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Fashion and beauty columnist Randi Moxi says layers are this year’s fall fashion trend.

Fashion & Beauty 8 Fall into great fashion!

Autumn is awesome … with color-rich fabrics, feathery knits and sleek jackets.

12 Layer up for fall — Build your season’s wardrobe layer after layer, with tips on the trends from Randi Moxi.

Family In Focus 15 Women of Distinction — Meet the 2014 honorees from Lake County.

23 Bribery Balance — Family columnist Michele Stien talks trading card craziness and bribing kids for good behavior.

Health & Wellness 24 Hold those Purse Strings! Fashionable bags could be weighing you done. Get tips to save your back without losing your sense of style, from chiropractor Kathleen Hufnagle.

29 Good start — Childhood obesity is a problem, but it doesn’t have to be. Combat this health concern with advice on diet and exercise for the whole family.

Out & About 30 Artist Showcase — Lou Zale of Deerfield share his mixed media creations 32 Social Life — Conservation was the cause in Barrington last month.

34 Calendar — Fall’s chill is in the air and there’s plenty cool to do in Lake County.

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“If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun.”

— Katharine Hepburn Kate had it right, I believe, that some rules are just yearning to be broken. That’s certainly true for fashion this season, as the trending styles range from feathery knits and sultry silks to the sleek menswear-styled jackets Hepburn herself made famous.

This month in Suburban Life Magazine, we celebrate the spirit of fall’s fashion fun, as we pull on cozy sweaters, sleek leggings, and bodacious boots. This year’s favorite styles blend color and texture, offer new twists on throwback designs, and ramp up the “cool” in every piece.

Is your big beautiful bag weighing you down? Dr. Hufnagle, a local chiropractor, shares some tips for purchasing a purse without stressing your spine.

And nutrition experts share information about the perils of childhood obesity, and how to keep your kids on the right track for long-term health.

Also this month, we celebrate women, and in particular, those women who work tirelessly every day to make our communities strong and

prosperous. Suburban Life Magazine’s Women of Distinction awards honor 10 fantastic examples of perseverance, dedication, and success. We host an event in their honor in October, and introduce you to them in the pages of this month’s edition. Look for us to tell each woman’s story, one by one, in the months to follow.

Whatever your pleasure this season, find out more about it in this month’s edition of Suburban Life Magazine. It’s a great time to discover all there is to enjoy, right outside your front door.

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COVER FALL FASHION: Autumn is awesome with cool fall fashions galore, like this fun and flirty look from Forest Bootery in Libertyville, complete with trendy print scarf and statement coral boots, designed to keep you cozy and stylish all season long.

Find the coolest fashions for fall, starting on Page 8

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Coordinator Becca Grosso 630-845-5288 bgrosso@shawmedia.com Account Manager Terri Landa 847-921-6817 tlanda@shawmedia.com Correspondents Hannah Peterson, Michelle Stien, Randi Moxi Photographers Ron McKinney, Joe Shuman Suburban Life Magazine is available by subscription for $24 a year. If you would like each month’s edition mailed to your home, send payment information and address to Suburban Life Magazine / Lake County, 7717 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 or by email at subscriptions@shawmedia.com.

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Maxi sweaters are big on style, and layered to perfection!

Get this look, complete with trendy buckleladen boots, from Forest Bootery in Libertyville.

Fall’s fashion frenzy mixes textures and patterns, like this faux fur collared wrap sweater, from Full Disclothesure in Libertyville.

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Fitted and formal, fall’s evening looks are fabulous!

Find this dazzling European import, complete with shoes, bag and jewelry, exclusively at Starr Couture in Barrington.

This maxi sweater buttons down and pairs with a bold patterned scarf for the perfect crisp fall day. Get this look at What She Wants in Libertyville, and a portion of proceeds go to cancer research.

Western inspired boots finish the outfit, from Forest Bootery also in Libertyville.

Lusciously soft leather and leggings always are in style and this fall is no different.

Find a variety of both at Full Disclothesure in Libertyville. Pair with classic tall boots from Forest Bootery.

Rich hues and bold colors grace this season’s fashion lineup, and the delight is in the details! Find this suit, and all the accessories exclusively imported by Starr Couture in Barrington.

Big on color and detail, this season’S dresses go day to night with playful elegance. Get this look at What She Wants, Libertyville.

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Layer, layer, layer — that’s the word of the season, as cozy neutrals are brought to life with bright bursts of color. Get this whole look, guaranteed to warm up a chilly fall day, at Forest Botery in Libertyville.

Take your style to town with this abstract patchwork tunic and comfy leggings, available with accessories, at What She Wants, in Libertyville. Tall black boots from Forest Bootery, also in Libertyville.

