KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS
MAY 2012 • KANE COUNTY CHRONICLE
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
Kane County Chronicle / KCChronicle.com • Saturday, May 26, 2012
| BEST OF THE FOX
2 A-1 AUTOMOTIVE................................................................... 38 ALLSTAR REBELS ......................................................................2 ANEW .......................................................................................18 ANIMAL HOUSE VETERINARY ...............................................27 ANIMAL INSTITUTIONS......................................................... 19 ANTIQUE MARKET III .............................................................18 ARCEDIUM COFFEEHOUSE INC .............................................24 BIKE RACK, INC. .....................................................................18 BRANNICK CLINIC OF NATURAL MEDICINE .........................34 CARLSON’S FLOOR COVERINGS ...........................................24 CARPET AND FABRIC TECHNICIANS .....................................33 CHARLIE FOX’S PIZZERIA ...................................................... 12 CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE ................................................. 17 CHEZ MOI CAFE & CATERING .............................................. 30 CHUCK OWEN AUTO BODY ....................................................6 COLONIAL CAFÉ & ICE CREAM ........................................... 42 CONFIDENT AIRE, INC. ...........................................................47 CORNERSTONE HAIR STUDIO ............................................ 30 DIMPLES DONUTES ................................................................25 BOB DORR PLUMBING AND HEATING ..................................27 DOWNTOWN ST.CHARLES PARTNERSHIP ...........................41 DR. TODD HEWELL, MD .........................................................37 DREYER MEDICAL ................................................................... 17 DUPAGE CREDIT UNION ........................................................ 16 EAST CHINA INN .....................................................................27 EDUCARE OF ST. CHARLES .................................................... 21 EGG HARBOR CAFE ............................................................... 28 ELITE ACADEMY OF DANCE ................................................... 8 FIORAS .................................................................................... 48 FLORAL WONDERS ................................................................. 31 FOR ACRES LANDSCAPING ...................................................36 FOR MEN ONLY ...................................................................... 40 FOX JEWELERS ....................................................................... 44 FOX VALLEY CHILDREN’S MEDICINE .................................... 21
FOX VALLEY FAMILY PHYSICIANS ....................................... 12 FOX VALLEY WOMEN & CHILDREN’S HEALTH PARTNERS ..... 45 FOXFIRE RESTAURANT ........................................................ 45 FRANCESCA’S .........................................................................43 FULLERS FAST LUBE ............................................................. 45 GEN HOE INC...........................................................................22 GENEVA COMMONS ............................................................ 46 GENEVA EYE CLINIC, LTD ...................................................... 13 GENEVA FAMILY DENTAL ...................................................... 47 GIESCHE SHOES .....................................................................22 GRAHAM’S FINE CHOCOLATES & ICE CREAM .................... 23 GREG’S SHOE REPAIR ............................................................ 38 HARNER’S BAKERY .................................................................39 HART CHIROPRACTIC CENTER ................................................9 HAYES HOME IMPROVEMENT, INC. ..................................... 38 HAZEN INSURANCE ................................................................ 31 HERRINGTON-ATWATER’S......................................................36 HOLM STUDIO PERSONAL TRAINING ....................................8 JIFFY LUBE / ST CHARLES .....................................................34 JOSEPH KELLY .........................................................................36 JOSEFS MEATS ........................................................................43 KCT CREDIT UNION ..................................................................4 KEEN LIMOUSINE....................................................................32 KELLY ORTHODONTICS ..........................................................43 KERNEL’S GOURNET POPCORN & MORE ............................. 46 KIMMERS ICE CREAM .............................................................11 KLEIN’S TACK AND FEED INC................................................ 29 KOUNTRY KENNELS ..................................................................7 KUSTOM HEATING & COOLING ............................................39 LAURA GYN INTERIORS ......................................................... 20 LAWN BOYZ ............................................................................ 14 LIMO NETWORK WEST ........................................................ 35 MARBERRY CLEANERS .............................................................6 MEL’S DINER............................................................................ 13
MICHAEL ANGELO’S DELI ......................................................23 MOSS FAMILY FUNERAL HOME .......................................... 28 MUELLER & COMPANY .........................................................39 NIKO’S LODGE ........................................................................ 20 OLD SECOND NATIONAL BANK .............................................23 OLD TOWN PUB & EATERY, GENEVA ....................................25 OLD TOWN PUB & EATERY, ST. CHARLES ............................32 ON PATH FINANCIAL LLC ...................................................... 15 PHEASANT RUN ..................................................................... 16 RCG PHOTOGRAPHY ............................................................. 30 REAM’S ELBURN MARKET ....................................................33 RESERVE OF GENEVA .............................................................35 REULAND FOOD SERVICE .................................................... 41 ROOKIES ALL AMERICAN PUB & GRILL .................................3 ROYAL BUILDERS ...................................................................34 RUFFNER’S LUXURY PET BOARDING ......................................9 SJODIN CUSTOM HOMES ..................................................... 42 SOUP TO NUTS ...................................................................... 17 ST. CHARLES FOOT & ANKLE CLINIC ................................... 32 ST. CHARLES PARK DISTRICT .............................................. 42 ST. CHARLES PLASTIC SURGERY ......................................... 10 STOCKHOLM’S RESTAURANT & BREWERY ........................ 44 STUDIO 315 ............................................................................. 31 TANGLEWOOD MARINE ..........................................................11 THE CRYSTAL BRIDE ............................................................. 40 THE HOLMSTAD .....................................................................37 TRI CITY AUTO ...................................................................... 29 TUSK TAI ................................................................................. 15 URBAN GRILLE ........................................................................10 VONS ELECTRIC, INC. ............................................................ 19 WASCO NURSERY .................................................................. 41 WOLF BROS. CARPET CLEANING ......................................... 28 XSPORT FITNESS ......................................................................5
Allstar And Rec Cheerleading Programs • Tumbling Classes • Tiny Tot Classes
Thank you for voting for us the BEST! NEW GYM #SUMMER # 2012!! Come visit our 22,000 sq ft facility,
in ground tumble track, 2 full floors, tumbling area, in ground pit, parent viewing area.
Bring This Ad In For 25% Off A 10 Week Tumbling Session
630 513 5332 www.allstarrebels.com Current Address 1720 Wallace Ave. Unit A St., Charles IL 60174
New Address- 1000 Randall Rd, Geneva IL 60134 Opening Summer 2012!
Flexibility Classes • Flight Classes • Private Instruction
3 2486 Bushwood Drive ELGIN 847-551-9006
1545 W. Main St. ST. CHARLES 630-513-0681
ROOKIES IV
4607 West Higgens Rd. HOFFMAN ESTATES 847-645-0005
Thank You THE BEST: Sports bar ONE OF THE BEST: Hamburger
May & June Dine-in ONLY. Not valid with any other offer. Beverage purchase required. Elgin Hot Dogs $1.50.
All Month Long!
• Saturday, May 26, 2012
for voting us
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ROOKIES II
ROOKIES I
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WHERE IT’S AT
Kane County Chronicle / KCChronicle.com • Saturday, May 26, 2012
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Automotive.......................................................4, 6
AUTOMOTIVE
★ AUTO REPAIR ★ OIL CHANGE ★
Dining.................................................................8-16 Entertainment & Travel..............................17-18
AUTO BODY REPAIR
CAR WASH
OIL CHANGES
House & Home • Service...........................26-28
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Personal Services........................................29-31
Chuck Owen Auto Body
Fuller’s Fast Stop
Jiffy Lube
Health & Wellness.......................................19-21 House & Home • Retail...............................22-25
Pet Care...........................................................31-32 Professional Services................................33-35
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Retail • Food & Beverage..........................36-38
Tri City Auto, Inc.
Tower Car Wash
Merlin’s 200,000 Miles Shop
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Dr. Suds
Fuller’s Fast Stop
MUFFLER SHOP
TIRE STORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Merlin’s 200,000 Miles Shop
Discount Tire
One of the Best
One of the Best
NTB
Fox River Tire
One of the Best
One of the Best
Midas
Suburban Tire
Retail • Specialty.........................................39-42 Sports & Recreation...................................43-47
Boyce Body Werks, Inc.
AUTO REPAIR FACILITY Best of the Fox
Reber & Foley Service Center One of the Best
A-1 Automotive Cover Photo Credits: Ream’s Elburn Market, Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream and The Holmstad by RCG Photography
One of the Best
Ollie’s Garage
Thank you for voting us The Best Credit Union
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AUTOMOTIVE
★ CAR WASH
CAR WASH
Best of the Fox Fuller’s Fast Stop
Chuck Owen Auto Body would like to thank the Fox Valley Area for voting us #1 in the Fox Valley!
