INTRODUCING PENN STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENT, KELSEY LENTZ OF GLEN ELLYN, OUR NEWEST SUMMER INTERN This week Glancer Magazine welcomes 2018 summer intern Kelsey Lentz to its Editorial Intern Team. Kelsey is an incoming junior at Penn State University and is majoring in digital and print journalism with a minor in digital media trends and analytics. After graduation, Kelsey hopes to pursue a career in the magazine industry that combines her passions for writing and digital storytelling. We met up with Kelsey earlier to learn more about her. “I love photography, reading, writing and I am a huge movie buff so in my free time you can almost always find me binge-watching Netflix. I am passionate about travelling and hope to one day travel the world as a travel writer. At Penn State I am a part of many clubs and organizations. I am a writer for Valley Magazine which is the only student produced magazine on campus and I am a member of ed2010, a magazine networking club,” Kelsey said. The Glen Ellyn resident has joined Glancer Magazine's editorial team for the summer and will be writing an arts and culture column that allows her to explore her passion for writing about entertainment, culture and lifestyle. "Our team is delighted to be working with Kelsey this summer and we are looking forward to her Arts & Culture column. Our readers will love learning all about the people, places and things that she plans to feature, delivering unique facts & tidbits about each. We love that she has such a passion for writing and digital publishing," said Lindy Kleivo, Publishing Director. Kelsey's column will appear in each issue of Glancer Magazine's DuPage County edition starting with the July 2018 issue. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on Kelsey's entertaining, diversely focused and unique feature column. Welcome to #TeamGlancer, Kelsey! For information about Glancer Magazine's Summer Internship Program, email us at support@glancermagazine.com. #GlancerMagazine #EducationNews #Business #SummerIntern2018 #TrendingNow #DuPageCounty #LocalWomen #ArtsEntertainment #CulturalNews #KelseyLentz #GlenEllyn #June12018DuPage

ENJOY SOME BEAUTIFUL SITES WHILE BIKE RIDING IN DUPAGE DuPage County is home to one of the first successful rail-to-trail conversions in the United States - the Illinois Prairie Path. Spanning 52 miles of recreational trails, the Illinois Prairie Path and the Great Western Trail are considered the "spine" of the County's trail network. Both trails are surfaced with fine, crushed limestone, so for any scenic ride, try the DuPage Trails app or checkout the suggested rides at www.dupageco.org/EDP/Bikeways_and_Trails/41740/. Some highlight rides include up close wildlife viewing while riding the 8 miles at Springbrook Forest Preserve in Naperville which is one of three regionally significant grassland bird communities in the state and home to species like meadowlarks, dickcissels, grasshopper sparrows, woodcocks, and bobolinks as well as state-endangered northern harriers, short-eared owls, and Henslow's sparrows. Tandems, electric bikes, trailers and even Radio Flyer Wagons can be rented at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle to explore nine miles of paved roads that wind through the magnificent tree collection. Even better, no cars will be allowed on the East Side on select days and times from May through August. Two of DuPage County's forest preserves are connected via the Lake Regional Trail - Herrick Lake and Danada—nearly 6 miles long. Together, the preserves cover more than 1,600 acres of scenic terrain, including woodlands, prairie, and wetlands, as well as two large lakes, Rice Lake and Herrick Lake, where fishing is permitted. In addition to walking and biking, the trail is suitable for horseback riding and an equestrian center is available in Danada. Last but not least, the DuPage River Trail spans nearly 30 miles across DuPage and Will counties. Beginning in Warrenville and traveling south through Naperville, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, and Shorewood - along the way, there’s a trail spur with a decorative waterfall and a small rest area with river overview. -Kristen Kucharski #GlancerMagazine #HealthWellness #SportsRecreation #BikeRiding #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty

