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Why you can't get a gift card at Algonquin Commons Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
With endless amount of gifts to buy at this time of the year — teacher's gifts, Father's Day presents and graduation gifts — many hoping for one-stop shopping have been stopped in their tracks when they couldn't get the versatile present they planned on. They've walked into the guest services office over the past month or two at Algonquin Commons only to be greeted by a sign that says the Randall Road mall is not currently selling gift cards.
Old Time Pottery Schedules Grand Opening for West Chicago StoreJun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Old Time Pottery Schedules Grand Opening for West Chicago Store
ComEd Offers Customers Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences in “Coolest Summer Ever” PromotionJun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
ComEd customers can feed a giraffe, throw out the first pitch and win more prizes and experiences through social media promotion offering unique prizes at iconic northern Illinois destinations.
Bill's Heart BeatsJun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Bill Spence who lives in Carpentersville, IL is in need of a heart transplant. His step son is putting together a benefit to help with expenses. The benefit will be held at Concord Place/Midwest Conference Center , 401 West Lake Street in Northlake, IL. We will have live bands, raffles, silent auctions, 50/50, cash bar, light food. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Raffle tickets re $10 each for 6 for $50. Prizes will include a 60" LED TV, 42" LCD TV, a wine coller,a sound bar and more. We are still looking for donations for both the raffle and silent auction.
A new generation of directors leads CTE in ‘iSing’ Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
When Allison Cherry stepped onto the Children’s Theatre of Elgin stage in 1992 as a second-grader, she never dreamed that she would one day end up running the show. But 20 years later, Cherry, a 28-year-old teacher at Prairie View Grade School in Burlington, will direct "iSing: Sounds of a New Generation," which will be presented June 21-23 and June 28-30 at the Elgin Community College Arts Center’s Blizzard Theatre.
neXt Gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday – Presents Native AmericanStorytellingJun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The St Charles Arts Council in partnership with the St. Charles Public Library is presenting storytelling for the whole family at the neXt Gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday on Sunday, June 23rd from 2 to 2:30 p.m. The gallery is located at 228 W. Main St. in St. Charles.
One Truck, One Goal: Charity fundraiser at Schaumburg Boomers seeks to fill semi truck with sports gear for kids in need.Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Northbrook-based charity Gear for Goals is partnering with the Schaumburg Boomers Baseball Team on Friday, June 21st to host a large scale donation drive to benefit children in need in the U.S. and internationally.
Fox Valley police reports Jun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Jose A. Velasquez, 44, of Carpentersville, was charged with misdemeanor battery at 3:50 p.m. Thursday, according to a sheriff’s report. Velasquez is accused of getting in a shoving match after a dispute involving him repeatedly parking his truck on a private drive on the 33W0-99 block of Richardson Road near East Dundee.
Suburban districts spend $320,800 opposing online charter school planJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The appeal process for a proposed suburban virtual charter school was cut short last week — but not before 18 suburban school districts spent more than $320,800 in legal fees fighting the issue. Not to mention the hundreds of hours school staffs spent researching the proposal, officials say.
Faith Lutheran Church hosts international and highly acclaimed Tim Zimmerman and the King's Brass in ConcertJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Faith Lutheran Church is hosting the international and highly acclaimed Tim Zimmerman and the King's Brass in Concert. Joining them will be a special appearance by the Exalt Brass ensemble.
Light of Christ Service ProjectJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Light of Christ Adult Team service with Appalachia Service Project
ComEd Offers Customers Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences in “Coolest Summer Ever” PromotionJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Coolest Summer Ever is an 11-week social media promotion from ComEd offering participants once-in-a-lifetime experiences and prizes at some of the coolest locations in Chicagoland. Visit ComEd’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/ComEd to enter.
Sweet Home Chicago: The History of America's Candy Capital: New Exhibit at the West Chicago City MuseumJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Sweet Home Chicago: The History of America's Candy Capital: New Exhibit at the West Chicago City Museum
Digital Photography Flower and Garden WorkshopJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Learn to take expert photos of your gardens and flowers.
Life Insurance 101Jun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Generally speaking there are two types of insurance: term insurance and permanent insurance.
Dundee Lions Pancake BreakfastJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Pancake breakfast reschuled for Sunday, June 23rd.
Insect Stings and Bites This SummerJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
With summer just around the corner and everyone anxious to spend time outside, keep in mind that stinging insects and ticks will also be out during the warmer months as well.
Boat-building starts this week in Crystal Lake Jun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Begin building your boat today for the 29th annual America’s Cardboard Cup Regatta. With the beaches now open, boat building is under way. Four skids of 8- by 8-foot cardboard were delivered to the maintenance garage at the Crystal Lake Park District’s Main Beach parking lot in anticipation of the June 22 regatta.
Learn where food comes from at family event in Algonquin Jun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The theme of the 11th annual Algonquin Conservation Community Day on Friday, June 21, will be “Local Farms = Fresh Foods = Better Health.”
New festival aids Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association Jun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Cary-Grove High student Breanna Bogucki, winner of the Special Talents America, will perform Sunday, June 23, at A Taste of the Red, White & Brew Festival, a new fundraiser for the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association.