A secular, college-prep microschool through grade 12

Prairie Paideia, NFP

A secular, diverse, college prep, alternative learning community focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity for students elementary through high school (full-time, part-time or hybrid). We emphasize critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills across all levels. We have three levels of mixed-aged small cohorts that allow for differentiation that ensures all students are stretched without being stressed. We are college-prep without college pressure. Students are placed by ability vs. age and we are low-tech, but not no-tech. Our students use real books and writing utensils. Bullying is not tolerated here and we have a longstanding community culture of respect and encouragement among students and adults. Classes are taught in an eclectic combination of styles that includes themed, project-based, Modeling Instruction drawn from various pedagogies. We offer Advanced Placement (many project-based) and dual-enrollment. Let's talk about how to change your child's trajectory.

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Naperville

Illinois

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Affirm Behavioral Health, PLLC is a professional mental heal

Affirm Behavioral Health, PLLC

Affirm Behavioral Health, PLLC is a professional mental health clinic located at 5120 Main St., Suite 105, in Downers Grove, IL. The practice provides compassionate, evidence-based outpatient care to individuals, couples, and families seeking support for their mental well-being. Appointments are available Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Saturday sessions offered by appointment. The clinic specializes in a wide range of therapeutic services, including counseling for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and PTSD. They also provide expert support for relationship issues, grief and loss, stress management, burnout, and women’s wellness. Their clinical approach is designed to help clients uncover underlying challenges, recognize personal strengths, and develop practical strategies for long-lasting, positive change. Patients can expect a structured and transparent experience, beginning with an initial screening and a clear intake process that includes benefits verification and Good Faith Estimates. By prioritizing a collaborative and personalized treatment plan, Affirm Behavioral Health ensures that every client receives dedicated support throughout their journey toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Downers Grove

Affirm Behavioral Health, PLLC is a professional mental health clinic located at 5120 Main St., Suite 105, in Downers Grove, IL. The practice...

ChewsWisely Dental Implant Center

ChewsWisely Dental Implant Center, a state-of-the-art dental implant facility conveniently located in Downers Grove, has proudly served the western suburbs of Chicago for over 60 years. Donald J. Provenzale, DDS, an ABOI Board Certified implantologist, is the owner and founder. As an internationally recognized expert in the field, he also consults with many other patients on complex cases or for second opinions. ChewsWisely's dedicated and compassionate staff provide a full compliment of services and a welcoming environment as well as the latest in dental implant technologies to ensure more predictable outcomes.

David Giuliani

Burr Ridge

ChewsWisely Dental Implant Center, a state-of-the-art dental implant facility conveniently located in Downers Grove, has proudly served the western...

Telehealth, GLP-1 Weight Loss, and HRT. Plans from $29/mo.

Fit For Duty Rx

Fit For Duty Rx is a telehealth and wellness membership built for people who are tired of waiting rooms, copays, and taking time off work just to see a doctor. One membership covers it all: unlimited online visits with licensed providers, no charge per visit, 24/7 urgent care, primary care, and behavioral health support. Medications on our formulary are free when prescribed, and every membership includes a prescription discount card for everything else. Beyond everyday care, we offer physician-supervised wellness programs including medical weight loss with GLP-1s, hormone replacement therapy, peptides, men's and women's health, and more. Confidential intake from home, shipped discreetly to your door. It's not insurance, and it's not meant to replace it. Keep your insurance for specialists and emergencies. Use Fit For Duty Rx for everything in between, and stop paying out of pocket for routine care. Founded right here in the western suburbs by a 22-year EMS veteran who watched too many people put off care they needed. Built By First Responders. For Those Who Never Stop. Plans start at $29/month. No insurance required. Cancel anytime.

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Help for your IL & WI real estate & estate planning needs.

