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The benefits of donating your time, money or talents. page 12

PUT THE YOU IN YOUTH Local programs strive to help Lake County’s younger people. page 10

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Lifelong Bonds Area animal-related non-profits unite people and animals, create lasting results.

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Dr. Stephen Rivard (left) and Claudia Linda (right) at IVS’ offices

“I knew I had spider veins, but had no idea I had underlying vein disease, too.”

Claudia Linda, well-known North Shore Spanish teacher, came to Illinois Vein Specialists after several years of intending to have her spider veins examined. In her mind it was strictly a cosmetic issue that she’d eventually get around to improving.

She was actually a bit surprised when Dr. Rivard and his team at Illinois Vein Specialists insisted on a thorough exam of both legs including specialized ultrasonography by IVS’ certified technicians.

What she didn’t know is that spider veins in the legs are frequently associated with underlying venous hypertension. Dr. Rivard points out: “High pressure in the veins inside the legs is caused when the vein valves break and the flow of blood falls backwards. This pressure forces its way to the surface veins distending the small capillaries causing the appearance of spider veins. This typically occurs below the knees and especially at the ankles.”

Other factors in the development of spider veins include: Age: The development of spider veins can occur at any time, but usually peaks in late middle age.

Gender: Women are four times more likely to have spider veins than men.

Pregnancy: Hormones are thought to weaken vein walls and this is coupled with increased blood volume during pregnancy that tends to distend veins.

Lifestyle/Occupation: Daily activities requiring pro-longed sitting or standing are also implicated in the development of spider veins.

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BUT HERE’S WHERE THE STORY GETS INTERESTING She actually had symptoms of underlying vein disease for several years, but never recognized them.

They were a bit vague, occurred intermittently and then disappeared, and never really triggered the medical alarm bell we all have in our heads.

For example, every once in a while Claudia’s right leg had a dull ache without a seeming explanation, but then it would go away. And now and then she would suffer from restless leg syndrome in the same right leg for a couple of nights and then it would disappear. And this went off and on for years. There just didn’t seem to be anything to tell a doctor about.

tension, whether painful or not, whether visible or not, cannot be ignored any more than arterial hypertension (usually called high blood pressure) can be ignored. Vein disease will only get worse if left untreated and will also interfere with wound healing, congestive heart disease and other medical conditions.

Illinois Vein Specialists opened in 2009 and has a staff of a dozen—physicians, registered nurses, medical technicians, ultrasound specialists and administrative personnel. Since then they have helped thousands of patients. “One of the things I like the best about specializing in vein disease is the opportunity to meet wonderful people like Claudia Linda; being able to help them is the reason I get up in the morning.”

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To find out how Illinois Vein Specialists, A Center of Excellence in the Diagnosis and Treatment Dr. Rivard again: “Phlebology, the diagnosis and of Vein Disease™, might be able to help you: call treatment of vein disease, is the newest Board for an appointment at 847-277-9100, stop by Certified medical specialty—recognized only our offices at 22285 Pepper Rd, (suite 105), Lake since 2008. My colleagues and I are discovering Barrington and look at our “brag book” or visit us new aspects to vein disease on a regular basis.” on-line at www.IllinoisVeinSpecialists.com.

The field has rapidly developed to the point where internists and family practice doctors, who received their degrees in the twentieth century, may not fully be aware of the latest thinking. “I’m still A Center of Excellence in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Vein Disease™ surprised when I meet patients who were advised that they should not worry about varicose veins unless they hurt. And I continue to be stunned when I see men with advanced venous hypertenLike us on Facebook, sion and huge, bulging varicose veins, who think or check out our blog at it’s just a cosmetic issue.” blog.IllinoisVeinSpecialists.com/blog-1 Vein disease is real disease. And venous hyper-

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THE SKIN CYCLE Tips on keeping the largest organ of your body, your skin, healthy.

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INSIDE 8 ANIMAL-RELATED NON-PROFITS — Save-A-Pet animal shelter and Walk On Farm bring people and animals together.

