FEBRUARY 2012
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Arriving the First Week of February

THE PRETTY ISSUE

Hello and happy February! Our team has really enjoyed putting together “The Pretty Issue”– a first for us. The magazine itself actually inspired this month’s title because each time I am out and about in the community, readers tell me how “pretty” the magazine is– inside and out.
“We love the bright colors used, the beautiful photography and the creativity that is put into each issue– and this even includes the ads!” Each time I hear this it brings a smile to my face.
As you can imagine, it takes our creative team a very long time to replace themes each month and to make the pages so uniquely vivid and bright. First, it starts with the idea, then the fun begins! Once our amazing photographers and writers are complete with their community task lists for the month, and after all of our ads are complete, our creative team goes to work. As the Creative Director, this is my favorite part each month.
For several days out of each month you will find us laying out each page one by one, matching like colors and so on. We pay very close attention to detail and we hope this shows in each issue that is delivered to your home.
I am proud to say that each member on our team puts much pride into every issue and we just want to say “thank you” for all of the beautiful compliments we have been getting. It truly means alot to all of us and to our advertisers who have chosen our magazine to deliver their message to the community. We are all so appreciative of your support.
As you turn the pages this month you will find all things “pretty” available to you right here in your community. From salons & spas, recipe finds and shoe stores, to books about beauty, dining out packages and everything in between. You will truly love every page of this issue!
With Valentine’s Day this month, be sure to browse our Valentine’s Day gift guide on page 29. You will also find wedding ideas and trends throughout the issue. Our dining & cabaret section is packed with great dining and our health & wellness section is as healthy as ever! Special thanks to many new advertisers in 2012. Please contiune to support these businesses and refer your friends to them.
Also, now is a great time to subscribe if you haven’t already so you receive every monthly issue. Wehave many great themes planned for 2012 and we promise more unique stories and features than ever before. View our editorial schedule for 2012 and see which one is your issue– there is something for everyone! Also, we are always looking to feature fabulous faces around town so if you know a neighbor who is doing something remarkable or just being their ordinary wonderful self, please be sure to introduce us to them at editorial@glancermagazine.com.

Lindy Kleivo
Founding Publisher/Editor
lkleivo@glancermagazine.com

Celebrating 11 Years of
Community Publishing this Year!

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EVENTS AROUND TOWN | February 2012 Events Calendar
Featuring close to 100 events happening this month in your community and throughout the western suburbs. From the hottest in health trends to the biggest fundraising efforts, there is something for everyone in your family to enjoy.

> Event Listing, February 2012

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MEET THE BAND | Fletcher Rockwell
On the night of Thursday, October 27, 2011, four men took the stage at Martyr's in Chicago looking a little beat up - well, one of them did anyway. Peter Nyberg gingerly took his place behind the drum set with one foot in a cast, courtesy of a flash mob mugging he'd suffered only a few weeks earlier. It was a big show for the band, and Peter knew the group was counting on him. The band was Fletcher Rockwell, and they admit they like to have fun, but they are dedicated to their music. That night, Peter demonstrated just that as he banged out the show –broken foot and all.

> Full Story

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SOMETHING DIFFERENT | Go Baubling at Baubles
A sure way to enhance your look this February is to add a little bling to your natural beauty, and Baubles by Maclyn in downtown Naperville is the just the spot to satisfy your taste for cute and creative jewelry. Owned and operated by Kellyn Machacek, the store and its Geneva franchise are just as inspiring as the pieces it sells. In 2004, while juggling her roles as a wife and as a mother to 4- and 6-year-old and sons, Machacek decided to open her first store in Plainfield. And for the last six and a half years, she has been sharing her passion for jewelry with her Naperville customers by offering distinctive jewelry for a great price in a fun atmosphere.

> Full Story

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7 SPECTACULAR | Places to Visit in Your Community for a Head-to-Toe Makeover
Whether you have a special date planned for Valentine’s Day, planning for an upcoming trip or just in the mood to feel pretty and refreshed, we ecnourage you to step out for a head-to-toe makeover or just a few treatments here and there to make you feel as beautiful on the outside as you are on the inside.

> Naperville

> Wheaton/Glen Ellyn

> Downers Grove

> Fox River Valley

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BIG STORY | Secrets to Feeling Pretty, 4 Ladies ShareEvery woman has a special secret she holds to feeling great about herself every day. These local ladies define beauty in many ways but all agree that their daily regimens keep them feeling amazing.

> Full Story

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WHO'S WHO IN NON PROFIT | Making Their Community Proud
Non-profits are the heart of a community. They are the organizations which provide services with endless generosity and without thought of return. Here are three leaders of local non-profits.

> Full Story

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CARING & SHARING | Non-Profit Updates Around Town
Giving back feels wonderful and it helps those in need. This monthly feature highlights some of the highlights happening in community non-profit in each issue.