1 South River Rd. (Rt. 25), North Aurora, IL 60542 Phone: (630) 859-8008 • Fax: (630) 859-8032 Serving the entire Fox Valley Area since 1986
Thank you for voting us
THE BEST Dry Cleaners and Carpet Cleaners!
Home Delivery, Drape Service, Rug Pickups Call (630) 587-2400 In Home Carpet Cleaning Call 877-385-5350 X101 to Book
Thanks Again! 315 E. Main St. – St. Charles 131 W. Galena Blvd. – Aurora 427 W. State St. – Geneva 220 John St. – North Aurora 1423 W. Main St. – St. Charles
For other locations and services visit, www.marberrycleaners.com
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A big thank-you to all of our loyal clients and their four legged “kids” for voting Kountry Pet Resort and Training Center
Trust, Commitment, Loving Care
Family owned and operated since 1973. Feel free to stroll about our richly landscaped grounds, and tour our spotless facility to see what sets us apart from the rest.
Lodging • Daycare • Training • Grooming Pick up & Delivery Services
• Saturday, May 26, 2012
The Best Lodging & Grooming Facility in Kane County & One of the Best Pet Trainers in Kane County
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12N911 Us Highway 20 Elgin, Illinois 60124 847-741-5434 www.kountrypetresort.com
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Thanks for voting us One of the Best Dance Studios in the Fox Valley
DINING ★ BREWERY ★ DELI ★ BANQUET FACILITY
BREAKFAST
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
St. Charles Place
Egg Harbor
One of the Best
One of the Best
Riverside Receptions
Colonial Café & Ice Cream
One of the Best
One of the Best
Eagle Brook Country Club
Lume’s Pancake House
BARBEQUE
BREWERY
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Niko’s Lodge
Two Brothers Brewery
One of the Best
One of the Best
Famous Dave’s BBQ
Stockholm’s
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s
Emmet’s Tavern
Our 2012 SUMMER Schedule is HERE! Offering classes in Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, and Musical Theatre. Also offering Competition Team and Performing Company opportunities. Classes for ages 2 through adult. ALSO OFFERING 4 DAY SUMMER CAMPS TEA PARTY PRINCESS DANCE CAMP: AGES 3-5 July 23rd through July 26th, 9:00-10:45AM ANGELINA BALLERINA DANCE CAMP: AGES 3-5 August 6th through August 9th, 9:00-10:45AM GLAM IT UP! DANCE CAMP: AGES 5-8 July 30th through August 2nd, 9:00-10:45AM DANCE TECHNIQUE INTENSIVE: AGES 7+ Friday, August 3rd, 12:00-6:00PM
~NO REGISTRATION FEE~ For more information call 847.488.1239 or email Jennie at jlnewman06@yahoo.com ‘‘Our dedicated and talented staff is committed to raising the standard of dance education in the Fox Valley.”
(847) 488-1239
One of the Best
Reuland Food Service
www.elitedancese.com | 594 Randall Rd. | South Elgin At Holm Studio we invite you to experience our outstanding service and personal attention in a beautiful and distinctive environment. Holm Studio offers individual and partner training as well as massage services. We also offer small group classes (up to four participants) such as boot camp, kick-boxing, running programs and flexibility classes.
Thank You for voting us Best of the Fox!
www.holmstudioPT.com
Owner Josh Holm and personal trainers Julie Orna, Phil DeMonte and Janna Sobol offer elite training expertise, education and knowledge with over 50 years combined experience. We look forward to helping you meet all of your health and fitness goals!
Call now for a free assessment and personal training session!
630-444-2131
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ICE CREAM/ CUSTARD
Best of the Fox Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
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Thanks for voting us... THE BEST Chiropractor and
Better care, better quality of life. Helping Kane County live PAIN-FREE, naturally, since 2001
&
Doggie
Daycare
1880 Dean St. St. Charles, IL 60174 Phone 630-377-4LUX (4589) Fax 630-513-7983
630-262-1421
www.hartchirocenter.com 2172 Blackberry Drive Geneva, IL 60134 (located off Bricher Road between Randall and Rt. 38)
THE BEST Massage in Kane County!
• Saturday, May 26, 2012
Photo by RCG Photography
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DINING ★ HAMBURGER ★ BEST LUNCH ★ RIBS ★ FINE DINING ★ ICE CREAM ★ DELI ★
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DINING ★ BRUNCH ★ CATERER ★ BRUNCH
CATERER
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Nosh
Moveable Fest
One of the Best
One of the Best
Egg Harbor
Reuland Food Service
One of the Best
One of the Best
Pheasant Run Resort
Tarragon Catering
BUSINESS LUNCH
CHINESE FOOD
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
The Office
Gen Hoe
One of the Best
One of the Best
Urban Grille
East China Inn
One of the Best
One of the Best
Colonial Café & Ice Cream
Lin’s Garden
A Big Thank You From Urban Grille! From being voted BEST Burger in 2008 to the BEST Vegetarian Cuisine in 2012 and every year in between! One of the best for business lunch, kid friendly restaurant, seafood, cocktail and lunch value!
Join us for a FREE APPETIZER as our way of saying Thank You!* *Up to an $8.00 value. Dine in only. Expires June 30th, 2012
524 W State St # 3 • Geneva, IL 60134 • (630) 262-0100 • www.urbangrille.com
Thank You for Voting for Us! the
physician’s choice for a natural look advanced training and skill. credentials that inspire trust. dedication to excellence. unmatched personal care. The Decision to Get Plastic Surgery in an Important Step. That’s Why You Should Choose A Surgeon with Credentials That Inspire Confidence.
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630-762-9697 2900 foxfield road, suite 201 st.charles, il Friendly, Knowledgeable Staff • Major Credit Cards Accepted Financing Available Early Morning, Lunch & Evening Hours
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COCKTAIL
DELI
DOUGHNUT
ICE CREAM/CUSTARD
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Five Guys Burgers and Fries
The Turf Room
Josef’s Meats
Dimples Donuts
Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Wildwood Restaurant
One of the Best
One of the Best
Blue Goose Market
Dunkin’ Donuts
Rookies All American Pub and Grill
Kimmer’s Ice Cream
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Urban Grille
Michael Angelo’s Deli
Bosa
COFFEE SHOP
DINER
FISH FRY
HOT DOG
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Arcedium Coffee House
Mel’s Diner
The Little Owl
Portillo’s
Taste of Himalayas
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Starbucks
Daddio’s Diner
Colonial Café & Ice Cream
Bulldog’s Red Hots
Omango
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Caribou Coffee
Geneva Diner
Gammon Coach House
One of the Best One of the Best
Colonial Café & Ice Cream
Tom and Eddie’s
One of the Best
Mike and Miguel’s
INDIAN FOOD Best of the Fox
One of the Best
Naf Naf
Tanglewood Marine LLC SALES & SERVICE • USED BOATS • CONSIGNMENT BROKERS
Your One-Stop Boat Shop
THANK YOU to everyone who voted us THE BEST!
We Proudly Service: Mercury, MerCruiser, Mariner, Force, Johnson, Evinrude, Volvo SX, Mercury Sport Jets, OMC Cobra
Fully Stocked Ship Store
Full Service Center • Factory Trained Mechanics • Sterndrive & Outboard Motor Repairs • Prop and Skeg Repairs • Tune-ups on Inboard and Outboard Motors
• Rebuilt Motors and Powerheads • Gel-coat & Fiberglass Repairs • Insurance Work • Trailer Repairs
520 S. 14th Ave. • St. Charles, IL • 630.513.9200 www.tanglewoodmarine.com
THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US!
• Saturday, May 26, 2012
HAMBURGER
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DINING ★ COCKTAIL ★ FISH FRY ★ DINER ★ INDIAN FOOD ★ HOT DOG ★ DOUGHNUT ★
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DINING ★ SPORTS BAR ★ PIZZA ★ for Voting Us THE BEST Family Physician Group in the Fox Valley
SPORTS BAR
Best of the Fox Rookies All American Pub & Grill
Peter D. Cladis, M.D. Michael J. Fremgen, M.D. Joseph M. Neubauer, M.D. Thomas R. Hazel, M.D. Clark A. Zeddies, M.D. Warren M. Beeh, M.D. Katherine G Fackler-Chapman, M.D. Kristin D. Drynan, M.D. Nicole D. Moses, M.D.
