Glencoe
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Superheroes, Japanese masterworks and giant sculptures on display this summer at Chicago, suburban museumsMay 22, 2025 12:20 pm - An interactive celebration of Spider-Man at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 17th- and 18th-century Japanese masterworks at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and giant sculptures “as tall as trees” at the Morton Arboretum are among the exhibitions opening this summer.
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Some tips for spring to keep your lawn, flowers healthyMay 21, 2025 2:05 pm - It has been a wonderful spring so far, with cooler weather and long-lasting flowers. On the other hand, the lawn mowing season has begun.
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Best Bets: Mini golf, music return to Morton Arboretum for the summerMay 21, 2025 11:10 am - Wonder Woods Mini Golf and Arbor Evenings return to the Morton Arboretum, baseball and fireworks resume at Schaumburg’s Wintrust Field and butterflies abound at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
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Grabbing a shovel? Call before you digMay 13, 2025 7:32 pm - If you're using a shovel anywhere in your yard, it's best to "call before you dig" to avoid cutting electricity, water or gas lines.
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Best Bets: Play ball! Professional baseball returns to Rosemont, SchaumburgMay 07, 2025 8:23 am - This week, professional baseball returns to Impact Field in Rosemont and Wintrust Field in Schaumburg, Raue Center hosts a “stand-up momedy” show, and Ballet Chicago celebrates legendary choreographer George Balanchine.
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Best practices to keep those blooms blueMay 07, 2025 12:35 am - Have you noticed your blue hydrangeas are turning pink? The flowers turn pink in more alkaline soils.
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Tidy up, test your soil and watch for diseaseApr 29, 2025 8:47 pm - Running behind on spring garden cleanup? You're not alone! Cut back perennials carefully and consider testing your soil. Watch for winter burn and Volutella blight. With smart moves now, your garden will thrive all season.
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Home & garden calendar, April 27-May 4Apr 23, 2025 12:56 am - All about dahlias, floral design, plant sales and more.
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Some tidying up and preventive tips for springApr 22, 2025 1:29 pm - Tidying up the garden bed edges will make it easier to mow your lawn. Core aerating your lawn makes the grass healthier. What other tips for spring will beautify your landscape?
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Fluent ‘Translations’: Writers Theatre delivers eloquent revival of provocative dramaApr 17, 2025 9:33 am - Writers Theatre’s season continues with the resonant, gracefully acted revival of “Translations,” a rustic drama by Irish playwright Brian Friel.