Let's Face It, It's The People That Really - Events.org

Let’s face it, it’s the people that really matter.
Rachel
Meryl
At Highland Park Bank & Trust our
employees know that you matter the most.
Highland Park
1949 St. Johns Avenue
Highland Park, IL 60035
847-432-9988
Drive-Thru/Walk-Up
1949 St. Johns Avenue
Ruth
Highland Park - Ravinia
643 Roger Williams Avenue
Highland Park, IL 60035
847-266-0300
www.highlandparkbank.com
Holly
Dennis
©2007 Highland Park Bank & Trust
Personal Bankers: Our personal
bankers are available to serve you from early morning until
early evening. They’re ready to help you when you walk
through our doors with any of your banking needs. You’ll
receive the friendly hometown service you deserve with a
smile. And, you won’t wait in lines at our bank. Come in
for a visit and let our personal bankers have the chance to
meet you.
The First and Only
Checking Account
You’ll Ever Need!
SPECIAL 90 DAY INTRO RATE
1
5.12% APY
• Interest bearing checking
where your rate increases
with your balance. Earn up to
3.10% APY1 !
• No minimum deposit to open,
no monthly service charges2 • Free online banking, telebanking
and online bill pay
• Your first 150 checks are
free
• Free imaged checks with
CheckManager Plus ®
• Access to over 500 STAR ® sf
surcharge FREE ATM locations
in the Chicagoland
area
• Free Visa ® credit card3 and no extra-fee STAR ® sf
ATM card or Visa ® debit
card4 Stop by today and see one of our personal bankers. They’re
ready to show you why SingleSolution Checking is the only
checking account you’ll ever need!
1. APY is Annual Percentage Yield. Tiered variable interest rates based on account balance.
$0-799 = 0.00% APY, $800-1,999 = 0.25% APY, $2,000-9,999 = 1.00% APY, $10,000-49,999 = 2.00%
APY, $50,000-99,999 = 2.75% APY, $100,000+ = 3.10% APY. New money only. See bank for details.
APY is accurate as of 3/6/07. Rates are variable and subject to change. 2. No service charges if a
minimum balance of $400 is maintained. If account balance falls below $400, a $10 monthly service
charge will apply. Fees may reduce earnings. 3. Pending application approval, requires usage. 4.
Fees may be imposed by other ATM owners.
MEMBER FDIC

HIGHLAND PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.ehighlandpark.com
508 Central Avenue, Suite 206
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
847-432-0284 fax 847-432-2802
60035@ehighlandpark.com
Virginia Anzelmo Glasner, Executive Director
Carol Caris, Office Manager
Alycia Margolis, Staff
OFFICERS
President Bill Baker,
Saks Fifth Avenue
1st Vice-President Sandy Saldano,
Therapeutic Kneads
Vice-President Kathryn Govas,
Metropolitan Café
Immediate Past Co-Presidents
Sandy McCraren, Highland Park Bank & Trust
Judy Rosenbloom, The Treasure Chest
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Scott Adams, National City Bank
Nicolas DeGrazia, Bitter Jester Creative, Inc.
Eve Del Monte, Prosumer Real Estate
Brian Lewis, Baizer & Kolar
Daniel Marder, Making Glass
George Markoutsas, The ABL Group
Carolyn Rikje, SEE Eyewear
Wes Wenk, Wenk Insurance Agency
Mark Williams, Williams All Seasons
Jennifer Wood, Ravinia Festival
EX-OFFICIO
Steve Mandel, City Council Liaison
Steve Meyer, Park District of H.P.
Ester Viti, Viti Financial
© 2007 six00threefive is published quarterly
to promote Highland Park’s diverse business
community.
This project underwritten in part by the
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
www.cityhpil.com
1707 St. Johns Ave.
Highland Park, IL 60035
847-432-0800
Mayor Michael D. Belsky
Councilman Michael Brenner
Councilman Steven Mandel
Councilwoman Terri Olian
Councilman Jim Kirsch
Councilman Larry Silberman
Councilman Scott Levenfeld
DESIGN AND EDITORIAL
Deborah Barry, Wordspecs, Executive Editor,
deborah@wordspecs.com
Richard Greb, Associate Editor, rgreb@aol.com
Abbe Sparks, Story Editor, asparks01@comcast.net
we meant to
i forgot
it was too much trouble
we’ll do it next year
it costs too much
wait till we lose weight
DON’T LET THIS
HAPPEN TO YOUR
FAMILY
HIGHLAND PARK, IL 847.831.3220
www.michaelmetzger.com & S T A F F I N C
PHOTOGRAPHY

On Our Cover
Alisandra Castrejon, HPHS ’07; see our
complete photo gallery and story
Portraits of Our Future:
Student Honor Dinner . . . . . . .28
Features
The Music of Late Nite . . . . . . . . .6
Philanthropy 101 . . . . . . . . . . .16
The Father of All Home Shows . . . . .18
Trivia Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Q&A: Charlotte Landsman,
Manager of Youth Services . . . . .32
Our Neighborhoods:
Highlands/Centennial Park . . . . .34
Celebrating Diversity 2007 . . . . . .38
Columns
Speaking Professionally . . . . . . . .10
Welcome, New Members . . . . . . .22
New to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Contractors’ Corner . . . . . . . . . .37
Chef’s Day Off . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
The Last Word . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
HPinfo
Reach Out Wisely . . . . . . . . . . .21
Housing Market has New Incentive . .43
Reach Our Columnists
“Professionally Speaking,” to announce
honors, awards, new staff, anniversaries for
professional, service and non-profit
organizations:
Wes Wenk . . . . .wes@wenkinsurance.com
“Contractors’ Corner,” news of our fine
building, designing, mechanical and
contracting professionals:
Jeff Nathan . . . . . . .jeff@biconsortium.com
“Chef’s Day Off,” about our restaurants,
fast-food, catering and food purveyors:
Jim Lederer . . . . . . . .jim@bluegrasshp.com
“New to You,” to introduce a retail or
wholesale business or product new or
unique in Highland Park:
Richard Greb . . . . . . . . . . .rgreb@aol.com
Write Now!
Get an assignment or submit your story idea:
. . . . . . . .frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com
Printed on Recycled Paper
Power Plate Training
Look what you can accomplish
• Reverse osteoporosis
• Rehabilitate injuries
• Reduce cellulite
• Improve strength and power
• Improve health for longevity
Power-Plate + Our Staff = Stronger You
Just 15 minutes three times a week equals three
60-minute sessions of conventional strength training.
Pleasant vibrations generated in three dimensions,
originally used by NASA astronauts and now by
professional athletes worldwide.
Gift Cards
available for
massage therapy,
Power-Plate
training and all
our products and
services.
Professional Massage Therapy Center
Just east of HP Bank & Trust
480 Elm Place, Suite 105B
Highland Park
IL State Lic. No. 227-001829
847-266-0131
WeKneadYou.com
Summer 2007 / 3

GO TO TOWN
IT’S A WONDERFUL TIME
TO GO SHOPPING IN HIGHLAND PARK.
EXCITING SUMMER SALES EVENTS
are now at stores in all the Highland
Park shopping districts.
NEW MERCHANDISE IS ARRIVING DAILY
at Highland Park’s many boutiques.
THE RESTAURANTS ARE PREVIEWING
their new menus. The movie theatres
are featuring Hollywood’s newest releases.
IT’S “SUMMER IN THE CITY”
in Highland Park. Make it a day, or
evening with “Late Nite HP.”
EVERYTHING IS ONLY MINUTES AWAY,
so gather up your friends, your family,
or make your own quiet escape and
GO TO TOWN!
For more information, GO TO ehighlandpark.com, or call the Chamber for your free Shopping Guide to Highland Park at 847-432-0284

Index of Advertisers
The ABL Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Becker Architects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
The Bootery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Courtyard by Marriott . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
The Custom Framer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
D&R Autoworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Extra Space Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Gordon Salons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Gottlieb Brothers Diamonds . . . . . . . . .25
Hadassah House Resale Shop . . . . . . . .25
Highland Park Bank & Trust . . . .inside front
Highland Park Chamber . . . . . . . . . . .19
Highland Park Community House . . . . . .21
Hoffman Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
JCYS/Max Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Keyth Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Kinsley Design Group . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Laurel Park/Metropolitan Dev. . .inside back
Making Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Michael Metzger Photography . . . . . . . .1
Molly Maid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
North Shore Retirement Hotel . . . . . . . .41
Paint JAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Park District of Highland Park . . . . . . . .23
Port Clinton Square . . . . . . . . .back cover
Priceless Introductions . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Prosumer Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Ravinia Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Ravinia Plumbing & Heating . . . . . . . . .13
Renaissance Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Smugglers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Star of the North Shore . . . . . . . . . . . .4
State Farm/Palminteri Ins. Agency . . . . .35
The Lock Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Therapeutic Kneads . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Unique Deck Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Wenk Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Williams Patio/Bernhardt Furniture . . . . .15
Advertising Information
six00threefive magazine is published quarterly
and mailed to all the homes and businesses in
Highland Park, Highwood and Town of Fort
Sheridan. To receive a complete Media Kit,
please call the Highland Park Chamber of
Commerce, 847-432-0284 or email
frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com.
Photography
Back Issues
Architectural HNK
Read six00threefive online: Visit the Chamber
website, www.ehighlandpark.com, and click on
Credits
the “News” link. Or call 847-432-0284. Photo

The Music of Late Nite
Abbe Sparks
Whether it’s jazz, folk, blues, or rock, having a place to hang weekend nights is music to local residents’ ears. But
Late Nite HP SM is more than that. It's about the talent right here in town and the joy of their performances before
appreciative audiences. From solo artists to cover bands, the musicians of the night will play to all ages. For adults
who want to dine or just stay out late and for teens who want to hang out with friends, Late Nite HP is a harmonious
answer to the question, ”Where do you want to go this weekend?” And its success is music to local business ears.
The burst of live music performances is due largely to an innovative
program sponsored by the City of Highland Park. Initially created to provide
an appealing, safe and home-by-curfew destination for teens, Late Nite HP
has accomplished that and more, bringing out young adults and late
nighters of all ages to our town.
“We wanted to create an environment where residents could socialize
and dine during later hours on weekend nights,” says Councilwoman Terri
Olian, “and we felt it would be nice to have an entertainment component
as the thread to tie it all together.”
The entertainment component comes in many forms—performance art,
story telling and stand-up, to name a few, as well as music. In its quest to
provide live music, Late Nite has become a booking agent of sorts, creating
opportunities for both amateurs and professionals to be showcased.
The musicians of Late Nite are as varied as their music. Their ages range
from teenage to senior; some are students, some are teachers, even
grandparents. Most play for the love of music; others need to see how their
performance skills or compositions play with the public, while some are
simply looking for exposure.
“I first learned of Late
Nite through an
article in one of the
local newspapers
about open mic
auditions that my
mom had found in the
newspaper for me,”
says 27-year-old
Highwood resident
Ross Cabin. “I was
interested in
performing my music
for the public and Ross Cabin
thought getting
involved with Late Nite might be a good opportunity for me. I emailed
the address in the article, and they emailed me back and started booking
me for shows,” he says.
6 / Summer 2007
PHOTOS: Left, Ross Cabin; Right, Yuriy Sardarov
By day, Ross is a professional music teacher who has played guitar for
more than 14 years. By night, he is an amateur musician who has played at
Love’s Yogurt in the Shops on Elm and at Border’s Book Store at 595
Central Avenue. Ross’ music is considered acoustic folk/rock. His shows
include a variety of cover songs and some of his own compositions.
According to Ross, “Being part of Late Nite is a very positive experience.
When I perform, I get to share my passion for music with anyone who
wants to listen. Also, it makes me feel like I am able to give to and be part
of our community.” Currently, Ross is working on recording his first CD,
which he hopes will be finished this summer.
Sixty-eight-year-old
Yuriy Sardarov is a
professional jazz
guitarist who came to
America from Russia in
1991 and has been
living in Chicago for
the last three years. “In
Russia, I played in an
orchestra and traveled
all over the world
including the United
States,” said Yuriy. “It
was my dream to
Yuriy Sardarov
move here.”
Now retired, Yuriy
keeps playing. “You know professional musicians; they have to play their
music.” One obstacle he faced in finding a venue was that he could not
speak much English. His grandson had heard about Late Nite from a
friend and emailed the city about his grandfather. Shortly thereafter,
Yuriy received a call from Paulo Gomez, managing partner of Tapis
Rouge, the bistro at 581 Roger Williams in Ravinia, about playing there
on Friday evenings. “The next thing I knew, I was performing there on
Friday night,” says Yuriy. Tapis Rouge patrons were so pleased with Yuriy
that he has become a regular performer for the restaurant, and Tapis
Rouge now offers music every Friday evening.

