Step into Azura and Step out in Style!!!!

Major holiday specials and sales are happening at Azura! Wow your guests at your next holiday party! Check 'em out at www.azuraboutique.com and facebook.com/Azura-Boutique

Azura Boutique
4818 N. Prospect Rd.
Peoria Heights, IL 61616

Christmas Coupon Expires Soon!!!!

Bring in this exclusive Numéro coupon for $10 off your next purchase at Apricot Lane. Shop for that special someone in your life or splurge on a little something for yourself to complete your holiday look! Hurry, this expires December 15th!

Apricot Lane
Located in the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
5201 W. War Memorial Drive Ste. 240
Peoria, IL 61615
www.apricotlanepeoria.com

Holiday Happy Hour!

Coquito (Traditional Tropical Eggnog)
4 egg yolks (Organic free range)
2 cans of coconut milk
1 can of condensed milk
1 can of evaporated milk
1 cup of coconut rum
1 1/2 cup of 10 Cane rum
1 cup of 151 proof rum
1 vanilla bean
cinnamon sticks
Separate the egg yolks from the whites and place in a large sauce pan. Stir up the yolks until smooth but do not whip. Stir in the evaporated milk. Once mixed add the condensed milk. Mix until smooth. Add the coconut milk and simmer on low heat. Use a thermometer, do not let the temp exceed 138 degrees. Split the vanilla bean length wise with a knife and slide the back side of the knife down the bean to remove the inside and stir in. Now add the rum slowly and stir while mixing. Let the mixture cool and place in clean glass bottles. Add one cinnamon stick per bottle and refrigerate. Yield: 1.5L.
“I actually cut it in half for you—If you would like you can double up the recipe,” notes Rafael Tenjo, Liquid Engineer. “The coquito will stay good in the fridge for up to 2 months. In my house it doesn't usually last that long. You can also adjust the strength of the rum to taste. Be careful, this mixture hides its potency well." (Recipe provided by Rafael Tenjo, Liquid Engineer).
Get it at Harvest Café or pick up ingredients at Hometown Wines and Spirits and make it at home....

TRADITION HAS HIT STANDS!!!

Do you have a favorite holiday tradition?? Lots of locals shared their traditions with us and tell about the festivities in their home countries too! Pick one up today!!

Azura: Things are Heating Up

Don't let your outerwear be as cold as the climate, heat things up and turn some heads this winter with all of the fabulous buys and friendly service at Azura in the Heights. Have a difficult person to shop for, just ask the knowledgeable staff for their great advice! Tell 'em Numéro sent ya!

www.azuraboutique.com

Pink Sugar Black Friday and Saturday Sales!

Make the commitment to supporting local small businesses on the biggest shopping weekend of the year, they keep our economy running and add the personal touch that really means something.

$10 OFF Your Purchase At Apricot Lane

Take advantage of some outstanding shopping at Apricot lane with their $10 OFF Numéro special! Just bring in this November ad to receive your discount, from jewels to jeans you are sure to find the perfect gift for someone or even for yourself!
Here's a taste of what's in store!

OPEN HOUSE at GREGG FLORIST TODAY

Check out all the latest in holiday decor, unique gifts, and arrangements today at Gregg Florist from 8-4:30 and experience the Winter Palace theme. Shop local this year!

Gregg Florist

1015 E. War Memorial Drive

Peoria Heights, IL

309.688.0725

11/4 SKIN BY MARY OPEN HOUSE

Mark your calendar for Skin By Mary’s 1st Anniversary and Three Paths Massage 2nd Anniversary and Holiday Open House. It will be held in conjunction with Junction City’s Holiday Walk, so enjoy an evening out with carriage rides, visiting the shops at Junction City and celebrating our anniversary with us.

Hours are 5:00 - 9:00, but you are invited to attend our VIP hour at 4:00. We will have even more specials available to our valued clients during that hour.

Are you covered?

Call Aaron Freitag at State Farm Insurance to get a quote today!
3305 N Prospect, Peoria, IL
PH: 309.682.6618
AaronFreitag.com

PUPIL HITS STANDS!!!

Can you believe it! September is here! Time for back to school and buckling down after a lovely summer of adventures. Here is what you can expect to see in Numéro this month! (Bonus points this month if you can guess whose eye and better yet who is reflected in the eye!)

Pick up an issue today!

• Modern Pupil by Shanna Shipman
• Teacher-Student Relationships by Shelli Dankoff
• The Eyes Have It by Jenny Murphy
• Helping Those Who Cannot See by Pam Tomka

PERFECT PEAR SALE!!

Hello Readers, Summer Dresses and Bottoms have just been marked to 50-70% OFF at A Perfect Pear Boutique! Stylish tops are now 40% OFF! Stop in today or visit their website :)
www.APerfectPearBoutique.com

August has arrived and so has BEAT!

