Q. Are there advantages to planting trees in the fall? Fall officially begins with the autumnal equinox in late September, however for planting purposes, once we pass Labor Day we consider it fall planting season. Many people incorrectly assume that the growing season ends with the onset of fall. In fact, quite to the contrary, the growing season continues well into fall. Here in lies the key reason that fall is such a good time to plant trees, it is the season of active root growth. Trees installed in fall will establish themselves into the landscape long after they have shed their seasonal leaves. This establishment occurs in a time that homeowners are required to water less and develops trees that are ready to flourish the next season. Additionally, with an established root system, trees installed this fall will be far more resistant to damage and/or stress that may develop if we experience a mid-season drought or insect infestation next year. While it is true that many species can’t be transplanted in the fall, all species can be planted. What this means is that we can’t dig a Magnolia for example from our fields now, however a spring dug Magnolia that is properly cared for in our holding yard can be installed into your landscape in the fall achieving the same benefits as described above. As for how late to plant, it depends heavily on the property and the species. Evergreen trees should typically go in no later than mid-November unless the weather is mild and the ground is far from holding front. For deciduous trees most varieties are fine to plant all the way to Thanksgiving. ask an expert Eric D. Bruss, APLD is the owner of Bruss Landscaping, Inc. Bruss landscaping has been providing high quality landscape design and installation services to the area since 1952. Please contact Bruss Landscaping at (630) 665-1600, www.bruss landscaping.com, or visit our display gardens at 1607 E. Roosevelt Road in Wheaton

​ 10,OOO MANIACS COMING TO CHICAGO & BATAVIA THIS MONTH One of pop music’s most critically acclaimed bands, 10,000 Maniacs, will perform two shows in the Chicago area including: Friday, September 25, 2015 Beverly Art Center Showtime 8:00 P.M./Tickets $41.00 & $37.00 (BAC members) http://www.beverlyartcenter.org/ Saturday, September 26, 2015 Ramsey Auditorium/Fermilab Arts Series Showtime 8:00 P.M./Tickets $39.00 & $20.00 (18 & under) Batavia, IL http://www.fnal.gov/culture/NewArts/Arts/15-16/10KM.shtml For over 30 years, 10,000 Maniacs have won the hearts and ears of music fans around the world selling over 10 million records. The group was founded in the fall of 1981 in Jamestown, NY, byRobert Buck, Dennis Drew, Steven Gustafson, John Lombardo and Natalie Merchant with the later addition of Jerry Augustyniak in 1983. Together with artists like R.E.M. they helped define “college rock” and the first wave of “alternative rock” bands with their pop-conscious, literate and lush aesthetic. 10,000 Maniacs first gained widespread recognition with 1987’s In My Tribe (Elektra). The record featured the hit singles “Hey Jack Kerouac,” “Like The Weather,””Don’t Talk” and “What’s The Matter Here?” The album went to #37 on the Billboard Magazine Top 200 chart and sold over 2 million copies. Rolling Stone Magazine included the album in their “One Hundred Best Albums of the Eighties.” The band sold 3 million copies in 1992 with the landmark Our Time In Eden (Elektra), bolstered by alt-rock radio mainstays “These Are Days” and “Candy Everybody Wants 10,000 Maniacs added backing singer/violist Mary Ramsey in 1991. She performed on the band’s biggest selling record, 1993’s MTV Unplugged (Elektra), which featured the remake of the classic, "Because the Night.” The CD sold over 4 million copies. Merchant left the band in 1993 with Ramsey assuming the lead vocalist position. According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, she “brilliantly rose to the occasion.” In fact, the band’s top charting single on Billboard was the band’s cover of the Roxy Music song “More Than This,” featuring Ramsey on lead vocals, from their 1997 album Love Among The Ruins (Geffen). In 2004, Elektra/Asylum/Rhino Records released Campfire Songs: The Popular, Obscure and Unknown Recordings, a two CD set compilation featuring a broad array of their groundbreaking music including several unreleased tracks. In 2013, 10,000 Maniacs released Music From The Motion Picture, their first full-length album in 13 years. The album was completely crowd funded and produced independently by the group themselves. It was hailed as a beautiful affirmation of the band’s classic poetic lyrics and dreamy Americana blend. The band's newest recording, Twice Told Tales, is a full-length collection of traditional British Isles folk songs and it was released on both CD as well as a special 180-gram 12” vinyl format on Cleopatra Records on April 28, 2015. Founding member and keyboardist Dennis Drew explains the germination of the project, “Folk music of all types has been a strong influence on the band. One of the songs on the new record ‘Do You Love An Apple’ has been in our repertoire for 30 years. We’ve also recorded Carter family songs and other American, Irish and British Folk music in the past. These are timeless melodies.” Drew continues, “Some songs are funny, some are heartbreaking. Most are 100, 200, 300 years old. It’s crazy how they can be turned into 21st century pop songs!” The band continues to tour incessantly in the U.S. and has made many new fans in Mexico, Germany, Japan, Portugal and Brazil with their Pledgemusic campaigns. Their Pledgemusic campaign has also raised money for Children’s Hospital of Buffalo and The Robert Buck Memorial Scholarship fund in honor of the late guitarist who passed away in 2000. Band: Mary Ramsey- Lead Vocals, Viola Jerome Augustyniak-Drums Dennis Drew-Keyboard, Vocals Jeff Erickson- Guitar, Vocals Steven Gustafson- Bass Guitar Visit 10,000 Maniacs online at http://www.maniacs.com

