets the highest standards for safety and effectiveness.

• Apply one ounce of sunscreen — about a shot glass full.

Studies show that most people apply only half to a quarter of that amount, which means the actual SPF they have on their body is lower than advertised, experts say.

• During a long day at the beach, one person should use around one half to one quarter of an 8 oz. bottle. Sunscreens should be applied 30 minutes before sun exposure to allow the ingredients to fully bind to the skin. Reapplication of sunscreen is just as important as putting it on in the first place, so reapply the same amount every two hours. Sunscreens should also be reapplied immediately after swimming, toweling off, or sweating a great deal.

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First and foremost, summer brings some serious rays and humidity. Protect yourself ladies! Stock up on waterproof powder-based sunscreens, some fabulous hats and amazing sunglasses with a cat eye or mirrored finish, if you want to stay at the front of the trends while battling the sun. Join all of the “hautest” ladies in the best humidity-busting hair trend of the season, the braid. There are so many ways to rock a braided look for your outdoor events, so you can look and feel classy and cool. Work in some anti-humidity serum before twisting your locks and finishing with an anti-humidity spray to lock in your style and nix the frizz!

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Brain Health

Saving a ‘cathedral of complexity’ “It is unmatched in its ability to think, to communicate, and to reason. Most striking of all, it has a unique awareness of its identity and of its place in space and time. Welcome to the human brain, the cathedral of complexity.”

— Peter Coveney, professor Today, nearly 700,000 Americans are living with a primary brain tumor, one that begins in the brain. Some 69,000 more will be diagnosed this year, according to research from the National Brain Tumor Society. Even benign tumors can destroy brain cells, produce inflammation and increase pressure in the skull. With no available cure and limited treatment options, brain tumors dramatically impact the quality of life for all those affected. But all of us have reason to hope for a better prognosis, as collaborative research, clinical trials and advanced innovations are driving the search for both treatments and cures.

There are more than 120 types of brain and central nervous system tumors. Brain and spinal cord tumors are different for everyone. They form in different areas, develop from different cell types, and may have different treatment options. Here is a brief guide to better understanding the different types of brain tumors, and their individual intricacies.

WHAT IS A BRAIN TUMOR? A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue in the brain or central spine that can disrupt proper brain function. Doctors refer to a tumor based on where the tumor cells originated, and whether they are cancerous (malignant) or not (benign).

• Benign: The least aggressive type of brain tumor is often called a benign brain tumor. They originate from cells within or surrounding the brain, do not contain cancer cells, grow slowly, and typically have clear borders that do not spread into other tissue.

• Malignant: Malignant brain tumors contain cancer cells and often do not have clear borders.

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grow rapidly and invade surrounding brain tissue • Primary: Tumors that start in cells of the brain are called primary brain tumors. Primary brain tumors may spread to other parts of the brain or to the spine, but rarely to other organs.

• Metastatic: Metastatic or secondary brain tumors begin in another part of the body and then spread to the brain. These tumors are more common than primary brain tumors and are named by the location in which they begin.

SYMPTOMS AND DIAGNOSIS Brain tumor symptoms can vary according to tumor type and location.

There are times a person may have no symptoms when their brain tumor is discovered.

• Recurrent headaches • Issues with vision • Seizures • Changes in personality • Short-term memory loss • Poor coordination • Difficulty speaking or comprehending Diagnosing a brain tumor can be a complicated process and involve a number of specialists, depending on where you live or where you seek medical attention. A brain scan, most often an MRI, is the first step. A biopsy may be necessary, so a pathologist can be brought in to help identify the brain tumor type.

For more information about specific types of tumors, ongoing research, and ways to get involved, visit the National Brain Tumor Society at www. braintumor. org.

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eb MD defines “stress” as what you feel when you have to handle more than you are used to. When you are stressed your body responds as if it is in danger.

It produces hormones that speed up your heart, makes you breathe faster and gives you a burst of energy. You go in “flight or fight” mode.

But flight or fight is meant as a temporary solution to a crises situation. For example, you are in the woods and meet a bear; that is when you want that flight or fight mechanism to work for you.

Unfortunately, what has happened in the 21st century with our fast, high pressure, jam-packed lives, is that we are continually in that stressed, or flight or fight state.

We are asking our bodies to except stress as normal. It does not take a rocket scientist to see that keeping that heart revved up and depleting the body’s supply of adrenal hormones, is going to create some serious problems.

