August 2010 Community Events – Naperville – Complete Listing Here
August 2010 Community Events – Wheaton/Glen Ellyn – Complete Listing Here
Glancer Magazine Sponsored Events
Each year, Glancer Magazine participates in several community events to show our appreciation and support for local organizations. Find out what we've been up to around town in 2010 and get information on upcoming events sponsored by Glancer Magazine. In addition to sponsoring countless local events each year, we also host our own themed fundraising events in support of area organizations called “Twenty for Charity.”
Please Join Us...
 August 28th - "Kiss Summer Goodbye" Party at Potter's Place with Entertainment by Love & Money
Win Cool Prizes... Dance & Get Glanced... Sip $5 Glanceritas!
You're invited to "Kiss Summer Goodbye" with Naperville's
hottest magazine on the most exciting patio in town at Potter's Place.
Live entertainment will be provided by the best band in the western suburbs, Love & Money. Saturday, August 28,
8pm-11pm, Potter's Place, downtown Naperville. Get there early to get a seat, we expect this one to be jam packed!
Cash bar with a $5 Glancerita special, prizes & more!
Must be 21 & older. No cover charge. Rain or shine. Band starts at 9pm. Dress tropical to win...we hope to see you there! No RSVP necessary. Just show up and get ready to do the limbo rock!
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 October 1st - 630 Fashion Show by Two K Productions to Benefit NCO Youth & Family Services
Join Us for an Event to Remember on October 1, 2010 at Hotel Arista to Benefit NCO Youth & Family Services Fashion Week Naperville 2009 exceeded their expectations! They doubled their contributions to four local not-for-profit organizations, increased event attendance by 40%, and raised awareness for Naperville businesses. This year, Two K Productions is making some exciting changes in their ongoing efforts to captivate and inspire their audience to successfully fundraise. They have moved away from the multiple event format, and have chosen to focus on their most well attended and anticipated event, the Fashion Show. The new name of their event is 630 Fashion Show benefitting NCO Youth & Family Services, being held October 1, 2010 at the Hotel Arista. Featuring top Chicago Fashion Designers Elda de la Rosa, Horacio Nieto, Anna Hovet and A’sia by Fab Studio, Two K Productions delivers the Chicago Fashion Community to you! Intoducing our Naperville talent Krizanne Kay Couture Knits and Rupali Iyengar’s Purple Leaf Collection. Also showcasing clothing and handbags from Lillian’s Shoppe, furs from a la Mode, and jewels from BK Jewelry. **Don’t miss the ladies of the NCO Board making their runway debut during our finale segment! For inquiries for sponsorship please contact Kristen at (630) 518-6947. Click on www.ncoyouth.org to get your tickets now! Your $75 ticket includes 2 Complimentary Cocktails, Hors D’euves and Gift Bags full of luxurious items. Also, visit www.630fashionshow.com for more details.
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 NEW GOAL: 2,000 "Likes" on Our Facebook Page
We're at 1,800 or So! Help Us Get To 2,000
So far we have over 1,850 fans but we would love more. Many residents do not know we are on facebook, posting the greatest photos and the hottest community events, news & views...all week long. We hope you will share our fan page by clicking "Suggest to Friends." Once we hit 2,000 "likes" (aka fans) we will have an amazing prize to give away to one lucky fan. Spread the news and thank you for helping us reach our goal.
Past Events...
