West Chicago Lifestyle
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College radio stations are holding their own as world turns digitalJun 16, 2009 11:00 pm - Deep inside the studios of WONC 89.1 FM, the radio station of Naperville's North Central College, sits a device that might seem like a relic from the Jurassic Period: a ...
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It's that time again: Suburban festivals get into full swingJun 05, 2009 11:00 pm - It's finally here - the start of a season full of reasons to get out of the house and enjoy, as suburban festivals and outdoor events get into full swing today. Whether ...
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Musical "Camelot" opens season for RaviniaJun 05, 2009 11:00 pm - Ravinia Festival opened its season Friday night in Highland Park with the musical "Camelot." Tony winner George Hearn and two-time Grammy winner Sylvia McNair led the en...
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Outdoor movie screens still in McHenry and West ChicagoJun 04, 2009 11:00 pm - Looks like the world's first drive-in movie critic, Joe Bob Briggs, called it right, way back in the '70s: "The drive-in will never die!" Despite being on the endangered...
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Cascade takes filmgoers back in timeJun 03, 2009 11:00 pm - "What we need is a drought for 90 days," Jeff Kohlberg says. "That would be really great for the drive-ins. One time several years ago, we hardly had rain for three mont...
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Suburbs home to some above-par golf barsMay 19, 2009 11:00 pm - Even if you are awful at golf or downright detest the sport, you have to give it credit for being one of the few activities that goes hand in hand with drinking. I suppo...
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Spring is here: Let's get ready to gardenMar 05, 2009 10:00 pm - As we welcome the Chicago Flower & Garden Show, near-record warmth Friday and other signs of spring, gardening looks like a more serious endeavor this year. While the pl...
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This year, make a date with your Little ValentineFeb 02, 2009 10:00 pm - Many Valentine's Day celebrations are all about champagne, roses and couples, but the holiday is still a great time to show your kids that they're your sweethearts. Thes...
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Local celebrations reinforce a strong sense of community in West ChicagoNov 13, 2008 10:00 pm - Affordable housing, family festivals, cultural diversity and a thriving downtown contribute to the unique hometown spirit of West Chicago. With the betterment of the cit...
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Local museums can give families a glimpse into the suburbs' pastNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - While your kids might be studying national and world history in school, there are also lessons to be learned about the past of your own community. Taking up residence in...