Managerʼs NOTE on the COVER

together is outdoors. While sports keep us at the ballfield most days of the week during the summer, on off days, we appreciate cooking out and eating on the patio, evening s’mores, and all the anticipated festivals and activities warm weather brings (P. 20). The camping story on P. 13 offers insightful suggestions for camping, whether you chose to utilize your backyard or a nearby state park. While we transition into this next season, make sure to take time for yourself and your family to relish in all the ways Kane County makes life extraordinary. Whether you find solace in summer gardening, exploring a trail along the Fox River, enjoying water activities or simply gathering around a backyard firepit with those closest to you, I hope the memories you make this summer are unforgettable!

PUBLISHER

Kane County Chronicle & Northwest Herald Laura Shaw 630-709-4497 lshaw@shawmedia.com

EDITOR

Kelley White shawmagazineeditor@gmail.com

DESIGNER

Julie Barichello 815-431-4072 jbarichello@shawmedia.com

LOCAL SALES MANAGER

Kane County Chronicle & Niche Publishing Jaclyn Cornell 630-845-5234 jcornell@shawmedia.com

CORRESPONDENTS

Jamie Baker, Jonathan Bilyk, Kevin Druley, Melissa Rubalcaba Riske, Erin Sauder and Chris Walker

Jaclyn Cornell, Local Sales Manager

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Local photographer April Duda captures timeless moments across Kane County on page 34.

Next month: Celebrate everything vintage and Americana in the July issue of Kane County Magazine!

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