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LEISURE & Recreation

JULY 2015

FUN ON THE LAKES

Activities abound at Lake County park districts page 6

GREAT GARDENING

Tips about plants, flowers and lawns during the summer page 26

Listen To It Live Check out free music concerts all across Lake County page 8

FOOD WITH A VIEW

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I’ve always considered July the heart of the summer.

hot weeks? Is there something special I should do to care for my hair and skin in this hot weather?

July will speed past us faster than we’d like.

Teachers as well as myself see the Fourth of July essentially as the end of summer because it breezes by so quickly after that.

A full month with no school, no “required”sports activities for the kids and many week-long absences of co-workers.

Please take the time this year to explore the many fun activities we have laid out for you to make this You can tell that everyone is trying to make the the most fun-packed summer you can have. We’ve most of this wonderful weather, absorbing the sun all earned it, and there is so much out there to do. as well as the family time.

I know I am grateful to live in a county so ripe with It therefore seems fitting that our July issue is summer fun! devoted to Leisure and Recreation in Lake County.

on the

COVER FUN, FUN, FUN! John Christensen of the Dang-Its performs on stand-up bass at Independence Grove Forest Preserve’s Events in the Plaza series in Libertyville. Read about more fun live music in Lake County. Starting on page 8.

COVER PHOTO BY: Bill Oakes

We have stuff do to on the numerous lakes we are fortunate enough to have, live music we can listen to for free at our various park districts, boating and bar fun at the newly-remodeled Blarney Island, great places to eat al fresco, and more.

July isn’t dull in Lake County!

While there is much fun to be had, there are still practical matters that must be attended to as well. For example, how do I keep my flowers, vegetables and lawn looking great during these

INSIDE LEISURE & RECREATION 6 LAKESIDE FUN — Summer is here which means warm weather and more time with friends and family. Hit one of the many park districts in the county for some fun.

FASHION & BEAUTY 22 HAIR CARE — How to keep those locks luxurious despite the weather.

HOME & LIFESTYLE

26 GREAT GARDENING —Tips on how to keep your yard, flowers and garden happy 8 OH, THOSE SUMMER NIGHTS — Get out through the fall. and enjoy the many opportunities for free live music in parks all across Lake County.

BUSINESS & CIVIC 10 IT’S FIVE O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE — Blarney Island offers a taste of Key West right here in the Midwest.

28 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION — Alicia Dodd brings the art of farming produce to Mundelein community.

FAMILY IN FOCUS

OUT & ABOUT

16 DISNEY OR D.C.? Family columnist Michelle Stien explains which vacation destination her children preferred and why.

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

DINING & ENTERTAINING 20 FOOD WITH A VIEW — Enjoy summer by dining al fresco at restaurants around the county.

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26 GREAT GARDENING Tips on how to keep your yard, flowers and garden happy through the fall.

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At Local Park Districts 3The Vernon Hills Park District’s Family Aquatic Center has water activities for all ages.

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By STEPHANIE KOHL

Summer is here, which means warm weather and more time with friends and family.

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ith area park districts offering such a wide variety of programming, special events and facilities, residents do not have to go far to find entertainment.

When heat and humidity hit, nothing beats a dip in the water. The Lake Bluff Park District Blair Park Pool, 355 W. Washington St., is an Olympic-size heated pool.

“It is unique because it’s a 50 meter pool. That allows a lot of people to have their own space to play,” says Jeff Spillman, communications and promotions services manager. The pool always has lap lanes open, as well as specific adult lap time, he says.

fields, basketball courts and pool. The park district offers early bird and stay and play camp options, which means kids can be at the park district from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m.

“It’s very helpful for working parents,” Spillman says.

For those in the Vernon Hills area, the Vernon Hills Park District’s Family Aquatic Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, offers a zero-depth leisure pool with lap lanes; another zero-depth leisure pool with water falls, sprays and jets; a 700-foot long lazy river; a body slide; a body and inner tube slide; a fully-enclosed body flume; sand play area; 20-foot shade umbrellas; lounge chairs; and concessions.

6Sunrise Park Beach is part of the Lake Bluff Park District.

The pool also features a high and low dive, as well as flotation devices and noodles for kids. Sundays at the pool are float days and several theme days are scheduled throughout the summer.

For those looking to build a sand castle and go swimming, look no further than Sunrise Park and Beach, 455 Sunrise Ave. “It’s a very relaxing environment,” Spillman says. “It’s a small, secluded beach.”

“It’s a great value and it serves just about everybody from the little kids to the older kids and the parents,” says Tom Ritter, superintendent of recreation.

Summer camps are also popular, with more than 1,000 kids in the Vernon Hills area enrolled annually.

Day camps are offered in four-week sessions and are open to those from 3 years old to middle school.