Layer Up For Fall

Pair cool neutrals with bold bursts of color

My absolute favorite time of the year is here, and it happens to also be my favorite fashion season! I cannot tell you how over the moon excited I am with what’s trending this season!

For all of you “play it safe” ladies that like your neutral tones and keep things very classic and simple, you have officially stepped on the scene with the new “normcore” designation for your look. Now all you have to do with your al wonderful, neutral toned items is layer, layer, layer, and throw on a cool print scarf and you’ll be rocking it like a New York runway model.

One of my favorite things about this season’s trends (because I’m a girl that loves her colors and patterns) is that the same colors and patterns made popular in spring and summer are staying in the fashion mix as the seasons progress. So that gorgeous pastel aqua you were wearing earlier in the year still rocks, just add a really bold color, like bright red, the “it” color this fall. Transition your floral pattern dresses by throwing on a pair of black faux leather boots and a matching jacket and you’ve got a hot fall look from a cool a spring leftover.

And ladies, if you listen to one piece of advice I give you for this fall, it is this: wear layers. Take your colors, take your knits and take your patterns and layer for interesting and on trend ensembles for the fall.

Please keep to the faux lines as you keep up with the current looks for all of your leather, fur and shearling outerwear. And make sure you add a blanket coat to your repertoire.

With all the additional pastels, patterns and bold color exceptions, keep the nails and lips neutral.

And for those of you who aren’t comfortable with the new transitional trends, you never can go wrong with winter white, blacks and burgundies in the coming months.

So, enjoy your warm, pumpkin flavored beverages, fall festivals and football games in all those “Moxi approved” looks for fall. Coco Chanel said is best … “You can be gorgeous at 30, charming at 40, and irresistible for the rest of your life.”

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n 2013, Shaw Media and Suburban Life Magazine (formerly Lake County Magazine) began a tradition of honoring those who have given their time and talents to create nonprofit organizations, head local advisory boards, volunteer at activities and businesses outside of their own workplace and, most of all, lead by example.

Soliciting nominations from community leaders, local business professionals and our own readership, we would find our communities full of inspiring women; teachers and nurses, entrepreneurs and advisors, artists and volunteers.

Photos by Joe Shuman

This month we will continue the tradition, and honor 10 of the county’s most remarkable women, for their contributions to community, career and cause, at the 2014 Women of Distinction Awards event. We introduce our honorees here, and in each month that follows, tell the complete story of one of these outstanding local residents.

Pictured are Suburban Life Magazine’s Women of Distinction for 2014. They are, from left, Eleanor Anne Sweet, Patricia Menoni, Amy Serafin, Catherine Vincus, Alicia Dodd, Mary Ross Cunningham, Elaine Sambo-Reyther, Mary Seminara-Schostok, Melissa Haak and Jan Leahy. lakecountymagazine.com

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Eleanor Anne Sweet Corporate Success Partners, Division of Remington Group, LLC North Barrington Resident Known since 2002 as the “Mistress of WOW,” Eleanor Sweet’s commitment level to business and corporate donations in honor of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life campaign, is unmatched. In 2012, she, together with Diane Ahrens from Piece of Cake Bakery, created the 2012 Relay for Life Barrington Cake Decorating Contest, raising a total of $370,000 in donations, matching the total in donations set from that record breaking number of cupcakes in one area event she planned the year before.

Because of her explosive fundraising skills,

she was charged with sustaining and further growing the community support in what she termed were “pocket areas”, demographics that had gone untapped. This goal resulted in the successful implementation of Relay for Life support in various schools, and minority groups that had never before shown supportive interest.

Now, as she steps down from her position as Event Chair for Barrington’s Relay for life, in favor of expanding her Corporate Success Partner’s business, she leaves behind a legacy to friends and volunteers. According to her nominator, “She is such an inspiration for all those that come in contact with her. With her passion for life, her desire to help those that are in need and her will to make things better for generations to come. Eleanor is truly an amazing lady!”

With her passion for life, her desire to help those that are in need and her will to make things better for generations to come, Eleanor is truly an amazing lady.

Alicia Dodd Village Homesteading Mundelein Mundelein Resident Alicia Dodd is one of five leaders at Village Homesteading, whose mission it is to inspire and encourage sustainability and self-sufficiency in the local community.

“We teach classes and workshops, organize local events, and manage a massive organic food pantry garden.”

The Fremont Township Community Garden is unique, as all of the produce is given to those in need by way of the Fremont Food pantry. Seeing its potential,

Dodd brought in innovative ideas to make the garden truly sustainable, wholly organic, and continuously fruitful.

