St. Charles Lifestyle
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Market presents opportunity to be aggressiveNov 21, 2009 10:00 pm - Being a builder today is like playing a high stakes chess game. According to Mark Thomas, president of Shodeen Residential of Geneva, it is all about buying land in loca...
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The life and times of Wizzo, now a retired Geneva residentNov 18, 2009 10:00 pm - It's been 15 years since Marshall Brodien spent his weekday mornings entertaining children as "Wizzo the Wizard" on WGN's "The Bozo Show" - but he's still quick to jump ...
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Noble Fool's 'Plaid Tidings' a sweet mix of music and nostalgiaNov 18, 2009 10:00 pm - "Plaid Tidings" may be just the holiday ticket for your whole family - but only if Grandma and Grandpa are prepared to do some explaining. The last "Ed Sullivan Show" a...
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No bones about it: New St. Charles steakhouse lives up to its nameNov 17, 2009 10:00 pm - Fahrenheit was good. Really good. But despite its wonderful contemporary cuisine, the restaurant lasted only a few months. Perhaps it was too pricey in a tough economy, ...
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Holding Mercury holding court at the Arcada for fundraiser showNov 16, 2009 10:00 pm - "The Police Chasing the Killers in Getaway Cars." Matt Hoffer uses this combination of musical group names to describe his band Holding Mercury. "We're sophisticated pop...
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Eco-friendly gifts for the holidaysNov 15, 2009 10:00 pm - Shopping for a tree-hugging friend who's got everything? Tired of feeling guilty when you hand over your credit card? Or just looking for a funky and unique present? The...
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Homeowners enjoy living along the waterfrontNov 12, 2009 10:00 pm - The calm serenity of a river is an attraction for many potential homebuyers. Along the scenic Fox River running through Kane County, homeowners living near its banks hav...
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Cabaret background prepares Geneva singer for 'Plaid Tidings'Nov 11, 2009 10:00 pm - David Meadows may have been born and raised in Geneva, but he's spent his life performing around the world. For the time being, though, he is back home and appearing in...
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The House: Martini lounge meets brew pubNov 10, 2009 10:00 pm - Downtown St. Charles truly has one of the finest bar scenes in our fair suburbs. Within walking distance you have great establishments such as The Filling Station, Alley...
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17th Century 'Pheda' addresses forbidden passionNov 04, 2009 10:00 pm - Forbidden passion Phedra's love for her stepson sets in motion events that threaten the entire family in Jean Baptiste Racine's 17th century tragedy "Phedra." New W...