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Evel Knievel vehicles set to make rare public appearance in far northwest suburbs
VOLO, Ill. — Ever wanted to see some of Evel Knievel’s stunt vehicles up close and personal? The chance to do so is coming up at the end of August in the northwest suburbs. The Volo Museum in Volo, Illinois is partnering with Motor Mania to give visitors the opportunity to see many of Evel […]
Midwest Nice and Midwest Nasty Editoons
‘Midwest nice’ cartoonist for The New Yorker is ready for Chicago and the DNC. Paul Noth [link added], who contributes regularly to the magazine, has his pencil poised for the Democratic National Convention. He produces some of the nation’s sharpest political satire. Most recently, Noth, 51, found himself...
East Dundee Visitor’s Center (The Depot) a stop on the Stick and Stay Trail
A visit to East Dundee won’t be complete without a stop at the Dundee Township Visitor’s Center (a.k.a. The Depot). Situated right next to the Fox River Bike Trail, the Depot is a popular rest stop for bike trail users in need of maps, snacks, beverages or a water bottle fill up. Every Saturday, from mid-May to October, The Depot comes alive with the outdoor Depot Market, brimming with local vendors. And for a fun photo op, don’t forget to snap a pic in the giant Adirondack chair out front – it’s the perfect way to commemorate your East Dundee adventure.
A+ Stand-Up Comes To Raue Center With TEACHERS' LOUNGE COMEDY
Raue Center For the Arts has announced the return of Teachers' Lounge Comedy, on Saturday, September 7th at 7 pm. The show will feature hilarious and talented comedians Bill Gorgo, Michelle Krajecki, Tim Cavanagh, and Chastity Washington sharing their unique experiences, anecdotes, and frustrations about school life and being an educator.
How to Build Profitability with The Layback Foil Technique
As Shelly Malizola was building out her Allure Designs Salon + Boutique in Libertyville, Illinois, in 1996, she found herself shopping the community for beauty services. “There was a hipster salon in town, and I went there for highlights and they did a version of the service with me reclining in the chair,” she recalls. “Not only was it really comfortable, but what really sold me was the results because that position really allows the colorist to get the foils as close to the scalp as possible without getting bleeders.”
This Aviation-Themed Restaurant In Illinois Has A Friday Fish Fry Known Throughout The State
Tucked away in the charming town of Schaumburg, Illinois, there lies an extraordinary dining establishment that promises a unique experience for both your palate and your sense of adventure. Pilot Pete’s, an aviation-themed restaurant, stands out not just for its decor but for its delectable Friday Fish Fry, a culinary...
Organic Connection: Organic and local produce can often be confusing
Similarly, some consumers mistakenly believe that local produce is organic or that all organic produce is grown locally. So what does local mean? The USDA defines local food as the direct or intermediated marketing of food to consumers that is produced and distributed in a limited geographic area. The USDA says that more than 85 percent of vendors at farmers markets come from within 50 miles of their location. Markets often permit growers only from a certain geographical radius and can be strict about people selling only what they’ve produced.
Supermarket News launches SN Foodservice at Retail event
Supermarket News is excited to announce the launch of the SN Foodservice at Retail event, an event focused on educating, engaging in discussion, and networking beyond your usual office environment. The event will be held at the Renaissance Schaumburg, Schaumburg, Ill. on Oct. 23–25, 2024. Chloe Riley, executive editor...
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