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Editor’s Note Summer is in full swing in the western suburbs and there’s no better time to take in all the great recreational opportunities that abound across the area. From natural beauty of the picturesque DuPage County Forest preserves to the array of music food and fun across our communities, there’s plenty to pique your summer’s interest. The beauty of the summer is alive and we’ve got great ways to enjoy it, from bird watching and horseback riding, to picnics, cycling and kayaking.
Summer is festival season, and the choices abound for events in the ‘burbs. From community celebrations to summer concerts, and the annual DuPage County Fair, you can’t go wrong spending some time in the summer sun with food, fun and friends. And if you’re going to be out there, don’t forget the SPF, our experts in skincare and sun damage tell you all you need to know to keep your skin safe, and sexy this summer. Gear up, get out there and enjoy the season, right here in the suburbs. Thanks for reading–
We chat with rock climber Jourdon Pryzylba at Vertical Endeavors in Glendale Heights about how a childhood pastime, discovered by happenstance, has kept her engaged for decades. She’ll share her experiences and get you ready for the climb, indoors or out!
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Jourdan Pryzylba finds peace in the long climb By CHRIS WALKER
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Jourdan Przybyla was a busy kid. Most of her weekends were spent with her dad, out and about in the Chicago area, checking out local places and trying new activities. One Saturday, he took her indoor climbing, and her life changed forever.
and fell in love with it.” She devoted a great deal of her remaining childhood years to climbing competitively.
“After trying it that first time I was pretty much going every other weekend, because I liked to so much,” she says. “I joined a “I was around 10 years old and he decided climbing team and began competing all to have me try climbing at a gym,” she says. around the Midwest. I loved it. It was just “It was just something different to try on the my thing.” weekend, and we were always looking for While in college at North Central in things to do. I just found it totally random
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“It’s like meditation when you’re on the wall. It’s just you, figuring out how to get your way to the top.” Naperville, she started working for Vertical Endeavors in Warrenville, and has spent the past year-and-a-half as the group sales and program coordinator at Vertical Endeavors climbing facility in Glendale Heights. Vertical Endeavors is the largest climbing facility in the United States with more than 45,000 feet of climbing walls and routes that rise up to 30 feet.
“I try to climb about once a week now,” she says. “My schedule is pretty on and off. I may climb one day for two hours or it might be four. It’s a great thing for your body, a great workout and I love the community.”
“Climbing is a dangerous sport, but it’s just like any other sport that you can get hurt in,” Przybyla says. “When something like climbing can help you overcome one of your fears, that’s pretty cool to see.”
The sport demands problem solving and it’s not surprising that you receive benefits from both endurance and strength training. What might be startling is that it can be calming, which is another reason why Przybyla continues to climb.
In addition to the open climbing hours in the gym, there are regularly scheduled lessons and birthday parties, field trips and group events. Vertical Endeavors also has climbing camps as well as an adult climb league, , and an onsite pro shop with a variety of climbing gear for sale.
“It’s a huge stress reliever and it’s always a great feeling when you’re done,” she says. “You might be sore, but it’s a good feeling. It’s like meditation when you’re on the wall. It’s just you, figuring out how to get your way to the top.” You can give climbing a shot in much the same way Przybyla did. All you need to do is show up at Vertical Endeavors. All ages can climb in its climate-controlled environment. Vertical Endeavors offers a variety of programs for all skill levels so it doesn’t matter if it’s your first time or if you’re more advanced. Some newcomers suffer from a fear of heights, known as acrophobia. And while you might think someone with such fears would avoid climbing, many fight their phobia on the wall, in a fairly controlled environment.
Outdoor lessons are offered at Devil’s Lake in Baraboo, Wisconsin, twice a month through September. The company also offers excursions and group experiences in rock and ice climbing. “I see people of all ages coming in here,” Przybyla says. “I’ve seen kids as young as four do it with no fears and we’ve also got members who are in their 70s and still doing it. What’s cool about climbing is that it can be a lifelong sport.” For hours, price and information, visit www.verticalendeavors.com/ glendaleheights.
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LOVE OF HER LIFE Cantigny’s Emily Burns found her future on the fairway By ALLISON HORNE
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omeone once said if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. But turning a beloved hobby into a viable career can be a challenge. For
“I think this is just a really good fit for me,” Burns says. “I’ve had exposure to all aspects of the golf game, and now I get to do everything I was trained to do.”
Cantigny golf professional Emily Burns, it was a perfect match.
