ENJOY SOME FUN IN THE COUNTRY BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without blocking out some time for good ol’ fashioned fun spent in the country. With many country stops not too far from where we live, each of these featured locations are the perfect distance away for a morning or afternoon country drive. Whether you want to set out to find the perfect Christmas tree or you’re looking for some craft-inspired country gifts, this month’s list will take you there, indeed. Here are 7 Spectacular Country Stops for Holiday Fun. Enjoy! 1. HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE HOSTED  BY BLUMEN GARDENS • NOVEMBER 10 Come enjoy a beautiful sight to see. Blumen Gardens will be twinkling head to toe with Christmas lights as you mingle, sip, shop, and relax. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the warmth by the fire. Enjoy a poinsettia cocktail and music while you shop. Unique gifts for everyone on your list including teachers, friends, family and dont forget about yourself! 403 Edward St., Sycamore, Illinois 60178, (815) 895-3737 2. CRAFTY GIFTS & MORE AT HAPPY HEN HOUSE IN HINCKLEY A unique gift shop always changing for the seasons. Unique items include home decor, whimsical items, antiques , jewelry, clothing, and more. A wide Christmas selection that you will surely love. 8329 E Sandwich Rd, Hinckley, Illinois, (815) 286-9055, Follow them on Facebook 3. CHOOSE YOUR DREAM TREE  AT CAMELOT CHRISTMAS TREE FARM IN DEKALB Plan a day and head out to this beautiful Christmas tree farm in DeKalb where you and yours can choose and cut your holiday tree, or enjoy one of the countless pre-cut trees that are available. Visit online before you make the trip to view the types of Christmas Trees that are for sale. BONUS! Free cookies, hot chocolate and coffee will be available in their heated Christmas Tree Shed. How fun is that? 16380 Somonauk Rd, DeKalb, (815) 756-6599, www.camelottrees.com 4. BACKROADS HOLIDAY VINTAGE MARKET AT EMERSON CREEK  POTTERY & TEA ROOM • Nov 11 & 12 Enjoy vintage and handmade holiday goodness at the 2017 holiday market, showcasing a vibrant medley of unique vintage and handmade holiday vendors. Find the perfect gift for a loved one or decor to deck your halls this holiday season! 10am-4pm • $10/per car (cash only) www.ecreekpotteryandtearoom.com 5. STARVED ROCK TROLLEY LIGHTS TOUR December 16-23 • 6-8pm Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour of the LaSalle, Peru, Oglesby and Utica area, just days before Christmas. They do the driving so you can enjoy the light displays in the fully enclosed heated trolley (but bring a blanket anyway). Christmas carols are played to help get you in the holiday spirit. Reservations required. Call (815) 220-7386 to book tickets. www.starvedrocklodge.com 6. ENJOY THE BEAUTY AT FESTIVAL OF TREES IN GALENA TERRITORY Sunday, December 3 • 10am–8pm Stroll thru the beautiful Old Stone Community Building in Warren, Illinois (Galena Territory) and enjoy more than 50 uniquely decorated Christmas trees. The trees are decorated by organizations, churches, school children and individuals of the Warren community. Free admission. (815) 745-9011, dege@cbcommunitybank.com 7. HOLIDAY IN THE GROVE IN BEAUTIFUL SUGAR GROVE Saturday, December 2 • All Day Long Holiday in the Grove is a festive community event that includes Breakfast with Santa and many other holiday activities throughout the day in Sugar Grove. Holiday in the Grove was established to continue to run the Sugar Grove Community Christmas festival. This volunteer-ran event is the highlight of the year for the entire community. We hope to Glance you there. www.holidayinthegrove.org #GlancerMagazine #7SpectacularList #November12017 #Shopping #Lifestyle #Holiday2017

NAPERVILLE GARDEN CLUB'S 2017 CUP OF CHEER November 30 & December 1 Get design inspiration from the Naperville Garden Club’s Cup of CheerTM House Walk, Holiday Market and Tea. Tour four Naperville homes decorated for the holidays. Shop the Market for artisan gifts. Enjoy cookies and tea and keep the cup! Preview Day is November 30th from 9 am – 4 pm for $55. Cup of CheerTM Day is December 1st from 9 am – 4 pm for $35. Go to www.napervillegardenclub.org for ticket informati #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #TrendingNow #HomeGarden #November12017 #CupofCheer #NapervilleGardenClub #November152017 #Shopping #Holiday2017

FASHION SHOW! GLEN ELLYN WINTER SHOWCASE • Sunday, November 12 Shop for the season's must have holiday gifts at the Silent Auction and enjoy fashions presented by Glen Ellyn Boutiques at this special fashion event being held at Glen Oak Country Club, 21W451 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn. 11:00 am Social and Silent Auction 12:00 pm Luncheon 1:00 pm Fashion Show and Jewelry Drawing Fashion Commentator - Mrs. Crystal Cavey Ms. Belleza Latina International 2018 Mrs. Illinois America 2016 More details at www.business.glenellynchamber.com/events/details/fashion-show-glen-ellyn-winter-showcase-6947 #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #GlenEllyn #StyleBeauty #Shopping #TrendingNow