PHOTOS: Terri Olian, City Council
The 2006 Battle of the Bands winner, Drive—Zach Moore,
Adam Beck and Josh Cohen
Showcasing new groups
To encourage new talent, Late Nite spun off the Rumble/Battle of the Bands.
The early-summer battle, limited to local middle and high school student
groups, culminates in a $500 cash prize and the place on the bandstand
July 4 at Wolter’s Field. (The Rumble also includes a Saturday night comedy
contest; watch local papers, flyers and www.latenitehp.com for details.)
To win the battle, groups perform each Friday night at Port Clinton Square,
with a winner selected each week. All the winning bands then compete on
July 4th at Wolter’s Field before the festivities begin. The final winner plays in
front of the thousands of people who attend the fireworks display.
Drive, last year’s battle winner, has appeared several times throughout
the year at Stash’s at 610 Central Avenue, another Late Nite venue. HPHS
sophomores Josh Cohen and Adam Beck and Edgewood eighth-grader Zack
Moore are the members of Drive. They met at guitar club at Edgewood
Middle School three years ago and have played together ever since.
“When we entered the Battle of the Bands, we never thought it would
be so huge,” says Josh. “Playing in Port Clinton Square during the
competition, in front of family, friends and lots of others was an amazing
experience. During the final battle, we performed using big speakers and
mixers; it felt pretty professional.”
Winning was even more exciting. “It was definitely the largest crowd
we ever played for; the place was completely packed. It was the ‘full
experience,’ big stage and all! We weren’t expecting that.”
Josh, the lead singer of Drive, plays lead guitar and composes a lot of their
music. Adam plays the drums, and Zach’s on bass guitar. The three
collaborate on putting the words to music to get the sound they desire. While
most of their music is original, they do play some cover songs. “We like to put
our own spin on those songs, so they represent our style,” adds Josh.
Since winning the Battle of the Bands, Drive has been pretty busy. “We
used the $500 prize money from Battle as a bridge to grow, and we
recorded a six-song CD,” says Josh. The boys charge $7 for their CD, and
sell it mostly at their shows. They also use it for demos and have sent it to
potential venues. They plan to use most of the proceeds for cutting a
second CD, which they hope to begin this summer.
Notoriety and all the positive exposure haven’t kept the three from
remembering those less fortunate than they. During the month of HPHS’s
recent Charity Drive, the band donated one-month’s proceeds to the cause.
Recently, Drive won HPHS’s own Battle of the Bands contest. They
continue to perform at Stash’s when their schedules allow and would
welcome additional jobs.
Anyone interested in entering this year’s Battle should visit the Late Nite
website. In addition to the buzz around town, the Highland Park News
will cover the event and there will be flyers posted at high schools and area
businesses.
Good for the bottom line
Late Nite performers have been a good draw for participating venues. The
publicity and advertising efforts about upcoming performances and locations
help drive traffic. Hours vary depending on the venue, but in general the
entertainment begins at 9 p.m. (See list of current venues on page 8.)
“Our customers love it when they walk in and there’s music in our
store!” says Manuela Keenan, manager, Borders Books & Music at 595
Central Avenue. Manuela observes that over the course of an entire year,
Late Nite entertainment has changed shopping patterns for the better. “It
has certainly increased our traffic, especially over the winter months or on
HPHS students hang at Borders Books & Music during a Late
Nite HP performance there.
bad weather days when normally shoppers wouldn’t venture out,” she says.
“Naturally, during the summertime, we see the most traffic. Having live
music in our store is a definite draw. More people are out, we have the
doors open with the music playing, and they come in.”
The entertainment offerings around town are also making a difference in
people’s decision making for evening outings. “We receive many phone
(continued on next page)
Summer 2007 / 7

(continued from previous page)
calls inquiring if and when we are having entertainment and found that
people are actually making their plans around our schedule,” adds Manuela.
“On certain nights when we have live music, we do see an increase in
traffic at our store,” echoes Bobby Dubin of Stash’s. “What I really like about
Late Nite is that it gives the kids a destination to enjoy their evening other than
being out in their cars.”
While the variety of live music options in Highland Park has increased,
evening entertainment is not an entirely new note. Norton’s on First Street
has had free live music for many years. “Norton’s always rocks, and now,
with Late Nite, we rock even more,” chime co-owners Jeff Mages and
Richie Holleb. There’s also the long-standing tradition of Thursday nights in
Port Clinton Square, where the City sponsors free summer open-air
concerts. Past performers include the HP Pops, CD City owner Steve
Kessler and the Saturday June Band, and Dr. Mark and the Sutures.
Play along
Anyone is welcome to perform during Late Nite. “We are always looking
for performers,” says Terri Olian, “matching the musicians with the venues
in town.” When you are ready for an evening out, check in with
www.latenitehp.com, where you can see who’s performing and subscribe to
regular email notices. If you would like to perform or know someone who
should be on stage, call Terri at 847-432-5662 or email her at
t@hpolian.com.
Late Nite has grown far beyond its original teen-hang concept. “As
parents, we appreciate that there are places for teens to go. Selfishly, we
love the fact that there is no reason to leave Highland Park for
something to eat, something to drink or for entertainment,” say Sue and
Alan Resnick, Highland Park residents. But, as the saying goes, there’s
more. The longer business hours at the restaurants and stores that
participate in Late Nite create an energetic urban environment here in
Highland Park. “My favorite Late Nite venues are anywhere there is
music. But, even if there isn’t going to be music playing, my husband
and I love being able to find a place to eat after a movie,” comments Kris
Hoerter of Highland Park.
According to John Fell, who maintains the Late Nite web site, “With
the collection of retail, restaurants and events, Highland Park has as much
to offer as any North Shore suburb and is an alternative to Northbrook
Court or Old Orchard. This project really developed Highland Park’s
identity for casual, low-key entertainment!” So have a bite, sip coffee,
engage in lively conversation after a movie or a play, or just when you
don’t feel like sitting at home or driving into Chicago…while you enjoy
the music of Late Nite HP.
Abbe Sparks is a media relations and cause-related marketing
consultant who resides in Highland Park. She serves as story
editor for six00threefive magazine. Contact her at
asparks01@comcast.net or at 847-266-1433.
8 / Summer 2007
The Venues
Where to find
the Music of
Late Nite
To enjoy music, readings,
stand-up comedy and more
most Fridays and Saturdays,
contact these businesses or check the Late Nite HP web
site for the schedule. And tell them you read about them
in six00threefive magazine. All area codes are 847.
www.latenitehp.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24/7
Borders Books & Music
595 Central Ave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433-9130
Café Central
455 Central Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266-7878
Cosí
1825 Second St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 681-1338
Dairy Queen
600 Central Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 926-0544
Fired Works
1813 St. Johns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266-1255
La Casa del Gordo
2014 First St.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266-1411
Las Palmas Restaurant
474 Central Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-7770
Love’s Yogurt
585 Elm Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 926-8444
Metropolitan Café
1791 St. Johns Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-5800
Norton’s
1905 Sheridan Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-3287
New York Slices
1843 Second St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-6969
Phoenicia
1910 First St.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266-9990
Rosebud
1850 Second St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 926-4800
Stash’s/Guido’s Pasteria
610 Central Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-6550
Tapis Rouge
581 Roger Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 681-1401
Trendy Haircuts
468 Central Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-4598
Walker Brothers
620 Central Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432-0660

Your home should have a look all its own...yours
At Kinsley Design Group, we believe that your home should reflect your personality and lifestyle. We work
closely with you to achieve the look you want whether it’s traditional or contemporary, involves an entire room
or just a single piece of furniture. FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION WE PROVIDE: complete design services,
project management & installation, extensive custom and stock cabinetry, furniture and home accents,
appliances, plumbing, lighting, countertops, flooring, backsplash materials, and one-of-a-kind treasures.
Contact Kinsley Design Group today to turn your vision into reality.
T 847-681-1433
F 847-681-1441
W www.kinsleydesigngroup.com
3330 Skokie Valley Road, Suite 102 Highland Park, IL 60035

Robert Dillon and Tom Blank (below, left to right), owners of
Molly Maid of Southeast Lake and Northwest Cook Counties,
were presented in March with the franchise’s “Trailblazer
Award” in recognition of their outstanding leadership in
mentoring new businesses to grow in markets across the
country, by focusing on consistent delivery of superior quality
and customer service. The award was presented at the Molly
Maid national convention in Orlando, Florida, at the Walt Disney
World Contemporary Resort.
Molly Maid President Kristi Mailloux added that “Molly Maid
owners had an outstanding year in 2006!” The company, which
is based in Ann Arbor, MI, is a member of “Service Brands
International,” a group of service companies that provide a
variety of time-saving services ideally suited for today’s active
consumer. The residential cleaning franchise, ranked number
10 / Summer 2007
one in the U.S., was founded in 1979. Currently more than 540
franchises are operating in the U.S., Canada, Japan, England,
Portugal and Bermuda. They have been the recipient of
numerous awards for entrepreneurism, software innovation and
humanitarian causes. The “Ms. Molly Foundation,” for example,
provides assistance to domestic violence safe houses and
shelters across the nation, including financial and personal care
item donations. You can contact them at 1-800-Molly Maid, or at
www.mollymaid.com.
Our entire Highland Park Chamber of Commerce Communications
Committee would like to thank Mayor Belsky, Councilwoman Terri
Olian and the entire City Council for the warm welcome and
wonderful opportunity to showcase six00threefive magazine at
their regular meeting February 12, 2007. With lots of items packed
into a full agenda, the Mayor and Council still found time to hear
Deborah Barry of Wordspecs (executive editor of this publication)
talk about our amazing growth. Thanks, too, to Peter Eisendrath of
Signs Now for the much-larger-than-life blowup of our Spring
cover. Big is what we’re talking about: What was an eight-page
bulletin just three years ago is today a full-color, full-length
magazine packed with local stories by local writers.
(continued on page 12)
PHOTO: City of Highland Park

A WORLD OF
PREMIERES IN
YOUR OWN
BACKYARD
MARK MORRIS’S MOZART DANCES—
CHICAGO PREMIERE: THE NEW YORK TIMES
CALLS IT “A MASTERPIECE.” MARK MORRIS DANCE
GROUP WITH CHICAGO’S MUSIC OF THE
BAROQUE. (AUG. 24-26 AT THE HARRIS THEATER
IN MILLENNIUM PARK)
SPLASH DANCE—WORLD PREMIERE: CHICAGO
DANCE COMPANIES SET “WATER MUSIC” TO MOVE-
MENT. (SEPT. 5)
TO HELL AND BACK—CHICAGO PREMIERE:
BROADWAY LEGEND PATTI LUPONE STARS IN THIS
UPDATE OF PERSEPHONE, RESET IN AN
APPALACHIAN TOWN. SOPRANO ISABEL
BAYRAKDARIAN ALSO STARS WITH NICHOLAS
MCGEGAN CONDUCTING THE PHILHARMONIA
BAROQUE ORCHESTRA IN TWO PERFORMANCES AT
THE MARTIN THEATRE (JUNE 5, 6).
PHILIP GLASS/LEONARD COHEN’S
BOOK OF LONGING—CHICAGO PREMIERE:
IN CELEBRATION OF THE COMPOSER’S 70TH BIRTH-
DAY, GLASS SET COHEN’S WORDS TO MUSIC.
(JUNE 12, 13)
JAZZ WITH THE JOFFREY—WORLD PREMIERE:
BROADWAY CHOREOGRAPHER DONALD BYRD
(THE COLOR PURPLE) JOINS RAMSEY LEWIS, ARTIS-
TIC DIRECTOR OF JAZZ AT RAVINIA, FOR THIS LIVELY
TEAMING OF TWO ART FORMS. (JUNE 22).
KAIJA SAARIAHO’S TERRA MEMORIA—
CHICAGO PREMIERE: THE GRAMMY AWARD-WIN-
NING EMERSON STRING QUARTET PERFORMS
SAARIAHO’S NEW WORK (JUNE 26).
ZEMLINSKY ZEITGEIST—CHICAGO PREMIERE:
JAMES CONLON LEADS THE CHICAGO SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA IN MAJOR WORKS BY ALEXANDER
ZEMLINSKY, THE SUBJECT OF THIS SEASON’S
BREAKING THE SILENCE SERIES: THE LYRIC
SYMPHONY (JULY 7), THE OPERA AFLORENTINE
TRAGEDY (JULY 11) AND THE TONE POEM THE
MERMAID (AUGUST 12).
THE MOST HAPPY FELLA—PREMIERE CONCERT
PRODUCTION: A NEW CONCERT STAGING OF
FRANK LOESSER’S MASTERPIECE FOR ONE NIGHT
ONLY (JULY 20) WITH GEORGE HEARN, SYLVIA
MCNAIR AND ROD GILFREY WITH ERICH KUNZEL
CONDUCTING THE RAVINIA FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA.
MARC-ANDRÉ DALBAVIE’S MUSIC FOR PIANO
AND STRINGS—AMERICAN PREMIERE:
CHRISTOPH ESCHENBACH LEADS PIANIST TZIMON
BARTO AND THE CSO IN THE NEW WORK BY THE
FRENCH COMPOSER, WHO IS CELEBRATED FOR HIS
MULTICOLORED, MODERN APPROACH TO SYMPHON-
IC MUSIC (JULY 27).
JAKE HEGGIE’S FACING FORWARD/LOOKING
BACK—WORLD PREMIERE: RAVINIA COMMIS-
SIONED DEAD MAN WALKING COMPOSER JAKE
HEGGIE TO WRITE A NEW WORK FOR PARTICIPANTS
IN THE STEANS INSTITUTE FOR YOUNG ARTISTS
(FREE PREVIEW CONCERT, AUG. 8).
TICKETS ON SALE APRIL 19 ONLY AT
www.ravinia.org
And the biggest premiere of all...
Ravinia’s new Dining Pavilion
• Elegant small-plate dining in Ravinia’s first second-story restaurant
overlooking the famous lawn
• A variety of dining experiences from gourmet Chef’s Table to grab-andgo
picnic items
• Private dining banquet areas available
• Ravinia’s first walk-in gift shop
• Designed by Lohan Anderson, LLC and operated by Levy Restaurants
Season Sponsor:
Program Sponsors:
Media Support:
Sponsors: Alsdorf Foundation; Elizabeth F. Cheney Foundation; Joyce and Avrum Gray and
Family; The Irving Harris Foundation; Lois and Harrison Steans; Ravinia Festival Women’s Board
Lead Sponsor:

(continued from page 10)
With the collaboration of talented Highland Park professionals
and circulation that includes all businesses and homes in Highland
Park, Highwood, and Fort Sheridan, the sky is the limit for this
publication. Thanks, Mayor and Council, for bringing our efforts to
the attention of so many more people! Look for your latest issue in
your mailbox in August, November, February and May. You can also
read six00threefive at area banks, restaurants and coffee shops,
or access entire recent issues at www.ehighlandpark.com; just
click on the “News” link.
Brenda Weitzberg of the Jewish Council for Youth
Services, (JCYS) points out that “many of our community’s
children may remember learning how to swim at the Elms Swim
Club at Half Day Road between Route 41 and Summit Ave. in HP.
Six years ago, after several years of renting the pool for its camp
swim programs, JCYS (which runs the Lutz Center at 800 Clavey
Road, 847-433-6003) took over the site when The Elms ceased
operations. Renamed in honor of Max Davidson (who overcame
polio as a child and went on to become a state tennis
champion), the center continues to provide daily swim lessons to
campers from JCYS Sunflower and North Shore Day Camps,
while also providing a home for “NSDC Sports,” a dynamic
three-year-old sports camp.
In addition to these camp programs, “The Max” with its new
sport courts, renovated tennis courts and large and small pools,
offers our community’s families a relaxing, child-friendly place to
“hang out” with family and friends. In addition to swim and tennis
lessons, this summer they will be offering “after-camp fun,” Mah
Jongg, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, “Grandparent and Me”
days, babysitting nights, a July 4th Bar-B-Q and Movie Nights. The
12 / Summer 2007
PHOTO: JCYS
Max’s Site Manager Terry Grossberg brings 21 years experience
working with children as a music educator in the Deerfield
schools. Registration for these programs has begun so please
contact Terry at 847-433-6001, or email him at tgrossberg@jcys.org.
Who says there’s no romance in the suburbs? Single people
looking for a committed relationship have a cozy, local
alternative to nationwide database services, thanks to Debra
Weinberg. Priceless Introductions brings the art of oldfashioned
matchmaking to the North Shore.
This service is personal and discreet. Debra meets with
potential clients for one or two hours to get to know them and to
see if there is a “natural fit” with another client. She matches
people who have similar backgrounds and values, along with
shared relationship goals, without their having to expose
personal details on the Internet. Privacy is protected, and
surprises—bad news in the world of dating—are eliminated.
“When I meet each client, I am basically going out for the first
date on your behalf!” explains Debra. “If I would not be happy
about a second date with this person, you won’t have a first date!”
she adds. “Understanding community standards and social
conventions in Chicago and on the North Shore means introducing
people who belong together. This is not a dating service, it’s for
finding an exclusive relationship.”
Saving her clients from having to perform their own timeconsuming
searches and multiple e-mail exchanges, Debra finds
sophisticated people, makes matches and even handles the
dinner reservations. “All you have to do is show up, look your
best and have fun. Trust me! This is the classy way to get
together!” Debra can be reached by phone at 312-265-5000, or
visit www.pricelessintroductions.com.
Highland Park Bank & Trust is now part of Wintrust Financial
Corporation, which will give it the depth and support of a $10 billion
financial services holding company. Of course, they continue to be a
full-service community bank that can help with depository banking
needs and home loans. Highland Park Bank & Trust is part of one of
the fastest growing de novo bank groups in the United States in
terms of assets, revenues and net income. President Sandy
McCraren reports that seven-year bank veteran Kim Greenfield has
been named residential mortgage originator, and can be reached at
847-810-5035. Kim can help you secure financing on your primary
single family residence, a second home or on investment properties
ranging from condos to town homes, including out-of-state
properties. Email Kim at kgreenfield@highlandparkbank.com.
(continued on page 14)

Don
version 2.0
Voted “Best Plumber
on the North Shore”
Print out coupons
at our new web site!
Joe
version 3.5
Dave
version 3.0
Painting Interior/Exterior
Restoration
Older home care
Plaster and drywall
Wall coverings
Decorative finishes, murals
Bath Remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling
Construction…all phases
847 926 9476
www.paintjar.com
Summer 2007 / 13

(continued from page 12)
North Shore sports legend, popular coach and mentor to so
many students and athletes, Chuck Schramm was honored by
the Park District of Highland Park at Players Grill on Sunday,
April 29. Now we’re pleased to report that Coach Schramm is
14 / Summer 2007
PHOTO: Park District of Highland Park
beginning a new project. Coach is opening Schramm’s Gym
at 1582 Old Deerfield Road in HP, (across from the Jewel parking
lot). This will be a “Basketball Heaven” for tall, small and inbetween
boys and girls who may have missed out on developing
“fadeaway jumpers” and other genuinely fun and exciting
techniques that can make the game so much more enjoyable.
Let Coach Schramm motivate you into loving the game the way
he always has, in a structured, but non-mechanical way!
Schramm’s Gym is inside the Warehouse Gym and
Boxing Club. The former Boston Celtic and long-time varsity
HPHS Coach will run both group and individual sessions. A
10-week basketball camp starts June 11, running from
9-11:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with special
introductory rates. Dribblers of all sizes can contact the Coach
himself at 847-951-0315, to work with a man who has taught
basketball to everyone from 2- and 3-year-olds to the infamous
“Swede” Holbrook. Coach once guarded Wilt “The Stilt”
Chamberlain in an NBA game and held Wilt to just 5 points!
(For more about Chuck Schramm, please check the Spring
2006 cover story of six00threefive magazine).
Wes Wenk is your go-to guy with professional news,
expansions, awards, community service, special events. Email
wes@wenkinsurance.com or fax 847-433-1345.

we’ve
moved
The Custom Framer has relocated
to downtown Highland Park...
...and introduces NOTICE, a destination for
hip and environmentally friendly accessories
The Custom Framer/ Notice
2057 Green Bay Road
Highland Park
847-432-4630
thecustomframer.com
notice-this.com
Come see us in
our new location!
Save 15% off your
���������������
accessory purchase
Best patio store in the USA
Knowledgeable staff…years of sales and service experience
Design assistance…order from leading design, quality manufacturers
Competitive pricing…our truckload volume assures you best value
Full service…deliveries blanked-wrapped and set up on your patio
www.williamspatiofurniture.com
You’ll love our service
the way you love your car
• Complimentary vehicle pick up and delivery
• Complimentary loaner vehicles
• Courtesy rides
• Late night drop off and pick up
• Express oil changes, tires and alignments
• A.S.E. Certified Technicians
Mon.-Thurs. 7am-8pm Fri. 7am-5:30pm Sat. 8am-2pm
www.drautoworks.com
847•433•4343
2366 Skokie Valley Road, Highland Park
Between Park Ave. and Route 22 on the west side of 41
We offer… Decorating advice
Outstanding service
New collections arriving all the time
Total home resource…
Traditional or modern, bedroom, dining,
living and family room
www.bernhardthomefurniture.com
847-831-4300
Highland Park off Edens (Hwy. 41) Exit W. Deerfield Rd.,1672 Old Skokie Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30, Thurs ’til 8, Sun 12-5
Summer 2007 / 15

Charity certainly does begin at home, but Highland Park High School students learn by doing as well as by example.
The annual HPHS Charity Drive engages students, faculty and local businesses in an effort that extends beyond the campus.
We asked one of the Charity Drive Committee Heads to give us an inside look at this year’s record-breaking effort.
Philanthropy 101
Alix Olian, Highland Park High School, Class of 2007
Ask the students at HPHS what their favorite time of the year is, and you’ll emphasis throughout the month is not on how much money we raise, but
get a resounding “Charity Drive.” The annual February Charity Drive instead on everyone’s involvement.”
benefits a different charity each year. This year, the student body raised over Charity Drive is alive in the school all month. Charity Drive Committee
$175,000 to benefit Hope for Huntington’s. The generosity of an
head Lauren Zaluda says, “People have a preconceived notion that the
anonymous donor in New York affiliated with the charity provided a dollar- entire month is the same small group of kids at every activity. In reality,
for-dollar match, with the result that $350,000 will now go towards
every person at the school finds an individually appealing way to support
research for Huntington’s disease.
Charity Drive.” During one lunch period alone, there was an arm-
The process to determine the charity is not an easy one. Any charity can wrestling competition in the cafeteria, chess games going on in one
apply, but the criteria are that they are a 501(c)3, work on behalf of kids, hallway, a ping-pong tournament in our student lounge and donuts being
have a local connection and are small enough that the HPHS donation will sold in another hallway. “There are so many creative ways to get involved
have an impact. Thanks to people telling others about Charity Drive and in Charity Drive,” says junior Meredith Dawson. Along with junior Jamie
the HPHS website, we had a record 27 charities apply this year. The
Klein, Meredith raised over $1,000 simply by baking every day and selling
executive board of Student Senate; our three faculty sponsors, Mary
cupcakes and brownies at school. Student Senate President Chad Schwartz
Gorleski, John Gorleski, and Debbie Dicker; co-Committee Heads senior agrees, “There truly is something for everyone. Whether it’s playing guitar
Lauren Zaluda, junior Ali Pollack and I narrowed down the charities to in the hall or dancing at ‘So You Think You Can Dance,’ any involvement
three: Hope for Huntington’s, Hope for All (helping families with autism) is great.”
and Friends for Health (researching to cure juvenile diabetes). Then, the The push to raise money continues after school lets out. Some
entire school voted and Hope for Huntington’s was chosen. From there, examples are “HP Idol,” where junior Aaron Apple was proclaimed
planning for the month of February began.
HPHS’s most talented; Bowling Night at
Scheduling an entire month of
fundraisers is a challenge. Luckily for those
in charge, the entire school really wants to
2007 Off-Campus Events
Michael’s Dance . . . . .Michael’s Restaurant
Family Dinner . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 North
Brunswick Lanes, where over 50
students aimed for strikes; the track
team’s 24-hour run, which ended up
make Charity Drive a success. Senate
Stash’s Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stash’s
raising over $17,000; and, always a
oversees the project, with different
Love’s Night . . . . . . . . . . .Love’s Yogurt
student favorite, the Faculty Food Fest.
committees running specific events. Brian
Bowling Night . . . . . . . .Brunswick Lanes
For the Food Fest, the faculty members
Gutman, for example, is one of the Social
The Grill Night . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Grill
all make desserts. At the event, teachers
Committee Heads. “It was one of my
Late Nite HP Karaoke Contest . .Love’s Yogurt
wait tables, serving heaping plates of
committee’s jobs to put together the Neiman Marcus
pasta and refilling water glasses. Students
Michael’s Dance,” he says. This year, a Fashion Show . . . . . . . . .Neiman Marcus pay to get food, and any tips are, of
record 400 students attended the dance,
held at Michael’s Restaurant, drawn in part 2007 Shop-and-Share Days:
course, donated to Charity Drive.
Another popular and long-standing
by the ever-popular student date auction.
The Perfect Blend Jewel
tradition is donut sales, garnering
One of our biggest events every year is
Sunset Foods La Casa del Gordo
thousands of dollars every year. But this
the Silent Auction and Bazaar. More than
Once Upon a Bagel La Petite Day Spa
year, our usual “Donut Man” was on a
400 local businesses donated goods and
Bloomingdale’s New York Slices
medical leave. Where would we get our
services to the Auction, while local artists 2007 Business Partners:
daily Dunkin’ Donut fix? Math teacher
contributed to the Bazaar. “One of the
Dairy Queen organized Blizzard Days. Viccino’s,
Tim Sirois stepped up. “I thought that it
greatest parts about Charity Drive is that it one of our strongest supporters year after year, was important to make a statement that
involves the entire Highland Park
provided innumerable pizzas. In addition, Charity when high quality individuals ask for
community, not just students,” says Student Drive was helped by more than 400 businesses. assistance with a great cause, there are
Senate sponsor Mary Gorleski. “The
many adults who are willing to come
16 / Summer 2007

Senate
Student School High Park Highland President, Schwartz, Chad
Student Senate Executive Board and Charity Drive Committee Heads: (left to right) Jordyn Lazar, Max Brock,
Michael Worsek, Chad Schwartz, Eric Scott, Alix Olian, Ali Pollack, Lauren Zaluda PHOTOS:
forward and help them out,” he said. Charity Drive Committee Head Ali
Pollack says that “all the teachers and students recognize the importance of
helping a great cause. The story of the donuts is a great example of how
everyone works together.”
So what exactly compels high school students to volunteer their time and
spend their allowances and their earnings from part-time jobs? Charity
Drive is “probably the best example of our school uniting for a worthy
cause. It is an asset because it is an authentic experience in collaboration,
commitment and citizenship,” says co-Principal John Scornavacco. As we all
learn every February, HPHS is a great place to go to school not only because
we are constantly challenged inside the classroom, but because our teachers
really care about who we are in the local community. The $175,000 we
collected for Hope for Huntington’s is tremendous, but the knowledge that
all students now have about Huntington’s disease, and the importance of
volunteering and charitable giving in general, is truly immeasurable.
Any charity that wishes to apply in the future should go to
www.dist113.org/hphs in September to download the form, or write to 1040
Park Ave West, Highland Park, Illinois 60035. Businesses that want to get
involved can contact Mary Gorleski at HPHS, 224-765-1000, as can members
of the community who would like to volunteer. Another wonderful way to
support Charity Drive is by attending our shop-and-shares and events in
February and simply spreading the word around. On behalf of HPHS and Hope
for Huntington’s, thank you to Highland Park for supporting Charity Drive.
To learn more about Huntington’s Disease, please visit
www.hdsa.org. And if you have a great service project story to
tell, email frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com.
Mark Smrtnik and Chad Schwartz at the Closing Assembly.
Mark's family founded Hope for Huntington's.
Summer 2007 / 17