​​ Meet Singer-Songwriter Jewel at Wentz Hall During this Special Anderson’s Bookshop Event Celebrated for her poetry, voice, songwriting and performances, Jewel is a worldwide success. And now, with this moving memoir, she’s an author too! Meet Jewel when she comes to Naperville for an Anderson’s Bookshop event at Wentz Hall, on the campus of North Central College, on Tuesday, September 29 at 7 pm. And not only will Jewel be discussing her beautiful memoir, Never Broken, but she has agreed to perform! A booksigning opportunity will follow Jewel’s talk. This program, sponsored by Anderson’s Bookshops, takes place at Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. Tickets are required and available with the purchase of the author’s new book at Anderson’s Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., in downtown Naperville, (630) 355-2665. ABOUT THE BOOK: New York Times bestselling poet and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jewel explores her unconventional upbringing and extraordinary life in an inspirational memoir that covers her childhood to fame, marriage, and motherhood. When Jewel’s first album, Pieces of You, topped the charts in 1995, her emotional voice and vulnerable performance were groundbreaking. Drawing comparisons to Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell, a singer-songwriter of her kind had not emerged in decades. Now, with more than thirty million albums sold worldwide, Jewel tells the story of her life, and the lessons learned from her experience and her music. Living on a homestead in Alaska, Jewel learned to yodel at age five, and joined her parents’ entertainment act, working in hotels, honky-tonks, and biker bars. Behind a strong-willed family life with an emphasis on music and artistic talent, however, there was also instability, abuse, and trauma. At age fifteen, she moved out and tasked herself with a mission: to see if she could avoid being the kind of statistic that her past indicated for her future. Soon after, she was accepted to the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, and there she began writing her own songs as a means of expressing herself and documenting her journey to find happiness. Jewel was eighteen and homeless in San Diego when a radio DJ aired a bootleg version of one of her songs and it was requested into the top-ten countdown, something unheard-of for an unsigned artist. By the time she was twenty-one, her debut had gone multiplatinum. There is much more to Jewel’s story, though, one complicated by family legacies, by crippling fear and insecurity, and by the extraordinary circumstances in which she managed to flourish and find happiness despite these obstacles. Along her road of self-discovery, learning to redirect her fate, Jewel has become an iconic singer and songwriter. In Never Broken she reflects on how she survived, and how writing songs, poetry, and prose has saved her life many times over. She writes lyrically about the natural wonders of Alaska, about pain and loss, about the healing power of motherhood, and about discovering her own identity years after the entire world had discovered the beauty of her songs. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jewel is an American singer, songwriter, poet, actress, philanthropist, and mother. She has received four Grammy Award nominations and has sold more than thirty million albums worldwide. She is the founder of Project Clean Water, and author of the New York Times bestseller A Night Without Armor: Poems as well as two books for children. Raised in Homer, Alaska, Jewel currently lives in Tennessee and Colorado with her son. ABOUT ANDERSON’S BOOKSHOPS: Sponsoring this upcoming program is Anderson’s Bookshops, specializing in book sales, author events, booksignings, and building a sense of community, learning and fun. The store has been helping Naperville readers for six generations. Based in downtown Naperville, the store has grown with the community. A second location is in downtown Downers Grove, at 5112 Main Street (630) 963-2665 and Anderson’s Bookshops is now open in La Grange at 26 S. La Grange Rd. (708) 582-6353. A gift shop, Anderson’s Two-Doors East, at 111 W. Jefferson Ave., operates in Naperville. Key to Anderson’s success has been special author events, like the September 29 program with Jewel at Wentz Hall on the campus of North Central College. To keep updated about other Anderson’s events, please visit www.andersonsbookshop.com.