WHEATON HOLIDAY HOUSEWALK November 11 • 10am-4pm Ignite your holiday spirit and design inspiration at the Wheaton Holiday Housewalk on November 11 from 10-4. Savor four spectacular Wheaton homes open one day only for your enjoyment. Whether your style is storybook cottage or modern minimalist, you are sure to be dazzled and invigorated with new ideas for your own abode. This fourth annual fundraiser features beautiful styling from various area merchants who create everything from captivating porches to mesmerizing tablescapes. Each home will be decorated in a theme: 2 fall, 1 Christmas, and 1 winter. Invite your friends and enjoy a lovely fall stroll between 3 of the homes with a short drive to the 4th. Tickets are $35 at any house door or $30 pre-purchased at local merchants, and all proceeds benefit Wheaton North’s award-winning show choir, Flight. More details at www.wheatonholidayhousewalk.com . #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #HomeGarden #Wheaton #WheatonHolidayHousewalk #Holiday2017 #TrendingNow #November12017

FOR THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND YOUTHFUL YOU IN 2017 Submitted by Nesreen Suwan, M.D – Beauty is being the best possible version of yourself, inside and out. At Forever 25 Medical Center/ChicagoCoolsculpting Center we have always been devoted to providing the latest in medical science like CoolSculpting. This fights the unwanted bulge in many areas of the body, using the controlled freezing technology that was developed at at Harvard And Mass General Hospital. We also provide Dermal fillers that provide an FDA-approved solution to smoothing out unwanted age lines and adding volume beneath the surface of the skin, where volume loss caused sagginess and aging features. There is no downtime, and their effects can be seen immediately, and patients are wowed with the way they look after injections. There are many types of dermal fillers. The right product is chosen based on the condition you wish to address. Botox works very well in smoothing expressive wrinkles in the upper face. PDO thread lifting is considered the best non- invasive procedure For neck & jawline treatment. Although PDO Threads can be inserted almost anywhere, one area where they are especially effective is the neck and jawline. The lower third of the face is challenging to treat effectively with botulinum toxin or injectable fillers, which are most effective in the upper and middle third of the face, respectively. Threads are fully absorbed by hydrolysis within 4 to 6 months and doesn’t create any scar tissue. The foreign body stimulates collagen synthesis and the skin structure created will hold for another 12 to 15 months. ABOUT THE DOCTOR Dr Suwan is a medical doctor, cosmetic and anti-aging specialist with extensive certifications in cosmetic procedures, Botox, Dermal fillers/ liquid facelift, vampire PRP facelift, PDO thread face / neck lift, FRACTORA and Radio Frequency face/ neck lift and tightening. Medical and cosmetic laser procedures, laser and PRP hair restoration. Prescription med for weight loss, supplements, meal replacement programs. Laser, CoolSculpting, ultrasound and Radio frequency, for body contouring. For more info www.forever25.com or call (630) 420-8080. #GlancerMagazine #Spotlights #Business #HealthWellness #StyleBeauty #TrendingNow #November12017 #November152017

TAKE THE TOUR & START DESIGNING TODAY West Suburban Chicago is home to countless beautiful kitchens and many homeowners are dreaming of having a new kitchen to call their own, especially with the holidays coming. Many believe that designing a new kitchen is much too complex of a project to take on, but in fact, it can be very simple. With an experienced kitchen designer, a beautiful kitchen design can be completed with ease and a favorable completion time. This month we are highlighting some unique designs to help you in your planning. These kitchen designs were completed by some of the best local area kitchen designers in the business. Happy planning! ABOUT THIS KITCHEN DESIGN by THE KITCHEN MASTER This Lisle townhome had a kitchen that was “heavy & dark” before its transformation. A peninsula configuration, along with dark cherry cabinets, burnt sienna walls and granite countertops, only served to make the small space seem more confining, clearly not a good fit for a professional chef who enjoys cooking and entertaining at home. The family sought the help of Adam Hartig at The Kitchen Master, for a brighter, more purposeful space packed with professional-grade