McCormick Law Firm LLC

Eron McCormick is the Principal Owner of The McCormick Law Firm, LLC, where he focuses on real estate law, estate planning, and business and transactional matters. Since founding his practice in 2014, Eron has built a reputation for helping clients navigate some of life’s most important decisions with clarity and confidence. Whether assisting with the purchase or sale of a home, structuring a business, or planning for the future, he takes a practical, client-centered approach that emphasizes clear communication and informed decision-making. Eron graduated cum laude from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in 2014, where he served as an Associate Editor of the Journal of Clinical and Practical Law. He earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from Northeastern Illinois University, with a minor in Communications. During his time there, he served as Student Government President, competed on the Model Illinois Government Moot Court Team, and was inducted into Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society. Licensed in Illinois since 2014 and Wisconsin since 2022, Eron also represents clients with cross-border real estate matters, particularly those selling and purchasing property in Wisconsin. He is admitted to practice before the Illinois Northern District Bankruptcy Court and is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Illinois State Bar Association, Wisconsin State Bar Association, Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association, and DuPage County Bar Association. Eron and his team are committed to giving back to the community, offering discounts to first responders, veterans, and military families. He was recognized as an Elite Lawyer in 2025. Outside of his practice, Eron enjoys spending time in Wisconsin’s Northwoods and Lake Geneva with his family and dog Jasper, further strengthening his connection to the communities he serves.

DuPage

Winfield

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Edward Jones

Throughout our lives, we take on various roles that help define who we are. In my case, I have had the privilege of serving as a financial advisor, author, marathoner, cancer survivor and caregiver. I have spent the past 25 years helping families achieve their financial goals. After graduating from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Arts in political science, I joined Edward Jones in 1998. During my tenure, I served in many leadership positions within the firm. In 2018, I became a regional leader for the Chicago western suburbs, overseeing 58 branch teams serving thousands of families. I became a general partner with Edward Jones in 2020. I take a very personalized approach to financial advising. My branch team includes Joyce Marzo. We take the time to learn what is important to our clients and I tailor a strategy to help them achieve their goals. Together we are committed to providing our clients and business partners exceptional service. In my practice, I typically work with three generations of families, helping them navigate life's financial challenges. As a marathoner, I have completed multiple races, including the Chicago Marathon, and I have found that the discipline and focus required for long-distance running has helped me in other areas of my life. As a cancer survivor and caregiver, I have gained valuable insights into the challenges that life can throw our way. These experiences have taught me the importance of perseverance, empathy and proactive planning, and I bring these values to my work as a financial advisor. When I am not wearing my professional hat, I enjoy spending time with my family. I am married to Enrique, and together we have two children, Sofia and Andy. Our family also includes a lovable Great Pyrenees named Ellie. One of our favorite ways to unwind is by spending time at our family cabin in NW Wisconsin, where we can disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life and enjoy the beauty of nature.

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LISLE, IL — Morton Arboretum is teaming up with EQuality Downers Grove (EQDG) to present an all-ages pride night on July 30. The event will feature arts and crafts, activities for kids, live music and concessions. Representatives from LGBTQ+ organizations including Youth Outlook and PFLAG will be on hand to share information. Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots will perform live children's music at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Click the link to <a href="https://mortonarb.org/explore/activities/events/pride-night/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">buy tickets to Morton Arboretum</a>. What: Pride Night at Morton Arboretum When: July 30 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Where: Morton Arboretum, 4100 Rte. 53, Lisle

LISLE, IL — Morton Arboretum is teaming up with EQuality Downers Grove (EQDG) to present an all-ages pride night on July 30.

The event will feature arts and crafts, activities for kids, live music and concessions. Representatives from LGBTQ+ organizations including Youth Outlook and PFLAG will be on hand to share information. Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots will perform live children's music at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Click the link to <a href="https://mortonarb.org/explore/activities/events/pride-night/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">buy tickets to Morton Arboretum</a>. What: Pride Night at Morton Arboretum

When: July 30 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Where: Morton Arboretum, 4100 Rte. 53, Lisle

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Andrea Earnest

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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

It’s the biggest SALE of the year in Downtown Downers Grove! More than 20 downtown DG businesses will be bringing the bargains outside for a can’t-miss Sidewalk Sale. Score amazing deals on unique finds, then take a break and recharge at one of our delicious restaurants.BONUS! BE one of the first 25 shoppers to stop by our office starting at 10 AM on Thursday &amp; Friday will receive a swag bag with a Downtown Downers Grove Gift Card to spend during the Sidewalk Sale! Gift cards will range from $5-$50. Visit our <a href="https://www.downtowndg.org/whats-happening/sidewalk-sale-downtown-downers-grove/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">website</a> for more information. As always double check with your favorite business as hours &amp; specials are subject to change.Don’t forget to participate in the Loyal to Local program while you are shopping and dining and you could win our $50 Downtown DG Gift Card weekly giveaway!

