St. Charles Lifestyle
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Country Folk Art Festival stays true to its rootsSep 19, 2011 6:00 am - Maybe you've crossed paths with Robin Reed, the new owner of the Country Folk Art Festival. But the Robin Reed you know was creating her own work to sell at shows or ru...
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Century-old sketch helps Elgin man restore his porchSep 18, 2011 6:00 am - When Bill Decker first moved into a Victorian-era house In Elgin with his family, there was plenty to do. Inside they tore down all the wallpaper, choosing paint instea...
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Owners pack a lot of history into stone cottagesSep 11, 2011 6:00 am - Antique stone cottages have fascinating interiors, histories and residents, right? Right. And you can step inside five in St. Charles and Geneva on Sunday, Sept. 18, as ...
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Scrapbooking demo, contest to raise funds for AIDAug 31, 2011 11:00 pm - If you are passionate about scrapbooking you will want to submit a one-page entry into the Association for Individual Development (AID) scrapbooking contest. Participa...
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Golf outing to benefit Elgin, S. Elgin Lions clubsAug 26, 2011 11:00 pm - Elgin and South Elgin Lions have teamed up for their first Golf Outing on Friday, Sept. 9 at Hughes Creek in Elburn. All net proceeds of this event will go to funding th...
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Model profile: Regency Estates, St. CharlesAug 26, 2011 6:00 am - Regency Estates, a new home community nestled on the western edge of St. Charles, features 44 quarter-acre homesites surrounded by open space and forest preserve land. K...
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Make your way through maze of graphing calculatorsAug 11, 2011 1:00 am - You’re on the market for a calculator, but knowing which one you or your child needs for school can be just as perplexing as any high school math formula. With plenty of...
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World of Faeries comes to South ElginAug 03, 2011 12:00 am - For kids of all ages, Ren Faire junkies or those who enjoy costume play and swordfighting, the World of Faeries Festival in South Elgin offers a chance for escapism. “It...
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Watch Your Back! Backpacks worn improperly or too heavy could cause injuryAug 02, 2011 11:00 pm - As the new school year approaches, parents and children planning their "back-to-school" lists are urged to keep backpack safety in mind. A backpack can be a great help t...
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Sunrooms let the light shine inJul 30, 2011 12:00 am - Even with the sluggish economy, homeowners continue to long for a relaxation room that feels different from a family room, said Brian Kinane, director of marketing and s...