St. Charles Restaurant Week February 24Th - 28Th

FEBRUARY 2020

Exploring Life in the Fox St. Charles Restaurant Week February 24th - 28th

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16 40 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 dining + cuisine 36 Aren’t all Dog Daycares the Same? – Tomas Szklarski, Owner Of Waggy Tails 4 Lorelei Cocktail Recipee – Javier Villaneuva, Wildflower Squad 38 10 Ways to MakeValentine’s Day Special for the 6 Featured Dishes Whole Family – Vanessa Kapus, Found of The Local Moms events 10 Geneva Park District February Events feature

12 Elgin History Museum Events 40 St. Charles Restaurant Week | February 24 - 28

14 Fabulous February at Gail Borden Library 16 RAM Prepares For Third Annual Random arts + entertainment Acts Of Kindness Week 44 Arts and Entertainment Around The Fox Valley 20 Whiskey BBQ is the Featured Menu for the Second Annual Flags & Flannel Dinner business 22 Geneva Chamber Coffee Cup Crawl 58 A “Love Contract” In TheWorkplace For 24 Geneva History Museum Valentine’s Day – Bil Boznos, Boznos Law Office 26 Knoch Knolls Nature Center to Host Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 17 travel 28 North Central College February Events 60 Chicagoland 2020 Spring Break Staycations, Wellness Weekends & Road Trip Destinations lifestyle For Families, Couples & Individuals

32 I Got This Feeling! out + about – Ann Marie Guenther, That Girl Organizes 62 Snapshots of what’s going on around The Fox 34 Hand Tied Weft Extensions – Ami Christianson, One Salon And Bridal Company

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My passion for learning, teaching and history is undeniable, but I was struggling financially, so I began moonlighting as a bartender just to make ends meet, and unexpect- edly fell madly in love with every aspect of the bar business.

For my squad and I it is Lorelei Cocktail Recipe about so much more than BY JAVIER VILLANUEVA OF THE WILDFLOWER SQUAD making a great cocktail. It’s about memories, mu- This one is dedicated to all the dreamers and their incredible capacity for love. sic, history and sharing those moments, ensuring I strongly believe in 30 seconds of courage, and when we are faced with ad- you embrace the present, versity, or important decisions if we muster up 30 seconds of courage, human reflect on the past and se- beings are capable of extraordinary feats! curing a bright future. Here go my 30 seconds. I was incredibly angry and depressed man until 2010. Javier is the President/His- I pushed people away and destroyed many healthy relationships. When I was torian for The Wildflower Squad which is Bartend- introduced to my 3/4 acoustic guitar, Lorelei, I found peace, purpose and pas- ing Service for Private sion. I’m forever grateful for the love and emotional growth Lorelei bestowed Events as well as offering upon me. consulting for Bar owners who can be reached Enjoy the good vibes. at 1-630-809-7692 or by • 1.75 oz Tito’s infused butterfly pea flowers email at bookus@wild- • .75 oz kiwi simple syrup flowersquad.com. • .25 oz lemon juice • Bar spoon of Combier orange liqueur • Garnish with kiwi wheel • Club soda press

Add all ingredients,minus the club soda, to your shaker tin, add ice and shake vigorously for 20 seconds then strain over fresh ice.

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 5 dining + Featured Dishes cuisine Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants.

Brisket Quesadillas Filled with Brisket that has been smoked all day, melted Chihuahua Cheese hand-made garlic aioli, sautéed sweet corn, onions and peppers.

1910 Geneva 30 W. State Street Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-845-9100

Maine Lobster Rolls All you care to enjoy Maine lobster rolls every Friday in August at Catch 35! “Our Signature,” minced celery, easy mayo, Old Bay - served with French fries, coleslaw, cheddar & chive biscuits.

Catch 35 Naperville 35 S Washington St. Naperville, IL 60540 1-630-717-3500

Salted Caramel Crème Brûlé Fresh berries and flaky sea salt. Pairs with our Cooper’s Hawk Lux Ice Wine.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant 3710 E Main St. St Charles, IL 60174 1-630-940-1000

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Porterhouse for Two Lamb Shank Every Wednesday we feature a Porterhouse for Backed lamb shank with tomato sauce and two which Includes a 24 oz Certified Angus Beef basmati rice. Porterhouse, two sides and two starters for only $55.95. Guests can add any appetizer on our Eden On The River menu for ten dollars more. An excellent special 1 Illinois Street for date night! St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-945-3332 FoxFire 17 W State St. Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-232-1369

The Blacklist Corned Beef & Cabbage Rolls “Have you seen our new drink menu yet? This is Potatoes, mozzarella and provolone served with the Blacklist: Makers Mark, Benedictine, sweet a thousand island dip. vermouth, orange bitters and a Luxardo cherry. Goes great with our Friday fish fry.” McNally’s Irish Pub 109 W. Main Street Elgin Public House St. Charles, IL 60174 219 E Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60120 1-630-513-6300 1-847-468-8810 FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 7 Carmelized Parisenne Gnocchi Roasted porcini mushrooms, fava beans, wilted spinach, red wine pickled pearl onions, garlicky lemon cream, pine nut aillade.

Niche 14 S 3rd St Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-262-1000

Miso Glazed Chilean Seabass Jasmine rice, baby Quesadilla Al Pastor bok choy, pickled When you combine our tender al pastor onions, crushed meat fresh off the trompo and put in a peanuts. toasty flour tortilla with melted cheese, you get perfection! ROX City Grill 100 W. Main Street, Salsa Verde St. Charles, IL 60174 1850 Lincoln Hwy, St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-845-5800 1-630-444-0673 (Also has locations in Batavia, Oswego and Yorkville) Filet Mignon When people think of Stockholm’s, great steak is not the first thing that comes to mind. But our head chef, Dimas Montiel, who has been with us since the doors opened in May 2002, is also a skilled butcher. He cleans and hand cuts each one of our Filets and wet ages them 21 days in house. The entrée is an 8 oz choice, center cut aged Filet Mignon lightly seasoned and grilled to order. Served with our smashed potatoes, fresh steamed vegetables, and choice of cup of soup or side salad.

Stockholm’s 306 W State Street, Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-208-7070

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Barrel-Aged Vieux Carre Craft Cocktail House-Aged Bulleit Rye, Remy Martin VSOP Cognac, Carpano Antica, B&B Benedictine, Peychaud’s, and Angostura.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse 244 S Main Street Naperville, IL 60540 Chicken Mo Mo 1-630-305-0230 Minced Chicken mixed with our own Nepalese spices and herbs than stuffed in a thin flour warp, steam and served with Nepalese Chutney. MO MO has become a traditional delicacy in Nepal.

Taste of The Himalayas 110 N. 3rd Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-444-1575

Grilled Salmon Crunchy Basil Grilled Salmon fillet topped with mild sweet chili, bell pepper and fried basil leaves. Served with jasmine rice.

Vinothai 3825 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-443-8461

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 9 GENEVA PARK DISTRICT events FEBRUARY EVENTS

Just Dad N Me Dance February 16, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave, Geneva, IL 60134

Enjoy an evening of dancing, entertainment, and delicious refreshments just for dad & his little gal! Doors open at 5:00 pm for check-in and pictures. All couples receive a keepsake photograph from this memorable night. Space is limited, so register early! Online registration is available. Please note: the event is open to step-dads, uncles, grandpas, etc. The event is not limited to dads! Fathers and daughters must register individually. Cost: $10 ($15 N/R) per person. Register online at genevaparks.org.

