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Suburban Life MAGAZINE

JULY 2014 | LAKE COUNTY

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Food and Wine Unleash your appetite around Lake County

Wine, About It

Been To Barrington?

Visit the Northern Illinois Wine Trail for a wine lover’s experience

Make a trip to this quaint locale that keeps growing

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Fanciful Fare Explore culinary destinations that boast luscious local food page 7

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“Before I saw Dr. Rivard at Illinois Vein Specialists, it was tough doing my job.”

Dr. Stephen P. Rivard (L.) and Mr. Craig Frey (R.), fronting the famous 18th “Waterwheel” hole at Makray Memorial Golf Club

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Dr. Stephen Rivard, medical director of IVS, recalls: “Craig’s vein disease, like that of many others in our practice, started in his late teens and, by the time I saw him, the disease was quite advanced.”

Myth 3: The treatment of varicose veins is just a cosmetic fix and unless the leg hurts, there really is no reason other than vanity to seek repair.

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Myth 6: Vein disease is a sign of aging and only occurs in older adults.

Increasing age is a slight risk factor for varicose veins because of wear and tear on the vein valves that regulate blood flow. Patients certainly perceive it as more common as they age because the disease has had longer to make its symptoms known and is more advanced and has done more damage.

Dr. Rivard adds: “Craig is a good example of one of the widely-held myths about vein disease— that it primarily is a concern of older adults.

This is just not the case. Take a look below at six common myths about vein disease.”

SIX MYTHS ABOUT VEIN DISEASE Myth 1: Once varicose or spider veins have been repaired, they will always re-occur.

The recurrence of varicose veins after treatment is a myth born from the prior inadequate care.

Treatment methods in the past, while done with best intentions, actually caused recurrence of varicose veins. With the onset of Board Certification, methods of treatment have become more organized, safer and more efficient. Now recurrence rates should be below 5%.

Myth 2: It is best to wait until a woman has had all her pregnancies to deal with varicose and spider veins.

While there is some historical experience underlying this myth, it was also born out of the fact that prior treatments for varicose veins were often inadequate and frequently led to recurrence. New treatments, however, are safe, virtually painless and, more than 98% of the time, lead to permanent resolution of varicose veins at their source.

The new paradigm ought to be that obstetric physicians send their patients for venous insufficiency evaluation prior to their getting pregnant.

Myth 5: So-called “vein stripping” is the best way to treat varicose veins.

Outdated techniques such as vein stripping to treat varicose veins are sadly still being used by some even today. This is a two-hour inpatient surgical procedure requiring anesthesia. Even more troubling, vein stripping works less than half the time, is painful, fraught with complications and often makes matters worse. Ultrasound guided laser therapy by a Board Certified Phlebologist is over 98% effective for virtually painlessly and permanently treating varicose veins with little if any side effects in an outpatient setting.

However, the primary cause of vein disease, accounting for about 80% of cases, is hereditary.

It is not at all unusual to find varicose veins in young adults and even teenagers.

Craig Frey—before and after photos for treatment of varicose veins

Myth 4: Because the treatment of varicose veins is cosmetic, insurance does not cover the expense.

While the treatment of spider veins is often considered a vanity or cosmetic issue and is not covered by insurance, the treatment of varicose veins is not a cosmetic issue and is almost always covered by insurance. In our experience, the initial diagnostic evaluation for venous disease is covered by insurance more than 90% of the time as well. The insurance coverage is determined by a qualified phlebologist using ultrasonography testing the size and function/dysfunction of the veins in the legs.

Illinois Vein Specialists opened in 2009 and has a staff of a dozen—physicians, RNs, medical technicians, ultrasound specialists and administrative personnel. Since then they have helped well over a thousand Barrington-area patients.

“One of the things I like the best about specializing in vein disease is the opportunity to meet wonderful people like Craig Frey; being able to help them is the reason I get up in the morning.”

To find out more information on vein disease and how Illinois Vein Specialists, A Center of Excellence in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Vein Disease™, might be able to help you: call for an appointment at 847-277-9100, stop by our offices at 22285 Pepper Rd, (suite 105), Lake Barrington and look at our “brag book,” or visit us online at www.IllinoisVeinSpecialists.com.

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INSIDE Dining & Entertaining

48 Take one great summer dress from morning to evening with a few great accessories.

7 Editor’s Choice: Artisan Dining — These local culinary destinations boast food that fills the senses, as lovely to look at as it is luscious to eat!

10 School food — Culinary careers have taken on newfound popularity, thanks to pop cultures focus on all things “foodie” Take a glimpse inside the program offered at College of Lake County.

14 Wine-Oh! — Editor Sherri Dauskurdas takes her love of wine on the road, as she visits local wineries and winemakers along the Northern Illinois Wine Trail, proving you need not go to Napa, for a true wine lovers experience.

17 Not-so-basic food group — Where great food and single adults meet and mingle, something delicious is bound to happen!

Home & Lifestyle 20 On the Town: Barrington — If you haven’t been to Barrington lately, you haven’t been to Barrington. Take a trip through this quaint historic locale, filled with charm, and character.

32 Cool your collection — You may love wine, but its a collectible that needs some attention to be at its best. Find out from the experts how to store, cellar and keep your wine cool, and perfect, right to the very last drop.

Family In Focus 38 Arguing for arguments’ sake — Family columnist Michelle Stien thought this would be a summer to remember, but sibling bickering has her wishing she could forget!

Health & Fitness 41 Wealth of Health — Dr. Kathleen Hufnagle discusses health benefits regarding drinking wine.

42 Gourmet for Good Health — There’s no reason to feel deprived when some of the healthiest foods for your body are luxuriously delicious as well.

Fashion & Beauty 47 Hats are hot! — Fashion columnist Randi Moxi adores the summer’s coolest style, the floppy hat.

48 Day-to-night without the worry — take one great summer dress from morning to evening with a few great accessories and the advice of some local fashionistas.

Out & About 50 Calendar — Concerts and festivals, markets and show. It’s all here, to get you going all month long.

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There are few things I like to write about as much as food.

Dining, wine and beer pairings, international cuisine, cooking — you name it, I’ve penned a story or two about it. I even recall a feature on the perfect Thanksgiving turkey and why you shouldn’t graze over the leftovers throughout the day.

But seriously, the topic for fine food and wine seems to make everyone happy, and we have the best in the ‘burbs right here for you. From fine artisan dining, where the food looks pretty enough to frame, (but trust me, just eat) to lush, fragrant wines made right here in our communities, you’ll work up an appetite as you read through the pages of the July edition.

Speaking of wine, Barrington’s the place to be in July, for the annual “Uncorked” event, so take your taste buds on whirl at this delicious summer event.

And learn how to store your favorites, in cellars and racks at home.

Worried about your health? Gourmet “foodie” foods rich in heart healthy nutrients, antioxidants and more can boost your body while they satisfy your cravings.

It’s all inside this month’s Suburban Life Magazine, and right outside your door at the restaurants, lounges, bars and retailers that make Lake County such a great place to live, and dine!

Bon appetit!

We found succulent sushi at Shakou, and tirimisu to die for at Barrington Country Bistro. I traversed a host of suburban stops on the Northern Illinois Wine trail, talked to the winemakers and even the growers in some cases, and discovered just how wonderful local wine can be.

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COVER FOOD AND WINE FANTASTIC:

Fantastic food has been found, all over Lake County. From succulent Salmone con Caponata at Francesca’s (cover) to cocoaladen tiramisu at Barrington Country Bistro, the choices are as grand to the eye as the palate!

