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T
ransform an ordinary backyard into a
captivating, natural wonderland and
youll harness the curiosity and imag-
ination of your children in a whole new way.
With a little ingenuity, create a multi-sensory
landscape that provides your children with an
enriching, year-round fresh-air retreat.
Jocelyn Chilvers, a 30-year veteran in land-
scape design, as well as an artist, teacher and au-
thor of the blog The Art Garden, suggests that
you work three different areas into your land-
scape. These areas, including active play, interac-
tive play and seasonal observation areas, should
evolve with your childs changing interests.
Ictive Play Area
Plan open spaces for active play to accom-
modate your childrens ages and their favorite
activities. While a young child might prefer a
sand box and swing set, an older child might
need more space for playing croquet or vol-
leyball.
Unearth
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Also, include an area in which the children
can do whatever they like. For my three
boys, that means unfettered digging! In fact,
they have been working on the crater for at
least three years now, says Jamie McIntosh,
an award-winning writer and author of the
blog Organic Gardens.
In addition, an enclosed area encourages
imaginative play. Kids appreciate an area
that feels like they are in their own little
world, Chilvers says, recalling how her
daughter played dolls for hours under an
apricot tree in their backyard as a child. If
you live in an area with few mature trees, cre-
ate structures for shady retreats such as a
canvas canopy or a metal or wood structure
like a gazebo.
Interactive Learning Area
Designate a space in the garden for you
and your children to plant a garden or design
a birdhouse together. A low bench for potting
plants and a raised garden make it easier for
a child to tend her garden. Offer a special
place for her to keep her gloves and garden-
ing tools alongside your potting area.
Let her select the plants and help her plant
them, Chilvers says. Take digital photos and
make a picture book of the summer. At the
end of the season, reflect and share in the pro-
gression of her garden, reviewing pictures of
her planting, watering and weeding her grow-
ing flowers or vegetables.
Annette Pelliccio, founder and CEO of The
Happy Gardener, Inc., whose company pro-
vides earth-friendly products to gardeners, says
that when her daughters were toddlers she in-
tegrated storybook elements in their play gar-
den, including a Charlottes Web wire in a
tree, a cottage playhouse and plants with
names like Blue Fairy Clematis, Robin Hood
tulips and Ruby Slipper poppies.
Now ages 10 and 8, Pelliccios daughters
planted a serenity rose garden choosing varieties
of roses based on what they want in their lives.
Varieties include Home and Garden, Easy
Living, Cha Ching... (and) America. They are
painting tiles to hang throughout the garden
with words of what we find important, includ-
ing Peace, Family, Laughter, Pelliccio says.
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Further cultivate an appreciation for the world
outside through recycling. Its never too early
to teach children how to be good environmental
stewards, McIntosh says. We compost all of
our kitchen vegetable scraps and my children
like to see what insects are crawling around in
the compost bin when we add the scraps.
Observational Learning Area
Children love to study bees collecting pollen,
observe birds searching for worms, search for
animal tracks or patiently wait for a butterfly to
break out of its cocoon. Include features in your
garden that allow you and your child to observe
nature and seasonal changes throughout the
year, Chilvers says.
Bring calming water elements into your
garden and follow the aquatic life cycle of
fish and plants. For younger kids a self-con-
tained waterfall fountain is safe and inex-
pensive, McIntosh says.
Create a bird-feeding station in the winter and
consult your state bird field guide to identify the
birds that visit your bird feeders. Plant flowers
in the spring that attract bees and butterflies to
your garden throughout the summer. In the fall,
put the garden to bed in preparation for the
winter while noting the change of the seasons
highlighted in the glory of rich fall colors.
A Multi-Sensory Garden Experience
Provide children the opportunity to indulge in
a garden that satisfies all five of the senses. Plant
showy, fast-growing sunflowers or lilies and fra-
grant herbs like mint and lemon balm. McIntosh
recommends fuzzy, soft lambs ears and the cu-
rious sensitive plant, which folds in when
touched. And since children love to pick flow-
ers, McIntosh suggests flowers like snapdragons,
pansies, cosmos and marigolds that respond to
picking by producing more blossoms.
Encourage birdsong in your garden with
drought-tolerant coneflowers and zinnias,
which attract goldfinches with their seeds,
McIntosh adds.
Children can taste the fruit of their labors
if together you plant small fruit or vegeta-
bles. Thorn-free raspberry or blackberry
bushes are also a great option. (As a caution-
ary note, instruct your children to always ask
you before eating anything from the garden.)
Additional Resources
For expert landscape advice, consult an expe-
rienced independent landscape designer with
formal training in landscape design or landscape
architecture. Request examples of family-
friendly designs. Also, check with your local
county extension office for information about
soil, as well as plants and flowers that grow well
in your particular region.
For additional ideas, visit Chilvers blog
The Art Garden, http://jocelynsgarden.
blogspot.com/, Pelliccios website www.the-
happygardener.info, or Jamie McIntoshs blog
Organic Gardens, http://organicgardens.
suite101.com. McIntosh also recommends A
Childs Garden: 60 Ideas to Make Any Garden
Come Alive for Children by Molly Dannen-
maier and Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our
Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by
Richard Louv.
Christa Melnyk Hines is a freelance jour-
nalist, wife and mother of two boys who love
to play in the dirt.
Nicholas Conservatory &
Gardens
No need to wait for the summer months,
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens brings
the tropics to the Midwest. This tropical set-
ting includes an 11,000 square foot plant ex-
hibition area complete with water features,
seating areas, and sculptures.
Come enjoy spring at this new facility lo-
cated along the banks of the beautiful Rock
River in Rockford, Illinois. Events and pro-
grams during March and April focus on our
environment and all the many Green Ele-
ments you will find at NCG. For more infor-
mation please visit
www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/ncg or call
815-987-8858.
Easter Hoppenings at
Jelly Belly
Saturday, April 7th, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m
Have a hoppy time at Jelly Belly in Pleas-
ant Prairie, WI. with the Easter Bunny and Mr.
Jelly Belly, face painting, photos, raffles and
prizes. Also, enjoy a free tour aboard the Jelly
Belly Express indoor train through the Jelly
Belly warehouse.
Free tours daily, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
(866) 868-7522 for information. 10100 Jelly
Belly Lane Pleasant Prairie, WI, 53158
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ust when you thought winter would never end, spring arrives. And that means we all are going
to be ready to venture out into the world again. Sure, were bound to have some more snow
fall, and itll be a while before our gardens are blanketed in bright colored flowers; but the days
are longer, the temperature is rising and there is so much to look forward to!
Here are some fun activities for you to enjoy while you rediscover the world after a winters
confinement. Check out the Great Events Calendar section, too, and you will be ready to beat bore-
dom before it begins! Embrace the season and enjoy!
Xtreme Trampolines
Xtreme Trampolines is the place for fun.
Whether you are looking to have a party, play
dodgeball, exercise or just have some good
bouncy fun, weve got you covered. Xtreme
Trampolines is large warehouse filled with
commercial grade trampolines. There are 5
separate trampoline courts, including a dodge-
ball court and a giant foam pit. Customers pay
by the hour to have a ton of fun! Make this
years birthday a truly memorable and special
one at Xtreme Trampolines. Build memories
that will last with your child and their friends
with a bouncy birthday adventure. Xtreme
Trampolines is a great place to hold your next
corporate or group event. Locations in Carol
Stream (630-752-1400) & Buffalo Grove (224-
676-0660). www.XtremeTrampolines.com
Katherine Legge Memorial
Lodge
A unique setting for your next special oc-
casion... This charming facility is perfect loca-
tion for your bridal shower, wedding, family
gathering or business meeting. The historic
lodge is located on 52 beautiful acres of
woodland, a perfect setting for any occasion!
The American Institute of Architects recog-
nized the KLM Park and Lodge as one of the
150 great places in Illinois and its easy to
understand why
The first floor of the English-style lodge is
alive with character, providing a spacious living
room with a fireplace, dining room, kitchen,
and restrooms. The second floor boasts a
large ballroom with a handsome fireplace,
beamed ceiling and a wall of windows over-
looking the beautiful patio and landscaped
grounds. Outdoor tents are permitted.
For more information contact (630) 789-
7095 or www.villageofhinsdale.org/klm.
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Oakbrook Terrace
Park District
The Oakbrook Terrace Park District has
a variety of camps being offered. Spring
Break Camp will take place Monday, March
26 through Friday, March 30. Camp includes
crafts, a movie, games and plenty of fun.
Camp is for grades kindergarten through 8th.
The cost is $75 R/$80 NR. Registration is
taking place now for summer camps. Sum-
mer Day Camp will run Monday, June 11 -
Friday, August 10 for children in grades 1st -
6th. You can sign up for one week, or the en-
tire summer. There is also a 3-day camp,
which runs Monday, Wednesday and Friday
beginning June 11 through July 13. Summer
Day Camp is outside based and offers days
filled with sports, games, art, crafts, music and
fun. Special field trips include swimming,
Mt. Prospect
Park District
has the BEST
birthday parties!
Book your party NOW!
847-255-5380
www.mppd.org
movies and more. The Teen Extreme Chal-
lenge Camp is for 6th-9th grades. Camp also
runs Monday, June 11 - Friday, August 10 and
allows teens to experience camp in a whole
new way. There will be daily field trips, chal-
lenges, games and fun. All camps run from 9
am - 3 pm. Early and late camp is available
for a nominal fee. Please call (630) 627-6100
to reserve your spot today.
Babies2Kidz
Babies2Kidz Consignment event is FREE
and open to the public. All ages welcome!
Clothes, toys, baby accessories, furniture and
more! Benefits Kane County area charities.
Thursday, Apr 26th thru - Saturday, Apr 28,
2012 Thurs. and Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat.
10am-3pm at the Kane County Fairgrounds,
525 S. Randall Rd. in St. Charles. Call 331-222-
1736 or visit www.babies2kidconsign.com
Learn Massage Therapy
Learn to give a great massage this spring in
just two weeks beginning March 5th or April
2nd. In just four convenient evening classes
and no books to purchase, you can learn to
give a great massage at the National Univer-
sity of Health Sciences in Lombard. To regis-
ter call 1-800-826-6285 or visit
www.nuhs.edu
1 S 325 ARDMORE AVE.
OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
(630) 627-6100
WWW. OBTPD. ORG
Oakbrook Terrace
Park District
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Kids & Doggie
Easter Egg Hunts
Saturday, March 31 $5
9AM KIDS
10AM DOGS
Spring Break Camp
March 26 March 30
9AM 3PM
$75 R/$80 NR per week
(Early & late camp also available)
Top Secret Agent Training
Saturday, March 3
2 PM 4 PM
$15 R/$20 NR
Have you ever wanted to be a secret agent?
Now you can! Your training will include n-
gerprinting, making your own spy kit, obstacle
course, and a meeting plus a snack with real top secret agents.
Lake View Nature Center
Step Into The Night
Winter Exhibit
Now through April 1
(Open during regular Nature Center hours)
Registration
is taking place
now for Summer
Camps!
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Downtown Lisle (near train station and just
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CELEBRATE LIFEcome in and enjoy our authentic
gelato favors...and for your next party or event, make
it extra specialadd a gelato cake or pie!
Make someone elses life happier with our gourmet
truffes, handmade turtles, orange peel, and other
desserts. While you shop, try a delicious gourmet
coffee or cool gelato drink.
Visit our Open House
Saturday, March 31st, 1-4pm
Enjoy samples & get party and/or event ideas!
Call Cafe for details.
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Kids Spring Fling at Play-
ers Indoor Sports Center
This spring, Players Indoor Sports Center is
hosting the Kids Spring Fling. The one day
event takes place April 21st, 2012 and will fea-
ture activities for the whole family! Activities
include; face painting, raffles, games and live
demos. Contact Players Indoor for ven-
dor/sponsorship opportunities, current spon-
sors include; Good Times Day Camp,
Meathead Burgers and Fries, and the
Naperville Park District. For more informa-
tion contact us at (630) 470.6400 or
www.playersindoor.com.
Christ Community Church
Join Christ Community Churchs St.
Charles Campus as they celebrate Easter and
rejoice in Jesus resurrection on Saturday,
April 7 at 5 and 7pm, and Sunday, April 8 at 9
and 11am. Childcare is available in KidsWorld,
a fun, safe place for kids, for children infant
through 5th grade. Additional campuses are
located in Aurora, Bartlett, and DeKalb. For
more information and directions, visit cc-
clife.org/Easter.
Cantigny Park in Wheaton
Spring is a great season to visit Cantigny
Park in Wheaton! The gardens alone are
A Special Setting for anv Occasion
5901 S. County Line Road , Hinsdale, IL 60521
630-789-7095 , www.villageoIhinsdale.org/klm
facebook.com/KatherineLeggeMemorialLodge
The Katherine Legge Memorial Park and Lodge
is located on 52 beautiIul acres oI woodland,
a perIect setting Ior any occasion!
Set upon 52 acres oI lush topography Ireckled by
towering trees, the KLM Lodge is as versatile as it is
charming; welcoming all types oI special events and
occasions. Indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies,
receptions, rehearsal dinners, pre/post wedding
celebrations, business meetings and retreats, Bar
and Bat Mitzvahs, and memorials can all be
beautiIully orchestrated at the KLM Lodge!
Katherine Legge
Memorial Lodge
worth a trip, but the park has lots of family-
friendly activities too. See the jam-packed cal-
endar of events on Cantigny.org for the
complete list. Highlights include Breakfast
with the Easter Bunny and the areas best Egg
Hunt on Saturday, April 7. Also check out the
Night at the Mansion Family Overnight on
April 13. Wheaton. 630-668-5161.
Easter Egg Hunt at the
Mt. Prospect Park District
RecPlex
Children ages 3-8 are invited to hop
around the bunny trail to collect eggs. Each
child receives a goodie bag at the end of the
hunt. The Easter Bunny will be on hand for
photos, so bring your camera! The hunt is in-
doors no matter the weather. Saturday,
March 24 from 9:30-11:40am. $5 pre-regis-
ter/$7 door. 420 W. Dempster, Mount
Prospect. 847-255-5380.
All About Order
Quick and Simple Tips to Get your Closet
under Control this Spring:
1. Start tossing! Organizing experts agree
if you havent worn it in a year, it should be
as good as gone. Chances are the item is un-
comfortable, unflattering, dated, or a poor fit,
and no amount of time languishing in the
closet is going to fix any of that. Cut your
closet-space losses and move on!
2. Time to Tailor! If all a piece needs is a
little facelift, a few dollars spent at the tailor
can make a world of difference. Turn a dated
knee length skirt into a mini or have your
dresses let out - or taken in - a few inches to
make them more appropriate for your age,
your weight and the latest fashion.
3. Organize by color. Youre much less
likely to remember some rarely-worn dress
if its shoved in between overwhelming prints
and textures. Put all of your blacks together,
all of your blues, all of your pinks, etc., and
your next trip through your closet will be
like shopping in a store - one where every
piece fits you!
4. Create more space. If youve recently
down-sized or just never had a walk-in
closet, chances are, your current closet only
holds enough for one season at a time. It may
be time to have an organizing expert assess
your space. Investing in additional closet
components can DOUBLE and even TRIPLE
your amount clothing storage.
5. Get smart about storage. Still dont have
enough room? Using off-season zippered
wardrobes, space bags, and rolling your
clothing into clever drawer dividers are all
easy, quick and relatively inexpensive ways to
gain much needed space.
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Stars on
Ice Tour! The
Emmy-award winning
Stars on Ice Tour, produced
by skating legendKurt Brown-
ing wth innovative choreogra-
phy, great music, stunning
costumes and skating makes its annual stop
in Chicago with a performance full of the fa-
miliar faces youve cheered on for years at the
Allstate Arena on March 12th. Box Office
Phone: 1-800-Group Sales: (10+): 847-635-
6601 ext. 0745-3000, or Ticketmaster outlets.
Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat
The Marriott Theatre for
Young Audiences presents
this must see play, written by
the legendary musical duo
Andrew Lloyd Webber and
Tim Rice, running February
22 through May 12 at 10
Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire,
IL, Kids (and parents) of all
ages will celebrate one of
musical theatres most joyful
shows in a whole new way!
Single ticket prices are only
$15 per person (plus tax and
handling fees) and can be
purchased
by phone or in
person at the Marriott
Theatre Box Office or online
at Ticketmaster.com. For more
information, call 847-634-0200
or visit www.MarriottThe-
atre.com.
Fermilab Arts & Lecture Series
presents a broad range of performances and
lectures presented in Ramsey Auditorium.
Upcoming events include Eileen Ivers &
Immigrant Soul, featuring the original
Celtic fiddle star of Riverdance; a one-
woman play about the life of Marie Curie;
and the innovative James Sewell Ballet.
Upcoming Lectures examine Fermilabs
role in The Intensity Frontier, the neuro-
science of magic and illusion, and the Age
of Carbon. Info and free on-line ticketing
available at www.fnal.gov/culture, or
630/840.ARTS.