10 YOUTH-RELATED NON-PROFITS — Bernie’s Book Bank and Allendale Association strive to address youth access to books as well as life-services.

12 GIVE — Maggie Morales, manager of Community Egagement at the lake County Community Foundation, discusses the power of philanthropy.

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THE SKIN CYCLE — Every 28 days, the largest organ in your body — your skin — replenishes itself. Here’s how to keep it healthy.

18 ARTIST PROFILE — Norman Abplanalp of Gurnee shares his watercolor titled “Chicago Skyline.”

20 SOCIAL LIFE — More than 250 friends of the College of Lake County Foundation came out in support of student scholarships at the annual fundraising gala. Peruse our gallery of photos.

22 CALENDAR OF EVENTS — Check out a variety of local events, courtesy of our own Planit Lake website!

16 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION — Check out pictures from the third annual Women of Distinction Awards luncheon hosted by Lake County Magazine.

DECEMBER holiday edition Don’t miss next month’s edition of Lake County Magazine!

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The season of giving has begun.

November brings Thanksgiving. A time for family and giving thanks for what and who we are fortunate enough to have in our lives.

It’s with that thought in mind that we made this issue of Lake County Magazine our Non-Profit Edition.

There are hundreds of non-profits in Lake County.

Most operate on a very limited budget and rely exclusively on the goodwill of their volunteers.

Since we do not have the space to write about each of these organization’s special and necessary services, we selected two categories of nonprofits and then chose two organizations for each — animal-related non-profits and youth-related non-profits.

was established with the purpose of providing books to children and young adults who may otherwise not have access to them. Books enrich their minds and help enhance their learning potential over time. Finally, we feature Allendale Association which has offered outpatient counseling services, foster care programs, independent living, mentoring services and traditional living programs for troubled youth and their families for the past 100 years. Key services for many of today’s young people.

We’ve also included an article about the power of philanthropy (giving of yourself for a cause). Not only is it a good thing for the community, turns out it’s also a good thing for your health!

We hope you enjoy the magazine this month and maybe take some time to find a cause to which you may We feature, as seen on our cover, Save-A-Pet give your time and shelter in Grayslake, where most furry residents are effort. saved from other shelters and adopted out from this no-kill one. We also highlight Walk On Farm in Barrington .This organization provides equine therapy services for people with disabilities. Lives Allison McCaleb are transformed there.

Then we take a look at Bernie’s Book Bank which

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Nonprofit Animal Organizations Making a Difference in Lake County Save-A-Pet in Grayslake and Walk On Farm in Barrington are improving lives by bringing people and animals together

6 Sally Hubbard plays with one of the dogs available for adoption at Save-A-Pet in Grayslake.

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Creating Lifelong Bonds Save-A-Pet and Walk On Farm improve lives of people and animals

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ave-A-Pet, one of Lake County’s largest no-kill animal rescues, is a safe haven for abandoned, relinquished, neglected, abused and stray dogs and cats. The shelter’s goal is to give each animal a second chance at life, be it placement in a forever home or lifetime love and care at their Grayslake facility.

Relying solely on donations, grants and fundraisers, keeping the doors open is a constant challenge for the non-profit organization, which does not put a limit on the amount of care it provides for an animal.

“Sometimes people find animals and bring them to us. We try to trace them back to their owner if they’re micro-chipped or we will take them in.

We also do human investigations, which we are very proud of, and we pull from kill shelters. We also can take animals from Highland Park Animal Control.”

At any given time, the shelter houses about 70 dogs and 100 to 120 cats.

“We keep a certain amount of cages open because we never know what’s going to come through,” Kennedy says. “It can be overwhelming, but if it is, we can call out to our partner shelters to see if they have room and we’ll do the same for them.”

To date, Save-A-Pet has found homes for over 40,000 dogs and cats, including permanent homes and foster homes.

In addition to a dedicated staff that works around the clock to care for the animals, Save-A-Pet relies on over 300 trained volunteers who do everything from cleaning up cages and walking dogs to helping out at fundraisers and adoption events.

