BRAVO 5.3 by marqueemedia

5.2

magazine

Studio of the Mind

pp. 45-46

Kindness Rocks pp. 2-4

with the

MARCH 2019

BRAVO

Shared Values: Colorful Cobbles

Keep Keepaa 1 1

song song44

Kindness Rocks

yourheart hear t hear ininyour APRIL APRIL26 265 57:7 30PM :30PM

First First Congregational Congregational Church Church of of Dundee Dundee 900900 S Eighth S Eighth St St Dundee, IL 60118 Dundee, IL 60118 Tickets $20$20 adult / $15 senior andand child Tickets adult / $15 senior child

5 :7 APRIL APRIL27 275 7 30PM :30PM

First First United United Methodist Methodist Church Church 216216 E Highland E Highland AveAve Elgin, IL 60120 Elgin, IL 60120 Tickets $20$20 adult / $15 senior andand child Tickets adult / $15 senior child

THROUGH THROUGH MUSIC, MUSIC, THETHE HEART SOARS HEART SOARS

5 :3 APRIL APRIL28 285 3 00PM :00PM 8 S8Lincoln S Lincoln St St Batavia, IL 60510 Batavia, IL 60510 Free offering Free willwill offering

ToTo reserve reserve tickets, tickets, please please contact contact thethe box office 847.429.9486 reserve box office at at 847.429.9486 or or reserve online www.heartlandvoices.org online at at www.heartlandvoices.org

A NN NN R R I V E RI S VA ERSA

Bethany Bethany Lutheran Lutheran Church Church

5.3

As seen As in seen in

On the Cover: I Was | I Am | Becoming 30 x 30” Oil on Canvas

Artist:

Kristin Ingram Kristin Ingram is a fi gurative painter working in the Chicago area, and her work often refl ects a push back against the modest sensibilities of the Midwest in which she was raised. Flaunting boldly brush-stoked and hyper pigmented fi gures in sometimes quiet, sometimes confrontational compositions, her work shifts between subtle and bold, vast and intimate, but always with an element of deep introspection. Her work can be seen online at www.kristiningramart.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/kristiningramart Facebook: www.facebook.com/kristiningramart

The public art movement is gaining traction in Elgin. The City offers grants to artists creating works for permanent (usually outdoor) installation, and in 2019, the utility box wrapping program invites artists and businesses to join forces to decorate those large metal clicking, humming boxes found near controlled intersections downtown. (See page 12.)

left them on the beach. A friend actually found one and texted her, asking if she had placed the rock; she denied it. The friend said, “If you did drop this rock, it made my day.” Murphy took it up as a regular practice, adding colorful painted backgrounds and images to the messages. The idea spread quickly.

“I was doing an international scavenger hunt in 2017 called GISHWHES (The Greatest International Scavenger Hunt the World Has Ever Seen) and one item was to paint a dozen rocks with kind and hopeful messages and leave them where But other people there’s another kind would find them,” said of public art that’s expeBeth Gough. “I had so Beth riencing explosive growth much fun doing it, that Gough. in Elgin. Hundreds, even even when the scavenger thousands of people are hunt was over, I kept creating and consuming art that doing it. I had no idea it was a appears in local parks, businessthing until I stumbled across the es and doctor’s offices, and more term ‘Kindness Rocks.’” are joining in every day. It might The Kindness Rock Project be the most respectful, (KRP) has become the joyous and uplifting name of Murphy’s subversive art revmovement, olution the world which caphas ever seen: tured media kindness rocks. attention in Local graffiti artists create temporary exhibits multiple times a year, and painted benches brighten the streetscape here and there. Residential lawn art seems more relevant now than ever.

First Words It started on Cape Cod in 2015, when a very introspective and observant Megan Murphy wrote a few encouraging words on five rocks and

2017 and has since developed into a website, book, membership organization, school curriculum and more.

Carmen Arvizu.

March 2019

“My daughter Joy heard about the Kindness Rock Project and thought it would be a good ‘giving back’ exercise for her boys,” says prolific rock painter Nadine Soulier. “When she told me what they were doing, I was immediately hooked. I started painting rocks and hiding them around town and I got my Elgin grandkids to join in the fun. I posted my pictures on Facebook and the response was huge. I don’t know of anyone in Elgin who was doing this project before me, but I know that it has taken off like wildfire.”

Rock Solidarity

BRAVO

love seeing people finding a rock and posting how it made their day. Life isn’t always wonderful, and so many people are sad or lonely, or just going through a bad time, and these rocks bring smiles and show others kindness.” Nadine Soulier agrees. “The KRP is all about spreading love, joy, kindness, smiles ... I love everything about my obsession. I love painting the rocks, hiding the rocks and reading the posts from others who have found the decorated rocks.” It’s also an equal opportunity art form with no rules, no egos, no judgment and no money involved, that feels good as it does good.

Because it’s simple, spontaneous, inexpensive Roxanne and unregulated, people Schaefer. have embraced this pastime everywhere. The rock painters of Elgin discovered each “It really is a beautiful and other in the summer of 2017, worthwhile family activity,” when Jen Estrada and two of Soulier continues. “It’s a time her children created the Facefor parents and grandparents to book group “Elgin IL ROCKS!” put down their phones, and for Now known as @ElginILrocks, kids to set aside their handheld the group has more than 1,700 games and work together doing members. something positive for others in the community.” “The Facebook group gives us all a place to chat about rocks, Taken for Granite give hints as to where With so many we might hide our people decoratnext batch, what ing rocks, it was store has paint inevitable that on sale, and to the medium celebrate when would mature someone finds and change. The a rock,” says photos posted Gough. “As on social media much as I love document a trend painting the toward excellence rocks, finding out in design and painting that someone has technique, and some artfound one of mine ists’ signed work is highly and enjoyed it thrills me! Nadine prized. Some such rocks The Facebook group gives Soulier. lack any words, allowing us a way to know our rocks the beauty and detailed are still out there, still craftsmanship to speak for itself. bringing joy.” Though the pride of creation The expression of a kind may be evident in the artistic sentiment is essential to this value of a kindness rock, it only art form, just as Megan Murphy adds impact to the gift when first conceived of it. someone finds and admires it. “This really is a bunch of peoBesides kind words, other subple freely doing random acts of ject matter includes sports logos, kindness in a positive, uplifting cartoons, humor, even dictionary and courteous way,” says Elgin definitions. For any style of rock artist Roxanne Schaefer. “I kindness rock, there is someone

Re-elect Mayor

DAVE

KAPTAIN EXPERIENCE LEADERSHIP INTEGRITY VISION DEDICATION

kaptainformayor@gmail.com DaveKaptainforMayor.com Visit us on Facebook at DaveKaptainForMayor Paid for by the Dave Kaptain Election Fund

Elgin Vision Center The Source for Complete Vision Care

•Complete Eye Exams •Contact Lenses •LASIK Referrals •Designer Eyewear •Rx Sunglasses

“We promise to provide excellence in vision and eye care health in a friendly and caring atmosphere by the most knowledgeable and experienced staff. We guarantee your satisfaction.

—Elgin Vision Center

Spring Savings!

$25 OFF

a complete pair of prescription glasses for New Customers!

50% OFF

2nd pair of glasses

20% OFF

pair of sunglasses

(restrictions may apply) $1 off Lens cleaner or Kimwipes! Offer expires 4/30/19.

Elgin Vision Center 1245 Larkin Ave.

(847) 695-2020 elginvisioncenter.com

Open Saturdays Hablamos Español

BRAVO

Though there are no fixed rules of engagement, the Estradas’ Facebook group suggests, “When you find a painted rock, post a picture to the page so everyone can see. Then you can either rehide it or add it to your collection but remember to paint your own and hide them, so the cycle will keep going. Your rocks can say or be anything. Lets have fun ... CREATE, HUNT, GATHER AND COLLECT!” Whether they are covered with acrylics, paint pens, dry Nadine transfers, spray paint or meltSoulier. ed crayons, each rock creates a meaningful human connection between people, which is true to the spirit of kindness rocks. “The original idea behind Kindness Rocks is for someone to stumble across your rock and smile ...,” reminds Beth Gough, “to brighten someone’s day for no other reason than they found a pretty stone that said they were awesome.” And whether it’s in Lord’s Park, Star-

bucks, Riverside Drive or Jewel-Osco, each stone marks a common place where two people have traveled, and exchanged a unique personal gift of beauty. But beautiful as they are, the joy is in knowing that there is someone nearby who cares about others who share the place where they live. “Imagine if everyone was kind,” says Roxanne Schaefer, “what a beautiful world we’d live in.”

Roxanne Schaefer.

—JP

FEED.rockgroups Other On Facebook: @ElginILrocks @Rockin’ Elgin On the Internet: www.thekindnessrocksproject.com

Right: This rock painted by Allyn Kairis was found at the Aldi Supermarket on Randall Road by her former Division Street neighbor, Eva Clark. They reconnected on @ElginILrocks.

Paid for by Clare Ollayos Campaign Committee, Bruce Hansemann, Treasurer

who will find it and hide it again, and another who will find it and cherish it.

5.3

BRAVO

March 2019

16th will be a fine night of music starting with DEAD REST at 8pm followed by Modern Advances at 8:45; The Usuals will take the stage at 9:30 and the night will end with 88 Fingers Louie filling your ears at 10:30.

Billings Summary for March

A Crowded Stage Bach Around the Clock Celebrate J. S. Bach’s 334th birthday with a community concert featuring musicians of all ages, abilities, and instruments playing the music of J.S. Bach for 12 straight hours! The birthday concert is hosted by First United Methodist Church, 216 E. Highland Avenue on Saturday, March 9th, from 9am to 9pm. Admission is free, but a freewill donation will be collected to benefit the Ecker Center for Mental Health. Come and listen in a magnifi-

cent church sanctuary located in downtown Elgin; it is the perfect venue for such a monumental birthday bash. From string ensembles to vocalists, to solo instrumentalists from throughout the Fox Valley area, the music will be in celebration of the gifts that Bach has bestowed upon us. And yes, there will be cake! A complete schedule of performances will be posted soon at fumcelgin.org.

88 Fingers Louie Put it Here Productions has done it again: Saturday, March

This show is all ages and you must have an ID to purchase alcohol. Doors open at 7pm. Come early for food and drink specials at Dream Hall at 51! This hedonistic almost-solstice celebration happens at Legit Dogs & Ice, 51 S. Grove in downtown Elgin! Tickets available at 88putithere. brownpapertickets.com, $15. Or go to facebook.com/pihprod

Six Years of Side Street Celebrate six years of Side Street Studio Arts in downtown Elgin with live performances, art making, visual art, the Side Street family, and much more at the YEAR 6 opening reception, March 1st at 6pm at 15 Ziegler Court!

A panel will award each of the top six exhibitors with Side Street prize packages, while the Judges’ Choice will receive a $600 cash prize sponsored by Elgin Public House. The Crowd Favorite (voted on during the opening reception) will receive a prize package including a Side Street LAB Membership! YEAR 6 Judges Panel: Joni Sullivan, Miles Halpern, Peggy Dee, Travis Linville, Melina Scotte. The party includes live music from Quiet Cove at 8pm, followed by Dramaglider at 9:15pm in the Theater. $5 suggested donation. Later in March, Side Street is proud to present Fight Forever, a solo art exhibit by Leo Perez, as part of their 2019 solo show series “ En Las Manos De...”

OPEN CALL FOR ENTRIES • Accepting Entries Starting April 1 All Seats $10 Finalists Will Be Screened Saturday, September 21, 7pm Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin • The ESFF will feature a Live Action category and an Animation category. • The top two selected films in each category, as voted on by the selection committee, will make the finals. The next three selected films in each category will compete to make the finals during the Elgin Fringe Festival, September 12 & 13. Awards and monetary prizes will be presented to the top three films. This competition will allow any filmmaker to submit work, even if it has been entered into other festival competitions!

•

Tickets On Sale April 2 at Hemmens Box Oﬃce

847-931-5900

Visit FilmFreeway.com for Contest Rules & Guidelines, Entry Forms, and Festival Info.

FilmFreeway.com/Festival/ElginShortFilmFestival • Hemmens.org • Facebook.com/ElginShortFilm

BRAVO

Destination Dundee

a nonproﬁt organization

Our mission is to put a spotlight on Dundee businesses, oﬀering ﬁne and casual dining, unique shopping opportunities and personable professional services, to all nearby communities as well as our own villages.

VILLAGE SPOTLIGHT Dundee St. Patrick’s Day

Leo Perez is an artist originally from the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago, IL. His art is a blend of colorful comic book style art and graffiti art. Fight Forever is Leo Perez’s journey through mental health and fighting through his own everyday hardships. Fight Forever is a story told through Digital Media, Full-Color Illustrations, and Paintings. The Exhibit will run from Friday, March 8th through Sunday, March 24th. “En Las Manos De...” is one of many 2019 Latino Outreach Committee projects dedicated to exposing up and coming Latino visual artist. Meet the artist at the opening reception Friday, March 8 at 6pm. Donations welcomed. For further information find @SideStreetStudioArts on Facebook or at www.sidestreetstudioarts.org.

Present Laughter Matinee stars, affairs both amorous and numerous‚ îwhat is a man to do? Find out when Independent Players presents Noel Coward’s delightful comedy Present Laughter at the Elgin Art Showcase in March.

2019 Saturday, March 9th 8:30am - DUbliNDEE Kilted 5K Run/Walk Register by March 4th! Start/End at 296 Williams Place East Dundee

11:15 am - Thom McNamee Memorial Parade With the 2019 Parade King & Queen, Pet Parade, Tim & Thom McNamee Citizen of the Year Dundee Depot, 319 N. River Street, East Dundee

Saturday, March 16th Fireworks presented by Bandito Barney’s Featuring the Dundee Scottish Bagpipes at the Fox River Bridge

www.dundeestpats.com Find us on Facebook

@DestinationDundeeInc

At the centre of his own universe sits matinee idol Garry Essendine: suave, hedonistic and too old, says his wife, to be having numerous affairs. His affairs with harmless, infatuated debutantes are largely tolerated, but playing closer to home is not. Just before he escapes on tour to Africa the full extent of his misdemeanours is discovered. And all hell breaks loose. Noel Coward’s Present Laughter premiered in the early years of the Second World War just as such privileged lives were threatened with fundamental social change. Present Laughter plays Fridays and Saturdays, March 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 2019 at 7:30 PM at the Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street, Elgin. The play is directed by Don Haefliger, IP Artistic Director, and the cast is made up of the following: Steve Connell, Elizabeth Dawson, Madeline Franklin, Blase Horn, Jonathan Horn, Dave Hudson, Gabor Mark, Beth McDonald, Nicole Netsen, Lori Rohr and Dana Udelhoven. Tickets are $15 with Seniors at $12 and Students at $10. Tickets can be purchased online at www.independentplayers.org,

5.3

as well as at the door prior to each performance. For information and reservations, call (847) 697-7374.

TalentFest 2019 The top 2 talents from each of the area High Schools will get the chance to showcase their best on The Hemmens Main Stage for all to see. See what young talent is out there! Come out to see this unique array of entertainment which is also a competition. You get to vote for the best act at intermission. Prizes and bragging rights are at stake; will you be the judge? The contest takes place March 12th at 7:00 pm, and general admission is $5. Doors open at 6:30pm. See p.12 in this month’s BRAVO for further information.

The Bee’s Knees The professional and professionally trained singers of the Heartland Voices present their annual Spring Gala concert, “HV’s the Bees Knees,” a night of music from the Roaring Twenties, on Saturday night, March 9th at 7:30pm in the Kimball Street Theater at Elgin Academy, 350 Park Street. The gala reception begins at 6:00 pm with hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, auctions and raffles; tickets are $45 general admission. For those just interested in the music, they perform a preview concert on Friday night, March 8th at 7:30pm; tickets are $25. Tickets sales and further information is online at heartlandvoices.com.

Young Frankenstein It’s alive! This electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks monstrously funny film will leave you in stitches. Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) — with help from Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”) and Inga (pronounced normally) — finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. The show runs Friday, February 22 through Sunday, March 3 in the SecondSpace Theatre at the ECC Arts Center. Showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults / $18 students & seniors. See below for details.

BRAVO

March 2019

Celebration Music OF

2019 Music Series First Congregational Church of Elgin located at:

256 E Chicago St at the Corner of Chicago and Center Streets

847-741-4045 fcc-elgin.org Admission is free â&#x20AC;&#x201C; donations are gratefully accepted.

MARCH 24 at 3:00 PM GENUINE BRASS Garth Anderson trumpet, Bennett Konstans trumpet, Maddie Lindgren horn, Rachel Monroe trombone, Paul Loucas tuba MARCH 31 at 3:00 PM A BRIEF TOUR OF THE WORLD OF OPERA: A Program Arias and Duets Music by Handel, Gounod, Mozart, Puccini, and others Sallie Szudy soprano, Oscar Menoyo tenor, Jim Hinton baritone, William Schnell piano

APRIL 7 at 3:00 PM H. Ricardo Ramirez organist Director of Music and Organist, Holy Name Cathedral, Chicago APRIL 19 at 12:00PM (Good Friday) RETURN TO ME: A Choral Service based on the Stations of the Cross Music by Taylor Scott Davis Featuring the FCC Chancel Choir, Dorothy Deen cello David St Germain piano

BRAVO

Center, with different ensembles and programs at each performance.

Bach

Around the Clock

12 hours of Bach

performed by musicians from the Fox Valley & beyond.

CONCERTS FOR A CAUSE

Saturday, March 9, 2019 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Donations to benefit the Ecker Center for Mental Health

First United Methodist Church 216 E. Highland Ave Elgin, IL 60120 847.741.0038

fumcelgin.org

supported by

#fumcelgin

5.3

Tickets are $25 adults / $20 seniors / $14 students. See below for details.

Rodney Crowell Lewis Black.

Comedian Lewis Black The ECC Arts Center is excited to announce that acclaimed stand-up comedian Lewis Black will be bringing his “The Joke’s on US Tour” to the Arts Center on Thursday, March 21 at 8 p.m. Known as the “King of the Rant,” Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. His comedic brilliance lies in his ability to make people laugh at the absurdities of life, with topics that include current events, social media, politics and anything else that exposes the hypocrisy and madness he sees in the world. Tickets to “Lewis Black: The Joke’s on US Tour” at the ECC Blizzard Theatre are $57 to $67. Note: This performance contains adult content and language. See below for ticket information.

EYSO The award-winning Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) is one of the largest, oldest and most esteemed youth orchestras in the nation. Its five orchestras, brass choir, percussion ensembles and thriving Chamber Music Institute provide nearly 400 students from 70 communities a challenging musical experience while rewarding audiences with thrilling, innovative concerts. EYSO’s 43rd season draws inspiration from Antoine de SaintExupéry’s famous quote, “What is essential is invisible to the eye,” and explores the powerful ways that art makes us see what matters most about our humanity. Learn more at EYSO.org. This Spring’s concert, entitled “See The Wheat Fields?” is Sunday, March 10 at 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Blizzard Theatre at the ECC Arts

Revered songwriter Rodney Crowell arrived in Nashville in 1972 and has become part of the very marrow of the Music City. From friendships with legends like Guy and Susanna Clark to two Grammy Awards and becoming part of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Crowell is a true treasure of American music. He’s collaborated with, and had his songs recorded by, a range of acclaimed artists including Waylon Jennings, Bob Seger, Emmylou Harris, Rosanne Cash, Sheryl Crow, and Keith Urban. Crowell is performing in Elgin Saturday, March 16 at 7 p.m. in the Blizzard Theatre. Reserved seats are $35. See below for details.