 2010 Reader's Choice Summer Celebration
A Special Celebration Honoring the 50 Winners of 2010
2010 Glancer Magazine clients, fans and VIPs joined us for an unforgettable evening to celebrate the 2010 Reader's Choice Award Winners and also the 2010 Reader of the Year. Guests enjoyed meeting and mingling with local VIPs and so much more! Special thanks to Jilly's Piano Bar for hosting this event. We hope to see you all again in 2011 to celebrate next year's winners. Voting will start in January. View a complete list of 2010 Reader's Choice winners online at http://www.glancermagazine.com/readers_choice_2010Winners.html
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 2010 Short Story Contest
Calling All Writers! Winning Story to Published in the August Issue
Aspiring authors and published/unpublished writers should submit your SHORT STORY for the 2010 Short Story Contest (1,000 words max) to editorial@glancermagazine.com Winning author will be published in the August 2010 issue and will receive a $100 gift card to your local bookshop. Fiction or non-fi...ction accepted. 3 additional chosen stories will be published online with a brief story description highlighted in the August issue. Deadline 7-7-10
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 "Beautiful Gifts" Community Baby Shower
In Support of Teen Parent Connection - May 2010
Glancer Magazine and Champagne!INC hosted Beautiful Gifts, a unique community baby shower benefitting new teen moms & teen moms-to-be who need our support. Readers of Glancer Magazine were encouraged to donate gifts of diapers, formula or educational toys during the month of May to benefit Teen Parent Connection, a local support agency serving adolescent parents. For a list of Naperville, Wheaton and Glen Ellyn retail “drop off” locations that participated visit www.champagne-event.com. Donations were acknowledged with one drawing ticket per donor for an overnight stay for two, including dinner at Citygate Grille, courtesy of Hotel Arista. This community baby shower was in the spirit of Mother’s Day and also in celebration of Glancer Magazine’s Publisher, Lindy Kleivo who delivered a baby girl on May 5, 2010 at Delnor Community Hospital in Geneva.
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 Naperville Area Humane Society Virtual Adopt-A-Thon
Held Winter 2009
As you may know, in early 2010, Naperville Area Humane Society put Lindy Kleivo, Glancer Magazine’s Founder/Publisher (along with many more lovable locals) up for adoption - "virtual adoption," that is! Together, the lovable locals raised more than $14,000 for the Humane Society. To all of you who donated, thank you! Your support means the world to Lindy and Glancer Magazine, and more importantly all our local pets. Naperville Area Humane Society shelters many wonderful cats and dogs each year, and sponsors multiple educational and entertaining "people" programs and services, as well. Take some time to tour their web site and you'll see what a great organization NAHS is. 100% of all virtual adoption fees raised will benefit NAHS. www.napervilleareahumanesociety.org
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 Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare Society's 26th Annual Housewalk
Friday, May 7, 2010
This was a great annual event on Mother's Day Weekend. Participants viewed goregous, memorable homes throughout the community of Glen Ellyn. The event took place from 10am-2pm and 5-9pm. All proceeds from the Housewalk were donated to benefit children in need in our community and the agencies that serve them. For more information, please call (630) 545-0838.
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 Zaidi’s Celebrity Bartender Night Benefitting Little Friends Inc.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 5:30 pm
On Wednesday, April 28th residents will again gather at Zaidi’s Restaurant for an evening to remember. The second annual celebrity bartender event will include Glancer Magazine Fashion & Style Correspondent Lisa Gangi and Naperville Park District Executive Director Ray McGury along with Minuteman Press Owner Ray Kinney and Naperville Jaycees President Courtney Brown. They will be the STARS of the evening serving up martinis and cocktails to help benefit Little Friends Inc. All tips generated during the Celebrity Bartender event, as well as 20 percent of Z Bar food sales, will go towards the programs of Little Friends, Inc. Also, Tanya & Don Lysacek, STAR PARENTS of Naperville's Evan Lysacek will be there to "Meet & Greet" guests. The evening will be one to remember forever!
