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WHY MOST DOCTORSAND PATIENTSARE UNAWARE? A CHANGINGPARADIGMFor the past several decades, compression therapyhas remained the most common standard of carefor venous leg ulcers and chronic venous insuffi-ciency. However, wound wraps and compressionstockings along with alternative topical or oraltreatments, while helpful to increase circulationand reduce the size of the wound, require life-long commitments to maintain and are frequentlyinsufficient to actually heal a venous leg ulcer in atimely and cost effective manner when unaccom-panied by treatment at the source.

Although treating a venous leg ulcer is somewhatcommon for Dr. Rivard at Illinois Vein Specialists,most other physicians and patients are unaware ofthe possibilities varicose vein treatment can haveon the medical world. One of the reasons for thismay be due to the fact that the practice of Phle-bology (varicose and spider vein treatment) isthe newest Board Certified sub-specialty in med-icine (2008) with Dr. Rivard being of the first andlimited few in Illinois. Mary Kathryn mentionedthe fact that, “…Dr. Rivard was actually the first

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tion, she would have never guessed her fortuitousencounter with Dr. Stephen Rivard would besuch a blessing. Upon receiving a walk throughof some of the procedures, Dr. Rivard noticed asmall wound around her ankle and kindly askedif she would be willing to have an ultrasound ofher legs. It was then that Dr. Rivard diagnosed herwith varicose veins and promised that he couldmake her “venous leg ulcer” go away for good.

Although Mary Kathryn was not completelyreassured, as she heard many Doctors makesimilar promises before, she was wiling to trywhatever possible solution was available to her.She recalls, “When I first got my ulcer I had noidea what it was. Naturally, I went to see my der-matologist, who took skin samples but could notdeterminethesourceoftheproblemandeventuallyreferred me to another Doctor who tried to treatit topically. This went on for months with nohope, so I was then referred to a third Doctor,who performed painful scraping while wrap-ping the wound and prescribing medications toreduce the swelling. All of these attempts madethe wound smaller, but it never really healed.After exhausting what I believed to be my onlyoptions for two years and spending thousands ofdollars, including testing for diabetes and seeing aholistic medicine practitioner, I simply covered itup with Band-Aids and wrapped it with scarfs. Ifelt completely hopeless.”

WHATAREVENOUS LEG ULCERS?Unfortunately, Mary Kathryn’s story is no anom-aly but rather a common problem amongst the

Doctor in 2 years to call my wound an ‘ulcer’.” Dr.Rivard notes, “As I learned and began to understandthe dynamic benefits of improving circulationthrough the treatment of chronic venous hyper-tension (varicose veins), I was both astonishedand delighted to find how quickly leg ulcers couldheal when treated at the source of the problem.” AtIllinoisVeinSpecialists,Dr.Rivardemphasizes,“Wehave incorporated a broader mission not only toeducate the general public on the implications ofvein disease, but also other physicians so that theymay better understand the possibilities for alter-native treatments.”

A ROOM FOR HOPEAT IVSMary-Kathryn recalls, “...there is barely a scar nowand until I actually did it I didn’t realize how muchof a difference the procedure could make onmy life.That is why it is so important when I see other pa-tientswho suffer like I did to sharemy story of hope.”

“Before getting treatment at Illinois Vein Specialists, I thought that an openwound (leg ulcer) would just be a part of my life…and I would suffer in silence.”

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INSIDE

8 Patients’ advocate: The team at Advocate Condell journeys with patients, step by step.

16 in the bag: Textures and textiles rock this season’s bags, from casual to profession, and clutch to carryall.

19 Professional Profiles: Find experts from services across our communities, ready to help and advise.

23 Young moneY: Life lessons come from more than schoolbooks. Find out how and when to teach your kids the importance of money management.

24 trick or treat!: Clever costumes, from flappers to fairy tales, and zombies to zoot suits, delight this Halloween

25 the stePford Wife: Columnist Michelle Stien has discovered her alter ego, and a “scary” new blog, just in time for the Halloween holiday.

27 sticker-dicker: Everything has its price, but if you’re not trying to negotiate, experts say you could be losing money

28 2013 Women of distinction aWards: Shaw Media and Lake County Magazine will honor 10 of the county’s most remarkable women, for their contributions to community and cause.

33 out to eat guide: Look no further for great spots to grab a bite, across the county.

35 Wine on Your dime: Pricing wine is a complicated process, but in the end, it all comes down to taste, and whether or not we are willing to pay the price.

36 artist shoWcase: Photographer Tom Biegalski of Lindenhurst whose work is on display at Dandelion Gallery in Waukegan, shares his image, “Glyph 1.”

38 calendar: All the best our communities have to offer this month is at your fingertips. Our calendar will have you stepping out all over the area.

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I talk to a lot of women. Whether I’m corresponding with a reader, trading “war” stories with other moms, or enjoying the camaraderie of my girlfriends over a glass of wine, my connection to women in our communities seems to grow stronger by the day.

I think it’s fair to say we all know someone affected by breast cancer — mother, a sister, a wife, a friend — as it has become a disease that takes so much, but also shows us the value of the women around us.

In this important awareness month, Lake County Magazine sat down to speak with the team of experts at Advocate Condell Medical Center, whose innovative Cancer Care Team is committed to each patient, going step for step with them every step of their journey, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.

On the Advocate campus, we met Lisa Kula, a boutique owner opening a shop within the Advocate Condell Centre Club. Kula donates a portion of her shop’s profits back to the cancer-related programs and services at Advocate.

At my age, the gals and I also tend to talk a lot about money. How much we’ve got. How much we need. How we’ll spend it.

This month, we tilt the conversation toward holding onto the cash that helps keep life moving day to day. You’ll learn how haggling has become accepted in some areas of commerce while not in others, and

why experts say you should hone those negotiation skills. Preparing your kids for life means teaching them about both saving and spending, so we ask some folks “in the know” when youngsters should begin budgeting, earning an allowance, and saving for the big things.

On the lighter side, family columnist Michelle Stien takes her glib look at motherhood to new heights this month, as she waxes nostalgic for Halloween, in pearls and pumps.

As always, the issue is full of things to do in and around your home. There’s a Pumpkin Festival in Highwood, a Zombie Run in Grayslake, and the Annual Lambs Farm Barn Burner in Libertyville.

Whatever your pleasure, our towns have it covered. So take a break from the daily grind and enjoy life this season, in Lake County.

Thanks for reading.

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Common groundJeanne Polak, Mammographer and Breast Cancer Survivor

Jeanne Polak is a mammographer at Advocate Condell, so she knows the importance of annual breast cancer screenings. But in February, 2005, when her own routine mammogram showed an abnormality, and further imaging confirmed a lump, her professional experience was trumped by emotion, as the reality of her situation overwhelmed her.

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Polak

The breast cancer journey is different for every woman, but the Cancer Institute team at Libertyville’s Advocate Condell Medical Center is committed to walking it with each patient, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.

Whether it’s medical expertise, the latest in high tech treatment, the peace of mind that comes from having one’s questions answered, or even a warm word of encouragement from someone who’s been there, their goal is the best care and outcome possible.


Clarifying Caredr. michael cochran, Director of Medical Oncology

After the diagnosis, a woman will continue to see her primary care doctor, but also enters the care of a multi-disciplinary team of Advocate Condell Cancer Institute specialists, including a surgical oncologist, a medical oncologist and a radiation oncologist.