Sorry I'm late posting this! We've been crazy busy here at the Numéro offices, lots of creatively exciting things going on! Even though it's been a hot sultry summer, you can beat the heat with this hot off the presses issue.

Here's what you'll find this month!

• Five Signs it's Time to Beat It - Dina Emser
• Drumming for All - Jenny Murphy
• Off the Beaten Path - Pam Tomka
• Beating the Odds - Shanna Shipman
• Never Miss a Beat - Nicole Blackburn

Drop it like it's HOT!!! SPARK!!!!!!

Have you picked up the New Issue!!?! I hope all of our readers had a lovely and safe 4th!! Here is what to look for in the newest issue of Numéro, take care when handling, the cover's pretty hot!

• Summer Spark by Dina Emser
• The Spark that Keeps You Moving and Thinking by H Wayne Wilson
• Sparks of Lightning by Pam Tomka
• Catching Freelance Fire by Shanna Shipman
• From Sparks to Art by Nicole Blackburn

www.NumeroPublishing.com

Last Day for the Survey!

We want to get to know our Numéro readers better, fill out our speedy survey, leave a comment letting us know that you did on the Facebook page and your name is entered into a drawing for a $100 gift certificate from WeaverRidge!! Go golfing or get a fantastic meal with it! Click here to fill it out now!

Local and Luxury do go together!

Looking to relocate? Out growing your current residence? Looking to invest? Contact Sean Seckel today at PeoriaLuxuryHomes.com

Denim Event At Azura!

Dressy or casual, denim is a great staple to add to your summer wardrobe! Check out all the great brands at Azura that will have you looking sleek and chic!

Visit Moneyville at Lakeview Museum!

Money isn’t just about dollars and cents. The ancient Aztecs used chocolate for money, and Yap Islanders used 500-lb. stones! So what is money and how does it work? Now families, adults, and children can explore the history, science, math, and economics behind money in Moneyville, a highly interactive and immersive traveling exhibition. Learn more at Lakeview-Museum.org

Tomorrow at the Zoo!!! Drink of the Month!

Tomorrow, June 24th, at 6pm you can enjoy the Peacocktail at the Zoo-To-Do event, promoting the growth of the Peoria Zoo. This special event will include a gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Josh Adams of June Restaurant, "Choose Your Own Adventure" raffle, cocktails, live entertainment and more! Go Wild this Friday!

Peacocktail by June Restaurant

Rum
Tequila
Lime Juice
Simple Syrup
Blue Curacao

Mix and pour into a martini glass, garnish with a lime twist if desired. Enjoy!

Whatcha Eatin' Wednesday: Morels and Asparagus

Wondering what to do with all of those delicious morels that you saved? Bill More from Your Secret Chef has just the answer!

Wild Morels and Asparagus
Ingredients:
1/4 - 1/2 oz dried wild morels
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup shallots, chopped
1 lb white button mushroom, sliced
1-1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 1 1/2in pieces
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped
salt and pepper

1. In a bowl cover morels with very hot water; soak until soft, about 20 min. Drain and reserve soaking liquid. Cut morels in half, clean insides if needed.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; when butter is hot and foam has subsided, add shallots, morels and button mushrooms. Cook until shallots soften and fresh mushrooms have released their liquid and it has cooked off, about 10min.
3. Add asparagus and 1/2 cup reserved liquid to pan. Bring liquid to a boil, cover, reduce heat so mixture simmers, and continue cooking for another 2 to 4 minutes, or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add cream and chives and continue cooking, uncovered, until sauce thickens slightly and asparagus is tender, about 4 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve!

Recipe provided by Your Secret Chef of Peoria, IL.

Catch that summer flower fever!!

Check out all the cool new merchandise Gregg Florist has to offer, not to mention their unique variety of ultra fresh, long-lasting flowers. Have fun while showing someone how much you care!
www.greggflorist.net

$10 OFF at Pure Bliss!

Check out this highly recommended Aveda salon and day spa, and make an appointment with their friendly staff today. Mention the ad from Numéro and get $10 off of your service!!

6/24 Duryea Days on the Way!

Event details: PeoriaHeightsChamber.com and Facebook!

Is your jean collection starting to fray around the edges, too big, too small? Step into Perfect Pear and find the Perfect Pair!! They have the jeans that will hug your curves and flatter you silly, and the best part is that they're on sale!!!!

Check out their website for the latest trends - www.APerfectPearBoutique.com

Steamboat Classic This Weekend!!!!!

Tighten your laces, get hydrated, slather on some sunscreen and get out to the riverfront, IT'S STEAMBOAT TIME!! Get ready for the 4Mile, 15K, and Junior 4K Races at 7am on Hamilton Street in Peoria, IL. Walk, jog or run, whatever your pace. For additional information and online registration, please visit www.SteamboatClassic.org

Wanna win $100?