About Little Friend’s Inc.: Little Friends, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Based in Naperville, Illinois, Little Friends, Inc. operates 13 programs including three alternative schools, family support and consultation services, vocational training programs, community-based residential services and the Little Friends Center for Autism. For more information, visit www.littlefriendsinc.org
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 Glancer Magazine Gave 2 Tickets to a DWTS Viewing Party at Raffi's in Support of Stephanie Joseph Memorial Fund
Two Lucky Residents Won Tickets to Monday Night's "Dancing with the Stars" Viewing Party Where VIP Seats to the See the Show Live Were Auctioned Off A premiere viewing for Week Six of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" 2010 featuring Naperville's Olympic gold medal-winning Evan Lysacek and his partner, Anna Trebunskaya, will be held on Monday, April 26 to benefit the Stephanie Joseph Memorial Fund. Evan's parents, Tanya and Don Lysacek will be in attendance. There will also be a Silent Auction featuring a variety of exclusive items including two (2) VIP tickets to the May 3 live viewing of ABC's "Dancing With The Stars". The tickets will give the lucky winner a seat in the front two rows and a first -hand look of the fun, excitement and drama of the competition. Airfare and accommodations are not included. The Week Six "Dancing With The Stars" 2010 viewing will be on Monday, April 26 at Raffi's on Fifth from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The event will also feature dance performances by Sharon Parker and Terry Zeeman, dance lessons and entertainment throughout the evening. There will be a silent auction featuring Evan, Anna, and "Dancing With The Stars" memorabilia, tickets to Smucker's Stars On Ice, sports tickets and many other items. All proceeds go to the Stephanie Joseph Memorial Fund, a charity in memory of Naperville resident Stephanie Joseph, a friend and fellow skater of Evan Lysacek, who lost her battle with cancer in 2008. The Fund benefits organizations affiliated with childhood cancers and provides education grants. Glancer Magazine is giving away 2 tickets to the April 26 event as a facebook promotion. Tickets are $25 which includes one drink ticket, appetizers from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm , a special half-price dinner menu and cash bar. Seating is limited. Win event tickets at www.facebook.com/glancermagazine or purchase tickets at www.stephaniejoseph.org.
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 We Gave Away 2 Cubs Home Opener Seats to Game 2!
The Biggest Fan in Town
WIN AMAZING SEATS TO CUBS GAME 2 OPENER AGAINST THE MILWAUKEE BREWERS JUST FOR BEING THE BIGGEST FAN IN TOWN! Send 50 words to promotions@glancermagazine.com telling us why you should win these tickets by this Friday, April 9 at 5pm. The game is on Wednesday, April 14 @ 1:20pm when the Chicago Cubs take on the Brewers ...at Wrigley Field.
WINNERS WILL BE SELECTED AT RANDOM FROM LIST OF ENTRIES Beautiful seats located in section 105-row 15. Just another way of saying “thanks” for being a fan of Glancer Magazine’s facebook fan page*. Spread the word and tell your friends to become a fan today.
*Must be a fan of Glancer Magazine’s facebook fan page to qualify. No purchase necessary to win. Glancer Magazine reserves all rights. Promotion brought to you by Glancer Magazine, Inc. Winner will be notified by email. Tickets will be sent overnight to winning facebook fan.
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 KidsMatter Student Job Fair
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
All high school and college students in the community were invited to attend the annual KidsMatter Student Job Fair to meet potential employers, fill out job applications, speak with representatives from OSHA, members of the business community, and enjoy a workshop or two. Supported by the NapervilleArea Chamber of Commerce, this fair featured Help Stations & Workshops to prepare youth for job interviews and employment experiences. This year's job fair was held at North Central College's Merner Field House. Glancer Magazine was a proud sponsor of this event. For more information, visit www.kidsmatter2us.org
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 Litttle Friends Inc. 34th Annual Bids For Kids Benefit Auction
Held Saturday, March 6, 2010
Little Friends, Inc. hosted its 34th Annual Bids for Kids Benefit Auction on Saturday, March 6, at the Hilton Lisle-Naperville, 3003 Corporate West Drive. This year’s auction theme celebrated the glitz and glamour of Tinseltown. Guests strolled along the red carpet and toasted the Academy Awards while gazing into the stars above the Hollywood hills, all while raising funds for children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities served by Little Friends, Inc. Guests also enjoyed cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles and more! For more information, call Little Friends Inc at (630) 355-6533 or visit www.littlefriendsinc.org
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 Special Custom Mystery Event -
Optimal Level is Celebrating 10 Years!
