Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Lake County Health Department offers health tips to start the New Year.
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
New Year's Eve is a great time to reflect on changes we want to make in our lives. And so, as you start thinking about the resolutions you will make on December 31, here are a few health-related suggestions that the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center would like you to consider: Focus on Fitness: Regular exercise has been associated with many health benefits. Studies show that it reduces the risk of some cancers, increases longevity, helps achieve and maintain weight loss, enhances mood and lowers blood pressure. Find a routine that works for you and stick with it. Don't set unrealistic expectations that often lead to failure. Go to the Focus on Fitness videos on the Department's web site for some ideas of how to keep …
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Non-emergency Village offices closed for holidays on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2.
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Saturday, December 24, 2011
Village offices will be closed on Monday, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 for the Christmas and New Year's holiday. As always emergency services and offices will be open 24/7. Garbage Service Delayed Due to Holiday The Monday garbage service will be delayed to Tuesday and Tuesday to Wednesday due to the upcoming holidays. Following the holidays, Christmas trees will be picked up throughout January and composted as long as they are free of any and all decorations and plastic bagging. Place at the curb on your regular pick-up day. Information from the Village of Libertyville's website.
Friday, December 23, 2011
AAA and Weather.com provide the following tips for winter travel.
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Friday, December 23, 2011
AAA provides the following tips on winter travel: Tips for Long-Distance Winter Trips: Tips for Driving in the Snow: Weather.com provides the following tips on driving in snow and ice: If Your Rear Wheels Skid If Your Front Wheels Skid If You Get Stuck in Snow
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Make your reservations now at one of these Lake County locations to ring in New Year's Eve in style.
Bring on the bubbly! It is almost time to ring in the New Year. No plans yet? That's OK - Patch scoured the area and compiled this list of festive options for you. Grayslake The Vine Martini & Wine Bar Emil's Tavern on Center The Last Chance Saloon Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Deer Path Inn Grille 43 The Grille on Laurel South Gate Cafe Lovells of Lake Forest Inovasi Francesca Intimo Libertyville Trattoria Pomigliano Mickey Finn’s Brewery Austin’s Saloon & Eatery
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Stay in this New Year Eve and celebrate with the kids
Sue Kirchner is a family fun coach and weekly contributor to Patch.com. She created ChocolateCakeClub.com and ChocolateCakeMoments.com both sites dedicated to helping busy families have more fun together. Sue and her family fun ideas have been featured on TV, newspapers, magazines, and blogs. I know we haven't even celebrated Christmas yet but are you looking to ring in 2012 with some fun for your family? Personally, I prefer to go to bed early and sleep in on New Year’s Day to recover from the Holiday season. My kids however, like the idea of celebrating the arrival of the new year. So, we will party. Since I’m usually running on empty, I’ve put together some fun but easy ideas for staying home and celebrating in your family room with …
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Here's a guide with gift ideas for less than $50 from area stores.
Shoppers don’t necessarily need to go to national retailers to find deals and great gifts. “For every $100 spent in Libertyville, up to $68 stays here and supports our community,” said Pam Hume, executive director for MainStreet Libertyville. Hume adds that supporting small town business helps keep the downtown alive. “You don’t have to go to Michigan Avenue. Just come right downtown to Milwaukee Avenue and see the holiday spirit,” Hume said.
Get out the lights and holly. Your decorating could net $100,000 to our schools. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to win a $100,000 gift to Libertyville public schools.
Patch.com is launching a nationwide contest to find the best dressed home in its Patch communities, and the winner’s school district will receive $100,000, no strings attached. Here’s how the contest works. Beginning on Dec. 8 and continuing through Dec. 26, you can nominate your home by uploading a photo to the contest entry form on the site. During that same time period you and your neighbors will also be able to vote for your favorite festive home. The winning entry will be forwarded to a national Patch judge that will select 24 finalists. Each finalist will receive $500 that they can apply to their December electric bill. From Dec. 30 through Jan. 8 you will be able to vote for the Best Decked House in all of Patch. The grand prize …
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12:56 am on Tuesday, December 27, 2011
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