​​​ 7 WEST SUBURBAN WOMEN WHO LOVE TO SHOP.... You'll have fun getting to know where these local ladies love to SHOP, DINE, RELAX, & UNWIND. P.D. & Drew Menzel, Glen Ellyn The Menzel’s have made Glen Ellyn their home for the past 16 years and are raising two beautiful daughters, Drew (19) and Ellie (16). When mom, P.D. is not teaching fitness classes at the Wheaton Sports Center or Rise in Glen Ellyn, and daughter, Drew, is home from Florida State University, they can be found goofing off on apps like Jib Jab and Dubsmash! P.D. relishes in the variety of cooking classes at Marcel’s Culinary Experience (Glen Ellyn) and Drew enjoys hanging out at the Marcus Addison Cincema for $5 movie Tuesdays and free popcorn! 1. Where do you love to shop? P.D.: I shop primarily at AliKat (Glen Ellyn), a yummy small boutique with big style and a unique selection. It's so convenient for on-trend outfits for me and my two teen girls. For formal dresses, we head to Fuchsia. Drew: Definitely AliKat; they carry a lot of great brands like Free People and Billabong and I absolutely love the jewelry. 2. What is your favorite restaurant? P.D.: We just love with Fire+Wine (Glen Ellyn) - the food is fresh and inventive. Then there is Cab's Wine Bar Bistro (Glen Ellyn), an old favorite of ours to meet friends at their bar. Lunch at Blackberry Market (Glen Ellyn) is a must because I can pick up dinner to go! Drew: Fire+Wine for the donuts! 3. Where do you go to relax and unwind? P.D.: We head to the terrace at Glen Oak Country Club - wine, beautiful view, great friends. The Village Links on the Southside of Glen Ellyn also has a great patio. Drew: I go to the Glen Oak pool with friends -Kristen Kucharski; Photo by Mike Mantucca Rosemary Spann, Naperville Rosemary’s life is full of faith, family, friends, and fun and Naperville has provided her family the perfect backdrop for their active lifestyle. As a 23-year resident of the city, Rosemary’s Naperville home not only serves as her place of business, as owner of the Spann Group, Inc. – a meeting and event management company; but as her choice venue for relaxing and unwinding. However, she still likes to hit the town. “We enjoy live events…anywhere we can go to see live theater, jazz, blues, dance or comedy and of course, good food,” Rosemary says. “The Wentz Concert Hall at North Central College (Naperville) is a great venue.” Rosemary enjoys entertaining in her home, great restaurants and traveling; but, for a good laugh or to reconnect with family and friends, she plugs into Facebook. 1. Where do you love to shop? My go-to store for clothes is Karisma in downtown Naperville. I can buy beautiful dressy clothes, casual clothes, jewelry, purses and other accessories at an affordable price; and there’s always a sale! 2. What is your favorite restaurant? bd’s Mongolian Grill (Naperville) has a great variety of fresh food in a fun atmosphere watching the grillers cook the food. For fine dining - Sullivan’s Steak House (Naperville) for their great food, great drinks and great service. 3. Where do you go to relax and unwind? Downtown Naperville and the Riverwalk. -Kristen Kucharski; Photo by Mike Mantucca Julie Jordan, Laux, Hinsdale Julie Jordan Laux is almost as recognizable as the infamous city in which she lives An 18-year resident of Hinsdale, Julie and her husband Doug have raised their seven children in Hinsdale and the kids are all now in various stages of their lives. Laux founded her own business, J. Jordan Homes, LLC., which specializes in custom home design and building. Located in Hinsdale, the town is dotted with many homes she has built. She and her work leave an indelible mark for the history books. Her passion for family, work, friends and neighbors follows suit with her love of fashion. Laux loves her town and is rooted strongly in shopping locally. “It's my strong belief that if we want a vibrant town, we must support it. That's why I shop locally whenever possible. I love walking into any of the several 'Alixandra' stores and chatting with the salespeople. Because the respective staffs diligently work to learn and know my personal taste, they are always able to help me find just the right item(s) I'm seeking, and are eager to provide that personalized shopping experience I've learned to expect,” Laux says. As a builder, Laux needs a good foundation for a house. The foundation for her wardrobe is a dress. It’s her personal uniform and she says, “Sometimes my days are so hectic that the outfit I put together for an 8AM meeting also has to get me through dinner that night with friends or clients. In my opinion, only a dress can make that transition.” Through