Lifestyle Stories from May 1, 2022
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Kirk Players to host program with Holocaust survivor May 17May 5, 2022 3:55 PM - Before its upcoming production of "The Diary of Anne Frank," the Kirk Players are partnering with Congregation Or Shalom in Vernon Hills and the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center in remembering the Holocaust with a special program.
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Aurora church hosts 7-day Project Awareness to encourage mindfulness
May 3, 2022 4:40 PM - The Mental Health Team at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Aurora is offering a seven-day "Project Awareness" that offers multiple opportunities to become more mindful of your own mental health and more educated about mental health resources. -
Muslims mark Eid al-Fitr holiday with joy, worry
May 2, 2022 8:08 PM - Muslims are observing the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Fitr, typically marked with communal prayers, celebratory gatherings around festive meals and new clothes
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Hundreds run and walk near Libertyville to support cancer patients
May 1, 2022 6:19 PM - Nearly 700 walkers woke up early Sunday and took to the trails of Independence Grove Forest Preserve near Libertyville on Sunday for the Cancer Wellness Center Stepping Up to Wellness Run/Walk. -
'It's basically just a loving animal': Buffalo Grove adds a warm and fuzzy approach to policing
May 1, 2022 6:06 PM - When you think of police dogs, the standard image is the K-9, aggressively sniffing for drugs or chasing down a suspect. But law enforcement departments now are relying more on a different type of dog -- a warm and fuzzy alternative that's not part of a first response, but subsequent police work that requires a more sensitive approach. -
Algonquin school to host second annual 5K May 7May 1, 2022 5:47 PM - St. Margaret Mary Catholic School in Algonquin is hosting its second annual 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash on Saturday, May 7.
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Know your rights when it comes to your medical information
May 1, 2022 8:40 AM - There are a lot of myths out there about HIPAA -- the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act -- and patient records. Sometimes, even health care providers don't seem to know the rules. -
A lesson on autism: It's as simple as practicing kindness and awareness
May 1, 2022 8:39 AM - A few simple steps -- being kind, asking preferences and learning how social situations can affect those with autism -- will help to make those on the spectrum feel accepted. -
Lessons from the growth of a small fine dining business
May 1, 2022 1:00 AM - Our restaurants survived the past two years of COVID-19 restrictions by keeping in touch with our customers and assuring them we were following all of the recommended guidelines. -
Time to get outside: Spring activities for you and your dog
May 1, 2022 7:00 AM - Finally, spring seems to have taken hold. If you and your dog have been hibernating the past few months, it's time to shake off the winter cobwebs and get outside.
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