These doctors work collaboratively to develop the right treatment, depending on the type and severity of the cancer. Each week, the physicians meet to discuss each case, while maintaining patient privacy.

“The benefit for the patient is that their doctor is able to hear different options, to help make the best care decisions,” says Dr. Michael Cochran.

Breast cancer treatment has two phases. The first is looking at surgical options, either a lumpectomy and radiation, or a mastectomy. The second part is looking at whether the cancer could spread and what additional therapy is needed.

“Sometimes, it’s crystal clear that a patient needs chemotherapy, other times there are different options,” he says.

In addition to standard treatments, Condell also has access to new experimental options, Cochran said.

During his first meeting with a new patient, Cochran’s primary goal is education.

“I try to take the time to lay out the landscape, what their goals and options are. I go slowly, because it can feel overwhelming,” he said.

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“I had the biopsy on a Friday, and the entire weekend, I was freaking out,” she says. “The results were due back Monday and when they told me I had cancer, I got very emotional, but everyone was just incredible.”

That heart-wrenching day marked the beginning of a year-long battle, and during the next twelve months, Polak, now 53, of Grayslake, turned to her husband, family, close friends, doctors, co-workers, and her faith.

“I felt like I had so much support, and I never realized how much people cared about me,” she says.

Also surprising to her was the amount of input she had in managing her cancer.

“They told me the different options and the percentage of success, and made me part of the decision,” she says.

The experience also gave Polak special empathy for the women who come into the imaging center each day, especially those who have returned for diagnostic imaging.

“There’s a definite connection, because I know what they’re going through,” she says. “If I sense that sharing my experience will help, I do. “

Navigating the journeymonica rettig, RN, Certified Breast Patient Navigator — Imaging and Cancer

When a screening mammogram requires patients like Polak to return for higher level imagining, it’s Monica Rettig’s job to let them know.

“I try to ease their anxiety the best I can,” Rettig said.

Though follow-up imaging often reveals no presence of cancer, other times, a biopsy is necessary to know for sure. Rettig, her patient, and the radiologist sit down together to discuss the procedure, and on the day of the procedure, Rettig is there again, to provide information and emotional support. When the patient returns 48 hours later to discuss the results with the radiologist, she is

still by their side.

Should the diagnosis be cancer, everyone reacts differently, Rettig says.

“Some are in shock, others come in prepared and want to get started right away fighting it.”

Through treatment, Rettig serves as a resource and guide, answering questions, coordinating appointments and referrals, and helping patients and their families

connect with the educational and support resources they need.

Over the last 12 years, Rettig has worked with hundreds of patients, but understands that for each one, the process is different, unfamiliar and often frightening.

“Each time we’re done, I give them a hug and send them on their way, letting them know that I’m here.”

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Comprehensive Treatmentvirginia friesen, RN, MBA, Director of the Cancer Institute at Advocate Condell

Wendy tumminello, RT(T), BA, Manager of the Cancer Institute at Advocate Condell

The Cancer Institute at Advocate Condell provides three pillars of care, says Virginia Friesen. “It’s clinical advances, medical and surgical expertise and advanced technology,” she says.

Advocate Condell offers on-site cancer risk assessment and genetic counselingby certified professionals, aiming to educate patients about their cancer or chance of developing cancer, and empower them to make informed decisions about genetic testing, cancer screening, and cancer prevention.

The Institute offers infusion, radiation and surgical treatment, education, counseling, access to a cancer treatment support team that includes physicians, nurse-navigators, technicians, support groups, and programs through the American Cancer Society and the Cancer Wellness Center of Northbrook.

Currently, the Institute also is offering same-day, no-referral screening mammograms.

“We’ve found that people often use small

things to be barriers to having a mammogram done, because there’s a certain amount of anxiety that goes with the exam. So if we can remove some of those roadblocks, we want to,” says center manager Wendy Tumminello.

Beginnning in October, the Institute will also undergo a $9 million expansion. It will augment the Radiation Oncology Center and add a Resource Center.

The Radiation Oncology Center will expand the present radiation area by 2,500 square feet, and include 4,200 square feet of renovated space. The expansion paved the way for the installation of a Varian TruBeam linear accelerator, which Friesen describes as the next generation of radiotherapy equipment. The expansion will also provide more space for high dose radiotherapy.

Groundbreaking for the Radiation

Oncology Center will take place October 22, and construction will occur in phases, so as not to disrupt treatment. Completion is scheduled for late 2014.

The 5,000 square foot Resource Center will feature a twenty-four hour respite lounge, access to educational materials and computer kiosks, office space for nurse navigators, nutritional, psycho-social, financial and spiritual counselors, meeting space for support groups, fitness classes, prosthetic and wig fitting and more. It is scheduled to open in

January 2014.

“We’ve always had the clinical, medical expertise and advanced technology, this pulls it all together,” says Friesen. lc

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Lisa Dalton Kula of Libertyville loves using her entrepreneurial savvy to help others. “I constantly have ideas. I think it’s important to help others, and this is a way to do that,” she says.

The owner of j’artisa, an original jewelry design company, and What She Wants, a traveling corporate boutique, has now found a permanent home, at 200 W. Golf Road in Libertyville’s Advocate Condell Centre Club. Kula donates a percentage of her sales to area not-for-profits through a program she created called “What She Gives.”

“Customers love knowing that by buying something, they’re helping someone else and the not-for profits love it because it’s so easy,” says Kula.

During the month of October, Kula will donate 15 percent of her sales to breast cancer services at Advocate Condell Hospital in Libertyville. “I’m always happy to donate to Advocate Condell Hospital. A friend was treated there for thyroid cancer, and received phenomenal care.”

The store, opening this month, carries women’s clothing, hip organic t-shirts for men and

women, work-out wear, handmade jewelry, high-end vintage clothes from the 1950s through the early 1970s, and vintage purses. Kula describes her clothing lines, which includes several up and coming West Coast designers, as artsy and Bohemian. “I try to carry unique pieces you can’t find elsewhere, and also

items made in the U.S.,” she says.

Though she majored in retail at the University of Wisconsin- Madison, Kula spent a number of years in the corporate world, working for Abbott Laboratories. Jewelry making had never been an interest.

“If you told me 13 years ago, that today I’d be making jewelry, I would have laughed. I launched j’artisa, just to see if I could do it, and it took off from there,” she says.

But in 2000, while caring for an ill family member, Kula and her sister found a box of old jewelry making supplies in the relative’s home and began to play around with it as a way to pass the time. For Kula, jewelry-making quickly became more than a therapeutic release from a stressful situation.

Within a year, she was exhibiting her jewelry in art shows and taking samples around to local stores. Encouraged by the positive response, she used her contacts and business background to expand and grow her company. In 2005, she launched What She Wants traveling boutique, which offers onsite shopping at corporate offices, schools, and institutions.

“Back in college, I wrote a paper about how the retail environment was changing to be more

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service-oriented. Over time, I saw that it was coming true and thought that there might be a need for a business like this one,” Kula says.

She took her innovation a step further with What She Gives, which donates 10-20 percent to the corporation’s choice charity. Charities who have received What She Gives donations include buildON Chicago, the American Lung Association, the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer, and Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

Kula has also done fund-raising directly, collaborating with not-for-profits such as Centre Club Services in Libertyville and Gurnee, Youth and Family Counseling of Libertyville, Rebecca’s Dream, and Feed My Starving Children.

October’s donation will help to establish a Cancer Resource Center at Advocate Condell Hospital, says Kim Smith, program supervisor at the Centre Club in Libertyville and Gurnee.

