Lifestyle
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Four Geneva churches to join in Thanksgiving worship Nov. 24Nov 22, 2024 10:37 am - Fox Valley Presbyterian Church will host an annual joint Thanksgiving worship by four Geneva churches at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24.
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Carolyn Hax: Boyfriend is the guest at party who won’t take a hint and leave
Nov 22, 2024 6:00 am - Her boyfriend won’t take a hint when the party is over and it is time to leave. It’s become embarrassing, and she wants to know if she should be blunt about it. Carolyn Hax says that is the best option, but could be a relationship ender.
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Work continues on improvements to Stone Creek Miniature Golf in GenevaNov 22, 2024 4:00 am - The rebuilding of the Stone Creek Mini-Golf hut in Geneva’s Wheeler Park should be a welcome addition to the popular family recreation site.
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Trinity Episcopal Church to celebrate 150th anniversary in 2025Nov 21, 2024 10:36 pm - Trinity Episcopal Church has launched its 150th anniversary celebration, marking a century and a half of faith and service to the Wheaton community.
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Personal experiences and crises can lead to career choicesNov 21, 2024 9:54 pm - People thinking about career options are often advised to consider on five factors: interests and passions; skills and strengths; values and beliefs; job market potential; and earning potential. For some, however, there’s a sixth dimension to career decisions: Personal experience, or even crisis. This is frequently true in areas related to health care.
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US home sales rose in October, notching their first annual gain in more than 3 years
Nov 21, 2024 7:49 pm - Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in October, the first annual gain in more than three years, with home shoppers encouraged by easing rates and a pickup in properties on the market.
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Owner can record open portion of board meetingNov 21, 2024 6:30 pm - Unit owners are allowed to video record meetings, so a board should set rules for this to minimize disruptions and safety concerns.
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Manufactured fire logs burn cleaner but cost more than woodNov 21, 2024 3:21 pm - If you’re thinking of sitting in front of a cozy fire in the fireplace this season, you might want to consider fire log options. Burning real wood can release ash and smoke into your home, while manufactured options using coffee grounds or sawdust burn cleaner.
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Batavia Boardwalk Shops offer unique gifts, Santa visits and moreNov 21, 2024 1:26 pm - Discover the perfect presents this holiday season at the Batavia Boardwalk Shops! Now in their fifth season, the Shops give the community a chance to show its love for local businesses, offering a variety of products and a one-of-a-kind shopping destination.
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Make your holiday wreath pop with your personal touchNov 21, 2024 5:45 am - Holiday wreaths are often made of natural materials. It’s creative and impressive to make your own wreath, which may be less expensive and will be more meaningful than a commercially made product.