Discover more beginning on Page 7 Photos by Jason Adrian

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Account Manager Terri Landa 847-921-6817 tlanda@shawmedia.com Correspondents Allison Horne, Yvonne Benson, Melissa Riske, Michelle Stien, Elizabeth Harmon, Stephanie Kohl, Wendy Foster Photographers Bill Romberger, Ron McKinney, Jason Adrian, Joe Perez 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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Masters of Cuisine

EDITOR’S Choice

Food can be more than simple sustenance – it’s a multi-sensory experience, filling you with tastes and aromas that spark nostalgic memories, and helping release the stresses of the day.

Done right, food is as beautiful as it is delicious, full of color and freshness in every meticulous bite. And you need not travel out of your way to find such culinary offerings. Right here in our communities are local culinary destinations boasting fantastic food, as lovely to gaze on, as it is luscious to eat! Here are three of our favorites:

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Barrington Bistro

718 W. Northwest Hwy, Barrington Foodies converge! Barrington Country Bistro has created the perfect blend of classic European fare and modern gastronomy to offer some of the most intensely satisfying dishes in the area.

The freshness of the tuna tartare explodes in beauty and flavor, while the braised short ribs, and a hearty grain salad of faro and avocado is absurdly satisfying. For the perfect evening out try the luxe-fixe – a delightful three course meal specially designed by Chef Luis Quiroz for a set price. Lunch offers a similar experience with the petit prix-fixe. Or order off an expansive fresh bistro menu for a customized, array of bistro-styled delights.

Gluten or meat free? No worries! A variety of options are highlighted on the menu, which changes with regularity and innovation. Or enjoy a selection of pate’s and cheeses paired perfectly with a glass of wine the restaurants expansive list.

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Francesca’s

293 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest If Italian is what you’re after, few restaurant groups match the cuisine and assortment offered at Francesca’s. The menu of rustic Northern Italian classics created by Chef Scott Harris pairedwith its casually sophisticated atmosphere, leaves diners full, and fulfilled. Start your visit with a flavorful carpaccio of sirloin, capers, tomatoes, basil and watercress.

Follow with an impressively thin pizza and one of an array of homemade pastas, from ravioli to linguine.

Heartier fare features fine meats and rich seafood entrees, like the Pollo Saltimbocca, a wine and sage sautéed chicken breast with salty prosciutto.

Homemade gelato and a bold espresso completes the experience.

Linguine al Fagotarro

Salmone con Caponata

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Shakou

Modern Japanese Cuisine 625 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville If you love sushi, an evening at Shakou will be a dining experience you won’t soon forget. Everything is meticulously crafted, from the brilliant modern décor to the flavor profile of each perfectly constructed item on the menu.

Start with a refreshing hand-muddled cocktail, and follow with one of many perfectly rolled sushi offerings – intricately layered for a presentation that’s as artful as it is appetizing. The assortment of sashimi offers a culinary rainbow of color and taste, and the buttery goodness of the tuna-tataki salad makes the perfect mid-day meal or light evening dinner.

Leave room for desserts. Lava cakes flow with a blanket of chocolate so pretty, you might not want want to eat it. (Just kidding.)

Sushi Boat

assortment of sashimi, nigiri and maki rolls

Carpaccio con Crescione

Lobster and filet

with sweet chile sauce and potato croquette

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Painting With Flavors Tasteful education offered at local college

By Elizabeth Harmon

D

avid Hartwig of Arlington Heights

has always loved cooking, so a career in the culinary industry made perfect sense. “I drove trucks, worked as a painter, got used to doing what I didn’t like, until I decided to go back to school and learn to do something I like,” he said.

As a student in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality program at the College of Lake County, David is working toward his dream of someday being an executive chef, or owning his own restaurant. He’s currently employed at the Lake Forest Club, and is working toward a position as a sous chef.

He has completed his Associate’s degree in Hospitality and Culinary Management, and is in the process of earning a second Associate’s in Baking and Pastry. “It’s good for a chef to know all aspects of the kitchen,” he said.

The goal of the CLC program is to help students like David gain the tools they need to launch their culinary or hospitality industry careers or prepare for the next step in their education.

“Our philosophy is to leave no student behind.

There’s no rush to get through the program,

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we want to make sure that when the students leaves, they have the skills they need to succeed in the industry,” said Rob Wygant, department co-chairman and culinary instructor.

CLC’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality program offers degrees in Hospitality and Culinary Management, Baking and Pastry Arts, as well as a number of professional certifications.

Spring enrollment in the program was 783 students.

“We have a nice mix of traditional college students and career changers. I’d say it’s about 60 percent traditional and 40 percent non-traditional students,” he said.

Enrollment has almost doubled since 2009, a trend Wygant attributes to growing interest in the field. “I think that the popularity of cooking shows on TV has created greater awareness of the hospitality industry. We’ve come to appreciate and demand a higher level of service,” he said.

CLC’s program takes an average of two years to complete. Once they have earned the associate’s degree, students are qualified for a variety of culinary positions, or to continue their training.

Wygant estimates that about a quarter to a third of the graduates go onto a four-year program.

“We have some that transfer to Kendall College, some to NIU, Roosevelt or to Johnson and Wales out on the East Coast,” Wygant said.

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To complete their degrees, students must take general education classes, and culinary courses outside their focus area. This helps provide a better understanding of how the service staff and kitchen must work as a team. Some culinary and hospitality courses address the fundamentals of running a business, and teach students about cost, purchasing and inventory control.

The capstone course for the program is working in the student-managed restaurant, Prairie.

Serving an eclectic contemporary American menu, Prairie offers gourmet dining at a moderate price. The continually changing menu includes soups, salads, entrees and desserts Mondays through Thursdays. On Fridays, the menu is a specialized cuisine.

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“This fall it will be Italy, but we’ve also done Latin, European and American regional,” said Wygant.

Menus change weekly, and some dishes are rotated in and out on a daily basis. “It keeps the students on their toes and gives a good look at how an eclectic restaurant would run,” he said.

The restaurant is open for lunch during the fall and spring semesters, and hours are posted on the website, www.clcillinois.edu/programs/ hcm/index.asp?prairie. Reservations are recommended and can be made by sending an email to prairie@clcillinois.edu.

For David Hartwig, working at Prairie provided his first taste of working in a restaurant. “It was very helpful. Not only did I learn a lot of the technical stuff, but I also

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learned things you don’t learn until you have the experience in real life,” he said.

His favorite part of the experience was learning to make a variety of regional cuisines.

“The Latin Cuisine class was just incredible, very detailed and we learned about the cuisine of Mexico, the Caribbean, Argentina and all over Central and South America. By the time we were done, we had something like 400 recipes. My personal favorite is the Cuban sandwich, which I hope will be on as a special at the club where I work,” he said.

Knowing others appreciate what he does has convinced Hartwig that he’s found the right career. “I find a lot of satisfaction in seeing people like what I’ve created. I consider it art, and I’m painting a picture with flavors,” he said.

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OUT to EAT Feature

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Exciting Entertainment at CLC’s James Lumber Center 2014-15 Subscriptions available July 7 to Sept. 15 Single tickets available Aug. 25

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Here’s a sample of events from our exciting new season!

Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theatre Sept. 13 ABBA MANIA Nov. 7 Michael Londra’s Celtic Yuletide –“A Christmas from Ireland” Dec. 21 “Straight from Broadway!”

The Golden Dragon Acrobats present: Cirque Ziva Feb. 20 The Second City Hits Home April 10 Visit www.clclillinois.edu/tickets to view the entire 2014-15 Professional Touring Series

July 7 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Kenosha Public Museum Kenosha’s Natural History and Art Museum

www.KenoshaPublicMuseum.org 5500 1st Avenue • Kenosha, WI 53140 262-653-4140 • Free General Admission

HOURS: Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Dinosaur Discovery Museum The Nation’s Largest Display of Meat-eating Theropods

www.DinosaurDiscoveryMuseum.org 5608 10th Avenue • Kenosha, WI 53140 262-653-4450 • Free General Admission

HOURS:Tuesday through Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

Closed Monday & Holidays

Civil War Museum

The History, the People, and the Stories of the Upper Midwest www.TheCivilWarMuseum.org 5400 1st Avenue • Kenosha, WI 53140 262-653-4141 • Nominal Admission Fee

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Sipping up A trip through suburban wine country

By Sherri Dauskurdas

I love wine.