“There will be offices for the nurse navigators, space for support groups, individual and family counseling, daily activities like yoga and Pilates, and a library with educational resources and computer kiosk. They’ll also be partnering with the American Cancer Society on wig and prosthetic fittings,” Smith says.

Kula looks forward to working with other agencies in the area, and is always on the lookout for new partnerships. “People give in different ways and this is a way I can reach out,” she says. lc

6 Lisa Kula, owner of What She Wants Boutique, will donate a percentage of her sales to cancer treatment and research in October.


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The Fall 2013 season is shaping-up to be hot for handbags, says one fashion-savvy shop owner.

Kathy Rezny, co-owner of the family-owned and operated York Furrier Inc., in Deer Park Town Center offered up a few fun purse styles sure to be toted around this fall.

For starters, the shapes and sizes of purses and bags will come in a wide range.

“It’s a dichotomy of size,” Rezny says.“Go really, really big to haul all your essentials, (such as) technology and communication devices, work-out gear, lunch, etc. Or carry a mini-bag, perfectly sized for what you really need, ID, credit cards, lipstick, phone and keys.”

Designers also have included clever interior space to stow belongings in an easy-to-find place.

Seasonal favorites include the shapely totes, hobos,

shoulder bags, cross body bags, and the

classic envelope clutch. Most styles offer both handles and

straps for hands-free use, says Rezny.

The season is all about texture and textiles as well, and popular materials and hardware seen this season include leather, fur, metal and wood.

“Texture is a key element in this season’s designer handbags,” she says. “From the made in the U.S.A. Rebel line, find rustic leather and rivet details combined in unusual shapes — the saddle style or barrel bag. These handbags serve as a multi-purpose carry-all for the woman on the go.”

Rezny also touts the look of the “iconic design duo” Badgley Mischka, expected to shine again this season with luxe lady-like looks.

“Known for handbags with unique closures, convenient detachable straps, base ‘feet’ to keep a bag clean while placed on the restaurant floor, and their gorgeous color schemes, the duo again produced some definite must haves for fall,” she says.

Rezny says colors and patterns will range from rich merlot and eggplant to the more staid cognac, putty and “the always appropriate basic black.”

Ladies also will be seen carrying purses in playful patterns, animal prints, houndstooth and weaves.

Gina Muzik, owner of Two Buds Boutique in Third Lake, says this season’s trend in bags is oversized shoulder totes, with fringe and detailed with gold and silver hardware, metal studs and rhinestones.

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Popular colors of purses sold in Muzik’s boutique this season include the “always popular” basic black, and fall inspired orange and green.

Bags at Two Buds range from $15 to $90.

There’s no shortage of variety at 1154 Lill Studio, at the Deer Park Town Center. The

shop sells custom designed bags in 50 shapes and styles and 150 fabrics, says Alan Karo, chief marketing officer.

Karo says customers can come to the shop and design any bag that reflects their personalities.

“It is endless and extremely personal,” Karo says of the process of designing a purse or bag. “It’s

left to the imagination of the person designing.”

Popular colors and patterns this fall include tone-on-tone spice colors and black and white patterns.

Styles range from small detailed clutches perfect for evening and more formal outings to larger shoulder bags for running errands.

The Grace Ruffle clutch, depending on the fabric, can be more casual or formal. This retails for $99 and can be carried as

a hand clutch or a wristlet. The Belle, is a hard shell clutch, similar to those

often seen carried by celebrities on the Red Carpet, says Karo.

This is made with shantung, a silk-like fabric in blush, emerald, sapphire, navy, orchid, iris, dove, sterling and black. This clutch includes a metal closure in gold or silver and retails for $119.

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You go out and set a sales record and expand your businesswhile informing your prospects and clients of the constantchanges in the professional and skilled labor market!

“ I am witnessing a significant increase in the demand forour talent acquisition services since most companies simplycan’t find the talent they need even though the unemploymentrate is 9.2% and higher in some communities. More hiringmanagers now recognize we are experts in the search andplacement business, since we know how to quickly findtalent”, according to Steve Bowman, owner of the ExpressEmployment Professionals office in Libertyville.

As the economy rebounds the demand for skilled laborand professionals will continue to accelerate sharply as moreof those employed begin to confidentially inspect otheropportunities. These ‘passive job seekers’ are cautious butaccording to respondents to a recent industry survey, over 75%would be willing to move to a better job.

“Our mission is to educate our clients and prospects aboutthe changes in the labor market & explain why Express is soefficient in filling jobs it normally takes the average companymonths to fill”, Bowman said.

As evidence of the expertise Bowman’s team possesses tofind talent quickly, the Libertyville office (one of 14 in Chicago)ranks in the top 1% of 650 Express offices that operate inthe U.S. and three foreign countries, in terms of direct hireplacements. Express ranks #2 in commercial (light industrial)nationwide and #5 overall, across all employment categories.The national Express organization is celebrating 30 years inbusiness and is focusing on celebrating this anniversary byemploying 1,000,000 associates.

The staffing industry is expected to experience the 2nd

largest growth in the next 5 years only to be outpaced bygrowth in the health care industry. Bowman’s response tothese two predictions was in the form of a recent press releaseannouncing the creation of a Medical Staffing Division toprovide medical office staffing services for local health careoffices in Lake County.

“Express makes a meaningful and material difference tothe productivity and bottom line of our clients while providingentry level and advanced career opportunities for ourapplicants. Our value to our clients is simple. When talent isneeded, it is nice to call someone you trust who knows yourbusiness and knows how to find the right person, with the rightskills, experience and ambition,” he said.

Bowman, currently a GLMV board member, spent 25years in the information technology and outsourcing industry,consulting for financial service and health care companiesbefore purchasing the Express business in 2006.

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Mrs. Thomas is hereby recognized & commended as being a truly dedicated, sharp, self motivated, creative, organized and Professional Team Leading Administrator. Mrs. Thomas was one of the very first employees that helped open the Paradise Park Campus in August 2005; starting as a Care Giver and was quickly promoted to Direct Care Supervisor in February 2006; and again promoted to Administrator in September 2008, truly helping make Paradise Park the special place it’s many residents call home. With a beautifully landscaped courtyard complete with a gazebo, water fountain, raised gardening beds, bronze statuary, an inter-generational kids playground, and park benches all surrounded by four single-story, sixteen-bedroom residential homes, Paradise Park Assisted Living and Memory Care in Fox Lake offers the area’s most unique approach to senior care. “Instead of one big building, we have four single story homes all surrounding a courtyard that creates a comfortable campus setting,” said Thomas. The 64-resident facility, offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, Adult Day Care, Hospice Care, Rehab Services and much more. The homes are staffed with one Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for every eight residents, an activity coordinator, supervisor, chef and housekeepers. “Because we aim to provide a family oriented home-like atmosphere, we try to assign the same staff to each building, so we can build relationships with the residents,” Thomas said. Pets, such as small dogs, cats and birds are welcome too. “Not only are they a comfort to their owner, they’re also a

comfort to the other residents,” said Thomas. Three of the homes are devoted to Memory Care and offer a secure, yet non-restrictive environment with electronic monitoring, comfortable first floor suites, and access to the courtyard. Recently, Thomas and 23 members of the Paradise Park staff became Certified Dementia Practitioners, in order to expand their specialized care for their Residents with Alzheimer’s and related Dementias. Not only is the facility unique, so are Paradise Park’s services and loving staff. Thank you, Jillian Thomas for eight great years of dedication and success!

