GIVING ITEMS FROM YESTERYEAR A NEW LOOK  As the saying goes, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and chances are you are on the treasure side of it. Welcome to the world of upcycling. Whether you are a DIY expert or someone who just loves to dabble in turning old into fabulous, here are some cool ideas to help you along with your hobby, and also some unique places to visit that share your same upcycling interest. CHALK PAINT AT VELVET GRACE – Chalk Paint® is the unique decorative paint developed 25 years ago by Annie Sloan for furniture, floors and walls, drawing on a lifetime of research and experience in working with paint and color. It can be found at Velvet Grace in Oswego. There are also classes available to learn how to use this must-have in upcycling old to fabulous. Chalk Paint® adheres to most surfaces and creates gorgeous results both quickly and easily. ​Use it for a textured finish, a distressed finish, a smooth contemporary finish or even as a wash! Learn more online at www.velvetgrace.net or stop by Velvet Grace today at 4025 US 34, Oswego, (630) 636-6570. GIVING ITEMS FROM YESTERYEAR A NEW LOOK – As the saying goes, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and chances are you are on the treasure side of it. Welcome to the world of upcycling. Whether you are a DIY expert or someone who just loves to dabble in turning old into fabulous, here are some cool ideas to help you along with your hobby, and also some unique places to visit that share your same upcycling interest. RESTYLE NAPERVILLE – The eclectic mix of unique finds at this local favorite will leave you smiling from ear to ear! Stop by to see new items daily. They promote the reuse, reclamation, re-purpose, renewal, and recycle of all elements of style for the home....all while supporting two local charities with donations: Sharing Connections Furniture Bank and World Mission/Exodus. Picture From their Facebook Page 2S610 State Hwy 59, Warrenville • www.restylechicago.com DRAB TO FAB FURNITURE UPCYCLING CLASS – Transform yard-sale finds into items that showcase your style! This class teaches techniques to unearth and fix up those hidden gems. From items forgotten in basements to cast-offs picked up at the thrift store, professional decorative artist Ann Marie Auricchio shows you furniture upcycling tips to transform ordinary objects. You'll learn faux finishing, distressing and cracking, how to use silver leaf, and sophisticated stencil and tape techniques. Ann Marie will also teach you how to identify styles and eras of furniture design, as well as the secrets to distinguishing which items are worthy of upcycling and which are better left untouched. Master the art of "upcycling" all types of household items quickly, easily and inexpensively! Class by Ann Marie Auricchio. Order online today. $29.99 www.craftsy.com/other/classes/drab-to-fab-furniture-upcycling/35337 WORKSHOP 200 AT AVENUE 222 GENEVA • AUGUST 5 • 12-2PM – NEW! Bring in a small piece of furniture to paint. This class will give a brief introduction to the Rethunk Junk by Laura Paint Line and then we'll jump right in and start painting a small piece of furniture you bring in with you. A Wood Chair, Small Accent Table or End Table are perfect choices. You should be able to lift it yourself and it should fit into the front seat of your car. The best candidate for this piece is one that has good bones and has no major flaws. We're here to paint not to do any indepth carpentry! You will have time to prep your piece and give it 2 coats of paint and it's done. Rethunk Junk paint dries quickly and has a sealer in it so at that point you're good to go. You will receive a demonstration of glazing and additional sealing for items in high traffic areas. Class includes a quart of paint! This class is approximately 3 hours. 50% due at sign-up and the balance due at class. $95 www.avenue122.com/new-products/workshop-102 We hope you enjoyed this fun feature! Happy upcycling...... #GlancerMagazine #GlancerMagazine #HomeGarden #Aug12017 #Oswego #Naperville #Geneva

