Bring on the Blizzard!
I have to admit, I’m very excited about the impending blizzard. I feel like an excited elementary school kid; the anticipation of waking up to two-feet of snow in the morning is almost too much to contend with.
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Sesquicentennial Park in Warrenville
Sesquicentennial Park in Warrenville is a fun little park that is rarely crowded. The park is located just south of Butterfield Road on Main Street (west of Batavia Road and east of Route 59. The center of the park features a picnic area with 4 picnic tables, and has a roof for shade and to…
Rosati’s Coupons – Rosati’s Pizza – Print a Coupon
Everyone loves a good deal. Just in time for a take-out dinner, here are three Rosati’s coupons that have no expiration date. Be sure to indicate that you have a coupon offer when you call to place your order.
DuPage County Population Forecast – Year 2030
I found some interesting statistics regarding DuPage County population. The chart below was generated by the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission in 2003 and provides a 2030 population forecast.
Infant & Preschool Fall Clothing Resale Event
Highlands Elementary School in Naperville will be holding an infant and preschool fall clothing resale fundraiser on Thursday, September 15th and Friday, September 16th. Items for sale include infant through six year-old sized clothing, coats, shoes, and Halloween costumes. Hours: Thursday, Sep. 15 – 9:00AM-2:00PM and 6:30PM-8:30PM Friday, Sep 16 – 9:00AM-1:00PM (many items half…
Tornado Warning in DuPage County – Storm Safety Revisited
With the potential for severe thunderstorms and tornado producing systems to form throughout the summer, it’s a good idea to review storm safety and preparedness.
Huge Water Price Increases May Be Coming
If the suburban Chicago middle-class wasn’t already squeezed enough financially, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s proposed budget is calling for a 70% hike in Lake Michigan water rates over the next four years.
Maple Sugaring Event at Kline Creek Farm
Come out to Kline Creek Farm in West Chicago this Saturday and Sunday, March 12th and 13th to see how a family in the 1890’s would collect maple sap. Watch and learn how the collected sap is boiled and transformed into maple syrup and maple sugar. This educational and fun event is family-friendly.
Tivoli Theatre, Downers Grove – Interior Photos
Here are some more photos from inside the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove. I recently went to a show there, and am still amazed at the ornate detailing and design of this classic theater’s interior.
A Story of Kindness and Charity
I’d like to share a story with you about two good families in DuPage County. The names are made up, but the story is a very true tale of kindness and charity.. Three weeks ago, Tom and his wife, Jenny, purchased a queen-sized mattress set for their bedroom. Their old mattress set was clean, and still…