Taking charge, she took the time for demonstrations and teach gardening techniques with the volunteers.

“I have been a dedicated volunteer on many projects throughout my life, but never have I felt so motivated to volunteer, had as much fun, or learned as much as I have at the garden — thanks to Alicia’s brilliant vision,” says her nominator. “She ensures that everyone who participates always feels appreciated, and sends us home feeling like we are part of a great community, that we’ve made a difference.”

Alicia ensures that everyone who participates always feel appreciated, and sends us home feeling like we are part of a great community, that we’ve made a difference.

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Catherine Vincus Preserving Human Dignity (PHD) Inverness Resident In her role as Director of PHD, Catherine Vincus oversees all aspects of the agency including programs and services, development, educational outreach and much more! PHD helps women by providing professional counseling and support services to address an array of complex parenting and pregnancy related issues including postpartum depression, grief and loss of a child, post abortion and post adoption.

Vincus first became involved with PHD as a volunteer intake coordinator, in 1994. She soon worked her way up to project manager for Independence Highway, an interactive, fact-based program for adolescents delivered as part of the health curriculum during sophomore year. She then became the agency’s Marketing/PR Director before becoming Executive Director in 1997. She now leads a staff of 18 and supports the operation of more than 200 volunteers.

“Her belief in PHD’s mission and her passion for women and children have been key factors in every decision she has made for PHD,” says her nominator.

Cathy’s belief in Preserving Human Dignity’s mission and her passion for women and children have been key factors in every decision she has made for PHD. Patricia A Menoni, RN, BSN, CMC Partners in Senior Care, Inc Round Lake Park Resident Eleven years ago, Patricia Menoni opened the doors at Partners in Senior Care, and since then, she and her staff of caregivers have served thousands of seniors through home care and she personally has assisted countless families with geriatric care management.

The Navigator Program for Successful Aging was developed by Menoni to specifically address how independent and assisted living

facilities approach individual wellness. Due to its success, the program has received a National Case in Point Platinum award, beating out bigger programs like United Healthcare, as well as various other national quality awards.

Due to her compassion and the loyalty of her employees, Partners in Senior Care has been nationally recognized as a leader in excellence

by Home Care Pulse, the leading firm in quality assurance for private duty home care.

As one of the few agencies recognized, she will now set the standard for quality as a top performer in the home care industry.

The Navigator Program for Successful Aging, developed by Patricia, received a National Case in Point Platinum award.

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Mary Seminara-Schostok

Elaine Sambo-Reyther

Jan Cline Leahy

Second District Appellate Court Libertyville Resident

BMO Private Banking Barrington Resident

Career Resource Center, Inc. Glenview Resident

Justice Mary Seminara-Schostok currently sits on the Second District Appellate Court. She is the immediate past president of the Illinois Judge Association, and serves on numerous legal committees and boards.

Elaine Sambo-Reyther is a financial executive, community volunteer, and a dedicated business leader.

Jan Cline Leahy is the executive director of Career Resource Center, Inc, a confidence-building, employment resource offering individualized attention and coaching by industry professionals.

Schostok’s husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma, characterized by tumors which arise in the supportive tissue of the brain. After he passed away in 2012, she began the Michael Matters Foundation to honor her husband, acting as both founder and board member. The foundation financially assists individuals suffering with these brain tumors.

“Our mission is to raise funds to assist the medical professionals in research of glioblastoma, as well as to support those who need financial assistance with their treatment, she says. “The foundation hopes to understand what causes glioblastomas, and more importantly, how to effectively treat them.”

Mary started the Michael Matters Foundation to assist people suffering with brain tumors.

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In her position as Vice President and Director of Trust and Estate Services at BMO Harris Private banking, she works with clients and their families in ensuring that their estate plans contribute to the success of their financial goals and accomplish their longterm wishes.

In the community, she is an impassioned, charitable advocate, serving on the Board of Directors of WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger) since 2008, an organization focused on providing integrated services to homeless and abused women and children, as well as serving on the board for Wellness Place, an organization focused on cancer education and support.

Under Leahy’s leadership, CRC moved from a religiously-affiliated, outreach mission with limited hours, to an incorporated, nonprofit organization offering comprehensive re-employment services. Today, she continues to mold CRC to respond to the ever-changing economy, technical advances and the needs of job candidates.

In recognition of her efforts, she was named 2014 winner of the Barrington ATHENA Leadership Award, from the city’s Chamber of Commerce.

“I know that every day I am making a difference in someone’s life,” she says. “At CRC, we are changing the not only the lives of our candidates but their family’s as well, giving them a better chance to be successful, stay motivated, and maintain high selfesteem.”

