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FOSTERING COMMUNITYChamber CEO Laura Crawford

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BUSINESS & CIVIC 8 VALUE OF VOLUNTEERISM Laura Crawford impacts community through work with Chamber630

10 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION Danielle Bauer gives patients something to smile about

11 A FAMILY AFFAIR Funeral home stays in family for more than a century

12 CHARITABLE CONNECTIONS Giving DuPage simplifies the act of giving back

14 LOVE AND AFFECTION Humane society offers support to animals in transition

HOME & LIFESTYLE 16 FOR THE LOVE OF PETS ... Veterinarian shares insight into pet-picking process

FAMILY IN FOCUS 18 SEASON’S GREETINGS How to stay connected to senior parents over the holidays

HOLIDAY 19 HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS A guide to seasonal festivities

22 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Celebrate the season in Downers Grove

24 LET THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT MOVE YOU Celebrity Dance Studio gives the gift of dance

FASHION & BEAUTY 27 GIVING BACK IS ALWAYS IN STYLE Stratford Square Mall correspondent shows how shopping list can assist the support of a good cause

29 THE BIG CHILL CoolSculpting a breakthrough treatment in fat reduction

HEALTH & WELLNESS 30 ARE YOU DRIVEN? Edward-Elmhurst Health teams with Danica Patrick to promote good health

32 SCREENINGS SAVE LIVES Regular visits, good daily habits contribute to overall health

34 PAIN IN THE BACK Surgeon shares new options for alleviating back pain

DINING & ENTERTAINING 35 TO CHEESE OR NOT TO CHEESE Ivy restaurant manager wheys-in on cheese-and-wine pairings

36 MIXOLOGY MARVELS Three recipes to crank up your cocktail party

OUT & ABOUT40 CALENDAR DuPage County events to attend in November

42 COMMUNITY DRIVEN Local organizations provide essential services to DuPage County

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If there are any qualities that I can claim from my Irish heritage, it’s the love of a good story. Six years ago, I entered my first professional newsroom and, since then, have lived the life of a journalist – ruled by deadlines, hunkered down in the trenches of truth-telling and referring to my AP Stylebook as a sort of writing bible. As the managing editor of Suburban Life Magazine, the tools of the trade are still applicable, and I am looking forward to utilizing the creativity, cleverness and visuality that storytelling for a magazine requires.

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This month’s issue highlights stories related to philanthropy and volunteerism. It shines a light on the local nonprofits and organizations that make valiant efforts to help those in need, further cementing the month of November as a time to give thanks – especially to those who give back.

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Laura Crawford, president and CEO of Chamber630 in Downers Grove, knows firsthand the value of volunteerism.

A Naperville resident for nearly 30 years, Crawford first acquired a perspective on the importance of volunteering while growing up in Palatine and Arlington Heights. As a girl, she joined her parents in a variety of church- and school-sponsored programs, which laid the framework for her own children’s propensity toward giving back.

“In my adult life, one of the first things I did when my three children were old enough was to bring them to a local restaurant in town that opens its doors to the homeless for Thanksgiving dinner,” she says. “We have done it many times since, but that first time it was really hard to get everyone out of bed at 5 a.m. on Thanksgiving. It was an eye-opening experience.”

Crawford has a long track record of community service. She has had positions on the DuPage Water Commission; the DuPage County Workforce Board; and has served as a board member of DuPage Pads – which provides interim and permanent housing and support services to end homelessness.

“I think it’s important to have volunteerism ingrained as part of one’s everyday culture. That’s what makes an impact on our communities and why we’re here,” she says.

Chamber630 actively solicits nonprofits and has nearly 90 organizations on its membership roster. Crawford says that her organization recognizes the contributions nonprofits make to the community, adding that they “take a tremendous load off taxpayer dollars.”

The chamber includes nonprofits in its marketing programs, and Crawford has

lauded Community High School District 99 for conducting an all-day program involving high school students who help various nonprofits by donating time doing things like painting fences and volunteering at the library.

“I think there’s always a way to volunteer, whether it’s offering to help for a short period of time or whatever one can offer,” says Crawford, who acknowledges that a person’s availability is dependent on a variety of factors. “I don’t come across many people asking how to get out of volunteerism. Rather, it’s those who want to get involved in volunteerism.”

Crawford says that there are so many ways to volunteer that “it almost feels like you’re not volunteering but just doing the right thing.”

“If the first experience doesn’t suit, move on and find an option that fits,” she says. “No matter what you volunteer for, you’re learning something ... you’re learning from the clients with whom you work, or from others, while meeting wonderful people.”

It’s important to keep in mind that organizations evolve, she says. At one time Crawford was involved in performing arts

programming at Naperville North Central – now North Central College – where she booked acts to perform in a series of shows. The organization eventually folded, but she says she will always treasure the experience.

The biggest challenge facing nonprofits has to do with the uncertain financial status of the state.

“No one knows what’s going to happen,” says Crawford, noting that the burden of workers’ compensation is a heavy one for nonprofits, especially those that aid adults with disabilities or those in need. “Rates have gone sky high because of one or two claims, which hurt those most in need. At the same time, nonprofits must tread carefully because they are looking for financial support from the state; it’s kind of a Catch-22 situation.”

Crawford describes her participation on the DuPage Workforce Board as “near and dear to my heart.”

Its mission is to put people from the county to work, and the No. 1 complaint from businesses is always the workforce.

“We have a high school program called Attainable Futures which works with sophomores and brings them to four or five businesses for half-day sessions where they learn business acumen – everything from how to fill out an online job application and using the right keywords to building a resume. It involves some 70 students each year in career exploration as they meet briefly – as time permits – with as many of the 70 business representatives on hand.”

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G oing to the dentist was never a dreaded event for Dr. Danielle Bauer. In fact, she rather enjoyed her visits to her

childhood dentist, Dr. Harry Oryhon, and the way staff members took care to make patients feel welcome and comfortable.

So, with an interest in science and a desire to help others, Bauer followed her own path through dental school, earning an advanced degree to become an orthodontist. Now she shares her talents at Bauer & Bauer Dentistry and Orthodontics, a family practice in Wheaton that she owns with her husband, Bryan.

“For me, the best part is the transformation,” Bauer says in regard to watching her patients feel better about themselves and their smiles.

Bauer’s initial interest in science materialized during the time of her mother’s death. Bauer saw her mother battle pancreatic cancer and decided she had to do something.

“After losing her at age 8, I thought I was going to be the one to cure cancer,” she says.

She studied genetic and microbiology at Purdue University, but – as a student – she began to shift her interest away from medical research as she realized she wanted to have a personal connection with patients, too. She found her interest in dental studies and attended the University of Illinois dental program in Chicago, where she graduated first in her class, before continuing a three-year residency in orthodontics.