“Our animals come from all over,” says Pat Kennedy, SaveA-Pet’s executive director.

“It’s an amazing structure of people who care so much about these animals that they spend hours here. We have a volunteer initiation each month

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and it’s mostly full. It’s great to see people that interested,” Kennedy says.

The staff and volunteers of Save-A-Pet are gearing up for the holiday season, which is one of the shelter’s busiest times of the year.

Regardless of how many animals are waiting to be adopted, Save-A-Pet adheres to a strict adoption policy, which includes consultation with an adoption counselor and completion of an application. All household members, including household animals, need to meet and interact with the potential adopted dog or cat to make sure it’s a good fit.

“I know it can be a bit crowded (at the holidays) but we still take that time to do the whole process and interaction,” Kennedy says. “If it doesn’t work out, we say bring the dog or cat back. Relinquish it back to us so we can care for it and hopefully find another home.”

Cat adoption fees range from $10 to $125. Dog adoption fees range from $25 to $250.

The most gratifying aspect of working for a nonprofit, says Kennedy, is seeing the excitement on people’s faces when they come to bring their rescue animal home. It’s the same look that staff get knowing their love and care for the animals has helped them find a forever home.

“There’s nothing like that,” Kennedy says.

Save-A-Pet is located at 31664 N. Fairfield Road, in Grayslake. Walk-ins are welcome. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday. The shelter is closed Tuesday. A holiday open house will be held Dec. 5.

To learn more about Save-A-Pet, including information about donating money or supplies, visit SaveAPetIL.org.

WALK ON FARM Located in Barrington, Walk On Farm specializes in equine riding therapy that can improve the quality of life for people with physical, developmental, emotional and social disabilities.

Their clients, ranging in age from 3 to 86, come weekly for therapeutic riding and have a variety of conditions.

“We see a lot of children and adults who have cognitive impairment, some born with it or acquired through illness or injury like head trauma or a stroke. We’ve also seen a huge increase in children and adults who are on the spectrum of autism,” says Mary Illing, Walk On’s president and program director. She also is a licensed occupational therapist, author and lecturer.

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motor and neurological stimulation, according to Walk On. This translates to stronger muscles, better balance and coordination and improved gait. Riding also promotes greater selfconfidence and self-esteem.

“It’s easy to see how someone with a physical impairment could benefit (from horse riding) because it simulates walking,” Illing says.

“Some kids want to be on their stomachs or sitting backwards or sideways. They know what they want in that sensation. They crave that movement.”

having the privilege of being present for lifechanging moments in a client’s life.

6 Two cats play on a scratching tree at Save-A-Pet’s facility in Grayslake.

Horses also have an instinctual capability to read and react to a rider’s emotions and actions.

“Our horses are chosen for their ability to be gentle and kind,” Illing says. “They’re all personalities. They all have something about them that put them here.”

Illing recalls working with a hospice patient who wanted to ride before she passed away. The woman developed a special bond with her horse that touched everyone at Walk On. “The horse understood this was a special case and when she was done riding he would bury his head in her lap, sometimes for a very long time.

The volunteers would say, ‘Did you see that?’”

On the day the woman died, the horse would not come in to eat, as if he knew something was wrong. “There was something special going on between them that defied words. It was a significant connection,” Illing says.

As someone who has worked with non-profits her whole life, Illing says the most challenging aspect is keeping the program funded, even if they’re located in a more affluent community.

5 Save-A-Pet houses between 100 and 120 cats at a time at their facility in Grayslake.

“People assume because we’re in Barrington we’re rolling in money and that’s not true. Our clients come from all over, and when you have a child with a disability, you may be spending thousands a month on their care. It’s broken families. We work very hard to keep our costs down for our participants, but it’s a constant struggle.”

What makes it all worthwhile, Illing says, is

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“I’ve seen kids who were never supposed to walk, walk and who weren’t supposed to talk, talk. I’ve seen adults who’ve acquired their injuries falling off a horse and they ride again.

