July 2023

A water-resistant blanket

Summer Stuff

Cool products to get you through the hot season and beyond Happy Paddling With its origami-like…
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Ron Keller

Ron Keller

By Mike Thomas Naperville Municipal Band leader hands off his baton Ron Keller is more…
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Best of Naperville logo

Congratulations to the 2023 Best of…

The following businesses (listed here in alphabetical order) have been nominated by our…
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Crystal Concert at Neuqua Valley High School

Smart Programs

By Mark Loehrke and Judy Sutton Taylor West suburban school districts are upping their…
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Ratatouille

Ratatouille

By Kelli Ra Anderson We owe the frugal French a debt of gratitude. This time of year,…
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Gindo’s Spice of Life sauces

Feeling Saucy?

By Peter Gianopulos Gindo’s offers a nuanced variety of refined flavors If you want…
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A pizza

Enlightened Pies

By Peter Gianopulos Embracing the poetry—and science—of pizza Ask any self-respecting…
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Outside The James

New Gem in Geneva

By Phil Vettel The James serves up a thoughtful menu in an historic setting When is a…
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People exercising along Lakefront Trail

One Fine Day

It’s the perfect season to play tourist in the Windy City To quote a famed local philosopher:…
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‘Loving Hard When They’re Hard to Love: Essays on Raising Teens in Today’s Complex, Chaotic World’ by Whitney Fleming

Loving Kids Harder

Raising tweens and teens is not for the faint of heart. But like most of life’s challenges,…
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A garage full of cars

Auto Showstopper

A country paradise for car lovers in Oswego There’s a difference between people who…
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The home's staircase and hidden radiator

Within Reach

Here are four tips from designer Angela Graefenhain for creating open shelving that’s…
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