amenities. Removing a half wall and eliminating the peninsula helped open up the room to allow for better workflow and more space for guests. The couple selected a custom-made banquette and smaller dining table, which made it possible to add a large island. They can now seat six to seven guests at the table and three more at the island, all while keeping out of the chef’s space. The months of thoughtful planning were well worth it, says the homeowner. “I love how it all came together, both color wise and flow. I look around and still think it is stunning.” THE STYLE Multiple shades of gray are partnered with marble counters and Brazilian cherry floors to form a clean lined transitional kitchen design. MODERN INCLUSIONS Highlights include a second entertainment sink on the island, a custom banquette table with buffet service, an integrated coffee maker, and professional appliances. COMPLETION TIME Approximately 7-8 Weeks. This project was a floor to ceiling redesign, requiring substantial mechanical adjustments and the refinishing of the flooring throughout the first floor. THE DESIGNER Adam Hartig, a Senior Designer at The Kitchen Master in Naperville, is an award winning and certified kitchen and bathroom designer specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling throughout the western suburbs. ABOUT THIS KITCHEN DESIGN by THE KITCHEN STUDIO The homeowner came to The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn, frustrated with the layout and size of their current kitchen, looking for help generating ideas for how to maximize functionality within the constraints of the space. After visiting with them and seeing the home’s layout, Designer Susan Klimala, realized that looking at the bigger picture of how they used the entire first floor might bring some dramatic solutions. Flipping the kitchen and family room and taking down the wall separating the two created one big open floor plan for the family to enjoy. The new kitchen is an L-shaped space that is no longer cramped and small, and is truly family-friendly and a cook’s dream. THE STYLE Transitional styling includes family friendly materials -- quartz tops, stainless appliances and simple shaker cabinetry -- accented by Carrera marble tile and gray enamel pendants. MODERN INCLUSIONS A tight work triangle punctuated by a large island open to the family living space includes a combination convection microwave/wall oven, quartz countertops and LED lighting. COMPLETION TIME This project which also included a master bath addition, was completed in 12 weeks. THE DESIGNER Susan Klimala, Kitchen Studio co-owner, believes in a collaborative approach to designing a space. “Listening to homeowner’s needs and offering custom solutions will result in a space that is uniquely yours.” ABOUT THIS KITCHEN DESIGN by VINEYARD CHIC KITCHENS Vineyard Chic made my dream kitchen a reality. I am so grateful for their valuable design insights, patience and eye for detail. Everyone involved from the designer, contractor, business manager and owners were incredibly responsive and listened to my ideas and concerns and ultimately delivered a gorgeous and highly functional kitchen. My husband and I agree we would not change one thing! –Molly, Geneva THE STYLE Transitional with cool colors mixed with warm tones on the floor. MODERN INCLUSIONS Custom metal hood, floating shelves, interior cabinet lighting, cabinet inserts for specialized storage, Quartz countertops, color scheme of grays and whites. COMPLETION TIME Vineyard Chic designed the kitchen with new cabinetry, removed a wall to open up the space, installed the cabinetry and provided enhanced electrical. The homeowner did the the demolition and Vineyard Chic’s part in the project was approximately three weeks in duration once the cabinets arrived. THE DESIGNER Teri, Vineyard Chic’s designer, had more than 10 years of experience in kitchen design. She was able to determine the clients needs and work collaboratively with the homeowners from the beginning to the completion of the project. ABOUT THIS KITCHEN DESIGN by RIVER OAK CABINETRY This young family was looking for an updated work and entertainment space, a nearby homework station for their children and abundant storage with the simplicity of modern farmhouse décor. The wood hood, farmhouse sink, bricklook tile, rustic island and bar, were the building blocks to set the stage for the farmhouse feel. Floor to ceiling storage around the double oven, an abundance of rollouts and drawers and hidden coffee maker on a rollout shelf all added to the storage options. A bar area was added that intersects both the kitchen and family rooms, aiding in all kinds of entertaining. The rustic grey cabinetry provides additional contrast to pull the entire project together. Versatile living at its best! THE STYLE Warm