Souvenirs from Paris Immerse yourself in the music and food of Paris! French-born musician Julien Labro and his swingin’ band The Chanson Experiment will transport you to the streets of Paree with their refreshing take on the music of France. Our intimate club will be transformed into a Parisian cabaret — complete with French pastries, wine and coffee for sale by ECC’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program. Heralded as “the next accordion star” by Howard Reich of the Chicago Tribune, Labro has established himself as one of the foremost accordion and bandoneon players in both the classical and jazz genres. Indulge yourself Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the SecondSpace Theatre. Tickets are $30. See below.

Arts Center Ticket Info Tickets for ECC Arts Center shows are available at tickets. elgin.edu; by phone at 847-6220300; or at the box office (call for hours) located in Building H on Elgin Community College’s Spartan Drive Campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. The ECC Arts Center can be found on Facebook at facebook.com/ecca-

BRAVO

March 2019

rtscenter and on Twitter at @eccartscenter.

Elgin Symphony Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux headlines concerts with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, March 2nd and 3rd at the Hemmens Cultural Center. “Among the elite of today’s classical guitarists” (Gramophone), Vieaux is a guitarist that goes beyond the classical. NPR describes Vieaux as, “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation.” His most recent solo album, Play, won the 2015 Grammy Award for Best Classical Instrumental Solo. On the program are works by Smetana, Corigliano, Villa-Logos and Tchaikovsky, conducted by Louisvile Symphony Music Director Teddy Abrams. Tickets start at $30.

longest and last. Lore has it that a music publisher supplied its nickname because the powerful piece reminded him of Jupiter and his thunderbolts. With near unanimous superlative reviews, the work has become a canonized masterwork of the symphonic repertoire. Hear it live at the Hemmens, Friday, March 22nd at 8pm. Tickets are $30 for adults, $10 for youth. Tickets for all ESO performances are available on line at elginsymphony.org, or by phone at (847) 888-4000.

Rochaus Lineup The calendar is jammed, and so is the haus at 96 West Main Street, West Dundee. This month features tributes to Abba, Alice Cooper, Led Zeppelin and more. Check it out! Thurdsay, March 7, 8pm: Zoso, the Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience. $20-23 Friday, March 8, 8pm: Mike Tramp with Kurt Arft and Chad Foster, $15-18 Monday, March 11, 7:30pm: Shim, with Madame Mayhem and Releaser, $15-18

Inside the Music with Andrew Grams: Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony Everyone loves our new Inside the Music programs. These “Music 101” events are designed for classical music newcomers, and are casual and relaxed. Our regular ESO fans love discovering new musical insights as well! Music Director Andrew Grams leads this journey through a musical masterpiece, with the ESO playing excerpts throughout. After intermission, the audience experiences the entire work with a deeper, richer connection to the music. Drinks and food are welcome in the hall. Popcorn provided by Mama Lee’s Gourmet Popcorn. Dive deep into Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 “Jupiter” Symphony. Considered by many as the greatest symphony by the greatest composer that ever lived, it was Mozart’s

Friday, March 15, 8pm: Hairbangers Ball, with Loveblast, $10-28 Thursday, March 21, 8pm: Abbarama, the Abba Tribute, $15-18 Friday, March 22, 7pm: Chicago Sanitarium tribute to Metallica, Korn, Godsmack and Slipknot, featuring Unforgiven, Freak on a Leash, Voodoo and Sic, $12-15 Saturday, March 23, 8pm: Coopers Dead Things, the Ultimate Alice Cooper Experience, $10-13 Sunday, March 24, 7:30pm: Spoken, with Awake at Last, and Monroe, $10-23 Saturday, March 30, 8:00pm: Janet Gardner, featuring The Outfit and Blacklist Regulars, $18-36. Most shows are over 21 only and doors open an hour before showtime. For advance tickets and complete details, hit up rochaus.com.

INDEPENDENT PLAYERS

PRESENT LAUGHTER BY NOEL COWARD

PRESENT LAUGHTER

directed by Donald Haeﬂiger Starring Gabor Mark, Lori Rohr, Dana Udelhoven, Madeline BY NOEL COWARD Franklin, Elizabeth Dawson, Steve Connell, Blase Horn, David Donald Haeﬂiger Hudson, directed Jonathanby Horn, Nicole Netsen and Beth McDonald

Starring Gabor Mark, Lori Rohr, Dana Udelhoven, Madeline Franklin, Elizabeth Dawson, Steve Connell, Blase Horn, David Hudson, Jonathan Horn, Nicole Netsen and Beth McDonald

FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS: MARCH 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 2019 at 7:30 PM FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS:

TICKETS: $157:30 PM MARCH 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 2019 at SENIOR CITIZENS (65 & over): $12

TICKETS: $15 (14-21): $10 STUDENTS SENIOR CITIZENS (65 & over): $12 STUDENTS $10 ONLINE: (14-21): independentplayers.org PHONEindependentplayers.org RESERVATIONS: (847) 697-7374 ONLINE: PHONE RESERVATIONS: TICKETS AT THE (847) DOOR:697-7374 CASH/CHECK ONLY TICKETS AT THE DOOR: CASH/CHECK ONLY

BRAVO

5.3

Sponsored Content

Elgin Cultural Arts Commission

U-46 TalentFest 2019 Now in its 9th year, the U-46 TalentFest just seems to get ever more amazing. The remarkable artistic abilities of U-46 high school students will be showcased at the upcoming TalentFest 2019 that will take place at the Hemmens Cultural Center Theater on Tuesday, March 12th at 7:00 p.m. The TalentFest provides a vehicle for expression and performance that students don’t find readily in the traditional programs offered at schools. Two acts from each area high school — Bartlett High School, Elgin High School, Larkin High School, South Elgin High School, Streamwood High School and, new this year, DREAM Academy — all complete to win cash prizes. The host for the evening is Miriam Naponelli, the co-host of GreenRoom Improv who will entertain the audience with her comedic stylings between performances. The competitors — who are the top two acts from each school’s own talent show — will entertain audiences with their unique and often mind-blowing artistry during the first part of the show. The audience gets to be a big part of the action, as they vote to see which acts make it to the finals. Those acts selected by the audience then perform a completely different act for the three celebrity judges. Those judges then award the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place acts.

Cultural Arts Commission Calendar Call for Art The ECAC’s Call for Art is live and applications for 2019 public art are being accepted through March 4, 2019. For the application, please visit CityOfElgin.org/ PublicArt. For questions or concerns contact Cultural Arts Manager, Amanda Harris at Harris_A@CityOfElgin.org or 847-931-6019. #publicart #ExploreElgin #downtownElgin #goseeart First, second, and third places receive an award as determined by the judges’ votes and whichever school earns the most audience votes will have the honor of holding onto the traveling TalentFest Trophy, currently residing with last year’s People’s Choice winner, Larkin High School. With the support of the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission and the U-46 Educational Foundation, TalentFest is open to the entire student population within the district. Winners from past shows are often asked to participate in various City of Elgin events and festivals. Aside from the prestige that comes with the greatest talent, this event encourages and highlights the incredible gifts of the young individuals who are the heart and soul of our wonderful community. Tickets to TalentFest 2019 are $5.00 and may be purchased at The Hemmens Box Office, online at www.hemmens.org, or by phone at 847-931-5900. Active updates are available on the event’s Facebook page at TalentFest U-46 (@ talentfestu46). The Hemmens Cultural Center is located at the corner of Symphony Way and North Grove Avenue in Elgin, IL and is easily accessible from I-90. Parking is free.

Utility Box Wrapping The new Utility Box Wrapping program is now accepting applications now. The fi rst of two applications will be selected in April and the second in August. For the application, please visit CityOfElgin. org/PublicArt. For questions or concerns contact Cultural Arts Manager, Amanda Harris at Harris_A@CityOfElgin.org or 847-931-6019. #publicart #ExploreElgin #downtownElgin #goseeart

Neighborhood Public Art Grants The new grant program is available to any Elgin neighborhood association to acquire a sculpture for their area. Applications are due May 6, 2019 to City Hall. For the application and more information, visit: http://cityofelgin.org/1979/ Cultural-Arts-Grants.

Side Street Studio Arts, 2019 Organizational Grant Recipient Visit Side Street Studio Arts to see their current visual art exhibitions: “Year 6” in the Gallery and “Fight Forever” in the Theater. For more information on these exhibits visit SideStreetStudioArts.org

March 2019

BRAVO

5.3

On the Marquee

Get to Know YOUR ESO Transforming the Symphony Experience

Guitar Serenade

Villa-Lobos Guitar Concerto Teddy Abrams Conductor Grammy Winner Jason Vieaux Guitar

Inside the Music

w/Andrew Grams & the ESO

Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony, No. 41

Musical Masterpieces Demystified

March 22

Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony, No. 41

Andrew Grams, conductor Greg Flint, horn Steve Replogle, horn

March 23 & 24 Concert for the “Common Man” Andrew Grams Conductor The Elgin Symphony Orchestra

May 4 & 5

Build your own Series for our exciting 2019-20 Season! Learn more at ElginSymphony.Org

Tickets start at $30 Valet or Free Parking Come as you areLeave transformed!

Use code 18-Bravo for 15% savings

ElginSymphony.Org 847.888.4000

ANDREW GRAMS “Great music is great music, regardless of genre.” That principle is central to the thought process behind planning a season of concerts for the Elgin Symphony Orchestra (ESO), according to Music Director Andrew Grams. “When I was growing up, everybody had their own favorite radio station, and those stations played certain types of music,” he says of his youth in the suburbs of Baltimore. “One of the great things that has come about because of the digital age, where everybody has access to the widest gamut of music, is that people’s tastes are no longer as confined as they used to be.” Charged with choosing the repertoire for a major regional orchestra in a community with a long memory, combined with the historical baggage that belongs to the art form, Grams must balance artistic goals with the expectations of an established audience and the tastes of a new audience. “One of the roles for any artist, like a music director, is to set out in directions where they feel they can make the greatest impact,” he said. “What I try to do with my programming is offer as a wide a variety of music as possible in a given period of time. What I gain from that is being able to offer something for everyone.”

The Fathers of Pops Before the twentieth century, essentially all large scale orchestra concerts involved serious “art music” written during the great periods of Art: the Baroque, the Classical, the Romantic. With the invention of the phonograph, more people were exposed to musical theatre, jazz, and standards coming from Tin Pan Alley. With further help

from the wide distribution of printed sheet music and affordable pianos and guitars, music acquired a populist taste. Big city orchestras like the Boston Symphony created secondary ensembles to play this repertoire, along with lighter familiar classics, in a new format called “pops.” Over time, other orchestras incorporated popular music into their seasons by alternating pops concerts with the traditional material. “We’re going away from classifying our stuff as being either classics or pops,” Grams explained. “The idea of sequestering music just doesn’t feel right anymore.” Neither does the idea of segregating audiences into the two distinct types. “Everybody can find at least one of what we might call classics, and one of what we might call a pops concert and be interested in both.” Although the majority of financial support for any orchestra does not come from ticket sales, a listening audience that is broad as well as deep is critical. “I doubt there’s any real way to measure, in smaller time frames, how people vote with their dollars, but I assume that they do. If they like what we’re offering, they contribute to it.” Pleasing the musicians is also a factor, and there is value in the musical variety. Playing familiar classics like Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony allows the seasoned musicians to concentrate on maturing together as an ensemble to create art. “They also really appreciate when we do things that aren’t the old chestnuts,” Grams said. “A lot of the musicians are really looking forward to the Beatles program, because it’s great mu-

BRAVO

March 2019

Big Apple BAGELS 5 6 1 N . M CLE A N BLV D . 847-697-9730

ELGIN

BIGAPPLEBAGELS.COM

MUFFINS & BAGELS BREAKFAST SANDWICHES SPECIALTY SANDWICHES CUSTOM CATERING

Mobile Art Machine whereabouts for

MARCH

Soulful Sparrow 10 Douglas Ave.

Photo courtesy Elgin Symphony Orchestra. sic they traditionally would not get to play. And they’re getting to play it.” Enlivening the variety are the appearances of some superb soloists, and Grams’ professional connections make this possible. “The music world is a very, very small world,” he admitted. “You know that concept of six degrees of separation from Kevin Bacon or whatever? In the music world, it feels more like three degrees.”

Calling the Tunes Concert hall music is still trying to shed its reputation for being stiff and predictable, and such changes can take a generation or more. Grams’ style and ease with musicians and the public has made huge difference. But a broad approach to programming is also a key to staying relevant. “The programming bit is harder for me, because there’s

so much to choose from. But actually whittling it down to fit into one year ... Being Music Director is a challenge, but it’s a fun challenge.” “I try to provide enough variety that everybody who’s involved — in the audience and on stage — can maintain a sense of refreshment,” he said. “Music has such an incredibly wide range of expressions, different artistic languages and time periods ... its beauty does not need to be contained in just one small medium or moment.” “I like to think of myself as the head coach: part cheerleader; the person who gives feedback to the players to get them to run everything better; and the one taking the pulse of the public to give them what they want, but also something they didn’t know they wanted.” —JP

sharedharvest.coop

BRAVO

Government 101 How does our government--local, state, and national--work? Find out each month how different elected offices function, and what they can do for you. Elgin Township Supervisor Franklin Ramirez is your guide for this non-partisan, educational, series. It’s all the fun the Constitution Test leaves out! 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: John LaBorn 7p-8p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Thu.Feb.28 Device Advice Need help figuring out how to use your tablet, smartphone or eReader? Bring your questions and your device to the library for some 1:1 help. 10a-12p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Steve Yoder 11a-12p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Denise Williams 2p-3p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab Art, tinkering activities and games will be available for creative play. 2/28: Origami dogs 4p-5p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Shirley Remes 4.30p-5.30p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Voice Over Class at ECC This Elgin Community College noncredit class will show you how you could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos and more! You will learn about a unique, outside the box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full or part-time careers out there! In this one-time 2 hour interactive workshop, students will discuss the industry’s opportunities, the structure of advertising, how to make a demo, the kinds of voices in demand, and most importantly, a proven process for finding work. Students will also divide into small groups and step up to the microphone to record a simulated voiceover. This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead! And NOW is the best time to make this happen as new companies are looking for new voices like never before. Register online 24/7 at elgin.edu/ce, “Explore Our Offerings”, click on “Careers”, then on “Voice Overs”. Course code is CED 704. 6.30p, ECC Room F113, 1700 Spartan Drive elgin.edu/ce elgin.edu. $25.00

QuickBooks: Advanced Reports Learn how to format, modify and filter data within reports and how to set up Sales Tax reporting in this advanced class. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Fri.Mar.1 Regional Office of Education Kane County Institute Day 2019 It’s all about perspective: How we view our students seriously matters.It is very easy for us to view our students from a deficit paradigm as opposed to an asset or strengths perspective. Teachers and Librarians will learn about their own biases and what contributes to these biases. We will also learn how to implement more productive practices when working with culturally and linguistically diverse students.Our presenter is Dr. James Cohen, an experienced Associate Professor of ESL/Bilingual Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Northern Illinois University. 8a-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Vintage ShopHop The Vintage Shop Hop is a self-guided day of vintage & boutique shopping gathering 400+ vintage shops and antique store owners in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin to roll out the red carpet for you! 10a-5p, Participating Shops, Downtown Elgin vintageshophop. blogspot.com No Shushing Movie Fridays Come enjoy a movie in a family-friendly, casual setting. Chatting and snacks from home are welcome. This program welcomes people of all abilities. Please contact the library one week in advance if you need accommodations. No registration. 3/1 Bambi (1942, G); 3/8 Won’t You Be My Neighbor (2018, PG-13); 3/15 Smallfoot (2018, PG); 3/22 Hamilton: One Shot to Broadway (2017, PG); 3/29 Alaska: Spirit of the Wild (1997, G). 10.30a-12.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Intro to 3D Design Grades 3-8. Learn how to make your own 3D designs and leave with a 3D-printed object.

Having an active email address or setting up a Tinkercad.com account in advance would be helpful. Registration required 1.30p-3p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info A Taste of the Mild Life We’ve done it again, Kids! We managed to trick our friends at Crystal Lake Brewing to collaborate with us again. On Friday, March 1st, we’re releasing our new collaboration right here at #plankroadtaproom! To celebrate we’ll have both the bourbon and rye editions of Crystal Lake’s Boathouse Reserve barrel-aged series along with a cask of Too Much Cologne with a blend of gin botanicals! We also have Chuck’s Wood Fired Pizza coming out to serve some of their crowd favorites along with a custom pizza to pair with our collaboration beer! NOTE: We love Chuck and his crew and don’t want them to freeze out there. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we won’t have them come out. Grab a friend, an Uber, or both and head in to Plank Road Tap Room to share in our latest collab with CLB. 5p-10p, Plank Road Tap Room, 39W149 Plank Rd plankroadtaproom.com 6: Celebrating Six Years of Side Street Celebrate six years of Side Street Studio Arts in downtown Elgin with live performances, art making, visual art, the Side Street family, and much more at the YEAR 6 opening reception! A panel will award each of the top six exhibitors with Side Street prize packages, while the Judges’ Choice will receive a $600 cash prize sponsored by Elgin Public House. The Crowd Favorite (voted on during the opening reception) will receive a prize package including a Side Street LAB Membership! YEAR 6 Judges Panel: Joni Sullivan, Miles Halpern, Peggy Dee, Travis Linville, Melina Scotte. The party includes live music from Quiet Cove at 8pm, followed by Dramaglider at 9:15pm in the Theater. 6p, Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Court 847.429.2276 sidestreetstudioarts. org. $5 donation Move Night at FBC Bring the family and enjoy a fun-filled night at FBC. Our second annual Movie Night will be held on Friday, March 1 at 7pm. Chow down on free popcorn, purchase concessions to support our Student Ministry’s summer mission trip to New Orleans, play games, do fun crafts - plus watch a great movie! Need we say more?? Bring your blankets, sleeping bags & pillows, get comfy and enjoy this year’s film - Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out. See the event page for links to the movie trailer and a complete, conservative review of the film! Invite your friends & family the more the merrier. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact the church office. 7p, First Baptist Church, 1735 W. Highland Avenue 847.695.8700 fbcelgin.com. Free

5.3 Present Laughter Matinee stars, affairs both amorous and numerous‚ îwhat is a man to do? Find out when Independent Players presents Noel Coward’s delightful comedy Present Laughter at the Elgin Art Showcase in March. At the centre of his own universe sits matinee idol Garry Essendine: suave, hedonistic and too old, says his wife, to be having numerous affairs. His affairs with harmless, infatuated debutantes are largely tolerated, but playing closer to home is not. Just before he escapes on tour to Africa the full extent of his misdemeanours is discovered. And all hell breaks loose. Noel Coward’s Present Laughter premiered in the early years of the Second World War just as such privileged lives were threatened with fundamental social change. Continues Fridays and Saturdays at 7.30p through March 16th. 7.30p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15 Young Frankenstein It’s alive! This electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks’ monstrously funny film will leave you in stitches. Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”)—with help from Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”) and Inga (pronounced normally)—finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan. Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks. Friday and Saturday nights at 7.30p, Sundays at 3p through March 3. 7.30p, ECC Arts Center SecondSpace Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets. elgin.edu. $18-20 First Fridays Improv with GreenRoom Productions As St. Patrick’s Day fastly approaches it’s time to get your Green on, Improv Green that is. Go ahead and sit back, relax and prepare to laugh! 100% clean. 99.27% hilarious. Imagine an hour and a half of complete improvisation, a la Whose Line is it Anyway? GreenRoom’s improvisers take audience suggestions and true-life audience stories and turn them into hilarious theatre pieces right before your eyes! GreenRoom Productions, a semi-professional ensemble-based theatre company that specializes in improvisation, produces a full season of shows each year including musicals, plays, improv, and original sketch comedy. With competing improv teams, improvised songs, audience members on stage, and tons of energy, these family-friendly shows are ones you won’t soon forget. Oh, and did we mention there’s live music and a cash bar? Don’t miss a fun and exciting evening out! Catch First Fridays Improv with GreenRoom Production in The Hemmens’ one of a kind 200-seat Cabaret Theater in the Round 8p-9.45p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 greenroomimprov.com