Activities include field trips, visits to the Family The Lake Bluff Park District also offers a variety of Aquatic Center, crafts, sports, scavenger hunts and summer camps for children of all ages. The Elite Camp organized play. Extended care also is offered, which is a day camp that includes use of the park district’s means kids can be at the park district from 6 a.m. golf course, paddle tennis, regular tennis, soccer until 6 p.m.

The park provides a play area near the beach, a dog beach, two shelters with fireplaces, complimentary games and beach chairs and kayak rentals.

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The next sessions of camps start July 13 and fill up fast. Bus services are offered with several camps.

The Vernon Hills Park District also is home to several special events throughout the summer, with the largest being Rib Fest on Aug. 21 and Aug. 22 in Century Park, 1001 Lakeview Parkway. In addition to rib, corn and beer vendors, the entertainment line-up includes Brother John Kattke, Billy Branch, Joanna Connor, The Red, White and Blues Band and Lil Ed and the Blues Imperial. Find more at LittleBearRibFest. com.

The Waukegan Park District’s Howard E. Ganster Pool in Belvidere Park, 416 S. Lewis Ave., offers a children’s wading pool, multi-level diving boards and lots of water-based fun. SwimSmart lessons also are offered at the pool and are open to infants through adults.

Arts Park has become a popular park district event.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the Cultural Arts van will be at different parks throughout the Waukegan Park District. The van will arrive at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. and will bring a project to your neighborhood. In the event of rain, Arts Park is cancelled. On Tuesday evenings, visit Arts Park at 7 p.m. through Aug. 4 at the Stiner Pavilion for the Waukegan Band Foundation Concerts.

A complete schedule of Arts Park visits can be found in the Waukegan Park District summer brochure, available for download at WaukeganParks.org.

The free Movies in the Park events also bring people out to the parks. A movie will be shown in Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, on three nights throughout the summer. Shows begin at dusk.

Popcorn and beverages are available for purchase.

Bring your own chairs and blankets. “Frozen Singa-Long” is slated for July 31, “The Lego Movie” for Aug. 7 and “Night at the Museum” on Aug. 14. The International Children’s Film Festival is also scheduled for 7 p.m. Aug. 21 at the Jack Benny Center, 39 Jack Benny Drive. l a k e c o u n t y j o u r n a l s . c o m /m a g a z i n e

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Oh, Those Summer Nights Get out and enjoy the many opportunities for free live music in parks all across Lake County.

By ALLISON HORNE

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orget paying a pretty penny for fun under the sun this summer — Lake County has a slew of familyfriendly concerts and events that won’t break the bank.

Lindenhurst, Hawthorn Woods and Antioch all are bringing back their classic summer concerts this year, which are free and open

5 Tom Waselchuk and Jami Lampkins of The Dang-Its perform in front of the crowd at Independence Grove.

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Concert-goers perch on top of the hill at Independence Grove to watch the crowd and listen to the The Dang-Its at the first Independence Grove Forest Preserve’s Events in the Plaza series in Libertyville.

Photos by Bill Oakes

to the public. Families are welcome to bring for no charge at all, and they can just enjoy their own picnic, lawn chairs and blankets music in the park.” and kick back and enjoy some summer tunes. July’s slate features the CTA Band (a Chicago LINDENHURST CONCERTS cover band), the Neverly Brothers, an Elvis and Beatles cover band, Billy Elton (a Billy IN THE PARK Joel and Elton John cover band) and a For big sound in a cozy hometown venue, tentative show by the Great Lakes Navy Lindenhurst’s Concerts in the Park on Band.

Wednesday evenings are a great option for families with children of all ages.

“It’s just a good free family event,” says July’s shows will take place at the newly-renovated Parkman Pavilion at Engle Memorial Park, which features special seating built into the hill, concessions and much more.

The bonus: There’s a skate park onsite for kids to explore if the music isn’t really their thing.

Kathy Kohler, special events and marketing coordinator at the Lindenhurst Park District.

“I think our concerts are special because we are not a huge park district and our concerts are smaller and more intimate than others.”

“One of the greatest things about these concerts is that they’re free to the community,” says Lindenhurst Park District executive director Dave Mohr Jr. “We offer these to families

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The Lindenhurst Concerts in the Park take place every Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. through July 29 at Engle Memorial Park (2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst).

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of Alex and the Allstars playing pop, Stateline “We prefer to have bands with a country twist, Kaleidoscope Eyes with a connection to playing Beatles music, and more.