> Caring & Sharing Updates

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EVERYDAY WEST SUBURBAN | Feeling Pretty Starts on the Inside, a Special Story on Giving Back

> Read Christine's Column

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DINING CRITIQUES | DuPage Hot Spots Critiqued This month Cathy Cotter and Laura Price critique some of your local favorites. Find out how they did.

> Monthly Critiques

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RESIDENT RECIPE SHARE | Meet Emily De Palma of Downers Grove
Emily De Palma of Downers Grove was greatly inspired by her mother, Rosa De Palma, a chef par excellence even at 86 years old. As the first woman to open DuPage County's first all natural café (The Cherry Blossom Café in Lombard) and all natural bakery (The Magic Forest Bakery in Glen Ellyn), De Palma presently owns Healing Cuisine Cooking School and the Chestnut Tree Organic Preschool in Downers Grove. In busy times, she makes a lot of warming soups. "I aim for freshly made, quick meals that don't need a lot of actual cooking. Soups cook themselves while I am at home doing other things."
-Kristen Kucharski

> Full Story (Reposted from January 2012)

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WINE CRITIQUE | 500 Years in the Making…
To learn more about wine it's imperative to explore different grapes from different countries. This month's choice is from Croatia - really Croatia?!? Yep! There is one theory that the Zinfandel grape originated there. They've been making wines for 2,500 years. That may seem inconceivable to some but it's true. Although Croatia is considered to be an "Old World" wine producer most of their larger wineries has adopted newer methods - It just so happens the one I chose is more traditional using methods that are 500 years old and I reaped the benefits!

> Column

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BOUTIQUE OF THE MONTH | The Sundance Gallery
With a strong focus on Native American art and jewelry, The Sundance Gallery has increased their offerings to include classic and contemporary American handmade jewelry, gifts and accessories. Owner Janet Smith-Peterson has been in retail for over 26 years, serving the Naperville and St. Charles areas, and she opened her Downers Grove store in 2010.

> Full Story

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RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH | Allgauer's in Lisle
Rich, jewel tones of burgundy, gold and emerald green with warm cherry wood furnishings and accents provide a most elegant and romantic setting for enjoying the finest cuisines at Allgauer's, under the direction of the amazing Chef Nick Landeweer. The Allgauers have been in the restaurant business for over 60 years, and this is one of four restaurants in the family. "Restaurants today seem to close or change hands every minute, and Allgauer's has been a successful, vibrant establishment year after year," says Meg McArdle, Director of Marketing. "That is a testament to the commitment to quality, extremely high service standards and consistency of the culinary and service staff."

> Full Story

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SALON OF THE MONTH | Salon Estem of Glen Ellyn
Cool, casual, and chic, Salon Estem is enveloped in a 100-year-old building with exposed wood ceilings, skylights, and brick wall. Owners Susan Huspen and Sharon Greider bring 25 years of hair and skin care expertise, with an urban and modern flare, to the suburbs. "Our hair department specializes in precision and creative haircuts and multi-dimensional hair color, including our latest and most exciting service addi

> Full Story Reposted from December 2011

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SO STYLISH | Meet Catherine Borzym
Catherine Borzym knew as a teenager that beading would be a big part of her life. As a teenager at North Central College she incorporated her idea into a legitimate jewelry business and in 2008, Kiwi Avenue was born. "I wanted the name Kiwi Avenue to combine quality and value and have both an environmental and social conscience," Borzym says.

> Full Story

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PERSON TO KNOW | Meet Marge Lyse of Naperville Who Lost Half Her Size & Was Featured in People Magazine
Catherine Borzym knew as a teenager that beading would be a big part of her life. As a teenager at North Central College she incorporated her idea into a legitimate jewelry business and in 2008, Kiwi Avenue was born. "I wanted the name Kiwi Avenue to combine quality and value and have both an environmental and social conscience," Borzym says.

> Full Story

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SINGLE IN THE SUBURBS | Meet Patty S., 51, From
Fox Valley
The western suburbs are filled with beautiful single people on the inside and out. Meet them here first!

> Full Story

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CODE CHIC | The Perfect Gown: Here Comes the Fashion
Around west-suburban Chicago, February brings many things. Early in the month, we look to spring. Late in the month (this year), we gain a day. Throughout the month, we honor our past. Right in the middle, we think of love. And through it all, we focus on winter fashion.

> Full Story

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MOM'S LITTLE BLACK BOOK | Whirly Ball for GNO
Did you read the title correctly? This play date adventure is for the mommies to take a break from the daily grind: the hustle and bustle of running the kids here there and everywhere, the cooking, the cleaning, the projects, and tending to the significant others in our lives. You have gone to the spa, had a manicure, relieved stress through a massage; you also probably left feeling relaxed, comforted, and peaceful. But sometimes you need to let loose and release your stress by speeding, bumping, banging, and shooting. Grab your girlfriends for a whole new girls' night out.

