Vernon Hills Lifestyle
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How to fly solo during this holiday of loveFeb 07, 2008 10:00 pm - Forget those showoffs who gush when their bouquets arrive at their cubicles on Valentine's Day. Tune out that friend who brags about the romantic weekend he's planned fo...
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Joe Carion whips up "Needhams Candy"Feb 05, 2008 10:00 pm - Instead of buying the same old store-bought chocolates this year for your Valentine, Joe Carion recommends whipping up a batch of chocolate-covered mashed potato and coc...
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Well-designed kitchens key at Aspen PointeFeb 01, 2008 10:00 pm - Kitchens designed for high functionality as well as beauty are the heart of the homes at Aspen Pointe in Vemon Hills. Kitchens with indulgent finishes and space to gathe...
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Wooded sites available at Chelsey CrossingJan 25, 2008 10:00 pm - Jacobs Homes has released 16 exclusive wooded home sites for sale at Chelsey Crossing, a quiet community of 52 attached single-family homes in Gurnee. Mature trees, spar...
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Flatlanders a pub with pizazzJan 24, 2008 10:00 pm - There's a lot to be said for pubs with good, decently priced food that don't sacrifice brew quality for culinary pizazz. Per its local buzz, Flatlanders Restaurant and B...
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'Hunting Party' keeps on track despite GereJan 21, 2008 10:00 pm - "The Hunting Party" -- I'm a sucker for flicks about cynical, alcoholic, crusading journalists, which is why I enjoyed "The Hunting Party," despite some glaring flaws. R...
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Sellers turn to incentives to seal the dealJan 12, 2008 10:00 pm - Area homeowners and real estate agents are coming up with incentives to sell houses -- and sometimes they work. Realtor Sharron Kelley says her clients' willingness to p...
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Food and wine classesJan 01, 2008 10:00 pm - THURSDAY Five Recipes to Kick Start Your Diet Join this hands-on class and learn how to create delicious meals that feature lean proteins, the right carbs, healthy fats ...
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Ring in the new year with a few laughsDec 20, 2007 10:00 pm - Looking for a few laughs on New Year's Eve? Here's what some suburban comedy clubs and theaters have planned: • The Comedy Shrine hosts an improv bash Dec. 31 at 22 E. ...
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Simpsons to slasher can stuff those stockingsDec 17, 2007 10:00 pm - Christmas is a week away, and the movie studios are releasing a slew of stocking-stuffers today. Let's get to it: "The Simpsons Movie" -- Like many "Simpsons" fans, I wa...