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Sharing Connections: Sharing Connections vision statement is: Tonight, everyone eats at a table and sleeps in a bed. The organization brings together community members by enabling families and businesses to share their gently used furniture and household items with families needing assistance. This is a unique opportunity for the community to directly make an impact by passing on something they no longer need to make a difference in the life of a family. A Man In Recovery: A Man In Recovery Foundation was started by Tim Ryan. It’s primary mission is to help heroin and opiate addicts and their families. Tim believes the most effective approach is to help one addict at a time, guiding that person to see a life from dope to hope. Midwest Shelter For Homeless Veterans: The Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans (MSHV) is a non-profit agency that provides housing, supportive services and community outreach to help homeless and at-risk veterans and their families achieve self-sufficiency.

If entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of an economy, consider Inc.'s ranking of 5,000 companies America's circulatory system. We are proud that a number of our Members made the Inc 5000 list, and today we bring you three of these successful businesses and job creators to you. Our guest panel includes: John Miller –Partner - Klein Hall CPAs Joe Chura - CEO -Dealer Inspire Dealer Inspire BUILT FOR DEALERS Since Day 1 we have built our company to help dealer partners win, and keep winning, by focusing our team on product development and support. That’s why, to this day, we only have 10 salespeople compared to over 450 developers, performance managers, and support staff serving our current partners every day — which has led to a 99% client retention rate and a new standard for website support that we work to push higher every month.Wealth Watchers® is dedicated to teaching and promoting basic financial capability by providing programs for the workplace, classroom, faith-based and community groups. Klein Hall CP

December is upon us, as well as the Holidays! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, this is the time of year when families and friends gather to enjoy time and traditions together! In this episode, the Moms, Cathy, Erica, Saritha and Patti talk about their family traditions that make the holidays special: from special food dishes, to decorating the tree, to time out with friends. In the second half of the show, the Moms discuss extra stress that often comes along with the Holidays. As happy as this time of year is for many, some people struggle with finding balance or navigating family relationships and plans. Cathy, Erica, Saritha and Patti share their struggles and some tips to navigate the holiday season.

History is in Bryan Ogg’s blood. For more than a decade, he served as curator of research at Naper Settlement, a living history museum in Naperville, Illinois. Prior to beginning his career in Naperville, Bryan taught history courses at Illinois Central College in East Peoria, Illinois, and was a member of the staff at the Peoria Historical Society. Other published works of Bryan's include Peoria Spirits: The Story of Peoria’s Brewing and Distilling History; Wish You Were Here: Peoria Edition; and several editions of a monthly column entitled “The Curious Curator” for the Positively Naperville newspaper. He is a frequent guest lecturer at local schools and colleges, service groups, clubs and organizations.

How do you give a eulogy when you can’t think of one good thing to say? A poignant, funny, and candid look at grief, family secrets, difficult people, and learning to look behind the facade. As if being stuffed into last year’s dress pants at his cousin’s wake weren’t uncomfortable enough, thirteen-year-old Jimmy has just learned from his mother that he has to say a few words at the funeral the next day. Why him? What could he possibly say about his cousin, who ruined everything they did? He can’t recall one birthday party, family gathering, or school event with Patrick that didn’t result in injury or destruction. As Jimmy attempts to navigate the odd social norms of the wake, he draws on humor, heartfelt concern, and a good deal of angst while racking his brain and his memory for a decent and meaningful memory to share. But it’s not until faced with a microphone that the realization finally hits him: it’s not the words that are spoken that matter the most, but those that are truly heard.

Today our show focuses on Women and Finance– Taking Control of Your Future. Whether married, single, windowed or a recent graduate, money isn't always a favorite topic for women. Today our guests will discuss ways that women can get up close and personal to their finances and create their own wealth.