Money can’t buy that.”

For more information about Walk On’s equine therapy program, and how to donate or volunteer, visit WalkOnFarm.org.

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Putting YOU In YOUTH Lake County may be a great place to live for most people, but there are children and families struggling with basic life necessities around every corner.

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rom something as simple as reading to something as difficult as dealing with mental and disciplinary issues, there are several non-profits in Lake County that have dedicated their services to helping the youth in the area.

Bernie’s Book Bank Bernie’s Book Bank founder and executive director Brian Floriani has come a long way since running golf schools in Lake Tahoe and West Palm Beach.

Floriani launched Bernie’s Book Bank just over five years ago in honor of his father, Dr. Bernard P. Floriani, or “Bernie,” who passed suddenly 10 years ago. Bernie’s parents were both immigrants and raised eight children in a two-bedroom house with no running water. When he was a child, Bernie turned to books, and that practice framed the rest of his life. He eventually went to college, and earned several degrees before earning his doctorate in reading education.

“When he died, a lot of a things started to change for me,” Floriani says. “I started thinking about what I should be doing and who I should be serving.”

Floriani left his golf job and took up teaching at an elementary school in Zion. That was where he realized the need for books in the community.

“I realized I could probably be more impactful outside of the walls of the school, so I really zeroed in on books,” Floriani says. “It’s staggering how

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6 Brian Floriani founded Bernie’s Book Bank just over five years ago as a vehicle to get books into the hands of youth in the area who may not have access to them.

pallets of books. Currently, Bernie’s Book Bank has a staff of 14 with 17 board members and thousands of volunteers.

Donations are accepted daily at their facility, as well as several locations throughout Lake County.

“I really want us to be an American institution,” Floriani says. “Reading is the most important skill anyone will have, and everyone deserves good quality books from the time they are born. America needs an institution like this.”

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Photo by Eric Decker Photography much the lack of book ownership in this country impacts everyone, and it’s a solvable problem.”

Floriani originally launched the project in his garage, and in the first 12 months, distributed 140,000 books to children in need. Now, Bernie’s Book Bank serves 110,000 children with 12 quality books a year. Floriani expects about two million books to go through his doors this year.

“We have to turn to the people and educate the public about how important what we’re doing is,” Floriani says. “People are very charitable.”

Things have gone so well that Bernie’s Book Bank has expanded to a new location in Lake Bluff, which is seven times the size of the current building.

Many children and teens in Lake County struggle with mental problems, emotional health issues and behavioral concerns and may think that there is nowhere to turn. That’s where the Allendale Association comes in.

For more than 100 years, Allendale has offered outpatient counseling services, foster care programs, independent living, mentoring services and a traditional living program for troubled youth and their families. The main campus of Allendale is located on 100 acres in Lake Villa, which is complete with 100 residential treatment beds. In all, Allendale has a total of 170 licensed beds across four different campuses in Waukegan, Highland Park and Benet Lake, Wis.

Often times, parents themselves call Allendale for help. Other times many children are placed there due to neglect or abuse or because of the foster system.

“Most of the kids we serve have been through the system,” says Mary Shahbazian, president of Allendale. “Through our residential treatment program we help kids figure out what their goals are, what they want and how they will be able to move forward.”

Although Allendale is funded partially through the department of family and children services and state and federal levels, much of their funding comes from local donors.

“We have a really strong group of loyal donors and supporters,” Shahbazian says.

“We also have 120 people from the local community who do a lot of volunteerism with us.”

In addition to the volunteers, Allendale employs over 450 local people.

Allendale also works closely with the Allendale Shelter Club, which raises funds solely for Allendale. Their biggest event of the year is the Allendale Boutique, which takes place in early November at the Lake Forest Club.

“They really help us with capital needs in terms of buildings and renovations, and recently helped fund the technology center here on campus,” Shahbazian says. “We are very appreciative of what we do have.”

