Saturday, February 4, 2012
Buffalo Grove's Veterinary Specialty Center collected more than 1,200 pounds of pet food and supplies during a two-month effort.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
In an effort to make sure that our furry friends were not forgotten this holiday season, Veterinary Specialty Center and its clients donated more than 1,200 pounds of pet food and necessities, as well as more than $2,500 to Nina’s Pet Food Pantry. The donations were collected at VSC between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31. “When people are going through tough financial times, pets are often left behind or neglected. By supporting Nina’s Pet Food Pantry, VSC wanted to show that there is hope. Nina’s Pet Food Pantry is a great way to keep pets with their families and in good homes,” VSC’s client service administrator, Lisa Sadak, said in a statement. Nina’s Pet Food Pantry operates out of established food pantries at St. Vincent de Sales Parish in Lake …
Sunday, January 29, 2012
When it comes to buying gifts for my children, I tend to stick with the toys I like.
Now that the holidays are well behind us, let me make a confession: I occasionally pick out gifts for my kids that I would like to receive. Let me back up and say that yes, of course I purchase gifts with Gracie’s and Liam’s interests in mind. Well, usually. For Christmas, both children received books. Gracie received much-wanted and asked-for movies and craft supplies last Christmas, and Liam received tool sets and things that go “vroom” because that’s what makes him smile. But I also picked out a LEGO set for Gracie that was actually for me. It was a bit complex for her age, and I did it because I thought it looked cool and would be fun for me to assemble over a few hours one afternoon. It’s a nice departure from the more age-appropriate…
Monday, January 2, 2012
'tis the season to undecorate from Christmas
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Monday, January 2, 2012
Have you taken down your Christmas tree? Live Christmas trees will be picked up on residents' regular garbage pickup days between Jan. 3-14.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Plan ahead and be safe as you celebrate.
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Saturday, December 31, 2011
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Ad Council remind everyone that the best way to stay safe is to plan ahead and designate a sober before you head out for your festivities. Here are 7 ways to stay safe this holiday: Party hosts — If you’re throwing a party, make sure to offer non-alcoholic drinks for the sober drivers. Check out this Facebook tab with 50 non-alcoholic party drink recipes. Alternative Ride Locator — Here's a list of nationwide alternative ride programs. Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving website — Sign a pledge not to drink and drive; play “Spot the Difference,” an interactive game that simulates the effects of buzzed driving; and watch a real-life video about how buzzed driving changed one woman’s …
Monday, December 26, 2011
Encores tells us what happens after the 12th day of Christmas.
Buffalo Grove's award-winning Encore choir performed Dec. 6 for Buffalo Grove Chamber of Commerce members.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Encore performs Paul McCartney's "Wonderful Christmas Time."
Buffalo Grove's award-winning Encore choir performed a series of holiday songs Dec. 6 for Chamber of Commerce members.
If there’s any one talent I’d love to have, it’s my mother’s knack of picking the right gift.
Call it intuition, a sixth sense, or just incredible good luck, but my mother is what you might call a “gift whisperer.” She has an uncanny ability to find just the right gift for a recipient, and it's almost always something the recipient loves, but didn’t even know they wanted. Case in point: About 12 years ago, my mother converted piles of our old family movies from reels to VHS tapes, and gave copies to my father, sister and me. It had honestly never occurred to me to want a copy of our home videos, but as soon as I saw the gift, I knew it was probably one of the best present I’ve ever received. It was a clear-cut home run, and I could tell my mother was just as excited to give the tapes as we were to receive them. Looking back, I have…
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Encore performs "I'll be Home for Christmas."
Buffalo Grove's award-winning Encore choir performed Dec. 6 for members of the Buffalo Grove Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Ugly Christmas sweaters have gone viral this year!
Along with the lights, the carols, the decorations and the gifts, there is one item that no Christmas is without; it’s the ever-present Christmas sweater. Whether it’s a bank teller, a Dominick’s cashier, a teacher or a friend, there is always someone that religiously dons his or her Christmas garb. Last year I wrote about a woman who wore a different Christmas outfit for every day in December, but this year it’s a little different. This year the Christmas sweater has gone viral and the uglier the sweater, the better. Ugly Christmas Sweater is the new party theme and Good Morning America recently had a segment on the return of the Christmas sweater. Stevenson High School has had an Ugly Sweater Day on the last day of school before winter…
Encore performs a medley from the movie "White Christmas."
Buffalo Grove's award-winning Encore choir performed Dec. 6 for members of the Buffalo Grove Chamber of Commerce.
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8:27 am on Sunday, December 25, 2011
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