Parents’ Night Out February 21, March 6 & 20, 6:00 – 9:00 pm Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center, 3507 Kaneville Rd, Geneva, IL 60134

Enjoy a fun night away as your children play games, make crafts,

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 watch movies, eat snacks, and more! Par- under the age of 16 must be accompanied ents’ Night Out is open to children ages 3 by a parent or guardian. $10 per person. and up (must be toilet trained). Parents Register online at genevaparks.org. must fill out an emergency information card to have on file, and be available by phone or have an authorized pick-up person available by phone. Pre-registration is Parent / Tot Open Play Sundays, 8:00 – 11:00 am required at genevaparks.org. Just $15 per Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center, child ($20 N/R)! 3507 Kaneville Rd, Geneva, IL 60134

Mom & Son Night Spend some playtime with your child at March 7, 6:00 – 8:00 pm the Stephen Persinger Recreation Center’s Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave, indoor playground, “The Farm.” Great for Geneva, IL 60134 playdates! Parental supervision is required during Parent/Tot Open Play. $3 per child Calling all moms! Come have a special ($5N/R) with parent. night with your favorite little guy at Mom & Son Night! Enjoy fabulous entertainment, dance together, burn off some energy with dodgeball and scooters, make Lego ro- bots with Chasewood Learning, and enjoy some delicious snacks. Doors open at 5:30 pm for check-in and pictures. If a mother cannot attend, a grandmother, aunt, big sister, etc. is welcome. Moms with more than one son are welcome to bring them all. Mothers & sons must register individually. Online registration is available. Cost: $10 ($15 N/R) per person. Register online at genevaparks.org.

Majestic Eagles March 21, 11:00 am-12:00 pm Sunset Community Center, 710 Western Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134

Meet a live bald eagle up close! Learn about this magnificent species, their habi- tat, and how they have been brought back from the brink of extinction. Presented by Peck Farm Park and the Northern Raptor Rehab and Education Center. Children

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 11 events Elgin History Museum Events

Elgin History Museum now offering tours with a Spanish speaking guide on the third Saturday of every month.

February 15 at 11am & 1pm

Tour the Museum and explore Elgin’s rich history with a Spanish speaking guide! There are two floors of interactive exhibits to explore. Learn about the founding of Elgin, the Watch Factory, Elgin Road Races, and products Made in Elgin. Kids are welcome! There are lots of hands on activities to explore.

360 Park Street | Elgin, IL 60120 | Phone: (847) 742-4248 | elginhistory.org

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Abraham Lincoln (portrayed by Kevin Wood) presents “From Obscurity to Greatness: Illinois and Lincoln, 1830-1861.”

February 16, 2020 2pm presentation in English / 4pm presentation in Spanish FREE event at Elgin History Museum In partnership with the Illinois Road Scholars Speakers Bureau.

In 1830, the young State of Illinois was the fifth smallest in the nation by population. It was a relatively unknown and mostly undeveloped land with an uncertain future, not necessarily destined for any measure of greatness. That same year, a young man arrived in Illinois and the same could be said about him: unknown, undeveloped, an uncertain future, and not apparently destined for much. The next thirty years would see the transformation of both the state and the man. By 1860, Illinois would grow to become the nation’s fourth largest state, full of energy and promise, a microcosm of the entire nation: a mix of northerners and southerners, native-born and immigrant, rich and poor, liberal and conservative, urban and rural.

These groups clashed at times but learned how to live and work together to further the interests of all. Abraham Lincoln would grow tremendously, too, to become known throughout the country as the President-elect of a nation in crisis, the leader who needed to keep a divided nation together without abandoning his principles. Come hear Abraham Lincoln himself tell the story of how both he and Illinois rose from obscurity to greatness.

Kevin Wood, who lives in Oak Park, IL, has been making appearances as Lincoln around the country for nearly 20 years and made it a full-time job about five years ago. He considers it a great privilege to bring President Abraham Lincoln to “life” for students of all ages.

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 13 Fabulous February at Gail events Borden Library

I Too Sing America: African American Art Songs Inspiring Conversation Dr. Rise’ Dawn Jones and Dr. Margaret Brady will perform African American art songs that spark reflection and dialogue about current social conditions from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 15 in the Main Library Meadows Community Rooms. Light refreshments will be served. Partner: Elgin City of Peace.

Sunday Afternoon Concert February 16 with Pianist Lindsay Garritson Internationally acclaimed pianist Lindsay Garritson has performed around the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Royal College of Music in England to the Melbourne Recital Centre. She will perform works by Chopin, Ravel, Vine and Prokofiev from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 16 in the Main Library Meadows Community Rooms. Meet the artist and enjoy refreshments after the concert. Free tickets are available at any Library location.

Interactive Movie: The Lion King Explore the adventures of Simba, Nala, Pumbaa and other Pride Lands friends

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 when the audience brings this Disney classic stories of this beloved American company to life from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, February and taste some of its quality milk chocolate 17 in the Main Library Meadows Community at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 17 in the Rooms. Audience members will receive a Main Library Meadows Community Rooms. prop bag with items they can use to act out Historian Laura Keyes will talk about how the movie including an animal hat, gummy “Hershey” became a household name and worms and bugs, along with some surprises. how Milton Hershey’s vast fortune was spent. No registration is necessary to experience the To register for this free program, please go to fun! gailborden.info/register or call 847-429-4597 or register in person at any Library location.

The Hershey Chocolate Company Gail Borden Public Library Milton S. Hershey worked hard and failed 270 N Grove Ave often before his chocolate company was Elgin, IL 60120 finally successful. Hear “behind the scenes”

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Random Acts Matter (RAM) is preparing for its third annual Random Acts of Kindness Week, formally known as Paint the Town Orange. RAM is calling for everyone in St. Charles to participate in this event by doing random acts of kindness, no matter how small.

Random Acts of Kindness Week will take place February 9-15th.

Random Acts of Kindness Week is a week promoting compassion and con- sideration for others within the community. Participants are encouraged to do nice things to fellow community members. Acts of kindness can be informal, such as writing a gratitude letter, or elaborate, such as what St. Charles North students did last year. At the high school, students created

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 RAM Prepares For Third Annual Random Acts Of Kindness Week

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 17 a line to greet those who walked in with smiles and com- pliments, as well as put up uplifting notes on their peers’ lockers.

Other acts in the past have included kids writing letters to seniors and the St. Charles Park District leaving out dog toys at the dog parks.

“You realize that it doesn’t cost anything to be kind, to give back,” said Jen Rothenberg, the chair of the event. “As simple as holding the door open for someone, it doesn’t cost anything, but yet the ripple effect that it has on the community is priceless.”

“Every day I get emails from businesses, teachers and individuals asking what can we do, how can we help. It has really made me open my eyes to how amazing this community is.”

RAM is a nonprofit charity organization dedicated spread- ing care and compassion. Visit RAM’s website at https:// www.randomactsmatter.com to sign up as a volunteer or to find ideas for random acts of kindness.

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 19 WHISKEY BBQ is the Featured Menu for the Second Annual Flags & events Flannel Dinner

March 6 multi-course Whiskey Dinner will support national Flag Day monument

DeKalb distillery Whiskey Acres is teaming up with North Aurora caterer Team FIB BBQ and the Fox Valley Patriotic Organization (FVPO) to present Flags & Flannel, a multi-course whiskey dinner 6 p.m. Friday, March 6, at Abbey Farms, 2855 Hart Rd., Aurora. The event is the second annual fund- raiser in support of a national-caliber Flag Day monument to be built in Batavia.

The FVPO, a 501(c)3 non-profit launched in 2019 to honor, educate and en-

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 gage citizens in the spirit and history of unity same date in 2021. under the American Flag through the construction and preservation the monument The educational elements are what attract- that will be a cultural asset providing an ed board member and Flags & Flannel Chair interactive chronicle of milestones—major Cathy McNally to the project. triumphs that have shaped the Nation—and will serve as a destination for future genera- “As the proud Army Mom to 1st Lieutenant, tions to learn and grow. Zachary McNally currently serving overseas, I am excited to help bring the Flag Day mon- “The idea for the monument grew out of a ument to the region and to the generations conversation about how we could honor the to follow,” she said. “This project will create area’s deep connection to the history of Flag a vehicle for conversation with our children, Day through Dr. Bernard Cigrand, a Batavian teaching them of the unbroken chain of he- who appealed to U.S. President Woodrow roes who have defended our way of life.” Wilson to establish the holiday in 1916,” said Austin Dempsey, President of the FVPO. The event will feature a welcome appetizer paired with a whiskey cocktail followed by a As the idea evolved, the planned monument three-course meal with whiskey pairings: grew from a commemorative piece to an • Welcome reception: barbecue pulled educational attraction that can be celebrated pork crostini appetizer with a Bour- throughout the region and inspire a sense of bon Slush frozen cocktail made with unity today and for generations to come. Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon and topped with ginger ale. “Beyond the pure beauty of the piece, it will • Salad course—Field greens with be a functional, interactive learning tool,” said Dempsey.