Elaine serves on the Board of Directors for Women In Need Growing Stronger, an organization focused on providing services to homeless and abused women and children.

Jan believes that every day CRC is changing not only the lives of its candidates, but their family’s as well by giving them a better chance to be successful.

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Melissa Haak

Amy M. Serafin

Mary Ross Cunningham

Little Lake County Grayslake Resident

Village of Fox Lake Spring Grove Resident

Lake County Board District 9 Waukegan Resident

What started as a little blog, designed to vent about the “sticky side of motherhood” in the face of various physical and emotional obstacles, has grown in to a website and popular Facebook community, becoming a hot resource for local parents.

Moms and Dads regularly turn to Melissa Haak’s resource for where to go and what to do, and answers to common parenting questions.

In her role as the Village of Fox Lake Parks and Recreation Coordinator, Amy Serafin is responsible for the promotion and planning of an array of community events, from egg hunts and boat races to theme nights and holiday celebrations. She also is in charge of maintaining and updating the community website and is responsible for seeking grants to help construction or additions to the park and its buildings.

Commissioner Mary Ross Cunningham has served as a county board leader for the past 12 years. In her tenure, she has been applauded for her commitment to serving District 9, having been crowned one of the county’s Most Influential African American Women.

Little Lake County, while a mainly a place to seek help, also is on a mission to encourage the promotion and endless support of local businesses in the county.

In the last year, Haak has created intimate experiences and opportunities that highlight what the communities in Lake County have to offer.

In partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, she promotes and builds relationships with local businesses earning their trust and loyalty. She has also served on the board of various committees and foundations.

“From play-dates, to mom’s night out, Melissa is connecting businesses and parents in new and engaging ways. She is an invaluable resource and champion in all that is Lake County,” says her nominator.

From play-dates, to mom’s night out, Melissa is connecting businesses and parents in new and engaging ways, with her blog, Little Lake County. lakecountymagazine.com

According to her nominator, “Amy is a fantastic person, seen in her compassion, in her work with seniors, children, and various groups within the community. How she balances both a demanding career and active family, I just don’t know how she manages so well!”

Amy is a fantastic person, seen in her compassion, in her work with seniors, children and various groups within the community.

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Cunningham currently serves on the Law and Judicial, Health, Community Service, and Rules Committee as well as the Lake County Forest Preserve Advisory and Committee, boards.

She was appointed to these positions by U.S. Senator Mark Kirk, a member of the advisory board himself.

Her exceptional role as county board member, and as a single working mother, has led to her support of the lower income single families and mothers in the area, providing numerous resources to assist them with the barriers preventing them from becoming acknowledgeable families in the community.

Mary has been applauded for her service and was crowned one of the county’s Most Influential African American Women.

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The Bribery Balance There seems to be a new currency in the Stien Household — Pokemon Cards.

Both kids have been sucked into the world of these collectable cards with creatures with names that I can barely pronounce. It started with one pack purchased in the checkout line at Target.

It satisfied my daughter’s need for me to buy her something each and every time we go to a store and seemed harmless at the time.

Before I knew it, she and Colin were both at the kitchen table studying each card carefully and asking me what each of the characters’ names were. I did my best to decipher their unusual monikers.

Next thing you know, they are talking about energy, damages and fire types versus lightning types.

As in several other situations, we often bribe our kids to achieve desired behaviors. We prefer to call it “positive reinforcement.” The kids earn points for good behavior, doing chores, listening and doing things without being asked. They typically get to pick what toy, game or privilege they would like for their reward. Based on their newfound interest in Pokemon, they both requested more cards for their next reward.

After a few weeks of letting the dog out, clearing the table, getting ready for bed and school without lollygagging and limited yelling and screaming from me, they had each earned a sizeable collection of cards. Now, they have moved on to the trading stage.

Not only did they trade with some of their friends, but they also they began trading between themselves.

Unfortunately, this usually ended in some hurt feelings and crying since Colin hadn’t quite grasped the concept of “fair trade.”

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often can be heard in the other room bartering not only for cards, but also for other items and services. For example, Colin will give her his stuffed pig and let the dog out for Maddie if she gives him her new Charizard card.

Lucky for me, I now have my own leverage in getting them to do what I want, by offering cards for good behavior, and also by taking those cards away when they misbehave. It also works for when these cards are left strewn about my kitchen table and not put back in their designated tins, binders or carrying cases (all earned through good behavior, of course). All I have to do is threaten to toss them in the garbage and they pick them up in a jiffy.

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In my day, we collected Garbage Pail Kids and simply hoped the card with our name wasn’t something bad like “Michelle Muck.”