We want to get to know our Numéro readers better, fill out our speedy survey, leave a comment letting us know that you did on the Facebook page and your name is entered into a drawing for a $100 gift certificate from WeaverRidge!! Go golfing or get a fantastic meal with it! Click here to fill it out now!

6/24 Zoo-To-Do!!! Are you gonna be there?

Wild Animals, Live Entertainment, Food and Drinks by June, what could be more fun!! Call 309.681.3500 for tickets today!

Act fast! Free tree planting at Hoerr til 6/18

Visit www.HoerrNursery.com!

NEW ISSUE ON STANDS! WILD!

Summer is on the horizon, can you feel the heat? We went all out for July, get wild this season!
Here's what you'll find in Numéro this month:

• Wired for Wild? by Dina Emser
• An Animal in the Wild by H Wayne Wilson
• Wild Child by Shelli Dankoff
• Go Wild in the Park by Pam Tomka
• Wild about Wildflowers by Sandra Rossetti Mitchell

Getting to know our Numéro Readers!

Fill out our Survey and you could win a $100 gift certificate to Weaver Ridge! Once you've completed it, just leave a comment here or under the link on Facebook and instantly be entered into the drawing! Click HERE to get started!

Music at Noir tonight!

Check out their menu and specials at TheNoirBar.com

Make a Statement this Summer!

Apricot Lane in Grand Prairie has just the accessories to make a bold statement when you walk into a room or onto the beach! Check out the latest trends from feathers to chains today!
www.ApricotLanePeoria.com The latest outfits are on facebook!

Have you tried Publik House?

Check out this upscale hotspot and sample their gourmet food and satisfying brews! Review a dish and you could see it in Numéro!

NEW MUSIC TUESDAY: Jared Bartman

Often we find that the old ways are the good ways, and that can definitely be said when it comes to music and how we absorb it. There is a local musician who is doing something rather decidedly different these days--releasing his music on vinyl. Jared Bartman, local indie musician and songwriter, chose to release his two song EP on vinyl just last month and it is being received with open arms. It's time to dust off that turntable! Not only was the method of recording a throwback, but the printing of the record sleeve as well. Jared employed a certain Numéro designer for the cover art and chose to have them printed via a vintage Vandercook letterpress--talk about old school. Not only do you get a sweet piece of vinyl and limited edition work of art, but also the download codes so you can take his songs anywhere you please. To purchase a record, see Jared live or visit his website www.JaredBartman.com

Make this Memorial Day Memorable!

Celebrate like crazy this Memorial Day Weekend at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard!
www.MackinawValleyVineyard.com

Got a tech-loving guy in the house?

With Father's Day right around the corner, Oak Point has a wide variety of top of the line products and services to suit dad's every entertainment need, whether it's hidden outdoor speaker systems, home automation or 3D TV. Let the man in your life know you care with a gift that's he and the whole family will use. Visit www.OakPointTechnologies.com

Take care of your skin this summer!

Tell her Numéro sent ya! www.SkinByMary.com

Balance the Bar by Dina Emser

We often hear people talk about raising the bar. We say it is important to set the bar high for our children, both at school and home, because the accepted belief is that they rise to whatever is expected of them. We also like high bars at work. We scorn mediocrity and push for higher and higher productivity, creativity, and production. We reward people when they do well, and punish them when they disappoint. Well-documented recipe for success, right?

It is true that when the expectations we set for ourselves and others are a bit challenging, we strive towards growth and improvement, great ingredients for engagement. I’m not so sure that the reward/punish cycle is quite as effective as we believe or we wouldn’t be seeing such a profound level of discouragement in so many sectors of our society today.

While challenge is an important element for most of us in terms of our enjoyment and long-term satisfaction in our jobs, our relationships, and our personal growth, safety also needs to be in place before a challenge can be accepted. It can be a tender balance, but when an atmosphere of safety is present, it is easier for us to take on the challenges, prepared to make mistakes in order to learn and progress.

Imagine the bar is the one used in the Olympic event, the High Jump. First of all, who in their right minds would attempt the high jump without the big cushiony support providing a safe place to land on the other side? The improvements made to the landing area alone have changed the sport in terms of the strategies high jumpers now use to clear the bar. And here’s another important strategy: in the early rounds, the bar is set moderately low so that the participants can get their muscles and psyches warmed up for the later challenge. The bar is raised only in very small increments each time, building the jumper’s confidence and positive energy to succeed.

What if we used the same idea when setting the bar for others and ourselves? What if we started small and increased the challenge in small increments, training and warming each time so that the new advancement appeared doable rather than overwhelming? What if we acknowledged each new height with support, appreciation, and applause?

