Cook County Lifestyle
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Renovation missteps can cost you when it's time to sell your houseDec 01, 2016 11:00 pm - If you plan to sell your home this year, the right renovations can make the difference between "For Sale" and "Sold." But before you start tearing up the carpeting, mak...
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See 'Mamie Eisenhower: The Hostess in Chief' Dec. 14Dec 01, 2016 10:00 pm - This year marked the 100th anniversary of the marriage of Mamie Doud to Dwight D. Eisenhower. At 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, historian and actress Ellie Carlson will pre...
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Enjoy holiday concert, sing-along with Fox Country Players ChoirDec 01, 2016 10:00 pm - Join Fox Country Players in celebrating the holidays with the first performance of their community choir Dec. 17-18. The concert will include a wide variety of music t...
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YMCA Shares Holiday Cheer with Toy Donations for Giving TuesdayDec 01, 2016 10:00 pm - Employees of the North Suburban YMCA became Santa's Helpers on November 29, carrying bags filled with toys to a dozen community organizations in recognition of "Giving T...
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Believe Project: Showing a veteran he's lovedDec 01, 2016 4:33 am - The holidays are a time to come together and help others who may be less fortunate. That's what the Believe Project is all about. It began two years ago and resumes toda...
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Constable: With dog banned, Salvation Army bell ringer works soloDec 01, 2016 4:00 am - Bell ringers collecting donations in red kettles for the Salvation Army often hear comments such as, “I'll catch you on the way out,” “Sorry, I don't carry cash” or “Mer...
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Meijer extends donation drive for food pantryDec 01, 2016 12:00 am - Meijer in Rolling Meadows is extending its donation drive for the Elk Grove Township food pantry through the end of the year to help the hungry during the holiday season...
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Cops and Kids Needs Your Help!Nov 30, 2016 10:00 pm - The Elk Grove Village Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 35 has partnered with the Community Character Coalition of Elk Grove Village (a 501(c) 3 nonprofit) to provide gift...
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Colonial Cafe Match Day to double contributions Dec. 10Nov 30, 2016 10:00 pm - Giving back to the community and supporting those in need is crucial, especially during the holiday season when so many are without food and toys for their children. Th...
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New study finds more of this equals more happinessNov 30, 2016 10:00 pm - The 1980's hit "Walking on Sunshine" could be a mantra to break your winter blues as new research suggests sunlight is an automatic mood lifter. The Journal of Affective...