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people wondering about the wisdom
of taking on the additional expense
of a college education. Although going back
to school can require a variety of sacrifices,
most are short-term, while the rewards of get-
ting a college degree or certificate last a life-
time. If you are trying to decide whether its
really worth the time, effort and money that
it takes to pursue a degree, here are some
things you may want to consider:
It increases the amount of jobs you can
apply for and expands the possibilities for
finding work.
Simply put-more jobs are open to people who
have a college degree. When you look at the list
of requirements for many jobs, youll often see
phrases like candidates should have a BA in a
related field or college degree required. The
fact is, sometimes you cant even get an inter-
view without having a college degree.
While a four-year degree isnt always re-
quired, certain jobs may be open to those
who have completed some college course-
work, or who have certifications in a partic-
ular field or those who have a two-year
degree. Even so, the bottom line is that in-
creased schooling is associated with better
employment opportunities.
It expands your network-and It expands your network-and
can connect you with work. can connect you with work.
The people you meet in college can help
you find employment. Professors may have
good contacts in their given field, and intern-
ships can become a paying job down the line.
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Your fellow classmates may go on to posi-
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the career center in most schools will help
fine-tune your resume, and they also assist in
connecting graduates with possible opportu-
nities in the workforce.
Besides the support while you are a col-
lege student, you will have a network after
you graduate as well. Alumni associations re-
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gone on to find employment. You can keep in
touch and utilize them as a resource through-
out your lifetime.
It can increase your income. It can increase your income.
There are many jobs that pay more for em-
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increase your pay rate as you complete more
years of education.
It can boost your confidence. It can boost your confidence.
Taking a class or two can increase your
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on the way you see yourself and the way oth-
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It is an intellectually stimu It is an intellectually stimu- -
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College classes will expose you to new
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It can help you discover It can help you discover
what you want to do in life. what you want to do in life.
Many people struggle with the idea of
what direction they want to go when it comes
to choosing a career path. College can help
you narrow down the field and hone in on
what you are skilled at-and what you enjoy
most. Working your way through the general
education classes is a great way to sample
different subjects, explore new interests and
see what you gravitate toward. Learn a new
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As for the cost of a college degree-it may
not be as high as you think. Grants and fi-
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lowering the total cost that you have to pay.
And student loans are typically available to
cover most, if not all of the rest of the ex-
penses. Check with the individual college to
find out more about financial aid packages
and what you need to do to get started.
Keep in mind that if you have taken a few
college classes in the past, they may still
count toward a particular degree or certifi-
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have to spend in school and lower the overall
cost as well. Make an appointment with an
academic advisor at your local college or uni-
versity and bring a copy of your transcripts
with to have the coursework you have done
already evaluated. If it transfers over, youll
have a head start.
Some employers will even pay for college
coursework or put money toward a degree for
those who work there. It doesnt hurt to ask if
your current employer offers a tuition assis-
tance program of some kind for employees.
If you have been considering a college de-
gree, there are many reasons to look for a
program in your area. Dont let the short-
term sacrifices deter you from taking the
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in the long run. Consider it an investment in
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ocializing is a key role in maintaining
health and wellness. As a matter of fact,
maintaining friendships and social ac-
tivity promotes longer, healthier lives. It ranks
top along with exercise and diet.
Maintaining emotional health and con-
nectedness is an important benefit of social-
ization. Staying active with peers who share
your interests promotes fulfillment and in-
creases self-esteem. Individuals who stay ac-
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than those who do not.
If you are looking for ways to socialize
more, take advantage of the things going on
around you; join a club, reconnect with an old
friend. Be sure to check Suburban Focus Mag-
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Socialization is a key benefit for choosing
your senior living community. Events and so-
cial gatherings are planned throughout each
month and it is easy to join in when all the fun
is right in your neighborhood!
Active, socially engaging environments,
like those at senior living communities, help
seniors retain a general sense of purpose. There
is ample opportunity to meet new friends and
connect with peers of the same age who share
your opinions and values.
The additional physical activity that gener-
ally accompanies a more social lifestyle can in-
crease mobility and enable senior adults to
continue doing routine activities almost twice
as long as those who are not socially active.
Research shows that even socialization with-
out physical exertion has equal health benefits
to exercise. This is largely due to the general
feeling of being worthwhile that follows the
lifestyle. Being more socially active enables
seniors to gain strength and endurance. As a
result, they may soon find that they have more
energy and increased independence.
Another key benefit to maintaining a social
lifestyle is a delay in memory loss. Social en-
gagement is what makes one mentally en-
gaged. Social interaction actually preserves
brain health!
Even though someone may be retired or
considered a senior, this is no excuse for
them not to remain active. Seniors will need
to keep active to remain healthy and maintain
their current weight by finding fun and ex-
citing ways to keep fit.
One of the main ways is for seniors to join
Senior Focus
Staying
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By Sherry Wells
a gym or local leisure center. Since you are
now a senior, you can look forward to amaz-
ing savings on gym memberships that were
not available to you before. By joining a
gym, a senior can take advantage of the list of
gym activities geared towards people over
60. This can be anything from water aquatics
to low impact aerobics. Your nearby gym is
just the key to helping you remain free of
health related diseases.
Another way in which seniors can remain
active is by joining a seniors social club. This
can prevent the senior feeling lonely and de-
pressed. Many of the social clubs are not just
into knitting or discussing books, but have a
wide range of activities for seniors. These ac-
tivities can range from very active salsa classes
to more low-impact trips to see plays and cin-
ema movies. By joining a seniors social club,
the elderly person is able to find other seniors
who enjoy the same activities that he or she en-
joys. This is a great way to make new friends
and to find other people who will motivate you
to be healthy and keep you happy.
A third way in which seniors can remain ac-
tive would be to take up a new hobby. The
hobby should be one that gets them out of the
house and exploring other areas. Hobbies such
as bird-watching or hiking are great for sen-
iors. This new hobby will allow them to do
something they enjoy, while being active and
spending time with others. There are also hik-
ing vacations available in which the senior can
choose to visit another city or country and go
on hiking tours.
A final way in which a senior can keep ac-
tive would be to volunteer. Volunteering at a
hospital or other organization is a great way for
the seniors to go out and meet others while
doing something for a worthy cause. There are
numerous charities looking for volunteers and
it is just a matter of contacting the nearest one.
Some charities will require an interview, ap-
plication form and background and reference
checks, but this is nothing to worry about. The
number of hours you volunteer with the char-
ity will depend on your availability, and this
can be arranged when you are accepted as a
volunteer. Therefore, seniors can feel like they
are contributing and of value to the society just
by volunteering.
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Fun Activities for
Independent Seniors
Fun activities for senior citizens help you keep the good times rolling well into the
golden years. Thinking through the things you love most or that youve always dreamed
of doing will give you a good starting point in finding the best activities for your lifestyle.
Back to nature activities: Fishing, gardening, and hiking are fun activities at any age.
While youre at it, broaden your horizons and try birdwatching.
Sports: If you have your doctors approval to play sports, break out the golf clubs, soc-
cer ball, or tennis racket and get playing. You could join a senior league or simply play
with friends at the local park, recreation center, or YMCA.
Exercise: Although it may sound like more work than play, exercise can be great fun
or amazing relaxation, depending on the type you choose. Try water aerobics, walking,
yoga, or Tai Chi.
Photography: Digital cameras are remarkably easy and offer instant gratification.
Simply point, shoot, and see the picture.
Grow your food: Try your hand at gardening, but not just any old gardening--grow
your food. It gets you outside, you know exactly where your food came from, and its
good for the environment too.
Rent a kayak: If you love an adventure, try renting a kayak to explore the water.
Some companies offer special trips and discounts for senior citizens.
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ummer camp is a time-honored tradi-
tion, rich with activities, newfound
friendships and a lifetime of memo-
ries. Explore a few ways to make your childs
camp experience smooth sailing from start to
finish.
Smore Than Just Fun
According to the RAND Corporation, a
non-profit research organization, children
who participate in summer programs, like ex-
periential learning activities offered in an or-
ganized camp, are less likely to experience a
significant summer learning slide.
Camp also enhances a childs physical and
emotional well-being. Activities build social
skills, teamwork and independence, which all
contribute to stronger self-confidence and
leadership abilities.
I often hear from parents how amazed
they are when their children return home after
spending time at camp....about how they seem
older and more mature, says Doug Berkel,
senior program director of Youth Develop-
ment Services with the Kansas City YMCA.
Avoid Camp Run Amok
First, together with your child, decide
what skills you want your child to gain and
choose a camp that fits her needs and inter-
ests, as well as your familys values.
Check out safety guidelines in the camps
parent handbook. Look for overnight camps
accredited by the American Camp Associa-
tion (ACA). ACA standards are the most
universal and well-known standards adopted
by most camps to ensure a quality and safe
program, Berkel says.
Day and specialty camps should carry a
current state childcare license. Additionally,
staff should be trained in emergency, com-
munication and safety procedures, behavior
management techniques (including handling
the common bout of homesickness), and
child abuse prevention.
Preparing
Happy Campers
By Christa Melnyk Hines
Camp Sunshine
Day camps are a practical way to introduce
children, ages five to 12, to the camp experi-
ence. Most center on a theme, like sports, sci-
ence, nature, technology and the arts.
Ann Bowley says that when her stepson,
Trevor, was younger, he enjoyed planning out
the day camps he wanted to attend each sum-
mer. However, as her son got older he grew
more apprehensive about starting over with a
new group of kids each week.
We talked to him about it and he never
changed his plans. We just looked for school
mates that might be in camp with him to help
him be more comfortable, she says.
Camp Ability
Specialty camps center around one activity
like music, art, sports or science. These camps
provide children the space to further explore
and develop a skill that interests them.
Specialty camps tend to run...partial days
and could be a nice addition to regular day
camps, Berkel says.
Camp Starlight
Overnight camps, typically in an outdoor
setting, can last anywhere from a few days to
several weeks and are generally offered for
children ages 7 and up. If you arent sure your
child is ready, allow him to spend the night at
friends houses occasionally. Or, as Berkel
suggests, take advantage of a weekend family
camping opportunity, usually offered in the
fall and spring to familiarize campers and their
families with the facilities and staff.
Conquer Camp Blues
Preparation and an awareness of what to
expect can ease the transition from home to
camp. Before your child departs, go over a list
of everything she will need. Pack a physical
connection to home like a favorite sleeping
bag, stuffed animal or pillow.
Also, mail a card ahead of time to ensure it
arrives before the end of camp. Tell your child
how you look forward to hearing her camp
stories, but avoid saying how much you miss
her which can trigger homesickness and
worry.
Fourteen-year veteran Boy Scout leader,
soccer coach and father of eight, John White-
side, is a camping pro. Over the years, he and
his children have participated in multiple
camps, including sports, band and weeklong
scout camps.
Initial nervousness isnt unusual. If your
child asks to come home, Whiteside says to con-
sider the situation, but to encourage him to dis-
cuss his anxieties with the camp counselor and
take it one day at a time. Tell him Yes, today
was hard, but I think it will be better tomorrow
and usually tomorrow is better, he says.
While your child may struggle at first,
chances are hell come home a happy camper
with a heightened sense of self-confidence,
memorable stories and a passel of new friends
to boot.
More than 10 million American children
will participate in camp this summer.
More than 95 percent of campers experi-
ence occasional homesickness.
Nearly 75 percent of campers try new ac-
tivities that they were initially afraid to do.
Source: American Camp Association
Camp neophyte and freelance writer,
Christa Melnyk Hines, expects the camp ex-
perience will be easier on her children than
it will be on her.
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Themes like Cool Camping, Spectacular
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Teaching sportsfFundamentals thru Les-
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tive testing to measure improvement. Stu-
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skills on the range that will help their per-
formance on the course, developing a pas-
sion for the game that teaches honesty,
respect and sportsmanship. Student/coach
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Sports Broadcasting Camp
Boys and girls 10-18 will have an oppor-
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Edwards YMCA Camp
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Camp Anokijig
New friends, positive values, personal
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fun are the foundations of the Anokijig ex-
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University of Illinois
Summer Sport Camps
University of Illinois, Division of Intercol-
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development of well-rounded summer sport
camps for boys and girls. Young athletes have
the opportunity to learn more about their
sport, improve their skills, create new
friendships and have fun at the same time.
Campers receive excellent coaching, expe-
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St. Johns Lutherans
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St. Johns Lutheran Church and School
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June 25-29 from 9:00am - 12:30pm. Under
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Camp Summer Quest
Camp Summer Quest at the Lisle Park Dis-
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outdoor-based day camp for kids entering
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Cub Creek Science Camp
Feed monkeys, pet kangaroo, take classes
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Loras All-Sports Camp
Kids ages 7-13 are invited to explore the
unique opportunities at the 30th Annual
Loras All-Sports Camp. The camp empha-
sizes Christian values as well as athletic in-
struction in three different sports selected
from 42 sports during the week. Campers
will participate in special activities and com-
petitions daily. Evening programs include
team building, inspirational speakers, social
activities and awards night. The camp is lo-
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Night Blue Theatre Camp
NightBlue Performing Arts Company is
proud to announce the establishment of its
new performing arts space located at 1232
State St. in Lemont with a summer offering
of a Summer Teen Theater Intensive pro-
duction of Les Miserables (School Edition)
from June 11-June 20. For more informa-
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one-week or eight-week camp
session, making sure that nothing
is forgotten can be a daunting task. With a
little organization and communication with
your childs camp, packing can be a breeze
and should be an exciting project for the
campers involved. Here are a few valuable
tips:
Check to see if the camp provides a list of
recommended clothing items, toiletries, spe-
cial items for overnights off-site, sporting
equipment, and costumes for special
evening/talent activities.
Be sure to check for things that are NOT
Allowed. Some camps prohibit electronic
items (phones,ipods,video game devices)
and snacks and sweets.
Does the camp require a uniform
some camps want to eliminate competitive
dressing by requiring a uniform. Make sure
you are aware of what is needed. Sometimes
it is a shirt with a logo and some camps can
require a full uniform. Be prepared, the uni-
form can be pricey!!
Bedding & Sleeping Bags most camps
do not provide sheets/blankets/pillows/tow-
els. Check the list that the camp provides to
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CAMPING THE WAY IT
WAS MEANT TO BE.
make sure you have the necessary items.
Dont bother with a top sheet a fitted sheet
and warm blanket will suffice.
DONT BUY ANYTHING NEW FOR
CAMP find your sheets with holes and
stained towels and old blankets and send
them to camp!! This also applies for cloth-
ing. Clothes get trashed and lost and nothing
looks remotely the same when you first
packed it.
Label EVERYTHING You can sew it
in, iron it on, or use a sharpee but you must
label all items with your childs name. Toi-
letries are no exception use a piece of
masking tape and write your childs name on
all items. Bug repellent is a popular item so
pack plenty of it and LABEL it.
MUST PACK ITEMS these items
might not make it on a list but they are es-
sential for your camper flashlight with
extra batteries, insect repellent, benadryl
spray or cream for itchy bites, band-aids (the
infirmary might be a hassle), small fan if
electricity is an option, self-addressed and
stamped postcards so your camper has no
excuses, all-in-one soap/shampoo, extra
toothbrush and sun screen on a stick (if
youre lucky, your camper might remember
to use it).
Choose the right type of luggage
trunks and duffles are great. They are heavy
but most camps will help your child with
their heavier items. SHIP WHATEVER YOU
CAN. Most camps will allow, and some pre-
fer, that you ship your items ahead of time.
Remember, most campers will wear the
same thing almost everyday pack lightly.
Some camps will let you ship home as well
arrive for pickup with labels and boxes if
necessary.
Thing you may have forgotten Re-
member to send all forms that are necessary,
update your contact information (if you are
planning to travel while your child is at
camp, make sure the camp knows how to
reach you), include all medications and in-
structions that go with, have a discussion
with your child regarding expected behavior,
respecting others and being a good friend
and camper while you are there.
Schedule Physicals in advance Many
camps require a physical exam before en-
rollment. If it has been longer than one year
since your childs last physical, see your pe-
diatrician or family physician for a check-up
before summer camp. Ask if any activities
should be restricted, and refill any routine
medications such as inhalers, antihistamines,
etc.
For more information or to register for golf
clinics, please call 708-259-3766 or
download and complete Registration
Form at www.mecgolf.com
Programs are at Broken Arrow Golf Club
in Lockport and Riedys Tee Time in Lisle
Learn the game they
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2012 YOUTH GOLF
GROUP INSTRUCTION
FUTURE STARS: Level 1 (Ages 5-8)
Introduce children to the game of
golf with basic instruction.
PAR PLAYER: Level 2 (Ages 9-11)
Students gain a better understanding
of the game while reinforcing their skills.
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have in common, even though they
have different activities, quite sim-
plycamps bring out the best in your child.
Many of lifes most memorable experience-
sare often just a moment in time. Imagine the
wondrous moments you child willexperience
learning a new skill or brushing up on an ex-
isting one. Be it academic, sport, art, music,
or theatre camp, you can find a camp that is
just right for your childs needs at any age
level.
