ABOUT THIS ISSUE: Well, if we ever had a “power issue,” this would probably be it! Barrington area leaders, both elected and voluntary, are found throughout this issue. It's amazing what can be done when people pull together for the betterment of the community, and that's just what is happening right now. We take a close-up look at bringing a Samaritan Center to the Barrington area in "Good Samaritans." Enjoy! Read now.
Good Samaritans: This in-depth cover feature story takes you through the incubation and launch of a much-needed mental health support system for people throughout the greater Barrington area. The Rev. Mary Tudela planted this important seed in the community with support from area clergy who also saw the need. We are pleased to bring you this important story about an quality organization run by some of the area's finest leaders.
Quintessential People: We are pleased to introduce David Hirsch as our Quintessential Person. He is a role model to all of us for his extraordinary ability to balance a dedication to family life with a highly successful financial services career. Meanwhile, he also inspired a movement in Illinois. Read more about this exciting founder of the Illinois Fatherhood Initiative.
Need a break from the usual? Mary Klest presents an interesting and informative feature in her signature style. "Hidden Treasures" will delight you with a trip to local residents' homes as well as upcoming events that showcase the unusual, historic and handmade. Find out what's “in” for all things old.
Down Cellar: Jim Bryant, our own wine expert, recommends great wine buys in “Vintage Values.” Whether red, white or sparkling, take note of Jim's expertise of wines of the world.
Inside 220: Dr. Tom Leonard poses the question of “who learned more from whom” during his exhausting yet exhilarating day of teaching first graders at North Barrington School.
Village Views: Janet Agnoletti was invited by QB to talk about BACOG, the intergovenmental group that helped create the Barrington area we know today, and how they work to make sure it remains the high quality place that it is today.
Don't miss a chance to advertise in our Summer issue due out July 1st. Showcase your business in this JULY/AUGUST 2008 issue! Please make your space reservation by May 19. Completed and approved ads need to be received by QB no later than May 26. For more information, please contact Steve Cook at 847-381-3860 or review our media kit, located in Advertise.
QB'S MEDIA CENTER IS NOW UP! Calling all publicity and public relations personnel and possible QB contributors! We've started our Media Center which is designed to be your go-to place for how to submit information about your event or organization. Also, we love to hear story ideas from our readers and also receive query letters from writers. Ideas such as how to prepare a press release are included. We will continue to make updates and clarifications in this area so check back once in a while as we grow this new area online.
On behalf of the Noon Rotary Club of Barrington, I would like to thank
the staff of Quintessential Barrington for the March/April 2008 article
on the Rotary Clubs of Barrington. Not only was the article well-written
and handled with the utmost professionalism from start to finish, but it
captured the true spirit of what it means to be a Rotarian. We appreciated
your time spent talking to each one of us so as to understand what
Rotary is all about. Because of your article, I am confident our community
is more aware of how our organization touches so many lives both locally
and around the world. One person can make a difference, but a group of
people acting together can truly make dreams come true!
—Burke Groom
President, Noon Rotary Club of Barrington, Barrington
Thank you for your support in assisting the Barrington Junior Women’s
Club in the announcement of Safety Town 2008! As a new member to
BJWC and a novice in the publicity world, your kindness, time, and enthusiasm
were so appreciated. The article and picture are fabulous! We are so
proud to be published in Quintessential Barrington.
—Danielle Schneider, Barrington
For more information on what's happening around Barrington, check out About Town which starts on page 50 on the current issue. There you'll find highlights of the events and the latest news of what's happening around town.
New MPA Member: Quintessential Barrington magazine was recently approved as a new member of the Magazine Publishers of America. The QB team is very excited to join the ranks of the best publications in the U.S. and to join this exciting professional community.
ABC Audited: Quintessential Barrington (QB), published by Quintessential Media Group, Inc. in Barrington, has applied for membership in the Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC). Established in 2005, QB magazine has increased its readership audience and is working with ABC to verify its circulation for advertisers. “We are excited to have applied for membership and to soon become a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulations as a strategic part of our overall growth plans for QB,” said publisher Lisa Stamos.
ABC's president, Michael J. Lavery, said, “Today's media marketplace is more competitive than ever before. In addition, advertisers are demanding increased accountability from the media they use. Publishers need every marketing edge to meet these challenges. We are pleased that Quintessential Barrington recognizes that ABC will assist in acheiving the objectives of both publishers and advertisers. We welcome their application for membership.”
Christine Gabriel, founder of Riding for a Cure. Page 46.