Carpentersville Lifestyle
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Order a singing valentine for your sweetheartJan 07, 2015 10:00 pm - If your recent Christmas present for your significant other, just wasn't up to par, then this is your opportunity to make it all right. When four smiling, well-dressed...
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Rock on! A look at suburban music venues in 2015Jan 01, 2015 6:11 am - The city of Chicago may be king when it comes to live-music venues, but that doesn't mean local rock/pop fans can't find a good show closer to home. Music venues located...
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Taylor Family YMCA offers tips for achieving New Year's resolutionsDec 29, 2014 10:00 pm - Each year, millions of Americans resolve to get in better shape and become healthier versions of themselves. According to a recent YMCA survey of more than 1,000 adults,...
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Master Gardener presents tools and tips for BodySmart GardeningDec 25, 2014 10:00 pm - This winter, join University of Illinois Extension to become a "BodySmart" Gardener, and find out how you can prevent aches and strains and make gardening more enjoyable...
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Elgin firefighter - ahem, Santa - surprises kids at Advocate ShermanDec 25, 2014 12:01 am - Santa arrived at Advocate Sherman Hospital on Christmas Day - but he didn't bring a sleigh or any reindeer, and he didn't enter by chimney. Instead, Santa - actually Joh...
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Believe Project: $100 to help friend/coworker with big medical billsDec 24, 2014 6:30 am - Today's winner of a $100 bill through the Believe Project is Judy Walton of Elgin. Here is an excerpt of her pitch: "I would love to give a family that I know and care a...
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Local family gets new furnace in "Operation Holiday Giveback"Dec 23, 2014 10:00 pm - SOUTH ELGIN, Dec. 24, 2014 - "Operation Holiday Giveback" strikes again as JNJ Heating and Air Conditioning's team donated their time and a brand new furnace to a family...
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He carves Dala horses; his daughter paints themDec 23, 2014 5:01 am - Centuries ago, during the long cold evenings in central Sweden, men would take the wood scraps from the local furniture making trade and carve toys for children. The to...
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Dining events: Check out the seasonal menu at RAMDec 23, 2014 4:30 am - RAM's seasonal eats Enjoy the seasonal flavors of The RAM with appetizers like bacon-stuffed tater tots with cheddar Jack cheese, hickory-smoked bacon and green onion w...
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A look at one woman's collection of more than 500 SantasDec 22, 2014 11:01 pm - The love of Christmas is often handed down from one generation to another. Linda Schielke's parents loved Christmas. It's no surprise that she loves the holiday as well....