I got hooked nearly 20 years ago, when a very good friend had her wedding in California's Mendocino wine region. I fell for the entire experience ... the little shops and tasting rooms, the small, family run vineyards, the stories told by owners and winemakers as they poured you a glass. And of course the wine itself, each with its own distinct personality, some sweet and some sharp — like meeting a new friend with every tasting.

But California is a haul, and I decided to find out more about all the wine that was being made right here, in our own region. The Northern Illinois Wine Trail is quite a bit larger than you may imagine encompassing more than 30 wineries and vineyards across three loops, from Galena to Lake Michigan. But my journey would hit some suburban locales, all a decent afternoon trip from anywhere in the Chicago area.

Perhaps my visits will inspire you to take your own trip around our towns. Check out the entire trail, with information and links to each stop on the trail, at www. northernillinoiswinetrail.com

tFIrst Stop: Prairie State Winery 217 W Main Street, Genoa Located in the rural western town of Genoa, Prairie State Winery is the oldest winery in DeKalb County, and the 16th in Illinois, started in 1998 by a pair of former teachers from Lake Park High School in Addison. This quaint spot, like its sister location in Sycamore, offers a variety of red, white and fruit wines in its tasting room, all made in Genoa. A sweet favorite, the Prairie Dog Red, is a lush treat, like a bowl of fresh picked berries in the summer sun. If you find yourself near DeKalb in the evening, check out the Friday night Wine Downs, featuring live music, local food, trivia and more.

Sundays offer creative wine cocktails, including Bloody Mary’s made with vino, and wine-based mimosas in a new outdoor wine garden.

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tStop two: Acquaviva in Maple Park 47W614 Route 38, Maple Park An Italian winemaker landed in this western Kane village and proceeded to capture the hearts of local wine enthusiasts when he planted a 40-acre vineyard right on Rt. 38. Today, Acquaviva is a destination — a combination of restaurant, vineyard, winery, and future bed and breakfast. The gorgeous grounds make you forget you are just minutes from the suburban highways. Known for rich and complex wines, Acquaviva's deep reds were my favorite, boasting notes of chocolate, spice, pepper and plum for a lush combination. A popular treat, the Christmas Wine in sold year round. It's a smooth red with spices added, served warm. I can hardly wait for early fall, as it will be a great addition to an evening around the fire pit with friends. In the tasting room, you can enjoy six tastings for six dollars, or even sign up for a winery tour, called “wine 101” by appointment. Delicious cold plates are available to complement your wine selections.

uStop three: Fox Valley Winery in Oswego 5600 Route 34, Oswego Fifteen different varieties are produced at this family-run winery, much of it from grapes grown at the vineyard in Sheridan, Illinois. Owner and winemaker Mike Faltz started the winery with his father, when their homespun hobby outgrew the kitchen, the basement and the garage. The signature wines at Fox Valley are the Red, White and Blue. Red is a concord — light and grapey.

White is a Moscato-style made with Niagra grapes. Blue is a fruit wine, rich with blackberry and blueberry, like liquid jam in a glass. You can enjoy three complimentary tastings in their Oswego location and a tour of the winery.

I also received a lesson about boxed wine, something Mike stands by 100 percent, citing advantages over the bottle which include: no oxygen (they pour from the bottom) no sunlight, no cork (a chemical in cork can alter the taste of the wine) and a more renewable form of packaging. The result is a wine that tastes the same from the first glass to the last, open up to six weeks in the fridge (not that it would ever last that long.)

tStop four: Lynfred Winery in Roselle 15 South Roselle Road The granddaddy of suburban wine making, Lynfred Winery is a standout, the first of its kind in the area, and still one of the best wine experiences around, 35 years after opening. While original owners Lyn and Fred Koehler have since passed, their tradition of wine and hospitality continues to this day, thanks to the perseverance of award-winning Chilean winemakers and a constant following of local clientele. The tasting room, located in an old-World styled vine covered estate home, is impressive, as is the entire hardwood-laden facility.

Not a detail was missed, from ornate oak carvings above the wine bar, to the patron-friendly wine cellar, and the intricately decorated staterooms of its bed and breakfast. Christina Anderson took me on a tour of the whole estate, and impressed doesn’t cover it. But even more impressive is the wine. More than 100 varieties are made here, with grapes that arrive from vineyards across the nation. Tastings are $7, and they offer 8-10 wines on the tasting menu each month. Popular choices are the Vin de City Red and Vin de City White, but Christina described the winery’s fruit wines as having a “cult-like following,” available in 15 varieties, from apple to rhubarb. (The mango wine was exactly as it was described — Hawaii in a glass.) Enjoy your tasting with fruit, meats, or a delicious flatbread pizza on the wraparound porch.

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PRAIRIE State Winery 217 W. Main Street Genoa, IL (815) 784-4540

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322 W. State Street Sycamore, IL (815) 991-5266

Acquaviva Winery 47W614 Illinois 38 Maple Park, IL (630) 365-0333 Acquaviva Tasting & Wine Bar 214 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL (630) 513-6770

Fox Valley Winery 5600 Route 34 Oswego, IL (630) 554-0404

pStop five: Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant, Naperville 1740 Freedom Drive When talking about Illinois winemaking, Cooper’s Hawk is most certainly the youngster on the trail. But don’t discount youth, or you’ll be missing out on a great wine experience. When wine lovers Tim and Dana McEnery opened the first Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant in 2005 in Orland Park, they introduced Illinois to its first and only winery and restaurant under one roof. Now the company has six Illinois locations, each a satisfying combination of Napa-style tasting room and casual contemporary restaurant. All the wine at Cooper’s Hawk is made in west suburban Countryside. A tasting includes seven to eight different wines for about $7, and offered varieties vary monthly. Three menus are offered — a standard, a sweet and a lux. Event coordinator Maddi Dill walked me through the menu, which included a velvety port called NightJar, a club-exclusive Tempranillo which was surprisingly light on the palate, and a truly delectable ice wine, a dessert all on its own. More than 50 varieties are availble for sale at any given time. Stay for lunch or dinner, or just a bite in the bar, and you can enjoy the Winemaker’s Blend, a Bordeauxstyle wine available only by the glass inside the restaurant. Speaking of food, Winemaker Rob Warren works in constant harmony with the executive chefs, to create wine that complements the food, and vice-versa. Each menu item comes with the perfect wine suggestion.

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Faltz Family Vineyard 2714 N. 4251st Road Sheridan, IL

Lynfred Winery 15 South Roselle Road Roselle, IL (630) 529-9463 Tasting Rooms 127 W. Front Street Wheaton, IL (630) 752-9463 21 W Jefferson Ave. Ste. 101 Naperville, IL (630) 420-9463 971 N Milwaukee Ave Wheeling, IL (847) 229-9463

to have such a wide array of wineries and winemakers right here in our communities, atthe-ready for a great afternoon away. But if you find you have a little more time, I encourage you to venture to the Northwest Loop of the Wine Trail, and experience wine tasting against the landscape of rolling hills and lush green valleys that stretch along the Mississippi. One of my personal favorites is Galena Cellars Vineyard and Winery. I never had a more hospitable visit.

From the tours of the vineyard and property (each step of the winemaking process is housed in a different barn on site) to the history of the land and agriculture from the knowledgeable staff, it's a homespun experience that will leave you as pleased with the charm as you are with the wine.

