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January 2018

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January 2018

Features

Top Shelf

The best in local libraries: Opening the book into a world of distinctive collections, imaginative children’s programs and a trove of community resources

Jay Copp

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MoreGetaways

Escape to Michigan's Art Coast

Sun, sand, summer festivities and a hip arts scene in Saugatuck, Douglas & South Haven

A Weekend Getaway to Oshkosh, the Fox Cities and Green Bay

Come for the air show then stay for the shopping, scenic vistas and summertime fun . . . and maybe even check out the training camp and stadium of the Bears archrivals

Candice Wagener

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Perspectives

More Editor's Note
	Cultivating a Lifelong Appreciation of Books Chuck Cozette
More Last Word
	Words of Wisdom from Mom Seven memorable lessons to live by that are still applicable today Michele Weldon
More Look to the Western Sky
	Singing Their Way to Success How persistence and a YouTube upload of a college video led to an unexpected career Joni Hirsch Blackman

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Local Authors
	January 2018 Local Authors Anne Knudsen
Q&A
	Q&A with Peter Rahal Glen Ellyn entrepreneur raises the bar on good-for-you treats — to $600 million Anne Knudsen

Local Authors

Q&A

Q&A with Peter Rahal

Glen Ellyn entrepreneur raises the bar on good-for-you treats — to $600 million

Anne Knudsen

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MoreHome & Garden

Beauty & The Bath

Get inspired by three remodeling projects that illustrate the impact of a well designed master bath

Lisa Sloan

City Dwelling in the Suburbs

A plethora of new apartment and condo developments are turning local downtowns into popular places to live for millennials and empty nesters alike

Lisa Sloan

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MoreHealth & Wellness

Is an Annual Check-up Really That Necessary?

The benefits involve more than just the immediate test results, regular health exams also help facilitate a positive long term physician/patient relationship

Sara Pearsaul Vice

Achoo! Coping with Winter Colds and Flu

And how to tell them apart

Sara Pearsaul Vice

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MoreTown Focus

The county seat of Kendall County, the fastest growing county in the country in the 2000s, this Fox River town maintains much of its rural and historic charm, while also featuring a variety of outdoor activities and a growing range of dining and entertainment options.

Lynn Petrak

Bartlett Town Focus

Though spread out over 16 square miles and parts of three counties, this growing village maintains its small town sense of community spirit and involvement

Lynn Petrak

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Dining

More Dining Teaser
	Beatrix Anne Knudsen
	Allegory Heartland bounty with true farm-to-table flair in Naperville Lynn Petrak
More New Restaurant Openings
	Beatrix Anne Knudsen
	Seoul Taco St. Louis based chain brings fast-casual Korean-Mex fusion to Naperville Anne Knudsen
More Restaurant Reviews
	Allegory Heartland bounty with true farm-to-table flair in Naperville Lynn Petrak
	MingHin Cuisine Chinatown west — a destination for dim sum and authentic Cantonese fare in Naperville Lynn Petrak
More Cheers Wine Column
	Cabernet Sauvignon The “King of Reds” can be found in a variety of forms and iterations Buzz Brandt
	Vintage Champagne From "Devil's Wine" to Festive Cheer Buzz Brandt
More What's Brewing
	History by the Pint Local breweries tap into the area’s past Mathew Powers
	Beer Renaissance There’s never been a better time to be a beer lover in the western suburbs Mathew Powers