The old saying goes that you learn more from failure than success. Yet, today’s teenagers are reporting experiencing high anxiety and depression with the fear of failure being a key factor. Local expert Adam Russo, CEO of Edgewood Clinical Service and author of Unwritten Rules: Real Strategies to Parent Your Child into a Successful Adult, joins the Moms on set to talk about letting kids fail and learn how to handle the emotions that go with it. Helping kids learn consequences for their actions and how to manage their own lives at appropriate stages can go a long way into them becoming healthy, happy, self-starting adults. Adam Russo was a speaker at TEDx Naperville on The Importance of Failure. Teens are spending more than one-third of their days using online media such as online video or music — nearly nine hours on average, this according to a new study from the family technology education non-profit group, Common Sense Media. For tweens, those between the ages of 8 and 12, the average is nearly six

While studying to take her citizenship test, Silvia Hidalgo found her government-provided materials lacking. So she took on the challenge on her own to create a better way! Meet Hidalgo with her new title, How to Be an American. Timely. The current political climate has left many of us wondering how our government actually operates. Sure, we learned about it in school, but if put to the test, how many of us can correctly explain the branches of government? The history of politics? The differences and connections between local government and federal government? Enter How to Be an American. While author and illustrator Silvia Hidalgo was studying for her citizenship test, she quickly found that the materials provided by the government were lacking. In order to more easily absorb the information, Hidalgo started her own illustrated reference to civics facts and American history essentials. She’s collected her findings in How to Be an American, a freshly designed and illustrated two-color guide to all things Ame

Today's show will focus on Immigration. We hear about it on the news and in different media formats. But today we will be discussing what’s really happening with immigration and it’s impact on business.

For many Moms, a lack of sleep is something that is often joked about but in this episode, our Moms, tell us it’s nothing to joke about. Parents also hope that the sleep deprivation is confined to their child’s first 24 months of life; however, our Moms of older children say it doesn’t end there. So, whether it’s younger or older children keeping you awake at night join the Moms as they discuss how they cope with their lack of sleep. The loss of a family member, friend or pet has a ripple effect through a family. In this episode, the Moms discuss how they needed to recognize their own grief as well as help their child through the journey. And, often times, support comes from many different people in their community to help not only their children but also themselves. A difficult but important topic is the subject in this episode of The Naperville Mom’s Network.

From the New York Times bestselling author of A Million Little Pieces and Bright Shiny Morning comes Katerina, James Frey’s highly anticipated new novel set in 1992 Paris and contemporary Los Angeles. A kiss, a touch. A smile and a beating heart. Love and sex and dreams, art and drugs and the madness of youth. Betrayal and heartbreak, regret and pain, the melancholy of age. Katerina, the explosive new novel by America’s most controversial writer, is a sweeping love story alternating between 1992 Paris and Los Angeles in 2018. At its center are a young writer and a young model on the verge of fame, both reckless, impulsive, addicted, and deeply in love. Twenty-five years later, the writer is rich, famous, and numb, and he wants to drive his car into a tree, when he receives an anonymous message that draws him back to the life, and possibly the love, he abandoned years prior. Written in the same percussive, propulsive, dazzling, breathtaking style as A Million Little Pieces, Katerina echoes and complements th

Gangster Al Capone and federal agent Eliot Ness are linked in crime history. And their story is a struggle for control of 1930’s Chicago. Award-winning mystery Grand Master Max Allan Collins and historian A. Brad Schwartz bring the era to life.

In the first thrilling installment of Chloe Neill’s spinoff to the New York Times bestselling Chicagoland Vampires series, a new vampire will find out just how deep blood ties run. As the only vampire child ever born, some believed Elisa Sullivan had all the luck. But the magic that helped bring her into the world left her with a dark secret. Shifter Connor Keene, the only son of North American Central Pack Apex Gabriel Keene, is the only one she trusts with it. But she’s a vampire and the daughter of a Master and a Sentinel, and he’s prince of the Pack and its future king. When the assassination of a diplomat brings old feuds to the fore again, Elisa and Connor must choose between love and family, between honor and obligation, before Chicago disappears forever.