DE LA FINCA Sometimes the only way for me to beat the heat during summer in Chicago is to sip on some sparkling wine. That paired with some company, music and patio times is perfect. Cava is always a great choice and Raventos i. Blanc consistently puts out affordably delicious juice! I opened up their De La Finca, 2013 which was aged on the lees for 36 months. De la Finca comes from a historical vineyard, situated 50 km to the West of Barcelona; its geology and microclimate makes it a formidable rival to the most prestigious of wines. This is a blend of 50% Xarel-lo, 40% Macabeu and 10% Parellada. This has beautiful aromas of fresh citrus, floral and minerality amongst other alluring notes. Mouthwatering flavors follow with notes of citrus, tropical and floral. It’s absolutely delicious and rather decadent. Raventos i. Blanc makes many Cavas for different price points but this one retails for around $30. So the next time you’re outside on your patio maybe pop open a bottle of Cava to battle the heat. I believe it’s what the doctor ordered. Sláinte! ABOUT THE WRITER Eric McMillan, The Chicago Wino, is your source for lighthearted reviews of wine. thechicagowino.com also features links to fun tools like wine/food pairing, ideal serving temperatures, and "must try" bottles! Visit thechicagowino.com for a simple look at some complex flavors. "Like" Eric on Facebook–The Chicago Wino THE CHICAGO WINO WILL APPEAR IN EACH MONTHLY EARLY EDITION OF GLANCER MAGAZINE. SUBSCRIBE TODAY SO YOU DON’T MISS A SINGLE ISSUE #GlancerMagazine #TheChicagoWino #DiningCabaret #FoodKitchen #FeaturedBlog #Aug12017 #Aug152017

GIVING BACK Being a teen travel and life-style blogger is more than I could ever have dreamed of. Having the opportunities to travel all over the country and world have been such a blessing. I am grateful for each and every trip, journey, excursion and adventure. But now it is time for me to give back. Since I began travel blogging with my mom, we have both said we want our purpose to be meaningful. At first, we weren’t sure exactly what that looked like. Inspiring girls to travel and take risks seemed obvious at the time, and is still an aspiring goal. However, being an influencer, I feel there are more important jobs to be done. There are animals suffering, refugees ill and lost without homes, homeless people cold and alone, girls that cannot attend schools due to lack of hygienic products, schools that barely have resources for students to learn and the list unfortunately goes on and on. I have been asking myself for months, ‘What can I do to make a difference?’ Well, a few weeks ago my mom was contacted by another mom whose daughter follows Pedis-N-Passports. Her name is Gabi Frank, a 13-year-old girl from Downers Grove. She told me she has collected 2,000 books for children in the Caribbean through Pack for a Purpose and Sandals Foundation. I was so thrilled to hear about this noble charity and immediately wanted to partake. Pack for a Purpose was founded by Rebecca Rothney and a team of a few wonderful volunteers. Their mission is “to positively impact communities around the world by assisting travelers who want to bring meaningful contributions to the destinations they visit.” If you are planning a vacation, you should definitely go to their website and see if the community you are visiting is in need of any supplies. I mean what is better than going on an amazing vacation and helping people simultaneously. Pack for a Purpose provides supply lists on its website for destinations in over 60 countries. The needed items range from school supplies, to personal hygiene, to clothing and all sorts of items (many other requested items). People all over the world are in need and if you are fortunate enough to travel, it is a humanitarian responsibility to give back. So Gabi and I are asking for your help. We would like to collect 3,000 new and gently used books for children ages 3-6 years old for a new school in Jamaica. If you are willing to donate a book or two, please email us at: pedis.n.passports@gmail.com. Please spread the word and help make a difference one book at a time. ABOUT THE BLOGGERS Naperville mom and teacher, Kristen Kainrath and her teen daughter, Brooke, are a mother-daughter travel-blogging team who have always shared an incurable case of wanderlust. Their goal is to inspire girls to follow their passions and appreciate the diversity of our global community. Follow them on their journeys at www.pedisnpassports.com and watch for their monthly article inside Glancer Magazine in 2017. #GlancerMagazine #TravelLeisure #PedisNPassports #Lifestyle #FeaturedBlog #FeaturedBlogger #Aug12017

MAIN STREET PUB IN ST. CHARLES TO HOST OFFICIAL RIBBON CUTTING & GRAND OPENING PARTY, AUGUST 3 ST. CHARLES–Restaurateurs Kevin and Brian Hahn have opened the doors to their third location, Main Street Pub in St. Charles, Illinois. Joined by Corporate Chef Scott Fisher and General Manager Chris Dodsworth, the team now brings the Northwest suburbs the same wildly popular concept that has taken off in Naperville and Glen Ellyn over the last few years. A Ribbon Cutting ceremony with local dignitaries followed by a Public Grand Opening Party is scheduled for Thursday, August 3rd at 4:30 pm at the new full-service restaurant and bar (which is already open to the public). Welcoming Main Street Pub to the historic downtown St. Charles district on August 3rd will be the Mayor as well as officials from the Membership Committee and the Chamber of Commerce. After the Ribbon Cutting proceedings wrap, the Hahns are inviting the neighborhood to celebrate their official entry into town with a Grand Opening Party (until close) that includes 20%-off all food items, $5 draft beers, and a Solemn Oath (Naperville brewery) Tap Takeover. Main Street Pub, 204 W Main St, St Charles, (630) 797-5870 #GlancerMagazine #TastyPlaces #Aug12017 #StCharles #DiningCabaret

