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Holiday Magic in Motion:
Ballet 5:8 and Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Unite Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Jean Lachat This holiday season marks an exciting artistic first for the South Suburbs, as Ballet 5:8 and the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) collaborate to present Beyond the Nutcracker. The partnership brings live symphonic performance and original ballet storytelling together on one stage, offering audiences a rich and immersive approach to a seasonal favorite. The collaboration...
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Lincolnway Gift Guide
Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright This time of year brings a cozy feeling to our neighborhoods, full of celebration and connection. Lights glow in windows, tables fill with shared meals, and family traditions take center stage. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, or simply cherish the cozy spirit of the season, this time of year invites us to reflect on what matters most: community, connection, and care. And one of the most powerful ways to nurture those values...
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Professional Services
Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life
Coaching with Randi Lynn Quigley Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright During the holidays, gifts often come wrapped in paper and ribbons, but some of the most meaningful presents are not things at all. For Randi Lynn Quigley, a successful real estate agent and elite business coach, coaching itself can be the greatest gift. “I got into coaching because I know what it feels like to lose everything and rebuild from the ground up,” Randi Lynn says. “Real estate gave me financial success, but...
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Finance + Legal Services
Legacy Planning
A Gift That Lasts Beyond the Holidays Article by Nicole Swanberg Wright | Photography by Jean Lachat The holiday season often inspires reflection. As families gather, conversations naturally turn to traditions, values, and the future. For Joe Dowling of Dowling Financial Services and Wealth Management, it’s also the perfect moment to begin another kind of conversation, one that extends well beyond holiday dinners or gift exchanges. It’s the conversation about legacy. “Legacy planning is the...
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