On this episode of Inside the Chamber, we discuss the changing and ever growing field of technology. Join us in our discussion of how women are affecting this growing field, traditionally thought to be primarily male. How is technology changing today's work environment?What are the positives and negatives? Find out! On Inside the Chamber

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 45% of all third graders have cavities. On this episode, the Moms navigate the topic of oral health with special guest, Dr. Manal Ibrahim of Innovative Orthodontic Centers. Dr Ibrahim, a mother of two, shares her expertise and encourages starting oral health as early as one year old to get your child on a positive track. The Moms talk about how a bright and healthy smile can improve a person’s self confidence, especially as they enter junior high. Dr. Ibrihim adds that American Association of Orthodontists recommend the first visit to the orthodontist at seven years old to set a baseline for any future treatment. When is the right time to start having your children mow the lawn, do the dishes or make their beds? On this episode, of the Moms talk about age appropriate responsibility and the struggle to get the right balance. The Moms talk about how it’s important to treat both your son and daughter equally when it comes to chores, when is it

In Anna Quinn’s debut novel, Nora Brown teaches high school English and lives a quiet life in Seattle with her husband and six-year-old daughter. But one November day, moments after dismissing her class, a girl’s face appears above the students’ desks–“a wild numinous face with startling blue eyes, a face floating on top of shapeless drapes of purples and blues where arms and legs should have been. Terror rushes through Nora’s body–the kind of raw terror you feel when there’s no way out, when every cell in your body, your entire body, is on fire–when you think you might die. “Twenty-four hours later, while on Thanksgiving vacation, the face appears again. Shaken and unsteady, Nora meets with neurologists and eventually, a psychiatrist. As the story progresses, a terrible secret is discovered–a secret that pushes Nora toward an even deeper psychological breakdown. This breathtaking debut novel examines the impact of traumatic childhood experiences and the fragile line between past and present. Exquisitely nu

The First Female Muslim American to Medal at the Olympic Games Named one of TIME‘S 100 Most Influential People Growing up in New Jersey as the only African American Muslim at school, Ibtihaj Muhammad always had to find her own way. When she discovered fencing, a sport traditionally reserved for the wealthy, she had to defy expectations and make a place for herself in a sport she grew to love. From winning state championships to three-time All-America selections at Duke University, Ibtihaj was poised for success, but the fencing community wasn’t ready to welcome her with open arms just yet. As the only woman of color and the only religious minority on Team USA’s saber fencing squad, Ibtihaj had to chart her own path to success and Olympic glory. Proud is a moving coming-of-age story from one of the nation’s most influential athletes and illustrates how she rose above it all.

Last month we discussed Summer Rules and Grandparents and believe it or not.....now we are talking back-to-school! For many kids, they are happy to go back, for others bullying and cyber-bullying issues become worse during the school year. This issue is a serious one. As a community, continuing to promote kindness and acceptance is a must. Remember, as parents, we set the tone and example for our kids! We'll be right back with more of the Naperville Moms Network! Back to school creates another shift in the schedule for parents and kids. There is a lot to plan for! How do you handle back-to-school at your houses? We wish you all a smooth & successful back-to-school transition! We appreciate you tuning into another episode of The Naperville Moms Network and remember, you are always invited!

This graphic novel follows a neighborhood of kids who transform ordinary cardboard into fantastical homemade costumes as they explore conflicts with friends, family, and their own identity. "There's room for everyone inside The Cardboard Kingdom, where friendship and imagination reign supreme." --Ingrid Law, New York Times bestselling author of Savvy Welcome to a neighborhood of kids who transform ordinary boxes into colorful costumes, and their ordinary block into cardboard kingdom. This is the summer when sixteen kids encounter knights and rogues, robots and monsters--and their own inner demons--on one last quest before school starts again. In the Cardboard Kingdom, you can be anything you want to be--imagine that! The Cardboard Kingdom was created, organized, and drawn by Chad Sell with writing from ten other authors: Jay Fuller, David DeMeo, Katie Schenkel, Kris Moore, Molly Muldoon, Vid Alliger, Manuel Betancourt, Michael Cole, Cloud Jacobs, and Barbara Perez Marquez. The Cardboard Kingdom affirms t

No school and a new schedule can sometimes throw even the best mom off her game! The moms discuss the annual challenge of setting rules for the summer. Grandparents are an integral part of a family for some and far enough away to have to fly to for others. This relationship can provide many great memories and, at times, some challenges. Family is an important part of all of our lives. We hope you find way to enjoy yours and manage any stress that comes with the territory! Thanks for joining us on the Naperville Moms Network and remember, you are always invited!