The Father of All Home Shows
George Markoutsas, The ABL Group, and Susan Hirano, Coldwell Banker, Highland Park
At last! You’re going to do your kitchen, your deck, your basement, that addition. Wouldn’t it be fun to
include the whole family in the planning? After all, the whole family is going to live with the results! Make
a day of it right here close to home, and enjoy a different kind of Father’s Day weekend. Come to the North
Shore Taste & Lifestyle event, a vivid example of what makes our North Shore, well, tasteful! Get to know
hundreds of local professionals who genuinely understand how North Shore people add style to their lives.
You are cordially invited to a dream of a trade show: free admission, displays
that reflect myriad components of living well and a location that’s as close as
next door. A joint project of the Highland Park and Lake Forest/Lake Bluff
Chambers of Commerce, this casual, popular show—Saturday and Sunday,
June 16 and 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—will be staged at the Deerpath School
Campus, 155 W. Deerpath, in Lake Forest. The show has all the amenities
that make this a fun way to do some serious brainstorming about your home
(indoors and out), wellness, even financial management.
Food for thought
“What makes this show unique is that it is a private exhibit,” says Ginny
Glasner, executive director of the Highland Park Chamber of
Commerce, “designed to create a lifestyle experience for the
consumer—specifically the North Shore consumer. Instead of being driven
by the need to pack a convention center, this show has integrity. Every
exhibitor is focused on the North Shore, in a setting that is designed for the
comfort and convenience of the visitors. It’s a lovely opportunity to meet
and talk with specialists who understand the suburban way of life.” Because
the Taste & Lifestyle show is so close, getting there isn’t any kind of issue.
There’s plenty of free parking on site, or you are welcome to park at Metra’s
Market Square station (Lake Forest) and board the free shuttle.
The show will include both indoor and outdoor displays, showcasing
more than 100 businesses featuring state-of-the-art items and services for the
home, unique gifts and experts who will advise you on home improvement,
safety, health and recreation. The site is wheelchair accessible, as well.
Browse, or get down to business
Certainly you are welcome to booth hop as much as you like, but exhibitors
will be selling their products, taking orders or offering mini-products on site.
In most booths, you’ll have the best salesperson of all—the owner. “What
better way to learn about a product or service than to pick up information
informally and chat with specialists,” says Joanna Rolek, executive director
of the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce and
originator of the show. She recalls launching the event almost two decades
ago because there wasn’t anything like it on the North Shore. Decorative
accessories, products and services for the home, landscaping and gardening,
health and fitness-related businesses, leisure ware (and probably some
leisure wear), computer consultants and so much more. Take a break from
those “shelter shows” on TV, and get your expert advice live and in person.
Sandy Saldano, owner of Therapeutic Kneads (480 Elm Place,
Highland Park, 847-266-0131), a professional massage therapy center,
participates in this show and will offer dollar-a-minute massages and sample
healthful products like essential oils and nutritionals. “A gentleman from
Lake Forest, who was accompanied by his wife, was walking through the
show with a cane. He came to our booth and asked for a massage, saying he
was in pain from going around to the booths. But after his massage, he was
able to continue on. Later in the day he came back, handed us his cane and
said ‘You can keep this…you fixed me. I never expected to find you here at
a home and leisure show, but I am so glad I came.’”
The designers from The ABL Group (1550 Berkeley Road,
Highland Park, 847-579-1600) will do free color consultations for those
who want to be bolder with tones in their home or office, but just don’t
know how. “Our exhibit space will include portfolios of interior design and
remodeling projects we’ve done,” says George Markoutsas, who is also the energetic
chairman of the home show’s organizing committee. “Color is the single most
impactful and least expensive thing you can do to change the look and feel of your
environment. We’re happy to tell you how. Just bring along some snapshots and, if
you can, your fabric swatches. Let’s talk!”

Ravinia Plumbing and Heating (595 Roger Williams, Highland Park,
847-432-5561) is another frequent exhibitor. “We are a family company, so we really
enjoy meeting the families who come out to this show,” says Dave Ariano, co-owner
with his father Don. “We specialize in bathroom remodels. Having been in business since
1928, we know the inner workings of older and historic homes. We always give the
public contractor pricing, plus we have just about any plumbing replacement part you
could need. Not only can we remodel to achieve that retro or vintage look, we can
actually get most old fixtures working like new again.”
Thoughts for food
An exciting addition to this award-winning event will be the “Taste of the
Towns,” where restaurants from the sponsoring communities will host booths
847-432-0284
ehighlandpark.com
and sell their specials. You can enjoy the food right there under the big tent
on the school’s front lawn, or take your purchases home to enjoy later.
Life’s short, so go ahead, do dessert first. The Cooling Station,
Your Ice Cream Station (315 Waukegan Avenue, Highwood,
847-266-5164), will be the hot spot for cool treats, including the launch of
their new band-name ice cream creation. While you are at the show, set a
date for your own party at The Cooling Station and receive a discount. Also
for the kids, “Build a Bear,” with its own rainbow star and birth certificate.
And of course, Father’s Day weekend wouldn’t be complete without some
outdoor chillin’ around the BBQ grill. You will flip over some traditional as
well as very original entrées from the experts of Metropolitan Café (1791 St.
Johns, Highland Park, 847-432-5800) and its Lake Forest sister restaurant,
the Grill on Laurel.
Come on by…and win!
Feeling lucky? You just might take home more than great ideas; four
$500 Shopping Sprees will be awarded, two to be spent in Lake
Forest and Lake Bluff, two in Highland Park, courtesy of the respective
Chambers. Now, that would make Father’s Day just about perfect!
There just may be a few exhibit spaces left for the Lifestyle
show. All exhibitors are members of one of the sponsoring
chambers of commerce. Please call 847-432-0284 to inquire.
Oldest and largest sale of its kind
Bargains galore
Designer brands
Ample parking
FREE ADMISSION
THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
July 26 July 27 July 28
Some booths open Sunday
Summer 2007 / 19

Win $100 in Highland Park Gift Checks…Highland Park junior or senior high students are eligible! Find the answers in our Trivia Contest
by June 30, when one winner will be drawn from those with the most correct answers. Send entries, including contestant’s name, phone
number and school/year to: HPCoC | 508 Central, Suite 206, HP, 60035 | email frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com | fax 847-432-2802
“Who Knew?”
Compiled by Loren Greiff, NorthShoreInsider.com
Let’s turn our kids loose on some Highland Park history! They can find
the answers by talking with their parents and grandparents or by
putting us adults to shame with their internet research skills.
? Before Michael’s Red Hots was Michael’s, what was it called?
? Born in 1976, this graduate of Highland Park High School played on
the Kansas City Royals From 2001-2003. Who is he?
? In the movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Cameron’s house is located
on which real-life street in Highland Park?
? One unique item at Bergie’s Dugout is a cancelled check from Babe
Ruth’s personal bank account for $100. Who cashed the check, and
what is this souvenir worth today?
? How many bagels does Once Upon A Bagel produce daily, including
those for Sunset Foods? And, which flavor is the best seller?
Is a thousand dollars enough to start
up a 401(k)? Can I do that for just one
or two key employees?
I'm covered for fire and theft. What
about flooding? Computer failures?
Workmen’s compensation?
20 / Summer 2007
My employees deserve health and
dental. Can I take care of them and
still stay in business?
Is there protection against charges of
harrassment or age discrimination?
Simple human error?
? Name the three Walker Bros. brothers and the town where they
opened their first business.
? He was born in Highland Park and died in Skokie…but spent his
career playing an architect (who neglected to build enough
bathrooms).
? What is the secret ingredient in New York Slices’ “Off-the-Boat
Grandma” pizza?
? What is the name of the Native American tribe that originally
owned the land in Highland Park? [Hint: See our last issue!]
? According to the experts at Heller Nature Center, which has the
highest protein content (per three-ounce portion): chicken, red
meat, fish or grasshopper?
Loren Greiff can be reached in person at 847-962-0283.
She knows the jealously guarded secrets of the North
Shore. Answers to this quiz will be posted July 1 at her
web site, NorthShoreInsider.com, and will be also be
available at the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
office, 847-432-0284.
Why worry?
Depend on Wenk Insurance.
Independent solutions for home and business.
Since 1932
WENK INSURANCE AGENCIES
Life | Auto | Home | Aircraft
Employee Benefits | IRA | 401(k)
Property | Casualty | Liability
847-433-8370
Free 24/7 quotes: WenkInsurance.com
600 Central Avenue, Highland Park

Chamber professionals offer expertise you can use today
Reach Out
Reach Out Wisely
Richard Reagen, Eye Can See Clearly, Inc.
You come upon a blind pedestrian at a busy intersection. You meet
someone who is in a wheelchair. You encounter a deaf man who is trying to
convey through sign language and pantomime what he wants to buy. You
think these folks need help, but you’re not sure what’s proper and
acceptable, right? Well, here are some simple tips that might help.
1. Remember, people with disabilities are people first. The disability is only
a small part of who that person is.
2. Everyone needs help now and then.
3. Ask if you can be of help. A simple “Do you need some help?” or “Can
I help you find something?” will be appreciated, rather than taking an
arm and starting to lead. Many blind people prefer to put a hand on the
arm or shoulder of someone. Don’t walk up behind someone in a
wheelchair and just start pushing. Please don’t just “do” for the person
without asking first. People (whether disabled or not) often have
systems and practiced procedures set to accomplish tasks.
4. Don’t be surprised or offended if the answer is, “No thanks. I’m fine.”
5. Talk directly to the person you are trying to assist, rather than talking
around him or her. For example, when you find a sales associate to help,
don’t say, “She wants bacon bits.” Instead, say, “We’re looking for bacon
bits.” Or introduce the salesperson to the one you are assisting.
6. Don’t be afraid to use words that you believe might be offensive or
uncomfortable to the disabled. Blind people still use words like “see,”
“watch,” “look.” People in wheel chairs may certainly say they are going
to “run to the store.” Deaf people may say, “Did you hear about…”
7. Above all else, remember: We ALL—you, me, that stranger over there—
face hurdles every day and helping each other is what it’s all about.
Just a little aside here: Please use a normal tone of voice at normal volume
unless you’ve been asked to speak louder. “Louder” does not translate to
“more understandable”; it just means “louder.”
Simple tip (and great gift idea) for the visually impaired who are able
to discern light/dark: Mealtime can be difficult (and messy) when light
colored foods are served on white plates. Mashed potatoes, eggs, chicken
and fettuccini Alfredo stand out on dark-colored dinnerware. Stoneware
is inexpensive, colorful and available at most discount stores. Darkcolored
table linens are also helpful with light-colored dishes.
Richard Reagen operates “Eye Can See Clearly,” 1971 Second
Street, Highland Park, open Mondays and Thursdays. Richard
sells products for the visually impaired and, himself visually
impaired, is familiar with both giving and receiving assistance
for the people with disabilities. Call 847-612-9094 or visit
www.eyecanseeclearly.com, where you can email Richard.
SMUGGLERS
JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES
Mother’s Day
Graduation
Confirmation
Smugglers has the perfect gifts
for all your special occasions
WHITE GOLD &DIAMONDS
STERLING SILVER &FASHION JEWELRY
JEWELRY BOXES � HANDBAGS
LUCY ANN � CHAMILIA
STACY COHEN
A great selection of personalized gifts--
Order early!
JEWELER ON PREMISES
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Complimentary gift wrap & engraving
1855-B Deerfield Rd. � Highland Park
847-579-4686 Tues-Fri, 11-6; Sat, 10-5
O ur
HIGHLAND PARK
COMMUNITY HOUSE
red brick, Colonial revival-style house is fully air conditioned
and handicapped accessible, featuring a ballroom which seats
up to 300 and a full performance stage. The elegant ballroom
features a vaulted ceiling, vintage light fixtures, hardwood floor and arched
windows overlooking our Heritage Garden. A perfect setting for weddings,
private parties and public events.
Experience the possibilities
CALL 847.432.1515 OR WWW.HIGHLANDPARKCOMMUNITYHOUSE.ORG
1991 N. SHERIDAN RD. HIGHLAND PARK, IL 60035
Summer 2007 / 21