Hawthorn Woods,” says Hawthorn Woods “It’s free,” says Toni Galster, village of Recreation and Public Antioch Parks Department administrative Information Manager assistant and festival organizer. “That’s the biggest thing. Everyone just seems to love the Amy Scholz. “[Either as] a resident, former resident concerts.” or someone who owns a Before each concert on Thursday there also business in town.” will be a farmer’s market, which will feature The summer-long event everything from local produce to wooden features some of the crafts. hottest sounds, including “We’re definitely mixing it up this year,” classic rock, blues, Galster says. “There will be beautiful wooden Latin/Spanish, classical, crafts, a man that etches on glass and granite, country, acoustic and and plenty of beautiful stuff.” more. Some of the artists featured this year are On Aug. 6, Antioch also will host a classic Mike David, The Blues car show in conjunction with the weekly Mavericks, Shelter Dogs, concert, featuring the Blooze Brothers.

Déjà Vu, Ramon Salgado, Cash prizes will be awarded for first place in Alex and the Allstars, and both the Classic Division and the Custom others.

Division, and the competition is open to all residents. All entry forms must be received by In addition to the Thursday, July 23. regularly scheduled concerts, this year, The concerts are every Thursday from Hawthorn Woods will 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the William E. Brook Memorial Entertainment Center (902 Skidmore introduce four Car Show Drive, Antioch) through Aug. 13. The farmer’s Cruise Nights throughout market is before every concert from the summer that will run 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 845 Main St. in conjunction with the concerts. The cars will be HAWTHORN WOODS on display starting at Hawthorn Woods is ramping up to host 5 p.m. at Community another epic concert series this summer in Park on July 17, Aug. 14, the park, and they’re keeping close to their and Sept. 11. roots for this round.

“These events are wellrounded for all ages of the community to 6 Claire Rehmer, 4, of Libertyville took come together in their to the front of the plaza and danced hometown and enjoy a along with The Dang-Its. wonderful night in their park,” Scholz says. “All of our concerts are free for everyone to attend.

6 John Christensen of Lesser Lakes Trio performs on stand-up bass with The Dang-Its.

“These events are a great way to end your week and start your weekend right here [at home].”

The Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park are held every Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. through Sept. 11 at the Hawthorn Community Park (42 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods).

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5 Tom Waselchuk and Jami Lampkins of The Dang-Its perform in front of the crowd at Independence Grove.

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Blarney Island Offers a Taste of Key West in the Midwest Families and partygoers alike enjoy a little piece of island paradise on Grass Lake

By KELSEY O’CONNOR

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larney Island is only a short boat ride offshore, but it feels like “a mile away from reality” for visitors to Grass Lake. The island, a fixture off the coast of Antioch for more than a century, features live music, specialty drinks, festivals and more all in a beach-like atmosphere. “We’ve been called the

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Key West of the Midwest,” says owner and operator Rob Hardman. “We’ve got palm trees out on the island and it’s decorated similar to places you’ll see down in the Keys.”

Hardman bought Blarney Island in 2003 and quickly began overhauling the space.

Recent additions include a totally remodeled kitchen and a new indoor bar. The indoor area allows patrons a refuge when the weather takes a turn. “There’s a lot more under cover where you can be protected from the elements and still enjoy a great day of music and frivolity without worrying as much about the weather,” says Hardman.

Hardman’s renovations also included driving steel pylons down into the bedrock of the lake to create a sturdier, more permanent foundation. Previously, the structure had been supported by pier posts and telephone poles as the land below it eroded away. The LEISURE & RECREATION

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new foundation was created using the same process to build many iconic Chicago buildings. But at Blarney Island “it’s all on top of a wooden deck, maintaining that wooden shanty look, with the modern structural soundness of a sky scraper,” says Hardman.

the island offers parking for about 300 private boats. There also is a shuttle service that runs to the island from the Port of Blarney. Visitors can grab a seat on one of the two 40-passenger ferrys for an $8 round trip.

Voted the greatest boating bar in the world by “Extreme Boats Magazine,”

Once patrons get their sea legs, they can enjoy live music every Friday

through Sunday. “We are sort of infamous for the fact that we have some of the best live entertainment in the Midwest,” says Hardman.

“We get about 200 requests each year from bands who want to play at the island because of its unique nature.”

This includes both local artists and national tours. The island has hosted shows by Def Leppard, Dierks Bentley, Sister Hazel, Gin Blossoms and more.

Along with musical acts, the island also holds a variety of festivals throughout the year. Their most popular event is Blarney Gras, a weekend-long celebration that Hardman describes as island-style Mardi Gras. Other festivals pay homage to the Floridian vibe of the bar. Fantasy Fest is an end-of-theseason bash held in August that’s modeled after a popular festival of the same name in Key West.

Thrill-seekers come on Thursday nights to witness “Thunder on the Chain.” These famous drag boat

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races started in the 60s and feature two drag boats racing each other down an 1/8 mile stretch of lake. “They’re faster than any roller coaster in the world so it’s pretty incredible to see,” says Hardman.