• 2425 Fargo Blvd., Geneva, IL • 905 N. First Ave. Suite A, Elburn, IL
(630) 232-2200 Hours: Mon 8am-7pm, Tues 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-6pm, Thurs 8am-6:30pm, Fri 8am-4pm, Sat 9am-noon
Photo by RCG Photography
Voted BEST PIZZA by 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards Serving St. Charles (East of the River), Geneva (East of Randall) & West Chicago (West of Route 59)
Serving St. Charles (West of the River) & Geneva (West of Randall)
GENEVA PIZZERIA
ST. CHARLES RESTAURANT
www.charliefoxsgeneva.com h li f
www.charliefoxpizza.com h li f i
WE ARE OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER!
Sunday - Thursday 11am - 10pm Friday & Saturday 11am-11pm
Monday - Thursday, Sunday 11 am - 10 pm • Friday & Saturday 11 am - 11 pm
1188 E. State Street • Geneva • 630.232.4321 Pick-Up or Deliver • Delivery available for Lunch & Dinner, $10 minimum
3341 W. Main Street • St. Charles • 630.443.8888 Dine-In, Delivery, Carry-Out, Catering, Lunch & Dinner
FREE PIZZA
$3.00 OFF
FREE DELIVERY
Receive a Free 12” Thin Crust Cheese Pizza w/ Any 16” or 18” Pizza
Receive $3 Off Any Large 16” Pizza and $4 Off Any 18” Pizza
Receive Free Delivery with Any Order
Additional toppings extra. One coupon per order. Not valid with any other offer. Limited Time Offer. Geneva • 1188 E. State Street St. Charles • 3341 W. Main Street
One coupon per order. Not valid with any other offer. Limited Time Offer. Geneva • 1188 E. State Street St. Charles • 3341 W. Main Street
One coupon per order. Not valid with any other offer. Limited Time Offer. Geneva • 1188 E. State Street St. Charles • 3341 W. Main Street
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KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Portillo’s
Colonial Café & Ice Cream
One of the Best
One of the Best
Beef Shack
Urban Grille
One of the Best
One of the Best
Skippy’s Gyros
Charlie Fox’s Pizzeria
ITALIAN FOOD
LUNCH VALUE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
ZaZa’s Trattoria
Reuland Food Service
One of the Best
One of the Best
Villa Verone
Colonial Café & Ice Cream
One of the Best
One of the Best
Francesca’s on the River
Urban Grille
that spans the
Generations
Thank you for voting us
The Best Diner!
breakfast & L U N C H
2
Convenient Locations!
Visit us in St. Charles
Corner of LaFox & Rt.64
40W160 Campton Crossing 630.444.3533
Visit us in Geneva 630 W State St 630.232-4235
Geneva: Monday thru Saturday 6:00 am to 2:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am to 2:00 pm St. Charles: Closed Monday Tuesday thru Sunday 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
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$ 00 10
$ 00 or more
Valid Monday-Friday Only. Not combinable with any other offers. Valid both locations. Expires 6/30/12.
40W160 Campton Crossing • St. Charles • 630.444.3533 630 W. State St. • Geneva • 630.232.4235
Thank you for your confidence and voting us ‘The Best’ in Vision Care Acomprehensive t the Geneva Eye Clinic, you receive more than just high-quality service and patient care — you’ll also receive our unyielding commitment to providing the best vision possible. Geneva Eye Clinic is staffed by a group of medical specialists with more than 50 years of combined experience. Together, we are committed to bringing you and your family the most advanced eye care solutions. From routine vision exams to more advanced surgical vision correction procedures, the Geneva Eye Clinic is your partner in berrer vision. Call us at (630) 232-1282 to schedule your appointment today.
Ronald J. Simone, M.D.; Norbert M. Becker, M.D.; Kevin M. King, M.D. Anjali S. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D; Katherine Z. Brito, M.D.; Patricia A. Steiner, O.D. 1000 Randall Road, Suite 100, Geneva, IL (630) 232-1282 www.genevaeye.com
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ITALIAN BEEF
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DINING ★ ITALIAN FOOD ★ STEAK ★ Vision Care
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DINING ★ MEXICAN FOOD ★ SUSHI ★ TAVERN/PUB ★ COFFEE SHOP ★ LUNCH VALUE ★ MEXICAN FOOD
PIZZA
SALAD
SPORTS BAR
SUB/SANDWICH SHOP
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Bien Trucha
Charlie Fox’s Pizzeria
Sweet Tomatoes
Rookies All American Pub & Grill
Jersey Mike’s
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
El Taco Grande
Pizzeria Neo
Portillo’s
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
El Puente
Aurelio’s
Pockets
One of the Best
Subway
One of the Best
Old Towne Pub
NEW RESTAURANT Best of the Fox
Chez Moi
RESTAURANT
SEAFOOD
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Fiora’s
Red Lobster
One of the Best
Buffalo Wild Wings
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches
STEAK
SUSHI
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Foxfire
Swordfish
One of the Best
One of the Best
Wildwood
Wok ‘n Fire
One of the Best
One of the Best
St. Charles Place
JuRin
One of the Best
One of the Best
Aliano’s Ristorante
One of the Best
One of the Best
ZaZa’s Trattoria
E+S Fish Company
One of the Best
Gammon Coach House
One of the Best
One of the Best
Wok ‘n Fire
Urban Grille
Thank You
For Voting LawnBoyZ Landscaping as the Best Landscaping Company in Kane County!
To Show Our Appreciation We Would Like to Offer 10% Off Your Next Landscaping Project Over $1000 Expires: 10/31/12
lawnboyzlandscaping.com
Geneva, Illinois
630-567-5512
★
★ BARBEQUE ★ SALAD ★
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BARBEQUE
Tusk Thai Would Like To Thank Our Customers For Voting Us #1
Best of the Fox
Hours: M-Th 11:00–9:00, Fri 11:00–10:00, Sat 12:00–10:00, Sun 4:00–9:00
Niko’s Lodge
Refocus Your Wealth
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Investment Services, Financial Planning, Wealth Management & Insurance Downtown St. Charles The Plaza Building North Tower 100 Illinois Street • Suite 201 St. Charles, IL 60174 630-584-8100 www.onpathfinancial.com
HONORED TO BE VOTED “THE BEST” AGAIN Securities and Financial Planning offered through LPL Financial. Member FINRA/SIPC.
• Saturday, May 26, 2012
102 North River Street Batavia 630.406.6995 www.tuskthai.com
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DINING
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DINING ★ VEGETARIAN CUISINE ★ TAVERN/PUB
VEGETARIAN CUISINE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Old Towne Pub
Urban Grille
One of the Best
One of the Best
Stockholm’s
Fresh D’Lite
One of the Best
One of the Best
McNally’s Irish Pub
The Little Traveler
THAI FOOD Tusk Thai
FOX FACT
One of the Best
Biggest overall vote-getter:
One of the Best
Getaway! Packages Starting From
Best of the Fox
Vino Thai
Summer
PORTILLO’S
Bangkok Thai
DuPage Credit Union thanks you for voting us one of the best credit unions in the Fox Valley!
129
$
Available Memorial Day to Labor Day. Package Available Fridays and Saturdays Only.
Pheasant Run Resort wants to thank all the voters for voting for us this year!
4051 East Main Street St.Charles, IL 60174 800.474.3272 www.pheasantrun.com
HOTEL/RESORT
LIMO SERVICE
Soup to Nuts is a family-owned and operated natural food store, holistic service center, and organic
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
• Serving People With Food Allergies - The largest selection of Gluten-free and Allergy-free food choices in the Chicago Western Suburbs.
Geneva, IL.
Our grocery shelves are filled with natural and organic products, as well as quality vitamins, supplements, herbs and homeopathy. Organic bulk baking supplies, nut mixes and dried herbs ensure freshness and value for your family.
café located in beautiful downtown
Herrington Inn & Spa
Keen Limousine
Renowned for offering a wealth of
• Organic Produce - We offer a full selection ALL year round.
One of the Best
One of the Best
nutrition information, we have been
Pheasant Run Resort
A-1
choices for over 30 years. Shoppers
• Special Orders - If you can not find something you need, we will create a special order just for you. Now that is something the chain stores will not offer!
helping customers make better health trust us to help them take better care
One of the Best
Hotel Baker
Limo Network West
KARAOKE
LIVE MUSIC VENUE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Villa Verone
Arcada Theatre
One of the Best
One of the Best
JB’s Grill & Bar
Water Street Studios
One of the Best
One of the Best
Full Moon Bar and Grill
River Rockhouse
environment.
• Sweet Grass Cafe - Serving only All Natural ~ All Organic ~ All Delicious foods. • Holistic Health Services - Classes, nutritional education, massage, Reiki, acupuncture, acupressure, and more.