Jill ThomasParadise Park Assisted Living and Memory Care16 Lilac Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020847.437.HOMEwww.paradiseparkalf.com

Administrator of The Paradise Park Assisted Living & Memory Care Campus located in Fox Lake, Illinois, celebrates her eight- year Anniversary!

“My professional goal is to change the way people view senior care. The industry is changing and making senior care less institutionalized and more person centered. I am excited to continually find new ways to help people feel comfortable placing their loved ones in our care.”

Cadtek Design Studio is Designing Spaces that Work

Ivette Lemons, owner of Cadtek Design Studio in Gurnee, isn’t just aninterior designer, she’s a puzzle solver.

With almost twenty years of experience as a commercial interiordesigner, Lemons is able to see a space not as it is, but as it could be.

“We start by gathering the facts on what the client needs the space todo and creating a wish list. Then we assess the space by looking at it as ashell, and envisioning how to bring the wish list and the space together,”she said.

Cadtek Design Studio, which will celebrate its eleventh anniversaryin 2014, specializes in commercial interior design, space planning, movecoordination and more. Recently, the firm began offering a furnitureprocurement service. “It’s a convenience to our clients because it’s a turn-key service. We’re able to obtain high quality furniture from manufacturersthat offer great customer service, and ensure the furniture will completethe design to provide the overall look the client wants,” she said.

A graduate of Columbia College in Chicago, with a degree in InteriorArchitecture, Lemons is passionate about helping businesses use theirspace efficiently and beautifully. ”Some spaces are easier to work with thanothers, but we believe every space has potential to be both beautiful andfunctional,” she said.

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YOUNG MoneyI By Erin SAUDEr I

When budgets begin in childhood, the lessons last a lifetime

While kids may not believe money grows on trees, it’s likely some think it does come from a magic box.

Jackie Flick, branch market manager at American Chartered Bank of Mundelein, said when it comes to talking to kids about money, parents can make the ATM drive-up a learning lesson.

“They can explain, ‘This is how the money got here. It didn’t just magically appear. I worked and did my job and my company paid me for it and it went into an account,’” she said.

As far as what age is best to begin bringing up money topics with children, Flick said it’s never too early.

“Obviously every child is different, but probably about the time a kid can begin to read and count and has some idea of what a nickel and dime is is probably a good time to start having conversations about money and saving,” she said.

Sara Velander of Country Financial in Grayslake said learning how to budget, manage debt and save for a rainy day is critical.

“Americans are understanding that now, more than ever. While you don’t have to raise your baby to be the next Warren Buffet, introducing financial literacy at an early age can help prepare kids for their financial future,” she said. “As soon as children can count, they can start learning about money.

Use coin banks so they can learn to save, spend and share with others.”

While Flick said there is some debate about whether children should get an allowance for doing household chores, it can be a good way to instill responsibility in children.

“At least initially, children can learn, ‘I have a job to do and I get paid for it,’” she said.

At the same time, parents can begin talking to their children about putting some of that money in savings.

“Parents need to let their children know it’s important to save because there are going to be some things they’re going to want that is maybe more than what their weekly allowance is. So kids need to be thoughtful and say, ‘I’m going to put so much away to save for it,’” Flick said.

Velander said parents could consider matching their children’s contributions to their savings — especially for long-term savings goals.

“Similar to an employer-match in a 401(k), this ‘free money’ can reward the behavior you want to instill,” she said. “Compound interest has been called the Eighth Wonder of the World — it won’t take long for children to see the benefits of deferred gratification.”

Flick recommends parents taking children into the bank to open up their own savings accounts.

“Have them come in and be a part of the process and learn how to fill out a deposit slip,” she said. “Show them that if they put $10 in an account and get interest, now their money is growing. It’s a nice foundation for the future when they mature and begin buying a house and car.”

As soon as children can count, they can start learning about money.

— Sara Velander, Country Financial in Grayslake

As for what age parents should encourage their children to open up an account, Flick said between 7 and 10.

“That’s when they can see documents and know to write their name and numbers and read numbers,” she said.

But most importantly, according to Velander, actions speak louder than words when it comes to educating kids about finances.

“Make sure your own home is in order,” she said. “Manage debt, save for tomorrow and plan your risks and insurance responsibly.” lc

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beginning of adulthood (18 to 22 years old).

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their children about personal finances because of the current economic conditions, which perhaps has led to

this earlier start in financial literacy training — this figure is up five

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5 “Pirates are still big for kids,” according to Kim Bulava, manager at JJ Blinkers, a joke, magic and costume shop in Antioch.

The TREAT’S In The TRICk

Candy corn, carved pumpkins and

costumes. The fun traditions

of Halloween continue for generations of children.

And picking out whether to be a

favorite cartoon character, super hero

or fairy tale princess is just part of the excitement that this month brings.

What will your kids wear this year for Halloween? It’s never too early to start checking out the costumes and accessories. But most of all, it’s a good idea to check with your kids to see what they want to be this year, said Kim Bulava, manager at JJ Blinkers, a joke, magic and costume shop in Antioch.

“Halloween is just a time to let your imagination run wild,” she says. “We have entire families get dressed up for trick-or-treating. Adults especially want to let loose.”

The beauty of Halloween is that

you can make handmade costumes from what you have at home, or you

can go to places

like JJ Blinkers to find complete outfits or accessories that just add that right bling or zing to your outfit. Bulava’s store offers all the accessories for kids’ and adult outfits including a wall of weapons, a hat room, stage blood, colored hair spray, glitter sprats, theatrical and water-based makeup, tattoo sleeves, tiaras, wigs, go-go boots and much more.

“Pirates are still big for kids and we have the eye patches and earrings and other stuff to make it look authentic,” she says. “We have all kinds of super heroes and princess outfits for $20 to $25.”

But if you want to go all out, the store also offers elaborate costumes that run $85 to $150

that represent all your favorite characters and professions.

She suggests asking your kids early on what they see themselves going as, and then start researching. Look on the internet for photos for your inspiration. Bulava’s store can offer fangs to masks to saddle shoes.

“The morph suits are still big this year, and we have the ones that inflate like a big ball. It comes with a fan and is in different colors,” she says. “The mask over it is like a ski mask.”

She adds that her store offers coupons all the time to reduce the price of getting that “just right” costume.

The point is that Halloween is supposed to be fun, and it doesn’t need to be expensive or perfect.

“A lot of people make their super hero outfits or the accessories for them out of duct tape. They even have competitions around the country for people who make outfits out of duct tape,” says Linda Kumar, customer experience manager at Michaels in Gurnee. “They can take an old t-shirt or sweatshirt and add duct tape to it,” she says. “I’ve seen someone make an entire suit of armor from duct tape. I’ve made a witch’s hat out of it and it’s quite easy. Duct tape tears very easily to make the project quick.” lc

Clever costumes, bought or made, delight this Halloween

I By LEE nELSOn I

Whatever costume you buy or make for your children, make sure it is safe for their age and abilities. Consumer Reports gives these costume tips so your children can have a memorable, safe and fun Halloween:

• Buy costumes that are labeled “flame resistant.”

• Avoid baggy, billowing skirts and cloaks that might brush against a candle-lit jack-o-lantern or luminary.

• Be cautious when using makeup for face paint. Much of it is not FDA-approved and could trigger allergic reactions.

• Make sure your kids won’t trip over their costumes and avoid accessories like swords and canes that have sharp edges.

• Be wary of masks that could potentially block your child’s vision.