As of May 1, 2007
Welcome,
New Members
Reward the businesses that commit to our
local economy. Call 847-432-0284 for a
Chamber membership kit or to be referred
to a local business ,or browse an up-to-date
directory at www.ehighlandpark.com.
DCS Cleaning Services, Inc.
David Caplan
Carpet, upholstery & duct cleaning; fire
and water damage cleanup;
construction services.
3100 Skokie Valley Road, Unit 5, HP
847-831-4772
Fitness Together
David Conine and Glen Vance
Personal fitness training studio.
806 Central Avenue, Suite 104, HP
847-926-0744
www.fthighlandpark.com
Jane Kaplan Communications
Jane Kaplan
Public Relations
400 Park Avenue, Suite D, HP
847-433-8594
Unique Deck Builders Inc.
Joel Boyer, President
Building contractor, 3,000 sq. ft. showroom.
New deck products, Trex composite and
Pau-Lope hardwood material; rails in
aluminum, glass, wood and composite
materials. Replacement sliding doors,
windows, screen rooms, gazebos.
172 Skokie Valley Road, HP
847-831-1388
www.uniquedeck.com
Walgreen Co. – Ravinia
Lola Muhammad
Retail pharmacy
632 Roger Williams, HP
847-432-4627
www.walgreens.com
ICBS
Steve Gordon, President
Computer consulting and support
3175 Commercial Avenue, Suite 107,
Northbrook 60062
847-559-1333
www.ICBS.net
Creative Hands Massage
Vyacheslav Kodryan
Massage therapists providing the most
efficient massage in the area.
1500 Old Deerfield Road, Suite 7, HP
847-769-0429
22 / Summer 2007
Premier Wine Consulting
Ron Breitstein
Custom wine tastings and dinners,
business events, party planning along
with wine cellar management; also
conducts classes and seminars on all
aspects of fine wines and spirits.
P. O. Box 375, HP
847-946-3921
www.premierwineconsulting.com
Gordon in Highland Park
Tony & Pam Gordon
Hair design, beauty salon and spa,
offering cuts, colors and permanent
waves.
653 Central Avenue, HP
847-266-7777
Corner Bakery – Highland Park
Kate Bush and Mark Pope
Restaurant and catering
638 Central Avenue, HP
847-433-4638
www.cornerbakerycafe.com
Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation
Rabbi Adam Chalom
A congregation of Humanistic Judaism
serving the North Shore; a welcoming
Jewish home that honors our heritage
and empowers choice.
P. O. Box 405, HP
847-347-3003
www.kolhadash.com
Martin’s Mechanical, Inc.
Martin Saldano
Heating and AC contractor specializing
in energy savings, troubleshooting and
remodeling/installations for residential
and business locations.
480 Elm Place, Suite 108, HP
847-533-5794
www.martinsmechanical.com
Greco Electrical Contractors, Inc.
Sam Greco, President
Electrical contractor serving the North
Shore for over 15 years, offering prompt,
neat and professional service.
2687 Waukegan Avenue, HP
847-432-2070
Designs by Michele
Michele Friedland
“Home Decorating on a Budget.”
Helping people create beautiful living
spaces that reflect who they are and
how they want to live.
330 Hastings Avenue, HP
847-433-5142
NorthShoreInsider.com
Loren Greiff, Owner/President
North Shore’s primary targeted on-line
lead and insider information resource; a
place to discover the jealously guarded
secrets of the North Shore.
992 Harvard Court, HP
847-962-0283
www.northshoreinsider.com
Apple Tree Theatre
Cheryle Caplinger, Dir. of Marketing
Professional theatre company serving
over 30,000 patrons each year including
students in the workshop. The Theatre
offers main stage series, theatre for
young audiences and Eileen Boevers
Performing Arts Workshop.
1850 Green Bay Road, Suite 100, HP
847-432-8223
www.appletreetheatre.com
Julie Ressler Watercolors
Julie Ressler, Owner
Watercolor artist: original paintings,
world scenes, air, light and water,
custom portraits, family scenes. Also
offers Giclée prints of originals as well
as fine arts note cards.
2210 W. Morse Avenue, Chicago 60645
773-338-4332
www.julieressler.com
New York Slices
Adam Froelich
Pizzeria
1843 Second Street, HP
847-432-6979
www.nyslices.com
Lincolnshire Gourmet (TR Gourmet LLC)
Terri Pedone
Restaurant and food boutique
677 Central Avenue, HP
847-432-6600
www.lincolnshiregourmet.com
Priceless Introductions
Debra Weinberg
Personal, private matchmaker
875 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 3100
Chicago 60611
312-265-5000
www.pricelessintroductions.com
Planet Opple, Inc.
Diane Rudy and Courtney Weinberg, Co-
Owners
Children’s books, illustrations, clothing,
internet web museum and gift items.
2360 Sheridan Road, HP
847-338-8105
www.planetopple.com

Basket Thyme
Sue Monhait, Owner
Custom gourmet gift baskets for
personal and business relationships.
1047 Brittany Road, HP
847-432-0100
www.basketthyme.com
C Lawrence & Associates
Chris Lawrence, President
Residential construction business
focusing on home remodeling and
additions. “Where Hand Crafted Quality
Comes First.”
482 Sumac Road, HP
847-579-0862
Cosi – Highland Park
Winoni Bullis
A warm inviting spot where people like
to go for coffee, have conversation and
enjoy a great sandwich, made to order
with fresh breads and our signature
flatbread. Gourmet desserts top off the
menu.
1825 Second Street, HP
847-681-1338
www.getcosi.com
Hope Weis Consulting
Hope Weis, Owner
Event consultant: Instrumental in many
of the City’s most beautiful and wellexecuted
weddings and events
914 Brookside Lane, Deerfield 60015
847-940-1741
www.hopeweisconsulting.com
Portraits with Personality
Diane Bergren, Owner
Full service photographic studio offering
photographs, greeting cards, frames
and a great experience.
799 Central Ave., Suite 240, HP
847-433-3066
www.portraitswithpersonality.com
Occasions with Style
Susan Bernstein, Owner
Unique and fun jewelry at great prices!
Terrific gifts and fun jewelry for yourself.
1807 Cavell, HP
847-831-2724
Jimmy John’s
Hemal Prajapati, Owner
Gourmet sandwich shop providing fast
service, delivery and catering for any
event
820 Central Avenue, HP
847-681-9440
www.jimmyjohns.com
NETWORKING WORKS!
Meet your colleagues, share your experience and learn from each other how to take
your business to the next level. Join a Chamber networking group! For location details
and an opportunity to present your business story, call the Chamber at 847-432-0284 or
email frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com. See our next issue for a behind-the-scenes
story of how Highland Park business people do their brand building peer to peer.
Women’s Networking Group 3rd Thursday
Highland Park Networking Group 1st Wednesday
Summer 2007 / 23

Richard Greb
Spring brings rejuvenation and growth and, at the Bootery, 492 Central
Avenue, women’s shoes take front and center, the result of remodeling that
has changed the feel of the downtown Highland Park mainstay.
“We’ve softened the area where we show our women’s shoes,” says
Nancy Wolff, who took on the role of interior designer for the updated
layout. She and husband Roger own the store and have a second location in
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
“We’re providing more selections for our women customers and have
been able to fill in some of the higher end items they’ve asked for.” New
designers include Donald J Pliner, KORS Michael Kors and Vidorreta, and
there will be more this Fall.
The actual display space in the store is about the same but the feel is
different. “We have new flooring, new furnishings, new shelf units, new
counter space,” Nancy says. “The remodeling began in January and lasted
about six weeks, but we were closed only two days, when we varnished
the floors. We really appreciated the cooperation of our regular customers
who were willing to walk through the mess and put up with delays when
our computers were down and we were playing store using a cash drawer.”
Nancy says they moved men’s shoes to the other side of the space;
they’re now to the left (east) as you walk in the door. The children’s area is
a bit smaller but has the same area for displays. “Children’s shoes and
women’s bags are movable, so the way we show them can be rearranged.”
“We are, and always will be, a family shoe store,” Nancy says, “but now
we have a new setting.” For more information on the dozens of brands the
Bootery carries, call 847-433-1911 or check www.thebootery.com.
24 / Summer 2007
Governor Rob Blagojevich declared February 24 “Sunset Foods Day,” in
recognition of its 70th anniversary. Of course, there was cake, baked in
Sunset’s own bakery, for customers in its Highland Park, Lake Forest,
Libertyville and Northbrook stores.
Now Sunset Foods is undergoing a major face lift in Highland Park.
The new layout is to be an open plan, taking down the wall between the
deli kitchen/bakery and the customers. A new Asian Grill will offer stir fry
and sushi among other dishes. New cases and a slightly different floor plan
will display the same fine array of products.
The four Cortesi brothers opened Sunset in Highland Park in 1937 in a
mere 750 square feet of space on the site of the current Central Avenue post
office. The 1812 Green Bay Road location is Sunset’s third in Highland Park.
Still family owned and with the feel of a neighborhood grocery, Sunset
is noted for its specialty goods, a fine deli department, eclectic liquor
section, catering, and outstanding personal, friendly service. Legends of
service—never believed by out-of-towners—include going to other
grocery stores to pick up out-of-stock items so a customer would not leave
empty handed, acting as a bank for regular customers, loading groceries in
customer cars (tips forbidden), and bringing to customers’ homes items
they left behind. For more information or to place your catering order,
visit www.sunsetfoods.com or 847-432-5500 (Highland Park store).
Another Highland Park family business changing its environment is The
Custom Framer, which has relocated from Ravinia to 2057 Green Bay
Road, north of downtown. Charlie and Mari Barnes opened their frame
shop in 1984 and say they relish the increased sales and workshop space.
New product lines are featured in an in-store boutique, “Notice,
Accessories for Living,” managed by daughter Becky Barnes. Its products—
from vases to clocks—feature recycled materials. Becky notes that they are
carrying ready-made frames of bicycle chains, clocks from bicycle gears and
baskets made from vinyl records—complete with original labels.
Recycling and energy efficiency carry over into the store’s décor—
recycled carpet and 14-watt Energy Star lighting fixtures. “One of the big
differences is that our craftsmen will be working on the second floor instead
of in the basement,” says Mari. “Windows make it so much lighter, and
emphasize that we’re in the art business. It just feels better.” All of the
custom frames the company makes are assembled on the premises.
(continued on page 26)
PHOTOS: Richard Greb

Service Divisions
interior design
construction & remodeling
painting & drywall
faux finishing
wallcovering
handyman service
Celebrating
35 Years
Highland Park
To commemorate this special time
we would like to offer
$350
toward your next painting or
decorating project valued over $1000
Our reputation is set in stone(s)
Selling diamonds to
North Shore families
for almost 100 years.
Call Bob or Alan, 800-767-2220, GottliebBrothers.com
Beautifying Your Home is as Easy as ABL
Call Today for a
FREE Estimate
847.579.1600
www.theABLgroup.com
Mention this Ad AFTER your FREE estimate. Special restrictions apply. Cannot be combined with other offers.
Summer 2007 / 25

PHOTO: Courtesy of Ravinia Festival
(continued from page 24)
The new quarters have some 6,000 square feet, compared to 4,000 in
the former location, with the showroom doubling in space to 3,000 square
feet under high, spacious ceilings. The phone number remains the same,
847-432-4630, and The Custom Framer’s web site is
www.thecustomframer.com.
Back in Ravinia, the Women’s Board of Ravinia Festival will
open its first walk-in gift shop on the first floor of the park’s new dining
pavilion. The shop’s proceeds help support the not-for-profit music festival.
For decades, the Women’s Board has operated Ravinia Gifts in a kiosk
behind the Martin Theatre. That will remain open to sell sweatshirts and
items to be used during the evening’s performance. The walk-in gift shop will
feature an extended line of apparel, fine gift items, Ravinia-branded food
items, picnic gear and CDs. Items designed exclusively for Ravinia include
branded jewelry by designer Patricia Locke, an HP resident, with new designs
based on the decorative elements of the Martin Theatre. There will also be
Ravinia chocolates, plush toys and Christopher Radko glass ornaments.
The gift shop will separate Mirabelle and LeCafe, respectively Ravinia’s
elegant buffet and more casual cafeteria-style restaurant (please see story on
page 40). The gift shop and restaurants will open June 7.
26 / Summer 2007
In Highwood, The Bent Fork bakery, 333 Waukegan, has expanded
north into the adjoining store front, enlarging its service area and adding
freshly made IntelligentsiA coffee, and tables so customers can enjoy baked
goodies in the store as well as at home. Owners Mike and Liz Bearwald
have obtained a café license and will also offer alfresco desserts when the
weather permits. They plan to have four tables inside and four outside.
In addition to the scrumptious cookies, cakes, brownies, lemon squares,
chocolate-covered pretzels, biscotti, toffee and other goodies The Bent Fork
has always created “to order,” it will now be offering ready-made cakes,
whole and by the slice, and such things as brownie and blondie bites, the
edges of the sheet left when squares are cut out. “We decided to sell the
edges, and they’ve been a big hit,” says Mike.
The serving area has been painted with Liz’s light-hearted designs and
the couple’s collection of posters and postcards from the 1940s and ’50s
provides decorative highlights. Customers can still order from the web site
(www.thebentfork.com) or by phone (847-926-4438).
Meanwhile, nothing will change at Renaissance Place, which was
purchased in December from Davis Street Land Company by Metzler US
Real Estate Fund. Management of the complex was assumed in late winter
by MidAmerica Asset Management. Christiane Fischer, an asset manager for
Mid-America and general manager of Renaissance Place, says, “We’ve been
studying the complex and know Highland Park. It’s a fabulous property with
great tenants and demographics and high traffic. It’s been run well, and we
will go forward, continuing along the path.” She added that the only
vacancies are two apartments; all the offices and stores are occupied since
Verizon Wireless recently opened at 1849 Green Bay (847-681-0700).
Verizon’s hot product launch is a tailored television service—V Cast—
received via cell phone. The cutting edge instrument is the LG VX9400
phone, with a pivoting 2.25-inch screen and a pause feature triggered
automatically if you receive or make a phone call. The service brings in
eight channels: CNBC, MTV, Nickelodean, CBS, NBC, Fox, Comedy
Central and V-Cast, a station that broadcasts radio clips and music. Chicago
is one of two dozen markets that have V Cast.
Richard Greb, freelance writer and PR consultant, wants to
feature your new or unique product exclusive in Highland
Park. Contact Rich at 847-831-1445 or rgreb@aol.com.