Even better, you can pick up your favorite varieties close to home, at Galena Cellars Geneva tasting room, right along historic Third Street. Try the sangria blends, this summer, for a perfect patio indulgence.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & ResTaurants 798 W. Algonquin Road Arlington Heights, IL (847) 981-0900 510 Village Center Drive Burr Ridge, IL (630) 887-0123 1740 Freedom Drive Naperville, IL (630) 245-8000 15690 S. Harlem Avenue Orland Park, IL (708) 633-0200 100 W. Higgins Road, Ste. V-1 South Barrington, IL (847) 836-9463 583 N. Milwaukee Ave.Wheeling, IL (847) 215-1200

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Organic Dating Dating and dining converge at dining clubs

By Yvonne Benson

D

ining and dating seem like a perfect match for generating new relationships and good times. Many

people are either “single-looking-to-mingle” or know someone who needs a social kick in the pants to get them into a meaningful and gratifying relationship. If you enjoy a good meal, and would like to engage your foodie side with new friends, a singles’ dining club might be right for you.

SingleSync is an organization that hosts weekly dinner parties and dinner dances called Gourmet Connections. Jim Senhauser (who goes by “Senny”) is the president and host for events.

“Hosting dining events is a great way to ‘break the ice’ in what sometimes can feel like an awkward situation for singles and the newly-single (through divorce or the death of a spouse) as they get back into the adult dating world,” Senny says. “It is a comfortable approach to meeting and getting to know other singles over time who are in the same situation as you on a ‘friends-first’ basis. It is more natural than contrived party games, timed ‘minidates’ or fix-ups.”

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And while the group atmosphere can spell relief for many who may feel the pressure of the one-toone blind date, Senny says that many first-timers remain nervous.

“One thing that I have found is that many singles are apprehensive the first time that they come to one of our parties. Their biggest fear is that nobody will talk to them. Often they bring a friend for support,” he explains. “What they don’t realize is that everybody has been in the same situation they are now. As a result, everybody is very friendly and outgoing and conversation flows freely. For any of our parties, over 90 percent of the people attending arrive by themselves.”

Senny went on to say the Gourmet Connections offers a “relational approach to meeting and dating.”

“Participants can expect to meet a lot of nice single people, who are friendly, outgoing and most of whom are interested in dating and developing relationships,” he says. “Ours is a not a transactional approach like the Internet.”

At every party, about a third of the participants are regular attendees for the area in which the party is being held, about a third are occasional attendees, and the other third are new attendees, Senny explains.

“This is our twelfth year in business, and we have generated numerous of marriages, relationships and lasting friendships,” Senny says. “My lawyer was one of the participants who met his wife at one of our events.”

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Participants can choose to have a SingleSync membership or pay for each event separately.

“We have several levels of membership, with the most popular being free,” Senny explains. “Most events run between $30 and $40, including a full meal. Some are as little at $3-$15.”

Furthermore, the parties are all over the Chicago area, making it easy for anyone to join. Two-thirds of the parties are in Chicago’s suburbs and onethird in the city.

“We host events as far north as Palatine and Highland Park and as far south as around I-55.

We go from the city to as far west as Route 59 in Naperville and South Barrington,” he says.

“People come from all areas to our events. We have some who come from Milwaukee, Crystal Lake, Gurnee, Tinley Park and Frankfurt to our more central parties.”

When asked for a good candidate for a Gourmet Connection, Senny says guests should be between 30 and 65 years old and “somebody who is open to meeting new singles of the opposite gender, the possibility of dating and developing relationships of all types.” Most importantly, he notes, “they should like to eat, talk, possibly drink and dance, and most of all, to be open to having a great time.”

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Barrington is getting ready to party.

Dunn, a lifelong resident and retired former chairman of the social studies department at Barrington High School, anticipates the sesquicentennial fetes will serve as a forum to mark the village’s renaissance by taking an appreciative look at the old and the new in town.

After four years of planning, things are starting to gel for an extended celebration of the stately and thriving village’s 150th anniversary, starting Feb. 14-16, 2015, says Tim Dunn, who co-chairs the Barrington Sesquicentennial Committee with Debbie Villers.

Next spring, other events marking the occasion will involve the village board, local merchants, schools and churches. “We hope to organize landmark walking tours of historic buildings and have placards featuring photos of our historic buildings as they first appeared,” says Dunn. “And we’re working on details of the September, 2015 culminating event: a one-

“We’re excited about the Barrington Village Center project going up on Main and Hough streets,” says Jeff Lawler, village administrator for the past five years. “The mixed-use development, expected to be completed next spring, will bring added retail, restaurant and office space.”

Another bright spot that will add to revitalization of the downtown area relates to the impending restoration of Barrington’s White House, an 1898 home once known as the Robertson House. Citizens have responded well to a fundraising campaign to help finance the building’s transformation into a cultural and community center.

While Barrington, like other communities, had to tighten its belt during the recession, Lawler notes: “We weathered the storm and continue to be in a very strong financial position. Now it has become a habit that anytime we have a process, we look at it regularly to see if it might be improved with

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computerization and technology.”

Barrington has “aggressively pursued” infrastructure projects from road maintenance to water delivery and sewage treatment programs. Response times for fire department and ambulance service calls have shown improvement.

Property values remain strong in the affluent suburb.

Lawler says among the largest employers are High School District 220, whose schools consistently place among the top in state and national rankings; GE Healthcare; PepsiCo; Barrington Park District and Pepper Construction.

Population is estimated at 10,366 (an in-between census count), and growth will continue to be slow.

“That’s not accidental,” says Lawler. “The village always has been focused around open space, though there are a few areas we will likely see some residential growth in the future, primarily in-fill projects.” lakecountymagazine.com

Suzanne Corr, president of the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce, says: “There has definitely been an uptick in the business community. The downtown project has moved forward, and during the last two to three months we have had some 15 ribbon cuttings — indicating activity in terms of new businesses opening or existing ones going to bigger or better locations. That trend is continuing with further ribbon cuttings scheduled throughout the summer.”

Corr points out that Barrington’s motto — “a great place to live, work and play” — is bolstered by the village’s many amenities and the public-spiritedness of its citizens.

The village has more than 200 unique, independent retailers and restaurants; a solid library; diverse recreational outlets from golf to bike and walking paths, and full-service healthcare facility in the form of nearby Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital.

“Collectively, residents are high-energy, entrepreneurial and philanthropic-minded,” Corr says. They support the community’s busy calendar of village-, chamber- and organization-sponsored activities.

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In late May the juried Barrington Arts Festival took place, and on June 14, the chamber partnered with the local school district to hold its first BizEd Community Expo designed to showcase local business, community resources, area leaders and educational programs.

Barrington straddles two counties — Lake and Cook — and even inches into McHenry, and is a hub for the surrounding 90-square mile region. It is part of the Barrington Area Council of Governments (BACOG) whose other members include the Villages of Barrington Hills, Deer Park, Lake Barrington, North Barrington, South Barrington and Tower Lakes. lakecountymagazine.com

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sunset. A favorite of Barrington residents, Uncork also attracts attendees from around the Chicago area, who can travel via Metra, directly to and from the event.

The Barrington Village Association hosts the yearly event at the tent pavilion in the north commuter parking lot in downtown Barrington, at the corners of East Station and Spring Streets, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

General admission tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the gate on the day of the event.

New this year, VIP tickets, $90 each, provide access to an enhanced selection of top-shelf wines and food items, as well as VIP access to the tent and special souvenir items. A $25 “designated driver” ticket also is available, which includes non-alcoholic beverages and food tastings. Tickets can be purchased online at www.uncorkbarrington.com, or at two retail

Uncork Barrington provides an opportunity to taste and purchase from among 50 interesting, quality wines from around the world.