716 W. State Street, Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 232-6646 • Fax: (630) 232-6659 www.souptonutsgeneva.com
We’d like to extend a thank you to our patients for voting us the best medical clinic in the Fox Valley area for the fifth consecutive year!
Store Hours: Mon - Fri 9 am - 7 pm Sat 9 am - 6 pm • Sun 11 am - 5 pm
Thank you for voting us the Best Mortgage Banker 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
“Four-Peat!!!” A tradition of trust.
EQUAL HOUSING
AURORA · BATAVIA · HINCKLEY · OSWEGO · PLAINFIELD · YORKVILLE
dreyermed.com
OPPORTUNITY An equal opportunity lender IL Mortgage License# MB.0005759-001
40W310 LaFox Rd., Suite C1 St. Charles, IL
630-762-9600
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One of the Best
of their families, themselves and the
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Thank you for voting us BEST HEALTH FOOD STORE IN KANE COUNTY!
ENTERTAINMENT&TRAVEL
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ENTERTAINMENT&TRAVEL LIVE THEATRE
TRAVEL AGENCY
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Steel Beam Theatre
Fox Valley Travel
One of the Best
One of the Best
Arcada Theatre
AAA
One of the Best
One of the Best
Fox Valley Repertory
OUI Travel
MOVIE THEATER Best of the Fox
Discriminating Consignment Boutique
Thank You to all that voted for us!
Designer Names without the price! ❁
Coach
❁
Dooney & Bourke ❁ Juicy Couture
❁
Lucky Brand
Randall 15 IMAX
FOX FACT
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Coopersong
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Silver Jeans
Number of categories with ties for most votes:
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Louis Vuitton
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And many more
One of the Best
Charlestowne 18 Cinema One of the Best
Arcada Theatre
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27 W. State St. Geneva • 630.262.0944 www.anewwaytoshop.com
Voted“THE#1BEST”
Thank you for voting us
We are so excited! Thank you for voting us
We would like to thank our customers for over 37 years of loyalty!
The Best Antique Shop!
Stop In and See Our New Project One Design and Fit Studio!
11 N. Third Street, Downtown St. Charles, IL
2930 Campton Hills Road • St. Charles
630-377-5599
630.584.6588 www.thebikerack.com
Open Sun., Mon., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 10 am til 5 pm. Closed Tues. & Thurs.
WE BUY & SELL! www.antiquemarketiii.com
Bring this ad in for 20% off any regular priced accessory, clothing or shoes through the month of June 2012.
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LTERNATIVE
EDICINE
OSMETIC
URGEON
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine
Dr. Todd Hewell III
ENTER
One of the Best One of the Best
Wellness Concepts, LLC
Aviva Medspa & Cosmetic Surgery
One of the Best
One of the Best
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
St. Charles Plastic Surgery
DENTIST
CHIROPRACTOR Best of the Fox
Hart Chiropractic
HOSPITAL
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center One of the Best
Fox Chiropractic
Geneva Family Dental One of the Best
Dickens, Mason, and Kissell, DDS, Ltd. One of the Best
Dr. Timothy Skidmore
Photo by RCG Photography
Thank You for Voting Us THE BEST! • • • • • • • • • •
Thank You
for Voting Animal Intuitions Best Dog Training in Kane County!
24hr Emergency Service Free Estimates Licensed, Bonded and Insured Over 25 years of experience Expert Troubleshooting All Electrical Projects & Repairs Correction of Code Violations Service Charges &Upgrades Remodeling & Additions Generators
Experience the Difference
Group Training In-Home Training Canine Good Citizen Therapy Dog Evaluations
Serving Tri-Cities and Surrounding Communities for over 25 years!
630-377-VONS (8667)
Free Estimates
www.vonselectric.com
2701 Dukane Drive • Saint Charles, IL 60174
630-53-PUPPY (630-537-8779) www.aitrainers.com Find us on
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Positive Marker-Based Methods
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Delnor Community Hospital
Best of the Fox
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★ PERSONAL TRAINER ★ DERMATOLOGIST ★ HEALTH&WELLNESS ★ HOSPITAL A M C S /C
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HEALTH&WELLNESS ★ EYE DOCTOR ★ FITNESS CENTER ★ CHIROPRACTOR ★
EYE DOCTOR
Best of the Fox
EYE DOCTOR
FITNESS CENTER
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Geneva Eye Clinic
Xsport Fitness
One of the Best
One of the Best
Vision Source
Delnor Health & Wellness
One of the Best
One of the Best
Eyedentity Vision
Curves
FAMILY PHYSICIAN
HOME HEALTH CARE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Fox Valley Family Physicians
The Holmstad
One of the Best
One of the Best
St. Charles Family Medical Center
Visiting Angels One of the Best
Geneva Eye Clinic
CovenantCare at Home
One of the Best
Geneva Family Practice
Thank you for the kind words... You Are Wonderful ‘‘Laura, you are wonderful! Thank you for all the terrific guidance with the kitchen!’’ ~ Erik and Lauri H. - St. Charles, IL
A Great Experience
Thank you for the Support in Voting Us
Best BBQ!
Daily Food & Drink Specials aila Open 7 Days a Week Carry Out Available Don’t fo rg about ou et complim r enta s’mores ry
41W379 Illinois Route 64 Wasco, IL 60183 • 630.443.8000 Open Daily at 4 pm • Saturday & Sunday at Noon visit us at nikoslodge.com
‘‘Laura is a true joy to work with. She truly understands me, sometimes better than I understand myself. I had never worked with an Interior Designer before but I have to say it has been a great experience.’’ ~ Jody J. - St. Charles, IL
Cannot Say Enough About Laura! ‘‘Laura was highly recommended to us and we cannot say enough about her great listening skills and willingness to work with items that we already had.’’ ~ Kathy and George B. - St. Charles, IL
...and for voting us One of the Best of the Fox Laura Gwyn Interiors, Inc. 630-232-3833 Laura@LauraGwynInteriors.com LauraGwynInteriors.com Window Treatments • Furniture • Lighting • New Homes • Additions • Remodels • Redecorating
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HOSPITAL
MEDICAL CLINIC
★ PODIATRIST ★ MASSAGE ★ FAMILY PHYSICIAN ★
PEDIATRICIAN
PHARMACY
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Delnor Community Hospital
Dreyer Advocate
Fox Valley Women and Children’s Health Partnership
Walgreens
One of the Best
One of the Best
Sherman Hospital
Cadence Health One of the Best
CDH
Tri-Cities Open MRI
Riley Drug
One of the Best One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Hart Chiropractic
Kelly Orthodontics
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
One of the Best
PODIATRIST
ORTHODONTIST
Best of the Fox
One of the Best
CVS
Dr. Dan Schulman
MASSAGE
Best of the Fox
Fox Valley Women & Children’s Health Partnership
One of the Best
Dr. Dennis Murphy One of the Best
WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTER
One of the Best
Kane Podiatry Associates
Delnor Community Hospital
One of the Best
YOGA/PILATES
Best of the Fox
PERSONAL TRAINER Best of the Fox
One of the Best
Halsa
Prose Orthodontics
Holm Studio Personal Training
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
AIM Orthodontics
Anytime Fitness
Best of the Fox
One of the Best
St. Charles Foot & Ankle Center
Prana Yoga Center One of the Best
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
One of the Best
XSport
One of the Best
Going to My Happy Place
Fox Valley Children’s Medicine SC
Thank you
for giving us the opportunity and having confidence in allowing our office to care for your children. Your recognition is heartwarmingly appreciated.
Thank You... EduCare is honored to be celebrating 22 years in the community.
Dr. Schulman, Gina, and staff
of St. Charles, Inc.
Privately Owned and Operated
Since 1990 4N705 School Rd. • St. Charles, IL 60175
State Licensed Certified Teachers
Located Across from Wasco School
630-377-0890
www.educareonline.com
1180 W Wilson, Suite B | Batavia | 630.208.3961
Infants, Toddlers, PreK, School Age - All Year Kimberly A. Perdue, Director/Owner
Thanks again, from your EduCare Teacher Team.
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One of the Best
Fox Valley Foot & Ankle
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HEALTH&WELLNESS
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HOUSE&HOME • RETAIL ★ APPLIANCES ★ HOME DECOR ★ FLOORING ★ PAINT ★
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GARDEN SHOP
Best of the Fox Wasco Nursery
Thank You for Voting for Us!