Held Friday, March 5, 2010
Residents gathered to help celebrate Optimal Level's 10th Anniversary at this Custom MYSTERY EVENT where guests were given the opportunity to network with some of the finest business people in the area! Much like a live, interactive version of the board game "Clue," teams of Detectives traveled to each location in 5th Avenue to make assumptions to the actual Suspects about who committed the crime, from which location it occurred, and what his/her motive was. This event took place at Raffi's On 5th, located in the historic 5th Avenue Station. Glancer Magazine was a proud sponsor of thsi event. For more information, call (630) 881-1594. To purchase tickets, e-mail: linda@optimallevel.com
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 An Evening for Haiti
Held Monday, February 15, 2010
On Monday, February 15th, 2010, residents gathered at Walker's Charhouse for an evening of fellowship and fun! A minimum of a $20 donation included: tastes from some of some favorite Naperville restaurants as well as a presentation by a special guest speaker from Haiti and wonderful local entertainment by Lisa McClowly and Tom Linsk. Participating sponsors included: Glancer Magazine, Rosebud, Potter's Place, The Lantern, Heaven on Seven, Jet's Pizza, Succulent Seafood, Distinctive Cork, Casey's Foods, Trader Joe's, Tangerine, Blackfinn, Zazu's Spa & Salon, Front Street Cantina, Bauble's By Maclyn, Minuteman Press, Jimmy's Grill, Colbert Framing, Starville Inc., Colonial Cafe and many more! This event was hosted by Jackie Muller and the staff at Walker's. For more information, call (630) 637-9688.
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 Naperville Jaycees Mardi Gras Charity Ball
Held Saturday, February 6, 2010
Residents gathered for a cause and joined the Naperville Jaycees for the Mardi Gras Charity Ball, on February 6 at Northern Illinois University’s Naperville campus, located at 1120 E. Diehl Road. The event included dinner, drinks, live entertainment and live and silent auctions. Proceeds from the silent auction benefitted Almost Home Kids, a not-for-profit organization with the mission of enhancing the lives of children facing serious and ongoing medical challenges. Participating sponsors included: Arbor Vitae Cafe, Glancer Magazine, Sullivan's Steakhouse, Minuteman Press, NIU Outreach Centers, Advanced Health of Naperville, Interpro, 95.9 The River and the Naperville Sun. www.naperjaycees.org.
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 Zaidi's Around the World Cocktail Party
Benefitting Little Friends Inc.
Held Thursday, January 28, 2010
Residents came to experience the distinctive flavors of the East and the West at the Little Friends, Inc. unique cocktail party, held Thursday, January 28, at Zaidi's Steak Sushi Seafood. Located at 1975 Springbrook Square Drive, Zaidi's combines straight forward elegance with local cosmopolitan flair and uptown sex appeal. This exceptional dining experience made guest's taste buds come alive as they enjoyed Zaidi's signature creations from across the globe, including Spanish Cuisine with a touch of Mediterranean flair, Latin Oceanier Tapas, Wild Fire Sushi and the finest French desserts. Proceeds from the evening benefitted the programs of Little Friends, Inc. (630) 281-1826. www.littlefriendsinc.org
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 Shinto’s Snazzy Anniversary Bash!
Held Saturday, January 23, 2010
Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar turned one-year-old! They celebrated in style by offering live music, drink specials and guest appearances by celebrity hibachi chefs and bartenders including: Naperville's own Mayor Pradel, Fox Chicago's David Novarro, Naperville Magazine's Leah Rippe, Lindy Kleivo from Glancer Magazine, Dr. LaVacca and Dr. Ibrahim! The Womack Brothers Family Band performed live at the event as well. Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar offers the finest fare, hot hibachi, succulent sushi and creative cocktails. Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, 1778 N. Aurora Rd. Ste 108, Naperville. www.shintoexperience.com
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 Third Annual It's Still All About Me! Ladies Night
Held Thursday, December 10, 2009
For the third year in a row, Innovative Orthodontic Centers and Naperville Dental Specialists hosted 'It's Still All About Me Ladies Night', a special evening where all the local ladies could enjoy appetizers, drinks, shopping, beauty secrets, special discounts and more! Participating local businesses included: Shinto Japanese Steakhouse, Tasting DeVine, Zano Salons, Glancer Magazine, Le Frou Frou, Impressioni, Sullivan's Steakhouse and many more! This event is FREE admission and was held at the Promenade Building in downtown Naperville, 55 S. Main Street. For more information, contact Cindy Young of Naperville Dental Specialists at (630) 848-2010.