BRAVO

March 2019 The Moods 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover

Sat.Mar.2 Champion Building Tour Visit one of the coolest vintage shops in downtown Elgin, Soulful Sparrow (10 Douglas Ave) to celebrate the 140th birthday of the Champion Building! Soulful Sparrow features a wide variety of vintage and reproduction decor, furniture, architectural finds, artisan jewelry, local artist photography of historic Elgin, and boutique fashion and accessories. Pay them a visit on Friday or Saturday and receive a party favor and a discount coupon for up to 40% off one item (excludes furniture and items marked “firm”). Road worthy refreshments will be on hand.The upstairs residential loft will be open for tours during the Shop Hop for a suggested $5 donation to benefit the Elgin Area Historical Society. Story boards will be featured on site showing renovations. Enjoy a complimentary birthday cupcake as part of the tour. To learn more about the Vintage Shop Hop event, visit their Facebook page. There are 400+ shops participating all they way from southern Wisconsin into northern Illinois. Make it a shopping road trip! 10a-5p, Soulful Sparrow, 10-12 Douglas Avenue 224.223.7718 soulfulspar-

row.com. $5 Ingles para el Trabajo/English for the Workplace Únase a este curso gratuito de 7 semanas en la Biblioteca. Aprenda a buscar un trabajo y crear un curriculum en la computadora. Practique vocabulario y conversaciones relacionadas con el trabajo. Aprenda sobre la cultura y los derechos en el lugar de trabajo. Investigue profesiones y explore oportunidades de educacion y desarrollo continuo. Este programa es proporcicionado con una subvencion del Gerald M. Klein Family Foundation. Join this free 7-week course at the Library. Use computers to learn to search for a job and create a resume. Practice work-related vocabulary and conversations. Learn about workplace culture and rights. Research careers and explore continued education and development opportunities. This program is funded through a grant from the Gerald M. Klein Family Foundation. 10a-1p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Kane County Medical Reserve Corps: Personal and family preparedness training KCMRC and Elgin Police Department share emergency preparedness and ALICE training. 10a-1p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Dancing Animals ( ML) All ages are welcome to join us for a morning of music and movement featuring Camille Saint-Saens’ delightful suite, “The Carnival of the Animals. Cellist Sara Sitzer and French Hornist Kelly Langenberg of Chamber Music on the Fox explore musical concepts of rhythm. 10.30a-12p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss Come join us for fun activities and stories to celebrate this wonderful author. 11a-12p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

century business tycoon, Chanel, shares the story of her rise to fame, her fashion theories and innovations, and the creation of her most famous fragrance. She is also candid about her competitors and the men in her life. 11a, ECC, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.742.7930 ywcaelgin.org. $25 Activate Elgin March into Health Kick-off Event Join Activate Elgin to celebrate March Into Health with live performances, chef demo and tasting, fresh fruit give-away and crafts, activities and prize opportunities. 1p-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Story Hour Children explore the natural world through stories and exhibits at the Elgin Public Museum. This month we will read about Fish! Hear a story about fish and do a craft. No advance notice, just show up. See our new exhibit while you are there. We have one up about Birds. Donations welcome. No registration required. 11a-12p, Elgin Public Museum, 225 Grand Boulevard 847.741.6655 elginpublicmuseum.org

Bracelets Galore- Macrame Create Macrame Bracelets with Cord and

Women’s History Month Tea Elgin Community College will be hosting this year’s Women’s History Month Tea organized by the YWCA of Elgin. Coco Chanel will be portrayed by Annette Baldwin. History’s most influential fashion designer and 20th

Military Veterans’ Program

FEED.colorcode Bands & Music

Theater & Dance

Exhibits & Film

Causes & Community

Kids & Families

Lectures & Learning Wellness & Nature Creativity Other

Fourth Leg - Active duty foster program, where Anderson Animal Shelter fosters and provides care through its MVP volunteer network for pets of active duty or reservists being deployed. Anderson anticipates the average length of time in foster will be six months and will cover the cost of care for these animals. In the near future, extended fostering option to others in need shall be added.

Anderson Animal Shelter is excited to announce launching their Military Veterans’ Program (MVP). $51,000 in funding was raised at Anderson’s Nov. 2018 A Night 4 Paws Gala. Paul Augustine, a Purple Heart recipient and US Army veteran, is the MVP coordinator. He holds a Master’s Degree in special eduction.

There are four legs to the program. First Leg - All honorably discharged veterans, active duty, and reservists are eligible to receive 50% off an adoption, as a way to thank military members for their service. Anderson anticipates about 100 adoptions in 2019 - so please help share the word about this program. Second Leg - MVP volunteers are trained in the methods of positive reinforcement training, to further more adoptions and save lives. Third Leg - Behavioral foster program, where MVP volunteers foster special-needs animals. The volunteers are provided with training and support from the program’s coordinator - along with Anderson’s clinic and behavior staff. For more information contact Paul Augustine, US Army Veteran (847) 697-2880 x 59 - paugustine@andersonanimalshelter.org

BRAVO

badours on ESO concerts March 2 & 3 at Hemmens Cultural Center. “Perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation,” says National Public Radio. Guest conductor Teddy Abrams leads the colorful and vibrant program, which also features Czech composer Bedrich Smetana’s The Moldau, a musical journey along actual sites on the river, and Tchaikovsky’s Francesca da Rimini, a fiery tone poem about two doomed lovers. 7.30p-12p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.888.4000 elginsymphony.org Beads. Please bring cording supplies. 1p-3p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info VNA Mobile Health Clinic / Clinica Ml The VNA mobile health clinic will be at the Library to provide free blood pressure, diabetes and BMI screenings. La clinica movil de VNA estara en el estacionamiento de la Biblioteca para proveer examenes de diabetes, de la presion y de masa corporal gratis. 1p-3p, GBPL Parking Lot, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Welcome Baby Babies up to six months and parents.Bring baby and baby’s new library card to learn about programs and resources to support your baby’s early literacy development and receive a special gift! R 1p-2p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Board Game Night Join us for Game Night at The BBC as the Elgin Area Tabletop Group will meet for games on Saturday nights!!!Bring a group or join a game!!! Games will be provided but feel free to bring one of your own!!!As always, The BBC will have great food and amazing coffee drinks for sale.Hosted by Sam Branscum and the Elgin Area Tabletop Group. 5p, Blue Box Cafe, 176 E. Chicago Street 847.697.2583 theblueboxcafe.com Pasta Dinner and Silent Auction Great food and a silent auction to raise money for the June mission trip to Beckley, West Virginia. All are welcome! 5p, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 340 Grand Boulevard 847.741.8434 blcelgin.org. $3-7 Skate with EPD Officers Brought to you by the Midnight Shift Patrol officers, join us at the City of Elgin skate rink (behind City Hall on Dexter Ct.) on Saturday, March 2 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for a free skate night. 6.30p-8.30p, City Hall Skate Rink, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org Elgin Symphony Orchestra ~ Guitar Serenade Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux, “among the elite of today’s classical guitarists”(Gramophone), will perform the Villa-Lobos’ Guitar Concerto and John Corigliano’ s Trou-

Present Laughter See 3/1. 7.30p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15 Young Frankenstein See 3/1. 7.30p, ECC Arts Center SecondSpace Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $18-20 Gasoline Alley 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com No Limits 9p, D Hangout Bar & Grill, 550 S. McLean Boulevard 847.717.0511 d-hangout.com. No Cover Wait, What? Your favorite acoustic duo is headed to The Chubby Bullfrog for a night of acoustic covers! Join us from 9pm-12 for a few drinks and some tasty jams! 9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com

Sun.Mar.3 Champion Building Tour See 3/2. 10a-5p, Soulful Sparrow, 10-12 Douglas Avenue 224.223.7718 soulfulsparrow.com. $5 Get the Whole World Singing Join us for a collaborative project with the Boys and Girls Club of Elgin. The Elgin Master Chorale is dedicated to community involvement and engagement, holding firm in the belief that choral music has a unique ability to link people and unite communities. Donations will be collected at the door. All proceeds will be donated to the Elgin Boys and Girls Club! 12p, Imago Creative Studios, 216 Prairie Street 847.214.7225 emcchildrenschorus.org. $3 donation SAT Practice Test High School juniors can take a practice SAT and discover which subjects to review and study. Sylvan Learning Center will proctor the tests and review results with you and your parents the following week. Registration is required. 12.30p-3.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Sterling Brass Quintet ESO Pre-Concert Performance Hear Sterling Brass Quintet, one of Elgin

Youth Symphony Orchestra’s (EYSO) honors chamber ensembles, perform in the lobby of the Hemmens Cultural Center prior to the Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s concert. 1.30p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.841.7700 eyso.org. FREE (for the pre-concert performance) Elgin Symphony Orchestra ~ Guitar Serenade See 3/2. 2.30p-5p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.888.4000 elginsymphony. org Young Frankenstein See 3/1. 3p, ECC Arts Center SecondSpace Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $18-20

Mon.Mar.4 Countdown to Kindergarten 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...Kindergarten! This storytime series is filled with fun educational stories, songs, and activities specially designed to get kids ready to attend Kindergarten. Children entering Kindergarten in Fall 2019 are encouraged to apply, but the program is open to all 3-5 year-olds. For kids ages 3-5 years with an adult caregiver. Caregivers are encouraged to leave the room in order to model real Kindergarten. Registration required. You will be automatically registered for the entire 6-week series. 10.15a-11a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Library Fun & Facts - Lunch & Learn at Senior Services Associates, Inc. Calling all seniors! Join us on a journey to discover healthy lifestyles from around the world with a Fit & Strong program with Senior Services’ Minnie Vasquez and Gail Borden’s Tales and Travel program. Free, healthy lunch provided. PLEASE REGISTER: 847-741-0404. 10.30a-12.30p, Senior Services Center, 205 Fulton St. 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Cafe en Espanol / Spanish Cafe Participantes de nivel intermedio practicaran respondiendo o empezando conversaciones en espanol con fluidez y hablando con gente que habla espanol como primer idioma. Dirigido por Pita Betancourt. Intermediate-level participants will practice structured and spontaneous conversations in Spanish. Participants also will learn vocabulary. Led by Pita Betancourt. 12p-1p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

5.3 Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in a fun, hands-on way. Check out our STEAM Blog for more ideas: http://gbplsteam.blogspot.com 4p-4.45p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info STEAM for grades 3-5 Explore the wonders of the universe through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in a fun, hands-on way. Check out our STEAM Blog for more ideas: http://gbplsteam.blogspot. com 5p-6p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Studio 270 Volunteer Squad Help out the library with cleaning, book displays, and other library related projects. 5p-7p, GBPL Studio 270*, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six 30 minutes of stories, fingerplays and songs. As parents must remain in the building but do not need to attend the class, this is the first on my own library experience for children. 6p-6.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones 15 minutes of short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, music and a movement activity followed by a 15 minute play period. For children 12-23 months with parent or adult caregiver. Registration required. Please complete the information below or call our Registration Desk at 847-429-4597. Please sign up for only one of the time slots offered so that as many of our customers as possible can enjoy our programming. During the first week of registration only customers living in the Gail Borden Public Library District may register. Registration for customers outside of the library district begins the following Monday. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Drop By Game Design (High School) We’ll be making games using Bitsy and Twine 2. Whether you want to learn about these programs for the first time or whether you are continu-

Homework Heroes Grades K-8. Students who need help with homework assignments can drop by to meet one-on-one with a volunteer. 3.30p-5.30p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info STEAM for Grades K-2 Explore the wonders of the universe through

List your events for FREE

BRAVO

March 2019 ing work on a project, feel free to drop in. We’ll have some laptops available on a fi rst come 6.30p-7.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Poetry Writers Workshop Come share your love of poetry! This is a group for local poets to share what they have written. Gareth Mann Sitz, poet and songwriter, will facilitate. No registration. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info 3D Design Series Learn 3D design and printing fundamentals and put your skills to the test in this series. Each class offers the opportunity to design and print a pre-determined object using Tinkercad. This week: Basics. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Planning & Zoning Commission 7p-8p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org Story Mix for Three to Six See above. 7p-7.30p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Tue.Mar.5 Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Genealogical Society This is the monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society where Kimberly Nagy will present “Dropsy, Quinsy, or Consumption: Just exactly what did my ancestor have?” Have you even wondered what some of the medical

Heartland Voices presents

HV’s the Bee’s Knees

terms found on old documents really mean? What are the modern terms for those diseases? Were our ancestor’s ailments treatable; contagious or was there an epidemic? Dr. Kimberly Nagy will discuss several commonly used terms for medical ailments. ----- Kimberly Nagy, MD PLCGS has been researching her ancestry for over forty years. Much of her experience predates the internet and she loves the smell of old books in libraries, courthouses, and archives. Now retired from her career as a Trauma Surgeon, she devotes all of her time to genealogy. She has extensive experience with Lineage Society applications and loves to lecture- both are refl ected in her work as a professional genealogist. 9.30a-11.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Panera Milk & Cookie Storytime The Gail Borden Public Library and Panera Bread are partnering to sponsor this program to be held at Panera Bread. Your preschooler will enjoy stories read by a ReaderShip storyteller, followed by a milk and cookie snack compliments of Panera. Stay for a craft. 9.30a-10.30a, Panera Bread, 369 Randall Road, South Elgin 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Music from the 20s Saturday, March 9th, 2019 Doors open at 6:00pm. Concert begins at 7:30pm. The evening’s events will include a silent auction, raffle, hors d’oeuvres, and wine bar.

1, 2, 3 Go! Families with 1, 2, and 3 year olds are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this dynamic program. No registration required. 10.15a-10.45a, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info Job Search and Resume Help Drop in for assistance with your resume, cover letter, online applications, and more. Presented in partnership with the Kane County Offi ce of Community Reinvestment. For more information, call 630-844-8768. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Read It! Paint It! Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. R 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Branch Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info

Kimball Street Theatre at Elgin Academy Kimball Street and Dundee Avenue Elgin, IL 60120

South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club Kids are invited to hone their chess skills. Beginners are welcome. Intermediate or Advanced players can play opponents or work on chess puzzles. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Elgin Property Maintenance Board of Appeals 5p-6p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org

Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door. To reserve tickets, please contact the box office at 847.429.9486 or reserve online at heartlandvoices.org.

Audio Lab Learn how to edit audio in our digital media lab. 6p-7p, GBPL Studio 270 Digital Media Lab, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

PREVIEW PERFORMANCE: Friday, March 8th, 2019 7:30pm | Tickets are $20

T H RO U G H M U S I C , T H E H E A RT S OA R S

Pharmacy Technician Certifi cation Course at ECC This comprehensive 50 hour noncredit certificate program offered by Elgin Community College will prepare students to work as a pharmacy technician in a retail or other pharmacy setting and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certifi cation Board’s (PTCB) exam. This program includes an optional 80 hour externship through a local pharmacy. To be eligible for the externship, students must successfully complete the 50 hour classroom program, submit to a thorough background check, drug screening, and meet other requirements that will cost the student an additional amount of approximately $250.

BRAVO

5.3

FEED.whereisbravo EAST SIDE Baker Hill Restaurant 1279 Dundee Ave. Beef Villa 1055 Dundee Avenue Blue Kangaroo Coin Laundry 464 Summit Street Elgin History Museum 360 Park Street Elgin Public Museum 225 Grand Ave Gail Borden Public Library 270 N. Grove Avenue Jewel-Osco 1040 Summit Street Olde Towne Inn 412 Bluff City Boulevard Superior Homes Team Realty 1173 Dundee Ave. Tri-City Animal Hospital 790 Summit St.

DOWNTOWN Al’s Cafe & Creamery 43 DuPage Court Arabica Cafe* 59 Douglas Ave Associated Bank 16 N. Spring Street Blue Box Cafe 176 E. Chicago Street Centre of Elgin 100 Symphony Way Danny’s on Douglas* 231 Douglas Avenue Domani Cafe 109 E. Highland Avenue Dog’s Paw Brewing Co. 74 S. Grove Avenue Downtown Neighborhood Assn* 31 S. Grove Avenue #100 Dream Hall at 51 51 S. Grove Avenue Elgin Antiques & Uniques 207 E. Chicago Street Elgin ArtSpace Lofts 51 S. Spring Street Elgin Art Showcase 164 Division Street Elgin Books & Coffee 66 S. Grove Ave. Elgin City Hall 150 Dexter Court Elgin Public House 219 E. Chicago Street Elgin Symphony Orchestra 20 Dupage Court Explore Elgin Area 60 S. Grove Avenue

Funky Rooster Tattoo and Gallery 73 S. Grove Avenue

Holiday Inn Express 495 Airport Road

Jewel-Osco 375 Randall Road

Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way

Jewel-Osco 1660 Larkin Avenue

Stanley’s Ale House 335 N. McLean Boulevard

Imago Creative Studios 216 Prairie Street

Judson University 1151 N. State Street

Starbucks 338 S. Randall Road

Kellenberger Auto Service 217 Symphony Way

Metra Rail Big Timber Station 2025 Big Timber Road

EAST/WEST DUNDEE

Law Offices of Shirley Sadjadi 169 E. Chicago St.

Paul’s Family Restaurant 1300 Lawrence Avenue

Courtyard by Marriott 2175 Marriott Drive, West Dundee

Mama Lee’s Gourmet Popcorn 20 S. Spring St.

Presence St. Joseph Hospital 77 N. Airlite Street

The Dundee Depot 319 N. River St., East Dundee

Martini Room 161 E. Chicago St.

Sirin Dentistry 1 Crescent St.

East Dundee Village Hall 120 Barrington Ave., East Dundee

Pastigel Bakery 154 E. Chicago St.

State Street Market Shops 701 N. State St.

Emmett’s Brewing Company 128 W. Main St., West Dundee

Radio Shopping Show Redemption Center 16 Douglas Avenue

Walnut Speakeasy 214 Walnut Avenue

The Manor Restaurant 425 E. Main St., East Dundee

Willow Lake Estates* 161 West River Road

Midwest Retro 207 Barrington Ave., East Dundee

RANDALL CORRIDOR

Pampered Pet Services 1050 Dundee Ave.

Razor Heads Barber Shop 18 S. Spring Street Rediscover Records 9 S. Spring Street Senior Services Associates 205 Fulton Street Side Street Studio Arts Gallery 15 Ziegler Court Soulful Sparrow 10 Douglas Avenue

WEST SIDE Alexander’s Cafe 1725 N. State Street Bender Dental Care 217 N. McLean Blvd. Big Skillet Restaurant 90 Tyler Creek Plaza Big Apple Bagels* 561 N. McLean Boulevard Clean Vistas Laundromat Tyler Creek Plaza D Hangout Bar and Grill 550 S. McLean Boulevard Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive Elgin Shopping Mall 308 S. McLean Boulevard Grumpy Goat Tavern 875 Sports Way Habitat for Humanity ReStore 800 N. State Street Hampton Inn 405 Airport Road Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Dr. Herb’s Bakery 1020 Larkin Ave. Highland Ave Church of the Brethren 783 W. Highland Ave.