Designed by architect Steve Vasil- ion of Batavia, the monument is a combination of architectural elements that unfold both to tell the story of the American Flag and to mark the historic milestones that unite Americans under the flag. The flagpole itself will serve as a sundial marking such celebrated events as the first moon landing along with national tragedies, such as 9-11, by date and time as it shines along the 40-foot diameter brick helix. Groundbreaking is planned for Flag Day, June 14, 2020, with completion and unveiling on the

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 21 candied smoked wal- nuts, dried cranberries, smoked Gouda cheese and raspberry vinai- grette dressing paired with a Nochino Man- hattan made with Whis- key Acres Straight Rye, Whiskey Acres Nochino walnut liqueur, Angostu- ra bitters and Amarena cherry. • Entrée—Bourbon-hon- ey glazed pork loin with blueberry bourbon barbecue sauce, sweet potato mash and green beans w/ bacon paired with Bourbon & Blues, Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon, blueberry syrup and lemonade. • Dessert will be a house-made apple crisp with bourbon-carmel drizzle paired with Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon served neat.

A live auction will be held and the event also will be the first opportunity to purchase specially minted challenge coins commemorating the monument. Legacy bricks with customized engraving also may be ordered. Visit www.flagdaymon- ument.com for information and a link to Eventbrite tickets, priced at $100.

“Last year’s Flags & Flannel was our first fundraising event offering an opportunity to come and dine together as a regional community.” said Dempsey. “This year Cathy McNally and her committee have evolved the concept to a whiskey dinner, working with local suppliers to create a truly unique event.”

To sponsor or donate auction items use the contact form at www.flagdaymonu- ment.com.

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 23 Geneva Chamber Coffee events Cup Crawl

Geneva Chamber of Commerce is bringing back Coffee Cup Crawl on February 22. The Coffee Cup Crawl will take place from 10 am-4 pm in Geneva.

Fourteen businesses will be serving samples of coffee. Not just regular coffee, but coffee creations and coffee with a kick (must be 21 to try those). A map, complete list of participants and their drink selections they will be serving is available on genevachamber.com. Please note Penrose Brewing and Stock- holm’s do not open until 11 am.

Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased by online at genevachamber.com. Tickets are limited. This event did sell out in 2019.

Ticket holders will pick up their complimentary coffee cup and ticket at Geneva Visitor Center (10 S. Third St.) on February 22 between 9:30 am-1 pm. Extra maps will also be available at that time. You can also pick up your information in our office at 8 S. Third Street after February 15.

Please call the Geneva Chamber office or visitgenevachamber.com for addi- tional questions.

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 events Geneva History Museum

Geneva’s East Side History

Come learn about Geneva’s development east of the Fox River and north of Route 38 at this Brown Bag Program at 12 p.m., Tuesday, February 11 at the Geneva History Museum, 113 South Third Street. Hear stories about the people, homes and businesses that shaped this area. Attendees are welcome to bring a lunch. Coffee, water and treats will be available. Registration is $5/person, $3/museum members, and includes admission to the “Disaster & Destruc- tion Hit Geneva” Feature Exhibition and “Geneva’s Story” Main Exhibition. Visit GenevaHistoryMuseum.org or call 630-232-4951 for more information.

Geneva History Museum 113 South Third Street Geneva, IL 60134

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 25 Knoch Knolls Nature Center to Host events Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 17

Other free nature activities also offered in February and March

Naperville Park District’s Knoch Knolls Nature Center invites families and individuals to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count and winter birds activities on Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 17 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Visit the Nature Center, located at 320 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville, to learn more about winter birds and to identify and record the birds you see. A naturalist will be on hand with binoculars and bird identification books to help guide kids and parents in their observation. No registration is necessary but at least one adult must attend with each family or group of children.

The data will be shared with researchers at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society to learn more about how birds are doing and how to protect them. The official website for the event is located at gbbc.birdcount.org. In addition to the observations that will be made at Knoch Knolls

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Nature Center, any resident can join the count in their back yard and enter their results between February 14 and 17 on gbbc.birdcount.org or download the eBird mobile app.

Knoch Knolls Nature Center offers other free nature activities during the months of February and March for kids, families and adults, including the following:

• Nature Discovery Days. On Saturday, Feb. 15, families can drop in between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to learn more about winter birds in Illinois through self-guided activity stations at the Nature Center. On Sunday, March 8 and Sun- day, March 22, the Nature Discovery Days theme is “Wild Weather,” and families may drop in between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. No registration is needed.

• Hikes with a Naturalist. Adults are invited to join a naturalist for a winter hike on Friday, February 28 from 10:00 -11:30 a.m. to learn about local wildlife and families with children ages 3 and up can take a similar hike on Saturday, Feb. 29. A Woodcock Walk will take place on Saturday, March 14 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Adults can learn about this short-legged, plump bird with a unique mating dis- play. These events are free but registration is required.

• Landscaping Workshops. A series of landscaping workshops will help home- owners learn about pruning (Sunday March 1 from 1:00-2:00 p.m.), landscape design (Sunday, March 15 from 1:00-2:00 p.m.), and establishing and main- taining your lawn (Sunday, March 29 from 1:00-2:00 p.m.). Each of these workshops is free, but registration is required.

Knoch Knolls Nature Center will begin its regular (spring through fall) hours on March 1, which are: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 12:00-5:00 p.m. Winter hours are: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 27 North Central College events February Events

For information about the 2019-2020 Fine Arts season, please visit northcen- tralcollege.edu/show.

Feb. 5, Concert: On Feb. 5 from 7:30–9 p.m., Sounds of New Music with Picosa will be hosted in Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Enjoy contemporary music performed by flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano.

Feb. 8, Concert: On Feb. 8, virtuoso percussionist Mitya Nilov joins the DuPage Symphony Orchestra to present “Echoes of East and West.” There will be one showing on Saturday from 7:30-9:30 p.m. This event will be hosted in Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., with tickets ranging from $15-43.

Feb. 8, Performing Arts: On Feb. 8, The Russian Na- tional Ballet will present “Cinderella” in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. The performance will be from 8-10 p.m.; and tickets range from $25-40.

Feb. 13, Performing Arts: On Feb. 13, soprano vocalist Nina Dante and guests will perform at the Madden Theatre, 171 E. Chicago Ave., from 7:30-9 p.m. This is a guest chamber music concert spon-

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 sored by the Department of Music. Enjoy a per- A coalition of Naperville area churches, congre- formance of musical works paired with stories gations and civic organizations work together and poems. to pack over 1 million meals for those in need. Volunteers can sign up for two-hour shifts. Feb. 14, Performing Arts: Feb. 14—23, “The Toxic Avenger,” will be presented as part of the Feb. 16, Performing Arts: On Feb. 16 from Senior Musical Series, in Meiley-Swallow Hall, 6-7:30 p.m., North Central College Department 31 S. Ellsworth St. This performance is based of Music presents faculty members in a recital on a film by Lloyd Kaufman of a bleak future celebrating the 250th birthday of Ludwig van where pollution claims the lives of 7 million Beethoven. Faculty members include pianist people yearly. One man stands up to the evils Dr. Susan Chou, violinist Mara Gallagher and of Earth as “The Toxic Avenger.” Friday’s perfor- cellist Claire Langenberg. mance will be from 7:30-10 p.m., and Sunday’s performance will be from 2-4:30 p.m. There Feb. 16, Performing Arts: On Feb. 16, accom- will be two showings on Saturday; the earlier plished South African songstress Belinda Da- performance runs 2-4:30 p.m., with the later vids stars in “The Greatest Love of All,” a tribute performance running from 7:30-10 p.m. Tickets to Whitney Houston. This performance will be range from $10-15. hosted in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave., from 6-8 p.m. Tickets range from $25-45. This per- Feb. 14, Concert: On Feb. 14 from 8-10 p.m., formance is not associated with the Estate of enjoy an evening with jazz vocalist Janice Bor- Whitney Houston. la. Joining Borla in this performance will be members of the College’s highly-esteemed jazz studies program. This concert is co-presented by Flashpoint Creative Arts and will be hosted at the Madden Theatre, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Tickets range from $17-22.