For example, high blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, headaches, atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) depression, sleep problems and worsening conditions; like diabetes, IBS, GERD, asthma and COPD are just some of those conditions associated with high stress.

Remember that the effects of prolonged stress will lead to an impairment of your life and as research has shown, could

greatly shorten your life.

Here are four recommendations for handling some of the stress in your life: 1. This month’s edition of the Suburban Life Magazine is featuring recreation and leisure. What a concept! Put a little play and relaxation back into your busy life.

Take some time for yourself. Before job demands, children and other commitments, what did you enjoy doing? Whether it is painting, crafts, sewing, building things, gardening, hiking, camping, swimming, golf, relaxing in a hot tub, or reading a good book, bring at least one activity back into your life that you enjoy. And do it every day.

2. Pare down your “to-do” list. Prioritize things on your list into three categories.

A) Absolutely must get done today.

B) Could get done today, but not absolutely necessary.

A WEALTH OF HEALTH Dr. Kathleen Hufnagle and staff at Agape Chiropractic & Massage Center in Lake Villa have been committed to helping clients manage stress and keep healthy for the last 26 years. If you would like more information, or to schedule your free consultation please call Agape Chiropractic & Massage Center at 847-356-9696.

C) If you get to it great, but if you don’t the world won’t come to an end.

Number threes usually are easy and there are usually a lot of them. If you’re a list person, they’re easy to finish, and it feels like you’re accomplishing a lot by scratching them off your list.

3. Adopt a healthy lifestyle. Diet and exercise are key factors in managing stress. Eat a healthy diet. Well-nourished bodies are better prepared to cope with stress. Regular exercise helps reduce and prevent the effects of stress. Try to carve 30 minutes a day of cardiovascular exercise into your schedule at least four days a week.

4. Look at yourself in the mirror. Are your ears level? Are your shoulders even? Are they elevated?

Feel your neck, upper back, shoulders and the base of your skull. Do you feel tightness and knots? If you are not level, or have knots and tightness, stress is part of your life. You must get back into alignment and balance. Ask your doctor if he/she has a method of rebalancing without the use of medication.

If your doctor is not well-versed in natural methods of stress reduction and you’re still struggling with managing stress on your own, consider a chiropractic consultation to evaluate how massage therapy, chiropractic techniques and exercise protocols can help alleviate your structural imbalances and knots.

Great Grilling Robert Dempsey of Fay’s Pork Chop Bar-B-Que offers his tips for summer tastes | By YVONNE BENSON

Surrounded by the laughter of little ones running through a sprinkler, and the drops of sunlight making rainbows in the mist, is the aroma of barbecue. Glowing charcoal embers under a metal rack can form the apex to a perfect summer day. Burgers, hotdogs, corn, and kabobs can tie together a gathering and sear the juicy happiness into the day. Whether in the backyard or at a summer festival, the grill has become the hallmark of the season.

Barbecue aficionado Robert Dempsey, president of Fay’s Pork Chop Bar-B-Que, knows a thing or two about grilling. Fay’s has been a family business for 53 years and takes it pretty seriously, producing 50, 100, 500 or 1,000 meals at a given event. Catering to charity fundraisers and the regulars at suburban festivals and fairs for decades, Fay’s is a committed charcoal enthusiast, the choice for the company’s famous pork chops since the business began.

“We have been grilling over charcoal for 53 years. I would not consider gas — except for hamburgers or hot dogs. The flavor is just not the same.”

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Another common dilemma at the grill — to sauce, or not to sauce?

Dempsey says he prefers a spice rub, and indeed the Fay’s flavor has become almost legendary across Illinois.

“We grill primarily pork chops and quarters of chicken — using only a

powdered spice rub which we apply in batches of 35 in a tumbling drum to ‘massage’ it in. It then sits until we need it.”

If you, like most folks, don’t have the tumbling drum out on the patio, don’t despair. The average griller can get similar results by placing the meat on a cookie sheet, sprinkling on the spice, and then rubbing it in gently on both sides.

“Let it sit while you build the fire and get the grill hot — 15 to 20 minutes,” he says. “The salt in the spice will pull some moisture from the meat and now appear as a juicy paste on the surface. Place the meat on the grill at medium heat. Warm We have been each side twice for grilling over charcoal 30 seconds to move the flavor into the for 53 years. I meat. Now you are ready to grill. would not consider

gas — except for hamburgers or hot dogs. The flavor is just not the same.