Blarney Island has been around in different forms since 1901. Vacationers originally traveled to the lake from around the country to see the famous lotus beds. At the time, these rare flowers only grew wild in two places: the Nile River in Egypt and Grass Lake. Decades later, legend has it that the island was used as a whiskey and gin joint when Al Capone controlled the Chain O’Lakes during Prohibition.

Today there is still no shortage of alcoholic beverages on the island. One of the bar’s signature drinks is the “Blarney Stone,” a green frozen cocktail made with vodka and Midori. Bar-goers also can enjoy food and snacks from the revamped menu.

It features typical bar fare with a little beach flair, with options ranging from a burger

and fries to fish tacos. The Port of Blarney, a year-round restaurant, banquet and catering facility, is a dining option for land lovers who can stay on shore and enjoy a full gourmet menu.

Though the bar is a hot spot for partygoers at night, the island also offers

entertainment for a younger crowd.

Sundays are a popular day for families and the DJ will often hold hula-hoop contests and other kid-friendly events. “What (visitors) love the most about Blarney Island is that it’s like spring break for the day for people of all ages,” says Hardman.

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Which vacation destination appeals more to family-columnist’s children?

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y husband and I are in the process of planning our family vacation and we decided to let the kids weigh in on where we go.

We pared the list down to Disneyland, Disney World and Washington, D.C. I’ll bet you’ll never guess what they picked.

Washington, D.C.!

To be honest, I don’t even know how it ended up on the short list to begin with.

But I can only imagine it was the result of something they saw on the History Channel which, despite their penchant for SpongeBob, they are known to watch from time to time.

My husband used to live in D.C., and was pretty geeked out that he could share his extensive knowledge of our nation’s capitol with our children. I, on the other hand, was kind of swaying toward Disney World with a jaunt to

erected in their honor. Rather than spend a mint on souvenirs, we’ll visit the actual U.S. Mint that prints that cash. Forget Space Mountain, we’ll go to the Smithsonian Space Museum.

I tend to be a bit more of a “fun in the sun” kind of vacationer. If I feel the need to balance out the whole cultural experience versus sitting on my butt thing, I read a book I am a little concerned the kids will get bored by the pool so my mind doesn’t completely and think that all of these museums will be turn to mush. like the “Night At The Museum” movies where the monuments come to life. But I Yet, I cannot discredit my children’s desire do need to give them more credit than that. to absorb knowledge, and agreed to trade After all, they are pretty smart cookies.

Cinderella’s castle for the president’s house.

We will trade seeing wax figures of our nation’s leaders at the Hall of Presidents in Magic Kingdom for actual monuments

And that is precisely why I need to embrace their thirst for knowledge and get psyched about feeding their hunger for history. Quite frankly, I’m downright proud of them.

How many kids, ages 6 and 8, would rather see the president over Goofy? (Insert obvious joke here.)

I tend to be a bit more of a “fun in the sun” kind of vacationer. If I feel the

need to balance out the whole cultural

experience versus sitting on my butt thing, I read a book by the pool so my mind

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These kids truly amaze me with their desire to learn, even my knucklehead

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Experience Championship Golf son. As I have mentioned before, he constantly has me Google questions to get answers about everything from what kinds of venomous snakes are the deadliest to what time it is in China.

My daughter would rather read “Little Womenâ€? than “Pinkaliciousâ€? any day of the week. She even brought home a book about Eleanor Roosevelt one day ‌ on purpose ‌ just for fun ‌ not for a project or book report ‌ seriously.

So, they’re a little nerdy, a bit cerebral and inquisitive. Maybe my son would rather play learning games on the computer than play baseball. Maybe my daughter wants to start her own art gallery or bookshop when she grows up.

Trust me, they still have their moments.

They can stare blankly at a television screen with the best of them. They like to talk incessantly about poop, pee and farts. They like to go to the park, ride their bikes and go to Chuck E. Cheese and blow money on silly games just so they can trade in tickets for a Wacky Wall Walker. They complain about doing homework and can barely remember to put their folders in their backpack each morning for school leading me to believe Mensa won’t be calling on them any time soon.

In the end, we are raising kids who are pretty darn smart and who don’t mind a little culture and history mixed in with their summer break. If that’s the worst thing I can accuse them of, then I’m more than happy to toss in my Mickey Mouse ears and oblige. Maybe I’ll even learn a thing or two.

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Food With A A View

By YVONNE BENSON warm breeze caresses your skin and the fading sunlight twinkles in your eyes as you dine outdoors in the summer.

Everything about dining al fresco is less restrained and somehow more beautiful than the climate-controlled indoors.

Enjoy summer by dining al fresco at restaurants around the county

“[I love] the fresh air and the happy faces on the customers who have been waiting all winter for our deck to open,” says Jeff Lencioni of Docks Bar & Grill in Wauconda. His goal in designing his outdoor dining space was to, “create a place where you can feel as though you are somewhere tropical.”