Bauer met her husband while studying in the dental program. She says forming the family

practice has been a great experience. He provides general dentistry, and she specializes in orthodontics.

Building a practice in the community where they live means that it’s not unusual to head to the office on a weekend to help a patient with an emergency.

She’s also proud of how they are able to be a part of the community, sponsoring events and

volunteering. She and her husband enjoy running, often putting their kids in a stroller and competing in local 5K races.

Bauer’s father, Richard Lewis, says he’s proud of his daughter’s hard work and the practice she and her husband have built in Wheaton.

“They really care about where they work and the

people they work with,” Lewis says.

Bauer has never lost her commitment to help those battling cancer through volunteering and participating in pancreatic cancer research, as well as being a partner of the Ross K. MacNeil Foundation, which is seeking an end to pediatric brain cancer.

Bauer also is active as a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority alumnae. As a member, Bauer networks and supports community outreach initiatives, such as the local chapter’s support for children’s literacy programs.

In the office, Bauer and her husband enjoy providing special care for their patients. They have special equipment, such as a 3-D X-Ray machine with wheelchair accessibility. Bauer also is trained to handle patients with special needs, and enjoy caring for young patients, too.

“That is where she shines,” Lewis says. “She has an uncanny ability to work with children.”

While she sees patients of all ages, Bauer says she especially enjoys working with pre-teen patients who grow up before her eyes. Many will start braces around age 11 and finish up in their mid-teens.

“They all end up taller than me,” she jokes.

Bauer says she also enjoys having her own practice and being able to divide her time between work and her family, which includes three young children.

“We’re either on the soccer field or in the gymnastics arena,” Bauer says in regard to her busy weekends spent with the family. “I’m an orthodontist and I’m a mom, too. And I want to do both jobs well.”

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Matthew Conboy says his father “did his job well of mentoring the next generation.”

“My father is enthralled that his children wanted to follow in the footsteps that he has laid for us,” says Matthew Conboy, who graduated mortuary school with his sister in 1998, and joins a long line of Conboys who have paved the way for he and his sister. “It’s a joy to work with family.”

Suburban Life Magazine managing editor Kara Silva got to talk with Matthew Conboy about the funeral home’s 130th anniversary and why giving back to the community is an integral part of the family business.

KARA SILVA: What do you want people to know about Conboy Westchester Funeral Home?

MATTHEW CONBOY: As a fourth generation family-owned and operated funeral home, we are proud to be able to offer the community the same level of professional service that was established back in 1885 by my great-grandfather, Richard F. Conboy. He was succeeded by Raymond F. Conboy and Peter R. Conboy, and the business now will be managed by Jean Conboy Hanson and I.

SILVA: Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home is celebrating its 130th year this year. How does it feel to be a part of something that has stood the test of time?

CONBOY: It is an honor to be a part of something

that has been owned and operated by one single family for so many years. Considering that most family-owned businesses do not make it past the second generation, the fact that our business is now headed by the fourth generation speaks to our reputation for professional, caring and quality service in the community that we serve.

SILVA: The funeral home is undergoing a renovation at the moment, what are some of the changes being made?

CONBOY: To meet the needs of the families that we serve, we are expanding our two smaller chapels to provide an additional larger chapel; updating the general decor of the common space of the building; and we are giving our exterior a facelift, adding an outdoor sitting area, new landscaping and updated parking facilities.

SILVA: The funeral home does quite a bit of community outreach, why do you think it’s important to give back as a business?

CONBOY: It is the community that we serve that has allowed us to remain in business for as long as we have and therefore giving back to the community is a natural expression of appreciation.

SILVA: What are some of the ways that the funeral home has given back to the community over the years?

CONBOY: For more than 25 years, we have sponsored several events to bring the

community together, including an annual Halloween coloring contest for the elementary schools in Westchester.

During the summer, we sponsor a baseball outing for the senior community. During the event, we usually have more than 300 participants who join us for a free day at the ballpark, including transportation and food. It’s a great day, and we enjoy seeing many familiar faces year after year.

We also have sponsored both Little League and softball leagues in Westchester for many years. Additionally, we participate annually in the Fourth of July parade, entering our horse-drawn antique hearse. Most recently we had the opportunity to help one of our local churches by donating a baby grand piano to the congregation, and we consistently donate used eyeglasses to the Lions Club.

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T he ways in which you can give back to the community are seemingly endless. So, the problem then becomes deciding how

to better allocate your time and money. With so many options, indecision often leads to inaction.

Simplifying the act of giving back is Giving DuPage.

About 15 years ago, Giving DuPage was established to give those living in the county

an opportunity to better allocate their time and talents.

Though the organization has promoted charitable giving and volunteerism for more than a decade, the need for volunteers is as strong as ever. Today, there are hundreds of volunteer opportunities available.

“Our mission is a big one,” says Shefali Trivedi, the executive director of Giving DuPage. “We’re

here locally to help connect you to your passion or interest skill set and our online portal makes it easy to connect.”

The volunteer search portal, which can be accessed through www.givingdupage.org, is an excellent tool for potential volunteers to find opportunities that best suit them.

The needs are diverse. The Fox Valley Academy of Music Performance is looking for help with grant writing; Repeat Boutique could use volunteers of

all ages to help sort, size and organize clothing and housewares; and the ALS Association of Greater Chicago is looking for people to “shake the can” this holiday season to collect funds for Lou Gehrig’s disease.

For creative types who enjoy making things, there is an opportunity to make blankets for homeless pets; or for those who enjoy more scholarly pursuits, there’s an opportunity to donate time as a junior high academic coach.

“The wonderful thing for us at Giving DuPage is we get to support so many amazing organizations,” Trivedi says. “There are so many amazing things being done. The reason I wanted to take this job was to connect the community. If you can make a sliver of a difference then it’s a slam dunk. We’re connecting individuals, families, community groups, houses of worship and businesses. [Life feels] more meaningful when you’re making a difference.”

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Some people have turned volunteerism into employment.

“Oftentimes when they volunteer, [organizations] see the great contributions they’re making so they extend employment,” Trivedi says. “Plus, the portal already has some job stuff posted, as well as the volunteer opportunities. Regardless, the skills that they get from giving is going to make them more attractive on their resume for potential employers.”

In-kind donations also can be made to help those in the community. Bedding, clothing, healthcare equipment, furniture, office equipment, school supplies, toiletries and toys are some of the many items that are needed.

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Trivedi says the organization will publish a volunteer-impact report later this year which will illustrate just how much of a need there is today for volunteers.