The cards, characters or even the game that you are supposed to play with them is beyond me. I actually have taken time to research them, simply so I can help referee their trading disagreements. It’s hard to determine what is a fair trade when you have no idea what their value is based on their damages, power, stats or abilities. I’ve had to sift through game boards, websites and Wikipedia and I still don’t get it. In my day, we collected Garbage Pail Kids and simply hoped the card with our name wasn’t something bad like “Michelle Muck,” and made fun of kids who did have undesirable cards named after them like “Acne Amy.” I’m pretty sure the more they learn how to play the game associated with the trading cards, they also will be able to strategize in any war room — business, politics or battle.

The sliver lining is that despite the fact that I can’t differentiate between each card’s values, the kids certainly do both, for the sake of the game and their personal gain and popularity. The cards are relatively cheap, their behavior is good, we all are happy and it sure beats having to resort to the ridiculous “Elf on a Shelf” tradition to get them to behave.

Somehow I think even my kids are too smart for that.

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• Michelle Stien is a stay-at-home mom of two children, ages 5 and 7. Her mother always told her to “write this down,” so she is sharing her experiences with Lake County moms to help them deal with the craziness of being “Mom.”

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Hold The Purse Strings!

Is the pain in your side from your purse?

An article done by the New York Times reports that the big purses — the latest fashion trend — are overfilled.

These overstuffed bags are causing us to walk lopsided and can lead to neck, shoulder, low back, hip pain and headaches.

So, what is happening to our bodies when we carry large purses?

• Your natural gait is affected. The gait is the way your arms and legs swing when you walk. When you put a bag on one side of the body, the arm on that side cannot swing normally and the other arm has to swing more to compensate.

• Your muscles are off balance. Because all the weight is on one shoulder, your posture suffers.

Most people carry purses on their dominant side.

This causes the muscles on that side to develop more, causing one shoulder to be higher than the other. This asymmetric load can cause the opposite side of the back to go into spasms to compensate for that weight. The more asymmetric the load, the harder everything below the shoulder has to work.

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Over time, the muscles that go from your shoulder to the base of your neck become tight and stiff, which can cause a decreased curve in the neck known as “military neck.” This can lead to arthritis, making it difficult to turn your head. It also can create headaches.

So how can we make a fashion statement without sacrificing our bodies? The following are some suggestions to fix the damage of heavy handbags.

• Reduce the weight of your purse. The recommendation by the American Chiropractic Association is that bags should weigh no more than five percent of your body weight. But the contents of the purse are only part of the problem. You also need to look at the purse itself. Big zippers, studs and the fabric of the purse can add extra weight.

• Look for purses with wider straps. A wider strap is better, because it distributes the weight of the bag over a wider area.

• Choose a bag with alternative strap options.

Two examples of this are longer straps that cross the body for better weight distribution, or one with handles you can hold in your hand.

• Choose a bag that is right for your body. If the handles are too short it will affect the way your arms swing, and if it is too long it will affect the way your hips swing when you walk.

• Pay attention to your footwear. The combination of high heels and heavy purses is not a positive one. The heels cause your pelvis to tilt forward which can create back pain. When you add a heavy purse, you magnify the possibility for chronic pain and potential injury.

• Get regular exercise, especially things like stretching, yoga, pilates and light weights. This will make sure the neck and shoulders stay loose, balanced and toned.

• Consider switching to a smaller purse. Don’t let fashion control you! Even though you want to create a certain look, it is important to think how that look will affect your health.

• Ask your doctor if he/she gives ergonomic advice. If your doctor is not well versed in ergonomics and you need more direction, Dr. Hufnagle has the education and expertise to help you.

If you would like Dr. Hufnagle to evaluate your purse or purses, please call us for a free evaluation at Agape Chiropractic & Massage Center, at 847-356-9696.

Dr. Kathleen Hufnagle and staff at Agape Chiropractic & Massage Center in Lake Villa have been committed to helping clients 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 847356-9696.

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Head’s Up! Motorcycle helmets save lives Beautiful, crisp fall days on the horizon mean long motorcycle rides on hilly country roads enticing motorcycle riders to feel the wind in their hair. Correction, for a safe ride, that should be wind on their helmet.

A report from the National Transportation and Safety Board found that helmets saved 1,829 motorcyclists’ lives in 2008, and that 823 more could have been saved if all motorcyclists had worn helmets. Currently, 19 states and the District of Columbia have laws requiring all motorcyclists to wear a helmet, but there is no motorcycle helmet use law in three states, including Illinois.