— Robert Dempsey, president of Fay’s Prok Chop Bar-B-Que

Dempsey recommends turning the meat every 3 to 5 minutes so keep the whole piece moist and delicious.

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as steaks, pork chops and potatoes.

As a result, people are hard pressed to decipher a flavor difference in hot dogs (for example) cooked on either a charcoal or gas grill. Foods that cook longer are granted the opportunity to absorb the smoke and really deliver a distinct flavor punch. It’s possible to get some smoke with a gas grill by utilizing soaked woodchips, but some people argue that the smoke production is negligible. Regardless of the actual flavor difference between cooking on certain grills, many people simply prefer charcoal because its rustic roots help it feel more authentic.

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Antioch is hosting our 5th Annual Charity Public Art Program-Reflections On the Chain. 50 Handcrafted Wall Art Mirrors come out for a summer of fun for your family. Each month this Summer you’ll enjoy a new contest and have a chance to win exciting prizes. Grab a contest entry form and an art map along with your friends and family for a chance to win valuable prizes! All Mirrors will be auctioned for charity at our Dinner Auction on 9/12.

SUMMER ARTS & CRAFTS FAIRE

Enjoy browsing through Antioch’s Summer A/C Faire on June 14th and 15th in Antioch.

There’s something for everyone in this handcrafted Faire. You’ll want to bring the entire family so the kids can enjoy the many activities planned for them, some are even FREE!. Check the Antioch Chamber Website this Spring for a complete schedule of family events.

TASTE OF SUMMER FESTIVAL

Antioch’s Taste of Summer Festival is the perfect combination of Food, Music, Carnival and Sidewalk Sales. Share Antioch’s Great Taste. This is a must-do for summer fun for your family and friends. Join the fun, on July 17-20th. This year you’ll enjoy the music of BBI, Suburban Cowboys, Hi Infidelity, American English and many other great entertainment events!

AMERICAN ENGLISH RETURNS TO ANTIOCH --

In celebration of the Beatles 50th Anniversary, American English returns to Antioch’s Taste of Summer on Sunday Afternoon, Noon-3 pm on July 20th.

BEER & BBQ FALL HOLIDAY WALK

Join your Friends and Family for Antioch’s 3rd Annual Beer & BBQ Holiday Walk. This year we are hosting the event on Saturday, September 6th in Downtown Antioch. Tickets for this fun, adult event go on sale online on August 1st. Benefits the Chamber’s Holiday Programs.

FALL Fest

Antioch’s Fall Fest brings 2 days of Great Family Fun. You’ll enjoy Activities, Food and Music. Held at the Antioch Bandshell. There are activities for all ages!

FALL ARTS & CRAFTS

Antioch’s Fall A/C Faire is the perfect launch to seasonal fun! Join the fun and start your holiday decorating and shopping. The Fall AC Faire is September 6th and 7th in Downtown Antioch. Over 100 Artisans come to Antioch with their seasonal crafts. Children will enjoy free kids activities at the Faire.

DICKEN’S HOLIDAY VILLAGE

Downtown Antioch transforms into Dickens Village for the months of November and December. Enjoy the many Dickens Characters on display throughout Antioch. Take a Dickens Stroll and learn about the Dickens Era as you enjoy Antioch’s quaint Downtown. Each Saturday Brings Dickens Festivities.

CHAMPAGNE & CHOCOLATE HOLIDAY WALK

Antioch hosts its 3rd Annual Champagne & Chocolate Holiday Walk on November 15th. 300 Tickets for this adult, fun Walk go on sale online on October 1st. Benefits Antioch’s Holiday Programs.

SANTA’S ENCHANTED VILLAGE

Santa arrives in Downtown Antioch in the Christmas Parade on November 28th. Santa will be at his Enchanted Village every day until December 23rd! Bring the kids for free visits with Santa! Hours are Mondays-Fridays from 5:30-8:00 pm. Weekends are 1:00-4:00 pm. Open daily thru December 23rd!

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BALL de FLEUR A spectacular night was had by nearly 550 guests and supporters, at the 28th Annual Alexian Brothers Ball de Fleur. Held this year at the Field Museum in Chicago, the Ball boasted a World’s Fair theme, and raised $350,000 for healthcare and housing programs across the city and suburbs. Photos provided.