Feb. 14, Concert: On Feb. 14 from 7-9 p.m., in Heininger Auditorium, 309 E. School St., The Union presents a performance by Sam Trump & The Soul Vortex. This collective of artists engages audiences with spontaneous grooves.

Feb. 16, Event: On Feb. 15, North Central College will host the sixth annual Feed My Starving Children MobilePack, at Carius Track, 440 S. Brainard St.

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 29 Feb. 16, Event: On Feb. 16 from 2-4 p.m., North brick road and through the wonderful Land of Central College will host a Football Award Cer- the Oz. Performances are Wednesday-Friday at emony. This ceremony will be held in Wentz 10:30 a.m. Running time is 65 minutes. Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Feb. 28, Concert: On Feb. 28 from 8—10 p.m., Feb. 17, Freshman Visit Day: High school stu- enjoy an evening with the North Central College dents and their parents and guardians are invit- Big Band. Under the direction of Tim Coffman, ed to attend North Central College’s visit day in this concert features two NCC Jazz faculty guest the lobby of Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago artists, vibraphonist Brad Stirtz and pianist Ave. Visitors may attend a morning session with Chris White. This concert is co-presented by check-in at 9:15 a.m. There are opportunities to Flashpoint Creative Arts and will be hosted at take a walking tour with options to tour athletic the Madden Theatre, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Tick- and fine arts facilities and to attend informative ets range from $17-22. sessions on financial aid, academic highlights and student life. Feb. 29, Performing Arts: On Feb. 29, ArtsPow- er presents “Chicken Dance,” in Pfeiffer Hall, Feb. 19, Concert: On Feb. 19 from 7—9 p.m., 310 E. Benton Ave. This musical tells the sto- North Central Concert Winds, Wind Orches- ry of two barnyard chickens on a mission to tra and Chamber Singers will perform in the overcome obstacles and win tickets to see Elvis Department of Bands Winter Concert. Enjoy a Poultry. “Chicken Dance” has been cited with wide range of music that includes both stan- many honors including the 2010 Chicago Pub- dard literature and contemporary music. This lic Library Best of the Best Book and the 2011 concert will be hosted in Wentz Concert Hall, Winner of the Donna Norvell Award. There will 171 E. Chicago Ave. Tickets range from $3-5.

Feb. 26, Perform- ing Arts: From Feb. 26 to the 28, North Central College will host AlphaBet Soup Production’s musical “The Wizard of OZ,” in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. Follow your favorite characters down the yellow

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 be two showings; the earlier performance runs 10-11 a.m., with the later performance running from 1-2 p.m. Tickets range from $6-12.

Feb. 29, Performing Arts: On Feb. 29, witness the vocal competition that in- spired NBC’s hit show The Sing-Off. The Chicago Harmony Sweepstakes is the pre- mier American showcase for vocal harmony music and features some of the best vocal groups around the country. The winning group will earn an opportunity to compete at the National Finals held in San Francisco each May. This competition will be hosted in Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., from 7:30-10 p.m. Tickets range from $30-40.

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BY ANN MARIE GUENTHER, OWNER OF THAT GIRL Ann Marie Guenther is ORGANIZES known as Naperville’s Most Organized woman and the Face of Facebook! That Girl was recently on a quick beach vacation with my hubby of 24 years. Ann Marie declares that There is something about getaways, isn’t there? You are served by others who clutter is unproductive seem to like you (or are great fakers), and I love it! and sucks the money out of your bank account As a mom who serves others all day long at work and for family, I do enjoy some as well as the time out pampering from time to time. This morning a church leader told me that I have of your day. That Girl a heart for giving. I give a group of entrepreneurial seekers 2 hours of my time a Organizes keeps homes few times per year answering anything (and I mean anything) they desire. I also and businesses produc- give my cards out, fielding a few attendees calls here and there on the side too. I tive all over Chicagoland. genuinely do love to help, and I’m grateful that my team members feel the same Check out her video on way. Facebook for more tips at www.Facebook/thatgir- What Have You Done For Me Lately? lorganizes.guru or That- GirlOrganizes.com. Ques- Would it blow you away if your housekeeper gave you referrals for blinds clean- tions about organizing? ers and offered to take the blinds in for you as a courtesy? Call 630.673.3637 What if your hairstylist handed you a book on the best places to visit in Germany because she knew it was on your bucket list?

I’m on a few of my client’s emergency contacts lists; I’m known to call for birth- days, handhold and listen to my clients through tears talk about heartbreak, and occasionally take my clients to lunch as a surprise!

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Ami Christianson is the owner of “One Salon and Bridal Company in St. Charles.“ A full service salon offering organic hair coloring, hair extensions, facials, lash extensions, waxing, spray tanning, specializing in bridal hairstyling and air brush makeup. Ami realized the demand for Brides, and clients to have all the services they are looking for in ONE convenient location. Her salon styling team has won numerous Hand Tied Weft Extensions awards including “The Knot Hall of Fame”, the BY AMI CHRISTIANSON, OWNER OF ONE SALON AND BRIDAL COMPANY best of “Wedding Wire”, and is Rated as A Top Wedding Vendor in the A few months ago I wrote a blog on tape in hair extensions. Today I’m going USA. to tell you about “Hand Tied Weft Extensions.” This is a perfect example of how quickly technology changes in the beauty industry. Those of you who know me, and my blog, know how crazy I am about about keeping up with the latest products and technology. It’s my job, and I absolutely love it! So what is “hand tied “... it’s a type of weft. It’s not a application process. A weft is a wide vail of hair tied together by either hand or machine and sewn into a row. Now, this has been around for decades. I had them in the 80’s. Let me just say the attachment process is completely different. Back in the day we would corn row the hair and sew them “tightly “ into the braid. Yes, it was awful on your own hair, and a painful process to say the least.

Now....the new and improved application process changes EVERYTHING! (I guess that just speaks again about how long I have been a stylist) So, now...a

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 foundation is created using silicone beads hair. Keeping it healthy, strong, and beau- then you sew the weft into the foundation. tiful. The 80’s, when I began had nothing to do with any of that! ...And when I say NOTH- This means fewer points of contact on the ING, I mean nothing. hair, and the weight is distributed along a wider section. No breakage, and mobility Stay tuned... I think my next blog will be just to your own hair. This means you can still about that. The 80s hair, including pictures where a ponytail. No wait to wash, or apply of yours truly. color. Wefts can be reused 4-5 times, making hair extensions more affordable. Not Ami Christianson mention again, but this is the latest tech- Www.theonesalon.com nology, old made NEW, and everyone that Www.onebridalcompany.com wears hair extensions WANTS them.

I’m always grateful to have a career I love. I’m equally grateful that its always evolving giving me the opportunity to improve your

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Tomas Szklarski has spent most of his life working in Television/Film Produc- tion. He learned how to think on his feet as well as how to stay cool when things don’t quite go as you planned, which is important when working with dogs. A few years Aren’t all Dog Daycares the ago he decided he needed a change. He created Waggy Tails with the ulti- Same? mate goal to open a dog daycare facility in the TOMAS SZKLARSKI, OWNER OF WAGGY TAILS area. He enrolled in Catch Canine Trainers Acade- As the pet industry grows, we are starting to see Dog Daycares everywhere. It my to study dog training seems people are trying to get in on the action anyway they can. I can honestly to learn all he can about tell you, not all Dog Daycares are the same, there are plenty of terrible ones that dogs. He is a certified only care about profit or are run by people that shouldn’t be caring for your dog. PetTech instructor in Pet CPR, First Aid and Care. Dog Daycares aren’t a new concept, they have been around since at least the He also volunteers with a 1990’s. They basically share the same concept as child daycares, you drop your local open intake shelter, dog off while you work or some other reason and then pick them up at the end his experiences from vol- of the day. Unlike child daycares, dog daycares don’t have regulations, there is unteering have helped to no standard. Some countries are passing regulations as Dog Daycares become guide his mission to help popular. in the US, that isn’t a thing yet. There are plenty of Organizations that dogs stay out of shelters. are trying to create a standard like International Boarding and Pet Services Associ- www.waggytails.pet ation, Dog Gurus or the Professional Animal Care Certification Council.