Featuring Cantonese, Szechwan & Mandarin Cuisin Dim Sum Sundays
Voted the Best! Thank You to Our Loyal Customers 21 N. 4th Street • Geneva Mon.-Sat. 9:30 - 5:00 • Thurs. 9:30-8:00
537 E. STATE • GENEVA (630) 232-8350-1-2 Please Call for: Reservations • Carry-outs
COCKTAILS AVAILABLE DAILY 11:30 AM TO 9 PM FRI. & SAT. 11:30 TO 10:00 PM CLOSED MONDAYS
Luncheon Served Tues. thru Sat. 11:30-2:30
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Thank You
FRAMING STORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Sears
FastFrame
One of the Best
One of the Best
Best Buy
Proud Fox Gallery
One of the Best
One of the Best
Plass Appliance
Tony and Friends Art Studio
CARPET/FLOORING
FURNITURE STORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Carlson’s Flooring
Walter E. Smithe
One of the Best
One of the Best
3rd Street Deli
C.F.T. Inc.
Geneva Home Works
Salads, Soups, Subs & Catering
One of the Best
One of the Best
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3rd Street Deli one of the Best! We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Thank you to the Readers for voting us
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HOUSE&HOME • RETAIL GARDEN SHOP
One of the Best
Lowe’s
Best of the Fox
Wasco Nursery
One of the Best
Home Depot
One of the Best
Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Garden Center
HOME DÉCOR Best of the Fox
One of the Best
Home Goods
Pure Gardener One of the Best
The Little Traveler
HARDWARE/HOME IMPROVEMENT STORE
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
One of the Best
Ace Hardware
Janeen Home Décor
Artisan-Roasted Coffee
“Thank you for voting us “The Best” Coffeehouse in the Fox Valley!”
Cocoon
Come Thirsty. Leave Delighted. 60 Indiana St • St. Charles • (630) 444-0610 HOURS:
Mon-Sat 6am - 7pm • Sunday 7am - 5pm www.arcedium-coffee.com • FREE Wi-Fi
thank you to our valued customers for again voting us “the best.” Join us in celebrating our 45th year of service to the Fox Valley Area.
630 232 4964 728 West State Street Geneva, Illinois 60134
We have been voted Best Flooring Store every year since 2003. carpet · wood · tile · laminates · vinyl · stone · area rugs · cork
www.carlsonsfloors.com
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MATTRESS STORE
VACUUM STORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
American Mattress
Best Vac
One of the Best
One of the Best
Back to Bed
Oreck Vacuum
One of the Best
One of the Best
Village Mattress
Walmart
Dimples Donuts wishes to say Thank You to our loyal customers for voting us Best of the Fox!
Dimples Do nuts
Smile when you say Dimples!
328 E. Wilson, Batavia 630-406-0303
PAINT/WALLPAPER STORE Best of the Fox
J.C. Licht One of the Best
Total number of Best of of the Fox categories:
150
Dimples Do nuts
Smile when you say Dimples!
One of the Best
Enjoy a Smoothie Blended Ice Coffee and a donut for $3.50
Expires 12/31/12
MSM Painting
Thank You for Voting Us
Best Tavern or Pub One of the Best Sports Bars Geneva
201 West State Street Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 232-7962
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Old Towne Pub & Eatery
Geneva • 232-7962
Geneva • 232-7962
With this coupon. Dine in Only. Excluding alcohol, private parties & catering. Not valid with other offers. Offer expires 6-30-12
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Sherwin Williams
FOX FACT
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HOUSE&HOME • SERVICE ★ PLUMBER ★ LANDSCAPER ★ ELECTRICIAN ★ CARPET CLEANERS Best of the Fox
Marberry Cleaners and Launderers
One of the Best
One of the Best
Agile Business Technologies Inc.
Kenkel Electric
DECK BUILDER
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Hi-Lite Electric
Confident Aire
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
C.F.T. Inc.
McDowell Home Remodeling
HANDYMAN
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Whelan Builders
Tri-City Handyman
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Deck Yard
Mr. Handyman
One of the Best
One of the Best
Wolf Bros. Carpet Cleaners
COMPUTER REPAIR Best of the Fox
Helping Hand PC
ELECTICIAN Best of the Fox
One of the Best
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Vons Electric
Geek Squad One of the Best
Mendel Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Best of the Fox
Royal Builders One of the Best
McDowell Home Remodeling One of the Best
One of the Best
Board Room Designs Ltd.
Kustom Heating and Cooling
INTERIOR DESIGNER
HOME BUILDER
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Lifestyle Design
Best of the Fox
Hayes Home Improvements
Derrico Custom Homes
One of the Best
One of the Best
Pop’s Handyman
Sjodin Custom Homes
Mendel Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
HOME REMODELER
One of the Best
Laura Gwin Interiors One of the Best
Sjodin Custom Homes
One of the Best
Royal Builders
Thank You for Voting For Us! Welcome to Kelly Orthodontics! Thank you to all of our current, former and future patients for voting us Best of the Fox again this year. Doctors William and Daniel Kelly, father and son, are very proud of their unique family oriented practice. It has been our privilege to provide personalized care to families in the Fox Valley for over thirty years. Our mission is to provide outstanding orthodontic care in a friendly, comfortable, and fun environment. We look forward to seeing you in the future! OUR CONSULTATIONS ARE FREE OF CHARGE. We look forward to meeting you.
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Thank You for Voting Us The Best Plumber in Kane County!
“Dorr to Door Service” HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Best of the Fox Confident Aire
Specializing in Repairs and Remodeling
630-377-0796
Bobdorrplumbing@sbcglobal.net
Thank You for Voting Animal House the Best Veterinary Clinic in the Fox Valley Area for 2 Years in a Row! Comprehensive Treatment, Compassionate Care, For Your Companion Pet 2079 Rt. 38 (Lincoln Highway) St. Charles, IL 60174
356 N. Randall Rd. North Aurora, IL 60542
630.443.1472
630.701.1372
• Dinner • Cocktails • Catering • Lunch • Carry-out • Dine In • Delivery
Thank You for Voting East China Inn Among the Best of the Fox! Four Locations to Serve You! BATAVIA 9 S. Randall Road
(Corner of Wilson and Randall)
animalhousevh.com
“We treat your animals like our own”
Licensed, Bonded, Insured Illinois License# 055-022586
(630) 879-5668 Fax: (630) 879-5669
AURORA 3450 Montgomery Rd. (In Meadow Lake Plaza)
(630) 898-8889 Fax: (630) 898-8887
BATAVIA 140 W. Wilson Street
(In Batavia Plaza, behind Walgreens)
(630) 879-7676 Fax: (630) 879-7695
NORTH AURORA 915 Oak Street
(Corner of Oak & Randall Rd.)
(630) 896-8876 Fax: (630) 896-8879
www.eastchinainn.com
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Bob Dorr Plumbing & Heating 824 West Main Street Saint Charles, IL 60174
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HOUSE&HOME • SERVICE LANDSCAPER
477 S. Third St. Geneva 630-208-8940
ROOFING/SIDING
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Foracres
McDowell Home Remodeling
One of the Best
One of the Best
Plandscape
Apex Exteriors
One of the Best
One of the Best
Lawn Boyz
Bohr Roofing
PLUMBER
FOX FACT
Best of the Fox
Bob Dorr Plumbing and Heating One of the Best
K.W. Kraft & Sons One of the Best
Mendel Plumbing & Heating
Most awards received this year:
TRANQUILITY SKIN & BODY CARE CENTER
208 S. Hale St. Wheaton 630-221-0206
Thank you for voting us the
BEST BREAKFAST! Voted One of the Best Brunches also! OUR PLEDGE TO YOU HAS BEEN AND ALWAYS WILL BE
“To provide you with the highest quality ingredients and friendly, efficient service; and most importantly that our owners and staff will always strive to see that this promise remains a reality.”
www.eggharborcafe.com
T hank you for voting us Best of the Fox
Wolf Bros. Over 31 Years Experience
Thank You!
For Voting Us One of the Best of the Fox Steam Cleaning Carpet & Furniture
HOME • OFFICE • STORE Truck Mounted Steam Cleaning Equipment
We Specialize in Water Damage & Pet Odor
Moss Family Funeral Home 209 S. Batavia Avenue Batavia | 630.879.7900
Moss-Norris Funeral Home 100 S. Third Street St. Charles | 630.584.2000
www.mossfuneral.com
EVERY DAY LOW PRICES FREE ESTIMATES
(630) 232-4424 39W836 Midan, Elburn
★
PERSONAL SERVICES DRY CLEANERS
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
For Men Only
Marberry Cleaners and Launderers
One of the Best
Avenue Two Barber Shop
Dog, Cat, Bird & Horse; Bedding, Treat & Food • Hay Cubes Bran • Buckeye • Tribute • Klein’s Track & Feed Senior & 12%
One of the Best
Thank You for Voting for Us!