Teen Camps
Teenagers have different levels of expert-
ise, and a summer camp that is only for teens
may just be the right choice for your son or
daughter. Many of them are operated by uni-
versities and have pre college education and
some of them are just pure fun. A teen is-
much more able to decide what is best for
him or her, so you might have to take the
back seat and let them do the picking, but be
sure to do the research on the camps, check
out the credentials of the operators, check
their affiliations if any, and then sit back and
trust your teens judgment. He or she may
just surprise you.
Special Need Camps
One of the best things you can do for your
special-needs child is to sign him or her up
for summer camp but which of the hun-
dreds of special needs summer camps is best
for your child?
Summer camp can do wonders for a
youngsters self-confidence and social skills,
not to mention new skills learned from camp
activities (like horseback riding and water
skiing): things your child may have consid-
ered to be the stuff of dreams. Sure, it can be
hard letting go, especially if your child has a
severe disability, when they first head offfor
that time away from home, but keep in mind
that even though they miss you, theyre prob-
ably going to have a ball!
Special-Needs Camps:
What Questions to Ask
Handing over your child to complete
strangers for a week (or longer in somecases)
requires a lot of trust. Thats the reason you
shouldnt feel embarrassed to ask as many
questions as it takes for you to feel as com-
fortable as possible with your childscamp-
ing adventure. Here are some important
questions to ask:
First, (the most obvious), cost. Is it free
(many are), is it on a sliding scale according
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Call for a brochure!
Specialty
Camps
to the parents income, or can the state help
pay the camps fees? Look at all of your op-
tions.
Special-needs camps try their best to make
sure their camping experience is an option for
any family, regardless of their income.
Do they have a specific camping session
tailored to your childs disability (OI, cerebral
palsy, muscular dystrophy, SMA, etc)? Many
camps have a wide variety of specialized
weeks all summer, covering all the disability
bases. Its going to be a much better camping
experience for your child if the session he or
she attends has staff members well prepared
to handle the specific disability (instead of
going to a general mobility impairment ses-
sion, for example).
What age groups do they cluster to-
gether, and what session is your child eligible
for according to his or her age? Most special
needs summer camps split up the sessions as
follows: 6- to 13-year-olds, and then 14- to
17-year-olds. The smaller the gap in ages
clustered together, the more finely tuned your
childs camping experience will be.
Whats the on-site medical care and care-
giver situation like? Most camps have dozens
of caregivers and five or six (depending on
how many campers are in each cabin) are then
assigned to each cabin. Most of these care-
givers are college students who are studying
for some sort of medical degree and can be a
lot of fun for the kids. And lastly, make sure
they have either an RN or MD onsite 24/7.
Many of the special-needs summer camps are
miles away from hospitals or clinics.
How to Research, What to Look For
While doing your research, look for well-
established camps that have decent, long-
standing reputations within the disability
community.
A good place to start your search is on-
line.
If your child goes to a childrens physical
therapy center, a childrens hospital, or a seat-
ing clinic on a regular basis, dont be afraid
to ask around. Most of the professionals who
work at these places know about the best spe-
cial-needs camps in your area.
Transportation. Many camps even go as
far as providing to-and-from accessible trans-
portation for your child (the pick-up point
usually being at a nearby disability rehab cen-
ter). This service makes it easier on the par-
ents, and also gives your child an additional
opportunity to connect with the other kids at-
tending camp.
And last but not least, gauge your child.
Is he/she ready for the whole camping expe-
rience?
Since every kid grows and matures at a dif-
ferent level, no matter the disability, this is
important to keep in mind. Forcing your child
to go is never a good idea. When kids are
ready, special-needs summer camps can be a
really terrific experience but the key phrase
here is when kids are ready.
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Marathon reached maximum capacity
in a mere six days-a full 25 days ear-
lier than 2011. With 45,000 runners set to
tackle 26.2 on Oct. 7, millions of miles will be
logged, thousands of shoes worn and hundreds
of gallons of Gatorade consumed.
If a marathon isnt your thing, running
season offers a variety of events and dis-
tances for all experience levels from novice
to elite athlete.
Before you head out to pound the pave-
ment, make sure you know what to expect on
your journey to the finish line. Whether your
goal is a 5k, 10k or a marathon, our tips will
help you on your way.
One Foot in Front of the Other
Many people will agree that running is a
great sport because all you need is a pair of
shoes. While that is true, a few specific pieces
of clothing will make your experience much
more pleasant along the way.
Shoes - These are the most important piece
of equipment. If you invest in anything, put
your money here. A good pair of shoes will
make a world of difference, and the right fit
can prevent injury with good support, cush-
ioning and impact absorption. Visit your local
sports store and get fitted. Expect to try on at
least four pairs, and run a few yards or hop on
a treadmill to narrow your choices. Pick the
pair that feels the best; ignore brand and color.
A good store will also analyze your step and
suggest either a stability, cushioning or neu-
tral shoe best for you.
Try: Dick Pond (various locations), Fleet
Feet Sports (Chicago and Elmhurst),
Naperville Running Company, Running Away
Multisport (Chicago and Deerfield), The Run-
ners Grove (Downers Grove) and Runners
High n Tri (Arlington Heights)
Clothes - Despite what you may believe,
cotton is evilfor runners at least. Ditch your
favorite cotton T-shirt for your recovery time
and dawn your best synthetic shirts. Unlike
cotton, these materials help wick sweat away
from skin, helping you keep cool and prevent
friction on the skin, which leads to unwanted
and painful chafing and blisters.
Try: Most well-known brands offer mois-
ture-wicking shirts and bottoms, including
Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Under Armor and the
coveted Lululemon. You dont need to break
the bank for quality (and fashionable) clothes.
Target offers its C9 by Champion line and Old
Navy has its own line with reasonably priced
options.
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Accessories - Equally important are the
right socks. Again, cotton is evil. You want
wool-it will pull the sweat away from your
skin preventing blisters. Other items you may
find helpful include a water bottle or belt,
stopwatch, and for those or like to move, an
iPod or MP3 player.
Try: Specialty running stores and major
retailers offer plenty of selections.
Logging those miles
Equipped with the right gear, you are now
ready to start logging those miles. Following
a training program will help you build a
strong foundation that will increase your
strength and endurance gradually leading up
to race day.
Several schedules are available online for
every distance. Hal Higdon offers free sched-
ules for walkers, novice, intermediate and ad-
vanced levels. Tom Holland is known for this
16-week program that incorporates strength
training, while Jeff Galloway advises a 5-
minute run/1-minute walk method. Do a little
reading, and then choose a program that
works best for you. Remember to be realistic.
You probably wont run every runs (kudos if
you do!) and when push comes to shove, the
long, weekend runs are the most important.
If you have to, skip a shorter run instead.
Be sure to run a few times in your race day
gear. Another mantra-never try anything new
on race day. Eat the same thing, wear the
same thing and drink the same thing from
your training to race day.
No Pain, No Gain?
Chances are you will probably take your
training for granted-until you start to feel
some aches and pains. The two most com-
mon injuries are shin splints and joint pain.
Shin splints are tiny fractures in the bone
of the lower leg or foot. Pain at the start of a
run will usually subside during, but dont be
fooled. For most running injuries, the
R.I.C.E. method is fool proof. Rest, Ice,
Compress, and Elevate the legs and feet. As
Tom Holland says, pain is a sign that some-
thing is wrong. Take the hint and lower your
mileage a bit, or take a day off. Your body
will thank you in the end.
Joint pain can sidetrack training since it
can reoccur even with rest. Proper hydration
helps lubricate joints, which are absorbing
three times your body weight with every run-
ning step, so drink up. Strength training will
also help improve core and muscle strength,
relieving joints from some stress.
Race Day
Youve run the miles, invested hours of
time and now its the day youve been train-
ing for. The few days before the race are the
most important. Be sure to rest, eat well, and
sleep. Youll probably be too excited and
nervous to sleep the night before, which is
fine. As long as youre rested prior, youll
perform just fine.
If you do manage to sleep, set your alarm
earlier than you think youll need. The time
will go quickly and youll want enough time
to gather your gear (tip: lay race gear with your
bib number out and pack a bag with a change
of clothes the night before), eat your pre-run
meal and visit the bathroom a few times to
avoid those port-a-potties with long lines.
Once the gun goes off, pace yourself. It is
easy to get caught up in the adrenaline and
excitement of the race. You will want to dart
out past the crowd, but consciously slow
yourself down to prevent tiring out early on
the course. Be sure to gradually veer to the
right if you need to slow down or walk, listen
to your music at a low level so you can hear
those around you. Most important, enjoy the
run, the scenery, and yourself. Youve worked
hard to get here, now be proud of what youre
doing.
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Saturday, May 12th, 2012 8am Start
5K Run, 5K Stroller Roll, & 10K Run
$20 Pre-Reg, $30 Race Day
Bartlett Community Center
700 S. Bartlett Rd. Bartlett, IL 60103
630-540-4800
www.bartlettparks.org
Team in Training
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Train with us for an endurance event.
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Chicago Polar Plunge - Sun. 3/4 at 9:30 a.m. North Avenue
Beach, Chicago. Benefits Special Olympics Chicago. 312-527-
3743.
Oak Brook Park District Indoor Sprint Triathlon- Sun. 3/4
at 7 a.m. 10 min. swim, 15 min. bike, 15 min. run. Oak Brook.
630-990-4233.
Fleadh 5k - Sat. 3/10 at 8 :30 a.m. USATF certified. Oak Forest.
708-687-4050, ext. 1043.
Run With the Pride 5K - Sat. 3/10 at 8 a.m. Benefits Mercy
Home. Arlington Heights. www.saintviator.com.
St. Paddys Day 5K Run/Walk - Sun. 3/11 at 9 a.m. USATF cer-
tified. Long Grove. 847-344-0681.
Fight for Air CLIMB
Sun. 3/11 at 7 a.m. 180 floors and 2,340 steps!
Benefits the American Lung Association
Presidential Towers, Chicago
312-445-2508
Running OThe Green - Sun. 3/11 at 8 a.m. 8K Run. USATF cer-
tified. Tinley Park. 708-342-4290.
Lisle Chamber Spring Sprint - Sun. 3/11 at 9 a.m. 5K/10K Run.
USATF certified. Lisle. 630-964-0052.
St. Paddys Day 5K- Sat. 3/17 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Bene-
fits health services for the needy. Naperville. 630-235-4844.
Life Time Fitness Indoor Triathlon - Sat. 3/17 at 2 p.m. 10
min. swim, 30 min. bike, 20 min. run. Romeoville. 630-393-2600.
St. Paddys Day 5k & Leprechaun Leap- Sun. 3/18 at 10 a.m.
5K Run/Walk. USATF certified. Benefiting Irish-American Her-
itage Center and Special Olympics. Chicago. 773-584-6613.
Life Time Fitness Indoor Triathlon - Sun. 3/18 at 7 a.m. 10
min. swim, 30 min bike, 20 min. run. Skokie. 630-393-2600.
Heritage Music 5K- Sat. 3/17 at 9 a.m. 5K and fun run. Homer.
217-896-2421.
March Madness Half Marathon - Sun. 3/18 at 8:35 a.m.
USATF certified. Cary. 814-353-7624.
Healthy Living 5K Run/Walk - Sat. 3/24 at 9 a.m. Palatine.
847-991-0333.
Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8k - Sun. 3/25 at 8:30
a.m. USATF certified. Grant Park, Chicago. 312-904-9814.
Blackberry Farms 5K Spring Gallop - Sat. 3/31 at 8:30 a.m.
USATF certified. Aurora. 630-264-7408.
Chicago Lakefront 50k George Cheung Memorial Race -
Sat. 3/31 at 8:30 a.m. USATF certified. Chicago. 847-648-8843.
Relay For Life - For all area events, please go to www.relay-
forlife.org/relay/findevent.
Chi Town Half Marathon and 10K- Sun. 4/1 at 8 a.m. USATF
certified. Benefits Special Olympics. Chicago. 847-344-0861.
Indoor Triathlon - Sun. 4/1 at 7 a.m. 10 min. swim; 20 min.
bike;15 min. run. Addison. 630-889-2150.
Race Thats Good for Life- Sun. 4/1 at 9 a.m. 5k run/walk and
kids mile. USATF and CARA certified. Oak Park. 708-476-8252.
Arny Johnson 10 m & 5K Runs - Sat. 4/7 at 8:30 a.m. USATF
certified. Benefits Habitat for Humanity. Rockford. 815-636-4573.
Chocolate Chase Rabbit 5k - Sat. 4/7 at 9 a.m. Run/walk.
USATF certified. Palos Heights. 708-361-1807.
Bunny Rock 5K - Sat. 4/7 at 9 a.m. Family fun 5K & more.
Chicago. 847-829-4536.
Egg Shell Shuffle - Sat. 4/7 at 8:30 a.m. Half marathon, 5K
Run/Walk. Benefits Juvenile Diabetes Research. Schaumburg.
815-529-5910.
Northwestern Spring 5K - Sat. 4/7 at 10 a.m. Benefits Special
Olympics. Evanston.740-607-6083.
St. Pius Shuffle 5K - Sat. 4/7 at 7 a.m. USATF certified. Lom-
bard. 630-627-4526.
Red Shoe Run 5k
Sat. 4/14 at 8 a.m.
Benefits Donor Awareness
Rock River Valley Blood Center
NIU Rockford Campus
815-398-9628 ~ redshoerun.org
Race to Wrigley - Sat. 4/14 at 8 a.m. 5k run. USATF certified.
Benefits Chgo. Cubs charities. Wrigley Field, Chicago. 773-868-
3010.
Take A Step for Kids - Sat. 4/14 at 9 a.m. 5/10k run & 5k walk.
USATF certified. Benefits victims of child abuse. Libertyville. 847-
968-3499.
Winfield Juniors Jog- Sat. 4/14 at 8 a.m. 5K, 1 mi. youth run
& kids dash. USATF certified. Winfield. 630-300-8485.
Cary Shuffle - Sat. 4/14 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk & kids events.
USATF certified. Cary. www.cary26foundation.org.
Rockdale Ramblin Run - Sat. 4/14 at 9 a.m. 10K Run. USATF
certified. Joliet. 815-741-7275 x206.
Go Green Bunny Dash 5k Sat. 4/14 at 8:30 a.m. 5k run, 1m
youth run, kids dash.USATF certified. Palatine. 847-829-4536.
Hornet Hustle - Sun. 4/15 at 8:20 a.m. 5k run 1m walk. USATF
certified. Proceeds benefit Hinsdale South Athletics. Darien. 708-
925-3484.
McHenry County Human Race - Sun. 4/15 at 9 a.m. 5K
Run/Walk. Benefits McHenry County charities. McHenry. 815-
344-4483.
Cougar Trail Trot - Sun. 4/15 at 8:30 a.m. 5K Trail Race & 1 m.
fun run. Naperville. jenngarri@gmail.com.
Life Time Fitness Indoor Triathlon - Sun. 4/15 at 7 a.m..10
min. swim, 30 min bike, 20 min. run. Burr Ridge. 630-230-0011.
Run Thru the Hills 5/10k - Sun. 4/15 at 8 a.m. 5 & 10K fun
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run/walk. Lake in the Hills. 847-960-7462.
5K Spring Shuffle
Sun. 4/15 at 8:30 a.m.
USATF certified
Centennial Park, Addison
630-833-0100 ~ addisonparks.org
NCO Spring Ahead 5/10k - Sun. 4/15 at 8 a.m. 5k/10k run, 5k
wheelchair and kids run. USATF certified. Naperville. 630-961-
2992x234.
5k for Earth Day - Sat. 4/21 at 7 a.m. Chicago. 847-829-4563.
Tiger 5k - Sat. 4/21 at 10 a.m. Chicago-land Speedway, Joliet.
815-727-6922.
Reach Out and Run 5k - Sat. 4/21 at 8 a.m. 5k run/walk and
kids run. USATF certified. Benefits Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
Libertyville. www.reachoutandrun5K.org
Shelter, Inc 5k Run/Walk 4 Kidz - Sat. 4/21 at 9 a.m. CARA
certified. Elk Grove Village. 847-590-6188 x21.
The Human Race- Sat. 4/21 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. USATF cer-
tified. Benefits non-profits in DuPage Cty. Wheaton. 847-427-
4373.
Life Time Fitness Indoor Triathlon - Sat. 4/21 at 2 p.m. 10
min. swim, 30 min bike, 20 min. run. Orland Park. 708-364-1651.
Wrigley Start Early Run- Sat. 4/21 at 9 a.m. 10k/5k run/walk
and kids dash. Benefiits Prevent Child Abuse America. Grant Park,
Chicago. USATF certified. 773-868-3010.
Spring into Fitness - Sat. 4/21 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/2 mi. Walk.
Palos Heights. www.active.com
Arbor Day 10K - Sun. 4/22 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Morton
Arboretum, Lisle. 630-719-5708.