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Admission includes a “passport” to sample the wine regions at Uncork, a souvenir wine glass and generous samplings of delectable cuisine chosen and hand-crafted by local culinary experts. Food sponsors will also have various food items for sale, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.

locations in Barrington: Heinen’s Fine Foods, 500 N. Hough Street and VIN Chicago, 311 E. Main Street.

Proceeds from the event are donated to Barrington area civic and nonprofit organizations, including Career Place, Barrington Area Council on Aging, the Leona Bataille Scholarship Foundation, Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble, Barrington Fine Arts Boosters, Barrington Area United Way, Barrington Breakfast Rotary, District 220 Educational Foundation and many more. lakecountymagazine.com

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Cheryl Voss opened Peaces Art Studio & Adornments at Ice House Mall, 200 Applebee St., Barrington. The studio is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and Friday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday.

Voss will sell her own pieces, as well as art from local Chicago area artists such as jewelry, wall, fiber and metal art and more. Each month, she’ll have a featured artist.

“It basically started as I needed a studio where I can work on my own stuff,” Voss said. “Then I realized I had empty wall space and shelves I wouldn’t need, so I decided to bring (other artists) in.”

For years, Voss worked out of her home, but when she began an apprenticeship with silversmith Bob Moon, owner of Once in a Blue Moon, in Ice House Mall, she noticed vacant shops. Since she was starting to outgrow her home workspace, she thought Ice House Mall was a perfect solution.

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“I got such a positive response and people just loved them, so I started selling them at shows,” Voss said. “My passion is raising money to restore oak woodlands in our area. I love oak trees.”

As a nature lover, Voss said all artists featured in Peaces also will be nature-related artists. For example, this month’s featured artist is Yvonne Beckway of Hampshire, who mixes her own dyes for use in her pieces and even makes paintbrushes out of branches and things found in nature. She works outside on location in a natural area on her property, utilizing the wind to help complete her paintings.

Beckway said she is both excited and a little nervous to be the first featured artist at the studio.

She’ll have seven or eight pieces on display. She has never displayed in Barrington.

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• Barrington Farmers Market The Barrington Farmers Market returns this season to the Village Center at Park Avenue and Cook Streets, and features fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, flowers, pastries and so much more. This popular market is held from 2 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through October 16. For more information, visit www. barringtonfarmersmarket.org.

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Explore the world of “Big Trucks” at Ron Beese Park and climb aboard fire engines, big semis, tow trucks, dump trucks and more. There will be dozens of vehicles and activities for the whole family, including big wheel races, a trackless train and have fun in the inflatables.

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Rack ’em up

Keep your wines award-winning with stellar storage

By Allison Horne

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“Store wine away from light, especially sunlight and fluorescent light,” says Gints Brencis, director of fine wines at DiCarlo Wines and Spirits. “UV rays can damage wine.”

Wine experts from Lake County are sharing their wine storage tips to help keep your collection tasting great until the very last drop is finished.

“Light is not good for the wine, so when we build a cellar, we try to enclose the room so it’s like the inside of a refrigerator,” says Pam Kopp, owner of Lakeshore Wine Cellars.

“When there’s a window it’s like the seal is broken.”

here is a lot that goes on from the moment grapes are picked from the vine to the instant the cork is popped in a wine bottle, and whether it is a 10-year-old Cabernet or a one-year-old bottle of Moscato, storage is a key factor in keeping that bottle of wine fresh.

Basic Storage Wine is a very finicky beverage, and there are many tricks and tips to keep it fresh while storing it for extensive periods of time.

Climate-controlled wine cellars are the most ideal way to store wine, but if that’s not an option, there are some basic helpful tips to maintain its freshness.

For starters, light and wine do not mix. The sunlight can spoil the wine and cause it to become undrinkable.

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Most people opt to store wines in basements and cool, dark places because throughout history, wines have been preserved in caves and cellars. One other positive to basement storage is that there are generally limited windows.

Another pro tip that is very simple but makes all of the difference is storing wine bottles on their sides or upside down.

“Storing wines upright for long periods of time will dry out the corks allowing air to enter, oxidizing and spoiling it,” Brencis says.

By storing the wine on its side, the wine is touching the cork, which keeps the cork moist and prevents it from dying out. It also prevents HOME & LIFESTYLE

air from entering the bottle when the cork dries out. When exposed to air for extensive periods of time, wine will oxidize and spoil so after opening a bottle of wine, it is best to finish it within the week for the best taste.

Climate Control One of the main reasons most people opt to install wine cellars or utilize special wine refrigerators are because it’s easier to regulate climate and temperature controls.

“Insulation, vapor barriers and humidity all play an important roles in building a wine cellar,” Kopp says.

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Storing wine upright for long periods of time will dry out the cork allowing air to enter, oxidizing and spoiling it.

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“Low humidity will cause the cork to dry out, increasing evaporation and oxidation,” Brencis says. “Excessive humidity can promote the growth of mold and cause wine labels to peel off.”

Brencis recommends keeping the humidity as close to 70 percent as possible. Like humidity, temperature is also key in storage, as wine does not generally fare well in heat.

“Wine storage temperature should not exceed 75 degrees for longer than brief periods of time,” Brencis says. “The ideal temperature for storing wine is 54-56 degrees. If temperature changes must occur, they should occur slowly.”

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Kopp has been designing personalized wine cellars for 13 years for venues as large as Binny’s to pantries-turned-wine cellars in homes.

“The average residential wine cellar with a chiller holds right around 1,000 bottles of wine, but we can do as little as a hundred,” she says. “We can turn closets into cellars or make a beautiful cellar in a large, dedicated space.”

Depending on the amount of space available, Kopp can design pretty much anything that a homeowner wants. Each wine cellar is catered to individual needs, and after taking care of the necessities like the vapor barrier and insulation; homeowners can help pick out the decorative ends of things like racking, flooring and the door.

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Active & Inspiring Holly Kim starts locally and leads by example

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or Mundelein resident Holly Kim, her town is more than an address on a piece of paper. It is a place to raise a family, grow a garden and where she works hard to serve her community and make it a better place.

Since moving to Mundelein five years ago, she has become an active part of the community, first through her service in the Greater Libertyville Mundelein Junior Chamber of Commerce, or as it’s more commonly called, the Jaycees. Kim says growing up her parents were members of the Jaycees. She followed their example joining her local Jaycees and diving into community service, event planning and much more.

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“The fact that I can be a role model is very humbling,” Kim says.

Kim is the daughter of immigrants. Her parents left South Korea and came to America in their 20s. They sought to run their own business and Kim recalls their hard work and determination as they endured long hours. Still, they loved their community and made a point to give back to the community through service.

“They did what it took to make it work,” she says.

Today at age 33, Kim fills her days with her family, work and her devotion to the community.

She works full-time as a Manager of Marketing and Communications at a medical non-profit.

She and her husband, Ken Ning, have three children: Wendy, Kelly and Malachi. Ken is a stay-at-home dad who also teaches at a martial arts school.

Using her marketing experience, Kim is frequently chatting with her fellow residents through social media and email to understand their concerns and questions about the village.

Hogan says Kim is a great listener and has the ability to work well with others.

“She is so selfless,” Hogan says. “Her heart is really in this for the community and to make the community a better place.”

She decided to take her experience and leadership skills honed during her time as a Jaycee and seek a new way to support her community. In 2013, she ran for trustee for the Mundelein Village Board.

Friend and neighbor Georgia Hogan remembers working on her campaign.

Kim says her work as a trustee is inspired by making her community a better place for her family and neighbors. From the beginning of her decision to run for office, she documented each step of her own election journey online. She is happy to speak with others about the process.

