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Shop Smart - Do Good!

Submitted by WestfieldOldOrchard on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 11:38am
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Lord & Taylor at Westfield Old Orchard is offering shoppers a fantastic way to save money while suppporting area charities. For a $5 donation to a participating nonprofit group, you will get a 15 percent off savings pass valid all day on Tuesday, April 13, even on cosmetics, which is almost unheard of! You can even save 20 percent on ONE item.

 

Close to 200 area nonprofits are participating, and the list is growing every day.

Book Discussion on Write It When I'm Gone by Thomas M. DeFrank

Submitted by eh re ca on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - 10:39am
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Book Discussion on Write It When I'm Gone by Thomas M. DeFrank

On January 27th at 2pm, the Low Vision Book Discussion group met to discuss Thomas M. DeFrank's Write It When I'm Gone at the Skokie Public Library.

 

Pictured above is Skokian Manny Bud, a longtime member of the discussion group, shaking hands with former president Gerald Ford, the subject of Mr. DeFrank's book.

Raising Teens: A Risky Business

Submitted by karmal on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - 5:16pm
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Parents and guardians in Niles Township are invited to a Town Hall Meeting to discuss “Raising Teens:  A Risky Business” from 7 to 8:30 pm on Tuesday, April 6 in the Niles West High School Auditorium at 5701 Oakton, Skokie.

Skokie Park District's Michelle Tuft @ Snapshot Day in Skokie Library

Submitted by skokie on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - 11:31am
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On February 10th, the Skokie Public Library observed Snapshot Day.

Annual Teen Job Fair around the corner!

Submitted by eh re ca on Friday, March 5, 2010 - 8:33pm
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Each year Skokie Public Library holds a job fair for teens in the Mary Radmacher Meeting Room. The event is co-sponsored by the Skokie Park District. Teens participating in the Job Fair have an opportunity to get job hunting tips, meet with potential employers, pick up job applications, practice interviewing, and learn about volunteer jobs.

Skokie Art Fair

Submitted by skokienet on Friday, March 5, 2010 - 10:43am
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Skokie Art Fair

Contact: Barbara Willerman

C/O Devonshire Cultural Center
4400 Greenwood Street
Skokie, IL 60077

Phone: 847.677.8163

Email: skokieart@aol.com

Website:  http://www.skokieartguild.org/fair.html

 

Skokie's Village Green, 5211 Oakton, is site of this beautiful air fair celebrating its 49th year in 2010.

Website: 
http://www.skokieartguild.org/fair.html

Olympic Medalist Scott Hamilton Stars In Skokie's "Superstars On Ice"

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 11:12am
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Skokie's 2010 "Superstars On Ice" will headline American Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton, now serving as an NBC skating commentator during the Vancouver Winter Olympics.

 

Hamilton brings his talents to the Skatium Ice Arena on May 18th and 19th for a showcase of champion skaters such as Kurt Browning, Sasha Cohen, Todd Eldredge, Irina Slutskaya, and Yuka Sato.

 

The Skatium is located at 9300 Weber Park Place. For up-to-date show and ticket information, call 847.674.1510.

Chili Cook-Off at Temple Beth Israel

Submitted by Anonymous on Monday, February 22, 2010 - 3:24pm
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Chili Cook-Off at Temple Beth Israel

Skokie Mayor George Van Dusen samples chili at the First Annual Chili Cook-Off held Sunday, Feb. 21st at Temple Beth Israel in Skokie.  Mayor Van Dusen was one of the judges for the event.

Chili Cook-Off at Temple Beth Israel

Submitted by Anonymous on Monday, February 22, 2010 - 3:23pm
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Chili Cook-Off at Temple Beth Israel

Judges for Temple Beth Israel's First Annual Chili Cook-Off held Sunday, Feb. 21st included (l. to r.) Helene Levine (immediate past president TBI), Skokie's Mayor George Van Deusen, Laura Cooper (Vice President Fundraising TBI), and Daniel J. Berman (president TBI).

United States 2010 Census: A New Portrait of America

Submitted by eh re ca on Monday, February 15, 2010 - 11:51am
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United States 2010 Census: A New Portrait of America

 

Watch a promotional video provided by the government to encourage citizens to participate in our nation's 2010 census on April 1st. "It's easy. It's important. It's safe. Get involved." What will our numbers reveal?