One of the unique aspects of Burns’ job is that Cantigny has a nine-hole course designed specifically for players ages 8-15. Burns got her start in golf while she was At the course, junior golfers have their teaching scuba at Club Med in Florida. When one of the club’s golf instructors was own clubhouse, snack bar, shop and much more. injured during a lesson, Burns was asked temporarily supervise a young golfer while “The course helps kids get ready for high the instructor received medical attention. school golf,” Burns says. “It’s just a cool “I didn’t even know what end of the club to thing to be able to have that chance and hold,” Burns says. “I didn’t even know what give those kids memories like that. a handicap was.” But Burns was intrigued, and when she returned home to the suburbs of Chicago she began taking lessons, and landed a gig as a golf merchandiser at the Royal Fox Country Club in St. Charles. After her first two weeks there, a golf assistant left, and she was bumped into circulation. Burns jumped around different country clubs for 12 years, learning all of the different facets of the Midwest golf industry, including junior leagues, ladies leagues and how to be a buyer. It didn’t take long for Burns to find her niche: junior activities. While she didn’t stumble into golf until adulthood, Burns’ life is now engulfed in the sport. She’s a golf professional at the Cantigny Youth Links, she’s married to Dave Burns, head golf professional at the Geneva Golf Club, and her three children each have their own set of clubs.
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At the Cantigny Youth Links, she oversees all of the youth activities and also is responsible for all of the purchasing for the shop.
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“The course is not something that you’ll find anywhere.” To be able to play on the youth links, all kids must participate in the Level 1 Certification class, which teaches them the basics of the golf course, as well as etiquette and how to be safe while golfing. “I think I like teaching kids,” Burns says, “because they have the desire to be there. They want to learn and they get to play nine holes. You also get immediate feedback from them, because they don’t have filters,” Burns may not by playing professionally, but she’s still getting plenty of satisfaction out of her job on a daily basis. “I’ve been [at Cantigny] for so long that they start at age five, and I see them graduate through all levels of the program,” Burns says. “I get to watch them grow, learn, and struggle while learning life skills towards school and relationships. It’s about more than golf. It’s about everything in your life. “To me, that’s just truly something I can enjoy. It makes me feel good every day.”
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Glendale Heights Fest JULY 8-12 CAMERA PARK GLENDALE HEIGHTS
Best Fests Summer abounds with neighborhood celebrations By WENDY FOSTER
It’s food and fun, carnival rides and midway games, parades and live entertainment. Hanging out the suburbs during the dog days of summer will do the trick. Communities throughout the area are set to celebrate the peak of summer, through their joyful celebrations promising summertime family fun.
The annual event will include a carnival and rides, food booths and fireworks. Live entertainment includes Jack Flash, Jaded State, Gina Glocksen, Back Country Roads Band, Infinity, Generation Sixties and more. For additional information call 630-260-6000.
Kids’ Fun Day JULY 9 HERITAGE PARK OAK BROOK TERRACE Free admission. Fees for some activities. The event includes inflatables, face painting, balloons, fun games, and more.
Itasca Fest JULY 9-12 WASHINGTON PARK Free admission and parking The 26th annual Itasca Fest hosted by the Itasca Lions features a carnival with rides, food vendors, a flea market, beer tent, bingo tournament and sports tournament. A fishing contest will be held at the Happy Acres Retention Basin. Live entertainment includes American English, Heartache Tonight, Kashmir, SIXX and more. For additional information visit www.itasca.com.
Taste of Westmont JULY 9-12 DOWNTOWN WESTMONT Free admission and carnival specials. The annual event includes food and dining tents, Kidzapalooza, carnival games and rides, a craft show and beer garden, dance and magic performances, a battle of the bands and more. Live entertainment includes North of 8, Deacon Blues, Blooze Brothers and more. For more information visit www. WestmontEvents.com.
Jazz in Glen Ellyn JULY 11 DOWNTOWN GLEN ELLYN Free general seating; premium table seating for $100/table or $30/each. Presented by the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce, the event features food, wine, beer and other refreshments. Live
music will be performed by some of Chicago’s top jazz musicians including Le Percolateur Band, Stephanie Browning Quartet, Howard Levy and Chris Siebold Duo, and more. New this year is limited premium reserved seating. For additional information call 630-469-0907.
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The two-day festival, sponsored by the Warrenville Park District, City of Warrenville and Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce, includes food vendors, a beer booth, amusement rides and a car show. Live musical entertainment will include Just South of Heaven Band, Centerfold, American English, Mason Rivers and Infinity. For additional information call (630) 393-7279.
JULY 11-12 NAPER SETTLEMENT Free admission and parking. The longest continuously running juried art show in Illinois will feature more than 100 local and national artists exhibiting and selling paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, jewelry and more. Activities include a silent auction, live entertainment, artist demonstrations, and the Petite Picassos Children’s Activity Tent. The event is the largest fundraiser of year for Naperville’s Woman’s Club. For additional information call 630-4209680.
Taste of Bolingbrook JULY 18 THE PROMENADE BOLINGBROOK Admission is free. The annual community festival features food, farmer’s market, kids zone and live entertainment. For additional information call 630-226-8420.
DuPage County Fair JULY 22-26 DUPAGE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS WHEATON Admission is $10/adult, $4/child ages 3-12, children under 3 free. Season pass for all five days available for $30. Other special pricing available. The 60th Annual DuPage County Fair offers family-fun events. Features include a carnival, bungee ride, 4H exhibition, home expo, craft show, and local farmers’ market. Highlights include the International Demolition Derby, Latting Rodeo, Spirits of DuPage beer and wine tasting and an appearance by The Willis Clan from TLC’s The Willis Family TV Show. For additional information visit www. dupagecountyfair.org.
