The Peoria Woman - December 2005

Just in time for the holiday season, the owner of Apple's Bakery Northside Market chats with The Peoria Woman about how her passion for cooking started, how her business has changed over the years, how she balances her time, and much more.
Features
Publisher's Note
A common characteristic of leaders is a continuing passion to excel. Women do want it all—or at least be able to choose to do it all. Choose how you’ll improve your quality of life in 2006.
Peoria Profile
As president of Peoria's Board of Education, Butler talks about the priorities, challenges, and joys of her position.
Lead Story
The collaboration of Luthy Botanical Garden and Green View Companies can only mean one thing: something beautiful is on its way.
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Excellent facilities strive to put the interests of their residents first and to improve the quality of their lives.