transitional with a nod to rustic finishes of wood and brick. MODERN INCLUSIONS -A charging station was added to the desk area. -Beverage refrigerator & locked storage in bar. -Rollout shelves & drawers. -Decorative floating shelves -Electrical outlets installed on the interior of cabinetry for small appliances. COMPLETION TIME The entire project was finished on time in nine weeks: large kitchen, XL laundry/mudroom, master bath and all new flooring on the first floor. THE DESIGNER This project was designed by the team of Patty Rosignal and Kevin Sommers of River Oak Cabinetry & Design Inc. , where Patty is the owner. ABOUT THIS KITCHEN DESIGN by INTERIOR PLANNING & DESIGN, INC. The homeowner wanted to transform their 1970’s home into a place they would love. The client selected Interior Planning & Design, Inc. of Naperville. Their goal was to utilize the company’s expert planning skills to update a small, outdated kitchen as well as the entire first floor of the home. Designer Joan Kaufman worked with the homeowner to develop the concepts for their dream kitchen. By modifying the room layout, the space was transformed into a bright, cheerful hub for family gathering– all while maximizing functionality. The design includes many features including a USB charging station, iPad work area, spice storage, professional cooking appliances, and much more. The designer paid attention to every detail, incorporating state-of-the-art lighting and electric access along the backsplash and cooking area. THE STYLE Soft, snowflake painted cabinets provide a light, warm, airy feel. Eco-friendly materials, a stunning stone backsplash, and natural wood floors complete the look. MODERN INCLUSIONS The backsplash design is a source of joy for the client. The work triangle is extremely efficient, incorporating a new island for easy daily cooking/entertaining. COMPLETION TIME This project, which included the first-floor bathroom, living room, dining room, completely new wood flooring and trim throughout, was completed in 11 weeks. THE DESIGNER Joan Kaufman, FASID, is an award-winning designer specializing in space planning and spatial transformation. “Our unique mission and focus is work within our client’s budget and timeframe to help their dreams come true. We manage the details for the client so they can continue their life while the project unfolds”. #GlancerMagazine #HomeGarden #KitchenMaster #TheKitchenStudio #VineyardChicKitchens #RiverOakCabinetry #October12017 #October152017

Hard to believe, but the holidays are again upon us. Time for friends and family gatherings, tables of food, and various holiday traditions. It is easy to get swept up in the joy and planning and let’s be honest, often the stress of the season. The spirit of being thankful and grateful sometimes gets lost in the chaos. If you could incorporate just one or two traditions that focus on your blessings, it could round out your holidays with the feeling of a very thankful home. Here are a few ideas to consider. Family Volunteering Having your family volunteer together at say, a shelter serving meals or a food pantry to hand out groceries and supplies to those in need, will make you feel good about helping, as well as grateful for all that you have. A center such as Loaves and Fishes Community Services out of Naperville, will see an increase in meals that need to be distributed during the holidays as well as offer out more than 2,800 additional holiday meal boxes. Blessings Pumpkin A blessings pumpkin or a blessings tree is a centerpiece you keep on a table during the holidays where each member of your family can often write down what they are thankful for, and put it in the pumpkin, or clip to the tree. On whichever day you choose, you sit with your family and read them all out loud. Handwritten Notes or Cards Are there friends or relatives that won’t be able to join you for the holidays this year? Or perhaps you are just thinking about them? Take the time to handwrite a note or a card to tell them why you are thankful they are in your life. Then drop it in the mail. Don’t forget to thank your holiday hostess as well, if you visited someone else’s home during the holidays. Pre-Meal Toast Take some time to put together a few words of thankfulness and gratitude for the people you have around you at your holiday meals and events. Raise a glass and toast to them. Have a No-Electronic Day In this world of disconnection via many electronic devices, we start to lose the power of real communication and interaction. Pick a day when everyone is home and ban all cell phones, computers and gaming devices. Play board games together or just sit around and talk and tell stories. You will be grateful for the reconnection of relationships. Living in the Moment This one is hard to do because it means you have to actively take a breath in the middle of the hoopla to pay attention to what is happening. You can’t be thinking of what you still have to do, who you still need to call, where you need to get to tomorrow. Watch what your kids and spouse are doing, focus on what they are saying to you. Be present for them and encourage them to do the same. Nothing past this moment is guaranteed. Be thankful for this time. -Mindy Kyle #GlancerMagazine #LIfestyle #HomeGarden #Thanksgiving #MindyKyle #October152017

