Kane County Lifestyle
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Women’s free literacy center to mark 20th anniversary with Year of ServiceOct 04, 2013 12:02 pm - Aurora’s Dominican Literacy Center, a nonprofit that teaches local immigrant women to read, write and speak English, is kicking off plans this month to celebrate its 20t...
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'Scary' pets best fit for some familiesOct 03, 2013 11:00 pm - With so many cuddly kittens and affectionate puppies in the world to choose from, why do some families opt for such “scary” pets as snakes, scorpions, lizards and tarant...
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Fall Landscape ChecklistOct 03, 2013 11:00 pm - From football to festivals, outdoor activity comes alive in the fall. As you marvel at the magnificent fall color on your trees, remember that this is also a great time ...
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Learn about bulbs at garden club meeting Oct. 16Oct 03, 2013 11:00 pm - Everyone is invited to hear "Preparing Bulbs Blooming Indoors" and "Spring Blooming Bulbs Outdoors" with the Tri-Village Garden Club of Bartlett, Hanover Park and Strea...
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How you can help your child through tummy troublesOct 03, 2013 6:00 am - Test stress? One too many pieces of holiday candy and sweets? Playoff panic? Overindulged at dinner? Food allergy or food poisoning? A bad bug going around the class? Co...
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North Barrington family’s team tops at ALS walkOct 03, 2013 1:56 am - With only about four weeks’ preparation, North Barrington resident Paul Launer’s Iron Horse Brigade was the largest team and most successful fundraiser among approximate...
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Les Turner ALS Foundation Raises More than $825,000 for Fight against ALSOct 02, 2013 11:00 pm - On September 22, 2013, approximately 6,500 people participated in the 12th Annual Les Turner ALS Walk for Life. As one of the largest gatherings of the ALS (Lou Gehrig’s...
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Deadline looming for service award nominationsOct 02, 2013 11:25 am - West Dundee, in conjunction with the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce, is trying to recognize volunteers by creating the West Dundee Community Service Award. You...
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Get to know our 8 Cook of the Week Challenge semifinalistsOct 02, 2013 6:09 am - If you saved the bracket graphic from the Aug. 28 Cook of the Week Challenge kick off, the Round 2 matchups won’t be a surprise. If you don’t have the bracket taped to y...
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Children’s Advocacy Center hosts casino night fundraiserSep 30, 2013 6:12 pm - The Children’s Advocacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County is hosting a night of casino games, food, music and raffles from 7 to 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4, at ...