1600 Professional Building 1600 N. Randall Road 1710 Professional Building 1710 N. Randall Road Advocate Sherman Hospital 1425 N. Randall Road Candlewood Suites 1780 Capital Street Comfort Suites 2480 Bushwood Drive Elle Salon 2490 Bushwood Drive Jimmy’s Charhouse 2290 Point Boulevard Panera Bread 2484 North Randall Road Physician’s Immediate Care 2490 Bushwood Drive Porter’s Pub 1250 Bowes Creek Road Rakow Branch, Gail Borden Library 2751 W. Bowes Road Rookie’s All-American Pub & Grill 2486 Bushwood Drive Starbucks 2480 North Randall Road Village Pizza and Pub 2496 N. Randall Road Woodman’s Market (C’Ville)* 2100 Randall Road

SOUTH ELGIN Booker’s Bar & Grill 420 N. McLean Boulevard Cleveland Veterinary Clinic 400 N. McLean Boulevard

The Uncommon Palate 316 N. River St., East Dundee *Preferred Pickup Location Supplies are limited at these locations and may run out early in the month. If you don’t see B RAVO Magazine on display, please let management know that you saw their location listed here, and came in for a free copy! Would you like a supply of B RAVO Magazine at your high-traffic retail of public location? Let us know! Special perks available for sites that allow placement of our B RAVO magazine rack! Contact us at: bravo@marqueemedia.net

BRAVO

March 2019 Course fee includes all textbooks and class materials which are provided to registered students on the fi rst day of class. The PTCB exam fee and all costs of the optional internship are not included. All class sessions are held at ECC’s Elgin campus. Register online 24/7 at elgin.edu/ce, “Explore Our Offerings”, click on “Healthcare”, then on “Pharmacy Technician”. Course code is CEB 430. 6p, ECC Building A, Room A121, 1700 Spartan Drive elgin.edu/ce. $1,299.00 Terrifi c Twos 20 minutes of stories, interactive fi ngerplays and large-muscle activities. Please register. During the fi rst week of registration only customers living in the Gail Borden Public Library District may register. Registration for customers outside of the library district begins the following Monday. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacien ingl/ English Conversation Group Practica conversar en ingles, mejora tu pronunciacion y adquiera confi anza con un tutor de Literacy Connection. No necesita registrarse. Practice having everyday conversations in English, improve your pronunciation and gain confi dence with a tutor from the Literacy Connection. No registration. 6.30p-7.15p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411

gailborden.info Human Relations Commission 6.30p-7.30p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org Keeping Faith: Sisters of Story Join us on a journey with 3 women of 3 different faiths (Christianity, Islamic & Jewish) woven into one beautiful community story of connection and unity. Accompanied by a cultural musical storyteller on violin, oud and guitar. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Neighborhood Watch Block Captain Meeting On the fi rst Tuesday of the odd numbered months at 7:00 p.m., the police department hosts a meeting for Block Captains. The meetings are held in the North Community Room, or the Training Room. 7p-8p, Elgin Police Department, 151 Douglas Ave. 311 cityofelgin.org Windows 10 Basics Learn how to navigate the Windows 10 interface, locate and manage your fi les, and customize your preferences. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Trivia Night Most Tuesdays at 8p. Free to play, win $$ off your tab and other prizes. Come early! 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

Wed.Mar.6 Terrifi c Twos See 3/5. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Terrifi c Twos See 3/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Quilting with Chris Finish it! A class for quilters where they can bring in their UFO’s (unfi nished objects) and get some help fi nishing them. 10.15a-12.15p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Story Mix from Three - Six See 3/4. 10.30a-11a, Rakow Branch Children’s Area, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info

author Jaqueline Camacho-Ruiz introduces us to her new book “ The Amazing World of Aviation”! It is an inspirational story with her co -pilot Pilotina a stuffed bear that shares in all of Jackie’s adventures in the sky’s. There will be a craft and copies of the book available for sale. El increible mundo de la aviacionSalones de la comunidad A&B! Acompanenos para un programa increible donde la autora Jaqueline Camacho nos presenta su nuevo libro El increible mundo de la aviacion! Es una historia inspiradora con su copiloto Pilotina, un oso de peluche que comparte todas las aventuras de Jackie en el cielo. Habra una manualidad y copias del libro disponibles para la venta. 5p-6.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Homework Heroes See 3/4. 3.30p-5.30p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Career & Technical School Fair Graduating soon? Thinking about a career change? Explore different high-demand trades and chat with representatives from area colleges, trade & technical schools at our fi rst Career & Technical School Fair. 6p-8p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Elgin Liquor Commission 4.30p-5p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org

City Council Meeting 6p-8p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org

The Amazing World of Aviation Join us for an amazing program where

Grupo de Futuros Biling/Go Bilingual Conversation Group Estudi-

Terrifi c Twos See 3/5. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

EXPLORE ELGIN AREA with a

Spring

Break Stay-cation

Special hotel rates at www.exploreelginarea.com/elginstaycation

BRAVO

go from a blank canvas to a masterpiece of your own, with plenty of laughs along the way. Show up early to find your seat, grab a bite, and get a cocktail in hand. Yaymaker events give you everything you need to get up, get out, and get making! Instruction is provided by an expert host, so no experience is required, and everything you need is supplied. Grab your friends to paint, plant, tinker, and build—and give your week something to shout about. Get $10 off with Coupon Code: YayChicago10 7p-9p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 yaymaker.com. $35 antes de todos los niveles practicaran con otras personas que hablan espanol o ingles como primer idioma. Dirigido por la maestra Betty Martinez. Learners of all levels practice a new language with native English and Spanish speakers. Led by Betty Martinez. 6p-7p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info The U-46 Dual Language Program / EL Programa de Lenguaje Dual de U-46. The U-46 Dual Language Program / EL Programa de Lenguaje Dual de U-46. 6p-7p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Cuentos para la familia/Spanish Family Storytime !30 minutos de cuentos, musica, rimas, manualidades y mucho mas para el disfrute de toda la familia! No necesita registrarse. Families who speak or are learning Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs together at our Spanish-language storytime. This is also a great opportunity for children in the Dual-Language Program to practice using Spanish outside the classroom. This program in conducted entirely in Spanish. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (CPAAA) Meeting Elgin’s Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (CPAAA) is a not-for-profit organization boasting more than 70 members who support the department through volunteerism and fundraising. CPAAA members are department ambassadors for the police department. Upon successful completion of the Citizens Polic Academy, graduates may apply to become members of CPAAA.The alumni group meets bimonthly for continuing education, which includes presentations from the FBI, Secret Service, the Illinois State Police along with various departmental units. For more information, contact Community Relations / Crime Prevention. 7p-9p, Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way 311 cityofelgin.org Paint Nite: Teal Moonlit Paris Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist at the Original Paint Nite. You’ll

QuickBooks Series Learn how QuickBooks’ accounting software allows users to manage their company finances by setting up a company, adding items, working with customers & vendors, and running reports. 3/6 Basics; 3/13 Working with Items; 3/20 All About Customers; 4/3 All About Vendors; 4/10 Wrap Up & Reports. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Walking Book Club Join the Walking Book Club for a 45-minute walk, followed by a 45-minute book discussion. March: Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders. For details, please contact Andy at 847-289-5844. 7p-8.30p, Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Thu.Mar.7 Device Advice See 2/28. 9.30a-11.30a, Rakow Branch Computer Cafe, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info 1, 2, 3, Go! See 3/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Steve Yoder 11a-12p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Homeschool Kids Explore: Fruit and Veggie Dip Let’s learn how to make a healthy dip option for afternoon snacks. 2p-3p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Denise Williams 2p-3p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab Art, tinkering activities and games will be available for creative play. 3/7: Shamrocks. 3/14: Ready for Spring. 3/21: Bird Houses. 3/28: Sand castles. 4p-5p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info

5.3

Piano Performance: Shirley Remes 4.30p-5.30p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

and format numbers and other types of data. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Kids Explore: Fruit and Veggie Dip Let’s learn how to make a healthy dip option for afternoon snacks. 5p-6p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Piano Performance: John LaBorn 7p-8p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Baby Rhyme Time This storytime is for infants 0 - 11 months with an adult caregiver. Attendance is limited. For the first week of registration only customers living within the Gail Borden Public Library District may register. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacipara la Ciudadania / Citizenship Conversation Group ¿Necesitas practicar tu ingles para el examen de la ciudadania? Ven a este grupo gratis para repasar y practicar el ingles que vas a necesitar para la entrevista y las 100 preguntas del examen de historia y civica. El grupo es liderado por un tutor del Literacy Connection y cualquiera puede asistir. No necesita inscribirse. Do you need to practice English for your naturalization/citizenship test? Come to this free group to review and practice the spoken English you will need for the interview and the 100 questions from the history/civics test. This group will be led by a tutor and is open to all. Presented by The Literacy Connection. No registration. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Medicare 101 Join us for an overview of Medicare and how it works. David Wylly of the Medicare Solutions Network will detail what Medicare covers and what it doesn’t, and options for additional coverage. We will review Medicare Supplements, Part D Drug Prescription coverage, and Advantage Plans, as well as cost saving strategies. Please register. 6.30p-8p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Stories & Songs for Your Classroom-A Workshop for Early Childhood Educators Are you a teacher interested in new songs, rhymes, and activities for your infant, toddler, or preschool classroom? Would you like to hear about the best, newest, most interactive storytime books? Come to this dynamic workshop led by early childhood professionals, and boost your circle times with new material designed to maximize learning. This workshop is eligible for DCFS hours and Gateway credits. Registration required. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info MS Excel: Basics Learn how Excel’s cells, worksheets & workbooks easily allow users to manipulate, calculate,

Zoso, the Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience 8p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $20-23

Fri.Mar.8 Baby Rhyme Time See 3/7. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info No Shushing Movie Fridays See 3/1. 10.30a-12.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Baby & Toddler Playgroup Calling all babies and toddlers! Come to storytime, then stay and play! This is a hands-on, age appropriate playgroup is a great place to spend some quality time with your little one and connect with other adults. A variety of toys will be offered in this non-structured playtime. No registration. Ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. 10.45a-11.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Computers 101 Series New to computer or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. 3/8: Mouse & Keyboard. 3/15: Managing Your PC. 3/22: Internet Basics 11a-12.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Big Wonders! You’ve seen the kids in your life enjoy it for years. Now, it’s your turn. You can have the messy, creative fun all to your adult self with BIG WONDERS! Modeled after our Small Wonders arts education

FEED.colorcode Bands & Music

Theater & Dance

Exhibits & Film

Causes & Community

Kids & Families

Lectures & Learning Wellness & Nature Creativity Other

BRAVO

March 2019 programming for kids, BIG WONDERS will include visual and performance arts instruction, snack time, and so much more! Not for the young, just the young at heart! Featuring different artist educators and different activities each session. Price includes all supplies and an adult snack. Limited space available! ALSO - don’t know what to do with your Small Wonders-aged artists during Big Wonders? We’ve got you covered. For $10 more (per child), we’re offering on-site fun for children aged 4-12 - includes snack, movie time, and art making! 6p, Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Court 847.429.2276 sidestreetstudioarts.org. $30 Fight Forever Opening Reception Side Street is proud to present Fight Forever, a solo art exhibit by Leo Perez, as part of their 2019 solo show series “ En Las Manos De...” Leo Perez is an artist originally

from the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago, IL. His art is a blend of colorful comic book style art and graffiti art. Fight Forever is Leo Perez’s journey through mental health and fighting through his own everyday hardships. Fight Forever is a story told through Digital Media, Full-Color Illustrations, and Paintings. The Exhibit will run from Friday, March 8th through Sunday, March 24th. “En Las Manos De...” is one of many 2019 Latino Outreach Committee projects dedicated to exposing up and coming Latino visual artist. 6p, Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Court 847.429.2276 sidestreetstudioarts.org. $5 donation Science Night Curious about how houses are made? How bridgescan sustain the weight of so many cars and not collapse? Well, come on in and discover how these feats are made! Learn how not only humans have built houses, but also how other animals build

23 theirs too! This is a drop-in event; no registration required. Members free. 6p-8p, Elgin Public Museum, 225 Grand Blvd. 847.741.6655 elginpublicmuseum. org. $2 Heartland Voices: HV’s the Bee’s Knees The professional and professionally trained singers of the Heartland Voices present their annual Spring Gala concert, “HV’s the Bees Knees,” a night of music and dance from the Roaring Twenties. 7.30p, Kimball Street Theatre, 350 Park Street 847.429.9486 heartlandvoices.org. $25 Present Laughter See 3/1. 7.30p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15 Blue Sky Blind 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover Mike Tramp, with Kurt Arft, Chad Foster 8p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $15-18

What does an Irish Chef do for the Month of March? He Makes corned beef, all day every day

Libido Funk Circus Libido Funk Circus has been thrilling audiences with their own unmistakable blend of signature bits and danceable hits for over 20 years…and during that time, the band has become THE experts in what it takes to make a dance floor move all night long! LFC plays hours and hours of fan-favorite dance songs, ranging from the early days of rock and roll to current dance floor hits. This extremely wide selection of disco, rock, pop, new wave, funk, dance, country, hip hop, and Motown songs allows the band to effortlessly switch musical gears, in order to accommodate any audience… from the dance club to the country club.And while LFC’s extensive musical catalog is certainly their trademark, it’s only half of the story. This tireless, 6-piece band is on a never-ending quest to truly entertain. Costume changes, unique musical medleys, instrumental gymnastics, and boundless energy are the real highlights of each and every LFC performance! 9p, Gifford’s Kitchen, 2300 Bushwood Drive 847.649.3900 giffordskitchen.com. No Cover The Belvederes Return! This band ROCKS! The ever SO TALENTED Belvederes return to our stage!!! 9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com. No Cover

Sat.Mar.9 Geekz Con Volume 2 Geekz Con is a no frills, family friendly comic book convention that allows access to incredible artists, vendors and cos play at an affordable price. Kidz 10 and under are free with a paying adult. Imago Creative Studios, 216 Prairie Street geekzcon.com. $5

Corned beef on arabica-style rye ... WOW

Arabica Cafe

59 Douglas Ave, Elgin • 224-227-7192 Weekdays 7am-4pm • Weekends 8am-3pm

Activate Elgin March into Health @ Eastside Recreation Center Visit the Eastside Recreation Center on March 9 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. as we hold an open house during Activate Elgin’s annual March into Health initiative.Come see what the facility has to offer to help you get fit, stay fit and be healthy. 9a-1a, Eastside Recreation Center, 1080 E Chicago Street 311 cityofelgin.org Bach Around the Clock Celebrate J. S. Bach’s 334th birthday with a community concert featuring musicians of all ages, abilities, and instruments playing the music of J.S. Bach for 12 straight hours! Admission is free, but a freewill donation will be collected to benefit the Ecker Center for Mental Health. Come and listen in a magnificent church sanctuary located in downtown Elgin; it is the perfect venue for such a monumental birthday bash. From string ensembles to vocalists, to solo instrumentalists from throughout the Fox Valley area, the music will be in

BRAVO

‘N Sweets Gourmet Bakery; Café Revive; Curd & Crust; First Star Art; Green Goddess Creations; GW Watts Inc. - Watts Sauce; Pizza King Slime Shop; Red Flower Organics; Sitka Salmon Shares; Supreme 710 LLC; Treasure Breads, Inc.; Three Bees; Vibrant Hope Boutique. 10a-3p, Elgin Artspace Lofts, 40 DuPage Street 866.376.7409 downtownelgin.com Ingles para el Trabajo/English for the Workplace See 3/2. 10a-1p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

celebration of the gifts that Bach has bestowed upon us. And yes, there will be cake! A complete schedule of performances will be posted online soon. 9a-9p, First United Methodist Church, 216 E. Highland Avenue 847.741.0038 fumcelgin.org. No Cover Build Your First Web Page Series Learn to code a simple web page by understanding the relationship between HTML & CSS. Through in-class activities you will learn the purpose, meaning and proper structure of these basic code languages. 10a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Candidates Forum Candidates for Elgin City Council and Mayor of Elgin will be presented by the LWV of the Elgin Area. Meet the candidates 1010:30am. Program begins at 10:30 am. 10a-1p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Community Emergency Response Team Community Emergency Response Team Training for NENA Residents. In the immediate hours following a disaster, first responders may be unable to maneuver around damaged roads, downed power lines and debris to provide emergency assistance to the entire community. Residents may be on their own for an extended time. People in your neighborhood may be trapped or injured and in need of help. The CERT course will teach you how to apply lifesaving skills, assist trapped victims, set up a medical treatment area and use household items when medical supplies run short. Lunch is provided. RSVP by March 2 to Karen Flanagan, k_flanagan@cityofelgin.org 10a-12.20p, Elgin Police Department, 151 Douglas Avenue 311 cityofelgin. org Elgin Winter Market The Elgin Winter Market returns to Elgin Artspace Lofts for the 2018-2019 season! Happening on the second Saturday from January to April ... come support local farmers, artists and more! Hosted by the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin IL. Confirmed Vendors: The Barking Spot Bakery and Boutique LLC; Bridge

Read It! Paint It! A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon. R 10a-11a, Rakow Branch Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden. info Starbound Talent Competition 10a-9p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 hemmens.org Online Safety for Parents Detective Andrew Houghton of the Elgin Police Department will provide information regarding online privacy, cyberbullying, and exploitation for parents. This presentation includes discussion of popular applications, trends, and warning signs for parents. 11a-12p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Sensory Storytime This storytime is especially for children ages 3 to 8 with developmental delays and sensory needs. A small group will help your child thrive in this program designed for you and your family. Siblings are welcome. Registration required. 11a-11.30a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Bracelets Galore- Macrame See 3/2. 1p-3p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Emmett’s Big Wheel Race The annual Big Wheel Race is back again this year for more thrills, chills, spills and laughs. Coinciding with the East Dundee St. Paddy’s celebration, the event starts at 9am with a Kegs n Eggs buffet for only $8. To register visit emmettsbrewingco.com/bigwheelrace/ 1p, Emmett’s Brewing Co West Dundee, 128 W. Main Street rob. kwiatek@emmettsbrewingco.com emmettsbrewingco.com. Free Tiempo de Prica Salones abiertos con asistencia individual en espanol. No tienes que registrate para pasar y recibir ayuda. 1p-1.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Intermediate 3D Design Grades 3-8 Take the next step in 3D printing by designing your own creations to pick up later. Please have your login for Tinkercad.com ready before this class begins. *You must complete Intro to 3D Printing before attending this

class. Registration required. 1.30p3p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Word 2 Conoce mas herramientas de Microsoft Word aprendiendo como crear un reporte completo con fotos o imagenes. Learn more Microsoft Word tools by learning how to create a complete report with photos or images. 1.30p-3p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Puzzle Club Drop in and join us for word puzzles, Sudoku, kid’s floor puzzles and adult jigsaw puzzles. 2p-4p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Cafe los Recuerdos: Nuestros Maravillosos A !Una oportunidad para compartir con las personas de la tercera edad en familia y comunidad!Traiga fotos de sus mejores memorias para recordar y compartir- Reciba consejos para ejercitar y fortalecer su cerebro y envejecer bien- Aprenda sobre el Alzheimer’s, sintomas, senales y diagnostico- Disfrute de cafe de olla y panes dulces. Abierto a las personas de la tercera edad y sus familias o cuidadores 3p-4p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Heartland Voices: HV’s the Bee’s Knees The professional and professionally trained singers of the Heartland Voices present their annual Spring Gala concert, “HV’s the Bees Knees,” a night of music and dance from the Roaring Twenties. This annual gala event includes hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, auctions and raffles starting at 6p, with the concert at 7.30p. 6p, Kimball Street Theatre, 350 Park Street 847.429.9486 heartlandvoices.org. $45 Fire Night Worship God spoke to my wife and I two years ago and revealed to us who we are. As we have surrendered more and more of our will in exchange for what God wants from us, he has revealed what he wants to do in us and through us. Our goal is to teach, inspire, and build a community of worshippers who seek after God’s presence through the creative arts. THIS IS NOT A CHURCH, but rather a community of passionate people coming together in partnership with the local church to cultivate the spirit of worship in our churches that God seeks. I invite you to join us for FIRE NIGHT. A night of Worship, Prayer, Singing, Dancing, and Art; all with the purpose of bringing God glory and seeing his FIRE come down. 6.30p-9.30p, Watershed Church, 500 Church Road 773.574.6467 Present Laughter See 3/1. 7.30p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15 Triple Threat 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue

5.3 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com The JSQ Band Returns Live music from the Jet Set Quartet 9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com. No Cover Uptown Shakedown 9p, D Hangout Bar & Grill, 550 S. McLean Boulevard 847.717.0511 d-hangout.com. No Cover

Sun.Mar.10 46th Annual EHS Flea Market The Flea Market Event at Elgin High School is quite spectacular with over 200 booths and 2000+ visitors during this one day shopping extravaganza. Profits from this event are given to various student groups, teacher Grants, Homecoming Week, two Vocational Scholarships for graduating seniors, and many other school projects throughout the school year. 9a, Elgin High School, 1200 Maroon Drive 847.293.0490 u-46.org/ehs Starbound Talent Competition 9a-1.59p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 hemmens.org SAT Practice Test See 3/3. 12.30p-3.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Lieutenant Robert Bedard Retirement Coffee The Elgin Fire Department invites you to the retirement celebration honoring Lieutenant Robert Bedard and his 30 years of service. Stop by to visit Lieutenant Bedard on his last duty day, refreshments will be served. 1p-4p, Elgin Fire Station No. 2, 650 Big Timber Road 311 cityofelgin.com/fire Elgin High School’s 150th Anniversary Elgin High School history teacher John Devine will honor the history, achievements, and pride of the 150 year old Maroon family. Mr. Devine will explore the story of EHS in 30 year intervals, then host a fun interactive quiz where you can test your knowledge of EHS history! This event is FREE for Elgin History Museum members. Please register on our

List your events for FREE

BRAVO

March 2019 website. 2p-3p, Elgin History Museum, 360 Park Street 847.742.4248 elginhistory.org. $3 EYSO Concert Day - See the Wheat Fields? Mystery, Memory, and Meaning Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra’s 43rd season draws inspiration from Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s famous quote, “What is essential is invisible to the eye,” and explores the powerful ways that art makes us see what matters most about our humanity. Join us on March 10th as we continue this musical journey into what matters most. Three concert times: 2pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm 2p, ECC Blizzard Theater, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 eyso.org. Varies Home Buying and Selling Workshop Come learn the various steps in the home buying and selling process: each presenter will discuss their area of expertise for 10 minutes with 30 minutes at the end for questions and answers. Registration required. 2p-4p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Sunday Afternoon Concert: Lyrebird Ensemble The Lyrebird Ensemble is an innovative fl ute and harp duo based in Chicago. Their performances are the perfect combination of exciting virtuosity and refi ned elegance, offering audiences a wide variety of styles within the beautiful

sounds of these instruments. 2p-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info EYSO Concert Day - See the Wheat Fields? Mystery, Memory, and Meaning See above. 4.30p, ECC Blizzard Theater, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 eyso.org. Varies EYSO Concert Day - See the Wheat Fields? Mystery, Memory, and Meaning See above. 7.30p, ECC Blizzard Theater, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 eyso.org. Varies

Mon.Mar.11

will get to keep their seed pots. Registration is required. 4p-5p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info Sew Much Fun Come learn how to hand-sew simple projects! 5p-6p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Cultural Arts Commission 6p-7p, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court 311 cityofelgin.org Drop By Game Design (Middle School) See 3/4. 6p-7p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info

Countdown to Kindergarten See 3/4. 10.15a-11a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 6p-6.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Brown Bag Lunch Classic Films Movie Title TBD 11a-2p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Homework Heroes See 3/4. 3.30p-5.30p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Grupo de Conversacipara la Ciudadania / Citizenship Conversation Group See 3/7. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Planting with Farmer Pam March into Health with Farmer Pam. She will show kids where food comes from, and they will learn how to grow it with an easy-to-follow demonstration of how to plant various seeds. Kids

3D Design Series See 3/4. This week: Intermediate. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Dairies to Prairies Film and Discussion Learn about the dairy industry in the Elgin Area: How land use and agriculture are changing rapidly in Kane County. How Elgin once set the national price for butter through the Elgin Board of Trade. That the Gail Borden Public Library was named after the inventor of condensed milk. How many acres of forest preserves and restored prairies are managed by the Kane County Forest Preserves. Hosted by Shared Harvest, the Elgin Food Cooperative and Elgin History Museum. Healthy snacks provided. 7p-9p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Great Books Discussion Group Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 6:55 pm. For more information, call Jeanne Hebeisen at 847-741-6264. Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Branch. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 7p-7.30p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Shim, with Madame Mayhem and Releaser 7.30p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $15-18

Our Services DDIISSTTRRIIBBUUTTOORRSS Dream Distributors was established to help address the need for more locally grown and produced foods availability throughout the communities we serve. We support local growers, food manufacturers, and food purveyors through jointly developed plans and targeted execution that exceeds our partners and associates expectations.

LOCAL DISTRIBUTION Dream Distributors can assist by bringing fresh produce, beverages, and food products directly to the users.

SEASONAL AGGREGATION Our refrigerated trucks allow us to aggregate produce, food products, and beverages for our business partners.

HEALTH ORIENTED We believe that healthier meal options lead to better health and subsequently lower health care costs.

COMMUNITY FOCUSED Community specific programs allow us to be a pillar in the much needed work to bridge Food Equity gaps.

FOOD PROCESSING Local growers can access our state-of-the-art sorting, cleaning, packaging equipment, and cold storage space.

CSA PARTNERS We believe that these types of programs can be of great benefit to many local institutions and the people they serve.

MARKET DRIVEN We support our network through jointly developed plans and targeted execution that exceed our associate's expectations.

SUSTAINABLE GROWTH As the business grows we expect our service area will include adjacent counties in Northern Illinois.

Learn more at

www.DreamDistributorCo.com

BRAVO

Tile Art. Each month from January through September 2019, we will publish one of nine sections of a 32 x 26.25” piece of artwork titled “Cobblestoned,” by Elgin artist Barbara Broeske. Cut out each section and assemble in the correct order to see the finished piece. Attach the sections together using strips of tape on the back to make an impressive display for your home or office. In September, send a photo of your finished project to be entered in a drawing to win an 8 x 10 inch color photographic print of this piece on shimmering metal, signed by the artist.

26 5.3

BRAVO

March 2019

Tue.Mar.12 Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info 1, 2, 3 Go! See 3/5. 10.15a-10.45a, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Armchair Generals - Nine Generals of Galena A Brown Bag Civil War and Lincoln Interest Group. Commemorate events, share insights, and talk about books or experiences. Nine Generals of Galena presented by Mary Pawlak. 11.45a-1.15p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Job Search and Resume Help See 3/5. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Studio 270 Volunteer Corps: Creative Crew Help us create works of art for Studio 270. 4p-6p, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club See 3/5. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Who Was Series Grades 4-6. Bring history to life! Create portraits of inspiring and impactful icons from the “Who Was...?” book series: Malala Yousafzai & Mother Theresa 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Digital Media Lab Studio Jam Jam with other teens in our media lab. 6p-8p, GBPL Studio 270 Digital Media Lab, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Terrific Twos See 3/5. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacien ingl/ English Conversation Group See 3/5. 6.30p-7.15p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Alive: Understanding Drinking Water Issues in Our Region Water. H2O. Most of us in Northeastern Illinois don’t pay much attention to our drinking water. We turn on faucets dozens of times a day without pausing to consider the questions that millions of people around the world worry about on a regular basis: Do we have enough? Is it clean? Will it endure? Learn about the current state

and issues concerning our future regional and local drinking water supply from a panel of experts in water resource management. Sponsor: ECN 7p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Kane County Sheriff Series Homelessness in Kane County: CIT tips Kane County Sheriff Lt. Collins, Hesed House & PADS of Elgin. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Library Board Meeting Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month. 7p-9p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info U-46 TalentFest 2019 The top 2 talents from each of the area High Schools will get the chance to showcase their best on The Hemmens Main Stage for all to see. See what young talent is out there! Come out to see this unique array of entertainment which is also a competition. You get to vote for the best act at intermission. Prizes and bragging rights are at stake; will you be the judge? Doors open at 6.30p. See p.12 in this month’s edition for more information. 7p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.931.5900 hemmens.org. $5 Windows 10 Intermediate Learn how to create shortcuts, adjust settings, uninstall programs, utilize Task Manager and Windows defender, and explore the Windows store. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info FRIENDS Trivia Night Most Tuesdays at 8p. Free to play, win $$ off your tab and other prizes. Come early! 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

For all children in grades K-8

All meetings include story time, discussions, games, crafts, open gym, and a nutritious meal

Some of our topics include selfacceptance, conflict resolution, mindfulness, empathy and compassion

Meetings on Saturdays from 5:30 to 8 pm There is NO COST, we are a nondenominational, nonprofit group

Young Peacemakers Club Meetings March 9

All volunteers are registered youth workers

April 13 & 27

For more information please see our website at

www.ypcchicago.com Meetings are held at Community of Christ 1675 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120 In the lower level next to the gym

How to Share

#BRAVOmag using Social Media

1. Find something

Willow Lake Estates

Wed.Mar.13 Learning Community Project with ECC Learning Community Project with ECC 9a-1p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

161 West River Road, Elgin

2. Take a picture

Terrific Twos See 3/5. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Job Training Information Session Training grants are available to help you get a job! Learn about WIOA services and the application process. Presented in partnership with the Kane County Office of Community Reinvestment. For more information, call 630-844-8768. 9.30a-11a, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Terrific Twos See 3/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N.

3. Post or Tweet it

Located on the Fox River, this age-qualified (55+) mobile home community is a beautifully landscaped neighborhood featuring mature trees in a quiet country setting. Residents enjoy a private stocked lake and boat dock, a heated community swimming pool, and a fully outfitted fitness center. • On-site management • Pet friendly • Spacious clubhouse • Convenient location

Call for Your Private Tour:

(855) 681-1985 myMHcommunity.com

BRAVO

28 Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Quilting with Chris Quilt as you go (QUAGO)can be done two different ways so be sure to attend both weeks! 10.15a-12.15p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

STEAM X-Ray Activity. 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Branch Corridor West, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden. info

Story Mix from Three - Six See 3/4. 10.30a-11a, Rakow Branch Children’s Area, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info

Sushi Demo and Tasting with Chef Doug Learn how to roll your own sushi with Chef Doug. 5p-6p, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Terrific Twos See 3/5. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Grupo de Futuros Biling/Go Bilingual Conversation Group See 3/6. 6p-7p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Homework Heroes See 3/4. 3.30p-5.30p, GBPL South Elgin

Latin Dance/ Baile Latino Stay healthy, stay in shape, and come

dance! Learn and practice salsa and bachata dance moves with dance instructor Elizabeth Sotelo. Mantente saludable y enforma, ven a bailar! Ven a aprender y practicar algunos pasos de salsa y bachata con la instructora Elizabeth Sotelo. 6p-7p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Cuentos para la familia/Spanish Family Storytime See 3/6. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Toxin Free Homes:Essential Oils Want to learn about Essential Oils and how to detoxify your home? The average person applies about 300 chemicals to their body daily - 80

Offer Never Expires: Wrona Brothers, Elgin Courier-News, 1935

5.3 of those are before breakfast. Come learn about Essential Oils and some things you can do around your home to replace some of those chemicals. 6.30p-7.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Dr. Kelsey Ethics is certainly a topic in the news today and you are invited to join the Elgin Area Chamber’s Leadership Academy (EALA) for “Dr. Kelsey,” a docudrama focusing on ethical leadership. Offered in cooperation with Elgin Community College, “Dr. Kelsey,” explores how one woman blocked the use of a dangerous drug within the U.S. The one-act play is written by retired 16th Circuit Court Judge Wiley Edmonson and produced and directed by and directed by ECC Theatre professor Jeff LaRocque. This docudrama examines ethical leadership and tells the story of Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey’s fight to prevent the drug thalidomide from being authorized for use in the United States. Thalidomide was heavily marketed throughout the world and would eventually be proven to cause severe birth defects. Featuring a cast of ECC student actors, the performance will explore how the one woman’s courageous stance in the face of enormous pressure saved countless lives. 7p, ECC Arts Center, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.741.5660 elginchamber.com. Free QuickBooks Series See 3/6. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Walking Book Club See 3/6. 7p-8.30p, Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Thu.Mar.14 Device Advice See 2/28. 9.30a-11.30a, GBPL 2nd Floor - Ele-

“Offer Never Expires” This is the latest in our series of reprints of old Elgin advertising, featuring the artwork, photographs, writing and business ideas of previous generations of Elginites. In the coming months, we’ll feature ads particularly from 1935 and 1985, when every proud local business placed an ad in a special edition of the daily newspaper honoring Elgin’s Centennial and Sesquicentennial. Vintage Elgin National Watch Company ads are from the collection of Jennifer Fukala.

March 2019

BRAVO Piano Performance: Steve Yoder 11a-12p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Homeschool Kids Explore: Dinos vs. Robots Art Learn to draw dangerous dinosaurs on one side of the page and then radical robots on the other. What happens next? Do they fight or have a picnic? Shoot lasers or share ice cream? Artist Mark Anderson will guide us through this drawing program. 2p-3p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

vator Annex, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info 1, 2, 3, Go! See 3/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Illinois Speaks! Current Issues Discussion Group Share your viewpoint, understand a different perspective, and engage in the fine art of conversation on timely topics. Co-sponsor: Illinois Humanities. 10a-11.30a, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Piano Performance: Denise Williams 2p-3p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab See 3/7. 4p-5p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info Piano Performance: Shirley Remes 4.30p-5.30p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Kids Explore: Dinos vs. Robots Art Learn to draw dangerous dinosaurs on one side of the page and then radical robots on the other. What happens next? Do they fight or have a picnic? Shoot lasers or share ice cream? Artist Mark Anderson will guide us through this drawing program. 5p6p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailbor-

den.info

Studio 270 Volunteer Squad See 3/4. 5p-7p, GBPL Studio 270*, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Guinness-Jameson Pairing Dinner Six course dinner featuring gourmet chef-prepared menu paired with Guinness beers and Jameson whiskies and cocktails. Reservations and deposit required. 6.30p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com. $65 + tax and tip

Immigration Workshop Join us for this immigration workshop! We will be covering all of your basic immigration questions such as DACA, Asylum seekers, visa types, TPS, etc. Please register via email or find us on Facebook. Presented by Elgin Coalition for Immigrant Rights. 5.30p, Zion Lutheran Church, 330 Griswold Street mr.josealfredo@gmail.com facebook. com/ElginCoImmigrantRights. Free Youth Asthma and Your Family Join The Link’s Inc.; Hoffman Estates Chapter and Christopher D. Redding Youth Asthma Foundation for an informational session on youth asthma causes, resources and support. - an Activate Elgin March into Health program. 6p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 3/7. 6.30p7p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Genealogy Writers Group Learn from others with a similar interest in writing their families’ history. 6.30p8p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailbor-

March 2019 Exhibits at

Where Elgin Creates 15 Ziegler Court Downtown Elgin Gallery Hours: Thursday & Friday 12-6pm Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 11am-3pm

sidestreetstudioarts.org Supported by:

Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Judson’s Spring 2019 play is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, a hilarious comedy combining all of Shakespeare’s plays into one production! This production will be directed by Judson alumnus, Jesse Sault (‘12). 7p, Judson University Thulin Auditorium, 1151

FEED.colorcode Bands & Music

Theater & Dance

Exhibits & Film

Causes & Community

Kids & Families

Lectures & Learning Wellness & Nature Creativity Other

BRAVO

30 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Piano Performance: John LaBorn 7p-8p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Fri.Mar.15

N. State Street 847.628.2500 jutheatreshakes.eventbrite.com. $5-12 Elgin 360 Photography Club: Astrophotography Photography enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to learn, share, teach and photograph life in all of its 360-degree glory. Join us for a free presentation and discussion on a variety of photography topics. No experience necessary. Bring your camera if you have specifi c questions about your gear. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info MS Excel: Charts & Graphs Learn how to add visual interest and tell stories by displaying numbers and data sets in chart or graph format. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue

Passionette Palate St Patrick’s Dinner Annette from Passionette Palate is passionate about providing encouragement, support & nourishing recipes as you invest in your health so your body can shine. Being gluten free or vegan can be diffi cult around St. Patrick’s Day. But with a thoughtfully crafted dinner from Passionette Palate, dessert from Dainty Delights Bakery, and gluten free beers and spirits from Dream Hall Lounge, you can celebrate your Irish spirit at the Dream Hall! Dream Hall at 51, 51 S. Grove Avenue dreamhallco.com. $65 Baby Rhyme Time See 3/7. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info No Shushing Movie Fridays See 3/1. 10.30a-12.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Baby & Toddler Playgroup See

3/8. 10.45a-11.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Computers 101 Series See 3/8. 11a-12.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Welcome Baby! Baby’s First Library Visit/Bienvenido Beb(ML) Welcome Baby! Bring baby and baby’s new library card to this mini session designed especially for Baby’s First Library Card holders. Learn about programs and resources to support your baby’s early literacy development and receive a special gift! For babies up to six months old and their parents. Registration preferred, or drop in anytime between 1 - 3 pm. For an appointment on another day, time, or in Spanish, please contact Katie Clausen. Bienvenido Bebe! Llevan a su bebe y bebes nueva tarjeta de la biblioteca a esta clase es disenado especialmente para bebes primer titular de la tarjeta de la biblioteca. Aprenda acerca de los programas y recursos para apoyar el desarrollo de alfabetismo temprano de su bebe y recibir un regalo especial! Para los bebes sies meses y abrriba con sus padres. Se prefi ere registracion, o pasar de 1 a 3 de la tarde. Si prefi ere una cita para otro dia, hora o en espanol por favor contactar a Katie Clausen. 1p-3p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N.