There are plenty of facilities across the country who are good and are doing some really cool things while your dogs are at daycare to keep them active and engaged to truly tire your dog out. Let me explain the difference in tired. Dog Daycare can be enjoyable or it can be miserable for your dog. Imagine you are hiking in the woods, you go for a long time, you are tired at the end, but it’s a good kind of tired, you feel pretty good with all the exercise you got. The other side of tired

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 is, you are traveling someplace and have been Just like if dogs have been together all morning, delayed or had some layovers. At the end of the then a new dog is introduced in the afternoon. day, you are groggy and tired, but it doesn’t feel It can really mess up the group because this new good to be that kind of tired. That is how Dog dog is bringing a lot of energy while the group Daycare can be for your dog, it can be a good that has been there all morning is tired from kind of tired or a stressful, over stimulated, scary playing. They become grumpy just like humans not so fun tired. which can show it self in barking, growling, biting or some thing similar. With dogs coming the Daycare isn’t for every dog, some dogs enjoy same days and times, the human handlers and it, and like humans, some dogs just don’t like dogs get comfortable with each other and the all the commotion and prefer to be alone or in human handlers know what dogs are coming quieter settings. Some dogs even grow out of and how they are. It isn’t a guessing game. It daycare, they just don’t enjoy it anymore. Many also helps the facility know how to staff for the Day Cares are not set up to handle dogs that day when everyone comes consistently. The don’t enjoy daycare or dogs that grow out of it, facility doesn’t overstaff or understaff. but they take your dog anyway so they can have the sale or the facility doesn’t know any better. Can dogs ever be introduced if the group has You basically are paying to stress your dog out been formed? Of course, it just has to be done sometimes and don’t even realize it because the slowly and give time to each side to get used to facility isn’t telling you. each other.

So what makes a good Day Care? Some of the Another thing to consider is the human to dog better Day Cares I have seen don’t have big ratio, the accepted standard is 1 human per groups of dogs together in one room. They 10-15 dogs, this is not a rule and many facilities separate dogs based on size and temperament, don’t follow this. They could have 1 human to there are exceptions to everything. Sometimes 25 dogs or more. Why this is important is be- older big dogs like to be with smaller dogs cause if something does break out like a fight, if because it’s more their speed than a young your facility of understaffed, things can get ugly German Shepard dog for example. Every facili- really fast because the fight, in this instance, ty should do a temperament test to make sure doesn’t just involve the dogs fighting, the energy your dog can handle being in situations with in the room changes and you could have more other dogs and not get hurt or hurt other dogs. dog participating just because that is what the energy of the room is. Good facilities also have a structure to their Day Care, they don’t just let all the dogs in a room This brings up another good point, make sure and let them figure it out while the people just your facility requires staff to have some kind of sit around. Structure could be many things, like training from a reputable source. Things are having a few hours of playtime, then nap time, always changing concerning working with dogs, then play time, then nap time. Structure could something you learned last year may not be mean that playtime is mixed in with basic train- accurate, or maybe something came out during ing, mental stimulation like bubbles or some the year that is new to working with dogs. You type of brain game. want staff to be up-to-date and know what’s going on in the world of dogs. A very good daycare I have seen, requires that your dog come the same days every week, You have a lot of choices now for who takes care whether it’s once, twice, three, four or five days of your dog. Lots of choices doesn’t mean they a week, you have to come on only those set are quality, just like you wouldn’t send your child days. Why would they do that? When a new dog to a dangerous place, the same goes for your is introduced to a group that has been together dogs. for awhile, it can cause tension and create some anxiety throughout the group. Waggy Tails 1-331-215-7836

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Meet Vanessa Kapus the owner of Aquaduct Plumbing Services and Whole Family is also in the process of starting a new business venture currently in development. Besides running a successful business, Vanessa is a Mom of two smart, funny and hand- BY VANESSA KAPUS, FOUNDER OF THE LOCAL MOMS some boys ages 7 and 4 who’s been married for 6 years to her husband and Valentine’s Day is one of those hallmark card days that you celebrate love biggest supporter, Jason with your partner. However there comes a time when it’s no longer about Kapus. you and your partner. For those who have families and children that celebrate Valentine’s Day how do you make it special for the whole family? Here are The Local Moms 10 ways to make Valentine’s Day special for the whole family.

1. Breakfast The Most important meal of the day is breakfast right? What better way to kick of the Valentine’s Day celebration with a special family breakfast!! • Heart Shaped Pancakes • Valentine’s Day Doughnuts • Cinnamon Roll Hearts • Heart Eggs • Pink Cheerios

2. Decorate the House Decorating the house sets off the vibes for Valentine’s Day. You don’t have to get extravagant you can do simple things. • Heart Shape Door Wreath • Fill a Mason Jar with Heart Shape Candies that have messages on them.

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 • Decorate your Three Tier Stand. • Sugar Cookies with Valentine Sprin- • Valentine’s Day Towels for the Kitch- kles en and Bathroom • Rice Krispy Valentine Heart Shape • Valentines Cupcakes 3. Spread Love • Valentine’s Day Fruit Kabobs Cut heart shapes using construction paper in different shades of reds and pinks. Have 8. Play a Valentine’s Day Game each family member write nice messages Family game night is one of our favorite or draw pictures and place them on the activities to do as a family. How fun would bedroom door with tape. it be to make it a Valentine’s Day theme? • Valentine’s Day Family Feud 4. Make a Valentine’s Day Family Craft • Valentine’s Day Bingo So many crafts to do with the family. Some • Heart a Stack of our favs on Pinterest are: • Tissue Paper Heart Suncatchers 9. Snuggle on the couch for Valentine’s Day • Valentine’s Day Heart Man Craft Movie Night • Hand Print Craft • Up • Shrek 5. Special Dinner Plans • Gnomeo and Juliet Get the family all dressed up and go out • Lady and the Tramp for dinner to celebrate your loving family. • Father of the Bride

6. OR Stay Home and Make Dinner 10. Cuddle Up and Read a Sweet Book To- It’s fun to a the whole family in on making gether Before Bedtime dinner. Here are ideas for a Valentine’s Day • The Very hungry Caterpillar themed dinner: • Love Matter Most • Heart Shaped Pizzas • My Dad Loves Me • Heart Shaped Quesadillas • Fondue with Heart Shape Fruits and HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY FROM THE Cheese LOCAL MOMS!! FOR MORE INFO ON THE • Pasta noodles made out of hearts LOCAL MOMS FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM @THELOCALMOMS. 7. Enjoy Valentine’s Day Desserts Fun to get the whole family involved in baking but for those who are not the baker type like me having someone else bake is totally acceptable too! Here are our favs: • Chocolate dipped strawberries with heart shaped sprinkles • Valentine’s day Popcorn

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5 DAYS, 20% OFF St. Charles Restaurant Week February 24 - 28 Enjoy One of the Largest Restaurant Week Selections in the Area and Get 20% Off Your Bill

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 From February 24 - 28, visit participating St. Charles restaurants and receive a 20% discount off your total bill when you present a special coupon—either printed or on your phone.

“Restaurant week is a great opportunity to showcase the wide variety of dining options available in St. Charles,” said Economic Development Planner Ciara Miller. “We want people to go out and try something new, and hopefully find a new favorite restaurant. With dozens of participating restaurants to choose from, there’s something for everyone.”

Getting a coupon is easy. Simply: 1. Click online and social media ads to download the coupon and show it on your phone. 2. Print one out from the City of St. Charles website at www. stcharlesil.gov/restaurant-week or download it to your phone. The list of participating restaurants and their menus are available there also. Discount cards will not be mailed out this year.

Please Note: A minimum purchase of $20 is required, and the 20% discount excludes tax, tip, and alcohol. Restaurants may impose up to 18% gratuity on pre-discount total. This offer is not valid with other promotions the restaurants may be running and is for dine-in only, no carry-out. For more information, contact the Community & Economic Development Department at 630.377.4443 or [email protected].