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AUGUST 7-8 BUTTERFIELD AND BATAVIA ROADS WARRENVILLE Admission is free.
French Connection Day AUGUST 9 CANTIGNY PARK WHEATON Admission free. $5 parking. French Connection Day is an event dedicated to celebrating French culture. Robert R. McCormick, Cantigny’s benefactor, helped to liberate Cantigny, a tiny French village from German occupation in 1918. When he returned to Wheaton, he named his estate after the village. The event includes the French Open Air Market, wine and French food tastings, French music, street performers, and photo-ops by the 23-foot Eiffel Tower. For additional information call 630-668-5161.
2nd Annual Family Kite Festival AUGUST 9 BERENS PARK ELMHURST Elmhurst will welcome professional kite flyers to the 2nd Annual Family Kite Fest, which will feature stunt, trick and show kite demonstrations, a family fun fly, kite building activities and contests. The event is free. For additional information contact Elmhurst Park District at 630-993-8901.
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RIGHT IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD Enjoying a relaxing day of sailboating on Silver Lake at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville.
Forest preserves offer lots of ways to relax and enjoy the outdoors By JODY PAIGE What if this summer you could golf, go bird watching, horseback riding, kayaking and camping all without having to make any vacation plans and without driving too far from home?
The District stocks many lakes with bass, northern pike, walleye and trout and allows fishing in all District waters, along both branches of the DuPage River, along Salt Creek, and in tributary creeks.
You could do all these activities, hike, bike or just rest and relax in nature by checking out what’s on tap this summer at your area DuPage County forest preserve. “We are the best kept secret around,” says Jay Johnson, Manager of Site Operations West Division, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. “The preserves are close to home and a lot of people don’t realize all they have to offer. If I had one wish it would be for people to get out and explore.” In DuPage County there are 60 forest preserves that include 145 miles of trails, 30 lakes and ponds and 45 miles of rivers and streams and every resident in DuPage County is within 10 minutes of a forest preserve, according to Deborah Snow Humiston, Communications Specialist for the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County.
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Some of Johnson’s favorite recreation choices are canoeing, kayaking and hiking to the top of Mount Hoy in Blackwell, one of the highest points
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in the county. For fishing, the lakes are stocked with bass, northern pike, walleye and trout and fishing is allowed in all district waters along both branches of the DuPage River, along Salt Creek and in tributary creeks. If you enjoy watching birds, Johnson recommends heading to a forest preserve at sunrise when avid birders are out with their binoculars and happy to teach others what they know. “In the birding world everything is in full swing during the spring and summer,” says Johnson. At many of the preserves a visitor could see everything from a woodpecker in a tree to an egret in a marsh to kestrels and red-tailed hawks circling in the sky. There are three levels of archery ranges in Blackwell Forest Preserves in Warrenville and there is a geocaching challenge where participants can find eight hidden objects in various preserves and earn a “geo coin.” If the outdoors intrigue you, but you feel uneasy tackling it alone, the forest preserve district offers lots of classes and guided activities for any age. For those interested in getting
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“If I had one wish it would be for people to get out and explore.”
A ranger gives a visitor instructions on archery at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville.
Jay Johnson more involved, there are unique opportunities such as becoming a frog, bird or dragonfly monitor. This involves keeping watch over an area and keeping track of what is living there. “Anybody who is interested in any capacity we will utilize their interest and build on that with training,” Johnson says. In addition to trying something new, the forest preserves are a quick and easy way to recharge right in your
own back yard and stay healthy, says Humiston. “We’re glad to provide lots of opportunities for healthy lifestyles and outdoor activities. Our amenities and programs are designed to help residents realize the physical, psychological and emotional benefits associated with nature.” More information on forest preserve locations, activities and volunteer opportunities is available at http:// dupageforest.org/
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NO TAN IS HEALTHY “The simple answer is NO,” said Shruthi Reddy, MD, FAAD, dermatologist at DuPage Medical Group in Naperville and Plainfield. “Tan skin caused by sunbathing is our skin’s response to the injury of our DNA and other cells in the skin, which leads to both skin cancer and premature aging, such as wrinkles.” Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States and it is currently estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. “I think the lack of sun protection either now or in the past and the use 16 | JULY 2015 | SUBURBAN LIFE MAGAZINE
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Peeper protecter Local man’s invention keeps young eyes safe from the sun By KELLI MURRAY
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trip to visit his first grandchild turned into a much larger and unexpected business adventure for Downers Grove resident Lawrence Majewski, inventor of Sunzeez infant sunglasses. During a walk while visiting in Red Rock Canyon, Nevada, Majewski noticed that while his infant granddaughter was protected from the harsh glare of the sun with a traditional wide-brimmed hat and stroller canopy, it wasn’t enough to keep the sun from finding its way into her eyes and making her squint. “I went online to find something for my granddaughter but there was nothing suitable for newborns to protect their eyes,” Majewski says. Majewski researched the topic further and discovered disconcerting news. Newborn’s eyes are susceptible to eye damage from the sun. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics website, children younger than age 10 may be at increased risk for retinal injury because the transmissibility of the lens to damaging visible blue and UV light is greatest during this period. “I wanted to follow up on it,” he says. What started as a curiousity for Majewski some four years ago ended with a “Eureka!” moment when he one day came across a roll of film wound up and situated inside a film canister. The seed was planted and quickly began growing, he says.