For more information on how to get involved with Bernie’s Book Bank or Allendale, visit their respective websites at BerniesBookBank.org and Allendale4Kids.org.

4 Renderings of the new Bernie’s Book Bank facility being constructed in Lake Bluff. Floriani expects about two million books to go through his doors this year.

“The new location will allow us to do three things,” Floriani says. “First, it’ll get us to where we need to be book-wise. Second, it will allow a self-sustainable funding model, and third, it will allow us to become a premier volunteer destination here in Chicago.”

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The Power of

PhilanthRopy

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hilanthropy is sometimes misunderstood simply because it can be associated with the extremely wealthy such as Bill Gates, Oprah, Angelina Jolie and people of similar financial means and publicity.

There are, however, many ways to be philanthropic including donating money, volunteering, or giving gifts that are crucial to non-profit organizations.

“To me, philanthropy means generosity of the human spirit,” says Maggie Morales, manager of Community Engagement at the Lake County Community Foundation which is linked to hundreds of wellmeaning organizations in the area that are dependent on philanthropy. “Being philanthropic is not just about monetary investment. Generosity of one’s time, energy and talent is equally important.”

According to Morales, the mere thought of giving to others makes us happier.

“Research shows generosity to others is linked with a deeper sense of meaning, greater resilience and good physical health.” Imagine that! If you’re feeling glum, thinking about doing something nice for someone else can pull you out of the dumps.

Morales says there is a significant body of research that supports the notion that there are physical and psychological benefits to being philanthropic. Philanthropy contributes to an individual’s sense of self, happiness and fulfillment. It fosters a sense of connectedness to others and one’s community.

“Best of all — being philanthropic is contagious,” Morales says.

website (see FindHelpLakeCounty.org) provides current listings of volunteer opportunities spanning people of all ages and interests.

• Lake County Cares (see LakeCountyCares.org) is another great resource for volunteers. Lake County Cares has been instrumental in connecting several organizations to Lake County non-profits and the results have been tremendous. Playgrounds have been erected, school libraries have been built and several capital improvement projects have been completed.

Research shows generosity to others is linked with a deeper sense of meaning, greater resilience and good physical health.

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES • United Way’s Find Help Lake County website connects individuals with specific items to donate to Lake County nonprofits that need them. Donors can visit: FindHelpLakeCounty.org/index.php/ wishlist to identify nearby agencies in need of specific resources.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• In addition to specific non-profits, Lake County is home to several coalitions • Lake County is home to a dynamic including The Alliance for Human network of non-profit health and human Services (AllianceHSLC.org/volunteer/). service organizations. The community is fortunate to have resources that can directly Coalitions often rely heavily on the capacity of volunteers to advance their connect volunteers with specific projects missions and can serve as wonderful and programs. For example, United Way locations for both short term and long of Lake County’s Find Help Lake County term opportunities.

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FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITIES • Consider making a contribution to The Lake County Community Foundation.

When you give through the foundation, your resources are pooled with others to help tackle the county’s most pressing needs. Giving is easy. Simply visit LakeCountyCF.org/give.

• For those who are interested in making a long term philanthropic investment in Lake County, establishing a donor advised fund is a great option. A donor advised fund enables one’s philanthropy to impact multiple generations. Donors have peace of mind knowing their resources will be stewarded responsibly and according to their intent.

There are hundreds of non-profits in need in Lake County, but it is important to focus on only a few in order to be truly beneficial. Those few organizations you choose should be ones about which you are passionate so that being philanthropic does not become an arduous chore.

“I have found through personal experience that overextending oneself is not beneficial to anyone,” Morales says. “By prioritizing the issues in which I am most passionate, I find I have the energy, willingness and resources to support those causes to the best of my ability — whether it’s serving on a non-profit board, organizing a fundraiser or making a financial contribution.”

The Lake County Community Foundation is a valuable resource to explore philanthropy and how to contribute meaningfully. For example, elder care might be close to your heart. If so, the foundation can discuss ways for you to make a difference in that specific area. Or perhaps you want to demonstrate to your children that helping others is valuable.