“The top reasons people don’t volunteer is because they don’t think there’s a need and they couldn’t be more wrong,” she says. “This volunteer-impact report will quantify the need. We surveyed over 100 organizations and asked them how many volunteers and volunteer hours they needed and it’s several hundred-thousand hours. The second reason is they don’t know where to go to get started.”

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LOVE AND AFFECTION

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WSHS provides homeless animals with training, care and - at times - fairly extensive

medical intervention. The staff members and volunteers care for animals through what is likely the most challenging period in their lives – the time between.

“We do everything needed to prepare our rescue animals for forever homes where they’ll thrive,” says executive director Carolyn Mossberger. “This includes carefully screening adopters so our animals can trust they are being matched with healthy, happy, stable environments where they can love and be loved for the rest of their lives. We are extremely proud of our track record in achieving this goal.”

There are many ways people can help, she adds.

“We’re always looking for people who love animals and want to make a difference in their lives,” Mossberger continues. “We have lots of ways for folks in the community to get involved.”

ADOPTION WSHS always is searching for caring, stable forever homes for animals. If you love animals and have room to share your life with one that needs your love, consider adopting one of the many deserving animals in WSHS’ care. Whether you’re looking for a high-energy companion to join your morning run or a warm ball of fur to curl up with on a cold winter’s night, there’s an animal waiting to join a family just like yours.

FOSTERING If you can’t make a long-term commitment just yet, but have love and space to help an animal in need, become a foster “parent.” Many rescue animals are not well suited for a shelter environment and would do better in a foster home until they find their forever family. So consider signing up to provide one of these animals with a place to stay until they find a permanent home.

VOLUNTEERING WSHS has a very small staff, and much of the animal care is completed by West Suburban’s incredible team of dedicated volunteers. Feeding, walking, grooming, playing, socializing, training – everything that goes into keeping an animal healthy and happy while waiting for a forever home - is done by volunteers.

If you love animals, and have great people skills, volunteering might be right for you. Perhaps you’d like to offer your time at an upcoming fundraiser, spreading the word about the shelter. Whatever your strengths, WSHS can use your skills to help find animals their forever homes.

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“We do everything needed to prepare our rescueanimals for forever homes where they’ll thrive.This includes carefully screening adopters so ouranimals can trust they are being matched withhealthy, happy, stable environments where theycan love and be loved for the rest of their lives,”says Executive Director Carolyn Mossberger.“We are extremely proud of our track record inachieving this goal.”

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Experiencing peace while watching a tank full of swimming fish; relaxation with the sound of a cat’s purr; or companionship with a canine are all good reasons to own pets. Caring for a pet can have profound benefits for a human, but it also can be lifesaving for a domesticated animal.

“When choosing a pet, people should consider several factors,” says Dr. Ken Eisenberg, owner and veterinarian at All Creatures Great and Small Veterinary Practice in Downers Grove. “Lifestyle, housing, family members and needs and financial means are a few of the most important considerations.”

Eisenberg is active in local humane societies and provides insight into pairing people with an appropriate pet. It’s important to understand the personality of an animal in order to know if it will be a compatible companion. Some people volunteer as foster parents to pets awaiting adoption as a means of testing out an animal or breed.

“Rescued animals make wonderful pets,” Eisenberg says. “Adopting an animal from a shelter often means saving its life. A well-run shelter knows the behavior and history of each animal and can assist in trying to place the right pet with the right environment.”

Eisenberg explains that there have been many books written on the topic of choosing the perfect pet, which can provide adopters and pet-purchasers with tips.

Households with small children may consider adopting an older cat or dog that has been shown to be very tolerant to noise, or other stressors placed upon them. Labrador and golden retrievers are the most popular family pet, Eisenberg says.

“For people with severe allergies, fish may be the best pet,” Dr. Eisenberg says. “For those with mild allergies, certain breeds of dogs are low allergen, such as poodles, bichons and Portuguese water dogs.”

Fish may be allergy-free, low-stress pets, but other animals – such as birds – will live longer, be more social and have a higher intelligence, Eisenberg says.

Some people like unusual animals. Reptiles make good pets for the more adventurous pet owner – those with a desire to learn extensively about an animal’s requirements for diet, behavior and husbandry, Eisenberg says.

“Bearded Dragons make wonderful pets for the novice who wants a reptile as a pet,” he says.

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all pets require a varying level of responsibility.

“Try to learn about each animal before choosing to adopt or purchase,” Eisenberg says. “That animal’s life is dependent on you.”

All animals have differing levels of independence. For example, “Cats require a lot of attention but can be left alone for much longer periods than a dog, which may be a better match for someone who works long hours or travels,” Eisenberg says. “All pets are dependent on their owner for food and shelter. Some animals require less attention, such as snakes, while others demand constant attention, such as Siamese cats. Huskies are very independent, while border collies may want your constant focus.”

If you think you have to go to a pet store or breeder to find a specific kind of animal, think again.

“Often the best pets are the ones that have been rescued from a shelter or other rescue organization,” Eisenberg says. “There are rescues that are breed specific, as well as animal specific. Ferret, birds and rabbits all have rescue organizations in the Chicagoland area.”

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During the busy holiday season, time and distance are among the biggest obstacles to maintaining a link between you and

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No one has to tell you how important it is to stay connected, especially during the holidays, which can be a lonely time of year for those living far from family. When there’s a lapse in communication, there’s no telling how long it will take for you to hear about Mom’s last doctor visit, Dad’s latest fishing story or the most recent update on neighborhood activity that can be entertaining or – at times – alarming.

Despite the obstacles that the holidays bring, it’s imperative for the health of you and your senior parent to try to maintain a close relationship. Here are a few ways to stay connected through the holidays.

¢ A PHONE CALL AWAY When it comes to communicating long distance, your senior parent will often do so by phone. Like their younger counterparts, senior mothers and fathers are using cellphones to make and receive calls, according to the National Health Institute Survey. In the first six months of 2012,

roughly one in every three households (about 36 percent) did not have a landline telephone, but did have at least one cellphone.

¢ ACCESSIBILITY WITH THE HELP OF FACETIME AND SKYPE FaceTime and Skype both allow users to chat with friends and family members during a free video call.

FaceTime makes video calls over Wi-Fi from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac computer to someone else’s. It’s a straightforward app that does not have instant messaging or file sharing, making it an approachable option for the less tech-savvy user, and it is built into the phone, making it feel like a part of an iPhone’s offerings, rather than a downloadable app.

Skype is a computer software application. In 2013, Skype reported that its users spent more than 2-billion minutes connecting with each other in a single day. Skype allows users to make affordable phone calls, send text messages, chat with free instant messaging and send video messages.