accessories like bracelets or shoes, she can style her dresses for all occasions. Hinsdale’s unofficial ambassador of style and grace is found in Julie Jordan Laux. -Nichole Niemann D'Aprile; Photo by Mike Mantucca Gabrielle (Gabby) Witcpalek, Oswego Teenagers love to eat, shop, and have fun with friends and 17-year-old Gabrielle Witcpalek is no different. When she’s not playing softball, volunteering on the prom committee, or working to save money for college, she is checking in with friends on Instagram, listening to Taylor Swift, or playing the Heads-Up app with her older brothers and parents. “When I hear the phrase ‘girls just want to have fun,’ I think of a big group of girls getting together, doing makeup, painting nails, and talking about the cutest guys in the school,” Gabby says. With college and hard work in her near future, Gabby likes to unwind with her two dogs, Zen and Lily. 1. Where do you love to shop? The Prom Shoppe for formal dresses. The staff is dedicated to finding THE perfect dress, taking into consideration your price range, body shape and preferred colors. I am also guaranteed to find the perfect outfit for any time at Bella Gia - they always have new styles and items. 2. What is your favorite restaurant? Culvers. I love the food and the people there so much that I actually work there. 3. Where do you go to relax and unwind? A relaxing place for me is the Village Grind. I always find it so relaxing to order some tea or coffee and snuggle up in a comfy couch with a book or even to finish up some homework. -Kristen Kucharski; Photo by Mike Mantucca Temple Tsenes-Hills Geneva/Lisle/Bloomingdale Temple can be found modeling for Jane Pabon in Geneva, teaching as an adjunct professor at Benedictine University in Lisle, hanging with girlfriends at the Eaglewood Resort and Spa in Itasca, or traveling to Paris and blogging about her experiences via Pour l'Amour de Paris (For the Love of Paris). This west suburban mom prefers to relax and unwind by blasting music while singing and dancing around her house! Temple also finds simple joy in setting up a "Ravinia table" with flowers, champagne and a fruit/cheese tray in her Bloomingdale driveway, engaging with her three children as they play basketball, football, tennis, and baseball. She’s a west suburban professional with a flair for fun and fashion! 1. Where do you love to shop? I have an eclectic style and aesthetic. I love to mix and match clothing and accessories from several style genres: vintage, boho, classic, romantic, rock, etc. At Jane Pabon's Luxury Consignment Boutique in Geneva, Jane carries a unique selection of couture and ready-to-wear pieces of the highest quality. 2. What is your favorite restaurant? My husband and I are serious foodies, so we have several favorite restaurants: Bien Trucha, Stockholm's, and El Mocajete (Geneva) and A Toda Madre (Glen Ellyn) 3. Where do you go to relax and unwind? We drive along the Fox River and go to Geneva Wine Cellars & Tasting Room, sit outside and sample wines by the glass or go to Graham's 318 (Geneva) - Kristen Kucharski Photo by Mike Mantucca Cindy Santay Downers Grove For the girl who wants it all, Avec Panache is the one stop shop that adds flair to any affair. Just ask Cindy Santay, a Downers Grove resident for 27 years and counting. Located in Downers Grove, Avec Panache is a one of a kind gift shop designed to celebrate any occasion with style. Flair for the home, for her, special occasions for all seasons and reasons. Santay says “I love to shop at Avec Panache because I like to support my hometown. I think it is so nice that the four owners are friends. They have great items for gifts and personal use.” Soft table linens in sophisticated patterns, fine lotions and fragrances, and the inviting scent of a candle all spark the senses. People, places, and things sum up the winning combination of the local flavor of Downers Grove. When heading out, Santay loves a night at Capri Ristorante and going to the Tivoli with close friends. She likes to shop in town and incorporates her personal fashion style and home decor using neutral colors and solids. “Everyone (in Downers Grove) has a good sense of style and good fashion sense,” reflects Santay. Santay is married with three kids - a daughter and two sons. She is a stay at home mom and spends her extra time volunteering. In today’s fast paced, electronic world, Santay prefers to stay connected by the telephone or note writing. With old fashioned appeal, local flair, and global reach, Santay puts Downers Grove at the top of destination living. -Nichole Niemann D'Aprile Photo by Mike Mantucca