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Still thinking about the photography film, he went to the eye doctor who dilated his eyes and brought out oversized sunglasses for him to wear home. It was all the trigger he needed to develop the inaugural pair of Sunzeez. The lenses are made from polyester that offers 100 percent UVA/UVB protection, he says. There are no ear hooks or pressure bands to keep the lenses in place. “I come from a large family, so the Sunzeez were being tried out on all my family members,” he says. Feedback was positive, but explained that his test subjects’ input helped him size the sunglasses correctly, he added. “So we shrunk them down and put this banding on the glasses so there are no hard edges at all,” he says, adding that the lenses roll up just like photography film and have a similar consistency.
“They unfurl over the temples and roll back up when not in use,” Majewski says. For Majewski, the invention of Sunzeez was born from love, but the business growth has been much more calculated. “We went online with the website just the last year or so and have sold the product all over the world,” he says. Sunzeez will be introducing with UVA/UVB sun-proof baby wear to the product line next spring, he added “So we are picking up momentum, but we are also moving deliberately because I don’t want to be overwhelmed,” he says. “We get a lot of positive feedback.” Sold in sets of three with a canister to store them when not in use, Sunzeez retail for $24.95 and come in a variety of colors. For more information about Sunzeez, go to www.sunzeez.com.
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with expert skincare tips By YVONNE BENSON Summer rays can either illuminate flawless skin or damage it and smear makeup. Denise Cockrell, manager of Bluemercury in Hinsdale, has specific recommendations for summer skincare. “We have two important tips for keep skin healthy in the summer – exfoliation and protection. Exfoliation removes dead, dulling skin debris to prevent congestion and improve hydration for toners and moisturizers.” Denise explains, “A oneminute, one-step facial peel that provides deep exfoliation, resurfaces, clarifies, and helps firm skin.” It’s important to drink lots of water to keep hydrated and to use an anti-oxidant to protect, she says. “In our 13 years of doing spa treatments at Bluemercury, we’ve seen Vitamin C as one of the best catalysts for creating glowing complexions. Vitamin C has been proven to stimulate collagen synthesis and alleviate inflammation. “Also, cosmetic companies have become really innovative by combining anti-aging serums with SPF. A fresh faced “I woke up like this” glow is popular right now. Cockrell says to that look, keep it simple. “Tinted moisturizer with SPF. Use khaki as shadow and liner, clear brow gel, and lots of mascara.” Contouring is also all the rage. “Contouring brings out features: cheek bones more prominent, noses slimmer, jawline more chiseled.”
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It is very subtle makeup because viewers shouldn’t be able to tell that you’ve done it – kind of like wearing foundation or blush, she explained. “The best way to achieve this look is by using a highlighting color a few shades lighter than skin, and a contouring color a few shades darker. You want to brush the darker contouring color below cheekbone, and lighter color above cheekbone.” Nothing ruins a fresh face like smudged or runny makeup, but summer’s temps make it hard to avoid. “To keep your make up from running in the heat, it’s important to start with your base. We always recommend starting with a primer…it prepares your skin for your favorite tinted moisturizer or foundation, giving it something to hold onto so it lasts throughout the day.” Options are available in oil-free, mattifying, hydrating, redness reducing, and pore-refining. There are so many facial care products that people incorporate in their morning routines that it can be confusing to determine the correct order for optimal effectiveness. “We recommend serum, moisturizer, and then makeup application,” Cockrell says. “After cleansing, you will want to apply your antioxidant serum help prevent environmental skin damage. Hydrate last to lock in moisture. We recommend choosing a moisturizer with added SPF, as this allows you to skip a step. If your moisturizer doesn’t have an SPF, we recommend to either use a Primer with SPF or make sure your tinted moisturizer/foundation has SPF.”
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HOT OFF THE GRILL By SHONDA DUDLICEK
It’s that age-old grilling question for which there is really no definite answer: Gas or charcoal? But it’s not whether one is superior over the other. It’s what is best for you and your grilling needs. “Both gas and charcoal give the ability for indirect heat and both cook very evenly,” says Dan Gilbert, owner of the Downers Grove Sears Appliance and Hardware, locally owned by Gilbert Brothers. Gas is great for steak, dogs, and burgers and heats up fast, Gilbert says. “You still get that barbecue flavor.”
and playing football, we’d have 20 pork chops for dinner,” Gilbert says.) Once you decide what kind of grill you are using, its time to plan the meal. And little goes better with a hot grilled piece of meat than a summer salad, and olive oils and balsamic vinegars are a tasty way to add flavor to lettuce says Mario Olivi, owner of The Olive Tap, Downers Grove.