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 41 When dining downtown, Colonial Cafe McNally’s Traditional Irish Pub take advantage of more than 552 S. Randall Rd. 109 W. Main Street 1,000 free public parking St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 spaces available. Click here to (630) 443-8338 (630) 513-6300 see a Downtown St. Charles Parking Map www.stcharlesil. E&S Fish Company Nuova Italia Ristorante gov/documents/downtown- 311 N. 2nd St. 18 N. 4th St. parking-map. St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 444-0168 (630) 584-4040

Participating Eden on the River Office Dining & Spirits, The restaurants are: 1 Illinois St. 201 E. Main St. Ste. 160 St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 549-0287 Alexander’s Cafe 64 (630) 945-3332 1650 W. Main Street Paradiso Restaurant & Bar St. Charles, IL 60174 El Puente Restaurant 2051 Lincoln hwy (630) 549-0514 108 E. Main St. St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 394-5905 Brown’s Chicken & Pasta (630) 377-8884 1910 W. Lincoln Highway Puebla Modern Mexican St. Charles, IL 60174 Evergreen Pub & Grill,The 305 West Main Street (630) 584-2411 1400 W Main St St. Charles, IL 60174 Brunch Cafe St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 945-3408 172 S. First St. (331) 901-5142 St. Charles, IL 60174 The Filling Station Pub & Grill Riverside Pizza & Pub (630) 940-2814 300 W. Main St. 102 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 Charlie Fox’s Pizzeria & Eatery (630) 584-4414 (630) 549-6644 3341 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 Francesca’s By the River Rookies (630) 443-8888 200 S. 2nd St. 1545 W. Main St. St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 Club Arcada (630) 513-0681 105 E. Main Street (630) 587-8221 3rd Floor ROX City Grill St. Charles, IL 60174 La Mesa Modern Mexican 100 W. Main St. (630) 962-7000 51 South 1st Street St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 584-2100 Colonial Cafe (630) 549-0162 1625 E. Main St. Salsa Verde Mexican St. Charles, IL 60174 La ZaZa Trattoria Restaurant (630) 584-4647 5 South 1st Street 1850 Lincoln Hwy St. Charles, IL 60174 St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 443-9304 (630) 444-0673

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 St. Charles Place Steak House 2550 E. Main St. St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 377-3333

Taste of Himalayas 110 N. 3rd Street St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 444-1575

Vintage 53 162 S. 1st Street St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 549-0423

Wok ‘n Fire 181 S. 1st St. St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 444-3580

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ARCADA THEATER

105 E. MAIN STREET ST. CHARLES, IL

BOX OFFICE: (630) 962-7000

Upcoming Shows at The Arcada Night Ranger With more than 17 Million albums sold worldwide, over 3500 live performances, and a radio audience that exceeds 1 Billion, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcend- ed the arena rock sound and style well beyond that era. With multiple songs that have significantly impacted popular culture, Night Ranger continue to expand their ever-growing fan-base. The band is proof that powerful songs, plus accomplished musicians is the perfect formula for continued success. FRIDAY, FEB 7 8:00 PM

The Stylistics During the early ‘70s, the band had 12 straight Top Ten hits, including “You Are Ev- erything,” “Betcha by Golly, Wow,” “I’m Stone in Love With You,” “Break Up to Make Up,” and “You Make Me Feel Brand New.” SATURDAY, FEB 8 8:00 PM

For tickets, call 630-962-7000 or visit www.oshows.com. FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Richard Marx – Acous- Firehouse With Steelheart tic Show This head banging band takes To this day, he is the only the stage to give you a long male artist in history to over due dose of metal. This have his first seven sin- October get pumped for a gles reach the Top 5 on night of wild rock n roll that the Billboard charts. will leave your ears ringing SUNDAY, FEB 9 for days to come. You’ll hear all of your favorites 7:00 PM like, “Don’t Treat Me Bad” and ”Love of a Life- time”. Get your tickets before they are all gone!

SATURDAY, FEB 15 8:00 PM St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Murder Lonestar Mystery Dinner Known for merging their $65 Ticket includes country roots with strong salad, prime rib, mixed melodies and rich vocals, vegetables, fingerling Lonestar, comprised of potatoes, red velvet Richie McDonald (lead vo- cake and show! Gratuity cals), Michael Britt (lead gui- is also included in the ticket price. tar & backing vocals), Keech Rainwater (drums), THURSDAY, FEB 13 and Dean Sams (keyboards & backing vocals), 8:00 PM has amassed RIAA-certified sales in excess of ten million album units since their national launch in 1995, and achieved ten #1 country hits including “No News,” “Come Crying To Me,” and their crossover smash “Amazed” (which was A Luther Van- also #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, the first record dross & Marvin since 1983’s “Islands in the Stream”, to top both Gaye Valentines charts). SUNDAY, FEB 16 Featuring Terry 5:00 PM Steele & Johnny Britt! Eric Johnson Classics: Past Terry Steele is a And Present Two-Time Grammy Eric Johnson has been travel- Awards Nominee ing on a prolific odyssey over / a Two-Time AS- the course of more than four CAP Award Winning Songwriter and has toured decades. Along the way, his internationally as a professional recording artist creations have encompassed ...with concert performances in Russia, Japan, repertoire that cross pollinate China, Germany, Brazil, Jamaica, Israel, England genres which include rock, blues, jazz, fusion, as well as the USA ... touching the hearts and soul, folk, new-age, classical and even country. souls of millions of people around the world! ... Inevitably E.J. says it best himself in sharing. “It FRIDAY, FEB 14 really boils down to the music and the song at 8:00 PM the end of the day,” he explains. “If it doesn’t have that it gets boring for me. The most im-

For tickets, call 630-962-7000 or visit www.oshows.com. FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 45 portant thing for me is to grow musically and make a more expansive and meaningful artistic Club Arcada statement with every new project.” Speakeasy: 10th FRIDAY, FEB 21 Annual St. Charles 8:00 PM Restaurant Week The Club Arcada Speak-

easy is participating in St. Charles Restaurant 9th Annual Windy Week yet again! Receive City Elvis Competition 20% off your total food bill when you show your The 9th annual compe- Restaurant Week Coupon from February 24-28. tition brings together Click for a link to more information. some of the most amaz- MONDAY, FEB 24 - FRIDAY, FEB 28 ing Elvis performers in ALL OF THE DAY the country! SATURDAY, FEB 22 7:00 PM

A Tribute To Van Morrison – The Irish Heartbeat A Tribute to the music of Van Morrison January 31st at 210Live in Highwood and February 23rd at The Arcada! As a small child in Belfast, future superstar Van Morrison used to love Josh Turner With Special Guest Emma listening to his father’s Hank Williams, Jimmie Rodgers, Muddy Waters, Mahalia Jackson and Borders Multi-platinum MCA Nashville recording art- Leadbelly records. He became a travelling musi- ist Josh Turner, is one of country music’s most cian at age 13 and formed “Them” in 1964 at 19. recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice From then on, it was simply impossible to cate- and distinctive style, Turner has sold more than gorize him in any traditional musical category. 12.5 million units, is a disciple of traditional You want pop? Gloria. Top 40? Domino. Iconic country music and one of the youngest mem- song played at every social function known to bers of the esteemed Grand Ole Opry. From man? Brown-Eyed Girl. But that merely scratch- his 2003 platinum-selling debut Long Black es the surface. His music has influenced artists Train to his most recent 2017 Billboard No. 1 like Elvis Costello, Bob Seger, Thin Lizzy, Bruce release, Deep South, Turner has garnered mul- Springsteen, Ray Lamontagne, Counting Crows, tiple GRAMMY, CMA, and ACM nominations. John Mellencamp, U-2, Rod Stewart, and Tom Turner’s hits include “Your Man,” “Why Don’t We Petty are a just few. Just Dance,” “Firecracker,” “Would You Go with SUNDAY, FEB 23 Me,” “All Over Me,” and “Time Is Love,” the most 5:00 PM played country song of 2012.

FRIDAY, FEB 28 8:00 PM

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Y&T Before Mötley Crüe, before RATT, even before there was a Metallica, Y&T was slogging away in sweaty rock clubs around America. When the band formed in the early 1970s, little did they know they would set the standard for hard rock bands that trailed. Many of the biggest acts of the ’80s became popular opening for headliners Y&T—and cut their teeth on the band, as evidenced by the Y&T mentions in tell-all books by acts such as Metallica and Mötley Crüe. SATURDAY, FEB 29 8:00 PM

Comedian Anthony Rodia Anthony is a 1st generation Italian-American Comedian born and raised in Westchester NY. He has always had a way of turning any situation into comedy! Using Social Media as his platform, Anthony has exploded onto the Comedy scene out of nowhere, making quite a name for himself and building a large fan base. He is known for his hilarious skits, song paro- dies, And his weekly “Road Rage Wednesday” using his popular character “Uncle Vinny” SUNDAY, MAR 1 5:00 PM

Arcada Theatre 105 E. Main Street St. Charles IL 60174

For tickets, call 630-962-7000 or visit www.oshows.com.