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I would like to pretend, for just one day, that I am a perfect wife and mother. These days, I feel far from perfect. My fuse is shorter, my kids more unruly. No matter how hard I try, no matter how much I discipline them, no matter how

much I do to provide fun activities, nothing ever seems good enough.

A friend of mine works for a talk show produced in Chicago, and she reached out to me to submit some video clips for an upcoming segment. She asked me to give a quick snip-it, admitting something I do as a parent that might make me a “bad mom.”

I was hoping she was asking several other mothers and not just me. It would be embarrassing to think she got this assignment and immediately thought, “I know a bad mom! I’ll contact Michelle Stien.” And while I can think of a million and one things that cause me to second-guess myself every day, I hoped I wasn’t the worst of the bunch.

As I lamented, life continued as usual. My kids both were grounded from playing with our neighbors for throwing temper tantrums. That followed with Colin losing television, video game and iPod Touch privileges for an entire day, just for his general behavior. And when I thought I had finished with the punishments, (there weren’t many more things I could take away from them) I found out Colin dropped an F-bomb in the childcare center at my gym. In his defense (and mine) another boy said it first and then Colin retorted with the same phrase. Still, I felt like the inmates were running the asylum and perhaps I was “The.Worst.Mom.Ever.”

Smack in the middle of my pity-

party, I came across a blog on Facebook that put everything in perspective. The blog post was titled, “To the Unwashed Masses of Mothers” at scarymommy.com.

Initially, I thought the post was going to slam moms like me — the ones who yell at their kids at the grocery store. The ones who don’t care if a shower comes at the beginning or end of the day. The ones who, for a brief moment while shopping, look as if they are abandoning their screaming, temper-tantrum throwing four-year-old who wants a toy. The one who at that moment throws “1-2-3 Magic” and “Love and Logic” out the window in favor of an old-fashioned tongue-lashing.

But the post offered a kinder, gentler take on moms like me. The bottom line: “You are doing better than you think.” Another line that struck a chord with me: “There is no such thing as a

perfect mom.” It went on to quote a Yiddish saying, “There is one perfect child in the world, and every mother has it.”

I sighed in relief. I had been struggling with my column, feeling like everything I have been writing has been a farce. I had no words of wisdom. Quite frankly, I usually feel like I should be the one seeking out parenting advice.

But this woman, all in one 600-word blog, made me feel like a million bucks. She made me remember why I started writing about my kids in the first place, and why so many readers continue to follow my crazy tales. They are honest, realistic and relatable. Together, we can laugh and find humor through the chaos that is motherhood. There’s a reason there is an entire talk show segment dedicated to parents doubting themselves. We’re not alone. I’m not alone.

So, no. I’m not perfect. To be quite honest, I don’t want to be. At the end of the day, I still look at my kids in wonder and amazement for how incredible they are. I still can’t believe how much love I feel for them. They still cry when I leave the house, hug me when I come back and think that I’m “The.Best. Mom.Ever.” And I wouldn’t trade that feeling for anything, imperfections and all. lc

For Halloween this year, I have decided to be a Stepford Wife

Write this Downwith Michelle Stien

• Michelle Stien is a stay-at-home mom of two children, ages 4 and 6. Her

mother always told her to “write this down,” so she is sharing her experiences with Lake County moms to help them

deal with the craziness of being “Mom.”

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even though Sue Brod has been selling art and antique items at Grayslake Antique & Collectibles Market for three years, she can still be astonished that plenty of people pay exactly what’s on the tag without asking her to sharpen her pencil on the price.

“It’s always worth asking the seller if that’s the best price they can offer,” the Mundelein resident explains. “It’s crazy not to!”

Robert Zurko, who promotes the market, concurs.

“Haggling is the key to successful bargaining at flea markets and antique sales, because all prices are arbitrary.” Zurko and family have been promoters of antique and other flea markets, Civil War and specialty shows across the nation for 41 years. “Part of the fun is in the hunt,” he explains, “and secondly, reaching an equitable price for buyer and seller!”

Brod, who works for the Lake County school district when she’s not scouring estate sales for treasures, was a reluctant haggler when she first came to the market as a buyer.

“I wouldn’t ask for a lower price when I saw something I liked; I’d just pay what the seller was asking. I guess I was naïve and it wasn’t until I began selling and people would haggle with me, that it dawned on me — ‘oh, so that’s how it works.’”

Most of us are loathe to haggle, according to a recent survey by Consumer Reports, the number of us bargaining for goods and services has dropped off by 13 percent since 2007. If you’re one of those shoppers who blows off bargaining, you’re losing, says CR’s research: 89 percent of those who haggled snagged a deal at least once. Some saved

$80 on a cell phone plan, others got $300 lopped off of a furniture purchase and even the credit card companies are not immune to hagglers who realized a $100 drop in fee costs.

Brod says “making a pile” or “bundling” is a sure way to get a good price cut.

“If someone wants to buy a bunch of things, I add up how much I spent on each and will knock something off the total for sure.” If you’re a newbie negotiator or just not confident about haggling, she suggests phrases such as “What’s your best price,” “Can you do better on price,” or simply, “Will you take ‘X’ amount for this.”

When it comes to big ticket items, like cars, most have experienced haggling at its most dramatic. But even though negotiating has been a part of the auto business since Henry Ford’s days, modern technology could nudge haggling to go the way of the telegram or slide projector, according to Dale

Bracher of Gurnee Chrysler Jeep Ram Dodge.

“Because of the Internet, haggling has really dropped,” he explains. “People go online and send questions about the vehicles they’re interested in

and I get back to them over the phone or by email with prices and options,” he says. “So, they’ve already gotten prices by the time they walk in to the dealership.” The member of the dealership’s “VIP Customer Care Team” says that at least

half of their business is conducted this way.

General Sales Manager at Ray Chevrolet in Fox Lake, Matt Douvikas, says haggling was, is and will

always be a part of the car buying experience. “There not much room to haggle on price with the Internet,” he says. “But today it comes into play with interest rates and trade-in value. The customer hears about a 1.9 percent loan rate, but do they qualify? They look up the trade-in value of their present car online but still think their car’s worth more. It’s all a matter of perception.”

Douvikas says that the Internet exposes everybody whether positively or negatively, so consumers should do their research on the price but also on the car dealer and its service department.

“Read the reviews, see what people are saying about the dealership and be aware that bait and switch still goes on.”

Whether it’s furniture, jewelry, appliances, electronics, home improvement projects or even a medical bill, Consumer Reports advises that if you don’t take a stab at haggling, you could be leaving money behind. Brod says you may as well try to negotiate. “I have haggled at antique stores, estate sales, garage sales, car dealers, for Sirius XM radio and cable TV prices,” she says. “Too bad we can’t haggle at gas stations!” lc

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Whether it’s furniture, jewelry,

appliances ... Consumer Reports

advises that if you don’t take a stab at haggling,

you could be leaving money behind.

Sticker-DickerExperts warn if you’re not haggling, you’re paying too much

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This month, Shaw Media and Lake County Magazine will honor 10 of the county’s most remarkable women,

for their contributions to community and cause, at the annual Women of Distinction Awards luncheon.

We introduce our honorees here, and in each month that follows, tell the complete story of one of these

outstanding local women.

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Stories by Melissa Riske

Since she was a child, Sharon Johnson has demonstrated a love of nature and all creatures. Today, she continues to aid animals and their owners through the Alliance for Humane Action. Through AHA, she established a low-cost spay and neuter clinic in Lake County. Then, she established the AHA! Resale Shop in Lindenhurst, and began subsidizing the clinic with its profits.