Call today for your free,
in-home Pink Glove Treatmentestimate.
Save $25
$10 off your first and $15 off your fourth regularly scheduled cleaning.
847-681-1800
Offer valid one time per household.
©2006 Molly Maid, Inc. Each franchise independently owned and operated.
MAX OUT YOUR
SUMMER FUN AT
“THE MAX”!
> Swimming & Tennis Lessons
> Club Max-(after-camp fun) 3-6 pm, M-F
> Party Rentals
> Undernighters, Movie Nights, Mahh Jong
> Family Events & Special Events:
4th of July Barbecue, Parent & Me
> Post Camp Aug. 13-24 & much more!
The JCYS Max Davidson
Tennis & Swim Center
1195 Half Day Rd., HP
Winter: 847-433-6001 x*
Summer: 847-432-6355
Terry Grossberg, Director
MAZEL TOV!
Planning a Bar/Bat Mitzvah can be stressful. Pleasing your guests
shouldn’t be.Trust the Courtyard by Marriott-Highland Park/Northbrook
to provide your guests with all the comfort and amenities they need to
have the best experience possible on your special day.
At Courtyard, our rooms were made for you. SM
Your guests will enjoy our indoor pool, free breakfast for four and a
complimentary local shuttle.You will love earning one free night’s stay for
every 10 rooms occupied (you decide whom to treat!) May 31-Nov. 25,
starting at $104; Nov. 26-May 30, starting at $89.
Call (847) 433-3338 to book today!
1505 Lake Cook Road at Skokie Valley Road
www.HighlandParkCourtyard.com
Come RELAX
& hang out
with your
FRIENDS!”
Bring in this ad—get 10% off one program!
Summer 2007 / 27

Portraits of Our Future
A remarkable, 42-year tradition may have escaped your notice if you do not
have children in high school. Sponsored by the Highland Park Chamber of
Commerce, the annual Student Honor Dinner recognizes graduating District
113 seniors who live in Highland Park. The students are nominated by
faculty for excellence in their schoolwork, sports, extracurricular activities
and community action—excellence that goes far beyond grade points or
attendance records. Peer to peer and student to community, these
outstanding young people each have a story to tell. That story is captured by
Michael Metzger, a Highland Park resident and professional photographer,
who photographs all the honorees and presents them with professional
portraits to commemorate their honors. We want to share all the photos
with you and ask that you save April 17, 2008, to meet the next class of
young adults who will, indeed, make all our tomorrows better.
Annie Chen, HPHS ’07
Michael Metzger: “Photographing the student honorees is a
project that extends over a period of about six weeks. While I
donate my time, this annual project is, in fact, a gift to myself—to
get to know these great kids. This year, I asked the kids to bring
with them something that was important at this point in their life.
I also requested that they dress as if they were going out with
their friends. There is a story behind every one of these people…
I tell those stories on my web site, studenthonordinner.com, and
invite you to know these young people and to find your own way
to recognize exceptional young people in our community.”
To create a scholarship or sponsor a student in 2008,
call 847-432-0284 or email chamber@ehighlandpark.com.
28 / Summer 2007
Alyssa Shaoul, DHS ’07
Sean Neilan, HPHS ’07
PHOTOS: Michael Metzger, Michael Metzger & Staff, Inc., Photography

Matthew Tobin, HPHS ’07
Nicholas Christopoulos, DHS ’07
Samuel Wheeler, HPHS ’07
Carla Navoa, HPHS ’07
Zachary Schwartz, HPHS ’07
Summer 2007 / 29

Daniel Jacker, HPHS ’07 Zachary Meuser, HPHS ’07 Evan Reinstein, HPHS ’07 Alisandra Castrejon, HPHS ’07
Sarah Sechan, HPHS ’07
Alexandria Havlick, HPHS ’07
Matthew Blum, HPHS ’07
Miguel Dominguez, HPHS ’07
Joseph Noon, HPHS ’07 Alexandria Bershadsky, HPHS ’07
Heather Blonsky, HPHS ’07
Scott Resnick, HPHS ’07
Alexandra Kurland, HPHS ’07 Alexandra Ross, DHS ’07
Chad Schwartz, HPHS ’07
30 / Summer 2007

Eric Gorleski, HPHS ’07
Jessica Marcus, HPHS ’07
John Tucker, HPHS ’07
Michael Maione, HPHS ’07
Ashley Badalpour, DHS ’07 Yeimi Gonzalez, HPHS ’07
Andrew Roth, HPHS ’07
Aeron Small, HPHS ’07
Robert Ray, HPHS ’07
Matthew Doppelt, HPHS ’07
Daniel Gutman, HPHS ’07 Elyse Glover, HPHS ’07 Alix Olian, HPHS ’07 Allison Mickel, HPHS ’07
Summer 2007 / 31

Charlotte Landsman, MS, Manager of Youth and Senior Services
The City of Highland Park Division of Youth Services addresses the social, leisure and emotional development of our
middle school population. Diverse programming, including the popular Firehouse, provide positive, professional
interactions in an environment that encourages healthy lifestyles, character and opportunities. We spoke with
Charlotte Landsman about the diverse programs that support parenting and develop young hearts and minds.
Deborah Barry, Wordspecs
Tell us a bit about your own background and coming to
Q? Highland Park?
I was born in Chicago, grew up in Skokie and moved here in
A! 1981. I am married and have two adult children and four
grandchildren. My daughter and her husband met at HPHS and now live
here; my son and his wife are nearby in Deerfield. I began working at the
Youth Department in 1981. When I completed my Masters in Human
Services and Counseling at National-Louis University, the City appointed
me Manager of Youth Services.
How did the youth services division develop over the years, and
Q? when did The Firehouse become its home?
Mayor Ray Geraci formed the Youth Committee in 1971, which
A! met in an upstairs office on St. Johns. In 1978, under Mayor
Buhai’s leadership, The Firehouse Youth Center was opened. This
multipurpose facility includes a fully-equipped activity center, study room,
counseling area, meeting room and staff offices. The City’s fire
department fleet had outgrown the building; so when the land on which
it stood was sold to Sunset Foods, the building—all 570 tons of it—was
moved from the top of Green Bay Road to its present location, adjacent
to Sunset Park.
What is a typical middle school member’s afternoon like, and
Q? how are the youth activities staffed?
Our typical members will use weekdays at the center to complete
A! homework assigments, with staff support and our computers, as
well as to enjoy traditional and electronic games and socializing with
peers. For those families who are more interested in a structured afterschool
experience, their children can participate in our new After 3
program, which includes one hour of supervised homework assistance
and a healthy snack prior to interacting with other kids. The Firehouse is
supervised by a team of professional staff, many of whom are teachers or
counselors: one full-time, two half-time and five part-time. We also have
a wonderful Staff Assistant Program, in which we train kids who have
been at The Firehouse at least one year. The kids apply as they would
for a job, are interviewed and recommended. Staff Assistants help at
32 / Summer 2007
events and in daily activities and are paid in chits to use at The
Firehouse. Above all, they learn leadership skills. Parents also volunteer
for events like our twice-a-year Family Days.
Q?How are the activities funded?
Funding, including salaries, comes from the City’s budget. We
A! augment that with business sponsorships, donations and grants.
The Firehouse is a membership organization. How does one
Q? join, and how are fees structured?
You can join over the phone or walk in. All we need is basic
A! personal information and emergency contacts. Annual membership
is only $35 a year—it’s a great gift! Most events are self-supporting
through fees, but we have scholarships available for those who need
them. Just recently a former member dropped by; he had been an afterschool
regular, but he never took part in field trips or camps, saying he
just didn't want to participate. As an adult, he confessed that his family
simply couldn’t afford those extras. We could have provided up to $100
toward membership and extra programs in a year, if we had only known
of his need, but in some families, some cultures, they are too proud to
ask for help.
Q?How do you conduct your fund-raising?
Typically we seek sponsors event by event, through letters and
A! going directly to businesses. The kids themselves sell hot dogs at
Sidewalk Sale; the cart and the food are sponsored by Sunset Foods. Our
kids learn about pricing and serving, and all the profits go into our
scholarship fund. So be sure to have a hot dog when you come out for
all those bargains. We welcome private contributions as well.
Youth services are outbound as well as inbound, your Outreach
Q? program for example.
This is a very important program, available at no charge. We are
A! at each middle school one day a week. We give kids an
alternative to recess, which can be a challenging time for kids who have
a hard time socially or others who don’t like the commotion on the
playground. This is a great way for our staff to get to know the students.

In so many families, both parents work full time. How do the
Q? kids get from school to The Firehouse?
There is regular bus service from the Edgewood, Elm Place and
A! Northwood Middle Schools to The Firehouse, from one to five
days a week. It’s quite affordable: five days a week is only $170 per
semester. Then parents pick their kids up at The Firehouse by 6 p.m.
But Youth Services are available 12 months. In summer, our focus
changes to one-week specialty camps and programs after summer school
is out. The big finish is “Camp What’ll We Do?’ that offers a different
field trip every day of the final week.
Q?What about the kids who would like to work over the summer?
We do provide job placements through HIRE, which stands for
A! “help individuals realize employment.” Last year, about a hundred
students filled out applications. Staff interview the kids; we help to
identify their skills, recognize the abilities they already have and teach
them how to interview. Then we match them to the work orders,
which come in response to letters sent to local businesses. The kids
themselves call the employer and negotiate their own salaries.
HIRE certainly helps these youngsters develop life skills. What
Q? other programs give them a sense of the adult world?
The Peer Jury program is very important, coordinated by the police
A! department with our assistance. The jury deals with first-time
offenders who have already pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor such as
smoking or other substance use, vandalism and curfew violations. HPHS
students volunteer as jurors and determine the “sentence,” which usually
includes a certain amount of community service, plus an instructive
assignment. For example, a kid caught smoking might do a paper on lung
cancer. The kids are tough on their peers, but happily, just the
intervention of being caught is often enough to turn a youngster around.
In addition to your peer-to-peer programming, you also have
Q? some intergenerational projects.
Actually, we have won the Governor’s Award 2002 for Kid
A! Couriers. Youngsters take a senior’s grocery list and personal check
made out to Sunset Foods. This is a very detail-oriented effort; the seniors
often include labels and coupons, even specifying “paper or plastic.” The
kids do the shopping, then we load everyone into the van to deliver the
groceries. When the kids are invited in to help put groceries away or just
sit and talk a bit, it makes everyone’s day.
How can local business people support the Youth Services
Q? programs?
Many ways! Viccino’s often sponsors an event and always
A! gives us great prices on pizza; Signs Now reduces fees
substantially for us, too. Uncle Dan’s donates goods, and Artquest
takes care of floral arrangements. Highland Park Bank & Trust
supports some of our bigger events. First Bank of Highland Park pays
the supervisor’s salary for our bi-lingual mentoring program,
Estudiante to Student, while a grant from the Roy G. Kerr
Foundation underwrites the mentors’ salaries. There are typically 18
mentors matched with
mentees. Schools identify atrisk
bilingual students (low
grades, absences and so forth)
and we pair them with
successful HPHS bilingual
students. They are together
twice a week, an hour on
homework and an hour in
activities. The feedback
from the schools is very
positive; this program
makes a real difference.
Is The Firehouse membership
Q? a diverse group?
We have members from every area of Highland Park, a
A! microcosm of the City. The kids have diverse cultural and
socioeconomic backgrounds. The Firehouse is a very inclusive place,
where everyone is warmly welcomed and treated like a superstar.
What is the biggest challenge in terms of interventions? What
Q? kinds of success do you see?
One of our Staff Assistants was giving a new member a tour; later
A! he told me, “I met a kid today. That was me when I was his age.
Very shy, hard to talk to. And now, I’m here helping him.” Lots of grownup
members come back and tell us, “If it weren’t for The Firehouse, I
wouldn’t have made it through junior high.” Recently, a woman was
signing up her daughter, and asked me, “Do you remember me? My
mother sent me to The Firehouse, and now I want the same thing for
my daughter, to have that safety and supervision.”
My own son took a class here on using public access TV
equipment and editing tape. He decided to make that his career; today,
he works for a post-production company working on commercials for
Oscar Meyer and the like.
We understand that Youth Services also has programs and
Q? resources for parents.
We’ve taught Parenting Classes for more than 15 years. One
A! group from back then is still meeting every three months, even
though their kids are grown. The issues of parenting never change, so it
could be a lifelong group! We also have a Parenting Kit with good tips,
like what to say to your kid when they ask, “Did you ever….?”
What is the one thing that you most want for the Youth Services
Q? department?
Our programs are growing so fast, we could use a volunteer who
has experience in grant writing…that could be a real boon.
A!
Would you like to give a membership at The Firehouse?
Volunteer? Donate goods or underwrite programs? Please call
847-433-3090, drop by 1830 Green Bay Road or email
youthservices@cityhpil.com; http:cityhpil.com has links to
Youth Services and great parenting and kids web sites.
Summer 2007 / 33
PHOTO: Marla Schachtel