Geneva Cleaners One of the Best
Barry’s Barber Shop
One of the Best
Magic Touch Cleaners
DAY SPA
GOLD BUYER
Best of the Fox
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
Best of the Fox
One of the Best
One of the Best
Halsa
The Goldmine
Fox Jewelers
One of the Best
Herrington Inn & Spa
GoldMax
The Mental Side of Riding - Thursday, June 7th @ 6pm Klein’s Tack & Feed in St.Charles *Enhancing Confidence*, clearing past performance trauma, eliminating performance anxiety, much more!
Please RSVP with Megan
10%OFF
Any Fly Masks, Fly Sheets Or Fly Spray Not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon. Expires 12/15/12
10%OFF
Any Tribute Feed Not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon. Expires 12/15/12
10%OFF
Any Bird Seed
Not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon. Expires 12/15/12
1980 W. Main St. • St. Charles • 630.444.0100 www.kleinstackandfeed.com
Thank YOU For Voting For Us!
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Randall Rd.
Rt. 64
TRICITY AUTO • Quality Collision Repair Guaranteed • Additional automotive services available
• QUICK TURNAROUND ON YOUR REPAIR Conveniently located on Randall Rd. second building North of Rt. 64
630-584-5115 • 110 N. Randall Rd. • St. Charles • Hours: 7:30-5:30 M-F tricityauto.net
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PERSONAL SERVICES
MUSIC STORE/INSTRUCTION
PHOTOGRAPHER
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Music Matters
Megan Kelly Photography
One of the Best
One of the Best
Kiss the Sky
RCG Photography
One of the Best
One of the Best
Hix Bros. Music
Jennifer Kaye Photography
NAIL SALON
PRESCHOOL/DAYCARE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
First Steps Preschool
One of the Best
Donna’s #1 Nails
Thank you for voting us ONE OF THE BEST!
One of the Best
Bridges Montessori
One of the Best
One of the Best
Venetian Nails
Educare
Kathy Green RCG Photography 630.251.3696 kgreen@rcgphoto.com www.rcgphoto.com
HAIR STUDIO
Voted The Best Beauty Salon...Again! “Style on State” Serving the Fox Valley over 21 years Thank You to Our Loyal Customers • Men and Womens’ Hair Design • Color • Waving • Waxing • Makeup/Skin Care • Always Affordable Pricing 314 W. State Street • Geneva • 630.208.7899 www.cornerstonehair.com
Thank You
...to our valued customers for choosing Chez Moi as Best New Restaurant in “Best of the Fox 2012”!
415 W. State St. #105 (Geneva) • 331-248-0654 Between Riley Drugs & Marberry Cleaners
www.chezmoigeneva.com Open Mon-Sat: 6:30am-3pm Join Us Thur & Fri: 4:30pm-8pm for Wine & Cheese Nights!
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PERSONAL SERVICES SHOE REPAIR Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Greg’s Shoe Repair
Cornerstone Hair studio
One of the Best One of the Best
Geneva Shoe Repair
Evolve Salon Suites
One of the Best
John’s Shoe Repair One of the Best One of the Best
Studio 315 Hair Salon
★
Otto’s Shoe Repair
PET CARE
★ PET STORE ★
ANIMAL TRAINER
PET GROOMER
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Animal Intuitions
Kountry Pet Resort & Training Center
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
PetSmart
All Tuckered Out
K-9 Kuts
Small enough to know you. Large enough to serve you.
Thank you Kane County for voting Hazen Insurance The Best of the Fox for the fourth straight year! 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Offering you the best advice, best coverage and best rates. Call us today!
Auto
Home
1100 West Main Street, Suite B | St. Charles, Illinois 60174 630-485-5100 | Fax: 630-485-5200 www.hazeninsurance.com Family owned & operated. Serving you and the community for 31 years and counting.
315 Hamilton St. • Geneva • 630-208-1515
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Kountry Pet Resort & Training Center
Thank You for All Your Support and Votes!
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PET CARE PET KENNEL
★ PET GROOMER ★
VETERINARY CLINIC
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Kountry Pet Resort & Training Center
Animal House Veterinary Hospital
One of the Best
One of the Best
DePaw University
Gateway Veterinary Clinic
One of the Best
One of the Best
Ruffner’s Luxury Boarding and Doggie Daycare
St. Charles Veterinary Clinic
PET SUPPLY STORE Best of the Fox
PetSmart One of the Best
Petco One of the Best
Wet Nose
40W290 LaFox Road St. Charles 630-513-4240
Thank you for voting us The Best Tavern/Pub 2012! www.otpwasco.com
St. Charles FOOT AND ANKLE CENTER Thank You For Your Votes and T Continued Support!
Thank you for Voting Us “The Best” Limousine Service
We Feel Honored to be of Service to This Community! S
• Weddings • Anniversaries • Birthdays
• Airport • Sporting Events • Concerts
Serving the Fox Valley Area For 20 Years
2320 Dean Street, Ste. 104 St. Charles, IL 60175 630-584-4200 • drbpodiatry.com
Providing Airport Transfers for 25 Years Corporate Accounts Welcome
630.377.3235 | 800.494.5336 www.keenlimousine.com Toll Free
★
RETIREMENT/ ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY
Best of the Fox The Holmstad
S A L E S • I N S TA L L AT I O N • R E PA I R S
Thank You to our loyal customers for voting us
“One of the Best Carpet Cleaners’’ & ‘‘One of the Best Carpet/Flooring Store’’ Call Today for a FREE Estimate
CFT Inc. has been serving the Fox Valley area for 26 years • Our technicians can Clean, Repair, and Install just about any surface in your home. • We also offer air duct, dryer vent, and upholstery cleaning.
Since 1986
THANK YOU
for Voting us The Best National Grand Champion Beef Wieners • Bratwurst
We Make Over 100 varieties of Smoked Meats and Sausages Polish Sausage • Smoked Sausage & More!
T-Bone, Filets, Strip and Ribeye Beef & Chicken Shish-Ka-Bobs U.S.D.A. Choice Steaks
Ream’s Elburn Market Fine Quality Meats and Sausages
670 Herra Street • Elburn, IL 60119
630-513-7847 • 1-888-770-0545 www.carpetfabrictech.com
INC. Mention this ad for $10.00 off your next carpet cleaning of $150.00 or more
Fresh • Aged • Cured • Smoked A Great Old-Fashioned Meat Market 128 N. Main St. • Downtown Elburn • West side of Rt. 47 • 630.365.6461 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm • Sat: 9am-4pm • Sun: 11am-4pm • Closed Memorial Day
Your Grilling Headquarters This Summer
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ★ BANK ★ ACCOUNTING ★ LAWYER ★
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACCOUNTING FIRM
CREDIT UNION
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Mueller Financial Services, Inc.
KCT Credit Union
One of the Best
One of the Best
Allied Partners
Earthmover Credit Union
One of the Best
One of the Best
R. MacDonald & Associates, Ltd.
DuPage Credit Union
BANK
FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Chase
OnPath Financial
One of the Best
One of the Best
Old Second Bank
Mueller Financial Services, Inc.
One of the Best
One of the Best
BMO Harris
Blue Haven Capital
Thank You For Voting For Us! Detox season is upon on us.... Visit our website for more details. www.brannickclinic.com Michelle Brannick ND, DC Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine
630.444.0066
630-513-1277
The Best Home Remodeler
One Of The Best Home Builder
Thank You Kane County For Your Votes!
1970 Lincoln Hwy (Rt 38) • St. Charles/Geneva
Thank You
For Voting For Us! 630.584.7922 1003 W. Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
www.royalbuilder.com Proudly covering all your home needs.
SAVE $10.00 Expires 7/15/2012
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LAWYER
RETIREMENT/ASSISTED LIVING
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
One of the Best
One of the Best
Moss Family Funeral Homes
Drendel and Jansons Law Group
The Holmstad
Reserve of Geneva
Rosewood
One of the Best
One of the Best
Yurs Funeral Home
Joseph Kelly
One of the Best
One of the Best
Malone Funeral Home
Thomas Hartwell
INSURANCE AGENCY
MORTGAGE BROKER
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Hazen
Cherry Creek Mortgage
One of the Best
One of the Best
Eggar
Mortgage Services III
One of the Best
One of the Best
Farmers, William Barclay
First Centennial
FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Best of the Fox OnPath Financial
Thanks for Voting us One of the Best Retirement Communities in Kane County!
