Lifestyle
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Aurora pop-up food pantry returns Nov. 3Oct 30, 2024 1:23 pm - A pop-up drive-through food pantry will be held on Sunday, Nov. 3, in Aurora. The event is a joint effort of Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry and Westminster, Temple B'nai Israel, and Advent Christian Church of Aurora congregations.
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Aurora church launches monthly caregivers' support groupOct 30, 2024 1:07 pm - New Hope Advent Christian Church of Aurora has launched a monthly caregivers' support group.
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Immanuel Lutheran to host annual Veterans Dinner Nov. 10Oct 30, 2024 12:48 pm - As a thank you to those who have selflessly served in the nation’s armed forces, Immanuel Lutheran in East Dundee will be hosting a free dinner for veterans and their families on Sunday, Nov. 10.
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We can help each other with positive wordsOct 30, 2024 12:11 pm - Annettee Budzban says that we should be sure to speak positive words to each other.
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United Way and Paramount to air benefit for hurricane relief
Oct 30, 2024 11:37 am - United Way Worldwide and Paramount Global on Wednesday announced they will host a benefit Saturday to raise funds for those impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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Beer cocktails are fun. Don’t overthink them.
Oct 30, 2024 10:40 am - I thought about Tequiza recently when I was contemplating the overall poor reputation of beer cocktails. Don’t knock them, though. From Spaghett to Piña-chelada to Lime Shandy, these drinks can be low fuss and high reward.
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Mac and cheese, but make it with beans, in this speedy one-pot meal
Oct 30, 2024 6:00 am - This twist on mac and cheese uses white beans as the carb instead of pasta, but keeps the cheese and crunchy topping.
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Ease of use: Why canned goods are the secret to delicious dinners
Oct 30, 2024 5:45 am - With canned goods as your secret ingredient, you can quickly whip up tasty home-cooked meals.
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Toasted oats add flavor and crunch to hearty maple scones
Oct 30, 2024 5:30 am - Learn how to make scones with a tender crumb that’s somewhere between a quick bread and a biscuit.
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Affordable ways to update your kitchenOct 30, 2024 5:01 am - When it comes to home improvement projects, you’re likely to get the most bang for your buck in terms of return on investment at resale time by putting dollars into the most important room in your abode: the kitchen. The problem is that it can be downright daunting to afford a kitchen redo, especially considering the higher cost of materials and labor nowadays.