Des Plaines Lifestyle
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Go guideJan 17, 2009 10:00 pm - Freebie! Ice is nice Learn about the importance of ice in the 1800s - before refrigeration - during the "Ice Harvesting" program. See an exhibit of ice-cutting...
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Boulevard Caffe serves up old world charmJan 12, 2009 10:00 pm - In downtown Mount Prospect, amid the beautifully lit trees lining both sides of the train station during the recent holiday season, the new Boulevard Caffe - a European-...
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Founders Row adds to attractive downtownJan 01, 2009 10:00 pm - Founders Row presents 14 new row houses with brick exteriors, front porches and private entrances in the heart of Mount Prospect's vibrant downtown district. With soarin...
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Bombastic classicDec 29, 2008 10:00 pm - Trans-Siberian Orchestra is best known for bombastic, theatrical interpretations of Christmas music. How can they expect an audience to show up for a concert happening n...
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Louann Zundel shows how to make "Farfalle pasta"Dec 28, 2008 10:00 pm - Life has taken a dangerous spin since we met Louann Zundel last February, the Des Plaines woman with the well-stocked pantry. She is working at the Deer Park Williams-So...
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Go guideDec 27, 2008 10:00 pm - Freebie Grab your flashlight! The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is hosting a "Night Hike" for hikers ages 8 and older. Participants can finish off ...
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Authentic fare, good value are the real deal at Wonton GourmetDec 24, 2008 10:00 pm - If you opt for authentic Chinese over the Americanized version, you should be satisfied at Wonton Gourmet in Des Plaines, where fast service and generous portions at bar...
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Ring in 2009 at these low-cost New Year's Eve celebrationsDec 24, 2008 10:00 pm - Last year, splurging for $100-per-person tickets for a New Year's Eve bash might have seemed like a good idea. Or at least feasible. But if you don't want to spend the b...
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Fresh herbs, natural meats add enthusiasm to cookingDec 16, 2008 10:00 pm - What Gloria Ludwig has lost - unhealthy foods, unwanted pounds - she has piled on in energy, good health and newfound enthusiasm for cooking. Throughout 2008, the Des Pl...
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Celebrate the holidays by candlelight at Durant HouseDec 13, 2008 10:00 pm - Freebie Holidays by candlelight Celebrate the holiday season and learn about local history at the LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve's "Durant House Museum: Candlelight Open Ho...