PLANNING A SPECIAL EVENT? Planning your special event should not deplete your life savings, or your parents life savings. Today’s technology affords us the ability to research all of the luxurious looks and styles that we love via Pinterest and The Knot, while fabulous community living magazines like Glancer introduce you to the many places where you can bring those looks and styles to life locally, with ease and on a budget. Here’s are 7 Spectacular Budget-Loving Special Event Finds that every bride and special event planner should check out. 1. The Bridal Boutique NAPERVILLE The Bridal Boutique of Naperville carries a large variety of designer wedding gowns at affordable prices. Appointments are available for day, evening and weekends. Dubbed the “Sample” shop of the western suburbs, there is no waiting or ordering, as all gowns are available off the rack and at a discount. With over 400 gowns in stock and at a discount, brides are sure to find their dream dress right here in Naperville. www.thebridalboutiqueofnaperville.com 2. DeEtta’s Bakery NAPERVILLE DeEtta’s Bakery was created in 2009 by Morgan and Kevin Tyschper out of a passion for artisan baked goods and breads. DeEtta’s focus is to bring scratch-made baked goods to the Chicagoland area with exceptional customer service. They source the finest local ingredients and our products use real butter, flour, sugar, and eggs. Visit the wedding gallery on their site and schedule an appointment today. www.deettasbakery.com 3. Century Memorial NAPERVILLE Built in 1864 the charm and elegance of Century Memorial Chapel comes through in its original stained glass windows and decorative hand stenciling. The curved buttresses, carved pews and globe lighting highlight the Gothic Revival style of architecture. This historic wedding venue near downtown Naperville was moved in 1970 from Jefferson and Ellsworth Streets in Naperville to its present site as the cornerstone of Naper Settlement, a history museum. With seating for up to 175 guests, our nondenominational chapel is the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony. Come make some memories in one of Chicagoland's only historic wedding chapels! www.napersettlement.org 4. Hickory Knolls ST. CHARLES Need a place for a wedding, baby shower, business meeting, family reunion or special event? We found a unique and special space for you! The Hickory Knolls Discovery Center is a 10,500 sq. ft. building featuring a spacious lobby that soars more than 20 feet in height, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views of the oak savanna just outside the doors. A wide range of attractions appeals to visitors of all ages including live animal displays, interactive floor-to-ceiling murals, indoor turtle pond, wetland exhibit, and more. Available weekdays, evenings and weekends with rates starting as low as $25 an hour. Kitchen and audio visual equipment additional. www.stcnature.org/weddings-rentals 5. Zola FREE ONLINE WEDDING PLANNER Simply so great! It’s a free wedding website, registry, checklist, and guest list all in one place. First you choose a stunning design for your site by following a step-by-step guide to personalize it with photos, stories and all the info your guests need. Then, you integrate your registry so guests only have to go to one place. You can also link to other registries, too from Zola. Here, you also manage your guest list and so much more. Say "Bye!" to unwieldly text and email chains. Use Zola’s dynamic tool to help you with all things guest-related. www.zola.com 6. Tradesy ONLINE TRADING SITE If you haven’t heard of this super great wedding site, get ready to be ultra excited. Hop online and sell what you own, buy what you want. Tradesy makes resale fast, simple and stylish - for buyers and sellers. With over 125,000 search results after typing in the word “wedding” this is no doubt the next greatest place to shop for beautiful wedding items on a budget, and also the right spot to sell your items. Check it out today! www.tradesy.com 7. Luxury Bridal Expos NAPERVILLE & GLEN ELLYN Come celebrate all things bridal and simplify your planning. See the couture show and meet the experts. Discover top resources in Chicagoland and the best wedding professionals in The Windy City. Each Wedding Show will feature special incentives. You’ll love seeing everything in one place! Sunday, July 30 ♥ Chicago Marriott Naperville Naperville Doors Open: 11:30am-4pm Fashion Show: 2:30pm Sunday, August 20 ♥ Abbington Banquets, Glen Ellyn Doors Open: 11:30am-4pm Fashion Show: 2:30pm #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #7SpectacularList #July152017 #Naperville #St #StCharles