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 Paul Joseph Salon & Spa Holiday Hair Event
Held Friday, November 13, 2009
Residents were invited to Paul Joseph Salon & Spa on Friday, November 13th for HOLIDAY HAIR with AVEDA and Pureology. Guests enjoyed a wine tasting by Peterson’s Wine Cellars and hors d’oeuvres from Old Town Pizza and Dolce Amore while benefiting from Style and Shape Consultations and Skin Analysis. The first 200 participants received fabulous gift bags including travel size Aveda products. Guests also received 30% off a service booked during the event and had the chance to be the lucky winners of great raffles. Sponsors of the event also included Newstar jewelers, Dupage Plastic Surgery & Dick Cook Athletic Club. 2960 Artesian Road, Naperville. (630) 696-4700.
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 Holiday Preview Party at the Danada House!
Held Tuesday, November 3, 2009
True Cuisine Catering and downtown Wheaton’s most successful businesses invited residents for an evening of food, decorating inspiration, holiday fashion and gift ideas…all for a good cause! Guests kicked off their holiday season at The Danada House where spectacular “idea” tables inspired everything from your tablescape to your cocktail dress! Tickets $25 with 10% of proceeds donated to Peoples Resource Center!For more information, email jean@truecuisine.com.
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 Fashion Week Naperville 2009
Held October 12-16, 2009
Once again this year, Glancer Magazine was one of the many local businesses to sponsor Fashion Week Naperville. This year’s week-long fashion event which included a top model search, "How to be the best in the Biz" Seminar, a fashion in the home event and a culminating grand finale runway show was held October 12-16, 2009. For more information, visit www.fashionweeknaperville.com
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 Volley For The Cure
Held Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Glancer Magazine auctiones off a “YOU’VE BEEN GLANCED Super Star Package” at Volley for a Cure, a charitable sporting event held on October 6, 2009 at Naperville Central High School in support of the fight against breast cancer. The NCHS girls volleyball team partnered with Wheaton Warrenville South to raise money for the cause. Tickets to the game were $10 and breast cancer survivors are free. There was a silent auction available and other fun activities. The “YOU’VE BEEN GLANCED Super Star Package” included a full feature story in the December 2009 yearbook issue written by a talented member of TEAM Glancer, complete with a photo shoot, 50 souvenir copies, a black magic marker for autograph signing and a framed keepsake. This fun & exciting silent auction item will make someone’s day in a variety of ways. The highest bidder had the option to pay it forward and donate it to a charitable organization, use it to highlight a business that is really awesome, or even put a shout out to someone they love as a surprise for an anniversary, birthday, or even wedding proposal. Whatever the reason, more than 108,000 readers can’t wait to read about it in Naperville and Wheaton/Glen Ellyn this December. 100% of the event proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
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 Oktoberfest 2009
Held October 2-3, 2009
On October 2-3rd, Naperville was celebrating German heritage! Residents out on their lederhosens and joined in the fun when Oktoberfest came to the Naper Settlement. Guests enjoyed live music as well as authentic German cuisine during this new event that was a fundraiser for the Naperville Heritage Society. www.napersettlement.museum.