Healthy Parks, Healthy Patients 5K
Sun. 4/22 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk, USATF certified
Benefits Hinsdale Parks & RML Specialty Hospital
Katherine Legge Memorial Park, Hinsdale
630-789-7095 ~ healthy5k.com
(See ad on p. 54)
Prairie View 5k - Sun. 4/22 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Morton
Grove. 847-965-1200.
Sheryls 5K- Sun. 4/22 at 8:30 a.m. Benefits Ovarian Cancer Re-
search Fund. Lisle. 630-241-0548.
Life Time Fitness Indoor Triathlon - Sun. 4/22 at 7 a.m. 10
min. swim, 30 min bike, 20 min. run. Algonquin. 847-458
6200.
Fox Trot 5k Run/Walk
Sat. 4/28 at 8 a.m.
5k run/walk & kids fun run, USATF certified
Benefits Batavia Public Schools
Riverwalk, Batavia
630-217-9416 ~ bataviamothersclub.org
CARAs Lakefront 10-Miler - Sat. 4/28 at 8 a.m. USATF certified.
Chicago. 312-666-9836.
Loop the Lakes 5K - Sat. 4/28 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. Vernon
Hills. 847-996-6935.
Husky Hustle - Sat. 4/28 at 8:30 a.m. 5K run/walk, 1 mile run.
CARA certified. Aurora. 630-636-8453
LTHS Foundation 5K Run/Walk - Sun. 4/29 at 8 a.m. USATF
certified. Lockport. 815-588-8121.
Ravenswood Run - Sun. 4/29 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Chicago.
773-561-3338.
Helen Keller 5K Run/Walk - Sun. 4/29 at 10 a.m. Benefits
Lions Club charities. Oak Lawn. 708-860-8909.
Celebrate Differences - Sun. 4/29 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk.
USATF certified. Oswego. 630-383-1776.
-RLQXV6DYH/LYHV
Run/Walk/Pledge for Donor Awareness!
Online registration available at redshoerun.org
The frst 500 registered participants will receive a free t-shirt!
Competitive 5-K Run
With Prizes
In 15 Age Divisions
Non Competitive Fitness Walk
For A Great Cause
Sat., April 14, 2012 Race Time 8am
NIURockford
8500 E. State St., Rockford, Il 61108
9
th
Annual
March for Babies - Sun. 4/29 at 8 a.m. Walk to benefit the
March of Dimes. Bolingbrook. 815-600-8086, Chicago at 7:30
a.m. 312-435-4007, Elk Grove Village at 8 a.m. 312-435-4007,
Riverwalk Grand Pavillion, Naperville at 8 a.m. 312-435-4007.
Equestrian Connection Trail Races. Sun. 4/29 at 8 a.m. Half
marathon, 5 mi, 2 mi. Lake Forest. 847-615-8696.
Walk & Run for Wishes - Sun. 4/29 at 78 a.m. 5K walk/run.
Benefits Make a Wish. Chicago. 312-602-9474.
Alivio y Salud Run for Health - Sun. 4/29 at 9 a.m. 5K adult
run, 5K kids run, 2K walk & kids dash. Chicago. 773-868-3010.
Walk & Roll Chicago - Sun. 4/29. 5k walk, 10m in-line skate or
15m bike along Chicagos lakefront. Benefits the American Can-
cer Society. 312-279-7261.
Still Shuffle
Sun. 4/29 5K at 9:30 a.m.
& 1m. Fun Run at 8:30 a.m.
Still Middle School, Aurora
630-375-3900 ~ stillshuffle.com
2nd 2 None 5K Run/Walk - Sun. 4/29 at 8 a.m. Benefits Aurora
Food Pantry. Aurora. 630-897-2127.
Cinco de Mayo
Fri. 5/4 5K Run & 1m Walk at 6:30 p.m.
Kids Fun Run at 5:30 p.m.
Romeoville Rec Dept., Romeoville
815-886-6222 ~ romeoville.org
Young Life Access 10K/5K - Sat. 5/5 at 9 a.m. Wheaton. 630-
544-6212.
Run For the Kids 5K- Sat. 5/5 at 9 a.m. USATF certified. Bene-
fits Easter Seals. Villa Park. 630-282-2029.
Tulip Time Run
Saturday, 5/5
5K at 8:00 a.m. & 10K at 9:00 a.m. EST
1K Kids Fun Run at 9:15 a.m.
Holland, Michigan
800-822-2770 ~ tuliptime.com/run2
[See ad on pg. 51 in GetAway Section
for info about the Tulip Time Festival]
Run to Remember - Sat. 5/5 at 8 a.m. 5k run/walk. USATF cer-
tified. Benefits Chicago Police Memorial. Chicago. 312-499-8899.
Live United 5K Run/Walk - Sat. 5/5 at 8 a.m. Benefits United
Way. Wheaton. 312- 906-2291.
Lake Park Family 5K - Sat. 5/5 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. Bene-
fits students recovering from domestic violence. Roselle. 630-
529-4500.
Walk & Roll Elgin- Sat. 5/5 at 8 a.m. 5k walk, 10m in-line skate
or 15m bike ride. Benefits the American Cancer Society. 630-879-
9009.
Bark in the Park 5k Walk - Sat. 5/5 at 9 a.m. With or without
your dog. Benefits Anti-Cruelty Society. Montrose Harbor,
Chicago. 312-644-8338.
Wisconsin Marathon - Sat. 5/5 at 7 a.m. Marathon, half
marathon. USATF certified. Kenosha, WI. 847-675-0200 x210.
Dollars For Scholars 5k Run/Walk - Sat. 5/5 at 9 a.m. Joliet
Junior College. 815-280-6690.
Cinco de Miler - Sat. 5/5 at 8 a.m. 5 mile race & fiesta. Chicago.
847-527-8834.
Great Western Half Marathon- Sun. 5/6 at 8 a.m. USATF cer-
tified. Benefits Special Olympics. St. Charles. 630-673-6060.
M MA AY Y
For more information visit:
www.stillshufe.com
APRIL 29th, 2012
1 Mile: 8:30AM | 5K: 9:30AM
All proceeds will beneft the
Still Middle School Fitness Center
Early Registration Fees:
(On or before 4/15/2012)
Individual One Mile Fun Run: $15
Individual 5K Run: $25
Family (4) One Mile Fun Run: $45 per family
Family (4) 5K: $70 per family
** Family of 5 or more, add $10 to
family registration fees.
** Registration after 4/15/2012
add $5 to registration fees.
630-323-5150 131 N. County Line Road Hinsdale, IL 60521
3K Walk 5K Walk 3K Fun Run 5K Fun Run
Special Thanks to our
Presenting Sponsor
wellnesshouse.org
SUNDAY, MAY 6, 2012, 8AM
ON-SITE X-RAY EQUIPMENT ON-SITE DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND
ON-SITE SURGICAL FACILITY ON-SITE PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR REHABILITATION
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ADULTS, CHILDREN & SENIORS
FOOT & ANKLE CARE
Bunions
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Plantar Fasciitis
Ingrown Toenails
Foot & Ankle
Fractures
Sports Medicine
Sports Injuries
Flatfeet/Children
& Adults
Corns
Calluses
Plantar Warts
Fungus Nails
Diabetic Foot Health
Prescription Orthotics
NEW PATIENTS ACCOMMODATED
FOR SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS
3540 Seven Bridges Drive Suite 290, Woodridge 60517
PH: 630-852-8522 www. f oot andankl ewel l ness. com
Walk for Wellness House
Sun. 5/6. 5K & 3K walk/run at 8 a.m.
Supports Free Programs for Cancer
Patients and their Families
Wellness House, Hinsdale
630-323-5150 ~ www.wellnesshouse.org
C4Miles-Step Up for Mental Health - Sun. 5/6 at 8 a.m. 4m
run & 2m walk. USATF certified. Benefits Community Counsel-
ing Centers of Chicago. Chicago. 773 765-0809.
First Midwest Bank Southwest Half Marathon- Sun. 5/6 at
7:30 a.m. 1/2m Walk n Rollfor special needs kids. Proceeds to
benefit South West Special Recreation Assoc. USATF certified.
Palos Heights. 708-448-9200.
Home Team Charity Run - Sun. 5/6 at 8 a.m. 10K Run & 5K
Run/Walk. USATF & CARA certified. U.S Cellular Field, Chicago.
312-943-5959.
JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk - Sat. 5/5 at 9 a.m. 5K & 1 m.
kids race. USATF certified. Joliet. 815-280-2218.
MS Walk- Sun. 5/6 at 9 a.m. Many locations throughout Illinois.
For location near you call 1-800-FIGHTMS.
Race 4 Rett - Sun. 5/6 at 7 a.m. 5K/ Youth mile/ 100 yd. dash.
Benefits rett syndrome research. Lyons. 708-404-0267.
Backbones 5K Run, Walk & Roll - Sun. 5/6 at 8:30 a.m. USATF
certified. Benefits research for spinal cord injuries. Prospect
Heights. 847-871-7348.
Lake Geneva Marathon and Associated Races - Sat. 5/12
at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K.
Lake Geneva, WI. 262-275-3577.
Groovin in the Grove 5K
Sat. 5/12 at 9 a.m.
5k/1k run & kids races, CARA Registered
Benefits Sharing Connection Furniture Bank
Midwestern University, Downers Grove
630-971-6401 ~ signmeup.com/80887
Advocate Good Samaritan Quarryman 10 mi. and 5K- Sat.
5/12 at 7:30 a.m. USATF certified. Lemont. 630-243-7111.
Apple Blossom Run
Saturday, 5/12 at 8 a.m.
5k walk/10k run/Kids races
Bartlett Park District
630-540-4800 ~ bartlettparks.org
Move For the Kids - Sat. 5/12 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. Benefits
Childrens Memorial Hospital. Chicago. 773-880-4237.
Magellan Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 10k- Sat. 5/12
at 7 a.m. USATF certified. Chicago. 773-404-2372.
Bridge to Bridge Race 10K and 5K - Sat. 5/12 at 7 a.m. Ben-
efits TriCity Family Services. Batavia. 630-853-1927.
The Pink 5K
Sat. 5/12 at 8 a.m. USATF & CARA certified
Benefits Breast Cancer Awareness
Oak Brook Park District
630-990-4233 ~ obparks.org
Walk Now for Autism Speaks - Sat. 5/12 at 8 a.m. Proceeds go
to fund Autism research. Soldier Field, Chicago. 224-567-8573.
Breakthrough for Brain Tumors 5K - Sat. 5/12 at 8 a.m. 5k
run/walk. CARA certified. Supporting American Brain Tumor re-
search. Chicago. 800-886-1281.
Nancy Young Run for Fun - Sat. 5/12 at 8:30 a.m. 5K & 1mi.
Family Run/Walk. USATF certified. Benefits Nancy Young Elem.
School PTA. Aurora. 630-375-3800.
LifeTime Fitness Run Wild 5k - Sat. 5/12 at 8 a.m. 5k-Kids
1k. Brookfield Zoo. 630-393-2600x314.
Get Your Rear in Gear 5K - Sun. 5/13 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk &
kids fun run. Benefits colon & rectal cancer research. Oak Park.
219-688-4766.
Mothers Day 5K Run/Walk- Sun. 5/13 at 8 a.m. USATF certi-
fied. Barrington. 847-344-0861.
Run Like a Mother
Sun. 5/13 Women Only 5K at 8:30 a.m.
& Kids 1 mi. Race at 8:00 a.m.
Benefits Bridge Communities
Downtown Hinsdale ~ runlikeamotherrace.com
Feets of Strength 5k- Sun. 5/13 at 9 a.m. USATF certified. 5k
run/walk, 1m and kids dash. Geneva. 630-742-4393.
Y-Me Race at your Pace- Sun. 5/13 at 8 a.m. 5k run, 1m & 3m
walk. USATF certified. Benefits Y-Me National Breast Cancer Or-
ganization. Grant Park, Chicago. 877-963-7223.
Lilac Time Mutt Strut 5K-Sat., 5/19 at 8 a.m. Lilacia Park, Lom-
bard. 630-620-7322
Bridge Walk - Sat. 5/19 at 8:30 a.m. 5k walk to benefit Living-
Well Cancer Resource Center. Fabyan Park, Geneva. 630-262-
1111.
Run for the Roses- Sat. 5/19 at 8 a.m. 5k run/walk. Benefits the
Park District Scholarship Fund. LaGrange Park. 708-354-4580.
Just Run 5K- Sat. 5/19 at 9 a.m. Carol Stream Town Center. 630-
784-6100 or 630-665-3316.
Race for Diversity - Sat. 5/19 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. USATF
certified. Northwestern University, Evanston. 847-491-7200.
Apollo 5K- Sat. 5/19 at 8 a.m. Homewood. 708-799-1323.
Arthritis Walk 5K/1m - Sat. 5/19 Lincoln Park, Chicago. 312-
880-4735
WESTERN
SPRINGS
35
TH
ANNUAL
TOWER
TROT
SATURDAY, MAY 26, 2012
10k at 8:30am 5k at 9:30am
Registration at Recreation Offce,
1500 Walker or call 708-246-9070
Register online at:
www.signmeupsports.com
USATF Certifed
A CARA Registered Race
CARA 5 Year Divisions
bearnecessities.org
FOX TROT
5K RUN/WALK
April 28, 2012 Batavia, IL
Course: Batavia Riverwalk, corner of
Island Ave. & Houston St., Batavia, IL
Race Day Registration/Packet Pick-up:
Fri 5:00-7:30 PM or Sat 6:30 - 7:40 AM
(Batavia City Hall)
Run Start Time: 8:00 AM
Walk Start Time: 8:05 AM
Kids Fun Run Start: 9:00 AM
$3.00 Discount for CARA Members
For more information and
registration details, please visit
www.bataviamothersclub.org.
Pre-register online @ signmeup.com/80821
Splish Splash Half Marathon and 8k - Sun. 5/20 at 7:30 a.m.
Gurnee. 847-829-4536.
Chicagoland Spring and Half Marathon- Sun. 5/20 at 7:15
a.m. USATF certified. Schaumburg. 847-344-0861.
Battle of the Badge 5K - Sun. 5/20 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk.
Palatine. 847-809-5354.
Promise Walk - Sun. 5/20 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. Benefits
Preeclampsia research. Elk Grove Village. 847-644-2247.
Seven Bridges Season Starters - Sun. 5/20 at 8 a.m.
10m/5K/1m. USATF certified. Woodridge. 630-960-7080.
Run for Reading 5k- Sun. 5/20 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Ben-
efits the Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy. Naperville.
630-527-1100.
Annie Ryan Run - Sun. 5/20 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk & kids 1 mi.
dash. Benefits Midwest Childrens Brain Tumor Center. Elmhurst.
847-723-5183.
National Heritage Corridor 25K Run - Sun. 5/20 at 8 a.m.
USATF certified. Channahon. www.daverun@aol.com.
Rockford Marathon - Sun. 5/20 at 7 a.m. Marathon, Half
marathon & 10K. USATF & CARA certified. Rockford. 773-584-
6638.
Stepping Up to Wellness- Sun. 5/20 at 8:30 a.m. 5K Run/Walk
& i mi. Family Walk.. Libertyville. Benefits Cancer Wellness Cen-
ter of Northbrook. 847-509-9595.
Merrell Down and Dirty Chicago - Sun. 5/20 at 8 a.m. 10K/5K
Mud Run. Gilberts. 818-707-8866 x31.
Road Scholars 5k Race/Walk - Sun. 5/20 at 9 a.m. 5K & Kids
fun run. Rosary High School, Aurora. 630-896-0831.
March for Babies - Sun. 5/20 at 7 a.m. Walk to benefit the
March of Dimes. Crystal Lake 815-397-0097.
Darien Dash - Sun. 5/20 at 8:30 a.m. 5/10K run & 1m kids
run/walk. Darien. 630-968-0004.
J.P. Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge - Thurs. 5/24 at 7
p.m. 5K Run. Chicago. 847-673-4100.
Chase to the Taste - Sat. 5/19 at 8 a.m. 5k family fun run & 1
m. kids run. Glen Ellyn. 630-858-0100.
Western Springs Tower Trot
Saturday, 5/26 10K at 8:30 a.m.
5K at 9:30 a.m.
CARA & USATF certified
Western Springs
708-246-9070 ~ signmeupsports.com
Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10m- Sat. 5/26 at 7:30 a.m.
10m run, Kids Blitz & Hut Hut Hike. USATF certified. Benefits
American Cancer Society. Soldier Field, Chicago. 773-561-3338.
Elgin Valley Fox Trot - Sat. 5/26 at 7:30 a.m. 10m/5k run & a
2m fun walk. Elgin. 847-214-5413.
Race for Sincere Hearts - Sat. 5/26 at 9 a.m. 5k race. USATF
certified. Palatine. vrm24@georgetown.edu
St. Judes Race to the Flag 5K- Sun. 5/27 at 7:45 a.m. USATF
certified. Ty Warner Park, Westmont. 630-878-4507.
