McHenry County Lifestyle
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Duke's eclectic palate a win-win option for diners, local growersNov 24, 2008 10:00 pm - The linen-topped tables, covered with butcher paper from recycled material, say a lot about the philosophy at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Formerly Duke O'...
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Holiday celebrations light up the suburbsNov 22, 2008 10:00 pm - If the day after Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the Christmas season, Chicago's suburbs don't waste any time starting their celebrations. So bring the family togeth...
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Smashing Pumpkins concert postponed due to illnessNov 21, 2008 10:00 pm - Due to illness, tonight's Smashing Pumpkins concert at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago has been postponed until Dec. 8. All tickets for tonight's show will be honored,...
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Local restaurants honoredNov 19, 2008 10:00 pm - Four Illinois restaurants were awarded the Restaurant Neighbor Award, a program by the National Restaurant Association that recognizes outstanding community service. The...
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Former Lake County resident wins 'America's Next Top Model'Nov 19, 2008 10:00 pm - A former Lake County resident was named America's Next Top Model during the season finale of the CW show Wednesday. Brittany "McKey" Sullivan, 20, born in Lake Forest i...
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The go guideNov 15, 2008 10:00 pm - Freebie Sunday, Nov. 16 is the final day for the Christkindlmarket Oakbrook, a traditional German market with a history dating back 500 years. Shop for unique holiday gi...
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Size isn't everything: Even mansions yearn to be homeyNov 14, 2008 10:00 pm - The pursuit of a homey feeling is the most obvious challenge when a couple builds a large suburban dream house. You don't want it to feel like a hotel lobby or an amphit...
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Montarra chef proud of his culinary oasisNov 11, 2008 10:00 pm - Fresh ingredients from local farms help Dave Perlick make his cooking stand out from others' in the Northwest suburbs. Perlick, 30, is executive chef at Montarra, a cont...
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Verona Red unveils dynamic, dramatic 'Effects'Nov 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Verona Red, "Side Effects" (self-released) Many bands cultivate strong local followings simply because they're nice people who play inoffensive music. Not that they're ...
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Local museums can give families a glimpse into the suburbs' pastNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - While your kids might be studying national and world history in school, there are also lessons to be learned about the past of your own community. Taking up residence in...