The foundation can help direct you to child-appropriate ways to make an impact as well. You, too, can be philanthropic and there are organizations out there to help you.

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The Skin Cycle Every 28 days, the largest organ in your body replenishes itself.

Here’s how to keep it healthy.

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hen we think of skin health, people often think about preventing or minimizing visible aging such as wrinkles, sagging and brown spots.

Advertisements insist that we can do this with expensive creams and extensive multistep morning and nightly regimens. Meredith Nathan, wellness consultant with Believe in Better Health, says skin health has a lot to do with diet and nutrition.

“Your body’s largest organ, the skin, acts as a protective, dynamic interface between you and the environment,” Nathan says. “Roughly 30,000 skin cells are born and another 30,000 die every single day.”

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Skin is a detoxifier, an immunity booster (through Vitamin D production), a natural heating and air conditioning system (through goosebumps and sweat glands), an antibacterial layer, a protecting and insulating cushion for the body, a passageway to the bloodstream and a storehouse of nerve endings signaling pleasure or pain.

“Biologically, the skin is a powerhouse of intricate functions that create balance and health in your body. But emotionally, the skin can often be a source of frustration,” Nathan says. “A measure of age and beauty, it’s the world’s first glimpse into who we are. As we see other people, we’re instinctively attracted to radiant, glowing skin (perhaps because it signals health). And too often when we feel insecure with our own skin, we instinctively shy away from a potentially judging world. Our confidence, sense of beauty, and emotional well-being can rise and fall with the appearance of our skin.” health & wellness

Nathan suggests five primary foods that are helpful for repairing skin from the inside out:

Green Tea

Contains the antioxidant EGCG which fights free radicals, reduces inflammation from the inside out, and may help to prevent skin cancer. Green tea may also help with skin texture, elasticity, and firmness.

Almonds

Packed with Vitamin E and selenium, both of which are important antioxidants for the skin, almonds help neutralize inflammation and damage as well as slow the formation of wrinkles.

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be the result of a

Pomegranates

Stimulate cellular regeneration and renewal at the skin’s deepest layers, protect and prevent collagen breakdown, protect DNA and promote healing.

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During digestion, protein breaks down into amino acids, which speed the regeneration and repair of collagen and skin cells (think eggs, beans, meat).

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Salmon

Avocados

Rich in healthy fats and biotin, which helps prevent dry skin and brittle hair and nails.

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regimen.

Nathan further suggests five other foods that are good for skin health besides repair: Rich in omega 3’s, salmon helps support your skin’s cell membranes which allow nutrients to enter and toxins to exit. Furthermore, the membrane is what allows the cell to hold water. More water in the skin cells equals more hydrated, supple, soft, and youthful-looking skin. These friendly fats also combat inflammation. They also can be found in sardines, mackerel and herring, as well as walnuts, flaxseed, and canola oil.

facial/body acne, eczema, rosacea, dryness, irritation, and a variety of skin concerns. Probiotics are naturally-occurring in fermented foods such as kimchi, kombucha, sauerkraut, kefir, yogurt and some cheeses. Or, to cover your bases, a simple probiotic supplement will do the trick.

Tomatoes

High-carotenoid fruits may slow down cellular damage from free radicals. The phytonutrient lycopene also may help prevent sun damage.

Yogurt

Rich in probiotics — the healthy bacteria — which are an essential part of a balanced micro biome.

Healthy micro biome equals healthy you. Probiotics have a strong anti-inflammatory effect as they bolster the immune system, which can help with

A wide variety of fruits and vegetables that span a rainbow of color will up your antioxidant levels, which protect your skin against harmful free radicals — the rogue molecules trying to steal your electrons. To get the broadest range of antioxidant protection, think color. Every different color of fruit and veggie specializes in protecting you against a different type of free radical, so don’t eat the same thing repeatedly. Many fruits and veggies —especially dark, leafy greens — will provide your skin with flavonoids (phytochemicals) and other vital skin nutrients.