Prior to becoming a trustee, Kim and several other Mundelein residents formed an educational nonprofit focused on sustainability and selfsufficiency called Village Homesteading Mundelein. Kim describes the group as having three main areas of focus: social, economic and environmental. They have been able to promote sustainability by encouraging residents to turn empty yards into gardens. They encourage residents to shop at local businesses and the group offers free educational programming, such as the recent How to Make Beer workshop.

“We had a few local moms and we went door-todoor, dragging our kids along. The kids learned so much about politics in that experience,” Hogan recalls.

“After seeing the steps I took a few people told me it’s inspired them,” Kim says. “Pulling petitions, getting signatures, it’s not so scary if it’s laid out for you. There are many smart people out there, but they never thought of running for office because they don’t know what they have to do.”

“She’s a natural leader,” Kehrer says. “Her goal is to better the world around us.”

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Write This Down with Michelle Stien

The Bicker Battle

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keep reminding myself that I am going to make the most of this summer. (I am going to make the most of this summer.

I am going to make the most of this summer.)

I promised I would soak up every moment with my kids because, come fall, they will both be in school all day. I have been documenting each day on Facebook with #100HappyDaysofSummer. I have worked tirelessly to plan fun activities to keep them occupied, entertained and living life. I’m trying to stop and notice them, enjoy them and live in “the now.” Despite my best efforts, there are days I want to ditch my minivan on the side of the road.

Here’s the thing: They. Will. Not. Stop.

Arguing. They honestly sound like an old married couple most of the time.

Not too long after my daughter got out of school, somewhere around day 15 of 100, I remembered why I was slightly anxious for her to go back last fall. Even though my son still hadn’t started, at least I got a break from the constant bickering between the two of them. It starts the minute they wake up in the morning and goes on until the last second of each day as they are falling asleep.

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My resident debaters can find just about anything argument-worthy, starting with television rights. Madelyn wants Disney Channel and Colin want Nickelodeon. Colin is sitting too close to her at the breakfast bar and when he moves over he’s blocking the TV. Madelyn wants to sit in the seat behind me in the van, but Colin decides he needs to sit there to be closer to me. We are going to lunch and Colin wants McDonald’s and Madelyn wants Wendy’s. We are listening to the radio and one wants Kidz Bop and the other wants to watch a DVD. They are playing with some random Legos sitting on the kitchen table and argue over who made something out of them first. We have roughly four bazillion Legos and they choose these five random Legos to argue over.

• Michelle Stien is a stay-athome mom of two children, ages 4 and 6. 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.”

They endlessly antagonize each other. At times, they can find annoyance in the other’s mere presence.

Madelyn is the “little mommy,” correcting everything Colin does and says and tries to keep him in line. Colin just likes to get a rise out of his sister (like all brothers do.)

I finally have gotten to the point where I told them that if they don’t stop the bickering, I am going to be forced to go and get a full-time job and put them in summer camp all day. I know that is a terrible thing to say, but it is the option least likely to get me thrown in jail, compared to abandoning them on the side of the road.

We are going to the park and one wants to go to the park in our neighborhood and the other one wants to go to the one by our old house.

We finally come to an agreement on the locale, only to discover one wants me to push her on the swing and the other wants me to join him on the teeter-totter.

Yet, just when I pull out the want ads I notice them playing together so nicely it warms my heart. I listen to them talk to each other, help each other, laugh with each other. It erases all the endless back-and-forth I suffered throughout the day. I guess siblings are meant to fight. I know full well that come fall, they will miss each other and probably seek each other out on the playground.

Everything is a competition, from who can ride their bike faster to who loves me more.

They may fight like cats and dogs, but their bond is as strong as their will.

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or over 20 years, Alice Alviani has poured her heart into becoming the best piano tuner-technician she can be. In 2006, she took her passion to a new level by founding Family Piano Co in Waukegan with Mark MacLeod. The store soon grew beyond piano sales, tuning/repair & rebuilding to include a recital venue, digital pianos, school instrument rentals, guitars, lessons, sheet music & accessories.

Ater Mark passed away in 2010, Alice became sole owner of Family Piano Co. She and her wonderful staff love enabling everyone to make music. FPC carries trusted brands of new pianos such as Kawai, as well as pre-owned Steinways, Yamahas, Baldwins - all lovingly refurbished in their fascinating workshop. They even offer quality student pianos, available for rent or purchase.

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“Pain costs Americans lost productivity, emotional stress, financial stress and even death,” states Pamela. “Pain gets in the way of living the kind of life we desire. We are blessed in this country to have choices. I urge others to seek out specialists whenever and wherever they can.”

Today, she is living her dream and playing full-out as a woman, mother, wife and friend while serving the community and its well being. Pamela is currently a member of Women in McHenry County and a board member on the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce Foundation. When not at work, she enjoys celebrating with others socially, traveling with her husband, and cooking for their family dinners each Sunday.

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At Paradise Park Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility in Fox Lake, working together is the key to providing residents with the best care possible, and providing their families with peace of mind.

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“Great Teamwork Equals Great Care”

t takes a lot of collaborative effort between the management teams, and open communication to find what works best for the residents, families and staff,” said Executive Director Jill Thomas.

Paradise Park provides a non-institutional environment, where assisted living and memory care are centered in four intimate 16-suite homes, located on a protected campus, which offers daily activities.

Each home has its own kitchen, dining and living room. Residents can also keep small pets.

“It’s a safe community where residents are afforded their independence,” Thomas explained.

The community employs sixty-five, the majority of them women.

Each home is staffed with one CNA for every eight residents, an activity coordinator, supervisor, chef and housekeepers. “We try not to rotate staff, so we can establish relationships with the residents. A family feel is so important,” Thomas said.

Thomas, now in her eighth year with Paradise Park, is responsible for ensuring everything runs smoothly, and that the center remains in compliance with Illinois Department of Public Health regulations. “In addition I work closely with the management team to make sure the residents are cared for, and that families are satisfied with how their needs are met,” she said.

Wellness Director Jessica Norwick is a key member of the Paradise Park management team. Her responsibilities include communicating with doctors and outside medical providers as well as her team of eight nurses. One of the nurses also serves as the Resident Care Director, the nursing team’s liason with Paradise Park’s Certified Nursing Assistants, who are the front line caregivers to residents.

Ongoing communication, both verbal and written is crucial. “I work with the nurses during the day, and we communicate verbally and through written reports, and our caregivers communicate with them through the Director of Resident Care. We also have monthly

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nursing staff meetings,” said Norwick, who joined Paradise Park in 2012.

During weekly meetings of the management team, the free flow of information is encouraged. “We don’t have things so rigid, but encourage management to discuss concerns across all departments,” Thomas said.

When issues arise, they are dealt with on a case-by-case basis.

“Sometimes solving the problem is as simple as sending an email to one person. Other times it involves the entire team, where everyone takes on a piece of the puzzle,” Thomas said.

In addition to their work within Paradise Park, Thomas and Norwick have also taken on a larger role in Paradise Park’s marketing. “We’re working to build community awareness and getting everyone excited about being part of it,” said Thomas.

Thomas said that leading a team of women is empowering, because each has a unique perspective, “Women use their care and compassion differently and they’re also not afraid to speak out about what they think. They bring a lot of compassion and knowledge to the table,” she said.

Norwick agrees. “Each one of my team members bring something different, and every one is a valuable asset to Paradise Park. At the end of the day, what’s best for us, is to know that our team is giving the best quality care to our residents, and our families know their loved ones are being cared for.”

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Wine: The Great Debate

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study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in May shows that red wine may not be as big a health booster as once was believed.

Resveratrol, a substance found in red wine, grapes and chocolate, has been credited with adding years to your life and reducing the risk for heart disease and cancer. But in this study, conducted by Dr. Richard Semba from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, resveratrol levels were looked at in 800 people from the area of Chianti, Italy, where diet is rich in resveratrol. The study found no association with higher levels of resveratrol and a lower risk of heart disease or cancer.