¢ NO SUBSTITUTE FOR FAMILY VISITS When a phone call or online communication session won’t do, it’s time for a quick visit or a family trip. A visit may focus on a Sunday afternoon drive or an evening indoors, playing cards, making cookies, wrapping presents or

playing board games. The holidays are full of family traditions, so why not make visiting your senior parent part of your seasonal routine.

Almost any setting will provide an ideal opportunity to strengthen familial bonds. Centering visits around your parent’s hobbies can help foster and engaging encounter. If Dad likes collecting stamps, visit a hobby shop; or if Mom could spend hours perfecting her needlepoint techniques, then have her teach you how to needlepoint. Shared hobbies are a way to immerse yourself in an activity and a relationship.

Of the many advantages of getting older, one of the best is being able to spend more time with family, according a nationwide Pew Research Center Survey taken by older adults. Twenty-eight percent of adults ages 65 and older say what they value most is the chance to deepen bonds with loved ones. No matter the activity, connectivity is crucial.

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Before Thanksgiving turkey and pumpkin pie have hit the dining room table, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Here are a few local, seasonal festivities to look forward to this holiday season:

õ Polar ExpressWhat has become a wildly popular Christmas tradition is inspired by the Chris Van Allsburg book “The Polar Express.” Area communities have arranged their own versions of the magical tale. Events are quick to book to capacity so early reservations are always recommended. Every Polar Express event includes a meeting with Santa and a reading of “The Polar Express” story.

DOWNERS GROVE: Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train will take place Nov. 21. The train will depart the Downers Grove Main Street Train Station, 5001 Main St., and travel to the “North Pole”(Aurora). For more information, visit www.dgparks.org or call 630-963-1300.

ELMHURST: Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train will take place from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and 3 to 5:15 p.m. Dec. 6. The train will depart Elmhurst Metra Station, 128 W. 1st St.,

and travel to the “North Pole” (Elburn). For more information, call 630-993-8901.

HINSDALE: Santa on the Hinsdale Holiday Express will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6. The train will depart Hinsdale Metra Station, 21 W. Hinsdale Ave., for the “North Pole” (Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora), where a buffet-style meal will be served. The event is restricted to Hinsdale residents only, with participants selected by lottery. For more information, call 630-789-7090.

WHEATON: Santa on the Wheaton Santa Express will take place Dec. 6, 12 and 13, departing from Wheaton Metra Train Station, 402 W. Front St. For more information, call 630-510-4956.

GLEN ELLYN: Santa on The Polar Express Storytime Train will take place from 1:10 to 2:40 p.m. and 5:10 to 6:40 p.m. Dec. 12; 3:10 to 4:40 p.m. and 5:10 to 6:40 p.m. Dec. 13. The train departs from Glen Ellyn Metra Station, 551 Crescent Blvd. For more information, visit gepark.org.

BURR RIDGE: Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train will take place from 9:14 a.m. to 12:55 p.m. Dec. 13. The train will depart from Hinsdale Metra Train Station. For additional information visit www.brparks.org.

õ Downtown CelebrationsThe beautiful downtown areas of DuPage County communities will kick off the holiday season with a variety of family events.

The annual Holiday Walk will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Nov. 27 in downtown Glen Ellyn. The theme of the walk is “Home for the Holidays.” The event will include a Santa visit, tree lighting ceremony, treats and holiday shopping. For more information, call 630-469-0907.

Westmont’s annual Holly Days Winter Festival will kick off Nov. 28 with the “Ugly Sweater 5K,” followed by the Frosty and Friends Night Parade at 5 p.m. The festival will feature a month of activities and events, including a craft bazaar, a museum open house, visits with Santa in his workshop, Polar Express trips, ice skating under the lights at Veterans Memorial Park and more. For more information, call 630-963-5252.

The Little Friends: Holiday Parade of Lights will take place Nov. 29 in downtown Naperville. The event will include visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, a parade, entertainment and more. For more information, call 630-544-3357.

Santa visits on the Naperville Riverwalk will take place Dec. 1 through Dec. 23. Admission is free, with photos available

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Holly Days will take place Dec. 4 in downtown Warrenville. The annual event will include a tree lighting, holiday music, horse-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment and more. For more information, call 630-393-7279.

Hinsdale’s 50th annual Christmas Walk will take place Dec. 4 and will include ice carvings, holiday carolers, animated Christmas characters, a visit from Santa Claus and the annual tree-lighting ceremony. For more information, call 630-323-3952.

õ Historic Venue CelebrationsNaper Lights will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Nov. 29 through Jan. 1 at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. Events will feature holiday light displays, free hot chocolate and music.

Cantigny Park’s Mistletoe Market, featuring holiday shopping and hand-crafted gifts, will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. Dec. 5. Cantigny will host its Celebrate the Season Holiday Festival from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 5. The park will be decorated for Christmas and will feature a variety of family programs and activities. For more information, call 630-260-8216. Cantigny is located at 1S151 Winfield Road in Wheaton.

The Holiday Market at Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 12 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13. The market will feature hand-crafted holiday gifts. A portion of the proceeds from sales will benefit the next restoration project at the estate. Admission is free. Mayslake Peabody Estate is located at 1717 W. 31st St. in Oak Brook.

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Gingerbread Festival The annual Gingerbread Festival will take place Thanksgiving weekend (Nov. 27 through Nov. 29) in downtown Downers Grove. The festival will feature a breakfast with Santa at Pinecone Cottage Tea House and Ballydoyle Irish Pub, visits with Santa, a Gingerbread House Contest, a tree lighting ceremony, story-time at the library, Small Business Saturday holiday shopping, complimentary carriage rides and more.

Tree Lighting Ceremony Downers Grove’s annual downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 27 at the Main Street Train Station, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove.

Gingerbread House Contest The seventh annual Gingerbread House Contest will run Nov. 27 through Nov. 29 in conjunction with the Gingerbread Festival. Gingerbread houses will be on display throughout downtown Downers Grove from Nov. 27 through Dec. 14. To vote for your favorite gingerbread

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Victoria Christmas The Downers Grove Museum will host a Victoria Christmas at 1 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Victorian Blodgett House. Participants will tour the holiday-decorated house and drink hot apple cider while learning about Christmas traditions from the Victorian era. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, email [email protected]. The Downers Grove Museum is located at 831 Maple Ave. in Downers Grove.

Winter Wonderland Light Decorating Contest and tour The Winter Wonderland Light Decorating Contest judging will take place Dec. 14 through Dec. 16. To view the houses entered in the contest, visit the Downers Grove Museum for a guided tour of the houses Dec. 15 and 16. Perusers of holiday decor also can enjoy a cup of hot chocolate during the light-viewing tour. Tickets cost $5 for residents an $8 for non-residents.