For a basic lettuce salad, Olivi suggests lime olive oil and lemon balsamic vinegar. Gilbert says gas grills are the more popular “It’s refreshing and summery. Oil, vinegar, non-fat yogurt, salt, pepper, lettuce. You choice among his customers. “When you’re looking at a grill, think about value. can be real versatile.” Higher-end gas grills have features you He says try opposite flavors for contrast: can’t get in charcoal, like an infrared “Lime with peach, lemon with peach, feature. It has to be very hot to sear a lime with pear, lemon with pear. Seasonal steak,” he says. fruits with balsamic vinegar. Tomatoes and peach balsamic vinegar. It all comes down But, he adds, turkey on a charcoal grill is “incredibly good.” For an 18-pound turkey to outdoor eating.” put 15 to 20 minutes on each side and add briquettes each hour to control the temperature evenly. Some questions to consider, according to Gilbert: What is the right fit for your needs? Who is using the grill? Does he or she want to mess with charcoal? Do you have a home association that forbids charcoal grills? Are you an aficionado, or an occasional griller? Are you slow-cooking meats, or grilling up hot dogs and burgers? How many are you feeding? (“I have six kids and when the boys were teenagers
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The added flavors of oils and sauces can dress up the meat itself, as well, Olivi suggests. Try a chocolate steak sauce. “It’s a port wine reduction. Chocolate balsamic sells like crazy. You can drizzle it on the steak by itself,” Olivi says. “It tastes not like chocolate, but like cocoa, bitter, like dark chocolate. More like a mole sauce.” Marinades are popular for meat and fish. “We’re seeing a lot of straight balsamic and extra virgin olive oil year round,” Olivi says. “You can’t pin this on summertime.” Vinegar in foods other than salad acts like a meat tenderizer. “You want the contrasting flavors like lemon and lime, so you don’t want lemon oil and lemon balsamic because they’re the same. It’s just more lemon,” he says.
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The contrast results in a more interesting vinaigrette. “Use this on chicken, fish and salad,” Olivi says. “Salmon is a rich, fatty fish and you can use a nice dry rub. Next time you can use white vinegar, and it’s different but it still tastes great.” The Olive Tap offers recipe boxes next to each flavor of oil it sells. People grab recipes and try to figure out what they want to make and come back and buy the ingredients. Olivi says backyard cooks should not be afraid to try new things. “If it doesn’t work, just don’t tell anybody! Don’t be afraid to buy. That’s how you learn. Who knew chocolate on steak would taste so good?” Olivi says. Summer reading can also include reading recipes and reading grill manuals. “You’d be surprised by what you’d learn. Grab a cup of coffee or a beer and read it,” Gilbert says. Other accessories include a cover to help keep tree sap and branches off the grill. Gilbert says he always recommends covering the grill the next morning, waiting until the grill completely cools. “You don’t want the cover to start a fire. For charcoal, dispose of it in the garbage the next day. Coals can stay hot for a long time. People place the grill too close to bushes, too close to the house. Move it away and move it back the next day,” says Gilbert, a retired firefighter in Downers Grove for 32 years. “Never grill in the garage. There are lots of fires from barbecues,” he says. “It’s not the grill that causes fires, it’s the people.”
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DISHING AND DINING with CHEF JOE PASCOLLA
Shrimp and watermelon salad
This salad is refreshing and perfect for summer. It is inspired by the classic Greek pairing of feta cheese and watermelon. The saltiness of the feta cheese balances the sweetness of the watermelon very nicely plus the acid from the vinaigrette really adds good depth to the salad. This salad requires very little preparation, so it makes a great healthy quick salad for a weeknight meal. You could also substitute vinaigrette you have in your fridge to speed up the prep time. Grilling the shrimp in the shell would keep them juicy and moist. Just clean them after they cool a little.
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1. Mince garlic and thyme and divide evenly. Half for shrimp and half for the vinaigrette 2. Toss shrimp in 1 tsp. oil and half of the garlic thyme mix. Salt and pepper to taste. 3. Grill shrimp on hot grill for 2 min a side just until done. 4. Mix the rest of the garlic, thyme, mustard powder, and vinegar 5. Slowly add the olive oil while whisking till combined 6. Toss arugula in 1 oz. of the dressing and lay on plate 7. Top with watermelon and shrimp 8. Garnish with feta and balsamic glaze
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Have no fear, Chicago’s summer dog days will be coming. This year’s unusual June rain and flooding days will be numbered and we’ll be wallowing in the muggy humidity soon enough. Sure, you might pop open suds to fight off the unpleasant heat, but I say wine is for all seasons! ¢ ROSÉ WINES You can’t start the conversation about summer wines without first mentioning Rosés. No, White Zinfandel doesn’t count. (Well, sort of…we’ll get back to this in a moment.) Rosé wines are made from red grapes that have limited exposure to the skin resulting in a pinkish hue. The best rosés are dry, and of course, come from France in the Tavel and Bandol regions. Tavel is a very small appellation in the Rhône region and Bandol is even further south, just east of Marseille. Tavel rosés are fuller in body with structure and can be cellared. Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvedre and Syrah are the main grapes. Bandol rosés are the quintessential rosés that you’ll see in every French café movie scenes. Like its bigger Tavel brother, Bandol rosés are made from Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvedre and Syrah; however, Mourvedre comprises more than 50 percent of the blend. Bandol rosés are, of course, dry and have
a higher acidity, which leads to a zesty finish. In a coastal region like Provence, Bandol rosés are found all over its southern French towns. As for the aforementioned White Zinfandel, (the adult American soda) the French will no doubt snicker at the notion that these varieties also are rosés… but technically, they are. They are made in the same way as all other rosés; they are made from the Zinfandel grapes, but are much sweeter. ¢ SAUVIGNON BLANCS Sauvignon Blancs make great summer wines because they are fairly light in body and have a great crispiness. Americans love them because these wines scream “grapefruit” – on the nose and on the palate – especially those from the Marlborough region of New Zealand. If “in-your-face” grapefruit flavor doesn’t do anything for you, you can stick with Sauvignon Blancs
from the Sancerre (sahn sair) region of France. Because Sancerres do not see any oak, they also are light in body and are bone dry, highly aromatic with flavors of peaches upfront and a mineral note at the finish. ¢ RIESLINGS Another great summer sipper is Riesling. And while Riesling wines in the United States have a bad reputation among wine drinkers as overly sugary and syrupy, wellmade Rieslings can be considered some of the best white wines in the world. They are versatile, with a range of acidity that is perfect as a porch sipper or highly structured so that they can be aged for decades.