Great, all this time we thought drinking red wine was good for us, so now what? Should we continue to drink wine or not?

Fact: Alcohol in any form can be toxic if you drink too much of it. The reality is that many of us drink too much alcohol, which has many negative health effects to liver and brain function, blood sugar elevation and increased weight. Look at your current diet. Record everything you eat or drink every day for four weeks. This may be an eye-opening experience.

Treat food as fuel. We take better care of our cars than we do our own bodies. We would never put the poor quality fuel in our vehicles that we currently put into our bodies.

Fruits and vegetables are loaded with phytochemicals which include resveratrol

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vitamins and minerals that work together to promote health and fight disease. All the current research suggests that a diet that is more plant based and whole food centered, drinking eight to 10 glasses of water (not wine) a day and getting regular exercise are three things that will give you long term health benefits. This does not mean that a glass of wine now and then is not a healthy option. The American Heart Association suggests one to two drinks per day for men, and 1 per day for women is fine. It is the excess alcohol consumption that has negative effects.

Ask your doctor for nutritional advice. If your doctor is not well versed in nutrition, and you need more direction, seek out someone who can offer the experience and expertise you seek.

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Gourmet With high-quality nutrient-rich foods, there’s no shortage of delicious options

Among those good-for-you foods that people are turning to are things like extra virgin olive oil, red wine (in moderation), wild salmon and other wild caught fish, Greek yogurt, organic and/or all natural meats and poultry, dark chocolate and quinoa.

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Francis Ardito, department chair and professor of health and wellness promotion in the division of biological and health science at College of Lake County, said the trends we are seeing today, in general, do focus on healthy eating practices. However, he noted people are failing to address what their healthy eating goal is, be it general health, weight loss, to enhance performance or something else.

When it comes to eating healthier, you might think you have to sacrifice taste and give up all treats.

However, with the ready availability of high quality “foodie” foods, and a recent trend of eating more natural, organic and locally sourced-items, options for healthier eating are seemingly endless.

“All of those healthy choices tend to be much lower calorie,” Ardito said. “Some of the foods that are becoming popular are lower in calories.”

Ardito noted that the trend in avoiding preservatives, additives, etc. makes sense, though people may be ahead of the research in making such choices.

“Intuitively, we know that natural choices tend to be a better and more healthful choice,” he said.

When it comes to seeking out locally-sourced foods, Ardito said it can be a great way to get people vested in their community.

“It’s great to support the community in terms of economic growth,” he said.

It’s also important to look at food and what we eat in terms of mind, body, spirit or physically, intellectually and socially, Ardito said.

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For Good Health “Really, the biggest reason to eat more healthfully is it supports all aspects of wellness,” Ardito said.

It is important to build healthy fats into your diet, which provide healthy calories.

It is also important to look at performance related to diet. Although when talking about performance, many immediately go to physical performance, that is not always the case.

As an example of the benefits of healthy eating, Ardito said he has students that will come in for an evening test and those that made healthier choices, like choosing quinoa instead of a traditional pasta dish, actually performed better on the test, to the tune of as much as a two grade difference.

“Enhance whatever you do in daily life,” Ardito said.

Making healthier choices doesn’t have to be hard, either. There are plenty of sources out there to help people make better decisions.

According to the Mayo Clinic, red wine, in moderation, has long been thought of as heart healthy. The alcohol and certain substances in red wine may help prevent heart disease by increasing levels of highdensity lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (the “good” cholesterol) and protecting against artery damage. And while the effects of reservatrol are recently debated, no one ever has suggested that there isn’t some inherent antioxidant gain from enjoying a glass of your favorite red vino.

A couple good ways to work red wine into your diet include the use of red wine vinegar salad dressings and reducing red wine into sauces.

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The Mayo Clinic also advises that chocolate, and its main ingredient, cocoa, appear to reduce risk factors for heart disease. Flavanols in cocoa beans have antioxidant effects that reduce cell damage implicated in heart disease.

Flavanols, which are more prevalent in dark chocolate than in milk or white chocolate, also help lower blood pressure and improve vascular function.

And anytime you turn on the television, you are likely to see a commercial for some brand of Greek yogurt, the popularity of which has been on the rise.

The Whole Grains Council touts quinoa’s nutritional qualities, including its high protein content, amino acid balance and vitamin E content. WebMD called the Peruvian seed both trendy and tasty, noting it as a great alternative for rice and salads among its uses.

Ardito noted it is also important to consider other variables of healthy eating, like cost and availability. “Fortify your diet with as close of an alternate as you can get,� Ardito said, also advising that people are mindful of eating less, or smaller portions, of those things that are not as healthful.

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According to WebMD, while all yogurts are excellent sources of calcium, potassium, protein, zinc and vitamins B6 and B12, what distinguishes Greek yogurt is its thicker, creamier texture, because the liquid whey is strained out. It also contains probiotic cultures and is lower in lactose and has twice the protein content of regular yogurts. While eating yogurt as a snack or side is appealing to some, Greek yogurt can also be used as a substitute for sour cream.

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Fabulous & floppy I am officially obsessed with the hottest trend of the summer; the floppy hat!

A bold yet nostalgic style of the ’70s, worn by iconic fashionistas such as Faye Dunaway, Cher, and the ever-gorgeous Brigitte Bardot, the retro chic style is back and as sexy as ever. And now we are seeing it on the likes of celebrities Kim Kardashian-West and Kate Moss.

Whether you want to hide a bad hair day or to fend off Chicago area winds, the floppy hat will save the day and your look, keeping you on trend with the stars. The floppy hat is a perfect accessory to any summer ensemble and wellsuited for any event. From vacations and concerts to date nights and ladies luncheons, make sure you are stocked with this must-have item in all of your favorite colors, as well as some neutral tones for those “over-the-top” ensembles that don’t need any additional distraction from their magnificence.

The floppy hat made a big splash in Libertyville last month at the Hot Summer Trends Preview Fashion Show to benefit Chicago Bears Jermon Bushrod’s Visualize and Rize Foundation.

Held at Libertyville’s Shakou (a Top 100 Hot Spot Restaurant), model Tiffany Fabbri rocked a big floppy hat by Akira up in the windows during arrivals and on the runway during the show.

Show stylist Constantine James says “Nothing makes a woman feel more fabulous than a big floppy hat! For this show, with Tiffany’s timeless look and the resurgence of the floppy hat in modern trends, it was a no brainer to put her in the must have look of the season.”

Take Coco Chanel’s words to heart, as she once said “all girls should be classy and fabulous.” Add a floppy hat or several to your collection, as it adds a touch of both, and being classy and fabulous is the Moxi way.

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Feel Fantastic

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Find a dress that takes you day to night

By Yvonne Benson There once was an epoch when a woman would wear a dress and jewelry while vacuuming her home and then dress even more formally for dinner. Today’s woman might occasionally have the leisure and desire to pull that off; however, most are running from one thing to the next with the rapidity of a machine gun. It has become important to assemble outfits that transition easily from day to night, from work to dinner, and from errands to a party. Rosemary Doherty at Savvy Spirit in Barrington has keen insight into this necessity and has the boutique to back it up.

You start with your base garment, “Stay pretty basic,” Doherty says. “You should look for something that you’re comfortable in.”

Flatter your body shape, she continues.

“I would probably think typically something with a drop waist, because everyone’s waist is in a different place. It’s an easier look if the waist is a little lower.” She adds, “I love the Great Gatsby look — late ’20s early ’30s!

“One thing for sure that many people look better in two piece clothing than they do in a dress.” Doherty advises, “It’s almost like buying a bathing suit where you can buy different sizes for the top and bottom because you can control

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it better when there’s no set waist. It’s an easier look if the waist is a little lower. Maybe even look for something that’s two pieces because you can put a skirt where it needs to be on you. Of course length and proportion are important and everyone needs to have a full length mirror so you can stand back and look and adjust. You might see that you need a different pair of shoes or it might need to be shorter or longer.”