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She is owner and artist for Art Rave Inc., a social painting and art instruction company in Lindenhurst. Art Rave is a unique social event that combines friends, wine and fun in a new way to discover your inner artist. With Club Art Rave for kids, Art Rave brings painting out of the studio and into the community. Partnering with local businesses, Art Rave hosts public painting parties as well as birthday and special occasion events.

She received a bachelor of Arts degree in Illustration from Columbia College in Chicago.

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June 5 — 1st Drag Boat Race Night, Thursday: 6 p.m.

Blarney Island- 27843 W Grass Lake Rd Antioch First drag boat race of the season! We will have 13 Thursdays full of races and DJ dance parties all summer long! Thunder on the Chain is Blarney Islands very own drag boat racing. Beginning in 1978 with just a few patrons who were looking to test out their souped up motors, the boat races have grown into a weekly event during the summer attracting over 5000 people weekly and featuring professional race boats & drivers from all around the Midwest. Starting the Thursday after Memorial Day and running for 13 consecutive weeks.

This is the place where professional and weekend race enthusiast can come to compete outside of the National racing circuit. This is grass roots racing at its finest!

June 5 & June 6 — Concert Dance, Inc. at Ravinia, Thursday-Friday: 7:30 p.m. Ravinia Festival - Bennett Gordon Hall Lake Cook and Green Bay Rd. Highland Park Chicago’s most inventive performers return once again for two nights, to help open Ravinia’s 2014 season, as part of the Ruth Page Festival of Dance. Ravinia regularly commissions new works from Concert Dance Inc. and its award-winning choreographer and artistic director, Venetia Stifler, which are premiered and given repeat performances during the company’s annual sellout appearances.

June 6 — Jerry Seinfeld at Genesee Theatre, Friday: 7 p.m. Genesee Theatre 203 N. Genesee St. Waukegan Jerry Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. Seinfeld now sets his sights on performing both nationally and internationally in 2014. Tickets are $47-$125.

June 6 & 7 — Lake Villa’s Annual Celebration of Summer Friday: 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday: 10am-10 p.m..

Lehmann Park Cedar Avenue between Route 83 and Grand Avenue Lake Villa Come join us in celebrating summer. Friday night will be Teen night for grades 5th through 8th and will be well supervised. Teens will enjoy carnival games, music, an obstacle course and more. The fun continues Saturday with a car show, music by According to kate and a fireworks show.

June 7 — 14th Annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Fine Arts Festival, Saturday: 10am-4 p.m..

Bowen Park Waukegan 39 Jack Benny Waukegan This is Waukegan’s 14th Annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Fine Arts Festival! Artists, Music, Dance and Drum Circle “As Waukegan Grows” This event is sponsored by the City of Waukegan and the Waukegan Park District.

Come and enjoy this one-of-a-kind festival.

June 7 — 3rd Annual Mundelein’s Craft Beer Festival, Saturday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. at Tighthead Brewery Parking Lot 161 N. Archer Avenue Mundelein

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Mundelein Community Connections and Tighthead Brewing Company will be holding the 3rd Annual Mundelein Craft Beer FestivaL. Advance tickets will be $35 and day of the event tickets $40. The festival will be held in the parking lot of Tighthead Brewing Company which shares it’s lot with the Metra Train Station in downtown Mundelein. Tickets will include admission to the festival, a souvenir tasting glass, samples from 35 breweries and live music. Food will be available for purchase from local restaurant vendors and designated driver tickets are available as well.

June 7 & 8 — North Shore Flea Market Saturday; 11am-5 p.m., Sunday: 10am-4 p.m., North Shore Flea @ Highwood Rec Center 428 Green Bay Rd H Highwood North Shore Flea is a fun Saturday and Sunday flea market held four times each summer. The hours each week are 11 ’til 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday- rain or shine with 50 or more vendors of all types of vintage goods.

June 1 through June 13 — KeyLime Cove Community Days Daily: 10am-8 p.m. KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort 1700 Nations Drive Gurnee Community Days offers people a chance to enjoy the indoor water park on a date of their choosing within the time line of the event, from 10am-8 p.m. without having to pay for an overnight. Tickets must be purchased through United Way of Lake County, or at KeyLime Cove Then redeem the tickets at KeyLime Cove for a wristband throughout the time period. Tickets are $25 and can be used April 13 - June 13, 2014 only, with the exception of Memorial Day weekend May 23-26. Daily occupancy determines how many tickets can be redeemed and will not be honored if it is at maximum, so call before for availability.

