Des Plaines Lifestyle
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Chef educator credits her teachersMay 31, 2011 12:00 am - The adage “those who can, do; those who can't, teach,” goes up in smoke when talking about Dina Altieri. The 40-year-old started cooking when she was 17 and upon graduat...
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Classic recollections: 1957 Chevrolet 210, Phil Cajda, Des PlainesMay 28, 2011 10:00 pm - Most Midwest classic car owners prefer to look in other regions of the country before plunking down their hard earned cash for a vehicle. Cruel winters and perpetual moi...
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Weekend Drive: 1968 M715 Kaiser JeepMay 27, 2011 12:00 am - Richard Pateracki’s vehicle isn’t as fast or shiny as all the other cars that line up for Saturday cruise nights in downtown Mount Prospect, but he is very proud of it, ...
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Racing and food a winning combination for Chefs' FestMay 18, 2011 12:00 am - Jennifer Chamberlain of Palatine scored something of a daily double at Arlington Park on Wednesday. She won $60 on the 10th race — and she persuaded a group of friends t...
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Film shines new spotlight on Showmen's RestMay 14, 2011 11:00 pm - The newly released “Water for Elephants” movie may spark a resurgence of interest in a Forest Park cemetery where 56 circus workers, killed in a train wreck in 1918, are...
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McNulty offers new Irish dance class for adultsMay 09, 2011 11:00 pm - The McNulty School of Irish Dance is excited to announce a new adult class in Arlington Heights beginning this June. The class will teach a wide array of céilís - bette...
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April 30 declared 'Comcast Cares Day' by Elgin's new mayorMay 03, 2011 11:00 pm - Saturday, April 30 was officially declared “Comcast Cares Day” by Elgin's new mayor, David Kaptian. Council Member Robert Gilliam delivered the proclamation at the Litt...
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High Heels Hazardous to HealthApr 20, 2011 11:00 pm - High heels can make you look fabulous and with the spring season in full swing, you may be pulling out your favorite pair. But looking your best might not always be the ...
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5 ways going green can save almost $250 a monthApr 20, 2011 11:00 pm - Chicago, IL – Celebrating Earth Day by going green can improve the health of our planet and your finances. The Illinois CPA Society offers these ideas for sustainable Ea...
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Mount Prospect to host Revolutionary War re-enactmentApr 19, 2011 2:00 am - When Huntley resident Shelby Hauck was growing up, he spent his summer vacations traveling back in time. He traveled across the country with his mother and grandmother, ...