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Art Talk – Renovation proves less is more
Staying a step ahead in this technically advanced age can be challenging, but when the times demand it, modifications must be made. And that...
Science Corner – The Coldest Place in the Milky Way?
Chicago in January may feel like the coldest place in the universe, but it’s colder at the South Pole. Scientists there, including some from...
Naperville Gardener – Gardening in January…
I am always thinking about my gardens—the ones I have and the ones I am going to have. Any day that is not too...
Nutrition Knowledge – Eat clean for 2019
It’s that time of year again. When we list all the changes we are going to make to “improve” ourselves.
The principles of clean eating...
Real Life – Avocado toast
In the dark, short days of winter, after resolutions have been made and often broken, comfort food beckons. For me, it evokes the aroma...
Journey with Autism – Vow to be better
What are the most common resolutions people do each year? Health and dieting, exercise and better habits fill the list, but the most popular...
Real Estate Logic – Detached Condominiums
I don’t know if condominium living is the right alternative for you, but as Naperville area baby boomers are entering “empty-nesterhood,” multi-family options are...
Sales Focus – Nine Phrases You Should Use Every Week to Ensure 2019 Is Your Best Year Ever
There are dozens of articles telling us what not to say, phrases not to use, and words to avoid when we are with prospects...
Video Voice – Board Matters
There are about 300 nonprofit organizations in our community providing social services, educational and recreational opportunities as well as supporting the arts. When each...
Blast off into history – Blast off into history
One of the most elaborate advertising gimmicks a real estate developer could have ever imaged took place five stories above Naperville in the fall...
Transitions – Taking flight: Honoring men of color who took to the air
The Museum of Science and Industry is my favorite Chicago museum. Next to the submarine, I like the half-plane that soars over the trains. I...
The Y – Providing equal opportunities for all
In many cases here in America, the zip code you're born into may have the ability to determine your future. Sometimes these divisions exist...
Time to share special memories of service
Last spring I was telling Stephanie Penick, the publisher of Positively Naperville, some stories about the challenges we faced when our sons were on...
Veterans in Touch – NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS
As a Veteran, in 2019 there are several resolutions you should make. The first one is that you should sign up for VA Healthcare....
January Editor’s Notes
Above / Back in November 2016, Naperville City Councilwoman Judy Brodhead and candidate John Krummen filed petitions in the City Clerk's Office to run...
Pulse of Naperville Music Scene – August for 2019
As 2019 comes rushing in, I find myself reflecting on the many friends that I have gained throughout the course of my life. And,...
Pet Words of Wisdom – Adopt don’t shop
Thank you to all of our loyal customers for a great 2018! We have been through many changes over the last year. Thank you...
The Next Generation – Taking local business to the future
2018 has been a year of many changes for my family’s business, Oswald’s Pharmacy. We’ve taken many steps towards "digitizing." Having a web presence...
Looking Back, Looking Forward – Loaves & Fishes Turns 35
This is a fairly common time of year for people to think about the future and what they want to accomplish going forward. In...
Growing Sustainably
Turning Pointe’s organizational resolution this year is to build new learning suites. Four. Four new ideal learning environments for up to 32 additional students....
