Cook County Lifestyle
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Best Bets: Billy Strings at Allstate, mini-golf opens at Morton Arboretum, Josh Gates at GeneseeMay 21, 2024 2:26 pm - Grammy-winning guitarist Billy Strings headlines Rosemont’s Allstate Arena, mini-golf tees off at The Morton Arboretum, and Josh Gates treats audiences to “An Evening of Legends, Mysteries and Tales of Adventure” at the Genesee.
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The sweet return of Stan’s Donut 5K, 10k and Kids DashMay 21, 2024 1:26 pm - The Stan’s Donut 5K and Kids Dash — now in its eighth year — returns to Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday, July 27.
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Jehovah’s Witnesses’ three-day event in Romeoville promises only ‘Good News’May 21, 2024 10:35 am - One of the largest organizers of global conventions will once again draw thousands to Romeoville It’s summertime, and the Amaro family could be headed to a theme par...
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Hummingbirds galore: how to attract the birds to your backyardMay 20, 2024 1:28 pm - Like clockwork, hummingbirds have begun to arrive in the suburbs as summer nears. Native ruby-throated hummingbirds typically arrive in early May and grace the area with ...
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How sweet it is: Perfect weather brings big crowds to Long Grove Chocolate FestMay 20, 2024 10:58 am - Perfect weather was just the icing on the cake … and the strawberries, the doughnuts and even the bacon this weekend as Long Grove hosted its annual Chocolate Fest. The f...
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Garden Club of Inverness luncheon and scholarship winnersMay 20, 2024 8:59 am - The Garden Club of Inverness hosted its annual Spring Luncheon at Makray Memorial Golf Club on Thursday, May 16. A primary goal of the club is to give back to the communi...
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Good News Sunday: Millions of birds soar above the suburbs as spring migration peaksMay 19, 2024 3:30 am - In this week’s Good News Sunday column, we recap stories about spring bird migration, Lilac Time in Lombard, and a police officer honored for saving the life of a man who was drowning.
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Grief & healing: Having a sister is a wonderful supportMay 18, 2024 6:15 am - Having a sister or brother is a blessing and wonderful support that helps a lot in coping with and managing grief.
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Looking for summer fun? Try a museumMay 18, 2024 6:00 am - Not every summer activity has to be outdoors. Check suburban and Chicago museums for things to do this summer when the temperature soars.
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Accessing mental health services is the biggest barrier in our communityMay 17, 2024 2:00 pm - Finding help for a person or family in need of mental health care is crucial.