5.3 Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Craft Beer Tasting: Lagunitas Brewing 4.30p-6p, Otter Creek Wine & Spirits, 250 S Randall Road Unit C 847.931.2950 ottercreekwineandspirits.com Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) See 3/14. 7p, Judson University Thulin Auditorium, 1151 N. State Street 847.628.2500 jutheatreshakes.eventbrite.com. $512 Dinner & Show: Dueling Pianos Back by popular demand! Gifford’s Kitchen & Social presents Dinner and a Show featuring Felix and Fingers dueling

List your events for FREE

BRAVO

March 2019

2019 #ExploreElgin Geocache Contest Grab your smart phone, head outside and #ExploreElgin! This month we have hidden one small, waterproof container (called a “geocache”) somewhere in the Elgin area. Its GPS coordinates are printed below. Using the map app on your smart phone, carefully enter the GPS coordinates to see the exact location of the hidden geocache, which contains a pencil and a small guest book decorated with the Explore Elgin Area logo and one letter of the alphabet. If you can find the geocache, sign the guest book and take a selfie using your smart phone, showing your smiling face and the letter on the cover of the book. If you’re the first to find (“FTF”) the geocache, you win $20.19 in geo-CA$H! Return the geocache to its hiding place for someone else to find. We will hide another geocache every month from March until July 2019, and add each one’s GPS coordinates to the list below. If you can find all five hidden geocaches ... send all five selfies to bravo@marqueemedia.net before July 31, 2019 to be entered in a drawing to win some fabulous prizes provided by Elgin area businesses.*

LOCATIONS

FTF SPONSORS

1: 42.0632, -88.2984 Hint: squirrel’s balcony

2: See BRAVO 5.4 To be released on March 29th

3: See BRAVO 5.5 To be released on April 26th

4: See BRAVO 5.6 To be released on May 31st

5: See BRAVO 5.7 To be released on June 28th

PRIZE SPONSORS TO BE ANNOUNCED

*The 2019 #ExploreElgin Geocache Contest is not affiliated with geocaching.com or the Geocaching app, and our locations are not found on their maps. All geocaches are hidden no more than seven feet from the ground and can be found without climbing or endangering yourself. Children should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Dress appropriately for the weather, including footwear. You participate at your own risk, as Marquee Media (publishers of BRAVO) does not accept liability for any harm you cause to your property, yourself or others while searching for geocaches. To collect any of the prizes, you must comply with all instructions exactly as given above. By sending selfies to BRAVO, you grant us permission to print the images in a future edition. Have fun!

BRAVO

32 com. $40

Present Laughter See 3/1. 7.30p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15 Hairbangers Ball, with Loveblast 8p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $10-28 The Lennys 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover

pianos. Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos is a high energy, all request sing along show for all ages. This interactive act brings together music and comedy for a night you’ll be laughing about for weeks! From John Lennon to John Legend, Beach Boys to Beastie Boys, Felix and Fingers will play anything. Come ready with your favorite requests and prepare to laugh, sing, and dance with this one of a kind dueling pianos show. Tickets will include a buffet dinner with a Garden Salad, Chimichurri Chicken, Beef Medallions with Demi Glace and Cheesecake for Dessert. Alcohol will be available for purchase. You won’t want to miss this event! 7p, Gifford’s Kitchen, 2300 Bushwood Drive 847.649.3900 giffordskitchen.

Covington Groove Live at Martini Room Original Covington Groove member Kyle Perez is back in town! Come out to the Martini Room for a classic lineup of CG musicians! Also featuring Ben Bollero (guitar), Nick Odman (keys), and Colin Ryan (bass). 8.30p, Martini Room, 161 E. Chicago Street 847.741.0349 martiniroomelgin.com. No Cover

Sat.Mar.16 Build Your First Web Page See 3/9. 10a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Ingles para el Trabajo/English for the Workplace See 3/9. 10a-1p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Just Potatoes: Grow a Sweet Po-

tato Plant Get your garden started early this year by growing your own sweet potato plant in a 2 liter bottle. Watch your potato grow and record your observations in your own plant journal. Later, you will be able to plant your potato seedlings in the ground or in a pot to harvest in late summer. 10.30a-11.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Sensory Storytime See 3/9. 11a-11.30a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Tiempo de Prica See 3/9. 1p-1.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Weighted Lap Pads Create your own weighted lap pad, an excellent addition to any special need program, whether it’s being used at home, school, or on the go. Used to provide self-regulation in children and adults. Helps keep individuals calm and organized in a variety of stressful environments. 1p-3p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Elgin Area Tabletop Group’s Game Day Join us for this new group at the library! Bring your favorite tabletop game or come learn a new one, and spend your afternoon with us playing games. All skill levels and

5.3 ages are welcome! No registration. 1.30p-5.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Excel 2 Crea documentos y hojas de calculo para mantenerte organizado ymucho mas. Create documents and spreadsheets to stay organized and much more. 1.30p-3p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Healthy ME Annual Interactive Family Festival Activate Elgin March Into Health Program: Dance, yoga, crafts, stories, healthy snacks, and health and financial tips for the whole family. Sponsors: The Hoffman Estates (IL) Chapter of The Links, Inc. Gail Borden Public Libraryand Create, Innovate, IGNITE! 2p-4p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Read to Rover Kids practice their reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Please pay careful attention to your time slot when registering. 2p-2.30p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Read to Rover See above. 2.30p-3p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

BRAVO

March 2019

Read to Rover See above. 3p-3.30p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Countdown to Kindergarten See 3/4. 10.15a-11a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 7p-7.30p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Springboard 2019 - EYSO’s Annual Gala Your participation in Springboard will help launch the next generation of global citizens into a bright future. Guests at Springboard will have a chance to enjoy dinner, live chamber music, and have the opportunity to learn about this thriving organization for young people. 6p, Elgin Country Club 847.622.0300 eyso.org. Varies

Books and Badges Storytime Drop in to hear South Elgin Officer Creighton share police friendly stories and talk about being a neighborhood hero. 11.15a-11.45a, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Writers Critique Group This will be a critique group where writers can read each other’s work (poetry, short stories, novellas, novels, etc). so they can get an honest evaluation of its merits and receive constructive advice on how to improve and polish their work for ultimate publication. Writers will need to do at least one critique for another writer in order to have their own work reviewed. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) See 3/14. 7p, Judson University Thulin Auditorium, 1151 N. State Street 847.628.2500 jutheatreshakes.eventbrite.com. $512 Present Laughter See 3/1. 7.30p, Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street 847.697.7374 independentplayers.org. $10-15 88 Fingers Louie Put it Here Productions has done it again: lined up a fine night of music starting with DEAD REST at 8pm followed by Modern Advances at 8:45; The Usuals will take the stage at 9:30 and the night will end with 88 Fingers Louie filling your ears at 10:30. This show is all ages and you must have an ID to purchase alcohol. Doors open at 7pm. Come early for food and drink specials at Dream Hall at 51! This hedonistic almost-solstice celebration happens two blocks off the 2nd Elgin Metra stop if you’re heading out from Chicago! 8p, Dream Hall at 51 Legit Dogs & Ice, 51 S. Grove Avenue 88putithere.brownpapertickets.com. $15 Rockstar Radio Seventies and eighties experience! 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover Concrete Shoes Band Salutes the music of one of the greatest bands of all time AC/DC!!! 9.30p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com. No Cover

Sun.Mar.17 Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) See 3/14. 2p, Judson University Thulin Auditorium, 1151 N. State Street 847.628.2500 jutheatreshakes.eventbrite.com. $512

Mon.Mar.18 Early Voting -- Consolidated General Election Polls are open 9 am -- 5 pm for Kane County residents, daily through 3/26. 9a-5p, GBPL 2nd Floor - Main Street Court, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Cafn Espa / Spanish Cafe Participantes de nivel intermedio practicaran respondiendo o empezando conversaciones en espanol con fluidez y hablando con gente que habla espanol como primer idioma. Dirigido por Pita Betancourt. Intermediate-level participants will practice structured and spontaneous conversations in Spanish. Participants also will learn vocabulary. Led by Pita Betancourt. 12p-1p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Homework Heroes See 3/4. 3.30p-5.30p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info 3D Design Free Style If you have completed all three 3D Design classes, now you can put those skills to the test. We will have an open lab where you can come design or tweak an old design for printing. Staff will be on hand to help with any adjustments or give ideas for the best print possible. (some restrictions to size will apply) Grades 4-8 Registration required Must have your Tinkercad.com account setup and ready to use. Designs will be printed at a later date for pickup. 4.30p-5.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 6p-6.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Drop By Game Design (High School) See 3/4. 6.30p-7.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info French Conversation Group Do you enjoy the French language and Francophone culture? Come join our monthly French conversation group! In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with fellow francophones of all ability levels, you will enjoy presentations, songs, videos and conversation en français. No registration required. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info 3D Design Series See 3/4. This week: Advanced. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Panera Milk & Cookie Storytime See 3/5. 9.30a-10.30a, Panera Bread, 369 Randall Road, South Elgin 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info 1, 2, 3 Go! See 3/5. 10.15a-10.45a, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Job Search and Resume Help See 3/5. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Studio 270 Volunteer Squad See 3/4. 4p-6p, GBPL Studio 270*, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Guiness Book of World Records and Ripley’s Believe It or Not Challenge Come and share your all time favorite stories from The Guinness World Records and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! books. We want to hear them, the grosser the better! 4.30p-6.30p, Rakow Branch Children’s Area, 2751

FEED.colorcode Bands & Music

Theater & Dance

Exhibits & Film

Causes & Community

Kids & Families

Wellness & Nature Creativity Other

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019

January 2-31

Winter Sales All Month

January 19-20, Sat & Sun

Join Us for Cocoa & Cookies

Tue.Mar.19

Lectures & Learning

35 Specialty Shops Gifts • Antiques

February 9-10, Sat & Sun

Sweet ♥ Sale 14% Off Storewide

March 23-24, Sat & Sun

37th Anniversary Celebration Refreshments & Door Prizes

April 13-14, Sat & Sun Meet the Easter Bunny Bring Your Camera

May 11-12, Sat & Sun

Mom’s Appreciation Days Refreshments & Gifts for Mom

June 8-9, Sat & Sun

“Strawberries & Lemonade” Tastings & Summer Sales

July 13-14, Sat & Sun Ice Cream Social

August 10-11, Sat & Sun Dog Daze Sale 15% Off Storewide

September 14-15, Sat & Sun Fall Fling, Cider & Donuts Door Prizes & Music

October 17, Thurs Eve 6-8pm Ladies’ Night Out “Witches, Wine & Wander”

November 9-10, Sat & Sun Holiday Open House Music & Refreshments

Regular Hours:

Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 Thursday 10-8 Sunday 11-5

Open Mondays 10-5 Starting November 11th Until Christmas

Extended Evening Hours: Beginning November 29th Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10-6 Thurs 10-8, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5 Until Christmas

701 N. State Street Elgin, Illinois Tel: 847-695-3066

StateStreetMarketShopsElgin.com

BRAVO

glish Conversation Group See 3/5. 6.30p-7.15p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club See 3/5. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Terrific Twos See 3/5. 6.15p-6.45p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Amazing Birds During this presentation, you will hear amazing facts, stories, and behaviors about birds. This program will give you a photographic look at birds as you have never seen them before. Pictures will allow the birds to come alive before your very eyes as you enter into their lives. Presenter: Robert Andrini, recipient of the 2012 Excellence in Conservation Education Award from the Kane - DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Ayude su hijo(a) con necesidades especiales Las dinamicas con la familia y los hermanos pueden ser las mas desafiantes pero son las mas importantes para su hijo(a) con necesidades especiales. Usted necesita que esas relaciones sean solidas para que su hijo(a) sepa que cuenta con esas personas en su vida, para que le ayuden cuando usted no pueda estar ahi. Venga y acompane los conferencistas de Advance Behavioral Solucions mientras ellos hablan de como construir una base solida entre su hijo(a) y sus hermanos, otros miembros de la familia y las personas que los cuidan, para que tengan el apoyo que necesitan tanto ahora como en el futuro. Sera presentada en ingles con traduccion al espanol.Orador: de Advance Behaivor Solutions.Organizado por: El Concilio Asesor de Comunidad (CAC), el Distrito Escolar U-46 y las Bibliotecas Comunitarias 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Crochet Club Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. 6.30p-8p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacien ingl/ En-

Help Your Special Needs Child Develop Strong Relationships Family and sibling relationships can have some of the most challenging dynamics but they are the most important ones for your special needs child. You need those relationships to be strong for your child so they have those people in their lives to help them when you are unable to be there. Come join speakers from Advanced Behavioral Solutions as they discuss how to build a solid foundation between your special needs child and their siblings, other family members and caregivers so they have the support they need both now and in the future. Presented in English with interpretation in Spanish.Speaker: Advanced Behavioral Solutions, Inc. Hosted By: The Citizens’ Advisory Council, School District U-46 and Community Libraries. Please Register. 6.30p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Cybersecurity Basics Learn about common viruses, e-mail and internet safety, firewalls, and other security topics. 7p-8.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Trivia Night Most Tuesdays at 8p. Free to play, win $$ off your tab and other prizes. Come early! 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

Wed.Mar.20 Terrific Twos See 3/5. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

make new friends, and enhance your concert experience. Please register at www.elginsymphony.org, or call 847888-0404 ext. 238 to reserve your seat. 1p-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Homework Heroes See 3/4. 3.30p-5.30p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Studio 270 Volunteer Corps: Cards for Humanity Make unique greeting cards for those in our community that need it most. 4p-6p, GBPL Studio 270*, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Teen Writers Club Join other teen writers to share what you’re writing and help you through the creative writing process. 4p-5p, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info STEAM See 3/13. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info Grupo de Futuros Biling/Go Bilingual Conversation Group See 3/6. 6p-7p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Intro to Podcasting Learn basic tips for creating a podcast, including recording, editing, and promoting. For teens in grades 9-12. 6p-8p, GBPL Studio 270 Digital Media Lab, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Cuentos para la familia/Spanish Family Storytime See 3/6. 6.30p-7p, GBPL Story Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Terrific Twos See 3/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Contemporary Fiction Book Group The Contemporary Fiction Book Group discusses current literary fiction once a month. March discussion: American Hippo by Sarah Gailey. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Quilting with Chris See 3/13. 10.15a-12.15p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

QuickBooks Series See 3/6. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Story Mix from Three - Six See 3/4. 10.30a-11a, Rakow Branch Children’s Area, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info

Walking Book Club See 3/6. 7p-8.30p, Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way 847.742.2411 gailborden. info

Terrific Twos See 3/5. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Full Moon Ride t’s the Full Moon Ride! This will be a moderate pace ride for a few miles throughout the core neighborhoods of Elgin. Join us for this social night ride!Reminder: Illinois State law requires bike riders to have a clear light on the front and a red reflector or a red light on the back for night time riding. That would be the minimum attempt for safety, so let’s all be easy to see on the street. 9p, Advocate Park, Chicago Street at Spring Street elginbikehub.

Elgin Symphony Orchestra Listeners Club This free, interactive lecture/ discussion series, led by Jim Kendros, meets on the Wednesday afternoon during the week of the ESO’s Classics Masterworks series and will broaden your understanding of the music to be performed that week. You will study the music from the inside out,

5.3 com. Free

Thu.Mar.21 Pop Up Book Sale Pop Up Book Sale - Adult Fiction (including genres) only 9a-9p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Device Advice See 2/28. 9.30a-11.30a, Rakow Branch Computer Cafe, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info 1, 2, 3, Go! See 3/5. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Story Mix for Three to Six See 3/4. 10.45a-11.15a, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Steve Yoder 11a-12p, GBPL Lobby - Table Southeast, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: Denise Williams 2p-3p, GBPL Lobby - Table Southeast, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Creativity Lab See 3/7. 4p-5p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info Piano Performance: Shirley Remes 4.30p-5.30p, GBPL Lobby - Table Southeast, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Sign Language Club Join Ms. Potts as we learn American Sign Language and increase our awareness, knowledge and respect of Deaf Culture. 4.30p-5.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Candidates Forum Candidates for the Gail Borden Public Library District Board of Trustees will be presented in a non-partisan forum moderated by the LWV of the Elgin Area. Meet the candidates 6:00 -6:30 pm. Program begins at 6:30 pm. 6p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 3/7. 6.30p-

List your events for FREE

BRAVO

March 2019

10% off your purchase PLUS a reusable shopping bag (while supply lasts) for one Elgin Doller!

ONE ELGIN DOLLER accepted for every $10 you spend.

800 North State Street•Elgin

Open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

restoreelgin.org•(847) 742-9905 Up to five Elgin Dollers accepted toward your purchase of $20 or more.

207 E. C H I C A G O S T . (847) 606-6284 O P E N D A I LY 11-5

Herb’s Bakery

1020 Larkin Ave. (847) 741-0249 herbsbakery.com

360 Park Street • (847) 742-4248 Open Wednesday - Saturday, 11am - 4pm Adults $3, Students $1, Members free

441 Dundee Avenue, Suite B (847) 841-8400 • www.rmailroom.com Serving All of your Printing & Mailing needs

One Elgin Doller accepted toward the purchase of any service. Limit one per customer, per day. 217 Symphony Way • (847) 741-5457

kellenbergerauto.com

2018

AUTO SERVICE

series B

Since 1939

discount coupon

Become an Elgin Historical Society Member! www.elginhistory.org

community

Elgin History Museum

T224-5131220

Souvenir pens and mini-LED flashlights are one Elgin Doller each in our Gift Shop.

ELGIN DOLLER

Up to five Elgin Dollers accepted toward the purchase of 500 business cards (printed one side), or other job priced $29 or more. Some restrictions apply.

Do not use the Elgin Doller for tips, taxes, payroll, charitable contributions or purchases at non-participating businesses. Please remember: it’s not money, it just looks like money. Have fun!

monetæ

59 Douglas Avenue • (224) 227-7192 Open Weekdays 7am - 4pm Weekends 8am - 3pm

Because it’s a community coupon, there is no expiration date and the coupons can be circulated and reused. Not spending your allowance this month? Clip out the Doller and save it!

One Elgin Doller is accepted on your purchase of $5 or more.

ars

Arabica Cafe

There are no official rules for the Elgin Doller — each business decides on the terms of its use. Ask your favorite merchant if they accept the Elgin Doller.

NOT LEGAL TENDER

Coffee • Espresso • Smoothies Pastries • Sandwiches • Salads

Each month, we’ll print one Elgin Doller in BRAVO Magazine. It’s not money — it’s a coupon you can redeem toward a purchase at any one of the participating merchants whose ad appears in this section.

ONE

We proudly accept the Elgin Doller!

8 Douglas Avenue • Downtown Elgin elginknitworks.com • (847) 627-6700

Here’s Your Allowance

Cut carefully on the dotted line with a sharp scissors or hobby knife.

C L O S E D W E D N E S D AY S

ELGIN KNIT WORKS

BRAVO

Do You Accept The Elgin Doller?

5.3

Bottled water and canned soft drinks are just one Elgin Doller each at our 2018-2019 performances (excluding Elgin Fringe Festival).

If your business handles lots of small cash sales, you might benefit from the Elgin Doller promotion. There is no cost to participate.

One Elgin Doller accepted toward a purchase of $10 or more per guest at ...

Just tell us the terms of your offer, and we’ll supply you with a free window cling, a magnet for your point of purchase area, and a free ad in this section of BRAVO Magazine. Train your staff on how to accept Elgin Dollers. Make sure there’s an easy way to process a transaction involving a discount.

www.independentplayers.org

The Dollers you collect aren’t worthless; they are still valid for use at any other participating merchant!

Now in our

20th

Our goal is to create interest in BRAVO, recognize Elgin’s unique culture, and stimulate local commerce in a fun, free, easy way. For more information, read our FAQs at marqueemedia.net/elgindollerfaqs

#elginDoller

Anniversary Season This Christmastide: Rejoice! • December 14-16, 2018 Annual Gala: The Bee’s Knees • March 8-9, 2018 Keep a Song in Your Heart • April 12-14, 2018

Northern Northern Illinois Illinois Hospital Hospital and and Asylum Asylum for for the the Insane Insane

Cut carefully on the dotted line with a sharp scissors or hobby knife.

XI I III VII IV IX

Payable to the Bearer on Demand

One Elgin Doller can be used toward the purchase of a general admission ticket during our 2018-2019 season.

www.heartlandvoices.org

161 E. CHICAGO STREET

martiniroomelgin.com

Selling your home? Get a free expert market analysis for one Elgin Doller!

KEN

BRUDERLE

847-697-SELL

847-697-7355

www.697sell.com

Elgin Doller is good for $1 OFF a minimum $5 purchase. Limit 1 per customer per day.