Salute, Inc 5K/10K run & 5K walk - Sun. 5/27 at 8 a.m. USATF
certified. Arlington Heights. 847-359-8811.
MB Financials Bike the Drive - Sun. 5/27 at 7:30 a.m. Lake
Shore Drive, Chicago. 312-427-3325x251.
BAPA Ridge Run - Mon. 5/28 at 8 a.m. 10K, 5K, youth mile.
USATF certified. Benefits Beverly Area Planning Assoc. Chicago.
773-233-3100.
Hoof It For Hephzibah - Mon. 5/28 at 8 a.m. 5k family fun
run/walk. Benefits the Hephzibah Childrens Association. Glen
Ellyn. 630-858-3023.
Foot Mechanics Memorial Day Mile - Mon. 5/28. St. Charles.
For dogs & owners. Benefits Salute, Inc. and Save-A-Vet. 630-
955-0855.
Pathways 5K Run/Walk- Sat. 6/2 at 8:30 a.m. USATF certified.
Glenview. 847-510-5633.
Race at Your Pace 5K - Sat.6/2. at 9 a.m. Wood Dale 630-595-
9333.
Stop the Traffic - Sat. 6/2. 5K Run/Walk. Batavia. 630-338-
9076.
Humboldt 5/10K Walk for a Dream, Runfor a Future - Sat.
6/2 at 9 a.m. Chicago. 773-384-2200.
Run For The Animals - Sat. 6/2 at 7:30 a.m. 5k/10k run and
kids run. Benefits Cosley Zoo. Wheaton. 630-510-5135.
Lew Blond Memorial 5k - Sat. 6/2 at 8 a.m. 5k run/walk. CARA
& USATF certified. Benefits ALS research. Northbrook. 847-498-
4190.
Great Steps for NF - Sat. 6/2 at 9 a.m. 3k walk benefits IIlinois
Neurofibromatosis Midwest. Naperville Riverwalk. 630-945-
3562.
AVON Walk for Breast Cancer - Sat. 6/2 thru Sun. 6/3. Day 1
- up to 26.2m; day 2 - up to 13.1m walk. Chicago. 773-248-3120.
Sweetness 5K & 8K Run/Walk - Sat. 6/2 at 8a.m. Yorkville High
School. 847-605-0034.
Coris Triathlon - Sat. 6/2 at 8 a.m. Swim, Bike, Run. Promoting
healthy habits & fun physical activity for kids ages 6-14. Oak
Brook. 630-990-4233. www.obparks.org/coris.
Dash for Detection 5K - Sat. 6/2 at 9:30a.m. 5K run/walk to
benefit Michael Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. Chicago.
773-726-7766.
RunninWith the Horses - Sat. 6/2 at 4 p.m. 5K race. Balmoral
Park, Crete. 708-672-1414.
Roselle Run for the Roses - Sun. 6/3 at 8 a.m. 5k and youth
race. Roselle. Benefits Tourette Syndrome Assoc. 630-529-3400.
YMCA Fox Valley Half Marathon - Sun. 6/3 at 7 a.m. USATF
certified. Plano. 630-552-4100.
Home Run 5K - Sun. 6/3 at 8 a.m. 5K run/walk & kids 1/2 mi.
Schaumburg. 847-490-7015.
Run for the Zoo - Sun. 6/3 at 8 a.m. 10k run, 5k run/walk &
kids races. USATF certified. Benefits the Lincoln Park Zoo. Chicago.
773-868-3010.
Indian Boundary YMCA Commit to be Fit - 5/10k Run/Walk
- Sun. 6/3 at 8 a.m. CARA certified. Downers Grove. 630-929-
2432.
Wellness Place Community Cancer Walk/Run- Sun. 6/3 at
8:30 a.m. 5K Fun Run & 1 mi. Walk. Palatine. 847-241-5975.
La Grange Rocks 5k - Fri. 6/8 at 7 p.m. 5k run/walk/kids run.
CARA & USATF certified. La Grange. 708-579-5898.
Dash for the Dogs - Sat. 6/9 at 8 a.m. 5K Run & 1 mi. fun run
for kids and their pets. Barrington. 847-961-5541.
St. Norbert Block Party 5k - Sat. 6/9 at 8 a.m. CARA & USATF
certified. Northbrook. 847-272-7090.
Summertime Stride 5K - Sat. 6/9 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk &
Kids dash. USATF certified. Mokena. 708-390-2401.
13.1 Half Marathon- Sat. 6/9 at 7 a.m. 13.1m & 5k. USATF cer-
tified. Chicago. 77-357-5467.
Fight for Air Ride
Fri., Sat., Sun., 6/8-6/10
Trekkers can ride 2 or 3 days
from Crystal Lake, IL to Lake Geneva, WI.
Benefits research for
The American Lung Association
1-800-LUNG USA
312-781-1100 ~ FightForAirRide.org
Run for the Stars 5K- Sat. 6/9 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Ben-
efits people with disabilities. Wheaton. 630-668-6411 x178.
North Shore Half Marathon- Sun. 6/10 at 7 a.m. 13.1m & 5k.
J J U U N NE E
23
rd
ANNUAL
Saturday, May 12, 2012
START: 9 A.M.
Registration:
Before April 1 $27, After April 1, $30, Race Day $35
Age Group Awards
Top 3 Male/Female cash prizes $100, $60, $40
CARA Registered Race
All Proceeds are donated to:
Sharing Connections Furniture Bank
(www.sharingconnections.org)
Performance T-Shirts for All Pre-Registered
For More Info Call: 630.971.6401
Email: devans@midwestern.edu
Online Registration with no surcharge at:
www.signmeup.com/80887
google.com/site/groovininthegrove5K/home
USATF certified. Benefits Misericordia Heart of Mercy. Highland
Park. 773-395-2929 x104.
SheROX Triathlon - Sun. 6/10 at 7 a.m. 750m swim, 22.8k bike,
5k run. Naperville. www.sheroxtri.com.
Chicagoland Tour de Cure - Sun. 6/10 at 6 a.m. Benefits Dia-
betes Research. Wheaton-Warrenville High School. 312-346-
1805 x6568.
Run For the Cops - Sun. 6/10 at 8 a.m. 10K race. USATF certi-
fied. Palos Park. 708-424-6749.
Lake in the Hills Triathlon - Sun. 6/10 at 6:30 a.m. 1/2 mi.
swim; 15 mi. bike; 4 mi. run. Lake in the Hills. 847-960-7461.
F.A.B 5K- Sun. 6/10 at 9 a.m. Benefits Breast Cancer Awareness.
Arlington Heights. 773-710-6554.
Ronald McDonald Childrens Hospital at Loyola 5K
Run/Walk - Sun. 6/10 at 8 a.m. 5K & 1K kids fun run. Maywood.
708-216-9000.
Batavia Triathlon/Duathlon - Sun. 6/10 at 6:30 a.m. USATF
certified. Batavia. 630-621-6807.
Downers Grove 5 Miler
Sunday, 6/24 at 8:30 a.m.
CARA Certified
Run through scenic Downers Grove
Lincoln Center, Downers Grove
630-963-1300 ~ dgparks.org
Old Canal Days 5K Race - Sat. 6/16 at 8 a.m. USATF certified.
5K, Kids mile. Lockport. 815-838-1183 x 208.
33rd Annual Woodstock Challenge - Sat. 6/16 at 8 a.m.
10k/5k. USATF certified. Woodstock. 815-338-4363.
5K for Batavia United Way- Sat. 6/16 at 8 a.m. 5K Run/Walk.
CARA certified. Batavia. 630-879-4041.
Chicago Late Night Glo Run - Sat. 6/16 at 9:30 p.m. 6K
Run/Walk. Chicago.847-344-0861.
Warrior Dash-Midwest - Sat. & Sun. 6/16 & 17 at 8 a.m. Ob-
stacle course. Channahon.773-687-4595.
Daisy Dash- Sun. 6/17 at 8 a.m. 5k & kids run. USATF certified.
Clarendon Hills. 773-617-8408.
Ricky Byrdsong Memorial 5k/10k - Sun. 6/17 at 7:30 a.m.
10k run, 5k run/walk and youth mile. Evanston. 847-864-8445.
YOUth Make a Difference Run - Sun. 6/17 at 8 a.m. 5K
Run/Walk. Glenview. 847-729-5605.
Proud to Run- Sat. 6/23 at 8 a.m. 10k, 5k Run/Walk. CARA cer-
Raider Classic - Sat.6/23 at 7:30 a.m. 10K, 5K and 1 mi. fun run.
Quincy. 217-257-6227.
Bike MS: Tour de Farms - Sat. 6/23 - Sun. 6/24. 175 mile ride
through scenic farmlands. Benefits Multiple Sclerosis Society. NIU
Convocation Center, Dekalb. 312-423-1140. Buds Run 5k
Run/Walk - Sat. 6/23 at 8 a.m. 5k run/walk & 1k kids run. Ben-
efiting Sarcoma Foundation. Carol Stream. 630-466-0809.
Burr Ridge 5K Run/Walk- Sat. 6/23 at 8 a.m. Benefits Turning
Pointe Autism Foundation. Sponsored by by Right Fit Sports. Burr
Ridge. 630-850-4050.
Little Friends Step Up for Autism Walk - Sun. 6/24 at 8:30
a.m. Benefits programs for children and adults with autism.
Naperville. 630-355-6533.
Wauconda Fest 10k/5k - Sun. 6/24 at 8:05 a.m. Wauconda.
USATF certified. 847-526-3610.
Centegra HealthBridge Road Runners 5k- Sun. 6/24 at 7:30
a.m. 5k, 1m & kids races. Huntley. 847-802-7010.
Rainbows Summer Sunset Run 10k/5k- Sun. 6/24 at 4 p.m.
CARA & USATF certified. Schaumburg. 847-361-9912.
Dirty Girl Mud Run - Sat. 6/30 at 8 a.m. 5K obstacle course.
Grayslake. 800-370-0179.
Community Bank of Elmhurst 4 on the 4th - Wed. 7/4 at
7:15 a.m. 4m run & 1k kids race. USATF certified. Elmhurst. 630-
269-4872.
Great Western Freedom 4 - Wed. 7/4 at 8 a.m. 4m. CARA &
USATF certified. St Charles. 630-803-8328.
Red, White & Boom 5K - Wed. 7/4 at 8 a.m. 5K race & kids
dash. USATF certified. Lincolnshire. 847-615-9209.
Firecracker 5K Run/Walk
Wed. 7/4 at 8 a.m. 5K and kids runs
Certified {Scenic} Course IL-09121-JW
Rec Center, Warrenville
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Event: 1 Mile Run/Walk
Cost: $12 (If registered by June 23, Saturday)
$20 Race Day Registration (7:00-7:45 am)
Event: 5K Race
Cost: $18 (If registered by June 23, Saturday)
$25 Race Day Registration (7:00-7:45 am)
Call Sandwich Park District at 815-786-8044 or
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Run For Freedom- Wed. 7/4 at 9 a.m. 5K run. Flossmoor. 708-
799-1323.
Stampede Run- Sun. 7/8 at 7:30 a.m. 10K Run/ 5K Run & Walk/
1/4 m. dash. USATF certified. Arlington Heights. 847-577-8572.
Freedom Run 5K Race & 1 mi. Run/Walk
Sun. 7/8 at 8 a.m.
Knights Park, Sandwich
815-786-8044 ~ sandwichparkdistrict.org
Lake Zurich Triathlon - Sun. 7/8 at 6:45 a.m. USATF certi-
fied. Paulus Park, Lake Zurich. 847-727-2681.
Triathlon, Duathlon and Youth Duathlon
Sun. 7/8 at 6:30 a.m. Schaumburg. 847-490-7015.
Race to Taste - Thu. 7/12. 5k run. Grant Park, Chicago. 312-
744-7430.
Bastille Day 5K Run, Walk & Block Party - Thurs. 7/12 at
7:15 p.m. Celebrate all things french! Benefits Mercy Home
for Boys & Girls. Chicago. 773-868-3010.
CDH Winfield Run - Sun. 7/15 at 8 a.m. 10K Run & 5K
Walk/Run. Winfield Park District. 630-653-6877.
Sundowner 5K - Thu. 7/19 7:15 p.m. 5K, 1 mi. junior jog.
USATF and CARA certified. Joliet. 815-741-7275.
Alexian Brothers Fitness For America Sports Festival -
Sat.& Sun. 7/21-22. Half marathon, 5k, kids races and more.
Hoffman Estates. 847-344-0861.
Sams Club Waterfall Glen Xtreme 10 - Sat. 7/21 at 7:30
a.m. 10m and kids runs CARA and USATF certified. Darien.
708-250-0755.
Run for Hunger - Sun. 7/22 at 8 a.m. 5k Run/Walk & 1.2 m.
fun run. USATF certified. Elmhurst. 630-833-6600.
Alexian Brothers Inline Marathon - Sun. 7/22. 8 a.m. 10k,
half marathon, or marathon, & kids events. Benefits the Spe-
cial Olympics. Hoffman Estates. 847-344-0861.
X Sports Fitness Rock & Roll Half Marathon - Sun. 7/22
at 6:30 a.m. USATF certified. Benefits American Cancer Soci-
ety. Chicago.800-311-1255.
Summer Sunset 5K - Wed. 7/25 at 6:15 p.m. 5K Run/Walk
& youth run. Geneva. foxrivertrailrunners.org.
Run for Gus - Thurs. 7/26 at 6:30 p.m. - 5K Run, 1 mi. walk
& kids dash. USATF certified. Benefits brain cancer research.
Chicago. 773-880-6871.
Beat the Heat 5K - Sat. 7/28 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. Bene-
fits American Cancer Society. Orland Park.
www.4teeacres.com
HolidayMan2012 - Sun.7/29 at 7 a.m. USA Triathlon sanc-
tioned.700 yd. swim, 17.6 bike, 3.3 mi. run. Lake Holiday,
Somonauk. 815-993-7457.
Alexian Brothers Tour of Elk Grove International Cy-
cling Classic - Fri. 8/3- Sun. 8/5. Benefits Villages Soldier Me-
morial Fund. Elk Grove Village. 773-868-3010.
CowaLUNGa - Sat. 8/4 - Mon. 8/6 Three-day, 190 mile cycling
trek from Gurnee to Hubertus, WI. Benefits the Respiratory
Health Assoc. 312-628-0212.
Blue Hawaiian 5K - Sat. 8/4 at 8 a.m. USATF & CARA certified.
Bensenville. 630-766-7015.
Susan G. Komen 3 Day- 8/10-10/12. Walk 60 miles in 3 days.
Benefits Breast Cancer research. Chicago. 800-996-3DAY.
Champions Run 5/10K - Sat 8/11 at 8 a.m. a.m. USATF cer-
Rally for Autism 5k - Sat. 8/11 at 9 a.m. CARA certified. Lib-
ertyville. 847-543-4502.
Bob Leonard 5K Run - Sat. 8/11 at 8 a.m. USATF certified.
Walk-a-thon at 9:30 a.m. Benefits the River Corridor. St.
Charles. 630-418-5309.
Lymphoma-thon - Sun. 8/12 at 10 a.m. 5k. USATF certified.
Chicago. 773-868-3010.
Fleet Feet Sports Elvis is Alive 5k- Thurs. 8/16 at 6:45 p.m.
Chicago. 773-561-3338.
Walk For Lupus Now- Sat. 8/18 at 9 a.m. Naperville. Bene-
fits the Lupus Foundation. 312-542-0006.
Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon- Sun. 8/19 at 7 a.m. 250
yd. swim/6.2 mi. bike/2 mi. run. Woodridge. 630-353-3329.
De Kalb Corn Classic 10K - Sat 8/25 at 7:30 a.m. 10K Run &
3K Walk/Run. USATF and CARA certified. DeKalb. 815-200-
1056.
Fleet Feet Sports Super Sprint Triathlon- Sat. 8/25 at 7:30
a.m. .25m swim, 10k bike ride, 2.5m run. Foster Ave. Beach,
Chicago. 773-404-2372.
Peapod Half Madness 13.1 and 6.2 - Sun. 8/26. 7 a.m.
CARA & USATF certified. Batavia. 630-306-8604.
TREK Womens Triathlon Series - Sun. 8/26 at 7 a.m.. m
swim, 12m bike ride, and 3.1m run. Pleasant Prairie, WI. 877-
221-9665.
LifeTime Fitness Chicago Triathlon - Sun. 8/26 at 6 a.m.
.75k swim, 22k bike ride, 5k run. Monroe Harbor, Chicago. 773-
404-2372.
Sunset 5k - Fri. 8/31 at 7 p.m. 5k run & 2m walk. Lake in the
Hills. 847-960-7462.
Relay For Life - For all area events, please go to www.re-
layforlife.org/relay/findevent.
Buffalo Grove Stampede - Sun. 9/2 at 8 a.m. 10k run & 5k
run/walk. USATF certified. Buffalo Grove. 847-850-2125.