 


Unite for Sight

Submitted by eh re ca on Monday, February 15, 2010 - 11:15am
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Unite for Sight

SkokieNet Volunteer Marylin Palackel (center) and friends, Mumtaj Chand (right) & Aneem Ghous (left), all from Loyola University, promote an eye health program held at the Skokie Public Library last month as part of Unite for Sight. Unite for Sight is a non-profit eye care organization whose goal is to eliminate preventable blindness by holding community outreach programs to increase awareness about eye care and helping people access quality eye care.

Enter The Chicago Dream Home Raffle And Support The WINGS Organization

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, February 4, 2010 - 12:19pm
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Enter The "Chicago Dream Home Raffle" By February 7th and become eligible for Early Bird Drawings and Grand Prize Drawing.

 

Enter for your chance to win your $1,300,000 Dream Home built by Pickell Builders or $1,000,000 in CASH!

Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of India's Republic Day in Skokie

Submitted by eh re ca on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 - 8:33pm
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Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of India's Republic Day in Skokie

Niles West High School in Skokie was the place to be on January 23rd. It was packed with individuals celebrating the 60th anniversary of India's Republic Day. An assortment of spicy delicacies were served from 5pm in the cafeteria and VIP room.

Purim Festival at Temple Beth Israel

Submitted by ablain on Sunday, January 31, 2010 - 3:05pm
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Purim at Temple Beth Israel

 

Come One; Come All to the Temple Beth Israel Purim Festival, Sunday February 28, 2010.

 

9:30 a.m.

Diana Hunter & Larry Mandel at Chamber After Hours

Submitted by eh re ca on Saturday, January 30, 2010 - 3:26pm
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Diana Hunter & Larry Mandel at Chamber After Hours

Diana Hunter, President Emerita of the Skokie Library Board of Trustees, shares some great food and a good time with Larry Mandel of Piser Chapel at the recent Chamber After Hours at McCormick and Schmick's in Skokie. Attendees savored steak sandwiches, bruschetta with scallops and salsa, tuna, and other delicious hors d'oeuvres. Skokie' Chamber sponsors several opportunities for networking each month. For more information, call them at 847.673.0240.

Studying for Finals

Submitted by eh re ca on Saturday, January 30, 2010 - 3:06pm
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Studying for Finals

As with all education, high school is a lot of work. SkokieNet volunteer Aleks takes a break from volunteering and acting in school plays to settle down with his books at the Finals Study Hall in the Mary Radmacher room of the Skokie Public Library.

 

Ada Rabinowitz with Supervisor Lee Tamraz

Submitted by eh re ca on Saturday, January 30, 2010 - 2:49pm
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Ada Rabinowitz with Supervisor Lee Tamraz

Ada Rabinowitz and Niles Township Supervisor Lee Tamraz pose for a picture at the recent fundraiser hosted by State Representative Lou Lang at the Holiday Inn-Skokie.

Illinois Nut and Candy Offers Concessions at the Skokie Theatre

Submitted by eh re ca on Thursday, January 21, 2010 - 5:50pm
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Illinois Nut and Candy Offers Concessions at the Skokie Theatre

Dave Levine of Illinois Nut and Candy offers his delicacies to attendees of the Skokie Theatre's production of Love Letters. Theater goers could select candy for a dollar a piece, with all proceeds benefiting Skokie Theatre.

Korean American Day Celebration

Submitted by eh re ca on Thursday, January 21, 2010 - 5:37pm
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Korean American Day Celebration

Mayor George Van Dusen and Library Director Carolyn Anthony give Korean dancers awards for their participation and talent in the Korean American Day Celebration held January 13th at the Skokie Library.

Singer Jack Miuccio Performs At Skokie Theatre Veteran's Benefit

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 - 1:04pm
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Jack Miuccio's performances capture the vibe of the Rat Pack. He has opened for Frankie Avalon and Fabian, and sings regularly at the Tuscany restaurant in Oakbrook and Enzo's in West Chicago.

 

On January 23rd at 8pm, Jack headlines a tribute to veterans at the Skokie Theatre. Admission is free with a donation to the theatre's "vet ticket" fund.

 

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