Elgin Dollers accepted at our concession area during any show in our 2018-2019 season. An Elgin Old Tyme Holiday Radio Show 2 Nov. 9-18, 2018

Over the River and Through the Woods Feb. 8-24, 2019

War of the Worlds April 26-18, 2019

Over the Tavern May 31-June 16, 2019

www.elgin-theatre.org • (847) 741-0532

One Elgin Doller accepted toward your purchase of $15 or more in preowned vinyl. Limit one per customer per day.

New Releases Re-Releases Rare Vinyl Turntables Vintage Music

9 S. Spring St. Open Daily Mon 12-6 Tue-Sat 11-7 Sunday 11-4

www.rediscoverrecords.com

a unique boutique with a vintage soul

10 Douglas Ave. • Elgin, IL 60120 2 2 4 . 2 2 3 . 7 7 1 8 s ou lf u ls p ar row. com

One Elgin Doller is good toward a minimum ten dollar purchase. Limit one per customer per day.

74 S. Grove Ave. • ELGIN

BRAVO

March 2019

lege, National Louis University - Prior Learning Assessment, and Judson University to learn how you can get on the path to earn your college degree. Please register. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Piano Performance: John LaBorn 7p-8p, GBPL Lobby - Table Southeast, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

7p, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacipara la Ciudadania / Citizenship Conversation Group See 3/7. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info The Chicago Lighthouse This is a Parent networking group for families who have children ages 0-3 with visual impairments. 6.30p-8p, GBPL Story Room - North, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Elgin Genealogical Society This is the monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society where Grace DuMelle will present “Tools to Dig Deeper: Probate and Inquest Records.” She will tell us why it’s worth looking for a probate case even if you think your ancestor didn’t have money. You can find relatives you didn’t know existed, a listing of property and furnishings, and bills from service providers. When you see a coroner’s signature on a death certificate, or have a newspaper account of an accident, obtain the inquest to open a fascinating window on the circumstances of the death. ----- Ms. DuMelle has been a professional researcher since 1995, helping clients from all over the United States and several foreign countries. She is on staff at the Newberry Library in Chicago and has experience on both sides of the reference desk -- as a staffer and as a researcher, and is the author of “Finding Your Chicago Ancestors”. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info MS Excel: Formulas & Functions Learn to use formulas to automatically calculate and manipulate totals, percentages, averages, and ranges. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Pathways to a Degree: How to Earn College Credit for Work & Life Experience If you’ve ever wondered, is it possible to earn a degree? Could I go back to school? Join us for an interactive conversation with college experts from Elgin Community Col-

Souvenirs from Paris: Julien Labro and the Chanson Experiment Immerse yourself in the music and food of Paris! French-born musician Julien Labro and his swingin’ band The Chanson Experiment will transport you to the streets of Paree with their refreshing take on the music of France. Our intimate club will be transformed into a Parisian cabaret — complete with French pastries, wine and coffee for sale by ECC s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program. Heralded as “the next accordion star” by Howard Reich of the Chicago Tribune, Labro has established himself as one of the foremost accordion and bandoneon players in both the classical and jazz genres. 7.30p, ECC SecondSpace Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets.elgin.edu. $30 Abbarama, the Abba Tribute 8p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $15-18 Lewis Black Known as the “King of the Rant,” Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. His comedic brilliance lies in his ability to make people laugh at the absurdities of life, with topics that include current events, social media, politics and anything else that exposes the hypocrisy and madness he sees in the world. 8p, ECC Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive 847.622.0300 tickets. elgin.edu. $57-67

Fri.Mar.22 Pop Up Book Sale See 3/21. 9a-6p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Baby Rhyme Time See 3/7. 9.15a-9.45a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Computers 101 Series See 3/8. 11a-12.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

--10:30 am. Program begins at 10:30 am. 10a-1p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Craft Beer Tasting: Noon Whistle Brewing 4p-6p, Otter Creek Wine & Spirits, 250 S Randall Road Unit C 847.931.2950 ottercreekwineandspirits.com

Knitting Basics Create your own washcloth while learning to knit. This class will help you learn the basics of knitting. Please bring: Size 7 or 8 knitting needles, 1 skein of cotton yarn (i.e. Lily Sugar & Cream) 11a-12p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Fourth Friday Open Mic What a fun night! Here’s your opportunity to share your talent with the community an an Open Mic night at First United Methodist Church. 6.30p-9.30p, First United Methodist Church, 216 E. Highland Avenue 847.741.0038 fumcelgin. org Chicago Sanitarium, with Unforgiven, Freak on a Leash, Voodoo and Sic Tribute to Metallica, Korn Godsmack and Slipknot. 8p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $12-15 Inside the Music: Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony Everyone loves our new Inside the Music programs. These “Music 101” events are designed for classical music newcomers, and are casual and relaxed. Our regular ESO fans love discovering new musical insights as well! Music Director Andrew Grams leads this journey through a musical masterpiece, with the ESO playing excerpts throughout. After intermission, the audience experiences the entire work with a deeper, richer connection to the music. Drinks and food are welcome in the hall. Popcorn provided by Mama Lee’s Gourmet Popcorn. Dive deep into Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart s Symphony No. 41 “Jupiter” Symphony. Considered by many as the greatest symphony by the greatest composer that ever lived, it was Mozart s longest and last. Lore has it that a music publisher supplied its nickname because the powerful piece reminded him of Jupiter and his thunderbolts. With near unanimous superlative reviews, the work has become a canonized masterwork of the symphonic repertoire. 8p, Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way 847.888.4000 elginsymphony.org. $10-30 Liquid Fun Band 8p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com

Sat.Mar.23

Wonderful Ones See 3/4. 10a-10.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Pop Up Book Sale See 3/21. 9a-6p, GBPL Lobby , 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

No Shushing Movie Fridays See 3/1. 10.30a-12.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info

Build Your First Web Page See 3/9. 10a-11.30a, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Baby & Toddler Playgroup See 3/8. 10.45a-11.30a, GBPL Story Room - South, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Candidates Forum Candidates for School District U46 and Elgin Community College boards will be presented by the LWV of the Elgin Area. Meet the candidates 10 am

Sensory Storytime See 3/9. 11a-11.30a, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Bracelets Galore - Memory Wire Create Memory Wire Bracelets and rings. All supplies Provided. 1p-3p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Tiempo de Prica See 3/9. 1p-1.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Advanced 3D Design Grades 4-8. Take your 3D design and printing skills to the next level with our next challenge. Please have your login for Tinkercad.com ready before this class begins. *You must have completed Intro and Intermediate 3D Design in order to attend this class. Registration required. 1.30p-3p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Power Point 2 Aprende a crear presentaciones profesionales. Learn to create professional presentations. 1.30p-3p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Manga and Anime Club for Grades 6-12 Calling all fans of Attack on Titan, My Hero Academia, Sailor Moon, and more! Watch anime, share fan art, and enjoy Japanese snacks while socializing with other otaku. Students in grades 6-12 are welcome - bring a friend! 2p-3.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info YMCA Stress & Wellness Workshop Activate Elgin March Into Health Program: Join Kelly Wemken, Community Wellness Coordinator with

FEED.colorcode Bands & Music

Theater & Dance

Exhibits & Film

Causes & Community

Kids & Families

Lectures & Learning Wellness & Nature Creativity Other

BRAVO

5.3

The Faque News

Fox River Tunnel Clears Hurdle The Fox River Tunnel project cleared another legal hurdle Thursday as a Kane County Judge dismissed a case brought by an environmentalist group that would have blocked the start of construction after five years of planning and study. The Fox River Intrafluvial Conservation Corp. (FRICC) was granted a preliminary injunction in November against the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and its plan to extend Illinois Route 58 westward from Dundee Avenue in Elgin to Sleepy Hollow Road through a deep tunnel dug below the Fox River. In their filed affidavit, FRICC claimed that construction of the tunnel would cause irreparable harm to the Fox River ecosystem, and that the three previous environmental impact studies were inconclusive. During the hearing before Judge Gerald Throckmorton, a witness for the plaintiff testified that traffic noise would disrupt the sleep cycle of bottom-dwelling fish species, leading to population declines. Another witness cited research showing that low level vibrations created by surface traffic adjacent to a river would cause turbidity which increases water temperature. Attorneys for IDOT produced engineering drawings and geologic data showing that the proposed tunnel would produce less noise and ground vibration than that already

With the BRAVO Plutonium VISA Charge Card™

The Sky’s The Limit™ Apply today!

caused by vehicle congestion and potholes on existing Route 31 and North Grove Avenue. The Judge dismissed a motion by FRICC for a stay of proceedings so that both parties could investigate the nature of fish sleep cycles and fish perception of sound. Construction of the tunnel, scheduled to start in August 2019, includes moving 39 residential structures 15 feet back from the centerline of Summit Street in Elgin’s Northeast Neighborhood, to allow widening it to four lanes. The 2200-foot underground portion of Route 58 will connect Summit Street to Upper and Lower Wing Streets at an acChannel catfish (ictalurus punctatus), one of the native cess-controlled interchange with species environmentalists claim are threatened by the Route 31. Upper Wing Street will Fox River Tunnel project. be the new elevated surface of a double-deck roadway carrying two lanes of westbound traffic as far as “The new highway will open up Elgin’s North McLean Boulevard at the entire Summit Street commercial corridor to Tyler Creek bridge. All eastbound traffic will our residents, who have wanted this done for use both lanes of the existing roadway to be many years,” said Paul Pizek, Chairman of renamed Lower Wing Street. the Sleepy Hollow Village Planning CommisRoute 58 will subsume the four-lane sion. “Finally we’ll have access to authentic section of North McLean Boulevard north of tacos and pho without having to fight the Tyler Creek, and terminate at Sleepy Hollow traffic on Route 72.” Road.

O V A R B plutonium 12 5678 90 4 3 2 1 4000 4000

VALID THRU

01/39

MARSTON JOHN Q.

The only card that can power all your mobile devices and batteries ... also earns you a mile of space travel for every dollar you spend!

bravoplutoniumvisa.com The BRAVO Plutonium Visa Charge Card™ is issued by Bank of Los Alamos N.A. Variable APR is 11.9%-27.9% depending on creditworthiness. $239 annual fee. Alpha radiation 5.5 MeV. Half life 24,100 years. Compatible with most iOS and Android devices; adapter sold separately. Not available in some states. Avoid prolonged contact with skin.

BRAVO

March 2019

bike. We’ll ride low stress routes for 3-5 miles. Get to know your city and your neighbors! We will try to plan these to to be friendly for ages 8-80. We will be using a mix of off-street and on-street routes. Each rider will be responsible for their own behavior as a street user. We will try to provide helpful guidance and leadership as we roll. We’ll roll from the park at 2:15. 2p, Festival Park, South Grove Avenue elginbikehub.com

the Taylor Family YMCA Health, for a walk through Wellness and Stress Management tips to keep you happy and healthy this season! Presenter: Kelly Wemken, Community Wellness Coordinator with the Taylor Family YMCA. 2p-4p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Coopers Dead Things, the Ultimate Alice Cooper Experience 8p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $12-15 Leaving Scarlet Come ready to dance and drum! 9p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com M Crew This band is all about Standard music , disco, Latin, Alternative rock, rock and roll, country rock, Beatles, Madonna and Journey.. Fun filled night will make you dance all night. 9p, D Hangout Bar & Grill, 550 S. McLean Boulevard 847.717.0511 dannyspizzaelgin.com Smells Like Dave Grohl Do you love the Foo Fighters? How ‘bout Nirvana? If you answered YES then you will LOVE this band as much as we do! 9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com

Sun.Mar.24 Bike Elgin Ride -- March Join us for a slow roll as we explore Elgin by

Elizabeth’s War: Southern Belle, Civil War Spy Author Dog Peterson and actress Jennifer Goran retell and recreate the thrilling adventures of Elizabeth Van Lew. Most people in Richmond, VA knew her as the pampered daughter of a privileged family; what they didn’t know was that she was a spy for the North. Co-sponsored by the AAUW/Elgin Area Branch. 2p-4p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Spoken, with Awake at Last and Monroe 7.30p, Rochaus, 96 W. Main Street, West Dundee 815.482.2870 rochaus.com. $12-15

Mon.Mar.25 Art Camp Join us as we explore a variety of featured artists and mediums, all supplies included. 1p-3p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info Rakow Readers Pachinko by Min Jin Lee 1.30p-2.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Family Theater: The Fable Factory Join us for a musical adventure that features favorite classic fables. Please register all family members who will be attending the show. 2p-3p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Family Theater: The Fable Factory See above. 5p-6p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

Cafe Latino: Libros y Conversacion (ML) Disfrute de libros interesantes, nuevos amigos y un buen rato! ¿Quieres conseguir una copia para leer antes de la reunion? Comunicate con Nohora Chacon al 847-6084673 o biblioteca@gailborden.info. Enjoy interesting books, new Friends and a good time!To get a book to read prior to the meeting, contact Nohora Chacon at 847-6084673 or biblioteca@gailborden.info 6p-7.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Drop By Game Design (Middle School) See 3/4. 6p-7p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Literacy Connection Board of Directors Meeting Monthly meeting of The Literacy Connection Board of Directors 6p-9p, GBPL Grove Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacipara la Ciudadania / Citizenship Conversation Group See 3/7. 6.30p-7.30p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Writers on the Fox This writer’s peer group will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. No registration. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rm. C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

3/5. 1p-4p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Spring Break Craft-O-Rama Best for children ages 3+ with an adult. Jump into spring by making crafts to take home. Supplies provided. 2p-3.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B-C, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Studio 270 Volunteer Corps: Knitting for a Cause Learn to knit while giving back to others in need. 4p-6p, GBPL Studio 270, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info South Elgin Sentinels Chess Club See 3/5. 4.30p-5.30p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Bell’s Pint Night EPH is proud to welcome our friends from Bell’s Brewing for a very special pint night. We will welcome in Summer and the Baseball Season with this year’s release of one of our favorites: Oberon. Plus more!! There will be samples and give aways throughout the night. This is gonna be great!!! 6p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com Reel Women for Real Women: Can You Ever Forgive Me (2018, R) Lee Israel made her living in the 1970’s and 1980’s profiling the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead, Estee Lauder and journalist Dorothy

Tue.Mar.26 Robot Dance Challenge for Grade 6-8 Express your creativity and improve your coding skills by teaching your squad of Ozobots to perform an original dance routine. No previous coding experience required. 11a-12p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Art Camp See 3/25. 1p-3p, GBPL South Elgin Branch, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden. info

The Most Amazing Show on the Radio!

Save 40%, 50%, 60% or even more on travel destinations, dining, entertainment, home and auto services, supplies and thousands of other items! Find out more at www.WRMN1410.com

AM Radio 1410 WRMN-AM 1410 news/talk radio has been providing news and informational programming to Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs for over sixty years. We are the “Conscience of the Community.”

Download the free WRMN Radio app and get all access All the Time

List your events for FREE

Job Search and Resume Help See

Radio Shopping Show (847) 741-7700 x112 16 Douglas Avenue • Downtown Elgin Business Office (847) 741-7700 Broadcast Studio (847) 931-1410 14 Douglas Avenue • Downtown Elgin

BRAVO

Berkley Crowe MASONRY RESTORATIONS

Buildings Chimneys Porches Gateposts Monuments Foundations HISTORICALLY SENSITIVE MORTARS & METHODS BerkleyCroweRestorations@gmail.com

(847) 426-0363

elgin ANTIQUES UNIQUES

207

east chicago street

847-606-6284 closed wednesdays

open daily 11-5

Ken Bruderle Stays on TOP of the Real Estate Market

for YOU! If you’re thinking of selling ...

is now

before you commit, compare and discover how Ken Bruderle’s superior Marketing Plan is designed to net you the highest price in the shortest period of time and least inconvenience for you.

Call Ken Bruderle (847) 697-SELL Guaranteed Satisfaction! • Negotiable Commissions/Fees

-7 3 5 5

Elgin’s Superior Real Estate Expert!

5.3

BRAVO Serial Fiction: “The Marvelous Mary Alice”

Part One:

Mary Alice Finds a Date at Jewel-Osco by Deb Kollar Sixty-nine-year-old Mary Alice Moretti is on the hunt. She believes there is a saying for everything in life and for this particular outing, it is “the early bird catches the worm.” Over in the bakery department, a teenage boy is restocking the shelves with St. Patrick’s Day dessert trays and Polish paczki doughnuts for Fat Tuesday. Mary Alice strolls over and pretends to be interested as she surveys the lay of the land. An attractive redhead in her mid-thirties is standing by the deli counter asking for a single-serving chicken dinner. Bingo! One can find a suitable mate in the grocery store. Mary Alice is sure of it. After all, she handpicked her husband, Walter, in a Piggly Wiggly when he was unable to tell the difference between a honeydew and a cantaloupe. Her goal is to find a date for her son, Larry. She cannot fail at her mission, especially with her grandniece’s wedding only three months away; otherwise, her spiteful sister, Eunice, will stick him at the table with the rest of the single relatives — bored teenagers and drunk Uncle Sal. No, Larry must have his plus one. Mary Alice whispers, “The target is on the move.” She realizes her husband’s lifelong penchant for military movies has clearly infiltrated her matchmaking strategies. The bewildered teenage employee next to her looks around, then back at her again. Mary Alice grabs a grocery basket and follows the redhead to the dairy aisle. Yogurt is on sale. The woman swipes the remaining lot from

the shelf. Mary Alice believes in signs, too, and considers this an indication the woman is both thrifty and health conscious. Not at all like the time she brought home Brenda from Walmart. Mary Alice makes the sign of the cross. She ought to have known Brenda was trouble. The woman’s cart had been filled with enough Hostess snack cakes to put a classroom full of children into a diabetic coma. Mary Alice is convinced women use chocolate to cover up mental issues. It took three months to chase Brenda away from her son and by the end of it, she had a new saying: never trust a woman addicted to Ho Hos. “That’s a good sale,” Mary Alice says. The woman looks her up and down. “Given your age, I suppose you’ll need me to squat down to check if there’s any yogurt left on the bottom shelf?” “Young lady, I was the wife and assistant to the famous magician, Walter Moretti. My body is strong and limber.” Mary Alice lifts her flared skirt, brings her right leg forward and points her ruby red mary jane pump. “You’re looking at the newspaper’s ‘Best Legs in Kane County 1969.’” “Watch,” says Mary Alice. She squats ladylike with her knees together, rummages around the bottom shelf, pulls out a yogurt, rises and takes a bow. “I am and will always be, The Marvelous Mary Alice.” She remembers when Walter first introduced her to the stage at the Hemmens Cultural Center in 1970. “Please give a round

BRAVO

March 2019

of applause to my assistant— The Marvelous Mary Alice.” The sharpness of the woman’s retort brings her back to the moment. “Fine. You’re like a senior Wonder Woman.” She rolls her eyes and moves on. This redhead is trying her patience. Mary Alice is not the type to give up without a fight. Besides, it’s slim pickings at a grocery store on a Monday morning. She catches up to the woman in the frozen food aisle perusing Banquet pot pie dinners. As an Italian, she knows food is the great equalizer and nobody can pass up her Italian Sunday gravy. Mary Alice peeks her head into the freezer door and whispers, “You know, those pot pies are like butter on your thighs. How would you like a nice homecooked dinner?” The redhead slams the freezer door. “Are you following me, lady?” Mary Alice looks behind her. The aisle is empty except for the soothing voice of Karen Carpen-

ter singing “Close to You” over the store’s music system. “Excuse me?” “You were at the deli counter watching me. Now you’re here.” The woman glares at Mary Alice. “Are you stalking me?” Mary Alice laughs. “Stalking at a grocery store? Who would do such a thing?” It isn’t like she’ll follow the woman home and she certainly won’t dismember her body and store it in a freezer like that Jeffrey Dahmer fellow. “I am no stalker!” “Either you’re stalking me or you’re lonely. There are mental institutions for the first and nursing homes for the second.” Mary Alice scoffs. She points her finger into the redhead’s face. “You’ll need to say three Hail Marys for that mouth.” “You’re crazy.” As the woman pushes the cart away, she turns and shouts, “And don’t follow me!” Mary Alice waves her hand in the air. “Marone!” Another cart goes by. This time it’s a brunette with two

small children. She sighs as she contemplates the idea. It could be nice to have instant grandchildren. After checking for a wedding ring, Mary Alice sets out for the brunette. She is on the hunt again. Two hours later, Mary Alice enters the front seat of her Lincoln Continental in Jewel-Osco’s parking lot. Matchmaking in a grocery store is difficult work. It didn’t help the brunette with children threatened to call security. Lifting the rosary beads hanging from her rear-view mirror, she kisses the wooden cross. Mary Alice clutches the store receipt with the phone number in her hand. Thank goodness for the long pharmacy line. The poufy blonde had at least a twenty-minute wait to fill her prescription. It was enough time for Mary Alice to ease in and not immediately go in for the kill; however, it was surprisingly quick to persuade her. She wonders if Larry will mind a few quirks, like a misdemeanor, and an unsightly face piercing. Beggars can’t be

choosers — if there’s a saying for her 40-year-old son living in her basement, Mary Alice is sure this would be it. On her way home, Mary Alice makes a detour to Jefferson Avenue on the north side of Elgin. She parks across the street, turns off the engine and surveys the Sears bungalow hoping she will catch a glimpse of her through the window. Tears well up as she remembers the promises she had made to her late husband. To keep them all together. To help their children find the love they were blessed with for 45 years. Dear God, how am I going to fix this? Debra Kollar and her husband moved to Elgin eighteen years ago, as many newlyweds do, to afford their first home. She loves the town’s determination to preserve its history, the welcoming attitude for diversity with its people and the arts, the award-winning library and all the local haunts that give Elgin a hometown feel. After the series, she hopes to expand “The Marvelous Mary Alice” into a novel.

