Articles filed under Contests & Promotions
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Auditions begin for Suburban Chicago's Got TalentJun 17, 2016 5:00 am - Many newcomers and a few previous contestants turned out Thursday to the first day of closed auditions for Suburban Chicago's Got Talent. Among the hopefuls returning t...
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Dark patio needs lighting upgradeJun 17, 2016 5:00 am - It's so boring and we have no lighting except one bulb by the back door. We could so use a makeover. And we have family (an additional 10 people) coming to stay with us ...
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More seating and color can make yard come to lifeJun 17, 2016 5:00 am - We get together with neighbors and family frequently but our backyard lacks the inviting party atmosphere. Our wish list includes: • Lighting. The only light by the step...
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Facing an empty nest, Barrington mom shares love of cooking on blogJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - Three years ago, Tina Holloway, our cook of the week from Barrington, realized she was at a crossroads: her kids were grown and living on their own, and life was changin...
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Love what you see longer with lightingJun 12, 2016 7:23 am - Love what you see longer with lighting
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Fire tables, bowls and urns create warm atmosphereJun 12, 2016 7:16 am - It's difficult to imagine a more down-home, comfortable scene than sitting around a campfire in your backyard with your friends and children, toasting marshmallows and s...
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Veg out when it comes to backyard barbecuesJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - Summer's here, and the grill is on. But it's not just meat that can take center stage on the grill — vegetables should have their own starring role in a backyard barbecu...
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Grilled artichokesJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - 8 marinated artichoke hearts 4 bamboo skewers Zest of one lemon 1 teaspoon capers, finely chopped Extra virgin olive oil for drizzle Take artichokes out of the oil. Dr...
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Fire Roasted Corn and Summer Vegetable 'Elotes'Jun 08, 2016 6:00 am - 1 red pepper, whole 1 green pepper, whole 1 red onion, halved 4 ears of fresh corn 1 zucchini, cut into spears 1 yellow squash, cut into spears 1 jalapeño pepper, whole ...
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Sunday Best Roasted VeggiesJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - ½ pound medium asparagus spears, about 16 ½ pound medium carrots with tops, about 4 to 5, peeled and quartered lengthwise 1 large zucchini, sliced diagonally 1 large ...