> Full Story

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MARVELOUS MOMS | Healthy Local Moms Dish
These moms are busy with their families but always make time for living it right! Get to know each of them and find out what they do to keep not only themselves in tip top shape, but also their families.

> Full Story (Reposted from January 2012)

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I ALWAYS WANTED TOO...

I've Always Wanted to . . .
Know How Boudoir Photography Makes “Average” Look “Amazing”
You've seen those gorgeous photographs of woman intimately dressed, in a bedroom setting, and probably said to yourself, "I would love, but not with this body."
I've always wanted to know . . . how boudoir photographers make fat look thin, bumpy look smooth, saggy look perky and wrinkly look vibrant! Now that is something I'd really like to know! How do average woman look so amazing in these special photo shoots? "A good photographer can make anybody beautiful, t.

> Full Story

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LIFESTYLE | Getting Married, Wedding Trends in 2012

Economic woes continue to play a part in today's weddings. Couples are opting for smaller weddings and choosing to spend their money more wisely. According to a recent study from TheWeddingReport.com, brides and grooms are paying for more of the wedding bill themselves (to the tune of $10,000 - $20,000), and they're having more fun with it.
"We are seeing couples move away from formal and traditional type weddings to fun, romantic, simple, casual, and unique weddings with a touch of formal and tradition," the report reads.
Here are more trends forecasted for 2012, as couples scale back, simplify and reflect their personalities.

> Full Story

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LIFESTYLE | Residents Share on their GNOs

They say men are from Mars, women are from Venus." That's why these local ladies need their girls' nights out (GNOs) to feel reconnected, rejuvenated, and revived.

> Full Story

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LIFESTYLE | Weekend Spa Getaway Winner

LOCAL READER WINS WEEKEND SPA GETAWAY FROM
FALL CONTEST Join us in congratulating Patricia Liss of Naperville! We selected her name at random from those who signed up for our online eNewsletter this past fall and entered our “Girls Only Weekend Spa Getaway” to Heartland Spa. This beautiful package..

> Full Story (Reposted from January 2012)

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LOCAL BUSINESS FEATURES | Special Highlights
Get to know local businesses. Read the story behind the passion!

FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE.....

> Amber Waves, Naperville

> Anytime Fitness, Naperville

> Bri'Zan Couture, Prom '12 Naperville

> Jeanette Andrews Magic, Western Suburbs

> Jeans & a Cute Top Shop, Winter '12 Wheaton

> JK Video Keepsakes, Serving Chicagoland

> Minta & Aggati, Geneva

> Neuroconnection, Naperville

> Pink Hippo Bows, Geneva

IN PREVIOUS ISSUES.........

> Abhyaasa, Naperville

> AliKat, Glen Ellyn

> Ameriprise by Sandra Price, Naperville

> Azar Jewelers, Naperville

> Bella Caley, Naperville

> Bri'Zan Couture, Naperville

> BR Ryall YMCA, Glen Ellyn

> Cindy Fields Designs, Naperville

> Comedy Shrine, Aurora

> Cupboards of Chicago, Serving Chicagoland

> Curtain Exchange, Naperville

> Downtown Glen Ellyn, Glen Ellyn Spa Hop

> Dr. Danielle Bauer, Orthodontist, Western Suburbs

> Fiery Nights Boudoir, Naperville

> Gold Rush Girls, Naperville

> Ink Station, Meet Brett Hart, Owner, Naperville

> Jeans & a Cute Top Shop, St. Charles & Wheaton

> Kicks Shoes, Naperville

> Kowalczyk Orthodontics, Naperville

> Meg & Me, Naperville

> My Happy Feet, Naperville & Villa Park

> My Left Foot, Naperville

> Nortek Environmental, Naperville

> NutriFit, Glen Ellyn

> Ogden Dental, Naperville

> Occasions, Naperville

> Pink Hippo Bows, Naperville

> Power Yoga, Downers Grove

> Qs Cabinets, Naperville

> Rayme's, Lisle

> The Pilates Experiencel, Naperville

> The Red Geranium, Naperville

> Twisted Olive, Naperville

> Vibrant Body, Glen Ellyn

> Weber Orthodontics, Wheaton

> Wheaton Sports Center, Wheaton

> Wheaton Sports Center Spa, Wheaton

> Window Wardrobe, Glen Ellyn

> Yoga by Degrees, Naperville

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LOCAL INDUSTRY EXPERTS | Q & A
The most important questions are answered by our panel of Local Industry Experts.

> Chiropractic Care Naperville Rehab

> Dental Dr. Mike LaKota of Ogden Dental

> Plastic Surgery Dr. John Bull of The John Bull Center for Plastic Surgery

> Healthy Mind & Body Adam Russo, Edgewood Clinical Services

> Flooring Ray Horan, Buff & Coat Hardwood Floors

> Pest Control Doug Hamel, Greathouse Pest Control Services

> Sleep Health Sherman Oaks Dental Center - COMING SOON

> Money & Finance Brian Schmitz, Harris Bank

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