DESTINED FOR DESTIN—OUR FIRST MOTHER-DAUGHTER ROAD TRIP TO EMERALD GRANDE Over the past six years, we have flown to Destin, Florida, several times to visit my son, Ryan, who was stationed in the Air Force. Staying on base, we never had to consider booking a condo or hotel. Nevertheless, I cannot tell you how many times we would gaze starry-eyed at the Emerald Grande–a majestic castle nestled on the edge of the sparkling harbor in dreamy Destin. So when spring break was fast approaching, Brooke and I decided to venture on our first mother-daughter road trip to Florida from Naperville–and yes, we decided that after a fourteen hour drive, we deserved a week of pampering at the breathtaking Emerald Grande Resort. It was the best decision we could have made--a lifetime of fun mother-daughter memories cruising down Highway 65. Even more exciting was Ryan flying back to Destin to spend the week with us. What a blessing! The Emerald Grand gave us the most spacious 3 bedroom-3 bath condo on the 11th floor overlooking the festive harbor, powdery white sand beaches and mesmerizing Gulf of Mexico. The two enormous balconies were the ideal setting for greeting the sunrise with your morning cup of coffee and soaking up sunsets at the end of a glorious beach day. The setting of the Emerald Grande is as extravagant as a Caribbean getaway without the cost of airfare for us. The location is also perfect for it is situated right in the midst of the Harbor Walk where we enjoyed the many delicious restaurants, zip lining, shopping and just strolling along watching the plethora of beautiful boats passing by. The Harbor Walk offers something for everyone: kayaks, jet skis, dolphin cruises, along with many other boating excursions, parasailing, concerts, dining, a shuttle to the white sand beaches right within view, an abundance of kid friendly boardwalk activities and so much more! Never having driven more than three hours by myself, I have to say this road trip was transformational. We sang our hearts out, played corny road trip games, shared secrets, met amazing people at each of our stopping points, and got a little lost in Alabama. To read all about our journey south and our stay in Destin visit www.pedisnpassports.com. ABOUT THE BLOGGERS Naperville mom and teacher, Kristen Kainrath and her teen daughter, Brooke, are a mother-daughter travel-blogging team who have always shared an incurable case of wanderlust. Their goal is to inspire girls to follow their passions and appreciate the diversity of our global community. Follow them on their journeys at www.pedisnpassports.com and watch for their monthly article inside Glancer Magazine in 2017. ABOUT THE BLOGGERS Naperville mom and teacher, Kristen Kainrath and her teen daughter, Brooke, are a mother-daughter travel-blogging team who have always shared an incurable case of wanderlust. Their goal is to inspire girls to follow their passions and appreciate the diversity of our global community. Follow them on their journeys at www.pedisnpassports.com and watch for their monthly article inside Glancer Magazine in 2017. #GlancerMagazine #TravelLeisure #PedisNPassports #Lifestyle #FeaturedBlog #FeaturedBlogger #July152017

ELAINE AND HENRY BARON – ONE OF THE CITY’S LONGEST MARRIAGES ON RECORD – HOW SWEET IS THAT? SUBURBAN CHICAGO–On July 12, 2017, Elaine and Henry Baron will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary at Ruth Chris Steakhouse in Northbrook. The couple has lived in Chicago since 1948 and has two children, four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Both avid travelers, Henry (97) and Elaine (93) live independently in Highland Park and plan to celebrate like they have every year since they met – with food, family, and lots of dancing. “We met when I was 16 and Henry was 20,” says Elaine. “I had gone through 2 1/2 years of college at NYU and I was pretty mature. I was visiting my aunt and uncle in Great Neck, Long Island, over a weekend and I was invited to a sweet 16 party by a girl I knew who lived across the street by my aunt and uncle. Dada had a few guy friends and one of them was invited to this party. I was playing ping pong with some young man and I beat him and Dada was watching and asked me to play. At the end of the evening, he wanted to know if I would like a ride back to the Bronx. Turned out he lived about six blocks from where we lived. And that was how it all began.“ After the war broke out in 1939, the two decided to get married. Elaine was 18 and Henry was 22. “I was pretty gutsy getting married at that age and moving away from my family especially after Dada was in the army and I had to live in a one tiny room by myself,” adds Elaine. “But I guess it had to be love because it sure wasn't easy.“ They moved from Lincoln, Nebraska, to Dayton, Ohio and finally settled in Chicago. During this time, Henry was teaching Air Force pilots the engineering of the plane. By the time they moved to Chicago in 1948, Henry and Elaine had one daughter, Roberta, and another on the way, Michele. The family lived on the Northside of Chicago until 1967, when they built a home in Skokie. Later when their daughters moved to Deerfield, they built another home in Highland Park, where they lived until 2012. This home was always the center of a lot of family dinners and activities. Currently they are living in a condo development in Highland Park and celebrating all that they have to be thankful.-Submitted #GlancerMagazine #WayBackWhen #Lifestyle #July152017 #Chicago

