Lifestyle
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Celebrate Pollinator Week in McHenry CountyJun 13, 2024 12:16 am - Pollinator Week is celebrated June 17-23. Here in McHenry County, a coalition of groups is sponsoring six days of talks, walks, self-guided tours, celebrations and stewardship events.
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St. Charles American Legion awards eighth-graders for service to the community
Jun 12, 2024 5:59 pm - St. Charles American Legion Post 342 presented six St. Charles eighth graders with prestigious American Legion School Awards in May.
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Finding a sense of unity at memorial honoring sacrificeJun 12, 2024 2:35 pm - The haunting beauty of the Lion of Lucerne drew me again and again in the middle of the day to the garden-like setting in the middle of the city.
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Life is God’s waiting roomJun 12, 2024 2:22 pm - Annettee Budzban says we need to learn to wait for answers.
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Interfaith flapjacks and worship: Aurora area clergy band together for Pride DayJun 12, 2024 1:25 pm - Seven clergy from Aurora, Oswego, Batavia and Geneva joined in celebrating Aurora’s Pride Day on Sunday, June 9, with a pancake breakfast and interfaith worship.
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Turning out: Families join the fun at Rolling Meadows Block PartyJun 12, 2024 10:18 am - The Rolling Meadows Block Party took place June 7 on Central Road, from Barker Avenue to Jay Lane. It featured live music, food trucks and activities for all ages.
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Carolyn Hax: Woman in her 40s still craves her parents’ approvalJun 12, 2024 8:24 am - Successful adult woman still needs her parents’ approval, and they still withhold it. Carolyn Hax says they have trained her to look for it.
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Fresh cucumbers transform into creamy summery saladJun 12, 2024 6:29 am - When you see fresh cucumbers at the farmers market, consider trying Don Mauer’s Cool as a Cucumber Salad. He shares the recipe here.
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The veggie vibe: Unlocking the flavorful power of plantsJun 12, 2024 6:28 am - Let’s talk about veggies. Now, before you roll your eyes and skip to another section, give me a chance to show you just how incredible, healthy, and downright delicious vegetarian recipes can be.
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Asparagus salad with pickled spring onions is a peak-season delight
Jun 12, 2024 6:00 am - This recipe brings together asparagus, spring onions and fresh herbs in a way that highlights the very best of peak-season ingredients.