Lencioni’s favorite menu items to eat outside are “burgers, calamari and wraps.”

However, if a tropical atmosphere and delicious food aren’t enough, Docks

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3(At left) The view of Bangs Lake from Docks Bar & Grill in Wauconda.

4(At right) Claire Monkmon, of Wauconda, and Ben Allen, of Round Lake, enjoy their dinner lakeside at Docks Bar & Grill.

4(Middle right) Keith Goodman, general manager, makes a martini in the Tiki Bar at Docks Bar & Grill.

6(Bottom right) Chicken Alfredo is featured on the menu at Docks Bar & Grill.

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also provides enticements such as outdoor music, live bands on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons, Blackhawks and Bulls games.

Mary Bennett, owner and operator of family business Savanna House in Wadsworth, says their outdoor space “[is] named after the beautiful 550 acres of Wadsworth Savanna Prairie that surrounds us. Wildlife can be observed while you eat on our outside upper deck dining areas that surround the building and overlook the Savanna.

“It is essential that we provide comfort, delicious food, hand crafted cocktails, and great service. Our slogan is eat, drink and relax,” she says.

Good outdoor dining options Savanna House provides include a newly-launched Country Casual menu with stack sandwiches, crafted burgers and hand-formed Sicilian pizzas. “My favorite is our outdoor country fish boils … the fish pot boils over with flames 14 feet high from our upper deck dining areas,” Bennett says.

Austin’s Saloon & Eatery in Libertyville also features an al fresco dining experience. According to owner and operator Mark Khayat, the outdoor dining space is spacious, comfortable, relaxing and an easy l a k e c o u n t y j o u r n a l s . c o m /m a g a z i n e

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place to enjoy cocktails.

“I love the fact that our patio is big enough for large groups but still comfortable enough to enjoy dinner for two. The fire pit at night makes for a nice romantic setting and the abundance of flowers surrounding the patio makes you feel like you’re in another place,” Khayat says.

For Khayat, a keen attention to detail when it comes to delivering an ideal outdoor dining experience is very important. “The blend of the flowers, fire pit and table arrangements had to hit the mark for our diners,” he says.

“I also like that we have a built-in outside bar area with TVs for catching a game, hanging out with friends or enjoying a cocktail while waiting for your table.”

For food, Khayat recommends the salads for lunch, especially in the summer.

“If I’m really hungry, I go for the 22oz. bone-in ribeye, Campfire Chicken, hickory smoked ribs or my favorite bourbon salmon,” he says.

Lake County has some splendid options for outdoor dining this summer. The proprietors of Docks in Wauconda, Savanna House in Wadsworth, and Austin’s Saloon & Eatery in Libertyville have all carefully designed every detail to make sure that your experience is a dreamy escape.

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HAIR B CARE

By YVONNE BENSON ecause the weather in Illinois always seems to be crazy, you might give little thought to indoor climate control.

One day the air is on, the next it’s the heat. Dry heat and then air conditioning. Unfortunately, we often treat our hair and skin as constants through these climate changes when we should be adjusting our hair and skin care routines accordingly.

“Modifying your skin care regimen in the summer months may be necessary based on your skin type (oily, combination, dry) and your work and living environment,” says Cheryl Santucci, director of esthetics and retail at Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas. “We have hot, humid weather here in the Midwest but many of us work in very dry, cold, air conditioned environments.”

How to keep those locks luxurious despite the weather

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“It’s best to see a professional in between seasons for a facial treatment so that he or she can administer a facial that includes exfoliation either by machine technology or exfoliating products,” Santucci says. “Your skin care professional may change your cleanser or add a deep cleanse to your routine and moisturizers may be replaced by gels and serums.”

There is a difference when it comes to skin pigmentation also, according to Santucci.

“Generally, lighter skin tends to be dryer and darker skin has more oil. However, all skin types can get dehydrated with the swing between hot/humid and dry/cold environments.”

An additional concern regarding skin care is the prevention of skin cancer. Santucci suggests using a broad spectrum sun protection product over skin care every day of the year, regardless if the sun is out or not.

“This same strategy is the best way to keep your skin from aging prematurely. We choose MD Solar Sciences (products) which carries the Skin Cancer Foundation’s seal of approval for the best protection,” Santucci says.

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The focus for summer hair care is to “protect and replenish,” says Paige Grzegorczyk, stylist at the Crystal Lake location of Mario Tricoci.

“Use hair care products with UVA protectants and UV filters. It is good to know that hair needs sunscreen just like the skin,” she says. “A daily hair regimen should include (a) smoothing shampoo and smoothing conditioner followed by (a) thermal styler applied on damp, towel-dried hair. Before blow-drying, add the UV protectant as well as a heat protectant. Our Mario Tricoci shaping gel can also be added in combination with the thermal styler for extra hold.”