Next are the components of the outfit that help a garment transition.

“If you want it to be more casual in the daytime you could do shells and wood jewelry and a pair of flip flops. For night time, you could do shoes and blingy stone jewelry,” she suggests. “There’s a lot of bling out there with jewelry like chunky necklaces and bracelets — that will dress anything up. A wrap or shawl with some sparkle or metallic threads going through it can dress something up too.”

When it comes to color she said, “You’re supposed to mix all of the colors. Say you have a peach colored outfit then accessorize with green and pink stone jewelry. Gold, silvers, and everything is good. ” In short, choose a base dress (or top and skirt) that is comfortable and flattering to your figure and then dress it up or down with jewelry, shawls or jackets, and footwear. Check yourself in a full-length mirror before heading out. Maybe give yourself a sassy wink or pat on the back for being a busy woman who is able to look appropriate and good regardless of the situation.

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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.

July 14 — Counting Crows at Ravinia, Monday 6:30 p.m. at Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Road Highland Park

July 11 — 10th Annual Uncork Barrington, Friday at Downtown Barrington North Lot of the Barrington Metra Commuter Parking Lot Barrington Come out for the 10th Annual Uncork Barrington. Enjoy 48 Quality Wines from 8 Regions, complimentary hors d’oeuvres from 10 restaurants & caterers, a Souvenir Wine Glass and live music. Buy tickets in advance. Please visit the website for updated information. Ages 21 and older only.

July 11 — Rick Springfield, at the Genesee Theatre, Friday 6:45 p.m. at Genesee Theatre 203 N. Genesee St. Waukegan With 25 million records sold, a Grammy® Award for his No. 1 smash-hit Jessie’s Girl, and whopping 17 Top-40 hits including Don’t Talk to Strangers, An Affair of the Heart, I’ve Done Everything for You, Love Somebody and Human Touch, Springfield has no intention of taking his foot off the accelerator. Springfield has toured for over 30 years, handdelivering the hits to millions of fans worldwide during his legendary, high-energy live shows. Tickets are $24-$29.

July 11 through July 12 — Grandwood Park’s Summerfest Celebration, Friday: 5-11 p.m., Saturday: 3-11:30 p.m. at Grandwood Park Lake Grandwood Drive Gurnee

Counting Crows have sold more than 20 million albums worldwide after exploding onto the music scene with their multiplatinum breakout album August and Everything After in 1993. The band is currently finalizing their seventh studio album scheduled to be released in Fall of 2014.

This album will be the band’s first new material since 2007. Known for creating unique and innovative concerts and consistently ranked as one of the top live bands performing today. Reserved seats are $60-$80 and lawn $38 in advance and $43 the day of the show.

July 15 — Events in the Plaza Featuring The Giving Tree Band, Tuesday 7:30 p.m. at Independence Grove Forest Preserve 16400 W. Buckley Rd. Libertyville At music festivals across the country, this band gives their all using a wide array of instruments from acoustic and electric guitars, slide guitars and banjos to violin, mandolin and pedal steel. Their bluegrass and Americana rock sound is compared to classic rock icons like Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Crosby, Stills, and Nash, and the Beatles. Parking is $6. No rain date. Concerts run Tuesdays through August 5.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

July 16 — Car Fun on 21, Wednesday 6-9 p.m. at Church Street Libertyville Stroll around Church Street between Milwaukee Avenue and Brainerd to find beautifully restored vintage

Come out and enjoy plenty of good food, cold beer, kids games, and on Saturday a craft show, family games and a petting zoo.

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Four Days of fun in Downtown Antioch. Carnival rides, delectable foods, and top entertainment. Enjoy live music, Antioch IDOL and kids activities. Enjoy the Sidewalk Sales and find Craft Booths too. Visit AntiochChamber.org for an updated entertainment schedule.

July 23 & 24 — The Wayans Brothers, June 23 & 24 at 8 p.m. at Expo Center, 1721 West Canal Street Milwaukee Four Wayans brothers on one stage? It’s never been done before—until now. Join Keenen, Damon, Shawn and Marlon at the Expo Center for two nights of hilarious antics and comedy too good to miss live.

July 25 — Umphrey’s McGee, at Ravinia Friday: 7 p.m. at Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Road Highland Park Umphrey’s McGee has been relentlessly innovative in both music and fan relations for 16 years and counting. Whereas the band’s stellar reputation is based on marathon concerts that mix original, technically demanding tunes with complex epics and playful covers (ranging from Toto to Metallica), it has chosen the same kind of attention to melody, songcraft, and musicianship. Tickets are $45 for reserved seats and $20 for lawn seats in advance and $25 the day of the show.

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July 23 through July 27 — 86th Annual Lake County Fair, Wednesday-Sunday at Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road Grayslake Come out and enjoy five days of fun at the 86th Annual Lake County Fair. Events at the fair include live entertainment, food vendors, carnival rides and games, live animals, motor crossing, banana derby, demolition derby, flower show, expo hall and so much more. New for this year will be professional lawn mower racing on Saturday and a craft beer festival on Sunday. Please visit the website for updated information.

July 12 — 11th Annual Barrington Brew Fest, Saturday at Downtown Barrington North Lot of Metra Station

Northern Illinois’ largest Civil War reenactment. The Lake County Discovery Museum is proud to present the 23rd annual Civil War Days encampment. The event features infantry, cavalry and artillery reenactors, as well

July 17 through July 20 — Antioch’s Taste of Summer Festival, Thursday: 12 -10 p.m., Friday:12-11 p.m., Saturday: 12-11 p.m., Sunday: 12 - 6 p.m. at Downtown Antioch

Bring the family out and join the Fun! There will be music, pony rides, dunk tank, a car show, games, craft show, food and drink.

Willie Nelson and Alison Krauss will be making a special appearance at Ravinia. Come out for a great night of music, food, friends and fun at the beautiful festival grounds. Please visit the website for ticket availability.

Reserved seats are $140/115 and lawn seats are $38

July 12 through July 13 — 23rd Annual Civil War Days, Saturday: 10am-5 p.m., Sunday: 9am-3 p.m. at Lake County Discovery Museum 27277 N. Forest Preserve Road Wauconda

Join us for 4 days of food, fun, carnival rides and free entertainment and a huge beer tent. There will also be children’s activities, bingo, live bands every night and fireworks on Thursday. Please visit the website for updated entertainment schedule. Bring a blanket but leave the coolers home; no alcohol can be brought into the park.

July 26— Island Lake Lakefest, Saturday: 2 p.m. at Veterans Park 432 W. State Road Island Lake

July 12 — Willie Nelson and Alison Krauss, at Ravinia, Saturday: 7 p.m. at Ravinia Festival 418 Sheridan Road Highland Park

Tickets go on sale soon for the Annual Brew Fest. Enjoy samples of over 50 different brewers, burgers, brats or barbeque from McGonigal’s, Big Iron Horse BBQ, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and Gilbert’s Craft Sausages and fun.

Also live entertainment, bags tournament and a 50/50 raffle. Please visit the website for more information.

July 17 through July 20 — Vernon Hills Summer Celebration 2014, Thursday-Sunday at Century Park, 1101 Lakeview Parkway Vernon Hills

automobiles. The proud owners will be on hand to answer questions. Enjoy the band in Cook Park. Refreshments will be available.

July 19 — ArtWauk, Saturday: 5-10 p.m., Downtown Waukegan Genesee Street Waukegan Join us for another of our monthly ArtWauk events and experience the arts revolution in downtown Waukegan.

Also enjoy live entertainment. This amazing and free event is enjoyed by many and is a night that shouldn’t be missed.

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