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Local students named to Dean's List at Marquette University
The following local students have been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2013 semester at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wis.
INSIDE REPORT
Ekklesia falls silent
Mary Louise Stefanic, an octogenarian practitioner, teacher and promoter of yoga, recently gave a talk at Ekklesia.
Looking on the bright side
Oak Park author Michael Lotus and his co-author are being accused of outrageous optimism for their new book.
SPORTS
OPRF hoopsters selected to play in all-star games
OPRF boys basketball players Virgil Allen and Alex Gustafson were selected to play in separate all-star games.
Concordia University baseball earns top 25 ranking
Concordia University Chicago's baseball team recently cracked the top 25 in the current American Baseball Coaches' Association (ABCA) poll.
LOCAL EATS
Eating Neglected Food: National Escargot Day
May 24th is National Escargot Day. Though it appears on fancier menus, the snail is an ignored food, kind of like cicadas and dandelion greens.
This is Perhaps the Last Time I'll Write about Katy's Dumpling House
So, out of the past six meals or so at Katy's, I had one that was half not-so-goo. I'm glad to add this data point to the mix lest my high regard for this place appear, perhaps, uncritical.
SHOPPING & FASHION
Amity Charity Fashion show
Oak Park Country Club hosts the Amity School Children's Aid Charity luncheon & fashion show; honoring Kathy Rezny for Outstanding Citizen's Award
Pop up gallery coming to Oak Park Avenue
Pop Design Art & Interiors will be opening up for just a few weekends this month and next. It's a great show of local artists supporting local charities. Make sure you save some time to...
FUN & FRUGAL EVENTS
Art, Art, Art
Painted, sculpted, designed, and constructed - it's all about Art this weekend.
Playing and Eating
International food is in Oak Park and Bravo performs this weekend.
ROUGH EDGES
Muddy Toes, Happy Heart
What is your Big Three where nature is concerned? It could be closer than you know!
WEST OF THE LOOP
Bread Machine Swedish Cinnamon Buns
Emily tries her hand at Swedish cinnamon buns using her bread machine's dough cycle as a shortcut
Lamb and Rice Stuffed Peppers
Does our family find lamb to be, well, a bit strong for their tastes? Emily suggests trying ground lamb which is milder and offers a recipe for Middle Eastern-inspired stuffed peppers with lamb and...
OAK PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Celebrating Seniors Week at Oak Park Public Library
Oak Park Public Library offers three great programs for seniors during National Celebrating Seniors Week. Enjoy lectures on aging gracefully and improving short term memory, or relax with a film and...
ANIMAL CARE LEAGUE
CONVERSATIONS
Just Why Are We Celebrating Seniors
A Senior Has Mixed Feelings About Celebrating Seniors Week
The Power Of Gardening
Spring Explodes In Oak Park
OPRF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Oak Park's Village Board Gets Started
The new Oak Park Village Board of Trustees gets down to the business of governing, with lots of near-term issues impacting local business on the agenda. First up: zoning laws in...
EMPOWERED PARENT
A Memorable and Safe Prom
When my oldest daughter went to prom her Senior year, she was invited to spend the weekend in Wisconsin for post-prom. . . I was concerned that the weekend had the potential to include alcohol and...
The Need for Social and Emotional Learning
Developing our children's intellect has been the primary focus of schools, yet according to Tom McSheehy, family therapist, writer, educator and former teacher at Holmes School in Oak Park, key...
AGING DISGRACEFULLY
Losing it, or this is not your grandmother's 19th Century Club
I had an idea for a column on "What's the thing I miss most, and have stopped doing because of my age?" I introduced the topic up over lunch at the 19th Century Club. One the women immediately...
Still snarky after 70+ years
The week before the election of the new Pope, who appears to be a good man, I blogged about men who wore fancy hats and robes as symbols of power. I intended to put forth a reasoned inquiry into...
E PLURIBUS UNUM
Something to think about before you vote
I'm not going to tell you who to vote for. But, I would like to suggest something to think about before voting – equity.
Envisioning Oak Park
The planning process for Envision Oak Park isn't over yet. There's still quite some time. What would you like to see addressed inthe comprehensive plan?
SPIRITUALITY, ETHICS AND RELIGION
Pastor Mitty and Mother's Day
Pastor Mitty visits his widowed sister-in-law on Mother's Day.
The commercialization of Mother's Day
Once again, making money trumps spirituality. The commercialization of Mother's Day.
SPECIAL SECTIONS
Mother's Day Guide 2013
Wanting to find the perfect gift this Mother's Day? Check out our Mother's Day Guide for some tips for finding the perfect gift locally. Also follow our Mother's Day Pinterest board for more ideas,...
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Latest Comments
Good report. I also hope that it becomes a regular feature.
By John Barrett
Posted: May 24th, 2013 10:53 AM
The village board is experiencing a relapse in its substance addiction to TIFs....
By dystOPia
Posted: May 24th, 2013 8:30 AM
Wow. Another 11 months before a trial can even start? I assume he will continue...
By Tired of Taxes
Posted: May 24th, 2013 7:57 AM
This is typical Village Hall behavior, how the employees treat Oak Park...
By maggy
Posted: May 24th, 2013 6:58 AM
I agree with you, Speedway. Just because something is said in a lawsuit doesn't...
By Bridgett
Posted: May 24th, 2013 12:52 AM
The concept of time and priority is obviously lost on village elders. The era...
By MEATLOVING MONDAY!
Posted: May 24th, 2013 12:45 AM
Bridgett - I tried to give you an answer to your wonderings about why the WJ...
By John Butch Murtagh
Posted: May 23rd, 2013 11:32 PM
@John, How could this possibly be a "big item for the board?" There...
By Bridgett
Posted: May 23rd, 2013 11:20 PM
@John,#1,the Board didn't"jump on the issue."They made casual...
By Bridgett
Posted: May 23rd, 2013 11:01 PM
@OP Resident #123, Well...just including this last board meeting only...
By Bridgett
Posted: May 23rd, 2013 10:36 PM