Thank You For Voting Us One of The Best Limo Services!
of Geneva
• Serving the Fox Valley Area for Over 20 Years
An Address of Distinction
• Daily service to airports • Local Service Available • Weddings and Proms • Sporting Events & Concerts • Dependable, On-Time Service • Sedans & Stretch Limos 24 Hr Availability (with reservation)
Independent Senior Living! 2508 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL (630) 584-4300 www.reserveofgeneva.com
630-584-1616 | 630-443-LIMO 888-584-1615 P.O. Box 3898 • St. Charles, IL 60174
www.limonetworkwest.com
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FUNERAL HOME
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RETAIL • FOOD&BEVERAGE
Jones Lemon & Graham, LLP
BAKERY
FARMERS MARKET
would like to thank all the readers
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Harner’s Bakery
Geneva Green Market
“One of the Best”
One of the Best
One of the Best
Cocoa Bean
Geneva French Market
One of the Best
One of the Best
Heidi’s Cake & Pastry
Heritage Prairie Farm
CANDY/POPCORN STORE
Batavia Farmers Market
who voted Joe Kelly as attorneys for 2012.
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Kernel’s Gourmet Popcorn & More
HEALTH FOOD STORE Best of the Fox
One of the Best
Soup to Nuts
Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream
One of the Best
Fruitful Yield One of the Best
Batavia Popcorn Depot
328 S. 2nd St., Geneva, IL 60134 One of the Best
Trader Joe’s
(630)208-0805 • www.joneslemongraham.com
• Creative Designs • Authorized Unilock Contractor • Multi-Level Patios • Retaining Walls • Plant & Lawn Installation • Irrigation Systems • Landscape Maintenance
“Thank you for voting us
Thank you for voting us... “One of the Best - Day Spa” “The Best - Hotel/Resort”
BEST LANDSCAPER in Kane County” 630-365-2644
1 5 S . R i ve r L a n e ~ Ge n e va , Il l i n o i s ~ 6 3 0 . 2 0 8 . 7 4 3 3 ~ w w w. h e r r i n g t o n i n n . c o m
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Best of the Fox Ream’s Elburn Market
OVER
Retirement is your
time to thrive!
Thank you for voting The Holmstad The Best Retirement Community/Assisted Living and Health Care Services in the Fox Valley! Live the retirement you want. Lifelong personal growth. Friends who share your history. A community of faith-based fellowship. A town center of amenities and resources. A financially strong sponsor. Assured future care.
See for yourself! Come for a free lunch and tour. (630) 879-4100 | HolmMarketing@CovenantRetirement.org Covenant Retirement Communities is a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
700 W. Fabyan Parkway • Batavia, IL 60510
www.CovenantRetirement.com
Covenant Retirement Communities does not discriminate pursuant to the federal Fair Housing Act.
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RETAIL • FOOD&BEVERAGE LIQUOR STORE
MEAT MARKET
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Binny’s Beverage Depot
Ream’s Elburn Market
One of the Best
One of the Best
SavWay
Josef’s Meats
One of the Best
One of the Best
Lundeen’s
Blue Goose Market
LOCAL GROCERY STORE
WINE SHOP
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Blue Goose Market
Gibby’s Wine Den
One of the Best
One of the Best
Jewel Osco
Binny’s Beverage Depot
One of the Best
One of the Best
Trader Joe’s
The Wine Exchange
Thanks for Your Support Over the Past 32 Years! VOTED #1 SHOE REPAIR AGAIN... Now Repairing Bridles and Saddles
Custom Leather Work and Repairs Fabric Shoe Dyeing
GREG’S SHOE REPAIR
722 East State Street • Geneva, IL 630-845-3284 M-W & F 8-6 • Th 8-6:30 • Sat 9-3
Thank You to Our Loyal Customers. We Appreciate Your Business Over the Last 22 Years!
• Plumbing • Heating • Remodeling Hayes Home
Improvements, Inc.
1 2 3 4 5
St. Charles
630-377-6476
Plumbing License #058-148651
~Thank You~
for Voting us One of The Best Auto Repair Facilities in the Fox Valley We value our customer’s business and take great pride in what we do
Hours of Operation: Weekdays: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$
2000 Off
Coolant Flush Good thru the month of June 6/1/12-6/30/12 Mention or bring in this ad for offer
A-1 Automotive Family Owned and Operated • 39 Years in Business 670 N LaFox Rt 31 • South Elgin • (847) 888-4200 www.a-1automotive.com
★
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ANTIQUE SHOP
BABY STORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Antique Market III
Cradles and All
One of the Best
One of the Best
The Little Traveler
Buy Buy Baby
One of the Best
One of the Best
Antiques on State
The Little Traveler
ART GALLERY
BOOKSTORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Water Street Studios
Town House Books
One of the Best
One of the Best
Halsa
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Thank You for Voting Us One of the Best Heating and Cooling Companies Welcome to Kustom Heating & Cooling, where we provide professional installation and service for every aspect of your heating and cooling requirements. Our dedicated staff is here to assist you with the service you deserve 24 hours a day. Kustom Heating & Cooling is a locally owned & operated company located in Elgin, IL.
Barnes and Noble
One of the Best
Proud Fox Gallery
One of the Best
One of the Best
Tony and Friends Art Studio
Family owned & operated since 1960.
The Harner Family Thanks You for voting us Best of the Fox! Opening at 5:30
AM
Everyday!
We are a full service Bakery offering goods that are all handmade by our own bakers using fresh quality ingredients. • Sweet Rolls • Cookies • Breads • Coffee Cakes • Cakes • Buns • Donuts • Pies • Much more!
Harner’s Bakery, Restaurant & Catering 10 W. State Street | North Aurora Hours: M-Th 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM F-Sat 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM Sun 5:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Located on Rt. 56 on the West Bank of picturesque Fox River.
630-892-4400
www.HarnersBakery.com
(847) 622-7483 kustomheating@yahoo.com
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Anderson’s Book Store
11N240 Hawthorne Street, Suite 2 Elgin, Illinois 60123
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BRIDAL STORE Best of the Fox
The Crystal Bride
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
One of the Best
La Vita Cigars
Odalisque Beauty Apothecary
Trellis Farm and Garden
The Paper Merchant
FLORIST
HOBBY/CRAFT STORE
One of the Best
Binny’s Beverage Depot
One of the Best
Bella Bridal One of the Best
Veiled in Elegance
CHILDREN’S CLOTHING
CONSIGNMENT/RESALE SHOP Best of the Fox
Anew
Ella’s Pink Bowtique Good Cents Children One of the Best
The Children’s Place
CIGAR STORE Best of the Fox
Bull and Bear Ltd. Tobbacco Shop
Hobby Lobby
Town and Country Gardens
Best of the Fox
Geneva
One of the Best
St. Charles One of the Best
One of the Best
Batavia
Floral Wonders
FARM STORE
GIFT/CARD SHOP
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Farm and Fleet
Hallmark
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
One of the Best
One of the Best
Klein’s Tack and Feed
The Little Traveler
Good Cents Children
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Robbins Flowers Inc.
One of the Best One of the Best
DOWNTOWN SHOPPING DISTRICT
One of the Best
One of the Best Best of the Fox
★ ANTIQUES ★ BOOKSTORE ★ FLORIST ★ JEWELRY STORE ★
One of the Best
Wool and Company One of the Best
Joanne Fabrics and Crafts
JEWELER
Goodwill
COSMETIC/SKIN CARE STORE
One of the Best
Best of the Fox
Fox Jewelers One of the Best
State Street Jewelers
K. Hollis Jewelers
Ulta
Thank You
One of the Best
We want to THANK YOU for Voting Us The BEST Barber Shop!
~ Pat, Jeff & Don
For Voting Us the #1 Bridal/Wedding Shop
For Men Only Serving St. Charles Since 1959
207 W. State Street • Geneva 630.397.5040 • www.crystalbride.com
1419 W. Main Street • St. Charles, IL 60174
630-584-7840
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Thank You! For voting us the BEST Garden Center in the Fox Valley www.wasconursery.com
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MEN’S CLOTHING
SHOPPING CENTER
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Erday’s
Geneva Commons
One of the Best
One of the Best
Men’s Warehouse
Chicago Premium Outlets
One of the Best
One of the Best
Jos. A. Bank
Charlestowne Mall
“OLD WORLD CRAFTSMANSHIP� MILL CREEK, GENEVA
Thank you for voting Sjodin Custom Homes One of the Best Home Builders and One of the Best Interior Designers.
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39W122 Warner Lane, Geneva
SHOE STORE Best of the Fox
Giesche Shoes
One of the Best
630-232-4646
WestďŹ eld Fox Valley
WOMEN’S CLOTHING Best of the Fox
Von Maur
One of the Best
DSW One of the Best One of the Best
Coldwater Creek
Tender Footsie One of the Best
Kohl’s
Thank you !
to all who t voted us
6
awards!
