Des Plaines Lifestyle
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Des Plaines police collecting prom dressesMar 24, 2013 3:38 pm - The Des Plaines Police Department is accepting gently-used gowns, dresses and accessories throughout March for young women who may need help purchasing formal/prom wear....
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Second Early Bird Drawing Deadline is March 29 for $2.45 Million Chicago Dream House or $1.5 Million CashMar 21, 2013 11:00 pm - The second early bird drawing for the Chicago Dream House Raffle could be the opportunity for cash or the choice of a trip to an exciting destination for two lucky winne...
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Whole Foods supports hospital's animal assisted therapy programMar 20, 2013 11:00 pm - Northwest Community Hospital's (NCH) Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) program is the beneficiary of Whole Foods Kildeer's Community Support Day on Wednesday, April 3. That...
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Mt. Prospect roofing company wants to give away a roofMar 20, 2013 3:27 pm - Jim Peterson Jr. says a strong sense of community is a key part of his family’s business. Peterson is vice president of Peterson Roofing Inc., a Mount Prospect-based com...
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Gear for Goals, a non-profit bringing sports gear to kids in need, names April Neill Public Relations as PR Firm of Record.Mar 18, 2013 11:00 pm - April Neill Public Relations (ANPR) recently announced the addition of Gear for Goals to its growing roster of clients. Gear for Goals is a youth-centered humanitarian o...
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Vintage Dodge Challenger owner likes its unruly natureMar 18, 2013 4:00 am - Piloting muscle cars isn't for the faint of heart. In the 1960s and early '70s, many new owners quickly realized after leaving the dealership that their new V-8 bruiser ...
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The Care and Keeping of Your Antique Quilt Workshop at MuseumMar 17, 2013 11:00 pm - Bring your antique quilts for information on the pattern names, dates, fabric history, construction techniques, and lore associated with them. Information on having quil...
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Lambs Farm needs volunteers for Popcorn DaysMar 14, 2013 7:47 am - Grab your most comfortable shoes, wear a smile and join Lambs Farm for the 5th Annual Popcorn Days fundraiser on Friday, April 19, and Saturday, April 20. Volunteers ar...
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Historical museum offers workshops for homeownersMar 13, 2013 11:00 pm - Vegetable Gardening for Newbies: Want to eat local? Create an organic vegetable garden in your backyard! Learn about site planning, soil preparation seed and plant selec...
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Plumbers for Puppies: Bishop Plumbing Opens Its Doors for Dog Rescue ProgramMar 12, 2013 11:00 pm - In the plumbing trades, the term “oakum” refers to a fiberous rope material used to seal cast iron pipe drains. However, for Bob Melko, owner of Bishop Plumbing in Des P...