Lifestyle
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Hayao Miyazaki's 'The Boy and the Heron' is a master surveying his empire
Dec 07, 2023 4:00 am - “The Boy and the Heron” — ★ ★ ★ ½ When Hayao Miyazaki's “The Boy and the Heron” premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September, filmmaker Guiller...
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From SZA to the Stone of Scone, the words that help tell the story of 2023 were often mispronounced
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Gates Foundation takes on poverty in the U.S. with $100 million commitment
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Barrington Hills philanthropist who opened up home to charitable events diesDec 07, 2023 12:00 am - Marian Sanfilippo, who with her husband helped nonprofit organizations raise millions of dollars by hosting fundraisers at their famed Barrington Hills estate, has died....
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'Fallen Leaves' is deadpan nirvana
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Buffalo Grove first responders help local children shop for the holidaysDec 06, 2023 10:00 pm - The holiday spirit was alive recently as the Buffalo Grove Police and Fire departments teamed up for their seventh annual "Shopping with Heroes" event. On Saturday, Dec...
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Dave and Marge Brown named 2023 Batavia Citizens of the YearDec 06, 2023 10:00 pm - A couple whose deep love of Batavia and a commitment to its betterment have been named the 2023 Batavia Citizens of the Year. The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will honor ...
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Aurora mourns the loss of community stalwart Father David EngbarthDec 06, 2023 10:00 pm - Father David Engbarth left an indelible mark on Aurora during his 45 years serving the community. His recent passing during the Thanksgiving holiday has left a void in t...
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Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling to host 'Beer, Charity, and Music' nightDec 06, 2023 10:00 pm - On Friday, Dec. 15, Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling in St. Charles will host the first in a series of their "Beer, Charity, and Music" event starting at 7:30 p.m. The go...
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Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners host holiday potluck Dec. 19Dec 06, 2023 10:00 pm - The Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners will hold annual holiday potluck and White Elephant gift exchange on Tuesday, Dec. 19. They will be discussing the club's future, voting...