“Beautiful skin should be the result of a healthy diet AND a good skincare regimen,” Nathan says. “Using only one of these approaches is better than none, but truly radiant, gorgeous, glowing skin requires attention from the inside-out just as much as from the outside-in. Truly beautiful skin is more than skin deep.”

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T of WOMEN distinction

he third annual Women of Distinction Awards luncheon was hosted by Lake County Magazine at the end of October. More than 140 attendees gathered together at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Mundelein to honor the 10 winners, nominated by community members, who were chosen because of the their contributions to community, career and cause. Those chosen were Dyllis Braithwaite, Gale Cohen-DeMarco, Tara Devine, Claudia Freeman, Kim Kiesgen, Judy Kotsiopoulos, Nicole Martin, Susan McConnell, Chrissie Newton Mena and Mary Miske. Jamie Maravich, market president of BMO Harris Bank, gave the opening remarks while Corinne Pierog, president and principal of Sustainable Leadership Solutions, gave the keynote address. Sponsors included Caldwell Consulting Group, BMO Harris Bank, Hillcrest Nursing Center, Advanced Laser Clinic & Medspa, Libertyville Florist, Three Sixty Blue Sky Events and Carthage College.

Photos by Michelle LaVigne

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water parks and hotels of Wisconsin Dells. Make this a winter well spent!

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NORMAN ABPLANALP Gurnee “CHICAGO SKYLINE” Watercolor

Norman Abplanalp studied watercolor painting under professor Elizabeth Woodruff at the Univeristy of Illinois. He is a registered architect and design specialist who resumed freelance watercolor painting in 2002 after a 50-year hiatus. He has been active with exhibits since 2008 including pieces at Watercolor Wisconsin at the Wustum Museum of Fine Arts, as well as the Lake Forest Frame Forum. l a k e c o u n t y j o u r n a l . c o m /m a g a z i n e

Are You An Artist?

See your work in the pages of Lake County Magazine!

To submit an entry to Artist Showcase (see page 36), 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.”

OUT to EAT

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with a sweet basil lemon cream sauce with diced pancetta, just one of the many creations that Chef David creates at his wonderful restaurant!

DAVIDS BISTRO 883 Main St., Antioch 847-603-1196 • www.davidsbistro.com After enjoying a stroll through Antioch’s downtown stop by David’s Bistro a contemporary American eatery to fill any appetite. Owner and Chef David Maish offers many spectacular dishes from his homemade soups, appetizers and wonderful entrees including daily specials. David’s Bistro opens at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday-Sunday and stays open until David kicks you out...nicely of course.

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GLMV Women’s Network Group Presents

All TURKEY CARVERS WELCOME...!

Trot on Over! “Turkey Carving 101” Speaker: Chef Charles Gullo, Sunset Foods Table Sponsor: Debbie’s Floral Dessert Sponsor: Chick-Fil-A Vernon Hills

Tuesday, November 10, 2015 | 11:30– 1 pm MARSH ROAD IN WINTER

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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White Deer Run Golf Club 250 W. Greggs Parkway, Vernon Hills Cost: $25 Members Advance / $30 non members & at door (includes registration, networking, buffet luncheon…all in a beautiful country club setting) RSVP www.glmvchamber.org 847-680-0750 info@glmvchamber.org

Visit www.glmvchamber.org for details and full calendar of events

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CLC FOUNDATION GALA

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More than 250 friends of the College of Lake County Foundation came out to support student scholarships at the Funding the Future, Black and White Ball, held at the renowned Drake Hotel in downtown Chicago.

The event’s diamond sponsor was Wintrust. More than $145,000 was raised in net proceeds, making this gala a record-setting event. In 2015, the Foundation provided $911,078 in scholarships and grants to support CLC students. To learn more about the Foundation, visit CLCIllinois. edu/foundation.