Understanding that challenge is a part of life and that we can meet each challenge as it comes, effectively and confidently, is a very important mindset for success. When you are tempted to set the bar high for yourself, your coworkers, or your children, look first at the sense of safety you have created. Do you feel safe to make a mistake, explore many options, experiment, and possibly make a mess in order to conquer the challenge? Do you feel supported to knock the bar right off the pins in order to take yourself and your colleagues, family, or company to the next level of excellence?

Embrace the tender balance of the bar
—allow safety to support each challenge.

Dina Emser
Dina is a Professional Development Coach who helps people make the most of their current circumstances. For more information about how she works with individuals and groups, and to sign up for her monthly ezine, Work in Progress, go to www.dinaemser.com.

When it comes to your meds, go custom!

Preckshot is Raising the Bar...

We believe that all mankind is created equal. Custom Compounded Medications needed to treat our planet's diverse population in the other hand, are NOT. The world arena demands that we rise above the norm. Preckshot prepares medications with specially trained Pharmacists and Technicians and we are affiliated and compliant with the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists. We obtain chemicals from an FDA-approved facility that verifies purity and content. Preckshot sends its preparations out for 'independent testing' for potency & sterility. Our Experts verify procedure, technique and accuracy, and our Laboratory is equipped with well over a half million dollars in equipment and inventory. Preckshot Professional Pharmacy in Peoria, Illinois practices the highest standards of modern prescription compounding on the planet. We "Preckshot Promise" to continue raisong the pharmaceutical bar on compound at a time...one patient at a time...

Check out the diverse array of services offered at www.PreckshotPharmacy.com

What a great gift for Father's Day...or any Day!

Check out the Woods' wonderful work at www.PortraitLife.com

Celebrate with 15% off all clothes today!

Come celebrate Macy's birthday and get 15% off all clothes! Tell 'em Numéro sent ya!

Buy Two Sale Items, Get Third Free!!!

You can't pass up a deal like this ladies, and don't forget to check out their brand new website!! www.APerfectPearBoutique.com. Tell the ladies at Perfect Pear that Numéro sent ya!

What's for Lunch? LUDY'S!

Okay I know it's only like 10am but you gotta admit this looks mouthwatering! I may be slightly prejudice, perhaps because I got to eat this wonderful burger on a sunny spring evening after the photo was taken...mmm...I could go into a food coma just thinking about it.

Ludy's Famous Cheeseburger
Just five minutes from Grand Prairie, in the heart of Kickapoo sits a family-owned saloon hailed by locals and out-of-towners as having the best burgers around. One inch thick and smothered in cheese, pickle, onion, and lettuce--this burger alone will leave you satisfied, but if you have room match it with the perfect brew and an amazing appetizer.

It's Festival Time!

Planning an event, need Space?

Think Workflow! New event spaces are opening up in the community! Because nothing compliments a great event like good people and a great location! Visit WorkflowPeoria.com

See why it pays to be a fan!

Check out Azura's amazing new location and get lost in the cool merchandise! Also visit them on the web! www.AzuraBoutique.com

Get ready for a "Meteor" Shower!!!

It’s that time of the year again! Golf balls will once again fall over Lakeview Museum’s front lawn for our fourth annual Meteor Shower fundraiser Saturday, May 21, 2011. Our most popular event, this is a family-focused day, showcasing Lakeview at its fullest capacity with educational and cultural programs including art projects, gallery walks, shows in the digital planetarium, inflatable games and much more!

Come spend the whole day with something for every one in your family from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will be highlighted with a golf ball drop, where more than 1,000 golf balls purchased prior to and at the day’s event will be dropped from a helicopter, provided by Green Chevrolet, onto our front lawn.

Purchase a golf ball or two (or more) and you get a chance to win one of our prizes, which include:

• a photography session with Nellie Photography valued at $900

• a 32GB Apple iPad with WiFi + 3G (3G monthly service not included) provided by Better Banks

• an Amazon Kindle provided by Comcast Spotlight

• a round trip for two to Tampa, Florida on Allegiant Air. Generously sponsored by Allegiant Air

Golf Balls are 1 for $10, 3 for $25, 7 for $50, or 10 for $75 and can be purchased at the museum, on our website, or by phone.

Raffle Here is your chance to win a Microsoft Xbox 360 250GB Game Console with Kinect Bundle donated by Vision Care Center! $5 a chance, drawing will be held at 4:00 PM. Don’t miss your chance to win! Need not be present to win. Raffle License # R-27-11

Click here to buy Golf Balls and Raffle Tickets

Contact Jessica Setterlund, Special Events Coordinator, at (309) 686-7000, ext. 147 or jessica@lakeview-museum.org with any questions. Join us for The Night BeFORE! Friday, May 20, 7 – 10 p.m.

Whatcha Eatin' Wednesday: Jonah's

Tired of the same old routine, give Jonah's Seafood House a try. You can't beat that fresh from the ocean taste. JonahsSeafood.com Post a review of your favorite dish and it might wind up in Numéro!