Winter Wonderland contestants will be judged on first impression, use of lights and decorations and overall presentation. The winner of each category will receive a prize. Addresses of all of the homes in the contest will be included in the Holiday Decorating Contest map and also will be available at downtowndg.org. Judging will take place Dec. 14 through Dec. 16. Holiday lights will be on from 5 to 10 p.m. each night. The deadline to register is Dec. 11. The contest is only open to Downers Grove residents and the 2014 winner will not be eligible to win prizes.


Nothing spreads Christmas cheer like doing something together this year!There’s no time of the year more festive than the holiday season, and no activity that celebrates that holiday spirit better than dancing!

Whether you are young or old, light on your feet or a bit more reserved, dancing can be a great way to socialize, connect and celebrate the season.

Knowing how to dance can change a boring function into a delightful night out. Imagine stepping out at an upcoming charity gala, or a company holiday party, and gliding with confidence across the dance floor.

Get started by taking a dance class for a weekly date night. Dance lessons are available to experienced dancers and beginners, alike. Popular ballroom dances could include the waltz, fox trot, swing, tango, cha-cha, rumba, samba, mambo, merengue and more.

Many studios offer private lessons, as well as group classes, which can become a night out all on their own. As you connect with other couples, share a dance and a few laughs, you’ll also be learning steps to dances that will last long after the classes have been completed.

Learning to dance is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays and is a perfect gift for others as well. Give the gift of dance to your friends and loved ones, and create your own social network of dancers at the ready for Saturday night.

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RETAILERS:• KOHL’S: Kohl’s Cares combines community giving and volunteer programs that support children’s health and education, environmental initiatives and women’s health, specifically breast cancer programs. As stated on the Kohl’s website, “We envision a future where kids are healthy and resources are plentiful, because the way we see it, giving back also means looking ahead.”

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• WHOLE FOODS: Whole Foods Market prides itself on being set up differently than most large companies. Overall, its community giving exceeds 5 percent of its net profits each year. Whole Foods’ programs include Whole Planet Foundation, Whole Kids Foundation, Whole Cities Foundation, Whole Trade Guarantee, Community Giving and Local Producer Loan Program. When walking into a Whole Foods Market, it becomes abundantly clear Whole Foods is all about community support.

• COSTCO: Costco Wholesale supports local charitable and community activities in each market in which it is located. Children, education and human services are specific programs Costco supports. The United Way, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the American Red Cross are just some of the charitable organizations that Costco supports.

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u FAT REDUCTION VERSUS WEIGHT LOSS It’s a common misconception that weight loss and fat reduction are the same thing. They’re not. When you lose weight, the fat cells become smaller, but the number of fat cells remains the same. When you gain weight, those fat cells become larger again. CoolSculpting can reduce the number of fat cells in the treated areas. And, fat cells that don’t exist can’t grow. Once fat cells are eliminated, they’re gone for good. Whether or not you weigh less, the body will appear to be slimmer.

Americans have long been waging war on weight loss. Roughly two in three adults are considered to be overweight or obese, according to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2009-10).

It’s no secret that looking good has a lot to do with feeling good. When clothes fit better, we feel better. But sometimes exercise and healthy eating can’t overcome genetic predisposition or fix the more stubborn areas that collect deposits of fat, like the tummy or love handles.

One alternative route to weight loss is CoolSculpting. Cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, CoolSculpting is a non-surgical fat reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling for permanent freezing, which eliminates up to 25 percent of unwanted fat cells.

The CoolSculpting technology targets fat cells underneath the skin, which are then crystallized (frozen) and die. Over time, the body processes the fat and eliminates the dead cells on its own.

The CoolSculpting treatment is considered one of the leading non-invasive fat reduction procedures. Here are some quick facts about the procedure.

For more information about CoolSculpting, visit coolsculpting.com.

THE BIG CHILL CoolSculpting a breakthrough treatment in fat reduction with DR. NESREEN SUWAN

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You’ve likely seen her over the past months, smiling down from billboards across the suburbs, encouraging local

residents along their morning and evening commutes to be as driven in their personal wellness as they are

in their careers.

Race car driver Danica Patrick serves as the spokesperson for Edward-Elmhurst Health’s initiative, “Healthy Driven ” designed to encourage people to think about their own wellness by engaging in a mix of interactive education, health screenings and wellness challenges for all ages.

Danica Patrick, who will serve through early 2016 as the system’s

“Healthy Driven” spokesperson, is prominently featured on several pages of the healthcare organizations new website EEHealth.org.

Other highlights of the new website include Healthy Driven blogs, an easy-to-use “Find a Doctor” search function, ER Wait Times and Edward-Elmhurst’s HealthAware screenings, which are free, five-minute tests to determine a person’s risk for diseases or disorders.

“We have many interactive parts of our web-site,” says Chief Marketing Officer Brian Davis. “You can request an appointment, sign up for a newsletter, even “live chat” with a behavioral health representative.

The already influential Healthy Driven Challenge

also is incorporated into the new website, featuring motivational nudges in three areas: emotional, nutritional and physical.

“Spin the Healthy Driven Challenge wheel and you may be challenged to watch an entire sunrise or sunset this week, or to cook all meals at home for a week and eat in. Our team has consulted with our experts and come up with some fun and engaging ways to help you move your health forward,” he says.

Mostly, the new site is about information, and getting that information easily and efficiently into the hands of the people who need it.

“Consumers who are sick or are seeking health care or wellness information want quick and straightforward answers to their questions and connections to needed services – and that’s what we’re delivering,” he says “Through EEHealth.org we want to help prospective

and existing patients easily connect with our physicians and services, and to stay motivated to stay as healthy as possible.

“For example … If you’ve just become pregnant, you can go to EEHealth.org and easily find an OB/GYN and request an appointment, sign up for a pregnancy newsletter, watch a quick and informative video about our services, and research our quality scores … all from your computer, tablet or cellphone. You can also sign up for MyChart, our free and secure website that gives you direct online access to information from your electronic medical record (EMR). It enables you to securely manage and receive information about your health.”

The site also will feature a variety of bloggers on health and wellness topics, including Patrick, who will continue to act as the face and voice of the “Healthy Driven” campaign.

ARE YOU DRIVEN?Edward-Elmhurst wants to help you gear up for great healthBy SHERRI DAUSKURDAS

NEW WEBSITE STEERS COMMUNITY TOWARD HEALTHY CHOICES, HABITS


“Danica is posting about ways to eat, live and be healthy and inspire you to make health your number one priority,” Davis says. “We also looked at educating patients about heart disease and cancer, the No. 1 and No. 2 killers of men and women. And we’re also focusing on “Healthy Driven” moms. Through each blog we’re telling stories, including many patient success stories – our Healthy Driven Heroes – to inspire others.”

