Lifestyle
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Thousands brave freezing cold to honor Our Lady of GuadalupeDec 11, 2024 7:32 pm - Pilgrims from near and far gathered on a chilly evening to pay homage to the Virgin Mary and seek her blessings Wednesday during the annual feast at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines.
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Practice peace for the holidaysDec 11, 2024 1:18 pm - Annettee Budzban says that pursuing God’s peace is a way to celebrate the holidays.
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United Methodist men gather in Batavia to celebrate Advent, reflect on faithDec 11, 2024 12:03 pm - Prairie Central District United Methodist Men held an Advent celebration for area congregations, with worship, speakers, and a sermon by Rev. Melissa Meyers on finding comfort in "The Coming of the Son.“
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Aurora church celebrates Advent with hunger relief effortsDec 11, 2024 11:53 am - Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St. in Aurora, is celebrating the Advent season by fighting hunger. The third of four weekly sermons, food/toiletry collections ...
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Aurora church plans holiday ‘Gathering’ Dec. 18Dec 11, 2024 11:45 am - Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora holding holiday event Dec. 18 with free dinner, movie, card making, cookie decorating.
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Late Rosemont mayor’s Hummels collection moving to new museumDec 11, 2024 10:45 am - Boasting the largest public display of M.I. Hummel figurines in the world, the Donald E. Stephens Museum of Hummels in Rosemont is set to close by the end of the year. But some of the collection will be incorporated into a new museum that will showcase the Northwest suburb’s history and also bear the late mayor’s name.
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Tangy buttermilk and whole-wheat flour bring nuance to pull-apart monkey bread
Dec 11, 2024 5:25 am - Monkey bread gets an update that makes the pull-apart loaf even better thanks to buttermilk, a little whole-wheat flour and a lighter hand with the sugar. The result is m...
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Bowls of comfort: Warm up with three soothing and satisfying soupsDec 11, 2024 5:11 am - Whether you’re craving sweet, spicy, or hearty, these soups are perfect for cozy nights by the fire or sharing with loved ones around the table. So grab your ladle — it’s time to make the most of soup season!
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Holiday gift ideas from Don Mauer’s kitchen, to yoursDec 11, 2024 5:06 am - Using his kitchen as a guide, Don Mauer has a few ideas for good holiday gifts for the home cooks in your life.
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Should agents recommend home inspectors?Dec 11, 2024 1:53 am - Should real estate agents be recommending specific home inspectors? A reader weighs in on advice from an expert.