​ KRISTEN GRAY OF NAPERVILLE Founder of The Charlotte & Gwyneth Gray Foundation Watching her 4.5-year-old daughter, Charlotte, struggle on a daily basis with walking, speech and social interactions has been gut wrenching for Naperville native Kristen Gray, wife of Hollywood producer Gordon Gray (best known for making inspirational sports movies like Miracle, Million Dollar Arm, and The Rookie). Charlotte was diagnosed in March 2015 with late infantile NCL Batten disease CLN6. Charlotte’s 2-year-old sister, Gwyneth, shares the same diagnosis. This neurode-generative brain disease is extremely rare and will leave the girls blind, immobile, cognitively impaired - and life expectancy is between 6 and 12; hence the driving force behind funding 10 million dollars for immediate research. “We are taking a three-pronged approach with cellular therapy, gene therapy and small molecule therapy,” Kristen shares. “Secondly, we need to put money towards the proposals to get those treatments underway immediately as NO ONE else is doing it.” Even in Kristen’s most exhausted state, her mind is constantly running with what opportunities may arise tomorrow to halt the progression of the disease haunting her two young daughters. This hero mom has no plans on giving up until a cure is found. Support her fight at www.curebatten.org. STORY UPDATE: On October 3, Friends for the Charlotte and Gwenyth Gray Foundation to Cure Batten Disease will hold a benefit at the Embassy Suites at 1813 Arbiter Court in Naperville. The event will feature a 6:30 cocktail reception, dinner, entertainment and a live auction. Celebrities Giuliana and Bill Rancic will host the evening. Tickets are $150 each, and sponsorship packages are available. Organizers are hoping for a sell-out crowd to fill up the ballroom at the Embassy Suites. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 630-369-9070 or email napercurebatten@gmail.com. Tickets also can be purchased online at https://curebatten.ejoinme.org/naperville. Please RSVP by September 25th. Photo Credit Larissa Block from Beauties and Babies Photography

​ Having a fall fashion 911? Don’t fret – we’ve got the 411! So how do you feel hip and trendy, but not over the top this season? Check out our list that includes the hottest colors and top brands and where to find exactly what you’re looking for, to feel fabulous this fall. Shop local & look fab! 1. THE HOTTEST PANTONES AT.... Jeans & A Cute Top Shop According to www.pantone.com, Marsala is THE color for 2015. This rich red hue with hints of brown emanates sophistication, yet feels earthy. That’s why it’s perfect for fall! Jackets, tunics and tops in this subtly seductive shade are available at the Downers Grove, Wheaton and St. Charles locations. www.jeansandacutetopshop.com 2. CLASSIC HANDBAGS AT.... Boutique Repeats Every ensemble is made better by carrying a classic handbag on your arm- they’re like a fine wine and get better with age. And this Aurora consignment shop always has a generous supply of the best designers, so pick your poison - Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Burberry are just some of our favorites. www.boutiquerepeat.com 3. LUXURY FOR LESS AT.... Jane Pabon Boutique Their motto for 2015: find luxury pieces for less. Who doesn’t want that? In search of a dress - for any occasion – this should be your “go-to.” We found cocktail dresses, formal gowns, everyday dresses (and even that cute little black dress) in every size and color at this Geneva resale boutique! www.janepabon.com 4. LONG FLOWY TUNICS AT.... Lola Boutique With cooler weather headed our way, everyone is excited about long, flowy tunics. And this Glen Ellyn mainstay promises great new looks by way of Comfy USA - so many tunics to choose from, so little time! Out with the black this fall, instead shop for olive, wine, teal and animal prints! www.shoplolastyle.com 5. THE TIE-DYE OF TODAY AT.... The Green Goddess Boutique The tie-dye of old… is old news. But this sustainably chic Hinsdale boutique carries the tie-dye of today – muted earth tones that are light and gauzy. Tanks, skirts and dresses from Chan Luu give this old favorite an updated "Boho-chic" look that is so popular today. www.thegreengoddessboutique.com 6. THAT PERFECT FALL SWEATER AT.... Ootra This Naperville hot spot is chock full of the latest trends, with oh-so-helpful staff members who really know their stuff…and they’re experts at finding some different ways to wear your sweaters this fall. Hint: think about using some of your summer pieces in combination with your fall pieces, like pairing crochet shorts with leggings! www.ootra.com 7. PRINT FAVORITES AT.... Bella-gia Boutique Bella-gia Boutique Today’s teens and tweens love prints. Tribal print tops, Aztec print dresses and paisley print pants are all the rage, and Oswego’s Bella-gia has them! And just because summer is almost over doesn’t mean you have to put away the floral prints – their floral fringe cardi will carry you into fall without ditching your sassy style ! www.bella-giaboutique.ecwid.com Watch For A Uniquely Themed “7 Spectacular”  List In Every Monthly Issue. View Upcoming Issue Themes Online Under\ Editorial. Share this List On facebook & Twitter www.glancermagazine.com #7SpectacularList