When their baby died, their doctor was rude ... their pastor dismissed their grief ... their friends didn’t understand ...

WE WERE THERE.

Our society is still learning how to handle pregnancy and infant bereavement. We know and understand. You are not alone. Our veteran and family-owned funeral home is here to help you with a heartfelt goodbye.

305 Park Street | Elgin, IL 60120 | 847-741-1128 www.SymondsMadisonFuneralHome.com

BRAVO

42 Kilgallen. When Lee is no longer able to get published because she has fallen out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception. An adaptation of the memoir Can You Ever Forgive Me? - the true story of best-selling celebrity biographer Lee Israel. Director: Marielle Heller. Screen Play: Nicole Holofcener and Jeff Whitty. Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Richard E. Grant, Dolly Wells, Jane Curtin. Time: 1 hour 46 minutes. Type: Biography, Comedy, Crime. 6p-8.30p, GBPL Meadows Comm. Rms. A-B, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Video Lab: Green Screen Shootout Learn how to add green screen effects to your videos. 6p-7p, GBPL Studio 270 Digital Media Lab, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Grupo de Conversacien ingl/ English Conversation Group See 3/5. 6.30p-7.15p, GBPL Conference Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info

5.3

Creek Wine & Spirits, 250 S Randall Road Unit C 847.931.2950 ottercreekwineandspirits.com Smiley Tillmon Band Join us for a night of the Blues! Opening act is LostInBlu. 9p, Danny’s on Douglas, 231 Douglas Avenue 847.742.5400 dannyspizzaelgin.com. No Cover When The Sun Sets This local group brings their talent back to our stage! Join us for a night of fun & great music. 9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com. No Cover

Sat.Mar.30 Bison Feeding in Lord’s Park Join us for an upclose look at the bison, deer, and elk at the Lords

Park Zoo. Meet at the Museum for a short introduction after which we head to the Zoo to assist the zookeeper in feeding these magnificent creatures. Limited to 12 people. Advance registration is required. Members free. 7a-8.30a, Elgin Public Museum, 225 Grand Boulevard 847.741.6655 elginpublicmuseum.org. $1-2 Jewish Film Festival: The Band’s Visit (2008) GBPL’s Global Neighbor series highlights the rich storytelling of Jewish film on March 30th and 31st. Enjoy two days of films and discussions with fellow movie buffs. Co-sponsored by Congregation Kneseth Israel. A band of Egyptian musicians head to Israel to play at the grand opening of an Arab arts center, only to find themselves lost in the wrong town. Running time: 87 min. 2p, GBPL Main Library, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.741.5656

Rogue Reads from the Outer Edge The Brief and Frightening Reign of Phil by George SaundersFor questions contact Phil at phil.rejmer@gailborden. info. Read books that are off the beaten path, then join us as we dive deep into some discussions about what we’ve read. You can request copies of these books through our LinkIn service or our Materials request service. 6.30p-7.30p, Rakow Branch Living Room, 2751 W. Bowes Road 847.531.7271 gailborden.info Elgin Township Technology Group Discussion Learn how to download eBooks from the Gail Borden Library, Amazon and other free eBook websites. Presenters: Phillip Schneider, Verner Tepe, Andy Lego and Ed Mungai. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Elgin Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Intro to Google Tools Learn how Google’s tools for communication, collaboration, and productivity can help simplify life by allowing you to create, organize, share, and store information in this special session. Get a quick overview of how to create an account, navigate Gmail, add Contacts, use your Calendar and more. 7p-8.30p, GBPL Computer Training Room, 270 N. Grove Avenue 847.742.2411 gailborden.info Trivia Night Most Tuesdays at 8p. Free to play, win $$ off your tab and other prizes. Come early! 8p, Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street 847.468.8810 elginpublichouse.com

Wed.Mar.27 Jacquelyn Miller Standards, blues, jazz and rock acoustic show. 7p-9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com. No Cover

Thu.Mar.28 Creativity Lab See 3/7. 4p-5p, South Elgin Hoffer Room, 127 S. McLean Boulevard 847.931.2090 gailborden.info Paul Willaert Live Acoustic Show Paul always brings the talent and the fun. Request songs for him to sing out of his song book! Perfect for a night out with family & friends. 7p-9p, Chubby Bullfrog, 1494 Spring Hill Mall, West Dundee 847.428.7080 thechubbybullfrog.com. No Cover

Fri.Mar.29 Craft Beer Tasting: Bell’s Brewing 4p-6p, Otter

March 9, 10am - 5pm March 10, 12pm - 5pm Imago Creative Studios 216 Prairie Street • Elgin

Admission $5

KIDZ 10 and under FREE* *with a paid Adult Admission

geekzcon.com

BRAVO

March 2019

From This River Town

Cover your tail.

I Miss Him by Mary Ellen Goodwill

Are your most important assets properly insured? Review your policy with us. KJH Insurance

19 S. Spring St. (847) 741-9393 www.kjhins.com se habla espanol

No more writing from a great man. This month marks three years. Jim Harrison 1937-2016. I miss him. From The River Swimmer: The night of modest indigestion led him to question why an ordinary mom-and-pop restaurant would put a big amount of rosemary, currently America’s most overused herb, in their meat loaf.

Celebrating 80 Years AUTO SERVICE

Memories reside in the landscape and arise when you revisit an area.

Complete Car Care • Schedule Appointments Online Open Weekdays 7:30-5 • Open Saturdays 7:30-Noon

He recalled with immoderate reverence his burgeoning love at age ten for looking at paintings and listening to classical music, the lack of “mind” in his pleasure. How wonderful it was to love something without the compromise of language.

217 Symphony Way • (847) 741-5457 • autoelgin.com

Thad had been chewing on his wonderful fried chicken thinking that humans are ill-prepared for the miraculous. A history teacher he mourned who had been fired for too many DUI’s said that a common thread of genius ran through Mozart, Caravaggio, and Gauguin that was divine whatever that in itself meant ... He had learned early not to try to formalize his interesting perceptions or they would stagnate. He returned to the theme of what happens to people who are witnesses to the miraculous. From The Woman Lit by Fireflies: ... she has sort of an elegant mind. Clare lives to read and she loves good music ... she could no longer bear the simple and brutal mediocrity of her husband. From Songs of Unreason: ... On some clear nights in the country the stars can exhaust us. They only mean what they are. Every week a one page interview appears in The New York Times Book Review magazine. The section is entitled “By the Book” and the author, celebrity, famous person answers some standard but provocative questions, one being, “You’re organizing a literary dinner party. Which three writers, dead or alive, do you invite?” My answer is Jim Harrison.

BRAVO

701 N. State St. 847.695.3066

On Illinois Route 31 1 mile S. of I-90

5.3

Market Hours: StateStreetMarketShopsElgin.com

Tues-Sat, 10am - 5pm Thursday, 10am - 8pm Sunday, 11am - 5pm

Celebrating 37 years

Saturday & Sunday, March 23-24

37th Anniversary Party Complimentary Cake, Coffee, Punch & Tastings Door Prize Drawings from our 35 shops ... New vendors and your long-time favorites!

Live Music Sat. Mar. 23, 12-3pm

by The Johnnie Matt Duo

Needlefelting Workshops

Noon-4pm Weekends, March 16, 17; April 6, 7, 27, 28 $45 advance fee includes all tools & materials to complete your project. Call Mary (847) 828-8670 or Email: autumnrosedesigns@att.net

BRAVO

March 2019

Expression: A Messy Studio is a Sign of Healthy Mind

Studio of the Mind It’s an early Saturday afternoon in February in downtown Elgin, and at least ten people and an Italian Greyhound are packed into a cluttered, one room art studio on the fourth floor of the Professional Building on Division Street. One conversation involves planning an upcoming exhibit of artwork at the Elgin Art Showcase upstairs; another conversation addresses the organization of shelves of artbooks, paintings, and supplies; another is shared among artists discussing their creative process and brainstorming compositions. This is the Awakenings Project Studio, a naturally lit, wellequipped space for artists living with mental illness to develop their craft and find an outlet for their creative abilities through art in all forms. Working alongside the artists are family, friends and allies of all kinds.

Background This arts collective began to form twenty years in DuPage county, when Robert Lundin and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Illinois (NAMI-IL) organized an exhibit for their annual convention titled “The Awakenings Art Show.” With the help of Glen Ellyn artist Trish Evers and gallery owner Irene O’Neill, they brought together nearly fifty artists with mental illnesses for their first show in 1997. This success was repeated many times. In 1998 when a Chicago gallery misprinted the art show’s name as “The Awakenings Project,” the organizers decided to adopt it. In 2004, they became a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with headquarters in Wheaton.

“Most people with a mental illness don’t work,” Lundin told the Chicago Tribune in 2010, “so they don’t have a work identity.” And crucial to that work identity is having a place to work, where they can practice their occupation. For artists, that place is a studio. Evers started sharing her own personal studio space with the group from the beginning. When she died of cancer in June 2000, she left it in the hands of the Awakenings Project, whose network of artists, writers and musicians found space there to experience peace and healing through creativity and companionship. In addition to fine art exhibits, the group developed a successful literary journal, The Awakenings Review, and later produced a CD of music and poetry by Awakenings artists.

♣ traditional ♣

Irish Soda Bread available thru March 16th

Hot Cross Buns available after March 5th

All Rye Breads

on sale during March ✠ Onion Rye ✠ ✠ Sauerkraut Rye ✠ ✠ Caraway Seeded Rye ✠ ✠ Unseeded Rye ✠

Herb’s

After eight years, the owners of the Glen Ellyn building with the high ceilings and skylights made new plans for the space, and the artists were forced to vacate on short notice. “We knew we had to find another place fairly quickly that was similarly priced,” said Irene O’Neill, now the President of the Awakenings Project. “Believe me, there was nothing else in DuPage in our price range.” Hearing the news of the Artspace project coming to Elgin, O’Neill attended a meeting in

Easter

is april 21st order early!

Bakery

1020 Larkin Avenue • (847) 741-0249 herbsbakery.com • herbsbakery1954@sbcglobal.net

Foreground The studio was a center of gravity for the people it helped. They found purpose and identity in the creative process, and discovered that their illness did not define them. They organized their days around this work.

Sláinte!

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 216 E. Highland Ave Downtown Elgin fumcelgin.org

Jan 25 Feb 22 Mar 22

Sign-up begins at 6:00 pm Food and soft drinks available for purchase

#fumcelgin

BRAVO

N DA

NY’S PIZZ

DOUGLAS

Elgin’s Best Pizza!

847-742-5400 231 Douglas Ave.

MONDAYS:

ALL PIZZAS HALF OFF

Open 11AM to Midnight or 2AM

Dining Room Only

OPEN MIC

LIVE BANDS KARAOKE VIDEO GAMING

www.dannyspizzaelgin.com

Elgin Art Showcase

a versatile performance space and art gallery in downtown elgin, illinois 100 seat capacity fully tech-equipped dressing/green rooms bar/catering friendly reasonable rates 164 division street call 847.931.6019

5.3

the summer of 2008 to explore the possibility of renting a studio there, but learned the building would not be ready for another four years. Nonetheless the meeting was fruitful. “I met Sylvia Grady at that meeting, and she mentioned to me that there might be a space in the Professional Building in our price range,” O’Neill said. There was, and Awakenings moved in the following month, with an opening reception in September 2008. The reasonable rent has hardly increased in more than ten years. “We are very grateful to Elgin,” she said.

Positive Space “A really great factor about the Professional Building is that there’s a theater on the eighth floor, which often displays artwork in conjunction with the plays ... and the lobby is incredibly beautiful.” The building’s name is also a reminder that for these artists, self-expression is more than amusement — it’s work. People come from all over Chicagoland to spend time there. “The majority of people who come to the studio have some diagnosis themselves — mental illnesses, addiction issues, autism — or they accompany someone as a family member or friend,” she said. Since the studio moved to Elgin, transportation to the site has become a challenge for DuPage area artists living on very low incomes who don’t own a car. While public transporta-

Artists and friends at the Awakenings Project Studio in Elgin. tion between the two areas is inefficient, “it is actually a much more beautiful bicycle ride to the studio from my house in West Chicago, than it was when we were in Glen Ellyn.”

Perspective As a result, the Awakenings Project Studio has sought to strengthen its connections with arts and wellness organizations in Elgin, including the Ecker Center, the Renz Center, Association for Individual Development, NAMI-Kane County North and Side Street Studio Arts. The space is open for drop-in use without a fee most Saturdays between 11am and 2pm, and materials are provided. Outside of the studio, the artists are also making a local impact at nearly every visual art venue in Elgin. They have exhibited at the Seigle Gallery at Elgin Artspace Lofts; Art Area Studio 51 Gallery; Gail Borden Public Library; Side Street Studio Arts Gallery; the Healing Gallery at Provena St. Joseph Hospital; and Art & Soul on the Fox. Last summer O’Neill met Artistic Director Katrina Syrris during rehearsals for her dramatic production “Goodly Creatures: A Review of Shakespeare’s Sonnets for Modern Times,” and they organized a show of Awakenings art in the lobby of

the Elgin Art Showcase. That partnership will continue with the upcoming run of “The Yellow Wallpaper” set for April at the Showcase. Putting up and taking down exhibits is part of the work of an artist (just ask any member of Elgin’s Art for All). And so is art education, which is why you can find the Awakenings artists at work in the community hosting writers’ groups, presenting workshops at Elgin Mental Health Center, and discussing the intersection of faith and mental health at First Congregational Church. A lot has been written by and about The Awakenings Project in its two decades of work on behalf of creative people with psychiatric disorders. They now engage artists and publish the works of writers from around the world. They partner with hospitals, corporate sponsors, and advocacy groups with international reputations to raise awareness and eliminate the social stigma of mental illness that causes these artists to be sidelined or neglected. However unlikely it seems that such a group would find its way to Elgin, it’s also a perfectly poetic story that connects the City’s past identity as home to the Elgin State Hospital with its future identity as an arts destination, all through the work of volunteers gravitating to a community that is demonstrably the most generous in Illinois. —JP

BRAVO

March 2019

ASSIGNMENT BOARD

ADVERTISE WITH US

This is where we post assignments for volunteer writers, photographers, and artists like you. We can’t compensate you properly (yet), but we give credit where credit is due, and excellent contributors have a way of getting our attention. So when those paid assignments do come along, well, we know who to call ...

2019 Advertising Rates

Motorcyle Clubs Before you know it, the weather will be nice enough to ride! What do BRAVO readers need to know about motorcyle clubs in Elgin? (Notice we didn’t say “gangs.”) Start us up.

Breathtaking Views

Full Page $229 • Half Page $149 Quarter Page $99 • Eighth Page $59 Standard rates include design & layout. 15% Discount for ready-to-print digital artwork.

12-month Contracts Available 3-5 ads during contract term earns 5% discount 6-11 ads during contract term earns 10% discount 12+ ads during contract term earns 15% discount

Circulation Information

Okay, so beautiful scenery isn’t the first thing you think of when describing Elgin. But there are some scenic vistas to be experienced from the higher points on the local terrain. Describe and photograph a few that inspire you.

4,200 copies circulated at more than ninety locations in Elgin, South Elgin, Dundee and Carpentersville (see listings). Estimated readership of 8,000.

The Whole Roseanne Thing

Ad Production

Legend has it that the writer or creator of the sitcom Roseanne based some of the material on Elgin. Can we get the facts on this, and learn whether the show was meant as a flattering portrayal of us, or just ... a realistic one? Submit a query or pitch letter for these or other topics:

Complete specifications are given on our website http://www.marqueemedia.net/Advertise For full details and personalized service, contact Sales Representative Dean Tripp. (847) 702-2888 or dtripp@marqueemedia.net

bravo@marqueemedia.net

Next ad deadline: March 20th, 5:00 p.m.

THE FINEST IN PRINT BRAVO Magazine strives to publish error-free material, but mistakes and omissions may arise from our sources or may occur during the production process. With the exception of spurious ads, we will not publish anything we know to be false, defamatory or an infringement on copyright. All brand names, logos and trademarks are assumed to belong to the entities to which they refer, whether marked as such or not. Facts asserted and opinions expressed in articles are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Our advertisers are responsible for the content of their advertisements, and BRAVO Magazine does not necessarily endorse any of the products, services, organizations or political candidates whose ads appear herein. Our advertising policy accommodates any and all commercial messaging that is decent and legal; it does not discriminate on the basis of religious or political affiliation or any other basis that is prohibited by law. Events appearing in the FEED calendar have been aggregated from a variety of sources including websites, online calendars and user submissions. These event announcements are repeated herein as a benefit to readers and the event hosts or sponsors, and BRAVO Magazine does not necessarily prequalify, endorse or attend these events. We regret any contradictions that appear in the details we publish as relates to the actual event details. BRAVO Magazine is a free publication available at select locations in and around Elgin, Illinois and is not to be sold at retail. It is not available as a postal subscription. We reserve the right to temporarily or permanently discontinue publication at any time, at the publisher’s discretion, without any advance public notice.

B R A V O Magazine is published by

MARQUEE MEDIA P.O. Box 1551 Elgin, IL 60121-1551 (224) 513-1220 bravo@marqueemedia.net Publisher: Jeffrey R. Pierce Contributors: Kristin Ingram, Beth Gough, Nadine Soulier, Roxanne Schaefer, Krisilee Murphy, Carmen Arvizu, Barbara Broeske, Mary Ellen Goodwill, Elgin Cultural Arts Commission, Deb Kollar.

Publish your events for free in The FEED http://www.marqueemedia.net/events