The online offerings complement an expansion of services since the merger of the Edward and Elmhurst health care organizations.

“Today, people want access to health services and information when they want and where they want it and, preferably, as close to home as possible – or even in their home with eVisits and video visits,” Davis says. “That’s why we’re piloting video and eVisits and have so many Walk-In Clinics in Jewel-Osco, with more on the way. It’s why we offer same-day primary

care appointments and why we’re expanding our immediate care services. It’s also why we publish our wait times for our ERs and Walk-In Clinics on EEHealth.org.

“Consumers have a choice when they shop for health care and are spending more for health care out of their own pockets. We want them to choose Edward-Elmhurst. EEHealth.org is an extension of that access to Edward-Elmhurst and helps facilitate that connection and engagement with our patients.”

Edward-Elmhurst Health’s Danica Patrick Healthy Driven Challenge gives participants an opportunity to select health challenges from three categories on their desktop, tablet or mobile device:

• Nutritional (for example, replace soda or juice with water for one week)

• Physical (take the stairs instead of the elevator at work)

• Emotional (volunteer at a local charity)

“We are willing to do whatever it takes to improve the health of the communities we serve,” says Brian Davis, chief marketing officer for Edward-Elmhurst Health. “We want to help our patients move their health forward - wherever they are - in their lives.

“Our goal is to help our patients reach their goals ... to nudge, nurture and support our patients to help them achieve their Healthy Driven goals,” he says.

One method Edward-Elmhurst Health has used is the promotion of HealthAware Screenings - free, five-minute tests to determine a person’s risk for diseases or disorders. Tens of thousands have taken the HealthAware screenings since they began in 2009, with thousands seeking and

receiving additional testing and treatment after they were found at-risk. The Edward-Elmhurst HealthAware Center includes assessments for addiction, anxiety, breast cancer, depression, diabetes, heart disease, lung cancer, sleep disorders and stroke.

Edward-Elmhurst Health, which began its “Healthy Driven” program in late 2014, includes Edward Hospital, Elmhurst Hospital and Linden Oaks Behavioral Health. The system, created in 2013 following the merger of Edward Hospital and Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare, has more than 50 outpatient locations across a service area of 1.7 million residents in the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago, 7,400 employees and 1,900 physicians on staff.

“For patients, the merger has meant more convenience, more physician specialists from which to choose, and higher quality of care as we share best practices,” he says.

Edward-Elmhurst Health is one of the larger integrated health systems in Illinois, with nearly 2,000 physicians representing nearly 100 medical and surgical specialties and subspecialties.

“While large enough to provide your family

with the services they need, we also provide very personalized care in warm and soothing environments,” he says

According to an NRC survey in 2015, Edward-Elmhurst is the preferred hospital system in DuPage and Will Counties for many important services, including heart care and emergency services.

“That means that area residents can get high level care from a trusted provider for nearly every condition and disease that they may face – all within one suburban hospital system with locations near their home or workplace.”

The merger also has allowed the healthcare system to expand service offerings, bringing care closer to residents through Walk-In Clinics in Jewel-Osco and the expansion of behavioral health services through Linden Oaks.

“What makes EEHealth.org unique is the opportunity it provides - in so many ways - for people to get engaged in and take charge of their own health,” says Pam Davis, System CEO, Edward-Elmhurst Health. “Edward-Elmhurst Health is a leader in prevention and wellness, and we’re determined to motivate as many people as possible to join us in that effort.”

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“The annual physical is probably the most important step you can take toward good health,” says Dr. Nicholas Love, a family medicine physician with Edward Medical Group. “This is when you can find out what you need and not miss important screenings based on your age and risk factors.”

The most common screenings are structured by age. These include:

• MAMMOGRAM – Recommended annually beginning at age 40, or younger if other risk factors or family history suggest it. “You don’t need a doctor’s order anymore to get a mammogram at Edward,” he says. “You can just decide to come in.”

• COLONOSCOPY – Recommended at age 50, or younger if other risk factors or family history suggest it. “Colon cancer is common, says Dr. Richard Finegold of Elmhurst Clinic. “It is third in cancer related deaths. But it starts as slow-growing polyps in a very curable, asymptomatic state.” The increase in the detection and cure rate is attributed to increased screenings, as doctors are catching it before it spreads, he says.

• PROSTATE EXAM – In men after 50 years old. Women should be screened at 40 or 45. “Some suggest a PSA annually, and that’s a good test,” Love says. ”But it’s not as good as prostate exams are for detecting prostate cancer. It’s a great diagnostic tool.”

• CARDIOVASCULAR SCREENINGS – Women at age 40 and men at 50, and then every other year.

• PAP SMEAR – The most common screening tool for women, typically done annually. “Pap smear is tremendously effective

for detecting cervical cancer and - as a result - the rate of this cancer has dramatically dropped,” says Finegold. “It was the leading cause of cancer in the 19th century.”

For older adults, screenings become even more important, as do regular vaccinations.

“As we age, our immune systems aren’t as strong, and we need to protect ourselves from the elements,” Love advises. Bone scans also are important to look for deterioration and loss.

Today, recognizing the important benefits of early detections, Edward-Elmhurst Health offers easy access to health screenings, encouraging people to get in and get tested.

Aurora resident Matthew Reven knows the benefits first-hand. Reven, a trim, 56-year-old former Marine, didn’t imagine the free stroke and vascular screening would lead to diagnosis of a large, life-threatening abdominal aortic aneurysm, immediate hospitalization and surgery. He had a risk factor he was unaware of – a grandfather who’d been treated for an abdominal aortic aneurysm years earlier.

An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a swelling of the lower part of the aorta, the large blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. One section of Matthew’s aorta had enlarged to almost three times its normal diameter.

He underwent endovascular repair surgery, a less invasive alternative to open-abdominal surgery. Reven’s follow-up scan at four weeks looked good and he was back to his job in IT management within a couple of weeks.

Many people with aneurysms, high blood pressure and certain other conditions have no symptoms, and that’s why screenings are

so important. The screening results can help doctors determine an appropriate course of medication, as well as how often to schedule screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose.

And while screenings are intrinsically tied to keeping us in good health, nothing is more important than taking good care of yourself at home, avoiding fast food, not smoking and limiting unhealthy snacks.

“Smoking aggravates everything. Cardiovascular, cancer, emphysema,” says Finegold. “If you quit smoking, it helps everything,”

And of course, there is regular exercise.

