Country Vs. Town

QI HOLTZMAN grew up in Northeast China. Her father played classical cello, and her mother was a theater actress, allowing her to watch countless performances as a child and all throughout her adolescence. “The arts were ingrained in me, and after watching so many performances, my inner desire was to become a dancer. Every time

Amanda Leopardo is an executive homemaker with three incredible kids Lynn, Livy, and Levi. Leopardo likes to keep herself and her kids busy by serving others in their church’s food pantry and nursing home ministries. She also loves coaching and volunteering in as many of their activities as possible. Being in construction, Leopardo’s husband is

Wilmette’s OLIVIA METZGER is a mother of four boys, a therapist, and the creative behind the Instagram account @livviejane where she shares snapshots of domestic life. Metzger grew up in Chicago’s East Lakeview neighborhood and has had a passion for photography, writing, and art from an early age. When her first son was born in

JEANNE HENDRIE grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, surrounded by extended family and enjoying summers on Lake Michigan. Her parents are both from huge Irish Catholic families so there are always occasions to celebrate. “My mom is an incredible artist, and my dad does the NYT Saturday crossword without skipping clues,” she says. Jeanne considers

Gina Scola was born in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago and grew up in Hoffman Estates. The past nine years, Scola has lived in South Barrington with her husband and two rescue pit bulls. Scola’s interest in philanthropy started when her children attended various private schools, and she became more involved when she joined The

Since 2013, Melissa Kinast has called the Barrington communities home, and in 2021, embraced the role of Executive Director at the Barrington Area Conservation Trust (BACT). Her career path encompasses diverse and impactful roles in commercial real estate, event planning, and advocacy for HIV-positive orphans, showcasing her commitment to positive change. This commitment, merged with