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Sidewalk Sale Downtown Downers Grove

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Naperville Wellness & Salt Cave

Breathing is automatic, but it is also something we can influence. That makes the breath a useful bridge between what the body does on its own and what we can consciously choose to change.
In somatic yoga, breathing is not treated as a performance. There is no prize for taking the deepest breath or holding it the longest. Instead, we notice how the breath is moving today and use simple techniques to make breathing feel easier, slower and less restricted.
Why focus on the exhale?
Many people are accustomed to being told to “take a deep breath.” That instruction can be helpful, but it is only half of the process. A comfortable, complete exhale creates room for the next inhale to arrive naturally.
When we are rushed, worried or physically tense, breathing may become quick and shallow. We may lift the shoulders, tighten the jaw or repeatedly inhale without fully releasing the previous breath. A slower exhale can help interrupt that pattern.
Research on slow breathing suggests that it can support the body’s natural relaxation response. In everyday language, lengthening the exhale gently tells the body that it may be safe to soften. The heart rate may begin to settle, unnecessary muscular effort may decrease and attention can return to the present moment. [National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health](<a href="https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/relaxation-techniques-what-you-need-to-know)" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">nccih.nih.gov/health/relaxation-techniques-what-you-need-to-know)</a>
A simple breathing practice
Try this while seated comfortably or lying down:
1. Allow your shoulders and jaw to soften. 2. Breathe in gently through your nose for a count of four. 3. Breathe out slowly for a count of six. 4. Pause naturally, without holding or straining. 5. Repeat for three to five comfortable rounds.
The exact numbers are not important. The purpose is simply to let the exhale last a little longer than the inhale. If counting creates tension, stop counting and imagine the breath flowing out like air slowly leaving a balloon.
The breath should remain quiet and comfortable. Bigger is not always better. For some people, repeatedly forcing deep breaths can cause lightheadedness or anxiety. If that happens, return to your ordinary breathing and rest.
What makes this somatic?
The word somatic refers to experiencing the body from within. Rather than trying to make the body look a certain way, somatic yoga asks questions such as:
* Where do I feel the breath moving? * Does one side of my rib cage move more easily? * Am I tightening my stomach, throat or shoulders? * What changes when I slow the exhale? * Can I use less effort?
These questions help build body awareness without judgment. Over time, a person may begin to recognize signs of tension earlier and develop practical ways to respond.
Breathing in a salt cave
A salt cave provides a quiet, low-light environment that may make it easier to turn attention inward. The stillness of the room can help participants hear and feel their breathing without the usual distractions of daily life.
The breathing practice itself remains the central tool. A salt cave should be understood as a setting for relaxation and mindful movement, not as a replacement for medical care or a guaranteed treatment for a health condition.
A skill that travels with you
One of the most useful things about breath awareness is that it does not require special equipment. The same longer exhale practiced during yoga can be used before sleep, while sitting in traffic, ahead of a difficult conversation or during a stressful workday.
The goal is not to control every breath. It is to become familiar enough with your breathing that, when tension rises, you know how to create a little more room.
Sometimes the most effective place to begin is not with another big inhale, but with a patient, unhurried exhale. You are invited to join me for this six week series on Thursdays at the salt cave.

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Lyons Township High School South Campus

Based on Natalie Babbitt’s beloved best-selling children’s fantasy novel, this spellbinding play is a heartwarming exploration of love, family, and what it truly means to be alive. Perfect for audiences of most ages and great for family chats!
In 1880, 14-year-old Winnie Foster — trapped by the rules of her strait-laced family — runs away and discovers the humble Tuck family, who accidentally stumbled upon a spring that gave them eternal life. Winnie promises to keep their secret, but a mysterious stranger arrives with intentions to steal the immortal water. Ultimately, Winnie must choose: join them in an everlasting adventure, or live a life of ordinary beauty.