“If you just lose seven to 10 percent of your weight, you’ll be so much healthier you wont believe it,” Finegold says. “If I tell a patient nothing else, I tell them to exercise a half-hour more than now. Cut 500 calories from the diet. This will typically account for the five to seven percent loss.”

Other benefits are blood pressure reduction, improved mental well-being, more energy in the day and a boost in bone strength, which tends to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

“Exercise can take care of most of the things we are currently taking prescription drugs for,” Love says.

Regular visits, good daily habits contribute to overall health By SHERRI DAUSKURDAS

SCREENINGS SAVE LIVES

When it comes to going to the doctor, chances are that it’s not at the top of anyone’s list of favorite things to do. But the benefits of regular visits and timely screenings should be driving adults to appointments with physicians.

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Matthew Reven and his wife, Silvia, know the value of screenings. A routine vascular screening identified a dangerous aneurysm in time to save his life.

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Gerhard Bender, 79, first came to see me in 2014. He had been experiencing back pain for two years. His story will help illustrate some of the benefits of the coflex approach. Gerhard went through a couple of rounds of chiropractic treatment and a series of epidural steroid injections. Relief was only temporary. An MRI exam showed facet joint arthritis in his lower back. Facet joints link each vertebra and allows the back to bend and twist. Gerhard’s arthritis eventually caused pressure on the nerve from stenosis – a narrowing of the space surrounding the spinal cord – which led to the chronic pain in his back and leg. By the time he came to see me, he was limping and using a cane.

Conservative treatments weren’t working; it was time to consider surgery. Traditionally,

this involves a process called decompression to remove excess bone and other tissue. Often a second step is needed: fusion of two or more vertebrae, using screws and rods, to stabilize the spine. The downside of fusion is that it eliminates movement of the involved vertebrae.

Gerhard was a good candidate for a much less invasive alternative – a

coflex implant. During his surgery in July, I did a decompression and then used the same small, midline incision to insert a titanium coflex device in the back of his spine. The implant provides stability and helps keep the spinal column from re-narrowing. The coflex procedure adds minimal time following the decompression, and there’s no need for screws or destruction of discs.

When Gerhard came in for a follow-up appointment one week after the surgery, he said that he was essentially pain-free.

Another new implant-based spinal procedure uses the Kiva VCF Treatment System, approved by the FDA in 2014 to treat painful vertebral compression fractures. This type of fracture often results from osteoporosis, but also can be caused by trauma or tumors.

The Kiva device is a plastic coil that sets and supports the spine while the fracture heals. The patient’s bone will view the plastic as similar to bone. While the Kiva implant is augmented by just a small amount of cement, traditional VCF repair relies on large amounts of cement alone to stabilize the spine. Compared to the traditional approach, the Kiva implant seems to result in significantly fewer returns to surgery to repair damage to adjacent vertebrae. Patients have been reporting rapid pain relief.

When fusion needs do arise, we’re seeing key advances in the cages (spacers) for insertion between vertebrae. The new expandable models, such as the Luna 360, are larger, but can be inserted into the disc through holes of just 7 to 9 millimeters. The Luna 360 requires less removal of bone and tissue to place the cage and less movement of nerves, compared to traditional cages. The Luna 360 also offers better stabilization and the possibility of a bigger bone graft through a smaller hole.

These new technologies reflect today’s emphasis on minimally invasive procedures, quicker recoveries and better outcomes.

NEW OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO

BACK-PAIN SUFFERERSwith DR. RYON HENNESSY

u For more information about Edward-Elmhurst Health’s treatment of spine conditions, visit www.EEHealth.org/services/orthopedics/specialties/spine.

In recent years we’ve seen some exciting new products that have improved surgical options for patients with uncontrolled back pain. One such advance is the coflex Interlaminar Technology, which was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2012.

Ryon Hennessy, MD, is a board certified orthopedic surgeon at Elmhurst Hospital and Orthopedic Specialists, S.C. His special interests include spinal surgery, joint replacement and sports medicine.

Gerhard Bender

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Ivy manager wheys-in on cheese-and-wine pairings With JASON SANDQUIST

“Experimentation” is a fitting word to describe the contents of a cheese plate or charcuterie tray.

Stilton, brie, sweet cheddar, Camembert, Chevre mousse, Roquefort … . The list could go on for a while. These, as well as other cheeses, might comprise a restaurant’s cheese plate or become an accompaniment to a selection of charcuterie. Each cheese is unique to the palate and to the country of origin.

Stilton – named after a village in Cambridgeshire, England – is known for its characteristic strong smell and taste. In order to counter the saltiness of the Stilton cheese, try a varietal that is on the sweeter side. Chenin blanc, gewurztraminer and riesling all have a great richness and flavor that will pair nicely with Stilton.

Pairing a cheese plate with a new wine or faithful favorite can make for an intimate dining experience. Various wines and cheeses from the same regions can be paired together because they are affected by the same elements – weather, climate and soil – which imbues them with similar characteristics.

When exploring the world of wine, begin a dialogue with your server, sommelier or the house wine expert to find out about the different features of vino varietals and to see if there are any new or seasonal additions to the wine list. Right now, for example, try pairing a fruity red wine with goat cheese or tangy blue cheese.

As your taste buds get acquainted with new wines and cheeses, remember that while some flavors may be surprising, having fun during the tasting process is crucial to finding compatible combinations you love.

Jason Sandquist is the general manager at Ivy restaurant in downtown Wheaton. His favorite wine is Emeritus Pinot Noir and his favorite season is winter in the Midweset.

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STIRRED NOT SHAKEN: Combine ingredients (except for the cherry) in a mixing glass and stir before straining the concoction into a martini glass. Final step: top with cherry.

TIP: For best results, only prepare one cocktail at a time

PAIR WITH: Meat! The smoky Scotch is complemented best with other strong flavors, such as grilled meat. They won’t overpower each other.

Impress partygoers with this gorgeous drink.

INGREDIENTS:• 2 ounces Bourbon• 1 ounce pomegranate juice• ½ ounce lime juice

(freshly squeezed, preferably)• ½ oounce simple syrup*• 1 tablespoon of dried egg whites• Ice

*How to make a simple syrup: Using a 1-1 ratio of water to sugar, heat the substance over low heat until the sugar melts, then cool it at room temperature. Many recipes will use a 2-1 sugar-to-water ratio, but I prefer mine to be less sweet.

TIP: The dried egg whites are available at bar supply stores or on Amazon.com, and they are what give cocktails foam. Dry shaking, which is when you shake a concoction without ice, will yield the desired foam-effect.