On most days she can be found at the resale shop accepting donations and helping animal lovers find

resources. She continues to educate the community on the importance of spaying and neutering pets.

Her love of animals goes far beyond cats and dogs. On one occasion she discovered an elderly and neglected horse tied up in a shed. She worked tirelessly to find a suitable home for the horse and ensure its proper care.

Her nominator wrote, “Sharon is a dedicated Woman of Distinction who has quietly worked behind the scenes for several years to make a real difference for animals, and their people.”

Village of residence: Antioch Organization/company/corporation: Alliance For Humane Action

Village of residence: Waukegan Organization/company/corporation: Waukegan Main Street

Sharon JohnSon

Jamie o’mearaAs one of her nominators suggested, Jamie O’Meara is the volunteer you want, because she knows everyone and she can solve problems. As board president of the Waukegan Main Street, O’Meara is leading the charge to revitalize the business district and help it to become a bustling destination.

“She combines her intelligence, strong people skills, excellent communication, and ability to see both the big picture and address the tiniest of problems with grace, humor and follow-through to create results for good,” one nominator wrote.

Her dedication to the town is evident in her volunteer work as well as her day job as the chief accountant for the Waukegan Port District. A product of Catholic education from the time she was a young girl, today O’Meara is an active member of St. Anastasia Parish as religious education teacher as well as lector, minister of communion and a member of the parish transformation team.

Additionally, O’Meara is a board member of Clockwise Theatre.

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Those who have navigated the children’s section of the Waukegan Public Library already know Evetta Barrett. A native of South Carolina, Barrett has been an inspiration to many in Lake County. She worked for more than 40 years as a children’s librarian and although she retired, she continues to work part time and at age 79 she remains an active volunteer at the North Chicago Public Library.

But that is only part of the story. For many in her neighborhood she was long known as the “camp slip lady.” She would open her home for children who could benefit from a camp for low-income families sponsored by Community Action Project. For years children went to

Barrett’s home to get the qualifying “slips” and receive assistance from Barrett in completing the forms. She even attended the first day of camp to ensure everything went smoothly for her “kids.”

A mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she remains an active member of Mt. Sinai Institutional Baptist Church in North Chicago, where she is a weekly volunteer with the food pantry and serving meals to fellow seniors.

“She has impacted countless lives over the last 50 years,” her nominator wrote, “constantly seeking to be of service, but doing so quietly and without fanfare.”

Libertyville’s Doreen Lagoni is making the world a better place one Teddy Bear at a time. Lagoni is the president of Bear Magic in Lake County, a non-profit that delivers toys to children and elderly patients Lake County hospitals. Since the launch back in 1999, Lagoni and her volunteers distributed more than 74,000 toys through 2012. All the Teddy Bears and assorted toys are collected from generous donors.

After retiring from her career, Lagoni launched Bear

Magic in Lake County, putting her dedication and energy into the program, which is a part of Good Bears of the World in Toledo, Ohio. The idea behind the program is that that using a Teddy Bear or a toy can help soften the harshness of the world, helping a traumatized child or lonely elderly people find a little piece of comfort.

Lagoni considers herself a matchmaker, or a middle person, bringing together donations with people in need to create Bear Magic.

Village of residence: North Chicago Organization/company/corporation: Waukegan Public Library and North Chicago Public Library

Village of residence: Libertyville Organization/company/corporation: Bear Magic in Lake County

Village of residence: Mundelein Organization/company/corporation: Village of Munedlein Trustee

Village of residence: Fox Lake Organization/company/corporation: Great Lakes Credit Union

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Although she is a new member of the Mundelein Village Board, this trustee demonstrated a love and commitment to her community long before she was elected. Holly Kim is the co-founder of the Village Homesteading Mundelein, where residents can get back to the land, and family values. The group promotes conservation, self-sufficiency and environmental responsibility. In early 2013 Kim won a seat on the Mundelein Village Board of Trustees providing another way for her to serve her community.

“Her focus and dedication is contagious,” one nominator wrote.

A wife and a mother of three. She often brings her family out with her to be a part of her community service efforts. She is active with the Mundelein Farmer’s Market and a member of the Greater Libertyville Mundelein Junior Chamber.

A nominator wrote, “Dedicated to the community, Holly represents Mundelein through her passion for service and volunteerism.”

It’s not easy teaching today’s youth about money, yet Sue Malo and her fellow team of volunteers from Great Lakes Credit Union are determined to help high school students have a stronger understanding of finances. Malo is among the volunteers teaching the Mad City Money™ program to high school students. It is a simulation where students are placed in real life situations with income and expenses and the opportunity to make financial choices. More than 2,000 students in Lake County participated in this financial education

program last year. Teachers have praised the program and the opportunity to help students see real life financial situations.

“Sue’s initiative and collaborative leadership have helped GLCU win numerous awards within the credit union community year after year,” her nominator wrote.

Malo’s dedication to education includes her work as a board member of the Illinois Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy.

As a board-certified obstetrics and gynecology physician Dr. Eileen Morrison has long been a proponent of breast health and early breast cancer detection, but is her own personal story that helps her reach out even further to her patients and to the community.

At age 44, Morrison was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her nominator wrote, “As a breast cancer survivor herself, Dr. Morrison takes extra time to be there for her newly diagnosed patients, offering them

a unique view from someone that knows what they’re going through.”

Her breast cancer work extends outside of the office setting. She has provided numerous community education lectures for Advocate Condell Medical Center, served as a chairwoman for the GLMV Relay for Life and walked in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day event. When her nephew was killed by an intoxicated boater, Morrison and her family started the Y-NoT Project, a nonprofit dedicated to eliminating intoxicated boating.

Nancy Shipley is an educator who is taking extra steps to help students while creating important connections between the schools and business community.

As the applied arts supervisor at Vernon Hills High School, she is managing teachers, programs and teaching courses too. She has been an educator more than 37 years.

A few years ago she won a term to serve as a board of director for the Green Oaks Libertyville Mundelein Vernon Hills Chamber of Commerce, and helped to develop a scholarship committee, Dollars for Scholars. This committee has raised monies for Mundelein, Libertyville and Vernon Hills high schools. Last year this committee distributed more than $8,000 to graduating seniors.

Through her partnership with the chamber she also developed a Career Advisory Council at Vernon Hills High School where business members from the community can provide advice and guidance to students. Through this partnership the “Real-Life Interview” project was created. The project provides an opportunity for students in consumer education and consumer management classes to experience the components of a job search, from creating a resume to dressing and attending a mock interview.

Her work to bring partnerships between the business community and students has allowed an enriched classroom experience.

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A native of Puerto Rico, Melba Rivera serves as a leader for women and the Latino community in Lake County.

She is the founder of the Coalición Latinos Unidos de Lake County (Lake County Latino Coalition). She mentors Latino leaders and helps the Latino community to create a voice in the county. Additionally, she has volunteered her time in the community serving on local educational advisory boards such as the Hispanic American Community

Education and Services and University Center of Lake County advisory board.

In her day job, she works in the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office as a Principal Counselor, providing victims and witnesses information on the justice system. Among her responsibilities is helping victims and witnesses connect to appropriate social services as needed, and serving as a liaison between attorneys and victims and witnesses.