Schaumburg Shuffle 5K - Mon. 9/3 at 8 a.m. USATF certi-
fied. Kids mile fun run. Schaumburg. 847-209-7844.
The Oak Brook Half Marathon - Mon. 9/3 at 7 a.m. USATF
certified. Oak Brook. 708-386-4660.
Run/Walk for DuPage PADS - Sat. 9/8 at 8 a.m. 10k/5k run
& 3k walk. Wheaton. 630-682-3846.
Flossmoor 5K - Sat. 9/8 at 8 a.m. Flossmoor. 708-799-1323.
Long Grove Heritage Race - Sat. 9/8 at 8:30 a.m. 5k run-3k
walk. USATF certified. Long Grove. 847-438-8751.
Shorewood Scoot 5k - Sat. 9/8 at 8:30 a.m. USATF certified.
Benefits pediatric cancer research. Shorewood. 815-725-7133.
Irish Jig Jog - Sat. 9/8 at 7:30 a.m. Also Family Fun Run &
Leprechaun Lap. West Dundee. 847-426-4808.
Lake Geneva Triathlon - Sat. 9/8 at 6:15 a.m. Swim, bike,
run. Edgewater Park. 262-275-3577.
Naperville Trails Half Marathon- Sun. 9/9 at 8 a.m. USATF
certified. Naperville. 847-344-0861.
Chicago Half Marathon and 5K - Sun. 9/9 at 7 a.m. USATF
certified. Chicago. 773-357-5467.
Chase the Bear - Sun. 9/9 at 8 a.m. 10K, 5K & 1 mi.
run/walk. CARA certified. Glenview. 547-657-9977.
Walk For Lupus Now- Sun.9/9 at 9 a.m..Chicago. Benefits
the Lupus Foundation. 312-542-0006.
Walk to End Alzheimers - Sun. 9/9 at 8 a.m. Benefits
Alzheimers research. Chicago. 847-933-2413.
Race Judicata Sprint for Justice - Thurs.9/13 at 6:30p.m.
5K run/walk benefits Volunteer Legal Services Foundation.
Chicago. 773-868-3010.
Run the Shores at Lake Barrington- Sat. 9/15 at 8 a.m. 5K
& 1m. Barrington. 847-382-1660.
Firefly Run - Sat. 9/15 at 7:30 p.m. 5K Run/Walk. Chicago.
972-965-2750.
Community Bank MakinTracks 5K Walk/Run - Sat. 9/15
at 8 a.m. USATF certified. River Forest. 708-366-6660 x105.
Fall Fitness 5K - Sat. 9/15 at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Carol
Stream. 630-784-6100.
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Anthony Leazzo, DO | Abrar Husain, MD
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Family Medicine | Sports Medicine
Dr. Anthony Leazzo
Dr. Abrar Husain
Baseball and softball are great sports
and some of Americas favorite pastime
activities. Injuries can happen despite
even the best eforts to minimize them.
There are a few things that can be done
to reduce the chance of injury.
The number one preventative measure
is to ensure proper form and execution
of the pitch. This can be accomplished
with pitching coaches or at a facility
videotaping pitching drills.
Next is to identify fatigue points. A
fatigue point is the time when a pitcher
loses the ability to throw both fast
and accurate pitches. This is a critical
point especially for softball pitchers
since there are no standardized pitch
counts. The cartilage of the shoulder
can be damaged with repetitive throws
if softball pitchers struggle for long
periods of time.
Baseball pitch counts are crucial and
now officially regulated for little league.
Until a pitcher is 16 years old, they
should concentrate on two pitches;
the fast ball and the change up. This
will decrease the stress on the elbow
that occurs with all other pitch types.
If an injury is suspected, consult your
doctor or a sports medicine physician.
Further information can be found at
www.LittleLeague.org.
What can be done to decrease a pitchers chance of injury?
Life Time Fitness Kids Triathlon Sun. 9/16 at 8:30 a.m.
Open to kids 7-14 years old. Swim, bike & run. Warrenville. 630-
393-2600 x314.
Fox Valley Marathon - Sun. 9/16 at 7 a.m. Also half marathon
& 20 mi. USATF certified. St. Charles. 630-549-3070.
Tri Smart 101 -Sun. 9/16 at 7 a.m. Bike ride with 25, 40, 60 &
101 mi. routes. Benefits Breast Cancer Fund. New Lenox. 708-
466-2379.
Caribbean Sounds Race - Sun. 9/16 at 8:30 a.m. 10K Run, 5K
Run/Walk. Benefits Sarcoidosis research. Chicago. 202-556-3966.
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure - Sat. 9/22 at 8:15 a.m.
10k/5k run & 1 mile walk. USATF certified. Benefits the Susan G.
Komen Foundation. Chicago. 773-444-0061.
Run for the Mind 10k/5k - Sat. 9/22 at 9 a.m. CARA certified.
Wheaton. 630-752-0066.
Park Ridge Charity Classic 5k - Sat. 9/22 at 8 a.m. USATF cer-
tified. Park Ridge. 847-845-5806.
Buds Run - Sat. 9/22 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run. Lake
Villa. 847-356-2116.
Stop Child Trafficking Now 5K - Sat. 9/22 at 9:30 a.m. Lake-
wood Creek Elementary, Montgomery, IL630-639-7110. Mem-
ory Walk - Sun. 9/23 at 8 a.m. 5k walk. Benefits Alzheimers
Disease. Naperville Riverwalk. 847-744-0804.
Run to Read- Sun. 9/23 at 8 a.m. 5k run/walk, 1m family fun
walk. USATF certified. Schaumburg. 847-357-5028.
Histio Heroes 5k Sun. 9/23 at 9 a.m. USATF certified.Benefits
Histiocytosis Assoc. Batavia. 773-343-7660.
Fort 2 Base Race
Sun. 9/23
10 Nautical Miles (11.5 mi.) at 7 a.m.
& 3 Nautical Miles (3.45 mi.) at 7:15 a.m.
Great Lakes Naval Station , North Chicago
fort2base.com
Walk to End Alzheimers - Sun. 9/23 at 8 a.m. Benefits
Alzheimers research. Naperville. 847-933-2413.
Quad Cities Marathon and Festival of Races - Sun. 9/23
at 7 a.m. USATF certified. Benefits prostate cancer research.
Moline. 309-751-9800.
Zoo Run Run - Sun. 9/23 at 8:30 a.m. 5K & 3K walk. Brook-
field Zoo. 708-688-8000.
Alpine Races Half Marathon & 5K run/walk - Sun. 9/23
at 7:30 a.m.USATF certified. Lake Zurich. 847-567-1871.
Metro Chicago Start! Heart Walk - Fri. 9/28. at 11 a.m. 1
& 3 mile walk. Chicago Benefits American Heart Association.
312-346-4675.
AIDS Run-Walk Chicago - Sat. 9/29 at 8;30 a.m. 5k
run/walk. USATF certified. Chicago. 773-868-3010.
Midtown 5k Run & Walk - Sat. 9/29 at 8:30 a.m. USATF cer-
tified. Palatine. 847-991-4646.
Walk to End Alzheimers - Sat. 9/29 at 8 a.m. Benefits
Alzheimers research. Highland Park. 847-933-2413.
Easter Seals Walk With Me - Sat. 9/29 at 8:30 a.m. 2m
walk. Rockford. 312-491-4118.
Run for the Bear 10k/5k - Sun. 9/30 at 8:30 a.m. USATF
certified. Benefits Bear Necessities pediatric cancer founda-
tion Algonquin. 847-532-7402.
Mind Over Miles - Sun. 9/30 at 7 a.m. 8K run & 1 m. fun
run/walk. USATF certified. New Lenox. 815-485-4241.
Bucktown 5k - Sun. 9/30 at 8:30 a.m. USATF certified.
Chicago. 773-395-2929 x104.
Plainfield Harvest 5k - Sun. 9/30 at 9 a.m. 5k fun run/walk.
Kids 2k at 8:15 am. Plainfield. 815-436-4431.
Barkapalooza Walkathon - Sun. 9/30. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Walkathon & pet expo. Benefits West Suburban Humane So-
ciety. Lisle Community Park. 630-960-9600.
MMRF - Race for Research 5k - Sun. 9/30 at 9 a.m.Lincoln
Park, Chicago. 203-652-0238.
Blood, Sweat & Tears Charity Bike Ride - Sun. 9/30 at 7
a.m. 5, 20, 45, 62 or 100 miles. Highland Park. Benefits
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 312-568-7725
Fall Color 5k Run/Walk - Sun. 9/30 at 8 a.m. 5k and 9 a.m.
kids dash. USATF certified. Morton Arboretum, Lisle. 630-968-
0074.
Prairie State Marathon & Half Marathon - Sat. Oct.6 at 8
a.m. USATF certified. Libertyville. 847-344-0861.
Giant Steps 5K Autism Awareness Run/Walk - Sat. 10/6
at 10 a.m. Warrenville. 630-864-3800.
Trinity Triumph - Sat. 10/6. 5K Run/Walk & 1K Walk. USATF
certifed. New Lenox. 815-717-3750.
Bank of America Chicago Marathon - Sun.10/7 at 7:30
a.m. Chicago. 312-904-9800.
Run the Beat 5K - Sat. 10/13 at 9 a.m. USATF certified. Ben-
efits Special Olympics. Morris. 815-942-2131.
Itasca OktoberFast 5K Run/Walk - Sat. 10/13 at 9 a.m.
USATF certified. Itasca. 630-671-9660.
This Runs for Jack - Sun. 10/14 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. Ben-
efits melanoma research. Glen Ellyn. 708-205-5692.
Worlds Largest Corn Maze Run- Sun. 10/14. 5K Run/Walk
through a corn maze. Spring Grove. 847-344-0861.
Fleet Feet Sports Pumpkins in the Park 5k - Sat. 10/20 at
2:30 p.m. 5k & kids races. Benefits the Parkways Foundation.
Lincoln Park, Chicago. 312-587-3338.
Light The Night Walk - Sat. 10/20 at 7 p.m. in Chicago &
10/21 in Northbrook. 2-3 mile walk benefits the Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society. 312-651-7354.
De Plaines River Trail Races - Sat. 10/20.6 a.m. for 50 mi.
8 a.m. for marathon and half. Vernon Hills, IL 847-476-5645.
Laps With the Chaps - Sat. 10/20 at 2 p.m 5K Run/Walk.
USATF certified. College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn. 630-942-3823.
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South Side Run/Walk - Sat. 10/20 at 8 a.m. 10K/5K Races.
Chicago. 773-298-1224.
Old Plank Trail Community Bank Pant for the Pantry
- Sun. 10/21 at 8:30 a.m. USATF & CARA certified. New Lenox.
815-485-0001.
Wisconsin Dells Marathon & Half Marathon - Sun. 10/21
at 8 a.m. USATF certified. Wisconsin Dells, WI. 847-829-4536.
Embrace the Race - Sun. 10/21 at 7:30 a.m. 5K Run/Walk.
Benefits North Shore Kellogg Cancer Center. Highland Park.
Frank Lloyd Wright Races Sun. 10/21 at 8 a.m. 10k, 5k
and youth mile. USATF certified. Oak Park. 708-383-0002.
Title 9K - Sun. 10/21 at 9 a.m. Women only 9K Run/Walk.
Chicago. www.titlenine.com
Chicago Lakefront 50/50 - Sat. 10/27 at 8 a.m. 50K & 50 m.
USATF certified. Chicago. 847-648-8843.
Sunrise Shuffle 5K
Sun. 10/21 at 9 a.m.
Ballydoyle Irish Pub , Bloomingdale Park Dist.
Bloomingdale
630-529-3650 ~ bloomingdaleparks.org
Halloween Hustle 5k Sat. 10/27 at 8:30 a.m. 5k run/walk
& kids dash. USATF certified. Palatine. 847-829-4536.
Monster Dash - Sat. 10/27 at 9 a.m. Half marathon and 5K.
USATF certified. Chicago. 312-746-1364.
Trick-or-Treat Trot - Sun. 10/28 at 9 a.m. 10k & 5k run/walk.
USATF certified. LifeTime Fitness. Chicago. 773-561-1392.
Fraidy Cat 5K- Sun. 10/28 at 9 a.m. 5K Run/Walk. CARA cer-
tified. Oswego. 630-554-3505.
Ghostly Gallop- Sun. 10/28 at 8:30 a.m. 5K race & 1 mi. kids
fun run. Darien. 630-805-2719.
Cantigny Veterans Day 5K - Sat. 11/3 at 9 a.m. 5K
Run/Walk. USATF certified. Benefits Midwest Shelter for
Homeless Veterans. Wheaton. 630-260-8167.
Aurora Half Marathon and 5K - Sun. 11/4 at 7:30 a.m. Also
kids fun run.www.rapidrunning.com
Hot Cider Hustle - Sun. 11/4 at 9 a.m. 8 mi. Run/Walk.
USATF certified. Wheaton. 847-344-0861.
Hot Chocolate 5k/15k - Sun. 11/4 at 7:30 a.m. USATF cer-
tified. Chicago. 773-395-2929 x104.
Gobbler Hobbler - Sat. 11/10 at 9 a.m. 10K run 7 1 mi. jog.
USATF certified. Oswego. 630-554-1010.
Redeye 8K Run- Sun. 11/11 at 7:15 a.m. USATF & CARA cer-
tified. Joliet. 815-741-7275 x206.
Harvest Run - Sun. 11/11 at 8 a.m. Benefits North Chicago
community. Chicago. 773-465-8005
Pilgrim Pacer Races - Sun. 11/18 at 8:30 a.m. 5K, 1mi. fun
run, kids dash. La Grange. 630-887-7838.
The Fox & the Turkey Races - Thurs. 11/22 at 8 a.m. 4 mi.
and 1 mi. youth run. USATF certified. Batavia. 630-406-8803.
Turkey Trot 8k Run/Walk - Thurs. 11/22 at 9 a.m. USATF
certified. Chicago. 773-404-2372.
Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot - Thurs. 11/22 at 8 a.m.
Turkey Trot - Thurs. 11/22 at 9 a.m. 5K and kids dash. Win-
netka. www.monteesraces@gmail.com
Turkey Trot - Thurs. 11/22 at 9 a.m. 5k run/walk & kids tiny
trot. Supports Special Olympics. Long Grove. 847-344-0861.
Old St. Pats Annual Turkey Trot - Thur. 11/22 at 9 a.m. Fun
Run. Bring items for the homeless. Chicago. 773-307-0033.
Schaumburg Half Marathon Turkey Trot & 5k Run/Walk
- Sat. 11/24 at 9 a.m. USATF certified. Benefits Special
Olympics. Schaumburg. 847-344-0861.
Grant Park Turkey Trot - Sat. 11/24 at 9 a.m. Chicago. 847-
344-0861.
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Heres your source for this issues great events. Event information
is subject to change without notice, therefore, we encourage you
to call ahead and confirm - and be certain to tell em you saw it
in Suburban Focus Magazine!
If you have an event of regional interest, wed love to hear
from you. Send to Great Events Fax: 866-779-4320, E-mail:
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Friday, April 13th.
THURSDAY, MARCH 1
SENIORS Active Senior Expo- Hundreds of products & serv-
ices for seniors. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Eola Community Center, Au-
rora. 630-620-6347.
TELECONFERENCE Lupus - Free teleconference sponsored
by Lupus Foundation of America, Illinois Chapter. 6:30 p.m. To
register: 312-542-0004.
FRIDAY, MARCH 2
KIDS American Girl Doll Overnight - Bring your doll for
crafts, stories & more. Leave dolls overnight & pick up later with
a scrapbook of all their fun. 6-7 p.m. Lincoln Center, Downers
Grove. 630-963-1304.
STAGE Thirst - A musical drama. Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 p.m. Sun.
at 3 p.m. Lyons Township High School. 630-687-4043.
WORKSHOP Job Search 101- Youth workshop for ages 15
& up will teach how to look for a summer job. Fee includes lunch.
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
SATURDAY, MARCH 3
ADULTSScandinavian Park Dinner Dance - Honors Scan-
dinavian traditions. Des Plaines. Tkts: 847-884-8079.
FUNDRAISERSpring Dinner Dance - Celebrate the culture
& tradition of Scandinavia. Raffles & prizes. 6:30 p.m. Des Plaines
Elks Club. 847-695-6720.
GAMES Trivia Night - Teams of 6-8 people win prizes for
general knowledge. Benefits Naperville Heritage Society. 6-10
p.m. Naper Settlement, Naperville. Fee. Register: 630-420-6773.
KIDS Dinosaur Discoveries - Children become detectives
to learn about the world of dinosaurs. 2 p.m. Lizzadro Museum
of Lapidary Art, Elmhurst. 630-833-1616.
KIDS Secret Agent Training- Learn fingerprinting, run an
obstacle course, make your own spy kit with real agents! 2-4 p.m.
Oakbrook Terrace Park District. 630-627-6100.