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the professional society representing the medical specialists who often treat these types of injuries, shared a formal position statement strongly supporting universal helmet laws. Their statement says that “AAOS believes a significant reduction in fatalities and head injuries could be affected through the implementation of laws mandating the use of helmets by all motorcycle and bicycle drivers and passengers.”

According to a recent CDC study, in 2010, the 4,502 motorcyclists (operators and passengers) killed in motorcycle crashes made up 14 percent of all road traffic deaths, yet motorcycles accounted for less than 1 percent of all vehicle miles traveled.

Additional CDC data reports that: • Twelve percent of motorcyclists in states with universal helmet laws were not wearing helmets.

• In comparison, 64 percent of riders were not wearing helmets in states with partial helmet laws.

• Seventy-nine percent of riders were not wearing helmets in states with no helmet laws.

According to Dr. Priyesh Patel, an orthopedic surgeon on staff at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, wearing a helmet does, in fact, save lives.

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Off To A Good Start Healthy behaviors impact child obesity

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ating right and getting the proper amount of physical activity in a day can be hard. Most of us work a 9-5 day with little down time between sleep and awake. But according to the latest health study results, our unhealthy habits may be failing our children.

As reported by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Illinois obesity rates are higher than the national average. Currently, Illinois is the 14th most obese state in the United States for children ages 2-18.

There’s good news for Lake County. According to the Roadmaps to Health Action Center rankings of Illinois state counties, Lake County is listed in the top 10 healthiest counties out of 100 in 2014, a ranking determined by and collected from emotional, mental, and physical wellness data studies conducted in the county. But there’s still room to improve.

According to the state health department, talking to your children about the importance of health, educating them on nutrition, portion sizes, and good eating routines is crucial. Moreover, starting a diet early is best because as they grow up they will have a strong foundation that they can continue into adulthood.

One thing to do is use tools and guides online to help you in your home. MyPlate is the new food pyramid icon of this generation. Released by First Lady Michelle Obama and USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, lakecountymagazine.com

this visual “plate” grid functions as a perfect guide to healthy eating and most importantly, portion control.

It also opens up conversation about nutritional information and the implementation of meal plans for the family. For more information please visit their website at www. choosemyplate.gov.

teach residents about management and prevention of chronic diseases associated with obesity. “The Children’s Obesity Fund was a grant we sought after to continue our Pound Patrol classes into the summer,” says Gibson-Dyse. “Pound Patrol is our weight-loss/weight management class and is based on the same premise as Weight Watchers with all the support, accountability, and education, but with more emphasis on education.”

More than 675 schools in the state have joined the alliance school health programs in the fight to stave off childhood obesity. Organizations and sponsors are helping schools meet their wellness goals as well.

The Lake County Health department also helps residents by sponsoring obesity prevention fairs as well as providing an Obesity Prevention Online Resource center where any and all information is available with the click of a button, such as a list of healthy recipes put together by dietician Toby Smithson, exercise plans and work out videos approved for maximum results, as well as information on local initiatives like Walk with Docs, a walk through the Lake county forest preserve with professional physicians who can provide tailored support for your wellness goals. Visit their website at //health. lakecounty.gov and click the obesity prevention link under the home page community tab to learn more.

CATCH, an evidenced based program designed to standardize physical activity and nutrition education in the school setting, has been successfully implemented by Advocate Good Shepherd and Advocate Condell Hospitals in several schools in Barrington and Libertyville. “Our program has proven itself the most cost-effective means of combating childhood obesity, and now serves children of all ages ranging from early childhood through middle school. A CATCH training can endow teachers with techniques to better master any number of tools to improve child health,” says Katie Stone, Marketing associate for CATCH global foundation.

Another organization, The Children’s Obesity Fund, is helping the Lake County Family First Center by funding their Pound Patrol Program. According to Cynthia Gibson-Dyse, director of the Family First Center, Pound Patrol is a sub-program of their Wellness for Life program which uses community health workers to FAMILY IN FOCUS

Senior Dietitian and Nutrition Education Coordinator for the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center, Demetrius Willis, says, “Health is modeled and passed down from generation to generation. Contrary to popular belief children learn healthy habits, not from doctors, dietitians or teachers, they learn it from their parents. Therefore the change in obesity rates has to come from you, parents, and making health a family affair.”

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For the last 35 years, Lou Zale’s work has been primarily collage and mixed-media on paper, magic realism and visual story telling.

In looking at his portfolios, most of his pieces are hand-colored or sepia toned with oil-based media to evoke nostalgia.

“Anthropomorphism, misplaced objects, and distortions of scale can add whimsy to a piece. A good portion of what I do involves

photography but may include drawing, hand coloring portions of an image, or miniature set design. For many years I used my children as models but they are not cute anymore and I have an endless list of parents who want their children in my work. I sell my work at art fairs and through my studio.”