SUMMER STYLES

Now that your hair is healthy and protected, what are some great ways to syle it for the weather?

“2016 will be all about a nonchalant polished look — hair that looks windblown but done. Polished in a casual way,” says John Gialluisi, creative director at Mario Tricoci. “It’s not the formal blowout we used to see but more of an ‘undone done’ look. In between curly and straight with beautiful light waves.”

Those casual looks that say “I just woke up like this” can be achieved with a particular haircut. “Cuts are becoming more freeform which allows for more individualistic styles for each person — cutting to the individual and their texture. The long bob is still going to be strong like Taylor Swift’s hair. But from a cutting standpoint, it’s all about freeform for the strongest look,” Gialluisi says.

Since current hair style trends are allowing a natural-type look in the upcoming months, that will help hair that is normally style-stressed a rest after the dry winter months. Check out your stylist for the perfect cut and see your esthetician for skin care recommendations.

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Tips on how to keep your yard, flower beds and garden happy through the end of summer

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hile things may appear greener on the other side of the fence, lawn and garden envy need not be a permanent affliction. Area nurseries and landscapers are dedicated to helping gardening novices, aficionados — and everyone inbetween — achieve the yard of their dreams.

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Many greenhouses and nurseries sell plants that have been grown in another part of the country, where the air and soil are different than in the Midwest. “Sometimes if you put a plant in a different environment, there’s shock and the plant may not survive. Where the plant Michael Schmechtig is the owner and president is grown makes a difference,” says Iliopoulos. of Schmechtig Landscapes in Mundelein, Mariani Landscapes grows many of their own and Sheldon Landscape Inc. in Lake Geneva.

Schmechtig primarily serves the North Shore area and northwest suburbs as a full-service residential landscaping business. “We do Backyard design, construction, irrigation, lighting and all landscaping services. We specialize in taking landscaping is abou t care of everything,“ says Schmechtig.

Gina Iliopoulos, a garden specialist for Mariani Landscapes in Lake Bluff, also specializes in residential landscaping work. “We like to consider ourselves managers of fine gardening, with ‘fine’ meaning a focus on knowledge, details and expertise,” says Iliopoulos.

lifestyle. It’s about entertaining, cookin g and activities.

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perennials locally. “We know if they’re grown locally, they’re more likely to work locally.”

“Virtually everyone wants a plot or pot of something growing that’s fresh,” says Iliopoulos about vegetables. “Even city properties with a small back porch can have a small plot. The push for sustainability is great and we’re finding even in small spaces, people are interested in vegetable gardens.”

Schmechtig attributes the trend partly to people increasingly wanting to know where and how their food is grown. He added that people enjoy the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and get dirt under their nails. “Typically, landowners won’t plant a lot of big trees or bushes, but will plant smaller flowers and vegetables. It’s an excuse to get their hands dirty and do something for their health.”

“Over the past 10 years or so, we’ve seen houses become larger and yards smaller. So people have begun to extend parts of their homes into their gardens as places where they spend a lot of their time,” says Iliopoulos. Outdoor living spaces include kitchens, seating and l a k e c o u n t y j o u r n a l s . c o m /m a g a z i n e

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Schmechtig. “Where people go wrong is when they go to a garden center or nursery and see plants they like, but they don’t understand how big they’ll get, whether they’ll grow in the sun or shade, etc. People should talk to experts. Ask questions and don’t go simply by what looks pretty.”

“With all the rain we’ve gotten (this season), people need to use more fertilizer on their lawns. The more water, the more grass needs nutrients. We recommend fertilizing in the early springs, late spring, summer and fall. If it’s raining a lot, or if you’re watering a lot, increase the amount of fertilizer you put down,” says Schmechtig.

He also recommends watering the lawn and plants in the morning, to achieve about two inches of moisture each week.

As far as lawn height, Scmechtig recommends cutting the grass to two inches. But if it’s really hot, go to three inches. “The lawn helps shade itself if it’s a little bit longer, and that’s less stressful on the lawn,” he says. entertainment areas, fire pits and more.

“People are staying at home and investing more in their backyards. It started around the time of the recession. Instead of going on vacation, people started staying home and spending time in their backyards,” says Schmechtig.

“Toward the end of summer is a good time to overseed your lawn. If the grass is thinning or there are bare spots, mid to late August is a good time to do so,” says Iliopoulos.

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According to the University of Illinois Extension, these are hardy plants for Lake County: Balloon Flower Bearded Iris Black Eyed Susan Bleeding Heart Bushy Aster Columbine Coral Bells Daylily False Spirea Garden Phlox Globe Thistle Goldenrod Hosta Lady’s Mantle Oriental Poppy Peony Sage Salvia Shasta Daisy Siberian Iris Wormwood

TIPS FOR SUMMER “Landscaping at the front of the house should make it inviting to get to the front door.