SHAKE IT UP: Mix the ingredients together – except for the ice – and vigorously shake them together. Add ice and shake again; then strain into a coupe cocktail glass.

Pair with: Lighter foods, such as chicken, fish, pork and salads. The acidity in the sour complements fish well.

Visal Kheam is the owner of Flight 112 in Elmhurst. He has more than 13 years of experience in the wine industry, operating several stores in addition to his Elmhurst wine bar and restaurant.

Three recipes to crank up your cocktail partyA finely-crafted cocktail has the potential to elevate a gathering from ordinary to fabulous. But, unless you have a professional mixologist in the family, your cocktail repertoire probably consists of a gin and tonic or perhaps a mojito, at best.

Never fear, unique and appealing craft cocktails are within your reach. The mixologists at Flight 112 wine and whisky bar are consistently experimenting with different drink infusions and mixtures and coming up with new ideas for cocktails.

From the simple to a bit more complicated, here are a few cocktails to whip up for your next party. (Bonus: We’ve thrown in a few food pairings.)

ROB ROY (simple)

POM SOUR (moderately difficult)

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I’m not going to lie – this cocktail requires a bit more preparation ahead of time, but it is well worth the effort.

First, create a Jalapeño-Infused Tequila. Into a Mason jar, mix one bottle of Midnight Caye Agave Spirit from Tailwinds Distilling in Plainfield with two jalapeño peppers. (Note: For an extra kick of spiciness, slice and dice the peppers; otherwise, leave them whole.) Store the jar in a dark place for 24 hours, then remove the peppers.

INGREDIENTS:• 2 ounces pepper-infused Caye tequila• 1 ½ ounces simple syrup• ¾ ounce lime juice

(freshly squeezed, preferably)• ¾ ounce cranberry juice• Fresh mint• Ice

MUDDLE IT UP: Muddle two mint leaves into the simple syrup and lime juice, then add cranberry juice and ice. Shake vigorously and strain concoction into a coupe cocktail glass.

PAIRS WITH: Latin flavors, meat, pork and chocolate

These creative concoctions will undoubtedly add punch to any occasion, but if hosting a cocktail party still seems like too daunting a task, then leave it to the professionals. You can always bring the party to us, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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A Dickens of a Christmas Holiday StrollSaturday, December 5th

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cost $32 for adults, $30 for seniors and $9 for students. After the concert, a Mad for Mozart and Mama Maria’s pizza party will take place in the Garden Room of the church. Pizza party tickets cost $12 a person. Tickets can be purchased at www.elmhurstsymphony.org or by calling the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra Box Office at 630-941-0202.

FESTIVE FELTING WORKSHOP WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 WHERE: Cantigny Park, 1 S. 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton COST/INFO: The Festive Felting Workshop will feature instruction from the staff of Wool and Company in St. Charles. Participants will use felting techniques to create a decorative Santa, snowman or elf ornament. Light refreshments will be served. The class is for ages 18 and older and will meet at the Cantigny Education Center. The cost to attend is $20. To register, visit Cantigny.org or call 630-260-8162.

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LOCAL ROTARY CLUBS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE Rotary clubs are largely made up of volunteers in the community who dedicate their spare time to hosting fundraisers and helping local organizations. While Rotaries are fairly common in most areas, several chapters in the western suburbs have been making massive strides to help their communities.

“Most towns have a Rotary, and each town is stronger because of it,” Elmhurst Rotary president Mary Beth Harper says. “They are made up of a great group of people that are local, live or work in the area and are making the world a better place.”

The Rotary Club of Elmhurst consists of 65 to 70 local residents who meet once a week to discuss fundraising and events. Funds raised are generally split up, depending on which charities have applied for grants. Some may go to local charities, but the Rotary is an international organization, so some money also is spent with international outreach.

The Rotary Club of Downers Grove has around 40 to 50 members who dedicate time each week to improving the community and supporting people around them.

“I really think the biggest thing is the local emphasis on service above self,” says Barb Webster, former president of the Rotary Club of Downers Grove. “That’s our forte and our best strength.”

The Downers Grove Rotary has a few things in the works this fall, including several “Done in a Day” projects, as well as a gently-used belt drive. Residents are encouraged to either purchase belts or donate gently-used belts.

In addition, one of the “Done in a Day” projects includes purchasing and assembling IKEA dressers for Sharing Connections, a nonprofit that provides furniture and household items to low-income families.

The Elmhurst Rotary also has been busy this fall. The Rotary is sponsoring an exchange student from Denmark, and recently launched its Stop Heroin in Elmhurst campaign, which has raised about $20,000.

“... Elmhurst has been touched by a couple of terrible things,” Harper says. “So, we just formed a special task force and are dedicating the money to stop heroin issues in the western suburbs.”

DUPAGE FOUNDATION SETS OUT TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE The DuPage Foundation was founded 29 years ago with the hope of improving the quality of life throughout the county. Since its start, the DuPage Foundation has given away more than $23 million in grants and has more than 60 million in assets dedicated to servicing the community.

The foundation’s main purpose is to connect donors with opportunities to support organizations in DuPage County, including those related to arts and culture, education, the environment, health and human services.

“The county is large in landmass and population, which brings unique challenges that can become opportunity,”says Dave McGowan, president of the DuPage Foundation. “We do that through endowment.”

Essentially, rather than donating $1,000 to one’s favorite charity, the DuPage Foundation receives contributions and bequeathes it to a permanent endowment that grows as time passes.

This year was a big year for the DuPage Foundation, as it moved from its location in Wheaton to Downers Grove, and also changed its name from DuPage Community Foundation to DuPage Foundation.

“It’s a pinch-myself cool to be a part of this,”McGowan says.“Seeing this new office and how the foundation has grown is amazing. I don’t know how I was the fortunate person to be in this position.”

Although the DuPage Foundation is consistently donating and working on initiatives, it also has some exciting events coming up.

The DuPage Foundation announced in October that it would be launching Arts DuPage, a local arts council that will promote creativity and nurture engagement in the county.

“It’s making the public aware of the great not-for-profit arts in the community,” McGowan says.

The foundation also is looking forward to its 23rd annual benefit, which will take place at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Hyatt Lodge in Oak Brook.

In the past, the benefit has funded the Family Shelter Service, DuPage Pads and other local family services through its silent auction. Last year, more than 250 people attended the benefit, which was the largest one the foundation has ever hosted.

Behind every great local organization are people who care about their communities and dedicate their time to making

them great places to live. The DuPage Foundation and local Rotary clubs have longbeen staples in the community, providing residents with plenty of opportunities to give back.

COMMUNITY-DRIVENFundraising events provide essential

services to DuPage County By ALLISON HORNE

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