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Philadelphia Woman Survives Hurricane Sandy and How You Can Help

November 4, 2012

Emme: What did you purchase to prepare for the storm? We stocked up on water. I bought two extra cases of water. I also filled up on pitchers of water for my refrigerator. I went to the bank because we knew the ATM’s were going to be shut down. We filled both of our cars with gas. […]

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October is Italian Heritage Month: Emme Salutes Successful and Influential Italians and Italian Americans

October 30, 2012

Adriana Trigiani Born in Virginia, Trigani has written heart- warming novels with rich Italian American characters. These novels have taken readers to the Alps of Italy, Buenos Aires, and Greenwich Village. No wonder she is a New York Times Best-Selling author! Read Emme’s interview with Trigiani here: http://www.emme-magazine.com/2012/09/21/adrianatrigiani/ Lee Iacocca Born to Italian immigrants, […]

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Be Spooktacular with These Couples Halloween Costumes

October 9, 2012

Are you and your sweetie looking for couples’ costumes? Emme has collected the ultimate list of classic and out of the ordinary costumes for couples. Happy Halloween! JFK and Jackie-O Maryann and the Professor Annie and Daddy Warbucks Alice and the White Rabbit Snow White and Doc Burt and Mary Poppins Peter Pan and Tinkerbell […]

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Celebrate Columbus Day with The Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans

October 5, 2012

Monday, October 8, 2012 Mass, 9 a.m. The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, Chicago Wreath Laying, 10 a.m. Arrigo Park, Chicago Parade, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Columbus Drive between Balbo & Randolph, Chicago Reception, 3:30 p.m. Casa Italia Pavilion, Stone Park **TRANSPORTATION 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.** Bus Transportation & Reception: $30 Reception Only: […]

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Beware for a Scare with this Haunted House in River Grove

October 2, 2012

Are you ready for Halloween? Scary Perry’s and Fables Studios (8412 W. Grand Ave., River Grove, IL) is the perfect place to go for a scare. Owner Tony Perry has a Halloween store filled with Halloween masks, décor, and costumes. After you’re done shopping for Halloween, you can live your biggest fears! Peter Tomeczko is […]

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Autumn Date Night: A Fall Cocktail and Dessert

September 20, 2012

Oh, Autumn! The time of year to snuggle up under a blanket, watch movies and sip apple cider. This weekend, drink this Autumn cocktail and nibble on this delicious treat! It’s a recipe for the perfect Fall date night. Pumpkin Whoopie Pies 3 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda […]

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Bring Starbucks To Your Home: DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte

September 16, 2012

Pumpkin Spice Latte Yield: 1 drink Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 4 min Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole milk 1 tablespoon unsweetened canned pumpkin puree 1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup hot brewed, strong coffee 2 tablespoons half & half cream 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar, or […]

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Author Stephanie Kuehnert Talks Music, Teens, and Oak Park

September 7, 2012

Forest Park resident Stephanie Kuehnert writes about teens, music, and Oak Park. This ambitious, creative woman has turned her dream into a reality. Like most writers, her craft grew through reading as a young girl. She moved to Oak Park from St. Louis when she was 8-years-old, and her mom took her to […]

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Dr. Hughes Answers the Question: Who are the Unknown People We See In Our Dreams?

August 19, 2012

Disclaimer: The information presented in this website and the comments from Dr. Hughes are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or psychological disorder. The information presented is not a substitute for medical, psychological or psychiatric treatment. You are advised to seek professional medical and psychological help as necessary. When we dream about people […]

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Juicy Summer Reads

July 24, 2012

Summer is the time to kick back and relax at the pool or beach. What time of year is better to dig into a juicy summer read? Vanessa Morrison, a librarian from Franklin Park Library gave the scoop on the trendiest books in demand this summer. When it comes to women’s literature, aka “chick […]

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