little sweeter than Columbia Valley Rieslings. Australian Rieslings from the Eden Valley and Clare Valley are quickly garnering world class awards. While American Rieslings are fruit-forward, Australian Rieslings are steely dry, because the “must” (unfermented juice) is put into full fermentation to burn off residual sugar. The subtle floral note and bone-dry flavors are a perfect complement to the Chicago humidity.
¢ RED SUMMER WINES? Unfortunately, red wines are not conducive to the summer heat. Red wines are heavy and strong in tannins – not a good combination The best American Rieslings reside for the summer heat. The heftiness will drag your down and the tannins in Washington and Oregon. Look (especially if chilled) will leave you for wines from Columbia Valley, Washington and Willamette Valley, with cotton mouth. If you must Oregon. Washington Rieslings have have a red wine, a slightly chilled green pear flavors mixed with juicy Pinot Noir might be your best bet otherwise, a Bandol Rosé is a nice citrus notes. Willamette Valley compromise for its red wine-like Rieslings are more rounded, with riper fruit flavors and are generally a characteristics.
Visal Kheam is the owner of Flight 112 in Elmhurst. He has more than 13 years experience in the wine industry operating several stores in addition to his Elmhurst wine bar and restaurant. mysuburbanlife.com/magazine
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‘BRILLIANCE IN BLOOM’ blossoms at The Morton Arboretum The “Brilliance in Bloom” Dinner Party event May 16 at The Morton Arboretum was aimed to raise funds for tree research, outreach and programs. The event featured live music, raffle prizes, cocktails and a gourmet dinner. For more information, go to www.mortonarb.org. Photos by Lorae Mundt
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GRACE AND COMMITMENT Nancy Bocek steps up as teacher and inspiration By MELISSA RUBALCABA RISKE Before the lights brighten the stage, before the band strikes the first chords and before the students cross the stage to take their positions there is Nancy Bocek. For the last 30 years the Villa Park resident has been teaching students the steps, moves and motions for their musicals and show choir productions. She has provided instruction to more than 100 musical productions helping students, from middle through high school, long before the curtains rise on their shows. “She is outstanding,” says John Neubauer, choral director at Mundelein High School. Neubauer remembers the first time he saw Bocek. He was a high school student in a choral group competing against Bocek’s students. Ten years later when he became a teacher and choral director he invited Bocek to work with him and his students. It’s been more than 20 years and he’s changed schools, but he continues to make a point of booking time with Bocek to have her work with his young performers. Neubauer’s showchoirs are among the top performing show choirs in the state. “She knows how to come in and teach a step,” Neubauer says. “She knows how to break it down—and that is not the norm.” Neubauer says to work with Bocek you need to plan ahead and book time with her in advance. She keeps a tight schedule; after all her choreography work is in addition to her full-time work with Mesirow Financial in its Chicago offices and her family, which includes her husband and two sons. While others may use their morning commute to read or play on their phones, Bocek admits she often uses her time aboard the train to flush out dance steps and says she is both creative and able to work fast. “I can see it in my mind,” she says.
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In her day job, Bocek keeps order and organization. This transfers over to her dance instruction, for as creative as she is designing and teaching steps she also keeps detailed notes on her assignments, her productions and her schedule which can have her hopping from schools, nearby and out of town, to judge contests and teaching classes through summer camps too. As a child, Bocek loved to dance and took lessons through most of her youth. After graduating she wanted to keep working with dance, but she knew opportunities would be limited. She decided to pursue business and make time to teach choreography on the side. “I had music and choreography and I was so lucky getting into show choirs at a time when many directors didn’t have the experience they do today,” Bocek says. “I was at the right place and the right time to do what I love to do.” Through the years she has helped gangling preteen boys learn to move gracefully across the stage and help young women master dazzling steps.