That’s the main goal for the front yard,” says Schmechtig. “Backyard landscaping is about lifestyle. It’s about entertaining, cooking and outdoor activities.

“People are having fun with their annuals.

They’re trying more tropical and exotic plants, like cactus. They won’t make it through the entire year, but it’s fun to have in their yard during the summer,” says Schmechtig.

“It’s good to sit and talk to a professional who understands not just the plants, but also the spatial relationship. Like building a house, you want to have a game plan about what your landscaping should look like,” says l a k e c o u n t y j o u r n a l s . c o m /m a g a z i n e

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Planting The Seeds Alicia Dodd brings the art of farming produce to Mundelein community

her family care for chickens. She says her daughters learned to count by collecting eggs each day.

After having her children, Dodd set down her wings to care for her two daughters who accompany her to the community garden and enjoy digging in the dirt with fellow volunteers.

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few years ago, Fremont Township Supervisor Diana O’Kelly looked at the community garden and thought it may be time to downsize. She didn’t have the volunteers or support to care for the land. Then she met Mundelein resident Alicia Dodd and the members of the Village Homesteading Mundelein who brought in a proposal to turn the gardens around.

“It has been unbelievable what they have done,” O’Kelly says. “It’s been an amazing transformation, not only producing food, but also it has become a wonderful education center.”

Dodd led the efforts to take garden plots growing a few tomatoes, peppers and zucchini and turn them into an organic garden that produces lettuce and arugula in the spring, root vegetables in the fall and a plethora of summertime fruit and vegetables. Every item produced is donated to the Fremont Township Food Pantry.

“The community garden was really Alicia’s vision,” says volunteer and Mundelein resident Michael Garamoni. “She took charge of it and she made it happen.”

Garamoni says he volunteers at the garden and, in turn, has learned about organic gardening and how to care for and prepare fruits and vegetables he had previously never even considered eating, let alone growing.

Along with the harvest of fruits and vegetables that are donated weekly to the food pantry, Dodd has recruited volunteers to provide simple, delicious recipes for using the produce.

O’Kelly says she recently spoke to a woman at the food pantry who received a vegetable

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she had never eaten before and, thanks to the accompanying recipe, her children loved it so much she wants to prepare the dish again.

“The garden has been a very useful resource for teaching people about the diverse selection of produce they could grow in their own backyards and enjoy in their kitchen,” Dodd says.

Dodd grew up on a farm in Indiana, where her family grew corn and soy beans, as well caring for animals and maintaining a smaller garden for the family. She pursued an interest in flying at Purdue University and worked as a commercial pilot. She and her husband moved to Lake County to be close to their aviation jobs, her job in Milwaukee and his in Chicago.

She was anxious to have a house where she could grow her own garden and says she loves how the yard comes to life with plants, flowers, dragonflies, bees and butterflies.

In addition to growing food, Dodd and

Dodd especially enjoys teaching so the community garden has become a haven for people to learn more about growing plants and food. School groups have made field trips and Dodd enjoys seeing the children’s excitement when learning about the plants.

She likes to see kids eagerly shove a handful of just-pulled spinach into their mouths and exclaim they like it.

“They are so excited about learning and so excited to work in the garden, to plant seeds and watch them grow,” Dodd says.

The community garden is more than plots of vegetables, it is a multifunctional space for growing fruits, vegetables, native plants and flowers as well as welcoming bees and helpful insects. It is a place to work, to learn and to enjoy nature.

This spring students from Mundelein High School designed and built a shed from recycled barn wood for the garden. Dodd plans to install a rain garden in the shadow of a new building going up near the garden.

She says she sees the community garden as an outdoor classroom and she is excited to work with students, scouts and the adult volunteers who help care for it.

For Dodd, more than food has grown in the garden. She has formed friendships and even become a mentor to many residents who have learned about organic gardening and brought the practices home to their own yards.

“Alicia is unbelievably selfless, smart, energetic, inspiring and just one of the nicest women I’ve ever met,” O’Kelly says. “She truly believes in trying to educate and teach the benefit of good food.”

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LAKE COUNTY EVENTS July 1 – August 2: “Pinocchio,” at the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire This special one hour presentation for kids tells the story of Pinocchio, a wooden puppet that is magically given the gift of animation by the wish of a wood carver, Geppetto, and the wand of the loving Blue Fairy. Tickets, available online, start at $15. Visit MarriottTheatre.com for show dates and times.