A look at the personalities of Highland Park neighborhoods
Highlands/Centennial Park
Michael Del Monte, ProSumer Real Estate
Reveille in the early morning! Taps in the late evening! This is what some
long-time residents of the Highlands remember about the neighborhood,
when Fort Sheridan was still an active Army base.
There were many rolling hills and woods in the area. In the late ’60s and
early ’70s, kids would dig out homemade paths to navigate their BMXs
(remember those all-terrain bikes?) in the small forest near Wayne Thomas
and Northwood Schools. There are still pick-up football and baseball games
at Old Elm Park. Maggi’s field, behind Northwood, was also a favorite hangout.
The Euclid-Hill Path (below) ran from Hill Street to the schools, but the
southern end of the path has since been replaced by homes.
Most people I spoke with agree that it is still a great family environment.
Everyone knew Ed and his mother who ran the neighborhood 7-Eleven at
the southwest corner of Western Avenue and Old Elm (a favorite hangout
for playing video games, especially Space Invaders, and drinking Slurpees).
Centuries ago, Native Americans would bend branches of supple young
trees and partially bury them in the dirt as directional signs, marking the
trails. If you look hard enough, you can still see them, notable for the “kink”
or loop in the tree trunk. Next time the kids get bored watching television or
playing video games, take them on a hike to find these “Indian Trees.”
The Highlands/Centennial Park neighborhood is a large subdivision
located in the northern part of Highland Park. The area is adjacent to Lake
Forest on the north and Highwood/Fort Sheridan on the east. Its
boundaries are generally defined as Old Elm Road on the north, Route 22
on the south, Western Avenue on the east and Route 41 on the west.
PHOTOS: Prosumer Real Estate
According to information provided by the Highland Park Public Library, the
City of Highland Park and the West Deerfield Township Assessor, the area
was first developed between 1945 and 1955 during the post-war building
boom. Early residents remember prices starting around $25,000, when
interest rates were about 4.5 percent. Most of the earlier residences were
split level and ranches, built by Krenn & Dato or Manilow builders.
(continued on page 36)

You can compare price, but you can’t
COMPARE SERVICE.
That’s why more people trust State Farm ® for homeowners
insurance–not only for competitive rates but the personal service
you can only get from a State Farm agent. So contact me today
and start getting the coverage and service you deserve.
J A Palminteri Ins Agcy Inc
Joseph A Palminteri, Agent, CLU
475 Roger Williams Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035-4704
Bus: 847-432-5570
LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR, STATE FARM IS THERE. ®
Providing Insurance and Financial Services
State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, State Farm General Insurance Company–Bloomington, IL; State Farm
P058009 03/05 Florida Insurance Company–Winter Haven, FL; State Farm Lloyd’s–Dallas, TX
Summer 2007 / 35

(continued from page 34)
The neighborhood has four public parks: Centennial/Danny Cuniff
Park, Sleepy Hollow Park, Skokie River Woods and Old Elm Park.
Elementary-age children attend Wayne Thomas Elementary, while junior
high students attend Northwood Junior High School, both in District 112.
The older children attend Highland Park High School, District 113.
Based on information in the MlsNI in the first quarter of 2007, there
were about eight sales and pending sales in the area, ranging from
$290,000 to $1,300,000, with an average price of around $450,000 and
an average of approximately 300 days on the market. As we go to press,
there are about 50 properties for sale in the area, ranging from $354,000 to
$2,050,000, including ranches, split levels, older two-story homes and
upscale new residences, with an average market time of over 200 days.
Recently, as in other areas of Highland Park, teardowns have become
more prevalent, primarily due to the larger, wooded sites and the nearby
Old Elm Club. Depending on one’s personal point of view, teardowns may
be a good or bad thing. They will continue as long as buyers desire both
new construction and the older, established neighborhoods. There is no
vacant property to speak of.
A complete copy of “The Highland
Fling” is posted at www.northshoreinsider.com. Or call
Chuck Wenk at 847-433-8370, who would make you a
photocopy or invite you to his office to see the actual
Royal typewriter on which the Fling was banged out.
However, recently I have noticed fewer teardowns. As is true around the
country, the rate of existing home sales is slowing, marketing times are
unusually long and there is an excess inventory of newly constructed
residences already on the market.
The Highlands/Centennial Park area faces another challenge—cutthrough
traffic. Because of its proximity to Route 41, neighbors notice
commuters giving up on a packed Skokie Highway and using surface streets
to get around the tie-ups. Still, it’s just that proximity and the convenience
to Metra (Fort Sheridan stop), Starbucks and the Highwood commercial
district that put all the suburban amenities within a short walk or drive.
Our next neighborhood feature will be Ravinia, followed by
Sunset Park. Check your attic and basement for relics (like
that below) and old photos, and contact Mike Del Monte,
847-831-9700, Mike@ProsumerRealEstate.com. Mike is one
of the broker/owners of Prosumer Real Estate.
Below: Pages from a 1959 issue of “The Highland Fling,”a
hand-typed, four- page collection of news edited by Chuck
Wenk and Sherm Keats, ably assisted by Joe Ann
MacCallum, Barbara Lampman, Dee Kahnweiler and Gail
Wenk. There’s a column by Bob Buhai; ads from Sunset
Foods, Mister Duffy's Tavern (a Highwood original) Sunshine
Valley Day Camp and Vala's Ice Cream (a company Chuck
bought during the Charlie Wenk's Teahouse days).

Jeff Nathan, Builders Consortium
When I was a kid, every time I mentioned how cold or hot it was,
someone, some old timer, would say “Why I remember the
summer/winter of (insert your date here), and this is nothing.”
I realize that, now, I’m an old timer. And I can safely say that this
past winter was simply lousy. But, summer is just about here. So
I thought I would give you all a quiz. What’s the most
dangerous power tool around your house in the
summer? If you thought your lawnmower, you’re right. Each
year, approximately 68,000 persons are treated in emergency
departments for injuries caused by power mowers. More than 9,000 of the
people hurt are younger than 18 years. Older children and adolescents were
most often hurt while cutting lawns as chores or as a way to earn money.
Now, I happen to think that paying my kid or your neighbor’s kid to do
the lawn is a good idea and exemplifies all the ideals of capitalism. But here
are a few safety tips to follow…regardless of who is doing the cutting.
• Use a mower with a control that stops the mower from moving forward
if the handle is let go. The common term is “dead man’s switch,” which
is actually a good thing; it prevents injury.
• Children younger than 16 should not be allowed to use ride-on mowers.
Children younger than 12 should not use walk-behind power mowers.
• Wear sturdy, closed shoes (not sandals or sneakers) while mowing.
• Prevent injuries from flying objects, such as stones or toys, by picking up
objects from the lawn before mowing begins. Use a collection bag for
grass clippings or a plate that covers the opening where cut grass is
released. Everyone who uses a mower must wear hearing and eye
protection.
• Make sure that children and pets are indoors or at a safe distance well
away from the area that you plan to mow.
• Start and refuel mowers outdoors, not in a garage or shed. Mowers
should be refueled only when the motor is turned off and cooled down.
(Need I mention, no smoking!)
• Make sure that blade settings (to set the wheel height or dislodge debris)
are done by an adult, only with the mower off and the spark plug
removed or disconnected. (You can find the spark plug by eye or, here’s
a thought, read the manual!)
• Do not pull the mower backward or mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary, and carefully look for children behind you.
• Always turn off the mower and wait for the blades to stop completely
before removing the grass catcher, unclogging the discharge chute or
crossing gravel paths, roads or other areas not being cut.
• Do not allow children to ride as passengers on ride-on mowers.
Please follow these tips, and have a safe summer.
Do you have a story about people in the building trades or
design professions? Then you’ve hit the nail on the head!
Email frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com or call 847-432-0284.
Extend Your Living Space
into the Great Outdoors
Cedar • Trex ®
Pau Lope ® • Decks
Screen Rooms
Gazebos
DecKorator Rails
UNIQUE DECK BUILDERS
We are an authorized Trex ® Pro Gold Installer
POWER WASHING RESTORATIONS FREE ESTIMATES/DESIGNS
(847) 831-1388
Showroom 172 Skokie Valley Road www.uniquedeck.com
Summer 2007 / 37

CELEBRATING DIVERSITY 2007
“Some shapes are small, some shapes are big. Shapes are different sizes.
I want to tell you a circle is my favorite shape! Maybe yours is a square, but
that’s okay, we can still be friends!” These words, from a poem by secondgrader
John Rachal, capture the spirit of “Celebrating Diversity 2007.”
A community-wide project, Celebrating Diversity was sponsored by the
Human Relations Commission of the City of Highland Park in conjunction
with the Cultural Arts Commission, The Art Center, School Districts 112
and 113, the Highland Park Public Library and East on Central, and was
made possible by a grant from Mil Grauer. Everyone involved in the project
felt it was a labor of love. More than 7,500 flyers in English and Spanish
(the translation was done by School District 112) found their way to
members of the Highland Park and Highwood communities, resulting in
over 120 submissions from both adults and children.
Submitted work, considered at different school ages, was juried by a
panel of professional artists and writers. All the entries were exhibited in a
slide show at Highland Park High School’s FOCUS on the Arts, “Embrace
the World,” April 16-19. Works will continue to be displayed at venues
around the city, including The Arts Center, First Bank of Highland Park, as
well as public venues and local gathering places.
six00threefive magazine is proud to be one of the exhibit spaces for
original works created by this community’s young people. We are featuring
student art entries, which capture the artists’ inspirations on the subject of
diversity.
On this page: (from top, clockwise) Isabel Steinhaus, Wayne
Thomas School, 5th grade, Art Teacher Mrs. Kurzawski; Oak
Terrace 1st and 2nd graders, Art Teacher Kristin Pressman;
Danielle Seedman, Lincoln School, 5th grade, Art Teacher
Linda White
Opposite: (from top left, clockwise) Arooj Aslam, Nick Kroll,
David Basaraba, in Fine Arts Teacher Blake Novotny’s
Graphic Design class, Highland Park High School; Kathy
Henderson and Ilyana Schwartz, extra credit work in Fine
Arts Teacher Alicia Landes’ Photography class, HPHS
38 / Summer 2007

PHOTOS OF ENTRIES: Alicia Landes, Fine Arts Teacher, Highland Park High School
Summer 2007 / 39

Chef’s Day Out
Jim Lederer, Bluegrass
Ravinia Park unveils a new two-story Dining Pavilion this season,
featuring a variety of menu options including an elegant small-plate
restaurant on the second floor that gives diners a panoramic view of
Ravinia’s famous lawn.
Chef Matt del Regno, who has been with Levy Restaurants for eight
years, is now in his third season as head chef at Ravinia. He is justifiably
proud of the brand-new, 15,000-square-foot kitchen for the 50,000-square-
foot-facility. The direction of the food will be fresh, organic, sustainable
products that are cutting edge to today’s diners. The freshness and quality of
ingredients along with high-tech equipment allows Matt to execute speedy
dining with top-shelf standards. “It is like a dream come true to work in a
brand new kitchen, and in such a beautiful setting. What more could
anyone ask?”
The building’s second story boasts the new Park View Restaurant
offering a sophisticated dining experience. “Quartets” of beautifully
matched appetizers, entrees and desserts will be perfect for sharing, with
flights of wine paired with each course. Menu items include seared diver
sea scallops, dry-aged tournedos of beef, spring pea soup and frisée and
roasted pears. There’s seating for 180 people with optional seating for
another 70 guests on a rooftop terrace. The Park View will also be the
home to Ravinia’s first full-service bar. The ground floor will house the new
Mirabelle Restaurant with Levy’ trademarked Chef’s Table, a gourmet buffet
encompassing flavors from around the world. Updated daily, sample items
include salmon with wild mushrooms and imported and domestic cheese
displays. Mirabelle will seat 220 diners indoors, 90 on a covered veranda
and an additional 50 on an outdoor patio. (Reservations: 847-432-7550.)
40 / Summer 2007
PHOTO AND RENDERING: Courtesy of Ravinia Festival
Lots of flexible take-out options will be on the main floor at Le Café, with
three different sub-divisions that promise “different foods for different
moods.” The Amber Grill purveys the Ravinia steak sandwich, rotisserie
chicken and garlic parmesan fries; 360 Sizzle will have Szechwan beef
skewers and Asian won ton nachos; and Pie Squared will dish up a variety of
brick-oven pizzas with such toppings as fresh mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni,
and wild mushroom and brie. In Le Café and in the existing Carousel
structure, will be the Park Market, grab-and-go refrigerated shopping sections
where patrons can build their own Ravinia picnics. The Park Market will
also carry a selection of beers, wine and sodas.
Mike Rudolph, the owner of Highland Park’s Il-Forno Pizza &
Pasta, is currently serving the third generation of “The Original Pizza on
the North Shore Est. 1953.” Celebrating its 35th anniversary, the 496 Old
Elm location was opened in 1972. Mike (by the menu above), who
managed the store from 1974, purchased the business in 1986. That’s
“Little Louie” Bonelli and Mike (inset) in a well-sauced photo from 1987.
(continued on page 42)
PHOTO: Wordspecs

Is your sixth sense a sense of belonging?
Nestled in
the heart of
Evanston, the
North Shore
Retirement Hotel offers
a perfect sense of community
for active seniors.
Billiards, darts, bingo,
bridge and poker are
among the most popular
activities for gamelovers.
Musical concerts,
discussion groups, lecture
series, ceramics and
drawing class are favored
by those who delight in
cultural pursuit.
But everyone
enjoys
the daily
exercise classes,
trips to the casino,
three meals a day in our
fine dining room, daily
maid service, our onsite
pool, movie theater and
ice cream parlor.
The North Shore Hotel
has a way of making
neighbors into friends and
staff into family.
Sense of belonging?
You bet – right here at the
North Shore Hotel.
1611 Chicago Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
847-864-6400 A retirement hotel
1 ST MONTH FREE!*
GET YOUR FIRST MONTH FREE!
PLUS, FREE SPECIALTY COFFEE!*
*Offer based on unit availability. 1st month free. Free $5 Starbucks coupon.
Administration fee varies by location. Features vary by location. Offer applies to
new tenants only and is not valid with any other offer. Offer expires 7/31/07.
©2006 Extra Space Storage Inc. MKTG CODE: NP11781S0
• Clean, well-lit facility
• Easy unit access
• Professional on-site managers
• State-of-the-art security
• Moving and packing supplies
HIGHLAND PARK
1610 Old Deerfield Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0375
Richfield
Jewel Osco
Toys R Us
Deerfield Rd. 41
Old Deerfield Rd.
Devonshire
Park
Central Ave.
Skokie Hwy
Craftwood
Lumber
(847) 831-0375
> Reserve online at: www.extraspace.com
EXTRA SPACE STORAGE of HIGHLAND PARK
Summer 2007 / 41