Best t Kid friendly frien restaurant and one of the Best breakfast, lunch value,
I I algonquin I aurora I crystal lake I elgin I naperville
www.sjodincustomhomes.com
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FESTIVAL
Best of the Fox
Voted BEST DELI
& One of the Best Meat Markets!
Try Our Subs! Buy 3 and Get 1 FREE with this ad
Try Our AGED Gourmet Grill Steaks (Rib Eye, Strip) Buy 3 and Get 1 FREE with this ad
Stop in for Lunch!! Engstrom Plaza 716 W. State St. • Geneva 630.262.1878 Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9-6 • Saturday 9-5 • Sunday 10-2
Thanks for Voting for Us! 200 S. Second Street • St. Charles, IL 60174
630-587-8221
www.miafrancesca.com
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Geneva Swedish Days
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SPORTS&RECREATION ★ GOLF ★ FESTIVAL ★ COUNTRY CLUB ★ BOWLING ★
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SPORTS&RECREATION BICYCLE SHOP
COUNTRY CLUB
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
The Bike Rack
Eagle Brook Country Club
One of the Best
One of the Best
Mill Race Cyclery
Elgin Country Club
One of the Best
One of the Best
Pedal and Spoke
Royal Hawk Country Club
BOWLING ALLEY
DANCE SCHOOL/STUDIO
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
St. Charles Bowl
State Street Dance Studio
One of the Best
One of the Best
Funway Ultimate Entertainment Center
St. Charles School Of Dance
Best Jeweler... Fox Jewelers Tom & Valarie Lannoye
One of the Best One of the Best
Elite Academy of Dance
Bowling Green
Thank you for your votes!
rs Burge
Steak s
s Salad
Pasta
Soups
Ribs
Restaurant Brewery 306 W State Street Downtown Geneva 630-208-7070 www.stockholmsbrewpub.com www
We Brew Our Own Root Beer!
We would like to thank you, our customers & friends for all of your support! The Best Jeweler
The Best Gold Buyer
307 W State | Geneva | 630.232.7525 www.FoxJewelersGeneva.com
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FAMILY RECREATION
GOLF COURSE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Funway Ultimate Entertainment Center
Pottowatomie Golf Course
Thank you for voting Fox Valley Women & Children’s Health Partners’ OB/GYN and Pediatricians Best of the Fox ! Join us in welcoming Dr. Corissa Elgar to our Women’s Healthcare team. Dr. Elgar is accepting new patients at our offices on Main Street and at Oak & Randall.
One of the Best
Dr. Carolyn Mills
Mill Creek Golf Club
One of the Best
La Dra. Elgar está aceptando nuevos pacientes en nuestras oficinas de la calle Main y Oak & Randall a partir de Julio.
St. Charles Park District
Dr. Natalie Roche Dr. Kelly Simkins Dr. Corissa Elgar
Please call to schedule your appointment with one of our caring, compassionate doctors today.
Best of the Fox
One of the Best
One of the Best
Scarecrow Festival
Spring Hill Gymnastics
One of the Best
One of the Best
Festival of the Vine
Excel Gymnastics
Shelly Sinatra, CWHNP
Children’s Health Dr. Maria Cocjin Dr. Sarah Kern
Dr. Bridget Sweeney-Gotsch
(630) 897-6044
Diane Waszak, CFNP Mark Kruszewski, CPNP
T W O LO C AT I O N S F O R YO U R C O N V E N I E N C E
Like us @ FB.com/FVWCHP
MAIN STREET 3310 W. Main St., Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60175
Follow us @ Twitter.com/FVWCHP Learn more @ fvwchp.com
OAK & RANDALL 82 Miller Dr., Suite 102 North Aurora, IL 60542
Thank You for Voting Us
THE BEST STEAKS
CAR WASH & FAST STOP
Voted The Best Car Wash...Again! Thank You to Our Customers & Supporters & Voting Us One of the Best Oil Change
We offer aged prime beef,
chops and fresh seafood in an intimate, yet elegant setting of original brick and wooden trellises dating from the early 1900’s when horse and carriages roamed the streets, men tipped top hats, and woman curtsied. We are certain you will find our food and charm unsurpassed in our unique and wonderful town.
We are proud of the recognition we received!
17 W. State St. • Downtown Geneva • 630.2321FOX
Located On State St. (Rt. 38) • Between 7th Ave. & Kirk Rd.
www.foxfiregeneva.com
- Next to McDonalds -
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Swedish Days
Allstar Rebels Competitive Cheerleading
Dr. William Kobak
Claudia Whitaker, CWHNP
GYMNASTICS/CHEER CENTER
Best of the Fox
Dr. Edward Newman
Tanna Farms Golf Course
Water Street Studios
FESTIVAL
Dr. Grace Wang Dr. Kim Harmon
¡ Ella está contenta de regresar a Fox Valley, es bilingüe y le encantaría ser su doctora!
One of the Best One of the Best
Women’s Health Dr. Steven D. Bush
She would love to be your new doctor!
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SPORTS&RECREATION MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL
SPORTING GOODS STORE
Best of the Fox
Best of the Fox
Chang Lee’s Taekwondo Club USA
Dick’s One of the Best
Sports Authority
One of the Best
South Elgin Budokan One of the Best
Gander Mountain
One of the Best
Bill Cho’s United Taekwondo
RECREATION VEHICLES AND SUPPLY Best of the Fox
Tanglewood Marine One of the Best
10TH ANNUAL
SUMMER CO NCERT SERIES FREE
MENTERUTAISNMICENT
WEDNESDAYS & SUNDAYS JUNE 6 – JULY 1
Enjoy summer evenings at Geneva Commons with two free concerts a week through July 1. This year’s line-up is sure to get you moving and grooving with some of Chicagoland’s best musical artists. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and join the fun in the courtyard near Houlihan’s. Dine before or after the show at a terrific selection of restaurants to satisfy every taste.
Walmart Wednesdays: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Sundays: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
One of the Best
Able RV
JUNE 6
RED WOODY
20 24 SEVEN BAND
Classic Rock/Alternative
10 7TH HEAVEN Rock/Pop
13 CHI-TOWN SHOWSTOPPERS R&B/Rock/Funk/Pop/ Swing/Jazz
316 W W. SState, G Geneva
630.232.7151
Thank you again for voting us The Best Candy/Popcorn Store! Serving the Fox Valley for 9 yrs!
17 SODA
Rock/Acoustic/Pop/ Disco/Country
24 THE NEVERLY BROTHERS Retro Rock ‘n Roll
27 SERENDIPITY Girl Rock
JULY 1 HI-INFIDELITY
Rock/80’s/Motown/ Disco/Hip-Hop/ Reggae/Alternative
FREE FOLD-UP TOTE to the ďŹ rst 100 concertgoers at each show
Mark Your Calendar Summer Sidewalk Sale Saturday & Sunday, June 30 – July 1
We’ve moved! Come visit us at our new location 316 W. State - Geneva and check out our expanded selection of candy, popcorn, gourmet gifts, etc.
Visit us at our other location;
22 E. Chicago Avenue - Suite 118, Naperville, IL
630.717.2595
Classic Rock/New Rock
Some store and restaurant hours vary.
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BICYCLE SHOP
Best of the Fox The Bike Rack
for voting us the Best of the Fox
Thanks for all the support in voting us Best Dentist in the Fox Valley for the 3rd year in a row!!
5 years in a row! Dr. Melissa Jentz-Cote General Dentistry
Your Trusted Home Comfort Professionals Since 1992
Dr. Adam Winckler General Dentistry
From the staff at Geneva Family Dental
HEATING | COOLING PLUMBING ENERGY SOLUTIONS www.confidentaire.com CALL US TODAY! 630-761-9007
2631 Williamsburg Ave. • Suite 201 • Geneva • 630.262.1055
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Thank You for Voting Fiora’s Best Restaurant!
Kane County Chronicle / KCChronicle.com • Saturday, May 26, 2012
“Often compa red to t Tavern he on the in New Green York C ity in it ’s prim e” “I was already looking forward to going back when it came time to leave.” - Kane County Mystery Diner, January 26, 2011
Join Us and Enjoy Our New Expanded Outdoor Seating and Outdoor Bar. Live Music Throughout the Summer!
Contemporary American Cuisine ◆ Fine Wines & Classic Cocktails ◆ Desserts Homemade Daily ◆ Great Prices Located in a Landmark Building in the heart of Beautiful Historic Downtown Geneva Open for Lunch and Dinner ◆ Events/Parties ◆ Outdoor seating
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630.262.1317 Call for reservations 317 S. Third Street • Geneva, IL • www.fioras.com