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 "Twenty For Charity" Event Celebrating Jackie O at The Morton Arboretum
Held Saturday September 26, 2009
Fall Is A Time To Celebrate Our Community, Giving Back Together. On Saturday, September 26th, residents enjoyed a day at the Morton Arboretum as staff entertained the mind and exercised the legs with a theater-hike and wine tasting, all in one. Participants reveled in a deliriously affectionate satire about the life and legacy of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in the playful Broadway comedy, Jackie: An American Life, followed by a wine tasting where guests could meet & mingle with other guests. Event proceeds benefitted the Morton Arboretum’s efforts to plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world. This event was sponsored by Belgio’s Catering. For more information, visit www.mortonarb.org
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 Lupus Foundation of America, Illinois
Chapter to Host Fourth Annual Walk in Downtown Naperville
Held Saturday, September 26, 2009
The Lupus Foundation of America, Illinois Chapter (LFAI) hosted its fourth annual lupus awareness walk in the western suburbs this September. The Walk for Lupus Now was held on Saturday, September 26, along the Riverwalk in downtown Naperville. Designed to raise awareness about lupus, a chronic and life-threatening autoimmune disease, funds raised from this event supported research initiatives, education and advocacy efforts and patient services for individuals with lupus across the state of Illinois. Over the past nine years, Walk for Lupus Now events in Illinois have raised more than $1 million to support individuals affected by this life-altering disease. For more information, visit www.lupuswalks2009.com
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 Naperville’s Last Fling
Held September 4-7, 2009
This annual Naperville event sponsored by the Naperville Jaycees will be held this year over Labor Day Weekend – September 4-7th in downtown Naperville. Just like in 2008, Glancer Magazine will again be one of the many local businesses sponsoring this fantastic event. From carnival rides and beer gardens to liver entertainment and all kinds of food vendors, Last Fling is certainly a must-attend event. For a listing of this year’s schedule musical performers as well as a listing of special event information, check www.lastfling.org
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 Rockin' for the Troops 2009 - Sponsored by Operation
Support Our Troops-Illinois
Held Saturday, July 18, 2009
Featuring Gary Sinise and the Lt.Dan Band plus special performances by the Eagles Tribute Band, Heartache Tonight, founding memeber of the Byrds, Chris Hillman and Momsense Comedian Anita Renfroe. Now in its fourth year, "Rockin' for the Troops," has become one of the areas premier outdoor summer events. Rockin' has been a sell out for the past three years. The 4th Annual Rockin' for the Troops will be held Saturday, July 18th at Cantigny Park in Wheaton. For more information, visit www.osotil.org
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 2009 Glen Ellyn Jazz Fest
Held Saturday, July 11, 2009
Local area residents experienced live jazz in a festival setting that featured renowned Chicago artists. The third annual Glen Ellyn Jazz Festival was held on Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 3 to 10 p.m. Jazz Fest Glen Ellyn was created to present a unique and entertaining musical event for its participants. This was the ultimate outdoor jazz experience, and featured top-class Chicago jazz musicians, the Hursthouse "Jazz Garden", and a gourmet menu with beer and wine. Presenters of the event included: 90.9fm WDCB Public Radio From College of DuPage, the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at College of DuPage, Karnes Prickett Design, and the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce. For more information about this event, visit www.jazzfestglenellyn.org.
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 Radiance Medspa & Laser Skincare Summer Open House
Held Thursday, June 25, 2009
Residents stopped nu Radiance Medspa for their Summer Open House on Thursday, June 25. Not only were there great discounts on products and services, but guests could also schedule their own complimentary digital complexion analysis valued at $125. The first 20 clients to schedule a Botox treatment received a free Latisse kit, for thicker, longer, and darker eyelashes, valued at $120! This event was held from 3:00 to 6:30pm. Women enjoyed makeup applications, sample services, and had the chance to win great raffle prizes. Everyone also received a bag full of goodies including a $25 Radiance Medspa gift certificate!
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 Paul Joseph Salon Spa Welcomes Aveda
Held Friday, June 19, 2009
Glancer Magazine was a proud sponsor of the Paul Joseph Salon Spa Welcomes AVEDA event held Friday, June 19th. Guests enjoyed a wine tasting by Peterson's Wine Cellars and hors d'oeuvres from Old Town Pizza and Dolce Amore while benefiting from Style and Shape Consultations and Skin Analysis. Those who called ahead, received a COMPLEMENTARY BROW WAX and the first 200 participants received fabulous GIFT BAGS including travel size AVEDA products. This event took place from 5-9 p.m. at Paul Joseph Salon Spa located at the intersection of Route 59 and 83rd. 2960 Artesian Road. For more information, call (630) 696-4700.