Buhr called Bocek a “master teacher.” “Not only are the students made aware of stylistically appropriate movement as viewed through historical social and musical contexts, they are also encouraged to develop skills which will serve them well throughout the rest of their lives,” he wrote as he nominated Bocek for the Women of Distinction award. This summer Bocek will be teaching at student workshops along with her longtime summer work with the Naperville-based Showchoir Camps of America and the Wheaton-based Rising Stars summer showchoir camp. She loves to see her students find success and has been fortunate to see some of them perform as professionals while others have gone on to teach their own school show choirs and they call on Bocek to come in and teach the next generation. “My heart is full,” Bocek says. “I want them to be so successful and I love that part.”
“I always knew I wanted to teach,” Bocek says. “I love to teach.” She met her husband, William Buhr, through choreography. She was watching her students perform and saw him, the piano accompanist for a competing school. She remembers her mother, sitting next to her in the audience, nudging her that the great piano player would make a good match for her. It would be a few more years until their first date, but Bocek says her mom was right. Today she’s grateful his support for her work and passion and she relishes the occasional opportunity to work with him on a production. “My show is always better when he’s accompanying me,” Bocek says. “He’s tremendously supportive.”
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Artist SHOWCASE
BILL HOCHMUTH | GLEN ELLYN Out of the Woods; UnPlanned Glass - Wood and Glass artist Since I was a skinny little inquisitive kid in Brooklyn, NY making my family crazy, I’ve been working with my hands, tackling anything wood and devouring all forms of woodworking. Furniture, cabinetry, tables and chairs, jewelry boxes and clocks, all came out of my shop. Woodturning on a lathe became an obsession which produced bowls, hollow vessels, platters, lidded boxes and many utilitarian objects - but I was ultimately drawn to glass. It began small, with a deadly combination of bead making and martinis. You see, I had learned to make sterling silver picks for olive and onion martini condiments and wanted to make whimsical beads to put on the ends. I’ve since done stained glass, lamp-working and then, oh my, discovered fusing. Now I had total freedom with design and color, and I could do it in my home workshop. I find it consonant and complimentary to my woodturning: glass bowls, vessels, platters, dishes and even three dimensional pieces.
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Celebrate Cantigny Park's
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full day of family fun is planned as the park celebrates a milestone anniversary on McCormick Day, the birthday of Cantigny benefactor Robert R. McCormick (1880-1955).
The special day will be capped by a Ravinia-like concert by Chicago Sinfonietta at 7:30 p.m. — under the oaks outside the First Division Museum. Chicago Sinfonietta Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Picnics are welcome.
Kids will enjoy vintage games and crafts plus a concert by Miss Jamie & The Farmhands at 2 pm. The thrilling Barefoot Hawaiian No tickets are needed and parking also is complimentary. Additional performs at 5:30 p.m. All events and concerts are complimentary— details are posted online at Cantigny.org. Cantigny’s “thank you” to the community for 60 beautiful years. Parking also is free.
Other great Cantigny evening events
WEST SUBURBAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Saturday, July 11, 8 p.m.
MOVIES IN THE PARK: PARADE FIELD, 8:30 p.m.
Tickets: $12 advance or $18 day of show ($10/$15 for Cantigny members). Kids under 8 are free. Parking complimentary. Performed under the oaks outside the First Division Museum. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Picnics are welcome.
Celebrate summer with a family movie night under the stars! Seating is on the grass by the red bandshell. Blankets, chairs and snacks welcome. Free with parking ($2). FRIDAY, JULY 10 “The Muppet Movie” FRIDAY, JULY 24 “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” FRIDAY, JULY 31
“Sixteen Candles”
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”
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SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: “TWELFTH NIGHT” Sunday, July 19 Cantigny Gardens, 6 p.m.
The Midsummer Theater Company presents an outdoor Shakespearean play surrounded by the beautiful Cantigny gardens. Tickets are $10; parking free. Visit Cantigny.org or call 630.260.8162. The rain date for this event is July CONCERT: ROCKIN’ FOR THE TROOPS 26. Saturday, July 18 SPECIAL CONCERT: AND BEYOND Parade Field, noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 25 Operation Support Our Troops America presents First Division Museum, 7 p.m. this 10th annual music fest for a great cause. Best of all, Cantigny favorite Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band is back! Maggie Speaks, The Voices and Chicago Blues All-Stars also will perform. Tickets are $25 and limited on-site parking is $10. Off-site parking with shuttle service is free. Visit osotamerica.org for details.
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Cantigny will rock! And Beyond specializes in classic rock favorites and more, played with passion and style. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 the day of show. Purchase at Cantigny.org or call 630-260-8162. Tickets also available in the Cantigny Shop and at the parking booth. Lawn seating; chairs and blankets suggested. Parking is free for ticketholders. mysuburbanlife.com/magazine
JULY EVENTS In The Suburbs JULY 7 2015 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: HULA O PUANANI AND HOAPILI (Hawaiian Entertainment)
JULY 17 AMERICAN ENGLISH
Tuesday, 7 p.m. Grove Street west of Main St., Downers Grove
Winner of the Illinois Entertainer of the Year, American English will take you on a journey through the history of the Beatles.
