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  • Sporting All The Benefits May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
    Do you think sports are all fun and games? While that is not incorrect, the truth of the matter lies in the obvious fact that a child who participates in a sport is offered far more benefits than just having an enjoyable time. Although some may argue participating in a sport is a distraction and a time consuming activity, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention declares otherwise. Childhood obesity has reached an all time high, doubling in children and tripling in adolescents over the past 30 years. In 2010, more than one third of children and adolescents were overweight or obese. With obesity becoming such a prevalent issue, it is no fallacy that children need to increase their physical activity, and what better way to start then by participating in a sport.

     

  • Find The Courage To Quit TobaccoMay 20, 2013 12:00 AM
    Quitting anything can be difficult, but quitting tobacco on your own can be almost impossible. With World No Tobacco Day on May 31, 2013 it is time to stop using tobacco for good.

     

  • Good Shepherd Hospital Celebrating Cancer ChampionsMay 20, 2013 12:00 AM
    On Sunday, June 2, join Good Shepherd Hospital to celebrate the 26th annual National Cancer Survivors Day, a time to honor those who’ve survived, inspire those who’ve recently been diagnosed, and give continued support to their families and communities.

     
  • Dole Mansion mural project artwork by artist Amber Larsen. Larsen is an art educator and owner of Creative Artistry School of Fine Arts located in the Highland House at Lakeside Legacy Arts Park in Crystal Lake, IL. Larsen and her students will be painting this mural on a brick wall at Lakeside.

    Dole Mansion Mural Project depicts organization missionMay 20, 2013 12:00 AM
    Lakeside Legacy Foundation located in Crystal Lake is steeped in art and history, and a mural depicting Lakeside’s mission is being painted on a large brick wall facing the rear driveway of the building. Amber Larsen, Lakeside Resident Partner Artist and owner of Creative Artistry School of Fine Arts; which is located in Lakeside’s Highland house behind the Dole Mansion, is leading the mural project. The mural brings to life in paint what Lakeside is all about. That Lakeside is a community arts center that brings the arts alive, cultivates creativity, and is a place for the community to gather and celebrate. Lakeside Legacy Foundation was created in 2002 by the out-pouring of community support to save the historic property from demolition. The foundation is celebrating it’s eleventh year, and this mural project is a visual expression of its commitment to the community and the arts!

     

  • Grand Prize Drawing Deadline is May 24 for Luxury Dream Home or $1.5 million in Cash in the Chicago Dream House Raffle May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
    Raffle raises critical funds for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and developmental disabilities

     

  • MCC offers training to be a private investigator May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
    Page 2 If you possess honesty, a curious mind and a flair for solving problems, consider a career as a private investigator and enroll in a summer training program offered by McHenry County College.

     

  • Voices in Harmony Welcomes New MembersMay 18, 2013 12:00 AM
    Voices in Harmony is welcoming new members for its summer concert season.

     
  • West Chicago Park District staff work along side Boy Scouts and Troop Leaders from Troop #33 on downtown garden beds.

    Scout Troops Contribute to the Fabric of Community in West Chicago May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
    Scout Troops Contribute to the Fabric of Community in West Chicago

     

  • Camps Combine Outdoor Experiences with Girls’ Modern Interests May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
    Golf lessons, astronomy, art and sailing among the fun activities offered at local Girl Scout camps

     

  • Elgin Theatre Co. auditions for "Love Letters" May 19May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
    Elgin Theatre Company will hold open auditions for A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters" on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at the Sears Gallery in Elgin.

     
  • Rafael Hernandez, Country Manager for Willow Creek's relief efforts in the Dominican Republic helps a young boy fit a baseball mitt provided by charity partner Gear for Goals.

    Charities unite to bring physical education to youth organizations in Latin AmericaMay 16, 2013 12:00 AM
    Local Charity Gear For Goals partners with Willow Creek Community Church to provide baseball equipment to youth organizations in the Dominican Republic

     

  • Advocate Good Shepherd Breast Center Receives Accreditation from NAPBCMay 16, 2013 12:00 AM
    Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is proud to announce that its Breast Center has earned a full, three-year accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a prestigious program administered by the American College of Surgeons.

     
  • Ēkwabet - "Watching Over"

    neXt gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday Announces ArtistsMay 15, 2013 12:00 AM
    The neXt gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday announces the invited Native American Artists and the juried local artists whose work will be in the gallery, the latest in the series of Pop-Up Art Galleries being produced and sponsored by the St Charles Arts Council, its volunteers, and sponsors.

     
  • Miss Carole of Macaroni Soup! conducts a workshop for early childhood educators and camp counselors to add summertime music to their repertoire.

    Music Workshop for Early Childhood Educators and Camp CounselorsMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
    Miss Carole of Macaroni Soup has songs for Summer Camp and Summer School!

     
  • From left to right- Village President Ed Ritter from Carpentersville, Village President Christopher Nelson from West Dundee, Business Recruitment Coordinator Victor Narusis from the Village of Huntley, Director of Community Development Daniel Olson with the Village of Lake in the Hills, President/CEO Kimberly Bless with the Elgin Area CVB, Mayor David Kaptain with the City of Elgin, Director of Community Development Steve Super with the Village of South Elgin and Village Administrator Ray Keller with the Village of Gilberts

    Elgin Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Kicks-Off National Travel & Tourism WeekMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Elgin Area Convention & Visitors Bureau kicked-off the 30th annual National Travel & Tourism Week, May 4- May 12, with the 6th Annual Mayors’ Luncheon. Tourism is Illinois’ hidden revenue generator; $1,110 is the amount the average Illinois family saves in taxes each year because of Illinois tourism according to the Illinois Council of Convention & Visitors Bureau.

     
  • The gateway banners for West Chicago's 2013 Community Art Banner Project feature the work of Cultural Arts Commission member John Keeney and illustrate his point of view on "A Question of Balance".

    West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven ArtistsMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
    West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven Artists

     
  • Larry Rachleff

    Chicago Philharmonic to name Larry Rachleff as music director emeritus at May 24 concertMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM
    On Friday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m., Larry Rachleff, Principal Conductor and Music Director of the Chicago Philharmonic, will raise his baton one last time when he conducts Bernstein and Schubert, the final symphonic concert of the 2012-2013 season at Pick-Staiger Hall in Evanston.

     
  • First STEM in Scouting Supernova Award Recipient Eurgene Lim in Three Fires Council.

    First Scout to Achieve New STEM Supernova AwardMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM
    Eugene Lim, the first Scout to earn the new Boy Scouts of America's Supernova Award in the Three Fires Council service area will be recognized at the Council Annual Board meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at the Hotel Arista located in Naperville.

     
  • Alan Orlowsky

    Choosing a Life Insurance ProviderMay 9, 2013 12:00 AM
    Let's talk about Choosing a Life Insurance Provider. There are a number of factors that go into picking the right insurance company or companies for your insurance needs.

     

  • Flashes of Hope and Atia's Project Ladybug Fund partner with The Momsay.com to Host Fundraising Event Event proceeds will be donated to benefit pediatric cancer research and families impacted by pediatric cancer.May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Momsay.com, a Chicago-based parenting online resource, will host an exclusive fundraising event to benefit two pediatric cancer charities, Flashes of Hope and Atia's Project Ladybug Fund. The event, set for Friday May 17th, will take place at the Medinah Country Club and will include a fashion show, raffle, and several vendor showcases. A portion of the ticket proceeds will be donated to these charities.

     
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