Cook County Lifestyle
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Learn about flower arrangements at Wheeling Garden ClubOct 08, 2010 11:00 pm - The Wheeling Garden Club will host guest speaker Mari Mackenback at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 13, at the club's meeting at the Wheeling Pavilion Senior Center, 199 N. Fi...
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Schaumburg teacher surprised with awardOct 07, 2010 11:00 pm - Almas Samadi, a teacher at the Wildflower KinderCare® Learning Center in Schaumburg was honored Thursday, October 7 with an Early Childhood Educator Award from Knowl...
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Literary Tea to Promote Literacy in Glen Ellyn Nov. 9Oct 07, 2010 11:00 pm - Mawi Asgedom is a former Ethiopian refugee who has inspired millions through his story and his insights, He has written six books including his bestselling memoir, Of Be...
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Local farms offer corn mazes, fall activitiesOct 07, 2010 11:00 pm - As cooler weather rolls in, local farms are offering a chance to take advantage of the changing seasons. Take your kids to explore massive corn mazes and stick around fo...
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Geneva couple are 21st century stewards of 19th century treasuresOct 07, 2010 11:00 pm - The floor-to-ceiling leather-bound books in a corner of the tiny stone cottage are chosen for condition, which means they aren't falling apart. The finish on the antique...
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Eunice Treadway Lombard's Senior of the YearOct 06, 2010 11:00 pm - Eunice Treadway has been named Lombard Senior of the Year by the Village of Lombard for her long-long service to others. Throughout her 85 years, Eunice has contributed ...
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Arlington Heights actor gets 'dream job'Oct 04, 2010 11:00 pm - Some actors seem to hit it big overnight. But most have careers like Arlington Heights resident Gary Simmers careers that build slowly. "I have been in town for 20 year...
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Mel Froney makes smoked pork butt with saffron gravy and dumplingsOct 04, 2010 11:00 pm - Mel Froney likes his food slow-cooked and his retirement fast-paced. He and his wife, Kathryn, both former teachers, buzz around between church and the library, movies ...
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Author Elizabeth Rosner in LincolnshireOct 04, 2010 11:00 pm - • Best-selling author Elizabeth Rosner will be at a luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, to discuss and sign copies of her newest novel, "Blue Nude," at the Vern...
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Enjoy the taste of Napa Valley at D.O.C. Wine BarOct 04, 2010 11:00 pm - Relish the wines of Napa at a tasting at D.O.C. Wine Bar. For $20, enjoy eight wines and assorted appetizers. Wines include Cult Cabernet, John Anthony Syrah, David Arth...