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 City Soiree to Help Support The Naperville Cultural Center
Held Thursday, May 28, 2009
On May 28th, residents came out to show their support for the Naperville Cultural Center at the 2009 Networking for a Cause event! It is because of the wonderful students, supporters and teachers that Naperville Cultural Center exists! It was a time to come out and show you care and celebrate with friends! Everyone is working tremendous amounts to create a great cultural center for everyone; so that future generations will be able to learn about their cultural heritage through art and foreign language, through chess games and theater! Activities on May 28th Included: Great Raffle give-aways and a Small Business Expo Featuring PARTY HOST: Naperville Dental Specialists and Innovative Orthodontic Center, Glancer Magazine, Creating Your Style, Le Frou Frou, American Solutions for Business, Hotel Arista and Tastefully Simple. Refreshments, appetizers and entertainment will also be provided. So, mark your calendars today! Event took place from 5 to 9 p.m. at 55 S. Main Street #211, Naperville. For more information on this event, contact Cindy Young at (630) 848-2010. For more information about the Naperville Cultural Center, visit www.naperculture.org.
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 25th Annual Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare Society Housewalk
Held Friday, May 8, 2009
Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare is a society of women who have made a commitment to the well being of Glen Ellyn’s children. Through its community service projects and fund-raising efforts, this society serves as an integral link between children in need and the community. Glancer Magazine will be particiapting in the organization's annual housewalk to be held May 8th, 2009. All proceeds from this event will be donated to benefit children in need or crisis in the community and the agencies that serve them. For more information, contact Laura Eskilson at (630) 464-5872 or visit www.glenellyninfantwelfare.org.
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 Celebrity Bartender Night at Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Sullivan’s Gives Back by Supporting the Cultural Center
Held Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Sullivan’s Steakhouse, located at 244 S. Main Street in Naperville, hosted a Celebrity Bartenders Night on Tuesday, May 12th beginning at 6 p.m. This evening of fun and revelry in Sullivan’s lounge benefitted the programs at the Naperville Cultural Center located in downtown Naperville. Celebrity bartenders for the evening included Michelle LeBlanc of the Naperville Cultural Center and new columnist for Glancer Magazine, Kristy Brezinsky of Two K Productions, Kristen Frederick of Two K Productions, Dolly McCarthy of NCTV, Lindy Kleivo of Glancer Magazine, Dr. LaVacca of Naperville Dental Specialists and Hilary Decent, freelance writer at the Naperville Sun, Glancer Magazine and Writer/Director of Holy Neuteronomy.
About The Naperville Cultural Center: The Naperville Cultural Center is located at 55 S. Main St. Ste 211, downtown Naperville in Illinois. It is a 501c3 Illinois Non Profit Corporation whose mission is to end discrimination, preserve cultural heritage, and promote peace through the arts. For more information, contact Michelle LeBlanc at (630) 404-7774 or by email at mel@naperculture.org or visit www.naperculture.org
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 Zaidi’s Celebrity Bartender Night Benefitting Little Friends Inc.
Held Wednesday, April 22, 2009
On Wednesday, April 22nd residents gathered at Zaidi’s Restaurant for an evening to remember. The theme of the night was celebrity bartenders – Naperville celebrities that is! Glancer Magazine founder/publisher Lindy Klevio and Naperville Park District Executive Director Ray McGury along with Minuteman Press Owner Ray Kinney and Naperville Sun News Editor Cynthia Goldberg, were the bartenders for the evening serving up martinis and cocktails to help benefit Little Friends Inc. All tips generated during the Celebrity Bartender event, as well as 20 percent of Z Bar food sales, went towards the programs of Little Friends, Inc.
About Little Friend’s Inc.: Little Friends, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Based in Naperville, Illinois, Little Friends, Inc. operates 13 programs including three alternative schools, family support and consultation services, vocational training programs, community-based residential services and the Little Friends Center for Autism. For more information, visit www.littlefriendsinc.org
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 33rd Annual Little Friend’s Inc.
Bids For Kids Auction Raised Nearly $90,000
Held March 7, 2009
An enthusiastic crowd of more than 350 area residents helped Little Friends, Inc. raise nearly $90,000 at its annual Bids for Kids Benefit Auction on Saturday, March 7, at the Hilton Lisle-Naperville. Proceeds from the annual event benefit children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities served by the Naperville-based agency. This year’s event celebrated the sights and sounds of one of the finest cities in the world – Chicago. Guests admired the city’s picturesque skyline and toasted Chicago’s historic landmarks while enjoying a unique and exciting “My Kind of Town” atmosphere. Festivities included cocktails, dinner, exciting live and silent auctions, raffles and entertainment. This year’s live auction netted nearly $60,000 as event-goers bid on original client artwork, trips to Puerto Rico and Disney World and authentic sports memorabilia. Premiere sponsors for this year’s auction included 95.9 The River, Casey’s Foods, Classic Party Rental, Mr. & Mrs. Tom Cole, Glancer Magazine, Matsock Insurance & Financial Services and the Naperville Jaycees.
