Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Family curious about hand-painted vaseJul 09, 2017 6:01 am - Q. I have enclosed a photo of a porcelain vase that has been in my family for over 50 years. The colors in the photo do not do it justice. It is decorated with a raised ...
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Grow yourself a relaxing cup of teaJul 09, 2017 6:00 am - Gardeners choose plants for many reasons. Some make their selections on looks alone, while others choose plants to create a habitat for butterflies, bees and birds. Thos...
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Rugs find their place on patios, porchesJul 09, 2017 6:00 am - It can add just the right splash of color to a patio. It can make a small urban terrace seem larger. It invites guests to linger in an outdoor seating area. Often made o...
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Gardens galore as Elmhurst club sponsors annual walkJul 05, 2017 1:00 am - Gardens galore as Elmhurst club sponsors annual walk
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Get rare chance to explore Ball Horticulture Gardens at U of I Extension brunchJul 04, 2017 11:00 pm - Get rare chance to explore West Chicago's Ball Gardens at U of I Extension brunch
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Prospect Heights police start community garden for community outreachJul 03, 2017 1:00 am - Near apartment complexes once notorious for crime and gang activity, Prospect Heights police have started a community garden. It's filled with peppers, corn, tomatoes a...
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Junior Master Gardener Program to be offered July 13Jul 02, 2017 11:00 pm - Join the Junior Master Gardener Program at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 13, at Algonquin Area Public Library's Harnish Main Library, 2600 Harnish Drive in Algonquin. Children ...
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Toronto sets stage for artful designJul 02, 2017 6:01 am - Behold, the Toronto skyline! The Queen City has amassed an interesting collection of contemporary architecture, showcasing the talents of world-renowned architects such ...
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Portable air conditioners can supplement central airJul 02, 2017 6:00 am - Q. We have central air-conditioning. It seems wasteful to cool the entire house when just we two are home. Is using a portable air conditioner in various rooms more effi...
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Deadhead hybrid roses to promote new flowersJul 02, 2017 6:00 am - Deadhead hybrid roses as soon as the flowers fade. Many shrub roses are self-cleaning and don't require deadheading. When in doubt, lightly prune old blossoms to keep th...