'TIS THE SEASON TO BE PREPARED The season of holiday cheer is fast upon us and Fall is a great time to start getting prepared! There are many things you can do ahead of time to help. Whether you’re getting ready for out of town guests or hope to have your holiday shopping done by Thanksgiving, here are some great ideas to help you get started in your planning. The Decor Featured on an HGTV holiday decor special, Allison Thurman of Art by Allison in Batavia equates well-decorated interiors to well-dressed individuals: the furniture is the apparel, the paint is makeup, the lighting is the jewelry, and the accessories are. . . the accessories! She urges against cookie cutter decorations that don’t reflect personality; but instead urges corresponding items of your trade as tree decor! Are you a doctor, teacher, jeweler, photographer? Use ornaments that spark conversation! Make bold statements with whimsical themes or non-traditional colors! Add interest with decor that is the opposite of your interior's style: if formal, add rustic; if casual, add reflective pieces like Murano glass or crystal. Highlight corners with lighting, add drama by decorating the chandelier, and enhance dining with metallic fabrics that catch light. The Food By hiring a Personal Chef who can customize offerings to meet your personal goals, you are able to be a guest in your holiday ready home. Chef Pamela Anne of Simply Go Gourmet in St. Charles loves preparing anything with cranberries, apples, pears or pumpkins for her own company during the holidays. Her buffet always includes a charcuterie platter with an assortment of cheeses using apples and pear slices instead of crackers. Vegetables, such as endive leaves or bell pepper wedges, make for wonderful vessels for dips, and her family loves her Rum Raisin Bread Pudding recipe. The Table Margot Henshaw, owner of The Prince’s Table and Liberty Luxury in Glen Ellyn believes your table is your canvas and your palette is comprised of lighting, flowers, dinnerware, and accessories. She suggests never underestimating the effect of candlelight, such as the Rolls Royce of all candles - the Root Candle line, to provide drama and warmth. Table candles should always be unscented; this also goes for your floral selections. Flowers ought to be fresh and work with your table story, which should include accessories that are beautiful and useful! Her store boasts hand rendered pewter by skilled artisans - Italian pewter with clean lines for simplicity or Vagabond House pewter with sophisticated yet charming flora and fauna in breathtaking intricacy. Hostess Gifts for Those Who are Visiting Unique home decor, meaningful signs, trending lines in jewelry such as Mariana, My Saint My Hero, Summer Ellis and Kendra Scott; as well as, a wide variety of the best lines in candles including Nest, Capri Blu and Thymes are located inside a cozy log cabin in the heart of Oswego. Owners and residents, Nicole Menard and Mary Blanchflower are proud of the endless gift giving ideas at their specialty boutique, Velvet Grace, which is filled with an array of ever changing, hand-picked items that make lovely hostess gifts! -Kristen Kucharski #GlancerMagazine #Lifestyle #HomeGarden #FoodKitchen #KristenKucharski #October152017

Living Beyond The Color Pink...... an organic, evolving journey. Hey, it’s me… Happy October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I know what you’re thinking. “Sure, here we go, another rah-rah Pink Ribbon rally.” Most women, in general, believe they know everything they need to know about breast cancer. It is everywhere it seems. Early detection can save lives, for sure. Got it. But, sadly there is another side to breast cancer that is rarely publicized. It’s scary. Non-curable and ultimately terminal. What I refer to is — metastatic breast cancer (MBC). MBC refers to breast cancer that has appeared to be beaten, but without warning, re-awakes to attach itself to unrelated organs – it has metastasized. This is a different animal. Patients face a lifetime of treatment with an average survival of just three years. But before you go running around like Chicken Little, let me remind you, there are patients who may live longer and unfortunately some who do not. Today, I have MBC. Just diagnosed in April 2017, less than six years from the date of my original journey. I