June 12 through June 15 — Libertyville Days Festival, Thursday, 5 - 11 P.M. Friday-Saturday: 11am-11 p.m., Sunday: 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Downtown Libertyville 135 W. Church St. Libertyville Bring the family out for 4 days of fun and excitement.

Days will be filled with food, live entertainment, carnival rides, arts and craft fair, contests, a beer garden and much more. Live entertainment includes Sixteen Candles, Wall of Denial, Triadd Band, Rollover with Louis Zagoras, Project Vagabonds, Loose Connection, 97Nine and Mellencougar. See website for a complete schedule.

June 14 — Grayslake’s 19th Annual Arts Festival, Saturday: 10am-5 p.m.. Historic Downtown Grayslake Whitney Street Grayslake The festival, held in Downtown Grayslake, promises to be a day of fine art, family entertainment, and great food from local food vendors. Artists from all over the Midwest will be displaying and selling their work, representing a wide variety of media including pottery, watercolor, oil and pastel painting, pen and ink drawing, wood, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, functional art, and more. Entertainment, children’s activities and a High School exhibit.

June 16 — John Legend: Acoustic “All About Me Tour,” Monday 8 p.m. - at Ravinia, Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Road Highland Park Come out for a great night of music at Ravinia with John Legend. His new “All About Me” tour is bound to be one OUT & ABOUT

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June 17 through August 5 — Events in the Plaza Concerts, Tuesdays, Independence Grove Forest Preserve Independence Grove in Libertyville presents its eightweek outdoor concert series on Tuesday evenings in a beautiful setting by the lake. Pack a picnic or buy dinner and beverages at the Café. Enjoy a great variety of music by talented bands playing originals and classics. June concerts include Caribbean rock with Mr. Myers, and blues with John Primer.

June 19 through June 22 — Zion’s 28th Annual Nostalgia Days, Friday-Sunday Shiloh Park Sheridan Road Zion Come out and enjoy the 28th Annual Nostalgia Days Car Show and Cruize. Live music by Mellencougar on Friday night and Transformation at 11am on Saturday. Also enjoy trivia games to win great prizes and antique and custom car show and cruise, outdoor movies, climbing wall, laser tag, food vendors, games and fun for everyone.

June 20 through June 22 — Beach Fest 2014 Annual Village Festival, Friday: 3 p.m.-11 p.m., Saturday: 1 p.m.-11 p.m., Sunday: 1 p.m.-8 p.m. Cultural & Civic Center of Round Lake Beach at 2007 Civic Center Way Round Lake Beach Events and activities for all ages! Enjoy Main Stage, Cultural Stage & Children’s Stage for awesome entertainment! Great food and drinks! Free entry with fees for some activities. Bella Cain performing on the main stage Friday night. Please visit the website for more information.

June 26 — Sounds of Summer Featuring American English, Thursday: 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.-Viking Park Bandshell 4374 Old Grand Ave. Gurnee American English performs songs covering the entire career of the Beatles from 1963-1970. With precise attention to every musical detail, costume, vintage instruments and special effects helps create the complete Beatles tribute. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this great free concert.

June 26 and June 27 — James Taylor and his All Star Band, at Ravinia, Thursday-Friday: 7:30 p.m. Ravinia Festival 200 Ravinia Park Road Highland Park Bring the friends out for a great night of music with James Taylor at Ravinia. James, doing 2 shows at Ravinia, is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist, a fivetime Grammy Award winner and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. Tickets are $130-$155 for reserved tickets and $44 for lawn seats in advance and $49 the day of the show.

June 26 through June 29 — Wauconda Fest, Thursday: 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday: 5 p.m.-Midnight, Saturday: Noon-Midnight, Sunday: Noon-9 p.m. Cook Park 600 N. Main St. Wauconda Bring friends and family out for carnival ride specials, Taste of Wauconda, wine tasting tent, tie-dye tent, Annual Car Show, 5k/10k Race, Wauconda Fest has Talent and more. $2 admission is good for all 4 days. See the website for schedule updates and specials. lakecountymagazine.com

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