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 47 Andrew Grams to Leave Elgin Symphony Orchestra Conductor Post a+e at End of 2020/21 Season

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Following seven years with the Elgin Symphony to serve this great community well into the Orchestra, Andrew Grams will leave his post as future.” Music Director and Conductor at the end of the 2020/21 season. “We are deeply grateful for the considerable time, artistry and enthusiasm that Maestro “After enjoying the privilege of being the Elgin Grams has devoted to the ESO and to our Symphony Orchestra’s Music Director for seven community of supporters. His vibrant energy extraordinary seasons of music-making, I make and positive spirit will be missed by musicians this decision proud of the work we’ve done and audiences alike. The process to identify a to raise the level of the orchestra and all we worthy successor to this legacy, no easy task, is have achieved in making the connection to the already underway in the hands of a committee community it serves even stronger. Thanks to comprised of musicians, board members, these accomplishments, I have discovered in ESO staff and members of the greater Elgin myself a passion for teaching and sharing music community,” Erik Malmquist, Director of Artistic in different ways and I now seek to open time Planning & Operations. Grams will conduct the in my diary to allow me to pursue more of this opening and closing concerts for the 2020/21 kind of work.” seasons and the Music Director search will begin. Grams joined the Elgin Symphony in 2014 after an extensive international search. His In their 70th Anniversary Season, the Elgin charismatic conducting and easy accessibility Symphony Orchestra is unmatched for have made him a favorite of Elgin Symphony programming an entertaining, informative and audiences. A frequent traveler, Mr. Grams has relaxing cultural experience. The ESO has won worked extensively with orchestras abroad, Illinois Professional Orchestra of the Year an including the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, unprecedented four times - in 1988, 1999, 2005 Montreal Symphony Orchestra, Vancouver and 2016 - and works to create an enjoyable Symphony Orchestra, Orchestre National de entertainment experience that goes beyond France, Orchester der Beethovenhalle Bonn, the magnificent music performed by some of BBC Symphony Orchestra London, Sydney the best musicians in the region. The ESO is a Symphony, Melbourne and Adelaide Symphony world-class orchestra providing quality musical Orchestras, and the New Zealand Symphony explorations that are entertaining, hassle-free Orchestra. and conveniently located close to home in the western suburbs. Throughout his seven season tenure, audiences have seen Grams lead everything from Visit ElginSymphony.Org to learn more about traditional masterworks to holiday concert the ESO’s many activities in the community, sing-alongs and the best of John Williams. He read program notes, see the full season line up, will truly be missed by ESO staff, musicians, make a donation and find out how to sponsor a and patrons. Grams has a love for the city of program or series. “Like” the ESO on Facebook, Elgin as well as the orchestra. “Please know Instagram, and Twitter. that I am extremely grateful for having had . the opportunity to helm this fine orchestra. I sincerely hope to be able to assist in attracting music director candidates to continue the work I have begun. Of course I intend to maintain a close relationship with the ESO and to continue

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 49 STEEL MAGNOLIAS | This all- female a+e cast is directed by Stephanie Murphy

March 6-22, 2020 Fridays At 8Pm · Saturdays At 8Pm · Sundays At 3Pm

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 BrightSide Theatre, Naperville’s only PRODUCTION DETAILS: professional theatre performing in the historic Title: Steel Magnolias downtown district, continues their 9th Season Book: Robert Harling ––with Guilty Pleasure movie Steel Magnolias. Director: Stephanie Murphy Based on this play of a classic story of family, strength in women, and big southern hair, Location: it is the perfect way to celebrate the 30th Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall at North anniversary of Steel Magnolias. Central College, 31 S. Ellsworth Street, Naperville. IL 60540 Performing at the Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall at North Central College, 31 S. Ellsworth Dates: March 6-22, 2020 Street in Naperville from March 6-22. Tickets Press Performance/Opening: Friday, March 6 are on sale now at www.brightsidetheatre. at 8 pm com, or by phone at 630-447-TIXS (8497). The press performance is Friday, March 6th at Curtain Times: Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 8pm. 8pm & Sundays at 3pm

Within the walls of Truvy’s beauty shop, the Tickets: $30 Discounts: Students/Seniors$25. lives of six strong women increasingly hinge on the existence of one another. Together, Groups 10+ /$23-$25. Tickets are on sale they absorb the passing seasons, just like now at www.brightsidetheatre.com, by the weathered wooden structure of the phone 630-447-TIXS (8497) or the night of the salon “home” that they share. At times both performance at the box office at the Theatre laugh-out-loud funny and deeply touching, at Meiley-Swallow Hall at North Central Steel Magnolias reveals the strength of the College. human condition and our shared need for companionship. Fall in love with the kind- hearted group of gossipy Southern ladies in a small-town beauty parlor. Alternating between hilarious and touching, celebrate the story of those iconic and lovable characters of Chinquapin Parish, Louisiana.

A talented ensemble of actors makes up the Cast of Steel Magnolias:

Annelle --- Marie Claire Lyon Ouiser--- Kim White M’Lynn--- Lori Rohr Shelby ---- Alexandra Cross Truvy--- Gina Phillips Clairee--- Patty Kirin

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 51 Jazz Singer Alyssa Allgood Headlines First Saturday Night Concert at Baker a+e Community Center

Produced by Norris Cultural Arts Center

Norris Cultural Arts Center launches its first season of “Saturday Night Lights” concerts at the Baker Community Center, February 15, when it presents Chicago’s rising star in jazz vocals, Alyssa Allgood. She will perform with Ben Waltzer on the piano, Dennis Carroll on

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 bass, and Dana Hall on drums. Alyssa Allgood has gained attention for “her technical control and [the] Tickets are available at www. creative imagination of her work” norrisculturalarts.com, priced at $20 (Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune). She in advance. Tickets purchased at has been described as an “impressive the door will be priced at $25. Each bop-oriented singer” by DownBeat attendee will receive coupons for two Magazine and “an emerging talent of complimentary beverages. considerable strength” by The New York City Jazz Record. The Norris Cultural Arts Center for the first time in its 42-year history will Allgood was recently named “Best present events at a second St. Charles Jazz Entertainer” in the 2019 Chicago venue, the historic Baker Community Music Awards. Her performance Center. The Norris recently installed accolades include appearances at theatrical lighting and sound systems the world-famous Birdland Jazz Club in the Baker Center auditorium as in New York City, the Green Mill, the a gift to the community, upgrading Jazz Showcase and the Chicago Jazz the auditorium as a venue for Festival in Chicago, and the Jazz Estate professional concerts and other in Milwaukee. events. Baker Community Center The Chicago Tribune’s Howard Reich 101 S 2nd Street calls Alyssa Allgood “a fast-rising St. Charles, IL 60174 Chicago singer…(who) combines an unpretentious stage manner with a sophisticated jazz sensibility.”

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 53 Paramount Theatre’s World Premiere Musical The Secret Of My Success Debuts February a+e 12-March 29, 2020

Is success money? A powerful job? A happy marriage?

Join Paramount Theatre for its new, world premiere musical The Secret of My Success, a hilarious, heartfelt new romp about corporate culture, unbridled ambition, mistaken identity and making your own way in life.

Based on the 1987 Universal Pictures hit movie starring Michael J. Fox, Paramount’s The Secret of My Success is a wildly funny new musical with quite a résumé, ready to launch February 12-March 29, 2020 at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora.

Press opening is Friday, February 21 at 8 p.m.

What’s the secret behind Paramount’s The Secret of My Success? An A-list team of musical theater creators. The book is by Broadway veterans Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs. Music and lyrics are by Michael Mahler and Alan Schmuckler, the same duo behind such hit musicals as Diary of a Wimpy Kid and How Can You Run with a Shell on Your Back? Paramount New Works Development Director Amber Mark is choreographer.