On paper, Stephanie Smith-Howard appears to be a hardworking member of the business community, well-versed in her field of health insurance and long term care. Through the years she has been a leader in her profession and won numerous awards for her expertise, but it is her dedication to the community that puts her on top.

Whether she is working on a chamber event, dressing as Mrs. Claus to bring joy to children and seniors during the holidays or serving with the Mundelein Community Emergency Response Team, there is no doubt that she is a dedicated member of the community. She is a volunteer

with the Community Care Center at The Chapel/Grayslake as well as a shopper and volunteer coordinator for its Mobile Food Pantry.

Through the years she has participated in numerous projects to help families in need, as well as Relay for Life, the Mundelein Farmer’s Market and Nite Out with the Mundelein Police Department.

Her nominator wrote, “Stephanie always goes above and beyond, putting her heart and soul into serving the numerous professional and community groups and organizations in which she is an active participant.” lc

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Saying goodbye to summer doesn’t have to be a sentimental ending when you consider it’s also a beginning — the kick off to autumn and the holiday season. Now is a great time to dress up your

home for fall entertaining.

“Colors that evoke a sense of nostalgia and family are a really big part of the visual design message for autumn 2013,” says visual merchandiser John Griffith. “Reds, golds and oranges are trending this fall. These hues are not only warm and comforting; they’re reflective of the season.”

Griffith and teammate Julie Robbins add their own unique spin on the latest trends to create seasonal design vignettes for Replacements, Ltd., the world’s largest retailer of old and new china, crystal, silver and collectibles. Easy ways to mix in great fall colors include adding a charger plate or colorful serving pieces.

“I’m big on the pressed vintage patterns; depression glass, coin glass and sandwich glass are all very lovely and nostalgic,” Robbins says.

Metal servingware is another popular — and functional — trend this fall. Once heated, the alloy retains warmth to keep food warmer longer or cooler if you chill these pieces, Robbins says.

Using natural elements on the table also evoke a sense of Thanksgiving.

“I suggest filling vases, glasses or serving bowls with dried beans, acorns or even kernels of dried deer corn. Not only does this look pretty, you can also mix in candles or flowers and use these natural elements to hold those items in place,” Robbins says. lc

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Trattoria Pomigliano is located at the corner of Milwaukee Ave and School Street in Historic downtown Libertyville, with its casual attire atmosphere this is the restaurant to try for lunch or dinner. Our restaurant is children friendly with a complete childs menu. We offer sit-down, carryout, and catering service, a full bar as well as private parties. We are available for showers, weddings, birthdays, graduations, confirmation, rehearsal dinners and your other special events. Come stop by and see out new bar.... New bar hours, new appetizers and new entertainment! Try one of our “main street Martinis” and check out the outside patio. Come and enjoy with us

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MAMBO ITALIANO RISTORANTE,748 S. Butterfield Rd., Mundelein, 847-281-9100www.themamboitaliano.com

The Mambo Italiano Ristorante is family owned and operated for the past 7 years, the restaurant

strives to provide a taste of new world yet authentic Italian cuisine, enjoy friendly service and genuine Italian dishes. Mambo Italiano has a full bar & wine selection, offers nightly dinner specials, all homemade pastas, fresh fish daily, steaks, and many more dishes to choose from. They offer full catering for all of your special events and welcome private parties and

has delivery service. With its friendly staff ready to wait on you and open 7 days a week Mambo Italiano is definitely the place to check out and enjoy your dining experience.

HITZ PIZZA & SPORTS BAR 700 S. Butterfield Rd, Mundelein,847-362-0505, www.Hitzpizza.com

Drop in to Hitz Pizza & Sports bar for our unforgettable food and great times with your family and friends. After all....We’re your neighborhood’s favorite restaurant.We offer friendly and casual

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After enjoying a stroll through Antioch’s downtown stop by David’s Bistro a contemporary American eatery to fill any appetite. Owner and Chef David Maish offers many spectacular dishes from his homemade soups, appetizers and wonderful entrees including daily specials. David’s Bistro opens at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday-Sunday and stays open until David kicks you out...nicely of course.

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More Americans are drinking wine than ever before. In fact, more wine was consumed in the United States during 2010 than in France, according to the Los Angeles Times.

And while the French still drink far more wine per capita than we do, we have more people uncorking a bottle and pouring themselves a glass. Everybody now, “U.S.A.! U.S.A! U.S.A!”

As exciting as that may be, this coup in wine consumption still pales in comparison to our love for Budweiser and Coca-Cola. It’s been reported that same year, the 2.3 gallons of wine that were consumed per capita were far overshadowed by the 44.7 gallons of soft drinks, the 20.8 gallons of beer and the 18.5 gallons of coffee we consumed.

As the economy begins to recover however, wine is seeing a new surge in popularity, and people are trading up to a higher price category both in retail stores and restaurants. But what does this really mean? Are you really getting a better wine by spending more? Why does one bottle of wine cost $500, while another just $10?

These are loaded questions, leading to the rightful conclusion that there is much more to the cost of a bottle of wine than the wine inside. Let’s break it down:

To begin, the price on the shelf certainly is not the actual cost of a bottle of wine. The distributor makes a healthy margin when selling the wine to the retailer and the retailer takes its cut when selling it to the consumer. Wineries, not being altruistic, believe in making a profit themselves. So this same bottle of wine, which may be priced at $25 when leaving the winery, could reasonably have cost as little as $12 to produce. Coming up with a concrete number, however, when determining the cost of a wine, is difficult and convoluted.

One of the greatest determining factors in price is scarcity, and the simple economics of supply and demand. All things being equal, if you make a small supply of a particular wine, you can charge a higher price for that wine. But all things are not equal. There are wineries that make incredibly large quantities of expensive wine and still justify selling them at extremely high prices. Most of these, however, are established wineries that have long-held brand recognition. They offer a

historical record used to justify their high prices. Whether the wine is worth the exalted price is left ultimately up to the consumer. If you and I are willing to pay it, there is no reason to change it.

That being said, the finest and most expensive wines have many things in common, each coming with an additional expense. • High quality grapes and vines. Expensive oak barrels• Experienced, skilled winemakers • Expensive glass bottles, corks and packaging

The finest vineyards are heavily pruned to concentrate flavors. But lower yields equate to higher costs. Grapes in such vineyards are handpicked so that none are crushed, adding to the expense.

A ton of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Napa Valley command a whopping $10,000 plus per ton (yielding about 700 bottles of wine)! And if you plan on having your own parcel of vineyard land in Napa for example — watch out! Vineyard land in the most exclusive and coveted areas of Napa could cost you as much as $300,000 per acre or more!

High-end wines often use only the free-run juice (or juice that bleeds from the grape with minimal pressure). Less juice equates to higher cost. A $15 wine is likely to utilize all the pressed juice that can be extracted from the grapes, resulting in coarser juice.

More expensive wines are often bottled in thicker, more expensive glass costing upwards of $2 per bottle. They also utilize only the finest cork, which can run $1 per cork. Packaging the wine in wooden cases rather than a cardboard box only adds to the cost.

An often overlooked but significant marketing expense is the cost of wines provided for samples or donated to charity events.

It has been said that in order to make a small fortune in wine you need to start off with a large one. Indeed making wine can be an expensive endeavor, but it remains in the hands and on the palates of consumers to decide whether or not a wine is worth the price. So, cheers to the decision making process! lc

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This series is about the patterns and colors that form through mixing different paints and dyes in small petri dishes and applying forces, using various tools, to swirl them together. I then use macro lenses and flash lighting to capture brief moments where the fluids mix in a way that I am happy with. This particular piece is a mixture of acrylic paints and ferrofluid under a magnetic field.