​​​ THE BEST THING ABOUT BEING A WOMAN… Girls’ Night – raise your hand if you’re a fan. In case you’re wondering, I have both hands up…and my big toe. Urban Dictionary defines “girls’ night” as: usually held at a cheesy Irish pub or dance club, where groups of females dress provocatively, flirt incessantly and dance badly. Uggggh! That’s what people think? I mean, provocative dresses, shameless flirting and Irish pubs are one thing, but dancing badly? Please…I’ve never danced badly a day in my life. However horrifying the above scenario sounds, I am sort of embarrassed to say, girls’ nights lately have been equally horrifying. Throwing my hair into a bun, slipping into yoga pants and whipping up a batch of margaritas – who wants to come over and watch Bridesmaids for the 47th time – is about the speed I’m traveling. I figured there’s got to be something in the middle. Something that says Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda go out on the town with a little bounce in their step and gleam in their eye. And shazam…like lightning in a (wine) bottle, I found it! My newest babe fav comes in the form of a crafty little spot, known as Bottle & Bottega. Yeah, it’s one of those paint-your-own places, but this one is so outside the proverbial “painting party” box, I was actually excited to be there (my usual M.O. is to break out in a cold sweat while cowering in the bathroom with a glass of wine – I’m THAT anxious about my lack of artistic ability). Bottle & Bottega has a go-with-the-flow vibe that instantly made me feel relaxed– sassy even! I loved that tons of colorful artwork was already on the walls – call it inspiration for the faint of heart – and a cute little bar area was in the corner, where we “set up shop” (a.k.a. uncork wine, cut cheese, unwrap crackers). And the fact that there was plenty of time to socialize before painting made it feel much more like play than performance. When painting began, our teacher was reassuring and lively – sorta like having our own Andy Cohen – we played a drinking game called “drink whenever a train rolls by” (we were in downtown Glen Ellyn, so you can imagine the sippin’ that was going on). Her level of encouragement and guidance created just the right amount of moxie in me to be inventive and clever…and not feel self-conscious about it. Yet another example of their “paint outside the lines” rather than “paint by number” mentality. Next on tap: Sexy Jock nearly nude model painting. Call it Sex in the City meets craft night! Bottle & Bottega is a byob interactive painting studio that offers public classes (see the calendar for details) or allows you to host private painting events. Their motto is that we all have master artists inside just waiting to be uncorked! 498 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, (630) 984-4955, www.bottleandbottega.com/glen-ellyn about the writer Tiffany Schultz resides in Sugar Grove with her husband, two kids and Shih Tzu. While seeking balance between her dueling roles as wife, mother, daughter, friend and professional, Tiffany spends as much time as possible daydreaming on her screen porch. She enjoys cooking, traveling and yoga and hopes to one day learn Italian and make the perfect crème brulee. #TalesFromtheHighWire

​ MEET TV'S RAINN WILSON IN NAPERVILLE, NOV 13 Fans of TV’s The Office should get set for a special Anderson’s Bookshop event, coming at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13 to Naperville’s Community Christian Church, 1635 Emerson Ln. Anderson’s author guest is Rainn Wilson, known to The Office fans as Dwight Schrute. But with Wilson’s new memoir, the actor proposes a new moniker: The Bassoon King. This memoir of his sometimes unconventional life will be discussed at the November event, followed by an audience Q & A session, and then a booksigning line. Tickets are required and available with the purchase of the author’s new book at Anderson’s Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson Ave., in downtown Naperville, (630) 355-2665. ABOUT THE BOOK: Rainn Wilson’s memoir is about growing up