IN & AROUND KANE COUNTY YOU'LL FIND SOME PRETTY AMAZING FESTS THIS SUMMER! Some towns and villages located in Kane County are home to some pretty amazing summer festivals. Additionally, a few communities nearby also offer some fabulous festivals. From star-power entertainment to fireworks, scrumptious food vendors, crafts fairs, car shows and more– summer 2018 will have something happening week after week. Glancer Magazine is proud to sponsor many area events and invite you to attend each one. Here’s a list of our favorites – we hope to “glance” you there! 1. SWEDISH DAYS FESTIVAL June 19-24 • Lisle Geneva’s largest festival features a host of family-friendly activities with live musical entertainment, a carnival, Kids Dy fun, Sweden Vast, A Grand Parade, multi-ethnic food plus great shopping in historic downtown Geneva. Geneva’s train station is located just blocks from the festivities. Make plans to attend with friends, amily and nieghbors. This is a non-to-miss event year after year. www.genevachamber.com 2. EYES TO THE SKIES June 29-July 1 • Lisle This annual festival is one of Chicagoland’s favorite family events offering daily morning and evening hot air balloon launches (weather permitting), nightly balloon glows, tethered balloon rides, live music on two stages, three nights of fireworks, Team Fastrax™ America’s Skydiving Team, a huge children’s area, over 50 food vendors, craft show, a great carnival plus much more! NEW this year– LEGO® Let’s Play Tour. www.eyestotheskies.org 3. NAPERVILLE’S RIBFEST JULY 4-7 AT KNOCH PARK • $10 OFF TICKETS Navistar Stage lineup: The Stray Cats • Melissa Etheridge • Fireworks by Meijer • Pitbull Jake Owen • Chris Janson • Jordan Davis Steven Tyler and The Loving Mary Band. Use code GLANCER for $10 off tickets (except the $5 South Park only option)! South Park offers ribs, free Wintrust Bank & Trust Family Area, carnival, South Stage and did we say ribs! Gates open at noon daily with fireworks by Meijer on July 4th. Free South Park admission: Kids 11 and under always free; veterans free all day on July 4th, plus all patrons free admission after 5 pm. See you at Ribfest! Peace • Love • Ribs Tickets available through www.ribfest.net. 4. ELBURN DAYS • August 17-19 The Elburn Lions Club has been hosting Elburn Days annually on the third full weekend in August for many years. It is hosted over a three-day period. Each year the committee continues to expand the activities and are grateful for all the assistance they receive from the many volunteers. Enjoy a craft sale, beer garden, a parade, carnival, live entertainment, food vendors and more. www.elburnlions.com/elburn-days/ 5. PRAIRIEFEST June 14-17 • Oswego This June the Oswegoland Park District kicks off 30 years of PrairieFest attended by approximately 75,000 guests over the weekend. This community festival celebrates three decades of being both sweet and sensational. With an amazing carnival, live entertainment and more, it’s a not -to-miss event! www.prairiefest.com 6. SUGAR GROVE CORN BOIL July 26-29 • Sugar Grove The Sugar Grove Corn Boil is a volunteer run, community event with free admission, endless family fun including carnival rides, live music, a Kids Zone, business booths, art vendors, food, beer, a 5K race, contests, raffles, and BINGO. Car show on Sunday! www.sugargrovecornboil.org 7. WINDMILL FESTIVAL • July 13-15 • Batavia Are you ready to create lasting memories and enjoy countless activities over the course of two and a half days? Then stop by the Fun Zone for interactive inflatables and family-friendly attractions, compete in a Sidewalk Chalk Drawing Contest, participate in the Pet Parade, and dive in to an Ice Cream Eating Contest. So many activities to enjoy! www.windmillcityfest.org Watch for a new, uniquely themed 7 Spectacular List inside each issue of Glancer Magazine. #GlancerMagazine #7SpectacularList #ArtsEntertainment #Summer2018 #Geneva #Naperville #Lisle #Oswego #SugarGrove #Batavia #June12018Kane #KaneCounty #Elburn

