Home and Garden
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Wood chips in the garden more than just cosmetic
May 15, 2009 11:00 pm - Stores are now awash with wood and bark chips. Besides the usual supply available at nurseries and garden centers, clean white bags of chips are also neatly stacked in f...
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Chinese culture arrives in Schaumburg with mementosMay 15, 2009 11:00 pm - Runhua Wang doesn't let little things like a lack of English skills interfere with her desire to make American friends and teach people about her rich Chinese culture. W...
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Decor with an outdoorsy feel to welcome warm weather
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This weekend's for the nature lovers: Stuff to do on the cheapMay 11, 2009 11:00 pm - Free For the birds Celebrate our fine-feathered friends with a full day of bird-related activities at the International Migratory Bird Day Celebration. Learn tips on bir...
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Crank up the music and pass the drinksMay 08, 2009 11:00 pm - > It's Happy Mother's Day, and don't forget to do your best to help your mom and other women who've been significant in your life relax and enjoy the big day. If we're t...
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29 designers show their skills at Lake Bluff house and garden showMay 08, 2009 11:00 pm - A Lake Bluff mansion provides plenty of rooms for 29 designers to show their skills for the 2009 Showhouse and Gardens, sponsored by the Lake Forest chapter of the Infan...
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Need extra cash? Try doing it yourself
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Vegetable garden can yield savings with tighter budgetsMay 08, 2009 11:00 pm - With rising food prices and tighter budgets, families cutting back on costs such as dining out and expensive groceries may consider growing their own produce to save mon...
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Flower lovers, hummingbirds crazy for columbinesMay 08, 2009 11:00 pm - Columbines attract the attention of people and hummingbirds alike. Their unique and sassy flowers are like none other, and they add an old-fashioned charm to perennial b...
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Outdoor seats weather the season in style and comfortMay 08, 2009 11:00 pm - If you're in the market for backyard furniture, style is on your side. This year, great design, comfort and durability have made the annual migration from showrooms to l...