geeky and finally finding his place in comedy, faith, and life. For nine seasons Rainn Wilson played Dwight Schrute, everyone’s favorite work nemesis and beet farmer. Viewers of The Office fell in love with the character and grew to love the actor who played him even more. Wilson founded a website and media company, Soul Pancake, which eventually became a bestselling book of the same name. He also started a hilarious Twitter feed (sample tweet: “I’m not on Facebook” is the new “I don’t even own a TV”) that now has more than four million followers. Now, he’s ready to tell his own story and explain how he came up with his incredibly unique sense of humor and perspective on life. He explains how he grew up “bone-numbingly nerdy before there was even a modicum of cool attached to the word.” The Bassoon King chronicles his journey from nerd to drama geek (“the highest rung on the vast, pimply ladder of high school losers”), his years of mild debauchery and struggles as a young actor in New York, his many adventures and insights about The Office, and finally, Wilson’s achievement of success and satisfaction, both in his career and spiritually, reconnecting with the artistic and creative values of the Bahá’í faith he grew up in. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: RAINN WILSON is best known for his Emmy-nominated role as Dwight Schrute on NBC’s The Office, though today he’s equally well-known for his millions of Twitter followers and the philosophy website he founded, Soul Pancake, which launched a New York Times bestselling book of the same name. ABOUT ANDERSON’S BOOKSHOPS: Sponsoring this upcoming program is Anderson’s Bookshops, specializing in book sales, author events, booksignings, and building a sense of community, learning and fun. The store has been helping Naperville readers for six generations. Based in downtown Naperville, the store has grown with the community. A second location is also open in downtown Downers Grove, at 5112 Main Street (630) 963-2665. A gift shop, Anderson’s Two-Doors East, at 111 W. Jefferson Ave., in Naperville, opened in the fall of 2009. And just this month, Anderson’s newest location in La Grange opened its doors at 26 S. La Grange Rd. (708) 582-6353. Key to Anderson’s success has been special author events, like the November 13 program with Rainn Wilson at Community Christian Church, Naperville. To keep updated about other Anderson’s events, please visit www.andersonsbookshop.com.

THE LITTLE TRAVELER IN GENEVA, ILLINOIS The Little Traveler is located in downtown Geneva at 404 S. 3rd St. Geneva is known as one of the most unique shopping spots in the Midwest and maintains a tradition of hospitality, class, and character. The Little Traveler has remained the cornerstone of this tradition. The shop has 36 rooms filled with treasures from around the world and a charming staff to assist when needed. www.littletraveler.com 1. The Atrium Café, charming & peaceful surrounded by English décor. Traditional tea sandwiches to innovative new wraps, burgers, and desserts. Thursdays and Saturdays from 2-4:30pm, English Afternoon Tea (Reservations Required); Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm! 2. A room filled with Brighton products; handbags, necklaces, belts, leather goods, watches, jewelry, charms, eyewear, luggage & more! Each design is sketched by hand by a host of artisans. Pictured: Employee Brenda Dillenbury shelving the ‘Brighton Celebrates Vera Colorblock Satchel’, $290. 3. Vera Bradley quilted cotton handbags, luggage, and accessories setup right inside with a dedicated room in the center of this shop, just outside the Atrium Café. Their scenery is always changing with the seasons as Vera Bradley continuously introduces new fabrics and styles. 4. A unique line of earrings, necklaces, pins and bracelets from Chicago designer, Patricia Locke, in one of the artisan jewelry rooms.Handcrafted by a team of artisans outside of Chicago, each of her pieces are combined art with modern fashion. Pictured: Employee Judith Swenson. 5. Add a timeless, elegant touch to your jewelry collection with the classically elegant Downton Abbey fashion jewelry. Inspired by jewelry worn on the critically acclaimed series Downton Abbey, these Victorian style pieces will make the Dowager Countess proud! 6. In-demand Naot shoes with contemporary styles & colors combined with quality, comfort & fashion. Pictured: Employee Donna Rezzuto holding the ever so popular ‘Lisa Shoe’ by Naot. 7. The Wine Room features a collection of artisan wines. Pictured: (L to R) Employees Maggie Peterson holding Just Peachy, Anna Houston holding Mommy’s Time Out and Charlotte Jackson holding Italo Cescon Vento. 