IN & AROUND DUPAGE COUNTY YOU'LL FIND SOME PRETTY AMAZING FESTS THIS SUMMER! Some towns and villages located in DuPage County are home to some pretty amazing summer festivals. Additionally, a few communities nearby also offer some fabulous festivals. From star-power entertainment to fireworks, scrumptious food vendors, crafts fairs, car shows and more– summer 2018 will have something happening week after week. Glancer Magazine is proud to sponsor many area events and invite you to attend each one. Here’s a list of our favorites – we hope to “glance” you there! 1. SWEDISH DAYS FESTIVAL June 19-24 • Lisle Geneva’s largest festival features a host of family-friendly activities with live musical entertainment, a carnival, Kids Dy fun, Sweden Vast, A Grand Parade, multi-ethnic food plus great shopping in historic downtown Geneva. Geneva’s train station is located just blocks from the festivities. Make plans to attend with friends, amily and nieghbors. This is a non-to-miss event year after year. www.genevachamber.com 2. EYES TO THE SKIES June 29-July 1 • Lisle This annual festival is one of Chicagoland’s favorite family events offering daily morning and evening hot air balloon launches (weather permitting), nightly balloon glows, tethered balloon rides, live music on two stages, three nights of fireworks, Team Fastrax™ America’s Skydiving Team, a huge children’s area, over 50 food vendors, craft show, a great carnival plus much more! NEW this year– LEGO® Let’s Play Tour. www.eyestotheskies.org 3. NAPERVILLE’S RIBFEST JULY 4-7 AT KNOCH PARK • $10 OFF TICKETS Navistar Stage lineup: The Stray Cats • Melissa Etheridge • Fireworks by Meijer • Pitbull Jake Owen • Chris Janson • Jordan Davis Steven Tyler and The Loving Mary Band. Use code GLANCER for $10 off tickets (except the $5 South Park only option)! South Park offers ribs, free Wintrust Bank & Trust Family Area, carnival, South Stage and did we say ribs! Gates open at noon daily with fireworks by Meijer on July 4th. Free South Park admission: Kids 11 and under always free; veterans free all day on July 4th, plus all patrons free admission after 5 pm. See you at Ribfest! Peace • Love • Ribs Tickets available through www.ribfest.net. 4. ROTARY GROVE FEST June 19-22 • Downers Grove Run by the Rotary Club of Downers Grove, the annual fest features live music from great bands (2014 bands will be announced soon) plus arts and crafts, a carnival, car show, food vendors and a business expo. 5. PRAIRIEFEST June 14-17 • Oswego This June the Oswegoland Park District kicks off 30 years of PrairieFest attended by approximately 75,000 guests over the weekend. This community festival celebrates three decades of being both sweet and sensational. With an amazing carnival, live entertainment and more, it’s a not -to-miss event! www.prairiefest.com 6. SUGAR GROVE CORN BOIL July 26-29 • Sugar Grove The Sugar Grove Corn Boil is a volunteer run, community event with free admission, endless family fun including carnival rides, live music, a Kids Zone, business booths, art vendors, food, beer, a 5K race, contests, raffles, and BINGO. Car show on Sunday! www.sugargrovecornboil.org 7. WINDMILL FESTIVAL • July 13-15 • Batavia Are you ready to create lasting memories and enjoy countless activities over the course of two and a half days? Then stop by the Fun Zone for interactive inflatables and family-friendly attractions, compete in a Sidewalk Chalk Drawing Contest, participate in the Pet Parade, and dive in to an Ice Cream Eating Contest. So many activities to enjoy! www.windmillcityfest.org Watch for a new, uniquely themed 7 Spectacular List inside each issue of Glancer Magazine. #GlancerMagazine #7SpectacularList #ArtsEntertainment #Summer2018 #Geneva #Naperville #Lisle #Oswego #SugarGrove #Batavia #DownersGrove #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty

CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE! Check Out this Local Listing to Love by Christine Cash 1073 Catherine Avenue, Naperville $625,000 Rare opportunity to own in Charlestown Woods, maintenance free living at its best!. All brick exterior, open concept interior with 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths. First floor Master with remodeled bath and large walk-in closet. Updated white kitchen with high end appliances. Expansive finished family/recreation room in basement with a wet bar and very large unfinished area for tons of storage. Private feel back deck with view of open green space. Contact listing agent Christina Cash, (630) 234-1770 #GlancerMagazine #RealEstate #HomeGarden #Naperville #LocalListingstoLove #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty #KellerWilliamsRealty #ChristinaCash