NAPERVILLE– It’s quite possibly the largest game of hide-n-seek in the area, spanning all 40 square miles of City of Naperville, including Naperville Park District’s 137 parks totaling over 2400 acres. The Kindness Rocks Naperville project is as simple as spreading kindness around Naperville through a fun activity! It's a great game of paint-n-hide-n-seek! Find Rocks, Paint Rocks, Hide Rocks. Then share your photos using hashtags #NapervilleRocks #KRN #KindnessRocksNaperville Post your photos at www.facebook.com/groups/485509908457731/ #GlancerMagazine #Community #KidsTeens #ArtsEntertainment #CaringSharing #GlancerWeekly #Naperville

ALL COLLEGE FRESHMEN AND THEIR PARENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND ON JULY 26 As many new college freshman prepare for “move-in” day on college campuses across the nation, the Naperville Police Department wants to be sure that parents are sending their young adults off safely. For this reason, the Department is offering a presentation on Wednesday, July 26 at 7 p.m. entitled, “Safety for the College Bound Student,” and encourages all upcoming college freshmen and their parents to attend. No registration is required for this class, which will be held at the Naperville Police Department, 1350 Aurora Ave. Crime Prevention Specialist Mary Browning states, “This is a great opportunity to learn how to be safe while on campus and away from home. We live in a very safe community and because of that our children can develop a false sense of security. This class will help students learn strong crime prevention strategies and also make them aware of some of the dangers of campus life and how to safeguard themselves.” The presentation has two distinct areas of focus. The first part of the program will educate students and parents about drugs, alcohol and the law. Browning states, “Students may be subjected to temptations and challenges that they haven’t yet been taught how to deal with. This class will talk frankly about making choices and understanding what the consequences may be; legally, personally and academically.” The second portion of the presentation will concentrate on personal safety. Browning said the Department wants students to start their college careers armed with the necessary knowledge and skills to keep themselves and their property safe. She added, “We want students to learn how to protect themselves and to know how to avoid being a victim of crime.” For more information, contact Crime Prevention Specialist Mary Browning at (630) 420-6731. #GlancerMagazine #EducationNews #Community #GlancerWeekly #Naperville

SATURDAY, JULY 15 • 11am-9:30pm Main Street Glen Ellyn welcomes you and your picnic basket, wine, chairs and friends to enjoy a day of pure fun and exceptional music. Twelve amazing Jazz groups will play continuously as you arrange your picnic spot, pour a glass of wine, stretch your legs and find the treasures that await. This is a FREE event! Visit www.jazzupglenellyn.com for more details. #GlancerMagazine #ArtsEntertainment #GlenEllyn #GlancerWeekly