Free entertainment with food and drinks available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, concerts are held at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Avenue. Free. Food, beer and wine available for sale. View the full line up at dgparks.org. JULY 8-12 GLENDALE HEIGHTS FEST
Wednesday, 3 p.m., Glendale Heights Known to many as one of the Western Suburbs’ premier events, Glendale Heights Fest will be held again at Camera Park. Enjoy the carnival and rides, along with exciting entertainment and fantastic food booths. Enjoy a breathtaking display of fireworks at dusk on Wednesday, July 8 and again on Sunday, July 12. JULY 15 LEMONT LEGENDS CRUISE NIGHTS
Wednesday, 6 p.m. Village of Lemont, 418 Main St., Lemont The Lemont Legends Cruise Nights is recognized as one of the largest and best car shows in the area. JULY 16 COSLEY ZOO UNCORKED
Thursday, 5:30 – 8 p.m., Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton Enjoy a distinctive wine tasting experience, complete with the animals and atmosphere of Cosley Zoo. Join us for wine sampling, hors d oeuvres, raffle, giveaways, and more! Attendees must be 21 years or older. For tickets, call 630-510-4989 or go to www.wheatonparkdistrict.com. mysuburbanlife.com/magazine
Friday, 7:30 p.m. Lakeside Pavillion, Glen Ellyn
JULY 17 WHEN ART AND NATURE MEET Friday, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m., Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook Come take a walk and experience the Mayslake Forest Preserve in a whole new way! When Art and Nature Meet is a four month-long art installation exhibit taking place throughout the preserve. Professional artists and community groups will create works of art inspired by nature. For more information, go to www. mayslakepeabody.com JULY 18 ME, US AND THEM! Saturday, 5 p.m., McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd.,. Glen Ellyn Directed by Amelia Barrett Triplets knock heads discovering how to stand up, stay together and stick out in a crowd. An original script for the entire family, actors encourage everyone to participate resulting in a lively no-shushing’ experience. For more information, go to www. arthemac.org JULY 24 SUPERIOR AMBULANCE ELMHURST CYCLING CLASSIC
Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Wilder Mansion, 211 Prospect, Elmhurst A full day of professional and amateur bike racing near Wilder Park and around Elmhurst College. Twilight criterium racing brings a new level
of thrill to this free spectator event. Register for the Family Fun Ride and ride a couple laps on the same course as the pros! Enjoy family fun, food and entertainment in Wilder Park. Price: Free. Visit www. elmhurstcyclingclassic.com for a guide to the day.
MORTON ARBORETUM EVENTS The Morton Arboretum is 1,700 acres of gardens, trails, tram tours and offers special events and activities throughout the year. Here is a sampling of summer events, but for more information, go to www. mortonarb.org.
JULY 31 SUMMER NIGHTS CAR SHOW
WEDNESDAYS, WOODS & WINE Through Aug. 26 , 5:30 – 8 p.m.in Arbor Court
Friday, 6 p.m. Downtown Downers Grove, 933A Curtiss St., Downers Grove Featured vehicle: Pontiac “GTO” Featured performer: The Generation Gap (Classic Rock 60s to 80s). More at www.downtowndg.org. CANTIGNY PARK CONCERTS Enjoy an afternoon concert on the lawn at Cantigny Park, the 500-acre estate of Robert r. McCormick, and home to the McCormick Museum and First Division Museum. All concerts are outdoors and feature lawn seating. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concerts begin at 3 p.m. At the band shell or in front of the First Diviion Mueum, as noted. Concerts are free with regular admission parking fee. For more information, go to www. cantigny.org. SUNDAY, JULY 12 Chicago Tribute Anthology SUNDAY, JULY 19 Morry Sochat & The Special 20s, blues and rock SUNDAY, JULY 26 Denny Diamond, a Neal Diamond tribute artist SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 Logical Fleadh, Celtic rock SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 The Special Consensus, bluegrass SUNDAY, AUGUST 30 R Gang, R&B music
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Wednesdays, Woods & Wine will feature delicious new options on its small plates menu, including include ricotta and honeycomb, a watermelon and feta salad, shrip and grits and sweets like lemon bliss cake and strawberry shortcake served in a mason jar. Tickets sales open at approximately 5 p.m. at the Visitor Center breezeway. $10 members, $15 for non-members. DESTINATION ASIA CULTURAL FESTIVAL Aug. 1 - 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Arbor Court and Meadow Lake Areas near the Visitor Center Experience authentic Asian music, dance, cuisine, tree collections, and more in one weekend at the second annual Destination Asia Cultural Festival. Free with regular admission. FARM TO TABLE DINNER Aug. 28, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., White Pine Pavilion on the Concert Lawn near the Visitor Center. Enjoy a night of delicious, farm-fresh food and live music on an enchanted summer evening. In addition, the menu items will also feature honey from the Arboretum grounds. Tickets on sale in early July.
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