Author Connie Wilson with two of her most recent releases, Hellfire & Damnation and Ghostly Tales of Route 66

We are proud to announce that celebrated author Connie (Corcoran) Wilson will be signing six of her most recent books at Drury Design from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 19th as part of the first Glen Ellyn Bookfest 2010. Connie is an award-winning writer of both nonfiction and fiction with a career that spans more than five decades. She has published eight books across many genres in as many years, working with six small independent publishers.

When not working on future book projects, Connie writes for several blogs. She was named Content Producer of the Year by Yahoo’s top blog site, Associated Content, for her political coverage during the 2008 presidential campaign. She also has her own blog, WeeklyWilson.com. Additionally, she continues to review film and television for GetYourGoodNews.com, an online newspaper in the Quad Cities.

Wilson’s most recent release is the final volume in a trilogy of true ghost stories set along Route 66, entitled Ghostly Tales of Route 66. The books include pictures taken by the author during a 2,800 mile journey along Route 66 in November of 2008 on the Oklahoma Fort El Reno Ghost Tour.

On May 27th, Connie was at BookExpo America signing copies of her short story collection Hellfire & Damnation, a collection of short stories inspired by Dante’s Inferno. With an introduction by William F. Nolan, the 15-story collection has been widely praised and is nominated for this year’s Bram Stoker Award by the Horror Writers’ Association.

Stop by our studio and get a signed copy of Connie’s books. Purchase the Ghostly Tales of Route 66 trilogy as a set and receive a $5 discount off the individual price of $9.95 per book.

You can find more information about the author at ConnieCWilson.com.

The McAninch Arts Center and 90.9fm WDCB Listener-Supported Public Radio, in partnership with Karnes Pricket Design, the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Glen Ellyn, present JazzFest Glen Ellyn from 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 10, in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL.

The free event, which draws a crowd of more than 3,000 jazz fans each year, transforms Main Street from Crescent Boulevard to Pennsylvania into a jazz oasis. Drury Design is once again a proud presenting sponsor of this community event to promote the central business district of Glen Ellyn.

“Every year we look forward to the challenge of transforming Main Street from a vehicular thoroughfare to a lush, green jazz garden,” owner Bob Hursthouse said. “Last year we added a water feature to the design along with a collection of over 25,000 perennial flowers, grasses, shrubs and trees. In less than eight hours, we literally transform the street into a distinctive garden, uniquely landscaped for people of all ages to enjoy.”

Admission is free and fest goers also are encouraged to bring their own chairs, as seating is limited for this popular event.

“It all happens here in the center of downtown Glen Ellyn,” said Village Manger Steve Jones. “Amid a backdrop of local shops and specialty boutiques, Glen Ellyn and Chicago area residents can expect to hear a great line-up of Chicagoland musicians, experience the amazing Hursthouse Jazz Garden and enjoy delicious food, beverages and other refreshments.”

The lineup this year features an impressive list of respected jazz musicians including the Jo Ann Daugherty Trio, the Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo, the Ava Logan Quartet featuring Bruce Oscar, Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Sextet and Richie Cole Alto Madness featuring Henry Johnson.

Additionally, Glen Ellyn’s own Tap House Grill will return as the festival’s food sponsor and Two Brother Brewing Company has been added this year to make available their hand crafted beers during the event. 

For more information on the festival as well as sponsorship opportunities, visit: www.JazzFestGlenEllyn.org

Viking Demo Kitchen in Bensenville, IL

The event is designed to give you the opportunity to observe and learn advanced culinary techniques. The Chef will answer your cooking questions, as an incredible meal is prepared in a live demonstration in LakeView’s kitchen in Bensenville.

Seating is limited. Please make a reservation for you and a friend by June 11th by calling us at 630.469.4980 or by emailing Jim Drury at jim@drurydesigns.com.

About Viking
Viking Range Corporation is an ultra-premium major appliance manufacturer and culinary lifestyle company that originated commercial-type appliances for the home. Viking is the creator of the “Professional” category of major appliances and is headquartered in Greenwood, Mississippi. Viking major appliances are sold through a network of premium appliance distributors and dealers worldwide, and Viking culinary products are sold through a network of premium gourmet retailers.

For more information about Viking, please visit www.vikingrange.com.

Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells as food is prepared while you mix and mingle with other wine lovers and experience the latest in kitchen design trends and products.   WineStyles’s staff, featured wine distributors and Drury Design designers will be on hand to expertly answer any questions and to take your wine orders.  

A gourmet menu prepared by True Cuisine in our studio’s live full-size kitchen will be paired with the evenings wine selections.  The Spring Wine Tasting Event menu will include:

• Petite risotto cakes topped with beef brisket
• Crostini bar with toppings of artichoke parmesan, tomato-caper, and olive tapanade
• White cheese and pesto pizza
• Caramelized onion and blue cheese pizza
• French apple tarts
• Chocolate cups filled with chocolate mousse

A portion of the proceeds from the wine sales will be matched by Drury Design and will go to benefit the worthwhile efforts of Family Shelter Service of Dupage County -  ”Providing Help and Hope for the Victims of Domestic Violence”.

We hope that you will join us for what is sure to be a ”spirited” evening.  There is no cost to attend, but Space is limited however and RSVP’s are mandatory for this event.  For more information or to RSVP, call WineStyles at 630.469.9463 or email – glenellyn@winestyles.net or jim@drurydesigns.com, or post a comment below to let us know that you would like to join us. 

We look forward to seeing you!

 5/19/10 Postscript:

Well everything worked out great for our wine tasting event with Winestyles of Glen Ellyn and True Cuisine last Saturday.  Thanks to both for helping to put this together – both the wines and food were terrific.  All total, we estimate that we had about 70 guests who attended over the two hours and raised $360 to benefit Family Shelter Service.    

You are cordially invited to join us for the event, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm, in the showroom’s “Living Kitchen.”

Wolf’s corporate chef, Craig Bell, will prepare a multi-course menu that highlights the exquisite features and technology of Wolf’s cooking instruments. Enjoy wines and dinner as our guest. Before or after dinner, tour the showroom and discover the latest Sub-Zero and Wolf design innovations.

Sub-Zero and Wolf Showroom – Chicago
196 Exchange Boulevard
Glendale Heights, Illinois 60139
(630) 872-5100

Seating is limited. Please reserve you place by April 24 by calling us at 630. 469.4980 or emailing Jim Drury at jim@drurydesigns.com.

About Sub-Zero and Wolf
Sub-Zero, Inc., is the leading manufacturer of American-made luxury refrigeration, freezers, and wine storage units, and it leads in product design with its built-in and integrated lines. Founded in 1945, Sub-Zero is a privately held company in its third generation of family ownership. Headquartered in Madison, Wis., Sub-Zero, Inc., also operates a manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Ariz., and has nearly 1,350 employees. Specializing in food preservation, Sub-Zero pioneered the concept of dual refrigeration and prides itself on being the first company to store frozen foods at ultralow, “sub-zero” temperatures. Wolf Appliance, Inc., is the premier maker of ranges, ovens, cooktops, and grills and was among the first to introduce the convection oven into the residential market. It is based in a state-of-the-art production facility in Fitchburg, Wis. and employs more than 300 people. Both Sub-Zero and Wolf products are available throughout the United States and internationally. For more information about Sub-Zero and Wolf, please visitsubzero.com or wolfappliance.com, or call 800-222-7820.