Tom Biegalski has been a photographer for more than 20 years. It has been one of the main joys of his life during that time. He has mainly focused on nature and scientific photos, especially macro photography, but also photographs a wide range of other subjects. Biegalski tries to portray the subject in a way that expresses what interests him, so he can share it with others. Many times, he will try to show a hidden aspect of the subject or a different perspective. The quest for those less obvious characteristics brings him closer to fully understanding the subjects he photographs.

He will be the featured artist at 5 p.m., Oct. 19, at the opening of the Dandelion Gallery, 109 S. Genesee St. in Waukegan. lc

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artsthrough october 13 — 9 to 5 Wednesdays thru Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.. Located at the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire9 to 5 is the story of friendship and revenge in the rolodex era. When three unlikely friends take control of the office and put their “sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot” of a boss in his place, they learn there is nothing they can’t do, even in a man’s world. Tickets start at $45. For tickets or more information, call 847-634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com.

october 10 — octoberfest concert featuring bella cain 7 p.m. at Viper Alley, 275 Parkway Drive in LincolnshireBella Cain is a hot, young, high-energy Top 40 Country group that delivers a non-stop and explosive performance to every show. Tickets are $10. For tickets or more information, call 847-499-5000 or visit www.viper-alley.com.

october 13 — remember When rock Was Young 7 p.m. at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 Washington Street in GrayslakeDon’t miss this spectacular tribute to famed pianist and singer Sir Elton John. Multiple award-winning actor/singer Craig A Meyer uses his remarkable resemblance and uncanny ability to sound like the legendary star in this audience pleasing performance. Tickets are $42. For tickets or more information, call 847-543-2300 or visit http://jlc.clcillinois.edu.

october 18 – november 10 — carnegie hill Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. at the Clockwise Theatre, 221 N. Genesee Street in WaukeganThis fun comedy takes the audience inside the competitive, high-stakes urban real estate market. Tickets are $20. For tickets or more information, call 847-775-1500 or visit www.clockwisetheatre.org.

october 23 – January 5 — mary Poppins at the Marriott Theatre, Ten Marriott Drive in LincolnshireMary Poppins, based on P.L. Travers’ beloved stories and the classic Disney film, features a magical score and thrilling dancing with “A Spoonful of Sugar,” “Chim Chim Cher-ee,” “Feed the Birds,” and “Let’s Go Fly a Kite” coming to life in front of your eyes for the very first time. Tickets start at $40. For tickets or more information, call 847-634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com.

october 25 — 8th annual ray bradbury storytelling festival 10:30 a.m. at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street in WaukeganJoin Storytellers Megan Wells, Jim May and Jay O'Callahan for an hour of spooky stories and tales. Admission is $17. For more information, call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com.

eventsthrough october 19 — vernon hills french market Saturdays 8 a.m. in the Metro Parking Lot, 75 E. 45th Street in Vernon HillsLocally grown produce, organic meats, fresh flowers, baked goods, jewelry and more! For more information, call 312-575-0286 or visit www.bensidounusa.com/.

through october 10 — village of antioch farmers market Thursdays 3 p.m. at 845 Main Street in Downtown Antioch

The market brings together local and regional vendors to create a quality based market for the residents in and around the community. For more information, call 847-838-4032 or visit www.antioch.il.gov/.

through october 11 — mundelein farmers market Fridays 3 p.m. at the corner of Park Street and Seymour Ave. in MundeleinEnjoy more than 20 local food purveyors featuring fruits, veggies, bread, meat, cheese, herbs, flowers, honey and more! For more information, call 847-970-9235 or visit www.mundelein.org.

through october 10 — Wauconda farmers market Thursdays 3 p.m.-7 p.m. at 100 N. Main Street in Downtown WaucondaThe market features locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, beautiful plants and flowers, homemade jams and honey, meats and cheeses, baked goods, chocolate confections and savory spices and herbs. For more information, call 847-526-5580 or visit www.waucondaareachamber.org/.

october 12 — dead last 5k Zombie run 3 p.m. at the College of Lake County, at 19351 W. Washington Street in GrayslakeTake part in this 5K race for your life in the midst of brain-eating zombies! The object of the race is to win — both by your speed and by getting to the finish line alive! Zombies will be present on the course at specified intervals throughout the race and runners will sport flag belts with two flags per runner at the start of the race. Zombies will attempt to remove the runners’ flags-thus taking their “life.” Cost is $20. To register or for more information, call 847-567-2335 or visit http://racetime.info/registrationcalendar/october/101213-zombie-run.

october 17 — read this next 7 p.m. at the Wauconda Area Library, at 801 N. Main Street in WaucondaFind your next great read using library databases and other online resources. We will also show you how to select great picks for your book club! For more information, call 847-526-6225 ext.203 or visit www.wauclib.org.

october 17 – 19 — annual highwood Pumpkin fest Thursday and Friday from 4 p.m.-9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. -9 p.m. at Highwood City Hall, at 17 Highwood Ave. in HighwoodThe festival is packed with daily events, vendors, live music, hay rides, pumpkin carving, a parade and much more. For more information, call 847-432-1924 or visit http://highwoodpumpkinfest.com.

october 18 — ghost Walk 5:30 p.m. at The Button Room Museum, at 4072 Old Grand Ave. in GurneeLearn about the unusual sightings and sounds of Gurnee on this exciting walking tour. Admission is $10. For tickets or more information, call 224-399-9870 or visit http://thebuttonroom.org.

october 18 — halloween spooktacular Party 6 p.m. at the Viking Park Community

Center, at 4374 Old Grand Ave. in GurneeChildren ages 4-8 can enjoy crafts, games and a hayride. Don’t forget to wear your costume! Child admission is $7, and an extra $2 for non-residents. For more information, call 847-623-7788 or visit www.gurneeparkdistrict.com.

october 19 — 8th annual lambs farm barn burner bbQ 4 p.m. at Lambs Farm, at 14245 W. Rockland Road in LibertyvilleTeams will compete for the grand champion title and the chance to compete at national events. Free to observe. For more information, call 847-990-3714 or visit www.lambsfarm.org.

october 19 — croctoberfest 10 a.m. at the Wildlife Discover Center, at 1401 Middlefork Drive in Lake ForestDon't miss this annual celebration of the amazing family of animals called the crocodilians. Meet live crocs and talk with croc experts. Admission is $5. For more information, call 847-810-3663 or visit www.cityoflakeforest.com.

october 19 — great Pumpkin celebration 2 p.m. at the Robert W. Rolek Community Center, at 814 Hart Road in Round LakeThis fun family event features trick or treating, costume contests, carnival games, hayrides and much more. For more information, call 847-546-8558 or visit www.roundlakeareaparkdistrict.org.

october 26 — halloweenfest 2013 3 p.m.-8 p.m. at Bowen Park, at 1800 N. Sheridan Road in WaukeganThis spooky fun festival features delicious food and drinks, family activities, a bouncy house, train rides, costume contests and more. For more information, call 847-360-4700 or visit www.waukeganparks.org.

october 29th — halloween fest 5:30 p.m. at the Libertyville Sports Complex, at 1950 N. Highway in LibertyvilleDon’t miss all the fun and games for families and kids. Featuring a hay ride, inflatable and interactive games, and more. Pre-registration is $5 or $8 at the door. For more information, call 847-367-1502 or visit www.libertyville.com. lc

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