am now living with, and learning to accept life with MBC. It’s not something I asked for but I have no choice. I am now included in the more than 155,000 people with MBC in the U.S. You need to know about these ladies and gents. Like me, they are diagnosed MBC as a recurrence and are not counted in any MBC database. We will be added to the statistics upon our demise — and that’s a scary place that I try not to visit. To cope, I have adopted the idea that my MBC is a chronic disease, one that requires routine care and maintenance. I can’t let it call the shots or I could no longer exist. My affection for the pink ribbon lies with the notion that it will help at least one more person to find their disease early, get it treated and hopefully they will never face MBC. I still honor the pink ribbon and I have grown to love the multicolored ribbon that is the symbol for MBC. So mark your calendars, girls and boys because here is a very important date for you to remember — OCTOBER 13, 2017 is NATIONAL METASTATIC BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY! Take pause, and give to the cause. It is the only way researchers fund their work toward new treatments and hope. I can’t say what I will be doing that day. I try to live in the mindful moment — breathing in life and hugs from all my loves. My reality, will always be treatment. My life has an expiration date. I just can’t see it from here. Having MBC is very different. It gives life an unwelcome edge. I know I have a disease that will progress, I just don’t how quickly. Right now — it is hanging out in my bones. This will change. I do my best to live each day with love and no regrets, working on my “Life List,” and simply finding peace and happiness. Peace, Jo www.Joannmirabelli.blogspot.com Inspire & Be Inspired, Follow Jo Ann Mirabelli’s Blog Today! #GlancerMagazine #BreatCancerAwareness #HealthWellness #JoAnnMirabelli #October12017 #October152017 #Naperville #LocalWomen

FALL SHOPPING HAS NEVER BEEN SO INSPIRATIONAL Fall decorating is loved by many and with an array of fun and whimsical autumn decor ideas to choose from, it can be that much more enjoyable. We set out to find local shops and boutiques that can help meet your every fanciful need. From mantel embellishments such as faux fall foliage and lanterns, to unique candle holders, picture frames and decorative pumpkins– today’s fall trends are ever-so-stylish. Enjoy this list of 7 Spectacular Places for Whimsical Fall Decor 1. FALL TRENDS TO LOVE VELVET GRACE IN OSWEGO Be inspired with this year’s trends in home décor! Make your house a home with gorgeous oversized statement pieces and various accent items that fit into your design style. Mix new, and timeless styles to create and eclectic new vibe. Add a personal touch by sprinkling inspirational word signs through out your home. Balance neutral colors such as Beige or Grey with pops of color to warm up any home. ​​​​​4025 US 34, Oswego, www.velvetgrace.net 2. FUN FALL DECOR & SO MUCH MORE NONA JO’S IN NAPERVILLE Happy Fall! Nona Jo’s offers a fun-filled atmosphere with amazing products and personal service. Visit today to explore the ever changing mix of unique home accessories and fabulous gift giving pieces. You’ll find something to love that will a special touch to each room in your beautiful home. 410 W. Fifth Avenue, Naperville • www.nonajos.com 3. FUN HOME DECOR ACCESSORIES AT NANETTE’S IN SUGAR GROVE Known as the “Giving Boutique” this west suburban shop has beautiful items and adorable gifts for all occassions– even home decorating! Be sure to visit today and support the many charities that Nanette’s gives to throughout the year. Formerly in Yorkville, the boutique is now located in Sugar Grove. Nanette's has made each of the selected lines affordable, providing quality and services similar to a high end store on Michigan Avenue with warmth and a personal shopping experience. 50 Cross Street, Sugar Grove 4. PRETTY PIECES & FALL FINDS LITTLE LUXURIES IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE One of the things that makes shopping in downtown Naperville so special is the presence of locally owned, one of a kind boutiques such as Little Luxuries. This quaint little shop offers unique home decor pieces, accessories, as well as antique and vintage items. Little Luxuries, 212 South Main Street, Naperville 5. FALL WARMTH & PUMPKINS FIND IT AT MARCEL’S THIS FALL Plush Pumpkins, the handmade velvet pumpkins with the real pumpkin and gourd stems, are overflowing at Marcel’s and are so spectacular! Be sure to stop in for these and many more fun fall pieces to add that special touch to your fall home decor. Marcel's Culinary Experience, 490 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn, (630) 790-8500. 