(continued from page 40)
Today he oversees everyday operations of the pizzeria, serving the same
homemade dough, fresh vegetables, specially made pizza sausage and that
same Bruno Pupolo pizza sauce that created a concept in 1953.
“Grandparents who ate this pizza in their childhood come into the store to
purchase pizza for their grandkids. That leads to some great conversations.”
So if you’re looking for the oldest pizza restaurant in town, give Il-Forno a
call, and order up the pizza that has stood the test of time. Download a
menu at www.ilfornopizza.com, then call 847-432-2440. Be sure to ask for
Mike, and tell him Jim sent you.
It’s so easy to procrastinate when you’re the one with the job of planning
the next big graduation/wedding/bar mitzvah/anniversary celebration.
And maybe you’ve been so busy working to pay for it that time is slipping
away. Yet, you still want to throw a wildly successful bash in Highland
Park. If only you could have a “menu” of creatively designed parties,
and could even stop there for lunch or dinner to finalize your decision!
Well, Terri Pedone’s Lincolnshire Gourmet has the solution. An
event at her Lincolnshire location is shown above—that place has been
booming since opening in ’04.
After totally redesigning the old Quizno’s site at Green Bay and
Central, Terri “The Originator” has just that menu of “camera-ready,”
catered celebrations including: “The Brazilian,” “the Gourmet,” “Tea
Party” (for showers, etc.), “The Reception” (weddings/bar mitzvahs) and
“Studio 54” (for the disco set who might not be familiar with Steve Dahl).
For other moods, there’s the sophisticated “After Dark,” “The Pairing” for
those wishing to include wine-tasting, “The Book Club” (perfect little
appetizers that are real page-turners), and my favorite, “Game Night!” to
build around the Cubs/Sox civil war, Super Bowl or NCAA tournament.
All of these events are complete, from the award-winning chefs preparing
your food on site to setups at their sleek 675 Central Avenue site! There
is even a cozy little open-air “private nook” for those intimate times
when you want to be alone! Check out their amazing new website at
www.lincolnshiregourmet.com, or call 847-432-6600, and select a
celebration! Elegantly fresh Ravinia baskets are also available!
42 / Summer 2007
PHOTO: James Lederer, Back Back, LLC,. starving artist that he is….
Tidbits
Bella Via (1899 Second Street, 847-681-8300) will be opening up a
rustic outdoor café in the shade behind the restaurant. Dine before Ravinia
or a movie in old world charm (with 100-150 of your friends!): antique
tables, umbrellas and brick pavers. Call for reservations, and just tell them
Jim said he’d save you a table! And another al fresco place: Tapis
Rouge (581 Roger Williams, 847-681-1401) will unveil a patio this
summer, adding about 25 seats to its front end. It’s an easy stroll to the
Ravinia grounds, so why not make your reservations?
Jim Lederer always has a lot on his plate, but if you can eat it
or drink it in Highland Park, he wants to hear about it. Send
your news of restaurants, caterers, groceries and beverages to
jim@bluegrasshp.com or call 847-831-0595.
Bluegrass Martini
Serves one, but that’s all you need.
Bar supplies: Cocktail shaker, ice cubes, chilled martini glass
Ingredients
2 oz. VOX Vodka
2 oz. Dekuyper Blueberry Schnapps
11 ⁄ 2 oz. Dekuyper Blue Curaçao
1 oz. sour mix
2 oz. frozen blueberries
Method
Put ice into shaker; add vodka, schnapps and Curaçao. Shake six
times. Place frozen blueberries in glass. Take shaker and glass to
table. Shake six more times, and pour slowly into glass over the
berries. Ahhhh! (This martini has consistently outsold the
Cosmopolitan since it was conceived it in 2004!)
Courtesy of Bluegrass

Chamber professionals offer expertise you can use today
Housing market has new incentive
Robin Wilson, Baird & Warner
Not only is there a glut of houses on the market, and not only are interest
rates still low, but the government is offering new encouragement for
certain buyers: a tax deduction for private mortgage insurance (PMI) for
qualified home buyers who make a purchase in 2007. This is at present a
this-year-only provision, passed late last year, but could be extended.
Private mortgage insurance is something mortgage lenders require
borrowers to buy when the down payment on a purchase is less than 20
percent of the purchase price or appraised value, whichever is lower. It
protects the lender from loan defaults. Typically PMI will cost you 0.3-0.9
percent of the loan each year. The traditional upside to PMI is that a buyer
is able to purchase a home with a small down payment, say 0-15 percent.
Many younger or first-time buyers don’t want to wait to accumulate the
traditional 20 percent down.
An alternative to a loan requiring PMI would be an ”80/10/10” loan,
whereby a borrower actually gets two loans, one at 80 percent of the
purchase price and a second at 10 percent. The second, smaller loan is
known as a “piggyback,” and normally carries a higher interest rate than the
primary loan. The remainder of the equation is a 10 percent downpayment.
Compare these example loans for a borrower with a credit score of 680.
• Combo loan: Based on recent rates, if you buy a $500,000 home using
80/10/10 financing, the first mortgage would be at 6.25% and cost
$2,462.87 per month principal and interest. The second mortgage
would be at 8.5% and cost $768.91 per month. Your total monthly
payment for a combo loan: $3,232.
• 100 percent financing with PMI: If you buy the same house with
nothing down and PMI insurance, the first mortgage would still be at
6.25% but payable at $3,079, and PMI insurance adds another $400
per month. Your total monthly payment: $3,479. However, that $400 is
tax deductible if the is loan closed in 2007.
To get rid of the PMI insurance requirement, you could wait two years and
then obtain an appraisal to show that your equity has grown to at least 20
percent. If you do, your monthly payment drops to $3,079 and in month
63 of the loan, you will reach the point where you will have paid less than
if you had piggy backed.
In the past, the advantage of having two loans was that you could
deduct interest on both of them. Paying PMI was throwing money out the
window. Now the tide has turned, and buyers may have a net advantage
paying for PMI and taking it as a deduction as well. However, not everyone
qualifies. Here are the limitations:
• The tax deduction applies only to new or refinanced mortgages closed
in 2007.
• Your adjusted gross income cannot be more than $100,000.
• You must itemize deductions. If your mortgage is less than about
$130,000, you won’t pay enough interest to match the standard
deduction.
Banking experts anticipate that about one million Americans who buy a
home this year will benefit from this provision. But what does it mean to
you? According to the 2000 Census, the median household income in
Highland Park is $100,967, so many current Highland Park families would
not qualify under the salary cap. But certainly, many of the children and
grandchildren of local family could benefit when entering the housing
market for the first time.
As with any home purchase, you should make sure you have a good
lender working on your behalf. Carefully consider the recommendations
you receive. Take a serious look at mortgage insurance as well as the
alternative piggyback loan option. Piggyback loans often have a much
higher interest rates than the primary loan, and if you’re putting down less
than 20 percent, you still may be better off in the long run paying for
mortgage insurance.
For more information on real estate market facts in your
area, or for advice on building a real estate portfolio, contact
Robin Wilson at Baird & Warner, 847-266-4757, or visit
www.wilsonliving.com.
Calling All Writers
six00threefive magazine is unique among area
publications. We never accept—much less expect—
payment in exchange for editorial coverage. On the
contrary, this magazine exists as a gallery of original
writing on extremely local matters.
Each and every one of our readers is encouraged to
share the remarkable stories that might never be told if we
didn’t hear from you. We will assign a writer to the story and
our editorial staff will work with you to bring your cherished
concept to press. Original photography is welcome, too.
We offer editorial services at no charge, and are looking
for professional writers intereted in taking on an
assignment for a modest (but most appreciative) payment.
Build your portfolio while giving back to our community. For
an assignment or to pitch your story, please call 847-432-
0284 or email frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com.
Summer 2007 / 43

And we have a winner! Lorena Bock was just hanging out with
a cup of coffee and a copy of six00threefive, when she came upon the
chance to win $100 just for reading the issue and answering five
questions. On March 30, our editor drew Lorena’s name from among the
slew of correct answers sent in by mail, email and fax. It turns out she had
some interesting stories of her own to share. The Bock family has been in
Highland Park since the 1840s, when great-great-grandfather Raymond
Bock arrived. He designed and built homes for the U.S. Government at
Fort Sheridan. He was also, Lorena told us, the city’s first fire chief. In
succeeding generations, the Bocks owned what was if not the first grocery
in Highland Park, certainly the first one with refrigeration; that store was
on Central Avenue. David’s father Arthur attended the old Deerfield
Shields school, which became Highland Park High School. Lorena tells us
that she and husband David were both born in Highland Park Hospital.
She grew up in Highwood, David in California, but he returned here for
his junior year at HPHS, where Lorena was also a student. They remain
here in Highland Park, and their daughter Christina is studying at the
University of Kansas in Lawrence.
Any kids in your family? If they are in middle school or high
school in Highland Park, they can enter the Trivia Contest in
this issue. Please see page 20 for details, and their chance to
win $100 in Gift Checks.
Speaking of gift checks…Are you looking for just the right
something for a recent graduate, favorite teacher, wedding shower or back
to camp treat? Or perhaps you are the kind of person who always likes to
have a great gift on hand. Whatever the need or occasion, the Highland
Park Chamber of Commerce has a wonderful Gift Check Program. Gift
checks are actual checks, in $20 denominations, that may be used by the
recipient to purchase food, beverages, merchandise and services from any
participating Chamber member business. The gift checks are available at the
Highland Park Chamber of Commerce at 508 Central Avenue (Suite 206),
and at the Highland Park Bank & Trust at 1949 St. Johns Avenue. For more
information, please call the Chamber office at 847-432-0284.
When did you say that was? There is always something going
on in Highland Park, literally every day of the year. Make sure you never
miss a great event. Visit the Highland Park Information Gateway,
www.highlandpark.org. Follow the link to Community Calendars; the
Civic Calendar is helpfully color coded to draw your attention to City,
Library and District 112 events, while providing links to Park District and
HPHS calendars. Local businesses will also want to check in at
www.ehighlandpark.com for the current schedule of the Highland Park
Chamber of Commerce.
44 / Summer 2007
Sneak peek at Fashion Week We can’t tell you everything;
that wouldn’t be any fun. But we can let out a few tantalizing hints about
Fashion Week 2007. If you missed the unique launch of this city-wide
event last fall, you won’t want to let that happen again. Preview what’s
hot for the coming seasons. Will we be wearing short or long for our hair
and hemlines? Muted or bold? Posies or patterns or plaids? Are stripes
wide, narrow or pin? Will shoes be high or low, open or closed? And
what will we carry? Over-the shoulder or chic clutches? Maybe lots of
roomy pockets for stashing our stuff! We’ll also forecast the looks in fine
jewelry, cosmetics and much more. If it has color and texture and shape,
they’ll show it all off. The gorgeous runway show is scheduled for Friday,
September 28, with a cocktail kickoff event the previous Tuesday. Details
will be posted next month at the Chamber website,
www.ehighlandpark.com, or call 847-432-0284—especially if you want
to be sure that your business will participate.
From the first word to the last, six00threefive is your
magazine. We welcome new ideas and new writers. Please
call 847-432-0284 or email frontdesk@ehighlandpark.com.
1 �� ������������
������ ���������� ����� �� �������� ������
�����������������������������������������
�����������������������������������������
������ ����� �� ���� ������������� ����� ����� ��� ���� �������������� ��� �� ��� ��� ��������� ��� ��������
���� �� �� ��� ��� ��� ��������� ����� ������� �� ��� ������� ���� ��� �� ��� ����� ���� ��� ����� ������
����������������
������������
��������������
�����������
www.THELOCKUP.com
� ���� ���� ������
� ���������� ��������
� ������������ ��������
� ������ ��� ������� ��������
� ����������� ������
����������������������
�����������������������
������������
��������������������������������������������������

T H I S S U M M E R
IT’S ALL THERE
AT THE SQUARE
ADESSO
A PEA IN THE POD
DAIRY QUEEN
FLAVORS
NEW BALANCE NORTH SHORE
NORTHSHORE COOKERY
NORTH SUBURBAN WELLNESS
PORT CLINTON JEWELERS
STARBUCKS
STASH’S/GUIDO’S PASTARIA
STATIONERY STATION
SUSHI BADAYA
TALES &TOYS
THE MALE ROOM
WALKER BROTHERS
WAVES HAIR SALON
PORT CLINTON SQUARE
THE SQUARE IN THE CENTER OF DOWNTOWN
HIGHLAND PARK ON CENTRAL AVENUE
Indoor Parking, 3 Hours Free
847.433.5306 x10
www.PortClintonSquare.com
SAVE
THE DATE!
August 25th-26th
10am-6pm