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BUSINESS & CIVIC

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• Deluxe private suites and semi private suites complete with large flat screen cable TVs, in-room phones, and home like ambiance • 24 hr. acute and transitional care • Premier concierge services • Private family dining room • Master Library w/cozy fireplace, and custom made computer workstations for our residents personal or work related needs.

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November 7: Pumpkin Launch, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Century Park Sled Hill, 1001 Lakeview Pkwy., Vernon Hills Get ready to roll, launch and smash some pumpkins hosted by the Vernon Hills Park District. Cost is $4 per pumpkin; free for spectators. Visit VHParkDistrict.org for more information.

NOVEMBER events in LAKE County Through November 15: “Shrek the Musical,” PM&L Theatre, 877 N. Main Street, Antioch Join the entire gang of fairytale misfits for this musical comedy based on the film. Performances are at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $15 for children and seniors and $18 for adults. Visit PMLTheatre.com for tickets and more information.

Through December 31: “Elf,” Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire Join Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City to find his father and spread holiday cheer. Tickets start at $50. MarriottTheatre.com for tickets and more details.

November 7,: DiCarlo’s Fall Wine, Food & Craft Beer Festival, Noon - 4 p.m., DoubleTree by Hilton, 510 E. Route 83, Mundelein Hundreds of wines, craft beers and fare by local restaurants will be showcased. Cost is $35 per person at the door. For complete details, visit DiCarloFineWine.com.

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November 11: Brian Wilson with Special Guest Al Jardine, 7:30 p.m., Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan Enjoy this evening of music that includes material from Wilson’s new solo album and a selection of Beach Boys’ classics. Tickets start at $43, available at GeneseeTheatre. com.

November 14: Turkey Trot 2015, 10 a.m., Belvidere Park, 412 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan Run, trot or gobble your way to win a turkey. Registration is two cans of non-perishable food items and starts at 9 a.m.

Races are organized by gender and age. Anyone can race but only Waukegan Park District residents are eligible to win a turkey. WaukeganParks.org for complete details.

November 16 - 18: ARTcetera’s Fall Sale, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Robert T. Wright Community Gallery at College of Lake County, 19351 Washington St., Grayslake Works by artists from Lake County and the surrounding area are offered for sale in a variety of mediums. Discounts available. For more information, visit Gallery.CLCIllinois.edu.

November 21 & 22: Lake County Model Railroad Club Open House, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Lake County Model Railroad Club, 107 S. Main St., Wauconda View the club’s HO scale permanent operating railroad, using the latest digital technology. There is also a scavenger hunt for kids. Go to LCMRR.org for more details.

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November 22: Thanksgiving for Nature Scavenger Hunt, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Half Day Forest Preseve, 24255 N. Highway 21, Vernon Hills Enjoy an afternoon discovering nature during this self-paced activity along a designated trail, followed by a bonfire.

Advance registration recommended; dress appropriately for the weather. Admission is $2 per person. To register, visit LCFPD.org.

November 22: Jazz Ensembles Concert, 4 p.m., James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 Washington St., Grayslake Musicians from the Monday and Tuesday Night Jazz Ensembles perform both big band jazz classics and contemporary pieces. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and children under 18 are free. Visit JLC.CLCIllinois. edu for complete information.

November 27: Grayslake Tree Lighting Festival & Holiday Market, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., Center Street and Whitney Street, Grayslake Kick off the holidays with the tree lighting, sleigh rides, Santa and more. For more information and times, go to GrayslakeChamber.com.

November 27: Annual Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting and Santa’s Enchanted Village, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Main Street, Antioch Welcome the holidays with this annual old-fashioned parade, visit from Santa and tree lighting. Parade starts on Main Street between Park Avenue and Depot Street and concludes at the Village Hall. Cookies, hot chocolate and caroling are a part of the tree lighting. AntiochChamber.org for more details. * All event times are subject to change and/or weather.

Please verify individual events prior to attending.

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HILLCREST NURSING CENTER IS PROUD TO BE A SPONSOR OF THE 3RD ANNUAL WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS

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