NATURE Maple Tapping- Learn about maple tapping, taste
fresh samples & enjoy a pancake picnic. 10 a.m.-Noon. Morton
Arboretum, Lisle. Register: 630-719-2468.
NATURE Journaling - Learn basic observation & sketching
techniques. 1:30 p.m. Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Wil-
low Springs. 708-839-6897.
RETREAT Renovare Essentials Conference - Hosted by
Adventist Hinsdale Hospital 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Christ Church of
Oak Brook. Register: 630-856-7525.
STAGE Southern Fried Chicks - Hilarious tales of life and
love in the South. 8 p.m. Paramount Theatre, Aurora. 630-896-
6666.
SUNDAY, MARCH 4
AUDITIONS The Trip to Bountiful - Casting for all roles.
7:30 p.m. Also 3/5 at 7:30 p.m. Albright Theatre, Batavia. 630-
406-8838.
MUSIC DuPage Community Concert Band - Music in
America3 p.m. McAninch Theatre, Glen Ellyn. 630-942-4000.
OPEN HOUSE Elgin YouthSymphony Orchestra- Annual
open house for prospective musicians. 3-8 p.m. Elgin. 847-841-
7700.
PRESENTATION Juliet Lowe - Yesterdays Farm Museum
presents this portrayal of the Girl Scouts founder. Refreshments
& bake sale too. 2-4 p.m. Wood Dale Library. 630-766-4216.
TUESDAY, MARCH 6
FAMILY ChiliFull Moon Hike- Eat chili around the camp-
fire and enjoy a night hike through Des Plaines River Forest Pre-
serve. 5:30 p.m. Wildwood Nature Center, Park Ridge.
847-692-3570.
NATURE Greenhouse Tour - A behind the scenes tour of
spring plantings. 11 a.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. 630-260-
8162.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7
EXPO Business Expo- Find out all about Willowbrook/Burr
Ridge businesses, restaurants & services. 1-6 p.m. Ashton Place,
Willowbrook. 630-654-0909.
HEALTH Knee Pain - Orthopedic surgeon discusses par-
tial knee resurfacing. 6:30-8 p.m. Oak Brook park district in
conjunction with Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. 630-856-7525.
TRAINING Crisis Prevention - For parents of children
with emotional issues/behavior disorders. Glen Oaks Thera-
peutic Day School. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Glendale Heights. 630-545-
6160.
THURSDAY, MARCH 8
FUNDRAISER F.A.M.E. Event - Benefits the Metropolis
Performing Arts Centre & Foundation of Artists Mentored in
Entertainment. 6-9 p.m. Rockit Bar & Grill, Chicago. Info: 312-
601-2345.
HEALTH ADHD and Sleep Disorders - Pediatric sleep spe-
cialist discusses correlation between the two. 6:30-8 p.m. Oak
Brook Park District in conjunction with Adventist Hinsdale Hos-
pital. 630-856-7525.
FRIDAY, MARCH 9
CONCERT Mitch Paliga - Performance by this acclaimed
saxophonist and jazz faculty member. 8 p.m. North Central Col-
lege, Naperville. 630-637-7469.
SALE Annual Book Sale - Friends of the West Chicago
Public Library. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. West Chicago. 630-777-5518.
Also 3/10.
STAGE Fancy Nancy & Other Stories - Musical revue
based on favorite childrens books. 9:45 a.m. & 12 p.m. Hem-
mens Cultural Center, Elgin. 847-931-5900.
THEATER A Not So Ordinary Woman - Gallery Theatre
presents an introspective of Jane Addams. Gallery 200, West
Chicago. Tkts & info: 630-639-0594. Also 3/10 & 11.
SATURDAY, MARCH 10
KIDS Treasured Stories by Eric Carle - Mermaid Theatre
of Nova Scotia uses imaginative puppetry, lighting & music to
bring these stories to life. 10 a.m. McAninch Theatre, Glen Ellyn.
630-942-4000.
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INSTRUCTION Rocks and Minerals - Learn how to make
a mineral test kit and more. 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Lizzadro Mu-
seum of Lapidary Art, Elmhurst. 630-833-1616.
NATURE Maple Tapping - Learn about maple tapping,
taste fresh samples & enjoy a pancake picnic. 10 a.m.-Noon.
Morton Arboretum, Lisle. Register: 630-719-2468.
NATURE Work Day - Learn about native plants. 10 a.m.-1
p.m. Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs.
708-839-6897.
NATURE Maple Sugaring Days - Learn the time-honored
method of collecting sap. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Naper Settlement,
Naperville. 630-420-6010. Also 3/11 1-4 p.m.
SUNDAY, MARCH 11
CONCERTMt. Prospect Community Band - Advance tick-
ets only. 2 p.m. Forest View Educational Center, Arlington
Heights. 847-640-1000.
EXPO Antique Glass Show- 25+ dealers of antique glass
and pottery. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Concord Plaza Conference Center,
Northlake. 630-851-4504.
FAMILY Maple Syrup Sundays - Guided stroll through the
woods and discover how tree sap turns to syrup. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fullersburg Woods, Oakbrook Terrace. 630-850-8110.
FUNDRAISER Hearts of Grace Fashion Show- Includes
boutiques & raffle prizes. Benefits Outreach Community Min-
istries. Medinah Country Club. 630-682-1910 x244.
FUNDRAISER Dance Away the Winter Blues - Afternoon
of dancing & refreshments to benefit Friends of West Chicago
City Museum. Tango Argentina Club, West Chicago. Tkts: 630-
231-3376.
FUNDRAISER Pancake Breakfast - Hosted by Cantigny
Post 556 of the American Legion. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Cantigny Park,
Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
LECTURE Gaelic Tales - Stories from the Irish, Scottish &
Welsh Traditions featuring storyteller Brian FoxEllis. 4-5 p.m.
Naper Settlement, Naperville. 630-420-6010.
MONDAY, MARCH 12
KIDS Cookie Monsters - Cookie making and storytelling
class. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Whole Foods Market, Palatine. 847-776-
8080.
MUSIC Chamber Orchestra - Group members perform
classical repertoire. 5 p.m. College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn. Free.
630-942-4000.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14
HEALTH Dinner With the Doc - Learn about tests used to
screen for colon cancer & other gastrointestinal ailments. 6-8
p.m. Glen Ellyn. 630-933-4234.
HEALTH Hip Pain- Orthopedic surgeon discusses minimally
invasive hip restoration. 6:30-8 p.m. Oak Brook park district in
conjunction with Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. 630-856-7525.
SENIORS Blarney Bash - Enjoy a traditional St. Patricks
Day feast and entertainment. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Lincoln Center,
Downers Grove. 630-963-1314.
THURSDAY, MARCH 15
KIDS Lets Catch a Leprechaun- Make a special cauldron
to collect all the gold coins and find the leprechaun. 10:45-11:30
a.m. Pleasant Dale Park District, Burr Ridge. 630-662-6220.
LECTURE The Cold War in our OwnBackyard- Local per-
spective on the nations response to the atomic threat andlong-
term effect of the Cold War environment. 7 p.m. Elmhurst
Historical Museum. 630-833-1457.
MUSIC Student Music Concert - A mixed repertoire per-
formed by College of DuPages music ensembles. 7:30 p.m.
McAninch Theatre. 630-942-4000.
SALE Weed Ladies Spring Florals - Annual Spring sale
featuring one-of-a-kind dried & silk arrangements. 10 a.m.-4
p.m. through 3/17. 1-4 p.m. on Sun. 3/18. Naper Settlement,
FRIDAY, MARCH 16
SENIORS Couch Potato Friday - Enjoy a lunch of stuffed
baked potatos, salad & dessert while watching classic TV
shows. 11:30 a.m. Lincoln Center, Downers Grove. 630-963-
1314.
SATURDAY, MARCH 17
HAPPY ST. PADDYS DAY!
CONCERT Acappellago - Enjoy the sounds of this a cap-
pella group. 7-9 p.m. Mayslake Peabody Estate, Oak Brook. Tkts:
708-484-3797 x2.
DANCE Company Showcase - Elan Dance Company per-
form an eclectic array of dance styles. 6:30-9 p.m. Naperville
North H.S. 630-848-5000.
FAIR Sugar Bush Fair - Annual celebration of maple sugar.
Pancake breakfast, childrens events. 9 a.m.-Noon. Spring Val-
ley, Schaumburg. 847-985-2100. Also 3/18.
FAMILY Saturday Matinee - Nature documentary. Re-
freshments. 1:30 p.m. Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center,
Willow Springs. 708-839-6897.
FUNDRAISER St. Baldricks Event - Help fight childhood
cancer along with West Chicago police officers. 630-293-2222.
LECTURE Lent at the Abbey- Nourish your soul with Holy
readings. Includes Mass, readings, reflections, lunch and more.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Benedictine University, Lisle. 630-829-9253.
SUNDAY, MARCH 18
EXPOWedding Showcase - Meet top wedding pros and at-
tend wedding planning workshops. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Pleasant
Home, Oak Park. 708-228-6823.
FAMILY Maple Syrup Sundays - Take a self guided stroll
through the woods and discover how tree sap turns to syrup. 11
a.m.-4 p.m. Fullersburg Woods, Oakbrook Terrace. 630-850-8110.
NATURE Guided Tour - Take a tour with a docent as they ex-
plain culture surrounding the Spring Equinox. Free. 1-2 p.m. Mor-
ton Arboretum, Lisle. 630-968-0074.
MONDAY, MARCH 19
FLORALS Design Showcase - Local floral designers create
beautiful arrangements & lucky audience members get to take
them home. 6:30 p.m. Streamwood. Tkts: 630-289-1466.
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TUESDAY, MARCH 20
INSTRUCTION Lunch & Learn Cooking Series- Chef Susan
Maddox shares favorite recipes. Lunch provided. 11 a.m. Prairie
Lakes Comm. Center, Des Plaines. 847-391-5711.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21
HEALTH Dinner With the Doc - Discussion of macular de-
generation and other problems with aging eyes. 6-7:30 p.m. Glen
Ellyn. 630-933-4234.
NATURE Guided Tour - Take a tour with a docent as they ex-
plain culture surrounding the Spring Equinox. Free. 12-1 p.m.
Morton Arboretum, Lisle. 630-968-0074.
THURSDAY, MARCH 22
FAMILIES Salamander Hunt - Search the forest preserve
for this elusive amphibian. Bring waterproof shoes and a flash-
light. 6:30-8 p.m. Wildwood Nature Center, Park Ridge. 847-692-
3570.
FRIDAY, MARCH 23
EXPO Home Show- Home Improvement and landscaping
opportunities galore! 4-8 p.m. DuPage County Fairgrounds,
Wheaton. 630-468-2237. Also 3/24 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & 3/25 10
a.m.-5 p.m.
EXPO Community Supported Agriculture - Meet local
farmers, taste samples & find out about CSA opportunities. 6:30-
9 p.m. Arlington Heights Library. 847-230-0544.
MUSIC Local Music Night - Local musicians performing
popular and original music. 7-9 p.m. Gallery 200, West Chicago.
630-293-9550.
SATURDAY, MARCH 24
ANIMALS Doggy Egg Hunt - Find eggs filled with doggy
treats. Also a costume contest and agility course. 10 a.m. Elk
Grove Park District. 847-437-9494.
HEALTH Taste of Healthy Living- Healthy tastings, cook-
ing class & other wellness programs. Noon-3 p.m. Whole Foods
Market, Palatine. 847-991-1960.
KIDS My Tree Age - Make a tree cookie necklace. Free. 11
a.m.-4 p.m. Morton Arboretum, Lisle. 630-968-0074. Also 3/25.
NATURE Fossill Collecting - Take a field trip to a world fa-
mous archaeological site. Travel by motor coach & bring a lunch.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, Elmhurst. Reser-
vations: 630-833-1616.
NATURE Cavity Nesters - Learn all about the Screech Owl.
1:30 p.m. Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs.
708-839-6897.
SUNDAY, MARCH 25
MUSIC DuPage Community Jazz Ensemble - 20+ big
band performs jazz standards & original music. 3 p.m. McAninch
Theatre, Glen Ellyn 630-942-4000.
MONDAY, MARCH 26
FAMILY Tea for Three - Moms, daughters and their dolls
enjoy tea while celebrating Womens History Month. Cantigny
Park, Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28
EXPO Seniors - Products, seminars and services for seniors.
10 a.m.- 3p.m. Stratford Square Mall, Bloomingdale. 630-620-
6247.
FRIDAY, MARCH 30
FUNDRAISER Bingo Night - Enjoy Bingo, pizza & goody
bags. All proceeds benefit Whole Planet Foundation. 6 p.m.
Whole Foods Market, Palatine. 847-776-8080.
WORKSHOP Volunteering 101- Youth workshop for ages
14 & up provides tips on how to find the perfect volunteer op-
portunity. 1-3 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
SATURDAY, MARCH 31
EDUCATIONGraduate Open House - Learn about the pro-
grams and admission process. 9-11:30 a.m. Benedictine Univer-
sity, Lisle. 630-829-6300.
FAMILY Nature Hike- Walk through the woods searching for
signs of Spring. 1:30 p.m. Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center,
Willow Springs. 708-839-6897.
FAMILY Egg Hunt & Pancake Breakfast - Take pictures
with the Easter Bunny before the egg hunt. Also, all you can eat
pancakes! 8-11:30 a.m. Community Rec Center, Addison. 630-
833-0100.
FAMILY Breakfast with the Bunny- Food, entertainment,
goody bags & pictures with the Easter Bunny. 9-10:30 a.m. Elk
Grove Park District. Register: 847-437-9494.
KIDS H2O Egg-Venture - Dive for eggs, visit the Easter
Bunny plus contests, food & more! 12-3 p.m. Lemont Park District.
630-257-6787 x3031.
KIDS Egg Hunt - Bring your basket and hunt for candy filled
eggs, then take pictures with the Easter Bunny. 9 a.m. Oakbrook
Terrace Park District. Register: 630-627-6100.
KIDS Doggie Egg Hunt - Bring your leashed canine friends
as they hunt for eggs filled with doggie treats!. 10 a.m. Oakbrook
Terrace Park District. Register: 630-627-6100.
KIDS Great Egg Hunt - Search the park for easter eggs. 10
a.m. Nowell Park, Joliet. 815-741-7275.
KIDS Egg Hunt & Visit with the Bunny- Outdoor egg hunt
and then treats with the Easter Bunny. 1 p.m. Villa Park. 630-
834-8970.
KIDS Breakfast with the Bunny- Annual tradition of a de-
licious breakfast followed by an egg hunt. 9 a.m. Barrington Park
District. register: 847-381-0687.
MONDAY, APRIL 2
STAGE Mufaros Beautiful Daughters - Cinderella tale
with traditional African chanting & song. 9:30 a.m. & Noon. Para-
mount Theatre, Aurora. 630-896-6666.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4
HEALTH Dinner With the Doc - M.D. explains how to avoid
sports injuries and what to do if you cant. 6-7:30 p.m. St. Charles.
630-933-4234.
LECTUREDate With History- Women Heroes of World War
II. 7:30 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. Free. 630-260-8187.
THURSDAY, APRIL 5
KIDS Underwater EGGstravaganza- Pool egg hunts, en-
tertainment, games & prizes. 6-8 p.m. The Water Works, Schaum-
burg. 847-490-7020.
KIDS Bunny Hop & Egg Hunt - Crafts, games & refresh-
A AP P R R I I L L
12th Annual Polar Plunge - 3/4 at 10
a.m. Benefitting Special Olympics. North Av-
enue Beach House, Chicago. 312-527-3743.
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink - Thru
3/11. Weather permitting. Free admission;
skate rental available. Located on Michigan Av-
enue between Washington and Madison
Streets. Chicago. 312-742-1168.
Museum of Science and Industry -
Mythbusters: The Explosive Exhibition 3/15 -
9/3. Chicago. 773-684-1414.
Art Institute of Chicago - Entre
Nous: The Art of Claude Cahun 2/25-6/3.
Chicago. 312-443-3600.
The Field Museum - Genghis Khan.
2/24-9/3. Chicago. 312-922-9410.
Adler Planetarium - Undiscovered
Worlds Opening 3/2. Chicago. 312-922-STAR.
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Mu-
seum - They Call Me Theirs. 2/24-5/13..
Chicago. 773-755-5100.
Chicago Cultural Center - Las Her-
manas Padill 2/29-4/1. Thurs-Sat at 7 p.m. Sun.
at 3 p.m. Gallery 37 Center for the Arts,
Chicago. 312-742-8497.
Navy Pier - Chicago Flower & Garden
Show. 3/10-3/18. Seminars and workshops and
over one hundred vendors. Chicago. 312-595-
PIER.
Chicagos St. Patricks Day Parade
- Sat. 3/17. Downtown Chicago at its greenest
best! Parade begins at Noon at Balbo and
Columbus.
National Hellenic Museum - Gods,
Myths and Mortals. Through 9/12. Chicago.
312-655-1234.