6. FUN FALL DECOR KUIPER’S FARM IN MAPLE PARK This family-owned farm welcomes countless guests in every fall season. Complete with an apple orchard, fun fall acitives, hayrides and more. Moms LOVE visiting the store where they indulge in donut treats for the family, tasty fall bakery and a variety of home decor finds. The shop is decorated for fall AND for Christmas so be sure to bring your gift list with when you visit so you can pick out that perfect gift for your loved ones. Kuipers Family Farm, 1N318 Watson Road, Maple Park, www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com/contact-us 7. UNIQUE OAK LEAF BOWL TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES IN GLEN ELLYN Hold the glow of autumn leaves in this bowl; fall foliage is forged in iron and finished in luminescent copper. Artisans who made this bowl once worked in commercial construction and now use their metal and welding skills to create beautiful art pieces. Authentic Fair Trade Product. Ethically sourced. Handcrafted in India. 503 Pennsylvania Avenue, Glen Ellyn, www.tenthousandvillages.com. Read about Noah's Ark Int'l Exports of India, the makers of this product. Story online. #GlancerMagazine #7SpectacularList #Naperville #Wheaton #GlenEllyn #StCharles #Geneva #Batavia #DownersGrove #Shopping #LIfestyle #October152017 #HomeGarden #MaplePark

NAPERVILLE – Anderson’s Bookshops have been on board with Jeff Kinney’s thoroughly entertaining children’s books since the start. When the gawky, middle school weakling Greg Heffley debuted in the first of a book series in 2007, Heffley was embraced by kids everywhere. That first volume, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, was quickly followed by many more. This fall, Kinney has boosted that series further with his 12th Wimpy Kid title, The Getaway. Jeff Kinney will be presenting his new book at a special event starting at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 10. Anderson’s Bookshop will be presenting this event at Still Middle School, 787 Meadowridge Dr., in Aurora. Tickets are required and exclusively available at WimpyKidAndersons.brownpapertickets.com. These event tickets include an admission entry time. Entry times extend until 7:00 p.m. Once admitted, guests will be free to participate in several kid-friendly activity stations. Then they will proceed to the booksigning line to meet the author. About the Book The Getaway is book #12 in the incredibly popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. And in this adventure, Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town. With the cold weather and the stress of the approaching holiday season, the Heffleys decide to escape to a tropical island resort for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A few days in paradise should do wonders for Greg and his frazzled family. But the Heffleys soon discover that paradise isn't everything it's cracked up to be. Sun poisoning, stomach troubles, and venomous critters all threaten to ruin the family's vacation. Can their trip be saved, or will this island getaway end in disaster? About the Author Jeff Kinney is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and six-time Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award winner for Favorite Book. Jeff has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. He is also the creator of Poptropica, which was named one of Time magazine’s 50 Best Websites. He spent his childhood in the Washington, D.C., area and moved to New England in 1995. Jeff lives with his wife and two sons in Plainville, Massachusetts, where they own a bookstore, An Unlikely Story. About Anderson’s Bookshops Jeff Kinney’s upcoming visit is part of Anderson’s Bookshops’ calendar of special author events. Anderson’s Bookshops specialize in book sales, author events, book signings, and building a sense of community, learning and fun. The store has been helping Naperville readers for six generations. Additional locations include Downers Grove, at 5112 Main Street (630)-963-2665 and La Grange, at 26 S. La Grange Rd. (708) 582-6353. A toy shop, Anderson’s Toyshop, at 111 W. Jefferson Ave., in Naperville, opened last year. Key to Anderson’s success has been special author events, like the November 10 program with Jeff Kinney. #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #AndersonsBookshop #Naperville #DiaryOfaWhimpyKid #TrendingNow #KidsTeens #Lifestyle