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Naperville Area Humane Society Virtual Adopt-A-Thon
Held Winter 2009
As you may know, in early 2009, Naperville Area Humane Society put Lindy Kleivo, Glancer Magazine’s Founder/Publisher (along with many more lovable locals) up for adoption - "virtual adoption," that is! So far, Lindy has raised a total of $625! That’s amazing! To all of you who donated, thank you! Your support means the world to Lindy and Glancer Magazine, and more importantly all our local pets. Naperville Area Humane Society shelters many wonderful cats and dogs each year, and sponsors multiple educational and entertaining "people" programs and services, as well. Take some time to tour their web site and you'll see what a great organization NAHS is. 100% of all virtual adoption fees raised will benefit NAHS. www.napervilleareahumanesociety.org
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 Glancer Magazine, Together with Mayor Pradel, Recognizes the Heroes Behind the Heroes After Winning Live Auction Item
Held November 24, 2008
Glancer Magazine's Founding Publisher Lindy Kleivo welcomed "the heroes behind the heroes" during a tour of the Millenium Carillon followed by dinner at Meson Sabika with Mayor George A. Pradel. The event, a package offered by Mayor Pradel during a live auction at a benefit dinner for the Naperville Humane Society was purchased by Lindy and her husband John. Glancer Magazine's winning bid turned into an opportunity to recognize a few individuals who are passionate about the military. Guests included Deb Rickert, founder of Operation Support Our Troops and her husband Bill; Donna Morsovillo, volunteer coordinator of homecomings for local marines and soliders and her husband Jim; and proud military parents Eileen Kaefer and Dan Greenwood whose son is currently serving in Iraq. For more information on how you also can support the Naperville Humane Society, visit www.napervilleareahumanesociety.org and to help support our troops, visit www.osotil.org.
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Fashion Week Naperville 2008
Kicked off Monday, October 20, 2008
Everyone felt glamorous when the first annual Fashion Week Naperville kicked off on Monday, October 20th, 2008 at Raffi’s on Fifth. At the cocktail reception, guests were treated to a display of fashion history, including vintage gowns donated by Marilyn Piazza of Naperville. While enjoying appetizers and sounds of the Naperville Chorus Chamber Singers, fashion enthusiasts watched models “strike a pose” during an Impressioni fashion show. The week was presented by Tow K Productions and Porter Presentations, with proceeds being distributed to NCO Youth and Family Services, Naperville Cultural Center and Kidz Cabaret. Proud sponsors of the event included, Glancer Magazine, Hotel Arista, Fusion Medical Spa, City Club of Naperville, Downtown Naperville Alliance, Ryan Hill Realty, Naperville Magazine, Sun Publications, Calamos Investing and many more! It truly was a memorable event. Hope to see you at this year’s 2nd annual Fashion Week Naperville!
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Naperville Last Fling 2008
Held August 29th – September 1, 2008
Sponsored by the Naperville Jaycees, The Last Fling is just that - the final chance for everyone to let loose, have fun and end the summer with a bang! Glancer Magazine was among the many businesses that sponsored the annual event. The “Fling” was held over Labor Day weekend Downtown Naperville where residents enjoyed a huge carnival, entertainment stages featuring national artists, two beer gardens with entertainment including Gavin DeGraw and the Doobie Brothers, dozens of food vendors, and many special events (i.e. the Labor Day Parade, Big Wheel races, the Four-Legged follies dog show). It was an amazing weekend for all who attended indeed. For more information on the Naperville Jaycees or the Last Fling, visit www.lastfling.org
For Event Partnership Information, Call (630) 428-4387 or Click HERE
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