Cook County Lifestyle
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Install foam board under weather-resistant barrierMay 03, 2008 11:00 pm - Q. I live in Schaumburg and plan to reside my house this summer. The house was built in 1985 with 2-by-6 exterior walls. There is plywood on the exterior corners and...
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Energy conservation hits the roofMay 02, 2008 11:00 pm - The roof can be a special place, a refuge from the hustle and bustle of the crowded city below. Increasingly, building owners are transforming these once little-noticed ...
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Kirk Homes sponsors workshopMay 02, 2008 11:00 pm - Bring your "can do" attitude and Kirk Homes will help you buy the home of your dreams at the "Get Movin" workshop at 7 p.m. on Monday at Apple Creek Estates single-famil...
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Fest ends with Gershwin workMay 02, 2008 11:00 pm - The Elgin Symphony Orchestra's annual spring "American Icon" festival, part of its multi-year "In Search of Our American Voice" artistic initiative, concludes this weeke...
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Arlington Park calendarMay 01, 2008 11:00 pm - After opening weekend's bets are spent, Arlington Park keeps race-watchers' attention with these big events: May 24: Lonnie Brooks It's been a while since the Louisi...
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Defenders of the FaithMay 01, 2008 11:00 pm - Just weeks before Chicago Powerfest 2008, its organizers are still banging their heads against the details. Lake Zurich's Rob Such, bassist of Twelfth Gate, and Prospect...
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Sip, don't shootMay 01, 2008 11:00 pm - Sip, don't shoot When it comes to tequila, the days of lime and salt are over Cinco de Mayo, the May 5 commemoration of the Battle of Puebla, may be a minor holiday in M...
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Expectant mothers can enjoy free entreeMay 01, 2008 11:00 pm - Burhop's Seafood in Wilmette is welcoming in the month of May and the outdoor cooking season with seafood tastings from noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays through May 31. Visit...
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Author appearancesMay 01, 2008 11:00 pm - • "Peony in Love" author Lisa See discusses and signs copies of her book at 4:30 p.m. May 3 at Borders, 1500 16th St., Oak Brook. (630) 574-0800. • Meet author Blue Ball...
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Value, charm attract buyers to Mount ProspectMay 01, 2008 11:00 pm - Mount Prospect is a strategically-located suburb which feels like a small hometown. Once people move in, they are generally reluctant to move out because of its tree-li...