July 7: Waukegan’s Annual Tanabata Festival, Noon to 1 p.m. at Lilac Cottage and 7 p.m. at Bowen Park, 1911 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan Celebrate the Japanese Star Festival. Make a wish and attach your wish or poem for the upcoming year to the “wishing tree.” For more information, visit WaukeganParks.org July 9: Genesee Film Series Featuring “American Graffitti,” 7:30 p.m., Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan Enjoy a special showing of this classic summer movie about high school friends spending one final night together before heading off to college. $4 for adults, $2 for seniors, children and military. Visit GeneseeTheatre.com for details.

July 10: Food Truck Fridays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.,300 Knightsbridge Parkway, Lincolnshire Get in on one of the most popular food trends.

Treat yourself to a gourmet lunch from a variety of food trucks. Free admission; food prices vary. Visit Village.Lincolnshire.IL.us for upcoming dates and locations.

July 11: Art on the Lawn, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Antioch Fine Arts Foundation, 41380 Route 83, Antioch Come out and enjoy a day of art with fun for the whole family. Includes artist demonstrations and activities, a pottery wheel demonstration, art for sale, kids activities, raffles and tour the gallery. For details, visit AntiochFineArts.org.

July 11: Baseball Memorabilia Extravaganza, Noon to 4 p.m., Grayslake Heritage Center, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake Baseball collector Bill Rose presents his collection of more than 50 model baseball stadiums and other baseball memorabilia. Catch the museum’s new Sox vs. Cubs display as well. Suggested donation is $3 for adults and $1 for children. For more information, visit VillageOfGrayslake.com.

July 11 and 12: 24th Annual Civil War Days, Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 N. Forest Preserve Road, Wauconda This is Northern Illinois’ largest Civil War reenactment with infantry, cavalry and artillery re-enactors, as well as musicians, sutlers, medical personnel and civilians. A large-scale battle reenactment, ongoing drills, kids’ activities, and Civil War era shopping are available both days.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for youth. More details are available at LCFPD.org.

July 16 – 19: Vernon Hills Summer Celebration 2015, Century Park, 1101 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills Enjoy four days of carnival rides, free entertainment, beer tent, food vendors, children’s activities, bingo, live bands every night and fireworks on Thursday. Visit SummerCel.com for entertainment schedule.

July 16 – 19, Antioch’s Taste of Summer, Downtown Antioch This family-friendly festival includes live music, carnival rides, sidewalk sales, food by local restaurants and more. For a complete schedule, go to AntiochChamber.org July 17 -19, Alpine Fest, Lion Fre Blau Park, 81 E. Main St., Lake Zurich This fest offers local bands, events, carnival rides, children’s activities, some of the best food in Lake County and the Alpine Fest Parade. Admission is free. For more information and schedule, visit LZLions.com.

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July 18: Bubble Palooza Chicago 5K, registration starts at 8:30 a.m., Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road Grayslake Whether walking, running, or bunny-hopping through the epic walls of bubbles, runners will end up looking like they got in a fight with a rainbow and lost.

Online registration is $45 at Active.com

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July 11: Free Garden Walk, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., various locations, Libertyville area Presented by the Gardeners of Central Lake County, this self-guided walk showcases specialty private July 18 - 19, Family Camp Out at Maplewood, gardens. Rain or shine event. Download the map and 5 p.m. to 8:30 a.m., Maplewood Park, Clay Court and Hazel, Deerfield directions to the garden walk sites at GCLCil.com.

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Admission is free for this annual family campout.

Register to receive campout rules and campsite number. Activities and games begin at about 6 p.m. with sports equipment and grills available.

Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring your own equipment, tents, food and non-alcoholic beverages. Visit DeerfieldParks. org for more information.

July 26: Wauconda Triathlons, 6:30 a.m., Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda Choose from the Sprint Course or Olympic Course for this swim, bike and run race.

Registration and race packet pick up is required prior to race day. See WaucondaParks.org for complete details.

July 26: 6th Annual Bloody Mary Fest, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Evert’s Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood Professional and amateur mixologists compete for the title of Best Bloody Mary in the Midwest.

This festival includes the 5K Buddy Challenge, live entertainment, food vendors, beverages, and more.

For more information, visit CelebrateHighwood. com.

July 27: Movie in the Park, 8 p.m., Harts Hill Park, 819 Hart Road, Round Lake Bring blankets and popcorn for this free screening of “Frozen” on the big screen. Visit RoundLakeParkDistrict.org for more information.

July 29 – August 2: 87th Annual Lake County Fair, Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road Grayslake This is five days of fun! Events include live entertainment, food vendors, carnival rides and games, live animals, motor crossing, banana derby, demolition derby, flower show, expo hall and more.

For complete schedule and admission prices, visit LCFair.com. * Please note that events and times are subject to change. This is only a partial list of events throughout the county. For additional events, please visit PlanitLake.com. l a k e c o u n t y j o u r n a l s . c o m /m a g a z i n e

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