READY! SET! GO! Fall 2017 is here and we invite you to enjoy all that west suburban Chicago has to offer. From pumpkin patches galore and apple picking hot spots, to unique outdoor events and not-to-miss shopping excursions–you'll love the variety of things to do. Be sure to check back for our updated guide from week to week as we add fun spots, autumn events and more! Happy Fall. We hope you enjoy every minute of it. AURORA • Pumpkin Weekends at Blackberry Farm Weekends In October – Pumpkin Weekends bring the spectacular fall season to life with autumn festivities amid the dazzling fall colors each weekend in October (plus Columbus Day) – 11 days in all. Carousel rides, hay wagon rides, pony rides, paddle boats, Adventure Playground (with zip line), Little Farmer’s Junction (6Y & under) and tours on the “Pumpkin Train” are part of each weekend’s festivities, along with historic museums and interactive farm animal areas. More highlights include Pumpkin Princess appearances, professional pumpkin carvers, world’s tallest scarecrow, trick-or-treating and pony parade with costumed horses. Enjoy seasonal craft-making, harvest decor and pumpkin stories galore! Special events and guests every weekend. It’s all the best of autumn in one place! 11am-4pm. Admission $7. Tickets at www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org or at the door. www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org IF YOU GO… When: Weekends in October & Columbus Day • 11am-4pm each day Where: Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora Ages: All Admission: $7 per person. Buy online at DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE Fall Events + Halloween Hop! From candy to clothes, to books and games and places for Mom & Dad too, Downtown Naperville has it all! Come be in the mix and enjoy over 100 shops, 50 restaurants, spas, fitness and health and beauty too. Don’t miss the annual Halloween Hop, downtown trick or treating and trolley rides on Sunday, October 29 from 10am – 12-noon. Fall into Fashion, Family and Fun in Downtown Naperville! www.downtownnaperville.com GLEN ELLYN Pumpkin Flotilla Fest Creatively carved, lit gourds will be set afloat on Sunday, October 22. Before the Pumpkin Flotilla at dusk, enjoy live music from Jeanie B! and the Jelly Beans, activities and games throughout the park, a pumpkin carving demonstration, trackless train rides, and bounce houses. This free event, presented by the Glen Ellyn Park District, begins at 4pm at Lake Ellyn Park. New this year, take a canoe ride at the event! www.gepark.org GLEN ELLYN Zumbathon October 14 – Zumbathon Work out, do a little dance, burn a bunch of calories and raise money for Susan G. Komen, a nonprofit charitable organization involved in cancer research, education, screening and treatment. The two-hour Zumbathon begins at 12:15pm on October 14 at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center. This Glen Ellyn Park District fundraising event is free; there is a $10 minimum donation suggested. Participants will receive a pink giveaway. All ages are welcome! www.gepark.org NAPERVILLE NJWC Shop & Give Ladies Night Out November 9 • Marriott Naperville Naperville Junior Woman’s Club is celebrating 50 years in the community. Join them at their 8th annual "Shop & Give" Ladies Night Out at the Chicago Marriott Naperville on Thursday, November 9th from 6:30-10pm Tickets are only $30 per guest or $45 for VIP! The night includes live entertainment, spa moments, shopping, raffles, signature cocktails, appetizers, goodie bags, and more. This event supports Bridge Communities. www.facebook.com/events/918493791631839/ ST. CHARLES Hickory Knolls Discovery Center Whether one calls him Sasquatch or Bigfoot, the legendary, mythical ape-man that roams the woods lives on in the hearts of true believers and on YouTube videos everywhere. Could there be one right in your own backyard? Bring your whole family out to Hickory Knolls on Saturday, October 14 from 5:30-7pm to find out for yourself. Fee is $10/person. Ages 3 & under - free. Call for group rates. Remember flashlights. Dress for the weather. Hickory Knolls Discovery Center 3795 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles • (630) 513-4399 www.stcnature.org WHEATON 15% Off Public Canvas Events at The Sipping Muse Enjoy a fun time this fall and winter at this paint and sip studio in Wheaton. The Sipping Muse is a creative arts & BYOB studio where FUN is your Muse! Receive 15% off towards Public Canvas Events with code GLANCER15OFF. Valid through 12/31/2017, some restrictions apply. The Sipping Muse, A Paint & Sip Studio 122 N. Hale St., Wheaton (630) 949-8565 • www.thesippingmuse.com NAPERVILLE DuPage Children’s Museum Fall Festival • Oct 28-29 A trip to DuPage Children’s Museum can take you from “Ah?” to “AHA!” Visitors discover their world through hands-on exhibits inspiring creativity, curiosity, and problem solving. Build, wonder, discover, think, play, and more – the possibilities are endless. Don’t miss the always-popular Fall Festival taking place Saturday, October 28 – Sunday, October 29. Come in your costume and join us in celebrating the season! www.dupagechildrens.org (630) 637-8000 #GlancerMagazine #FabulousFallFunGuide #ArtsEntertainment #KidsTeens #GlancerGoToGuide #October12017 #October152017