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Bricks & Minifigs Naperville

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/bamnaperville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>Naperville's Bricks and Minifigs is going big for July! For the entire month, every Wednesday (July 8, 15, 22, 29) will be Kid’s Build Night from 5:30-6:30 pm! 
 
20% off Project Bags and Bulk for all ages 5:30 pm to close! 
 
Is your 5–17-year-old ready to explore sets they may have never seen before - or create MOCs (my own creations) from tables full of bricks? 
 
At our free Kid's Build Night, participants can choose their own adventure: Pick a project bag from themes like Star Wars, Castle, CITY, and build from instructions. 
 
First to Arrive, First to Build. Free, Ages 5-17. Only 20 spots available. Check out our socials for other upcoming fun summer events!&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bamnaperville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Instagram: BAMnaperville</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BAMnaperville" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Facebook: BAMnaperville</a>

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Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, lisle, Il

Veggie Fest Chicago 2026, Returns August 8–9 as One of North America's Largest Healthy living and Wellness Festivals. FREE Admission and FREE Parking • More Than 40,000 Visitors Expected for Two Days of Health, Meditation, Great Food, Music, Family Fun, and&nbsp; Inspiration Veggie Fest Chicago, one of North America's largest and longest-running health, wellness, and lifestyle festivals, will return to&nbsp;Danada South Park in Lisle, Illinois, on Saturday and Sunday, August 8–9, 2026, welcoming an anticipated&nbsp;more than 40,000 attendees&nbsp;from across the&nbsp; Midwest and beyond. Now in its sixteenth year, Veggie Fest Chicago has become one of the Midwest's premier&nbsp;summer festivals, attracting families, health enthusiasts, food lovers, wellness seekers, and individuals interested in discovering practical approaches to healthier, and&nbsp;more fulfilling lives. Featuring&nbsp;FREE Admission and FREE Parking, the &nbsp;festival offers visitors an unparalleled opportunity to experience inspiring speakers, wellness programming, international cuisine, family activities, live entertainment, and much more. Held at&nbsp;Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, Lisle, Illinois, Veggie Fest Chicago 2026 will take place from&nbsp;11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day, offering a rich and diverse array of educational, cultural, culinary, and family-friendly experiences. Highlights of Veggie Fest Chicago 2026 Include:
 Prominent guest speakers&nbsp;from the fields of health, wellness, personal development, and spirituality, as well as highly accomplished leaders and innovators who have achieved extraordinary success in their respective fields  Famous international food court&nbsp;featuring exceptional vegetarian and vegan cuisine from around the world  More than 75 vendors and exhibitors&nbsp;showcasing health, wellness, sustainability, and lifestyle products and services  Live cooking demonstrations&nbsp;featuring healthy and flavorful cuisine  The popular Children's Activity Tent, offering games, crafts, performances, educational activities, and interactive experiences for children of all ages  Live music featuring some of Chicago's favorite local bands and performers  Meditation and yoga sessions&nbsp;throughout the festival Over the years, Veggie Fest Chicago has become a signature Midwest event, attracting visitors from throughout the United States and internationally. Whether attendees are interested in improving their health, learning meditation techniques, enjoying delicious food, spending quality time with family, discovering wellness resources, or simply enjoying a memorable summer weekend outdoors, Veggie Fest Chicago offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Additional information, speaker schedules, exhibitor information, volunteer opportunities, and festival updates are available at <a href="https://www.veggiefestchicago.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">veggiefestchicago.org</a>
Event Information What:&nbsp;Veggie Fest Chicago 2026 When:&nbsp;Saturday, August 8, and Sunday, August 9, 2026 Time:&nbsp;11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily Where:&nbsp;Danada South Park, 2701 Navistar Circle, Lisle, Illinois 60532 Admission:&nbsp;FREE Parking:&nbsp;FREE Expected Attendance:&nbsp;More than 40,000 visitors Website:&nbsp;VeggieFestChicago.org About Veggie Fest Chicago Veggie Fest Chicago is one of North America's largest and longest-running health, wellness and lifestyle festivals. The annual event brings together physicians, researchers, wellness experts, educators, meditation teachers, performers, exhibitors, and community organizations to inspire healthier living through education, meditation, wellness practices, compassionate living, and community engagement. 
Media Contact Jonathan Kruger, 630-842-922

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