Museum of Contemporary Art -
This Will Have Been: Art, Love & Politics in
the 1980s. Chicago. 312-280-2660.
John Hancock Observatory - Skat-
ing in the Sky through 4/8. Ice skating more
than 1000 feet up. Chicago. 888-875-VIEW.
Chicago Botanic Garden - Treewhis-
pers. Through 4/8. Glencoe. 847-835-5440.
Chicago Childrens Museum - Cir-
cus Zirkus Daily in April. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
every day and Thursday evenings. Navy Pier,
Chicago. 312-464-7737.
International Antiques Fair - 4/27-
4/30. The midwests premiere antiques
event.Merchandise Mart. 800-677-6278.
Art Chicago - 4/27-4/30. International
fair of contemporary and modern art. Mer-
chandise Mart, Chicago. 800-677-6278.
ment with the Bunny! 6:30 p.m. Lincoln Center, Downers Grove.
630-963-1304.
KIDS Flashlight Egg Hunt - Search for candy stuffed eggs
in the moonlight. 8:30 p.m. Fishel Park, Downers Grove. 630-
963-1304.
FRIDAY, APRIL 6
KIDS Eggs-trordinary Egg Hunt - Bring your basket for this
crazy egg hunt and meet the Easter Bunny. 10 a.m. Lake Ellyn
Boathouse, Glen Ellyn. 630-858-2462.
SATURDAY, APRIL 7
KIDS Egg Hunt - Look for thousands of hidden eggs. 11 a.m.
Cantigny Park, Wheaton. 630-668-5161.
KIDS Breakfast with the Easter Bunny - Enjoy a heart
buffet and take pictures with the Bunny. Entertainment. 9-10:30
a.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. Reservations: 630-260-8260.
SUNDAY, APRIL 8
Happy Easter!
TUESDAY, APRIL 10
HEALTH Migraine, Headache or Sinus? - MD will discuss
importance of correctly diagnosing headaches along with new
treatments for migraines. 6:30 p.m. Oak Brook Park District. 630-
990-4233.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11
KIDS Wiggleworms - Children 18-36 mos. are introduced
to nature through songs and simple crafts. 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Cantigny Park, Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
ART OPENING Interpretations - Opening night for this
month-long exhibit of photography and handmade paper. 6-9
p.m. Gallery 200, West Chicago. 630-293-9550.
FAMILY Night in the Mansion- Spend the night in the his-
toric Robert McCormick Museum. 6:30 p.m. Cantigny Park,
Wheaton. Register: 630-260-8162.
FAMILY Walk on the Wild Side - See alligators, snakes,
lizards & more. 6-7 p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. Register: 630-
260-8162.
STAGE Cocktails with Larry Miller - Enjoy a hilarious
evening with the well known comedian. 8 p.m. McAninch The-
atre, Glen Ellyn. 630-942-4000.
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
ANIMALS Canine Carnival - Games, contests, vendors,
treats & prizes! Fee. All dogs must have current shots. 11 a.m.-1
p.m. Meineke Rec Center, Schaumburg. 847-985-2143.
HEALTH Health Fair - Services and products from area
health providers. Activities, fitness trends & raffles. 10 a.m.-2
p.m. Hanover Park District. 630-837-2468.
INSTRUCTION Color Your World- Beginners Drawing work-
shops - colored pencil. Supplies included. Ages 16+. 10 a.m.-1
p.m. Morton Arboretum, Lisle. 630-968-0074. Also 4/15.
KIDS Touch a Truck- Heres your chance to climb all over big
trucks, police cars & more! 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Maryknoll Park, Glen
Ellyn. 630-858-2462.
SALE Arts & Crafts Fair - New Spring collection of han-
crafted items. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Joliet Park District. 815-741-7275.
SUNDAY APRIL 15
CONCERT Alon Goldstein - Perormance by this innovative
and artistic pianist. 3 p.m. Midwestern University, Downers Grove.
630-963-9093.
TUESDAY, APRIL 17
INSTRUCTION Lunch & Learn Cooking Series - Comfort
food for rainy days. Lunch provided. 11 a.m. Prairie Lakes Comm.
Center, Des Plaines. 847-391-5711.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18
FAIR Earth Fair - Entertainment, videos and information
celebrating Earth day. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Harper College, Palatine.
847-925-6100.
THURSDAY, APRIL 19
HEALTH Migraine, Headache or Sinus? - MD will discuss
importance of correctly diagnosing headaches along with new
treatments for migraines. 6:30 p.m. Oak Brook Park District. 630-
990-4233.
FRIDAY, APRIL 20
MUSIC Local Music Night - Local musicians performing
popular and original music. 7-9 p.m. Gallery 200, West Chicago.
630-293-9550.
SENIORS Couch Potato Friday - Enjoy a lunch of stuffed
baked potatos, salad & dessert while watching classic TVshows.
11:30 a.m. Lincoln Center, Downers Grove. 630-963-1314.
SATURDAY, APRIL 21
EXPOHome Remodeling - Homeowners and contractors
can discuss projects face to face. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Odeum,
Villa Park. 630-468-2237. Also 4/22 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
NATURE Earth Day - Free events, educational animal pre-
sentations & more! 12-4 p.m. Bartlett Nature Center. 847-608-
3100.
RESOURCE FAIR Autism Community Resource Fair -
Learn about available resources for students and families im-
pacted by autism. Sponsored by Giant Steps. 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Lisle. 630-864-3800.
ROAD RALLY27th Annual Road Rally - Teams of six adults
compete to find clues to help them win. 3:30 p.m. Various lo-
cations. Downers Grove. Register: 630-963-1304.
VOLUNTEER Earth Day Awareness - Family, friends and
groups are needed to help clean this park. Also prizes and ex-
hibits. 9-10 a.m. Lake Ellyn, Glen Ellyn. Register: 630-858-2462.
SUNDAY, APRIL 22
CONCERT Spiritual Romantics - Music by Bruckner and
Wagner performed by the Elmhurst Choral Union & Orchestra.
3 p.m. Elmhurst College. www.elmhurstchoralunion.org.
CONCERT The Earth Rocks! - Celebrate Earth Day with
music by ScribbleMonster. Purchase tickets in advance. 3-4:30
p.m. Cantigny Park, Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
FAMILY Springtime on the Farm - Demonstration of
1880s farm life. Crafts, games, food & more. 12-4 p.m. Spring
Valley Nature Center & Heritage Farm, Schaumburg. 847-985-
2100.
STAGE Rainbow Fish- Beloved childrens tale about friend-
ship and sacrifice. 3 p.m. Paramount Theatre, Aurora. 630-896-
6666. Also 4/23 at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, APRIL 23
KIDS Juggling Funny Stories - Participatory, innovative
show combining storytelling, juggling & comedy. 6:30-7:15
p.m. Linclon Center, Downers Grove. 630-963-1304.
TUESDAY, APRIL 24
PRESENTATIONHealth & Wellness - Fitness expert shows
you how to turn goals into achievements. 6:30 p.m. Cantigny
Park, Wheaton. 630-260-8162.
SALE Rummage Sale - Gently used clothing, books, house-
wares, sports equip. & more. Benefits various charities. 6-8:30
p.m. First Congregational Church of Western Springs. 708-246-
1900.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25
HEALTHDinner With the Doc - Understanding neurolog-
ical disease and deep brain stimulation. 6-8 p.m. Wheaton. 630-
933-4234.
SALE Rummage Sale - Gently used clothing, books, house-
wares, sports equip. & more. Benefits various charities. 10 a.m.-
Noon. First Congregational Church of Western Springs.
708-246-1900.
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WHAT IS AN ALLERGY?
An allergy is an overreaction by the body
to something in the environment or something
that is brought into the body by eating or in-
jection. An allergic reaction can be due to
pollen, dust, mold, weeds, bee stings, peni-
cillin, peanuts, medications, etc. An allergic
reaction causes swelling, itching, irritation ,
increased production of mucous and other
symptoms which vary based on the location in
the body of the allergic reaction. For exam-
ple an allergic reaction in the skin may cause
a rash, where an allergic reaction in the nose
may cause sneezing. In both cases similar
body chemicals are released, but due to the lo-
cation there is a different reaction.
WHAT IS HAYFEVER?
Reactions to environmental allergens
(weeds, trees, molds) trigger symptoms peo-
ple generally call hayfever. Sometimes peo-
ple have recurring colds, sinus problems, or
sneezing on sunny days, all of which may be
due to allergies. Other possible symptoms in-
clude pressure or popping in the ears, itchy,
burning, watery eyes, or persistent tickle in the
throat. The medical name which includes all
of the above symptoms is allergic rhinitis.
Some people have a more serious reaction
to things such peanut, shellfish, or latex. In un-
usual cases there can be swelling of the lips,
tongue, face, and throat which can be life-
threatening. This type of severe potentially
life threatening allergic reaction is called ana-
phylaxis. Anaphylaxis is more common with
certain specific allergies like peanut, shellfish
and latex. We dont know why. Anaphylaxis
does not happen with environmental allergies
like pollens, weeds, grass, mold, trees.
WHO GETS ALLERGIES?
Allergies can develop at any age in life.
People who develop allergies have a genetic
predisposition to allergy and repeated expo-
sure to something they can become allergic to.
For example a person can take penicillin with
no difficulty for many years and then suddenly
become allergic. During those previous
episodes of using the antibiotic their bodies
immune system was becoming sensitized to
penicillin. At a certain point (which we can-
not predict) that next time they take penicillin,
they have an allergic reaction. The same
process is true for environmental allergies like
grass, trees, or pets. This does not happen to
everyone, only to people who can become al-
lergic to that substance. When symptoms de-
velop, treatment can begin.
ARE ALLERGIES BECOMING
MORE COMMON?
Allergies and asthma (which is a type of al-
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with a lot of what we know about how the im-
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is only a theory. Scientific research is being
done in this area which may lead to new ways
of treating allergies.
WHY GO TO AN EAR, NOSE AND
THROAT ALLERGIST?
There is a mucous membrane that covers
the inside of the nose and sinuses. This mem-
brane also goes into the middle ear, the throat,
and even down to the lungs. Anywhere along
this mucous membrane there can be allergic
inflammation causing symptoms. This is why
allergy treatment is so important in treating
ear nose and throat diseases.
Ear, nose and throat specialists provide
medical and surgical treatment for those con-
ditions where allergies can be a contributing
factor such as sinus infections, nasal obstruc-
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WHAT TYPES OF TREATMENT ARE
THERE FOR ALLERGIES?
There are three main types of allergy treat-
ment. Environmental controls, or avoidance
means avoiding contact with things you are al-
lergic to. This is possible with some indoor
allergens (dust mites, mold, feathers, pets).
With most outdoor pollens avoidance is diffi-
cult unless you stay in an air conditioned en-
vironment all the time. Nasal rinses like the
Neti pot rinse away allergens and decrease
your exposure. This is a type of environmen-
tal control.
Medical treatments are very effective and
include oral and intra-nasal anti-histamines,
intranasal steroid sprays, and anti-
leukotrienes.
The third type of treatment is immunother-
apy or allergy shots which have been used ef-
fectively for many years. In this treatment a
very tiny amount of the substance(s) you are
allergic to are injected into the skin, stimulat-
ing the formation of blocking antibodies.
Each week the amount is increased by a very
small amount until the maximum dose is
achieved. At that point the shots can be main-
tained usually about once a month. After three
years in many cases there will be permanent
improvements.
WHAT IS NEW IN ALLERGY
TREATMENT?
For many years now in England patients
have been using drops under the tongue in-
stead of injections although the principles are
the same. The allergic substance is absorbed
through the mucous membrane instead of
being injected. The treatment is self-admin-
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ave you ever experienced itchiness or
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If so, you may have oral allergy syndrome,
whose symptoms occur because the proteins
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proteins in some pollens.Theyre not identical
proteins, but theyre similar enough to confuse
the immune system to have these reactions.
Thats not to say that everyone with pollen
allergies has oral allergy syndrome. A person
may sneeze all spring long and not have any
obvious food sensitivities.
But oral allergy syndrome may help ex-
plain why some people have seemingly mys-
terious reactions to certain foods -- for
example, raw apples but not cooked apples.
Thats because there are proteins in raw ap-
ples that are very similar to the proteins in
birch pollen, experts say.
Cooking the offending fruits and vegeta-
bles will denature or change the shapes of
these proteins, so people with oral allergy
syndrome will usually be able to eat them
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Because the reaction is usually localized to
the mouth area, including lips, tongue, and
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symptoms and continue to eat offending
foods. But in rare cases people with oral al-
lergy syndrome experience anaphylaxis, a
life-threatening reaction that may include
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vomiting and diarrhea. The most severe reac-
tions require the use of an injection of epi-
nephrine to subside, which is why many
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Allergic Reactions
Anaphylaxis (pronounced ana-fill-axis) is
a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in
onset and may cause death.
Common causes of anaphylaxis include
food, medication, insect stings, and latex.
Food allergy is believed to be the leading
cause of anaphylaxis outside the hospital set-
ting. The CDC reported that food allergies re-
sult in over 300,000 ambulatory-care visits a
year among children.
Who is at risk?
Anyone with a previous history of ana-
phylactic reactions is at risk for having an-
other severe reaction. Also at risk are those
with a personal or family history of allergic
conditions, such as asthma, eczema, or hay
fever.
Individuals who have asthma in addition
to food allergies may be at increased risk for
having a life-threatening anaphylactic reac-
tion to food.
A study showed that teens with food al-
lergy and asthma appear to be at the highest
risk for a reaction, because they are more
likely to take risks when away from home,
are less likely to carry medications, and may
ignore or not recognize symptoms.
Symptoms of an Anaphylactic Reaction
An anaphylactic reaction may begin with
a tingling sensation, itching, or a metallic
taste in the mouth. Other symptoms can in-
clude hives, a sensation of warmth, wheezing
or other difficulty breathing, coughing,
swelling of the mouth and throat area, vomit-
ing, diarrhea, cramping, a drop in blood pres-
sure, and loss of consciousness. These
symptoms may begin within several minutes
to two hours after exposure to the allergen,
but life-threatening reactions may get worse
over a period of several hours.
In some reactions, the symptoms go away,
only to return one to three hours later. This is
called a biphasic reaction. Often these sec-
ond-phase symptoms occur in the respiratory
tract and may be more severe than the first-
phase symptoms. Studies suggest that bipha-
sic reactions occur in about 20% of
anaphylactic reactions.
Anaphylaxis is highly likely to be occur-
ring when any ONE of the following happens
within minutes to hours after ingestion of the
food allergen:
1. A person has skin symptoms or swollen
lips and either difficulty breathing, or reduced
blood pressure (pale, weak pulse, confusion,
loss of consciousness)
2. A person was exposed to a suspected al-
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Skin symptoms or swollen lips
Difficulty breathing
Reduced blood pressure
Gastrointestinal symptoms (i.e., vomiting,
diarrhea, or cramping)
3. A person was exposed to a known aller-
gen, and experiences:
reduced blood pressure
How You Can Protect Yourself
Follow-up with your doctor or allergist if
youve had a severe reaction.
If youve been prescribed self-injectable
epinephrine (i.e., EpiPen or Twinject),
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Educate others about your allergy. Teach
them what you need to avoid, the symptoms
of an allergic reaction, and how they can help
during an allergic emergency.
Teach yourself and others how to use an
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Wear medical identification jewelry noting
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heres an escape in Illinois that makes
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The Lodge features a massive, 2-sided stone
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March
Wine & Shopping Tours Every Friday (X386)
2& 3: Retreat to the Rock (www.retreattothe-
rock.com)
5: Legacy Girls Andrews Sisters Tribute / Mati-
nee (X386)
7: Starved Rock JOB FAIR in the Great Hall
OWL PROWL Weekend (March 9-11) see web-
site for details!
14/15:Shamrocks & Shenanigans St. Pats Day
Shows (X386)
21-Artists of the Valley (FREE! Fine Art Show/)
Historic Trolley Tours (Sundays at Noon &
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Euchre Tournament (March 8, 15, 22) 6:00
pm
28: Cotton Patch Gospel A Charity Matinee
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Waterfall & Canyon Tours (Monday & Sat-
urday) (X386)
Historic Trolley Tours (Sundays at Noon &
1:30 pm)
7: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny (X386)
8: Easter Buffet (Make reservations early)
9: Legacy Girls Andrews Sisters Tribute /
Matinee (X386)
14 & 15: Pelican Days at Starved Rock!!
14 & 15: Survival Workshops
16 & 17: Tribute to Neil Diamond Matinees
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22 & 23: Patsy Cline Tribute Shows (X386)
28 & 29: Mega Hike at Starved Rock (all
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GETAWAYS
Spring Break Getaway 2012!
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Explore waterfalls and canyons by day and enjoy the indoor
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lunches from the Caf, and a voucher for two walking sticks (from the Gift Shop). Package price cannot be altered.
Excludes 2-room, Pioneer cabins. $185.00 (plus taxes) for 2 adults and 2 children (18 & under). Available Mon-
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