Bolingbrook Lifestyle
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Cook of the Week Challenge: Brussels sprout slaw launches physics teacher to winner’s circleNov 06, 2012 4:48 am - Brussels sprouts. Those little green cabbages nearly got the best of Michael Pennisi, one of the four finalists — and ultimate winner — in the Cook of the Week Challenge...
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Join Fox Valley Troop Support in thanking a veteranNov 05, 2012 10:00 pm - “What does honoring our Veterans and supporting the troops really mean?” Fox Valley Troop Support often will hear this question. It is a nonprofit local group of citize...
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Preschool collection buys pies for needyNov 05, 2012 7:48 am - The Naperville Park District’s preschool program’s sixth annual Pennies for Pies drive is under way with a goal of raising enough money to surpass last year’s total of 1...
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Book notes: 'Barefoot Contessa' author stops at Skokie's B&NNov 01, 2012 6:00 am - Ÿ “Food Network” chef and author Ina Garten signs copies of her book, “Barefoot Contessa: Foolproof Recipes You Can Trust,” at noon Friday, Nov. 2, at Barnes and Noble —...
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Doulas offer support, massage, reminders to help mothers have natural birthsNov 01, 2012 5:00 am - When Jessica Wilson was in labor with her second son, Hunter, and the contractions became more intense, she cried out, “I can't do this anymore!” Wilson's frustration q...
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Parent-teacher conference tipsNov 01, 2012 1:00 am - Overall advice: Take an interest in your child’s academics. Take pride in seeing examples of his or her assignments. Bring that enthusiasm home when you tell your child ...
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Elmhurst chorus raises funds to compete at International competitionOct 31, 2012 11:00 pm - The Choral-Aires Chorus invites community members to gather at a hometown grill for a good cause. On Saturday, November 10, from 12 – 4 p.m., the Chorus hosts “Sand, Sur...
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What parents should know about parent-teacher conferencesOct 31, 2012 1:00 am - For some parents, the childhood memory of parent-teacher conferences brings to mind teachers calling parents on the carpet for the student's academic shortfalls. “I rem...
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Help your child develop ‘executive function’Oct 31, 2012 1:00 am - Parent-teacher conference season has arrived. If you have children in grammar school, that means it’s time to cram yourself into a tiny little chair and get the report f...
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Newsapalooza3 is good news for ClearbrookOct 30, 2012 11:00 pm - On Saturday, November 10, local TV and radio personalities will come together to show off their musical talents to benefit Clearbrook. The spectacular event is called Ne...