NAPERVILLE BUSINESS NEWS Naper Settlement, an outdoor history museum, is pleased to announce that Benjamin Nau, an experienced professional in marketing and graphic design, has been named the museum’s new Director of Marketing. With more than 15 years of experience, Nau has worked with numerous clients to create and implement traditional and digital marketing strategies, and most recently served as Director of Ecommerce for Killerspin, a luxury table tennis brand. In his new role, Nau will be responsible for developing and executing a marketing and communications strategy. He will help build, manage and integrate the organization’s brand in all aspects of marketing communications, including digital, print, social media and will raise the overall awareness of the organization. “Benjamin encompasses the skills and expertise that we feel are important in moving our capital campaign forward and improving the museum’s digital presence,” said Naper Settlement’s President and CEO, Macarena Tamayo-Calabrese. “We’re excited to have him join the team, and look forward to his contributions in advancing our institution.” Nau began working for Killerspin in 2015 where he developed and executed all aspects of the sales process. Nau previously worked for project44, a Chicago-based startup that provides all-encompassing software packages that help track shipments for the transportation industry. Nau assisted the company in creating its branding, messaging and marketing strategy. Nau received his MBA in marketing and internet marketing from Benedictine University, and has a bachelor of fine arts in graphic design and a minor in marketing from Illinois Wesleyan University. “I am excited to help increase the digital footprint of Naper Settlement and take advantage of technology to help create new experiences,” said Nau. “My aim is to support the museum in its goal to serve the community by creating excellent marketing that increases awareness.” Nau has two sons, ages 6 and 9, with his wife, Jennifer. In his free-time, Nau enjoys gardening, coaching his sons’ baseball teams and competing in triathlons, where he’s an Ironman finisher. About Naper Settlement Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor museum with the Martin Mitchell Mansion (Pine Craig) on the National Register of Historic places. The museum is set on 12 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville, where history comes to play and community comes to connect. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org or call (630) 420-6010. #GlancerMagazine #Naperville #Business #TrendingNow #NaperSettlement

JULY IS NATIONAL CELL PHONE COURTESY MONTH From texting and driving to putting our devices down on the table at a restaurant to speaking loudly and sharing personal details in front of others, this is the perfect time to reflect on our mobile phone habits. Etiquette expert Sharon Schweitzer, founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide, offers these 10 modern cell phone manners & etiquette tips for everyone to remember this month and year-round: 1. Hidden cell phone: Whether you are attending an important business meeting, on a date, or in a casual setting with friends and family, keep your phone out of sight. Placing your phone on the table or desk sends the clear message that the people you are with are not your number-one priority. 2. Silent Smartphone: It’s polite and responsible to turn off your cell phone before meetings, meals, and meaningful moments – like dates! If you can’t turn your device off, turn it to silent or vibrate. Your phone is not a replacement for an in-person meeting. 3. Exceptions: There are exceptions to every rule: A) Doctors, nurses, first responders, and health providers B) Those expecting emergency calls C) Those who have an infant with a babysitter, or a person with a caregiver D) Those momentarily sharing photos with others E) Those researching an important request, such as directions. 4. Excuse Me: If accepting an emergency call, excuse yourself as quietly and calmly as possible from the gathering with an apology. For example, “I apologize; however, this is urgent. Please excuse me. I will return in a moment.” 5. Consider Content Carefully: With cell phones, spontaneity can be contagious. Remember, once a text, tweet or post is sent, it’s live. Sure, you can delete it, but it’s out there on the Internet, just waiting to bite you back. According to a YouGov Omnibus survey, 57% of Americans regret a text or social media post they’ve sent. So, use common sense and don’t post inappropriate photos, or text while consuming adult beverages. Avoid profanity. Consider these tips when the urge strikes to send a spontaneous message: • Step away from your phone, take a deep breath, and count to 30 to attempt to dissolve negative emotions towards the receiver • Ask a friend to advise whether your content is appropriate • Carefully consider the repercussions - are you making a valid contribution or a faux pas? 7. Respond promptly: When you miss a call, text, or email, respond in an appropriate and timely manner by apologizing for missing their message. Then respond with substance. 8. 10-foot rule: When making or taking a call, move 10 feet away from the building including windows. No one wants to see you nervously pacing or gesturing during your conversation. Step outside when responding to a call while in a house of worship, medical office, library, theatre, or hospital. Refrain from confidential conversations on planes, trains, and automobiles. 9. Don’t Talk & Drive: Many cities now ban smartphone use while driving. If you must use the phone, drive to a safe area away from traffic. New vehicle technology comes with integrated hands-off, Bluetooth options. If your vehicle has this technology, be attentive to the road and use caution. Safety first! 10. The Cellular Crutch: Your phone isn’t a gadget to turn-to when you are not sure what to do in uncomfortable situations. If you walk into a new office, or a wedding reception and don’t know anyone, take time to engage face-to-face. Deferring back to your phone as a crutch will keep you from truly connecting with new people. Practice improving your face-to-face interactions by turning your cell phone off, or leaving it hidden in the car. 10. Focus Attention Towards Other Hobbies: We tend to use our phones everywhere- at parties, at work, before we go to sleep. This dramatically impacts how much, or how little, we accomplish daily. Make a conscious effort to focus on projects, without the distraction of constantly checking your phone for email, texts, or surfing the web. #GlancerMagazine #TechTime