8. A must-stop toy shop stocked with brain-teasing games, toys, books for children of all ages, stuffed animals, trains, cars, Laser Pegs®, Goldie Blox, board games, dice, cards, tabletop games, Melissa & Doug products, Golden Keepsakes and one of the largest collections of Madame Alexander dolls plus so much more! Pictured: Employee Sharon Burch holding the popular Madame Alexander doll “Wendy Goes To The Drive-in”. 9. Fair Trade Galleries at The Little Traveler is a market for handcrafted products made by artisans from around the world. The artisans are paid a fair price to cover costs of materials and provide compensation for their labor and skill allowing them to provide food, housing, and clothing for their families. 10. Tasteful designer apparel from around the world! Designers like Tribal, Focus 2000, baabaazuzu, Berek, Nomadic Traders, Erin London, Slimsensations and Multiples. New lines include Joules (UK), Su Placer (USA), Renaur (Canada), Two Women and a Trunk (Canada), KIKI and Anna Ocean (Hawaii). #SuburbanBuzz

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Giant Steps 5K Walk For Autism • October 3rd Please come join us on Saturday, October 3rd, 2015, 9am-12pm at the beautiful Rich Harvest Farms Estate in Sugar Grove, IL. The event is FREE to attend! It is a family fun day, gorgeous 5k walk, 1 mile activity trail (music, art, and sports), games, food and beverages provided. Visit: www.firstgiving.com/giantsteps/gswalk2015 to register. All proceeds benefit Giant Steps, a non-profit organization that provides therapeutic programs and services to individuals with autism.Questions? Contact, Katrina Meckes at kmeckes@mygiantsteps.org or (630) 864-3804. Photo: Jerry Rich, President of Rich Harvest Farms, walks to support autism at the 2014 Giant Steps 5K Walk.

REINVENT YOUR WINNING WARDROBE Want to turn your fall wardrobe into something altogether amazing? Well, I’m here to help. Why not start with a rockin', tough girl leather jacket? Maybe pick a long, flowing cardigan sweater to pair with your skinny jeans and show your boyish charm? Let a piece of statement jewelry top off your look. Just make sure you mix things up, layer all you want, and then watch how easily this season’s little extras reinvent your wardrobe. Your secret code chic combination is as easy as 1,2,3 and 4. Start with the building blocks to a winning wardrobe. 1. crisp, white blouse 2. cuffed jeans 3. ankle boot 4. sensual wine lip color Show your unmistakable sense of style and street chic by adding the key silhouettes from your local boutiques. Up your cool factor by revealing your ankles. Pick a pixie pant or, better yet, cuff what ya got! Simply rolling your jeans two times multiplies your fashion sense, heightens your look and elongates your leg. This is a great way to look taller and thinner without the help of your doctor or personal trainer. Celeb star fashion was once easily obtained by adding the fashion scarf, but this season calls for a statement necklace for that VIP look. The soft silhouette takes a back seat to bold, chunky, glitzy savoir faire everywhere. Play with proportions. Skinny pants call for billowing tops and one key piece is the boyfriend cardigan. It’s effortlessly chic and gives you a casual, cool vibe. There’s one, absolute, foolproof fashion must have - cheetah print something. Cheetah is the new neutral and is the go-to add on accessory to most any outfit. It stands alone as an accent piece in a purse, scarf, or shoe. Tiny addition = major impact! My favorite way to modernize your look is to pick a new lip color. Let’s face it, it’s your face and smile that most notice first, so why not start with the best first impression? This season loosens the reigns on color and invites you to be bold. I’ve been working professionally with make up since I was a teen, as a career woman, and now mother of four. The best lipstick I’ve found is by MAC. The price point is friendly. The quality and lasting power are top notch. Pick up “Plumful”. It is a sheer, deep color with a shine. It’s a great way to add color and gloss in one simple stroke. Check out my Pinterest page for images and inspiration: www.pinterest.com/niemannnichole/code-chic-glancer-magazine-fall-15/ about the writer Nichole Niemann is a west suburban resident and the Director and Commentator for Fashions with Flair, Inc. FWF provides full service fashion show productions to organizations as an entertainment feature and revenue generator. The team of coordinators, models, DJs, choreographers, and management personal commit to the highest quality, competitive product. Scott Teitler-photo credit