Archive for September, 2009
Posted by Laura Nelson on September 5, 2009
A “Zero Waste Lunch” is a lunch that generates no (or very little) trash. In a zero waste lunch everything can be eaten, reused, or recycled. Rich Rahn, owner of It’s Our Earth in downtown Wheaton, is a master in recycling. He has many suggestions to ease the burden we’re putting on our planet. Rahn says we can reduce the mountains of trash that schools deal with every day by following these tips:
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Posted by Laura Nelson on September 5, 2009
Fox Paintball–Walk-on Play and Scenario Games
For intrigue, fun, and camouflage in the woods, head out to Fox Paintball in Millington, Illinois, for a day of competition. The field of play is located about 35 minutes from the Aurora Fox Paintball store.
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Posted by Laura Nelson on September 5, 2009
Will the caregiver be there on time when it snows? “That’s one of the first questions asked by people who are arranging home care services for loved ones,” says Jim Flickinger, owner of local BrightStar Healthcare of DuPage-Wheaton.
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Posted by Laura Nelson on September 5, 2009
By Dr. Ruth Martens, M.D., D. Ht
Dr. Ruth Martens
Another summer has whizzed by and some kids are already back to school as I write this. Starting a new grade, new school or moving to a new city can bring a flurry of anxieties to both kids and parents. Signs can be as mild as homesickness, crying when getting ready for school. Some of these kids (both young and old) can develop physical symptoms along with the apprehension.
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Posted by Laura Nelson on September 5, 2009
Featuring something of interest for everyone in the family, the 27th Annual Autumn Country Folk Art Festival is an eclectic market of unique treasures handmade by American artisans. Items that range from whimsical to classical take center stage at the September 25, 26 & 27 at the new Kane County Fairgrounds Convention Center in St. Charles.
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Posted by Laura Nelson on September 5, 2009
Bring your flashlight along with your best bargaining skills to the annual Kane County Flea Market Overnighter. The Show begins at 4pm on Saturday, Sept. 26 and runs thru 2am on Sunday.
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