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Paramount Theatre’s World Premiere Musical The Secret Of My Success Debuts February 12-March 29, 2020

Adapted from the classic ‘80s Michael For tickets and information, visit J. Fox movie, The Secret of My Success ParamountAurora.com, call is now being retold on the musical (630) 896-6666, or stop by the stage with big production numbers Paramount box office Monday through and a book that will have audiences Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Secret laughing all the way home. The of My Success is suggested for ages 10 musical has been under development and up due to light sexual content and with Paramount for three years as part adult language. Is success money? A powerful job? A happy marriage? of Paramount’s New Works Initiative. Now, with its clever story, comedic For patrons who are deaf or hard of Join Paramount Theatre for its new, world premiere musical The Secret of My Success, staging and an outstanding score hearing, The Secret of My Success a hilarious, heartfelt new romp about corporate culture, unbridled ambition, mistaken featuring catchy new songs, The Secret will be presented with live ASL identity and making your own way in life. of My Success is ready to impress. interpretation on Friday, March 27 at 8 p.m. Patrons can purchase Based on the 1987 Universal Pictures hit movie starring Michael J. Fox, Paramount’s The Be one of the first to see it. Previews $30 tickets with special seating for Secret of My Success is a wildly funny new musical with quite a résumé, ready to launch of The Secret of My Success start this performance with the code February 12-March 29, 2020 at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown February 12, 2020. Press opening ASLPARAMOUNT. Aurora. is Friday, February 21 at 8 p.m. Performances run through March Press opening is Friday, February 21 at 8 p.m. 29: Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Thursdays at 7 p.m.; Fridays What’s the secret behind Paramount’s The Secret of My Success? An A-list team of at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and musical theater creators. The book is by Broadway veterans Gordon Greenberg and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 1 p.m. and 5:30 Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs. Music and lyrics are by Michael Mahler and Alan p.m. Exception: No 1:30 p.m. matinee Schmuckler, the same duo behind such hit musicals as Diary of a Wimpy Kid and How Wednesday, February 12. Tickets are Can You Run with a Shell on Your Back? Paramount New Works Development Director $36 to $74. Amber Mark is choreographer.

FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 55 Water Street Studios Announces a+e Executive Director Transition

Water Street Studios, an award-winning nonprofit art center located in Batavia Illinois, announces the future departure of Executive Director Danielle Hollis with an anticipated transition date in June 2020. Danielle and Board President Jessica Breugelmans will be working hand-in-hand with the Board of Directors and staff during this period to ensure a smooth transition.

“On behalf of the Water Street Studios Board of Directors, I want to offer our sincere congratulations and best wishes to Dani on this exciting next step for her family and in her career. Having worked closely with Dani, I was lucky enough to see first-hand her enthusiasm, hard work and commitment to our mission of supporting the arts in the Fox Valley region and beyond.” - Jessica Breugelmans, Board President

Thanks to Danielle’s leadership and the hard work of an amazing staff and dedicated volunteers, Water Street Studios is stronger than ever. During her tenure, Water Street Studios has grown from a $200,000 volunteer-driven organization to a $450,000 award-winning art center with 4 full-time employees, 6 part-time instructors, and 20+ volunteers. Most recently, in celebration of their 10th Anniversary, ten public-art murals were announced to help 10 leading nonprofits market their programs and services to those in need while supporting artists, promoting the arts and helping to make downtown Batavia a more beautiful place to visit.

“It is with an enormous amount of gratitude and sense of fulfillment that I announce my departure as Executive Director of Water Street Studios. Over the past four and a half years it has been an honor to hold collaboration over competition and to pARTner with so many incredible individuals, artists, businesses and organizations devoted to building a more vibrant community together.

When I reflect upon my leadership at Water Street Studios, I realize how much I have learned from the people that make up this ever-growing community. I want to thank each and every person that walks through, supports, and participates in Water Street Studios. Because of you, we are able to cultivate a sense of place that attracts the best and welcomes all. I will continue to support Water Street Studios and cannot wait to see what the next decade brings.” - Danielle Hollis, Executive Director

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FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 59 CHICAGOLAND 2020 SPRING BREAK travel STAYCATIONS, Wellness Weekends & Road Trip Destinations For Families, Couples & Individuals

As airfares continue to rise, many families and couples are opting to stay local or take short road trips (less than 4hrs) for their spring getaways. Some great local destinations, activities and short, road trip getaways include:

Western Suburbs: Eaglewood Resort and Spa, Itasca, IL WHEN: Available March and April WEBSITE: www.eaglewoodresort.com WHAT: Spring Break, Spring Fling Family Getaway and Activities Spring will be in full bloom at Eaglewood Resort and Spa this spring break, with an array of events and activities for families to add to their vacation itineraries. Pint-sized guests and their parents can participate in two hours of cosmic bowling at the onsite Kelger’s Bowling Alley, complete with a pitcher of soda and one large pizza, complimentary arts and crafts projects and families activities; unlim- ited access to the resort’s heated indoor pool, hot tub, expansive fitness center, sauna and steam room; and a round of golf, or two, at the onsite golf simulator. Parents can also take advantage of the luxurious onsite day spa, offering a variety of services, including massages, facials, body wraps, hair and nail care, and

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 more. Learn more about Eaglewood Resort’s packages start at $358. Guests can either stay spring break and other seasonal offerings, in a classic Inn or in one of Eagle Ridge’s many here. on-site homes and villas which accommodate two to 10+ people. Throughout the weekend, guests may attend as many workshops, and North Shore / Lake County: Lincoln- workouts as they like, choose to book spa ser- shire Marriott Resort, Lincolnshire, IL vices or simply enjoy time with friends. Learn WHEN: Available April 3 to May 30, 2020 more about Eagle Ridge Resort’s Wellness WEBSITE: www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ Weekend, here. chiln-lincolnshire-marriott-resort WHAT: Adult Spring Break Weekend Escape Lincolnshire Marriott Resort’s Spring Break Road Trip From the City: Eagle Ridge Weekend Escape package is perfect for Chi- Resort and Spa, Galena, Ill cagoland and visiting couples to decompress WHEN: March 1 to April 30, 2020 and reconnect. The resort’s special package WEBSITE: www.eagleridge.com includes deluxe guest room accommodations WHAT: Honoring Teachers and Their Fami- for two, breakfast buffet for two at Three Em- lies bers restaurant, a $25 resort credit (that can Spring break isn’t just for kids. For the sixth be applied at Three Embers, Wright’s Brew & year in a row, Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa (Ea- Bistro, The Spa at Lincolnshire, and more), a gle Ridge) extends special overnight packages complimentary bottle of wine while dining at and rates just for teachers. Starting Mar. 1 and Three Embers or Wright’s Brew & Bistro, and continuing through Apr. 30, 2020, Eagle Ridge early check-in at 12:00 p.m. and late check-out is offering all teachers a special rate of $89 per at 2:00 p.m. Lincolnshire Marriott Resort also night, regardless of the day or length of stay. has a superb onsite spa, that offers incredible The resort is also offering special rates and services and a relaxing environment for cou- packages to all spring break families through- ples and individuals to unwind and enjoy their out the months of March and April. The re- weekend escape. More information about sort’s relaxing onsite spa, Stonedrift, also has Lincolnshire Marriott’s spring break and addi- seasonal specials for couples of and individ- tional offerings can be found, here. uals to take advantage of. Road-trippers can learn more about Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa’s many amenities and how to make the most of Wellness Weekend Getaway: Eagle their spring break get away, here. Ridge Resort and Spa, Galena, Ill WHEN: Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22 WEBSITE: www.eagleridge.com WHAT: Wellness Weekend with Celebrity Host, Stephanie Mansour of Step It Up with Step This spring is an opportunity for women to reset and refocus their wellness goals (what- ever that means to them!) – whether in fitness classes, spa services, relaxing with friends, or getting personal wellness advice from a variety of experts. From March 20 – 22, 2020, Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa hosts an exclusive weekend with Stephanie Mansour of “Step It Up with Steph,” airing nationwide on PBS stations across the nation. Focusing on health and self- care for the mind body and spirit, weekend

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Irish Whiskey Tasting & Dinner at McNally’s Irish Pub

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Another Stay at Harrison House Bed & Breakfast in Naperville

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Naperville Humane Society

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Shakou Restaurant in Naperville

FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / FEBRUARY 2020 Visit to Up North Ale House in Naperville

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