Maple Park Lifestyle
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New program aims to interest Black youth in agricultureSep 13, 2021 6:00 am - On a hot summer day, 15-year-old Jordan Jones of Oswego waters a tomato plant he is growing in his backyard in an EarthBox container. It is the first time he has ever tr...
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Latinx Heritage Month kicks off Friday at ECCSep 12, 2021 11:00 pm - Elgin Community College's Latinx Heritage Month will include in-person, outdoor celebrations this year, with events built around the 2021 theme "Somos La Fuerza y Espera...
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Where to pick your own apples (and find other fall treats) in the suburbsSep 08, 2021 11:00 pm - Last year, the coronavirus pandemic was top of mind at suburban orchards, which opened with changes and precautions in place. Operators this season will follow current g...
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Maze runner: Adventure awaits in the many suburban corn mazes open this fallSep 08, 2021 6:00 am - Farms across the region are in the process of crafting creative corn mazes, often paired with games, food and other attractions to celebrate autumn. Check out the clever...
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Woodturners host Empty Bowls for Food fundraiser Sept. 11Sep 06, 2021 11:00 pm - The Chicago Woodturners and the Windy City Woodturners will host an "Empty Bowls for Food" fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Boardwalk Shops of Batavia, off Wilso...
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Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra kicks off fall camp for upcoming seasonSep 06, 2021 11:00 pm - In many ways, Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra's Fall Camp resembles any other camp for kids. There are campers in T-shirts and shorts, games and high jinks, pasta suppers...
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ECC Foundation Gala encourages support for students who 'Dare to Dream'Aug 27, 2021 11:00 pm - The Elgin Community College Foundation invites the community to celebrate the achievements of students, faculty, and staff at the "ECC Foundation Gala: Dare to Dream" ev...
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Former educator to realize longtime dream when he opens Masterpiece Bread bakery in GenevaAug 27, 2021 6:00 am - Mike Scorzo of Geneva has spent the past few weeks getting his dough in order - and it has nothing to do with his finances. He's literally kneading and baking what he ca...
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Illinois youth leaders become global changemakersAug 25, 2021 11:00 pm - Members of the Illinois 4-H Youth Science Ambassador Team created and presented a youth-led presentation focused on the causes of climate change, the science of the carb...
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6th annual Family Fun Bike Ride to support Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley Aug. 29Aug 24, 2021 11:00 pm - Participants are encouraged to join an endurance cycling event and family-friendly bike ride to support Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley on Sunday, Aug. 29. Cyclists can...