STUNNING WATER-FRONT HOME! ​ Check Out this Local Listing to Love by Penny O'Brien 3208 Rollingridge Rd, Tall Grass, Naperville $795,000 Gourmet Kitchen - Subzero wine cooler, high-end granite & 6-burner gas cooktop. Refinished hickory floors. See-thru stone fireplace. Family Room has beautiful bay window, coffered ceiling & built-in cabinetry. Master Retreat with tray ceiling, crown molding & huge walk-in closet. 3 oversized bedrooms with ensuite and Jack & Jill bathrooms. Plus a SECRET BONUS ROOM, accessed through bookcases! Finished English basement. Two decks, stone paver patio & hot tub overlooking the water. Penny O'Brien, (630) 207-7001, PennyOBrien@johngreenerealtor.com #GlancerMagazine #RealEstate #HomeGarden #Naperville #LocalListingstoLove #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty #JohnGreeneRealtor #PennyOBrien

BONNEMA WOODS ALL BRICK STUNNER! ​ Check Out this Local Listing to Love by Alexa Wagner 1407 Bonnema Avenue, Naperville JUST REDUCED! $949,900 Superb finishes throughout! Kitchen w/corian & granite, Brakur custom cabinetry & walk-in pantry. Sunken Family room w/ fireplace. Master bedroom w/fireplace, Juliet balcony, walk-in closet w/ his-and-her’s sides. Master bathroom w/ heated floors, claw foot tub, separate shower & make-up area. Gym on the 2nd floor w/ full bath. Huge 3rd floor loft & bedroom. BSMT w/ heated floors, full wet bar, media room & 5th bedroom. Professionally landscaped. 5 car garage. Alexa “Mimi” Wagner (630) 460-6256 awagner@remax.net RE/MAX Professionals Select #GlancerMagazine #RealEstate #HomeGarden #Remax #AlexaWagner #Naperville #LocalListingstoLove #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty

STUNNINGLY UPDATED-ALL BRICK WITH FULL FINISHED BASEMENT Check Out this Local Listing to Love by Alexa Wagner 4211 Delaware Court, Naperville $874,900 Gorgeous remodeled kitchen w/ island, walk-in pantry & eating area. 2 Master bedrooms, 1 w/heated floors, balcony, 2 closets, fire place & luxury bathroom. Full finished basement w/ bar, theater room, game room, recreation room, 6th bedroom, full bath, craft room & storage area. Family room with curved fireplace & built-in beverage center. 1/2 acre corner lot. In prestigious River Run Community w/tons of amenities-fitness center, indoor & outdoor pools, tennis club. Alexa “Mimi” Wagner (630) 460-6256 awagner@remax.net RE/MAX Professionals Select #GlancerMagazine #RealEstate #HomeGarden #Remax #AlexaWagner #Naperville #LocalListingstoLove #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty

IN THE PRIVATE PADDOCK SUBDIVISION ATTENDING NEUQUA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Check out this Local Listing to Love by Susan Colella of Baird & Warner 1976 Saddle Farm Lane, Naperville $925,000 Exquisite custom built executive home located in the private Paddock Subdivision attending Neuqua Valley HS – Newly built in 2013 & feels like brand new construction without the waiting & extra expense. Exceptional features include grand entrance with solid custom doors, thick white trim and unique double tray, coffered, vaulted and octagon ceilings throughout, soaring 2 story family room and a true gourmet kitchen with every upgrade imaginable. See 3D tour at 1976saddlefarmlane.bairdwarner.com . Call listing agent Susan Colella, Baird & Warner, (630) 946-3813. #GlancerMagazine #RealEstate #HomeGarden #Naperville #LocalListingstoLove #BairdWarner #SusanColella #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty

SO MANY SITES TO SEE....ENJOY YOUR COMMUNITY BY BIKE! Grab a bike and discover Kane County via their Bikeway System along the five major regional trails within Kane County: The Fox River Trail, The Great Western Trail, The Virgil Gilman Trail, the four spurs of The Illinois Prairie Path, and the developing Mid-County Trail. The handy bike map at www.kdot.countyofkane.org/Publications/2017_2018KaneandNorthernKendallCountyBikeMap.pdf will guide you across Kane County, through historic downtowns, along the scenic Fox River, by farmlands, prairies, and open space. Just off the trails, you can stop for shopping, restaurants, and activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing opportunities. The sprawling 6,800-acre Fermilab in Batavia campus, known as one of Kane County’s best places to walk, run or ride your bike, this year has opened parts of its campus that have been previously off limits to bikers and walkers. Several miles of trails travel through woodland, restored oak savanna and tallgrass prairie. These trails are excellent for viewing the Bison pasture, wildlife and wildflowers such as sedge wren, shooting star, meadow fritillary, Baltimore oriole and Jacob’s ladder. Near Sugar Grove, the Virgil L. Gilman Trail runs from quiet forest and prairie lands to bustling neighborhoods in just 11 miles, linking a woodsy community college campus with the eastern Chicago suburb of Montgomery. The rail-trail is built along the routes of two former railroads and follows along Blackberry Creek, crossing pedestrian bridges, and past Blackberry Farm. Continue to explore nature via Geneva Park District’s 69 miles of scenic trails which allow you to discover Peck Farm Park with stops at Hawks Hollow, the Butterfly House, Peck Family Historic House, Silo, and more. Travel through scenic Island Park, Old Mill Park, and Bennett Park in Geneva along the Fox River Trail and take in the restaurants and shops located on Third Street and Route 38 in downtown Geneva just west of the trail. Shop. Dine. Bike! –Kristen Kucharski BIKING EVENTS American Diabetes Association 2018 Chicagoland Tour de Cure RiverEdge Park, 360 North Broadway Street, Aurora The American Diabetes Association’s fundraising event for cyclists, runners and walkers of all levels, offering 4 different cycling routes, and a 5k walk/run option. Music festival, live entertainment, family activities and more. www.diabetes.org/chicagotour JUNE23 Bike MS: Tour de Farms Kane County Fairgrounds, St. Charles Join thousands of riders as you pedal between northern Illinois’ quaint suburbs and open country roads. Choose from the 35 to 175 mile options, perfect for experienced and novice riders. www.bikemsillinois.org/ JUNE 24 Swedish Days Ride 49th Annual Swedish Days Ride touring the beautiful, quiet, scenic, paved country roads of Kane County. Rest stops, energizing food and thirst-quenching beverages provided along routes. www.fvbsc.org AUGUST 26 Everybody Rides, St. Charles Riders can choose from a 10 mile family trail ride or a 29, 47, or 62 mile road ride on quiet country roads. Then Project Mobility will host a party in the park with live entertainment, food, drinks, raffles, and games. www.projectmobility.wixsite.com/everybodyrides2018 EVERY THURSDAY Women’s Wine & Ride, Batavia Every Thursday (weather permitting) at 6 p.m. Ride leaves from Prairie Path Cycles in Batavia Ride ends at Bar Evolution in Batavia www.prairiepathcycles.com/about/shop-rides-pg216.htm #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #SportsRecreation #HealthWellness #June12018Kane #KaneCounty