Visit Lou’s Website at //louzale.com/home.html

To submit an entry to Artist Showcase, email artwork, title of piece, name and village of residence of artist, a two- to three - sentence description of the piece, short bio and artist photo to LakeCountyMagazine@shawmedia.com, subject head “Local Artist Submission.”

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Entertainment provided by Barrington Suzuki Strings and “Let’s Dance!” a swing band from Huntley kept the crowd dancing all evening long. Photos provided.

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Oct. 12 — Highland Park’s Spooktacular, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at Sunset Woods Park, 1801 Sunset Road Get into the ghostly spirit and take a stroll down the haunted path, play some ghoulish games in the glow-in-thedark game tent and enjoy the many spooky attractions for a great ex-fear-ience. Satisfy that ghostly appetite with some food from food trucks and be sure to wear a costume.

Oct. 17 — Hallowscream Party, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Viking Park Community Center, 4374 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee Children ages 4-8 are welcome to come out for a great night of Halloween fun. Enjoy crafts, games and a howling hayride (weather permitting). “Twisted Treats” will be served. Don’t forget to wear a costume; best costume wins a prize! This is a drop off program and does not include dinner. Cost is $9 for residents and $11 for non-residents.

Oct. 17 — Hayrides at the Park III, 5:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m., 6 p.m.-7:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m.-8 p.m. at Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington Take an old-fashioned hayride through Citizens Park and enjoy hot cocoa, cider and s’mores by the fireplace when you return. Fee $8 in district and $10 out of district. Preregistration required Oct. 17 & Oct. 18 — 9th Annual Lambs Farm Barn Burner BBQ, at Lambs Farm 14245 W Rockland Rd Libertyville Lambs Farm is cooking low and slow at this Kansas City

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Barbecue Association-sanctioned event. Teams compete for Grand Champion title and the chance to compete at national events. Free to observe — come ask the competitors BBQ questions!

Oct. 17 & Oct. 18 — Lake Bluff’s Annual Pumpkin Fest & Chase, Friday: 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Saturday: 8am at Lake Bluff East School 31 E. Sheridan Place The festivities kick off Friday evening at the Lake Bluff Middle School Gym where race packets can be picked up and get a pre-race dinner for a nominal fee. There will be games and a Haunted Forest across the street in Artesian Park. The next morning is the 5K at 8 am and the Fun Run @ 9:15 am with awards after each race. Stick around for the Pumpkin Fest which begins right after at the Middle School adjacent to the start/finish line. The Fest includes games, crafts, baked goods, etc.

Oct. 18 — 35 Years of Alien at the Volo Auto Museum, at Volo Auto Museum 27582 Volo Village Road Members from the sketch comedy/horror host TV Show World of the Weird Monster Show as well as members from the Colonial Marines Costuming group Alien Legacy: Chicago Battallion will be appearing as some favorite Alien/ Aliens characters! Also enjoy free hayrides and kid’s maze with admission price.

Oct. 18 — Antioch’s Fall Fest, Saturday at Williams E. Brook Entertainment Center 902 Skidmore This is the biggest fall celebration in Antioch, which is a fun family event featuring live music and activities for all to enjoy! The Fall Fest features traditional events like the Wiener (Dachshund) races, Baggo Tournment, and the Pumpkin Roll.

Oct. 18 — Pumpkin Fest in Libertyville, 10 a.m. 2 p.m. at Cook Park Lots of fun activities and entertainment in Cook Park, as well as at many Milwaukee Avenue shops. Bring a can of food for the local food pantry, and get a pumpkin, provided by the Rotary. A highlight of this event is Touch the Trucks, presented by Cook Memorial Library.

Oct. 17 - Oct. 19 — The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival, Friday: 4 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m.9 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.8 p.m. at Highwood’s City Park at Highwood City Hall 17 Highwood Ave. The festival will be packed with daily events, vendors, live music, hay rides, pony rides, pumpkin carving, pumpkin displays, nightly pumpkin lightings, a parade, 5K/10K Pumpkin run and much more.

Oct. 19 — Oak Ridge Boys at the Genesee Theatre, 7 p.m. at Genesee Theatre 203 N. Genesee St. Waukegan The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a Number One Pop smash, earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades.

Oct. 22 — Small Discoveries: A Happy Halloween, 10 a.m.-11am at Lake County Discovery Museum 27277 N. Forest Preserve Rd. Wauconda Small discoveries add up to big fun for your little ones ages 2-5! Join us select Wednesdays each month as we explore a variety of topics through stories, hands-on activities, pretend play and simple crafts. A great opportunity to learn, make new friends, and get to know other families. Celebrate Halloween traditions with stories, games and a variety of spooktacular activities. Costumes encouraged!