IT’S SUMMER SO IT’S BOATING SEASON! For those seeking a total boating adventure, did you know America's Great Loop, which is 1500 miles longer than the Nile River, can be accessed from Lake Michigan. This leg of your journey is 327 miles and extends from Chicago to Grafton, IL at the convergence of the Mississippi River. The most scenic route takes you from Lake Michigan, through the Chicago River Lock, and right through downtown Chicago down the Illinois River and onto the Mississippi. Along the 14 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline there are 10 harbors operated by the Chicago Park District from which boaters can choose to launch their boats. Each harbor has its own unique neighborhood feel and you can browse through each to determine what works best for your boating needs at www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/content/search?search_api_fulltext=Explore+the+Harbors. But if you prefer to stay closer to home, the closest public boat launch in the western suburbs is on the Fox River at Boy Scout Island in St. Charles. They recently installed a new concrete launch and are open Memorial Day through Labor Day with the purchase of a daily or season pass.You can also head just a little further southwest to beautiful Starved Rock Country and Heritage Harbor in Ottawa which offers a State-of-the-Art Marina on the Illinois Waterway and boasts and an 8-foot deep harbor and 140 boat slips. Travel further north to the Fox 14 Marina with locations in Fox River Grove and Algonquin, both located on the Fox River. Did you know that the Fox Water Way is the busiest recreational waterway in the United States? Also up north in Delavan, WI is Lakelawn Resort Marina which offers a variety of boat, watersport rentals and tours. EXPLORE THE WATERS – ENJOY THE SUN! Beyond the big boats on the big lakes, there are many opportunities to participate in water sports in smaller water bodies and quarries throughout the western suburbs as well as nearby Chicago. From motorized jet skis to paddling your way in a canoe, checkout the following hot spots for local rentals: Rocktown Adventures in Aurora www.rocktownadventures.com Kayaks, Paddleboards, Canoes, and Fishing Kayaks Kayak Myak Rentals in Elgin www.kayakmyakrentalsllc.com/index.html Rent Kayaks from Kayak Myak and paddle down the Fox River. Paddling trips go from Carpentersville to Elgin, South Elgin to St. Charles or Batavia to North Aurora. River View Miniature Golf Course – Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles www.riverviewminigolf.org/pedal-boats/ Pedal Boats and Kayaks rentals and Paddlewheel Riverboat tours Fox River Canoe and Kayak www.foxrivercanoe.com/Home.html Enjoy planned trips in Batavia, St. Charles, and North Aurora Chicago Water Sports Rentals www.chicagowatersportrentals.com Jet Ski rentals, Hobie kayak & Paddleboard rental & SUP Yoga training #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #June12018Kane #KaneCounty #KristenKucharski #Lifestyle #WheretoGoBoating #June12018DuPage #DuPageCounty

DINING AROUND THE FOX WITH DAD – THERE'S MANY OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM KANE COUNTY – Its summertime and BBQs, patios and dads are at the center of June bringing us to find all the best sports bars and grills with outdoor seating that also boast a little action and fun. Global Brew Tap House in St. Charles offers a variety of special events and programs, from yearly beer festivals to monthly Beer School sessions, weekly Trivia Nights, and limited product releases, and you can always find plenty of seating to eat and play in the expansive outdoor beer garden. Board games and bags will keep you entertained at Penrose Brewing Company in Geneva. With a focus on Belgian inspired session ales, oak barrel-aging, fresh hop flavors and alternative fermentation, their beers are brewed with intention. Although they don’t serve food, you can bring your own or have it delivered; sometimes, they even have food trucks outside. If you are looking for live entertainment, the patio is the place to be at Crosstown Pub & Grill in Batavia. Best known for their famous wings and craft beers, this little niche will remind you of a neighborhood pub where you can catch a game, have some grub, and listen to some music. Every Friday, you can also listen to live music at Eddie Gaedel Pub & Grill in Elburn. Burgers, sandwiches, and Paninis are complimented with a wide variety of craft beers and IPA's, along with other specialty drinks. They also feature three big screen TV's and are sure to have your favorite game on. If you haven’t fulfilled your taste buds yet and are craving something unique, head to Hardware in North Aurora, a sustainable gastropub and brewery serving delicious food and over 400 whiskeys. They grow their own produce year-round in their greenhouse and have a goal to be self-sufficient for lettuce and herbs. They grow fruits and nuts in their own orchard and garden throughout their property; and their 1.5-acre hop farm provides one of the best ingredients for all of their beer. Outdoor dining, music, and games are where it’s at this June! - Kristen Kucharski #GlancerMagazine #DiningCabaret #KristenKucharski #June2018 #June12018Kane #KaneCounty