Oct. 23 — 7th Annual Pumpkin Fest, 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. at Central Park Aquatic Ball Fields, 250 Library Lane Join the Grayslake Park District for the 7th Annual Pumpkin Fest! Kid’s games, activities, inflatable fun-zone, Halloween crafts, Trick or Treat Path, hay rides (weather permitting), storytelling and a family scavenger hunt are featured. $8 per child pre-registered or $12 per child at the door. For more information, please call or visit the website.

Oct. 24 — Masters of Illusion: Believe the Impossible, p.m. at Genesee Theatre 203 N. Genesee St. See modern magicians demonstrate their perplexing and astonishing skills with performances that include interactive OUT & ABOUT

magic tricks, large-scale illusions and boisterous comedy routines. Tickets range from $35 to $55 Oct. 24 & Oct. 25 — Deerfield’s Halloween Hoopla, Friday: 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday: 3 p.m.-6 p.m. & 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at Jewett Park / Community Center 836 Jewett Park Drive Enjoy haunted houses, inflatable games, face painting, bonfire, outdoor movie in the park, DJ and more. A fee applies only to Haunted House entry. On Saturday, from 3-6:00 p.m., outdoor inflatable rides, hayride, indoor and outdoor games, “Lights-On” Haunted House, Balloon Twisters, Costumed Characters, Carnival Games, Art Room and Face Painters. For the children’s afternoon activities, a wrist band is required to be purchased for each child participating. Food and beverages are available for purchase during all Halloween Hoopla hours.

Oct. 25 — 3rd Annual Chicks, Cars and Cupcakes, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at Gurnee Mills 6170 W. Grand Ave. Ladies only are invited to attend this upscale, fun-filled event to learn about all aspects of the retail automotive market, along with a little bit of fashion, raffles, swag bags and more! From a panel of female automotive experts, learn about navigating the dealership, getting the best financial deal, tire and care maintenance, collision repair and keeping the car insurance rates down! Seats are limited to make reservations today.

October 25 & October 26 — Chicago Botanic Garden’s Hallowfest, Saturday: 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m., Sunday: 4 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe Celebrate Halloween at the Garden! Take either the friendly or spooky path to activities in the Regenstein Center and McGinley Pavilion. Experience family-friendly thrills and chills this year including Mysterious Magic with Dracula and a live show and tell of creepy, crawly creatures. Then get in the Halloween spirit with face-painting festivities! As night falls, walk through the Model Railroad Garden, decorated in ghostly lights and running special ghost trains; then take a ride around the Garden on the Howlin’ Express. Tickets before 10/24 are $14/$19 (member/nom-member) and $17/$22 on or after 10/25.

October 26 — CLC’a Fall Choral Concert, Sunday: 4 p.m. at James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 Washington St. Grayslake Enjoy music by all four CLC vocal ensembles, Choir of Lake County, CLC Singers, Chamber Singers and Gospel Choir.

Enjoy beautiful choral works from a variety of genres. Due to the quiet nature of many songs, the choral program is not appropriate for children under the age of 3.

October 28 — Libertyville’s Annual HalloweenFest, Tuesday: 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Libertyville Sports Complex, 1950 N. Highway 45 Libertyville Save the date for the 5th Annual HalloweenFest. A fun event for kids ages 10 and under. Parents and grandparents are free. Wear a costume as the annual Halloween event is full of family fun with games, activities, an indoor train ride, an outdoor hayride and more. Please visit the website for more information. Pre-register and save $3 for a admission cost of $5.

October 31 — 9th Annual Ray Bradbury Storytelling Festival, Friday: 10:30am, 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m. at Genesee Theatre 203 N. Genesee St. Waukegan Celebrate Ray Bradbury’s favorite holiday with some of the most recognized ghost stories, macabre fables, and creepy tales told on the Genesee Theatre stage. This award-winning festival presents a frightful family friendly first act for all ages at 6:30 p.m. and a spooky second act recommended for listeners age 12 and older at 8 p.m.. Tickets are $25 for both acts, or guests can purchase reduced tickets for one act only. There will also be a 10:30am matinee for students.

October 31 — Zion Park District’s Halloween Party, Friday: 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. at Zion Park District Leisure Center 25th Street Zion Join in the fun at Zion’s Halloween Party. There will be a variety of fun fair games with candy and toy prizes, face painting, a hayride and a bouncing chamber. Wear a costume for the costume contest. lakecountymagazine.com

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