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January 4, 2015

Chicagoland’s Guide to Celebrating New Year’s Eve #NYE

December 26, 2014

Stage 773 1225 W. Belmont Chicago 9:00 p.m. Cost: $70, VIP $100 Redmoon Theater 2120 S. Jefferson Chicago 9:00 p.m. Cost: $125, VIP $175 Hawaiin Lu’au 1401 N. Ashland Chicago 5:30 p.m. Cost: $115 Taste of Every Season at Moto 945 W. Fulton Market Chicago 9:00 p.m. Cost: $275 White & Gold Celebration at Fig […]

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Have a Greek New Year’s Eve! Eftihismenos O Kenourios Hronos!

December 26, 2014

New Year’s Day is a big holiday for Greeks because it’s St. Basil’s Day. Many Greeks exchange presents in honor of the saint. My family, along with many other Greeks, have a special tradition on New Year’s Day. My mother bakes a delicious cake called vasilopita. She wraps a quarter in foil and sticks it in […]

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Christopher Soto wasn’t with His Family on Christmas — He was in Afghanistan Defending Our Country

December 14, 2014

I was in the Army. I was deployed to Afghanistan from April of 2011 through April 2012. So, I was away for both Christmas and Thanksgiving. It was really sad. I think the hardest was having to spend Christmas overseas by myself. However, the people that you serve with become your family. They’re going through the same stuff […]

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A Very Merry Greek Christmas — Kala Christougenna!

December 7, 2014

The Christmas season begins Dec. 6 and ends Jan. 7 with Christmas celebrated Dec. 25. Our holiday kicks off on Dec. 6 because it is St. Nicholas Day. St. Nicholas is the protector of sailors and boats. In Greece, kids go house to house singing kalanda (carols). For singing, they get a treat such as cookies, […]

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The Love Expert Answers YOUR Holiday Romance Questions

December 1, 2014

This time of year, is it more romantic to stay in and watch a movie or go see a movie? Definitely stay in and watch a movie. In a movie theater, you have to stay quiet and watch the movie. At home, you’re able to talk, cuddle, kiss, and be “alone.” I have a new […]

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Fun Columbus Facts #HappyColumbusDay

October 10, 2014

This information has been taken from the Order Sons of Italy in America. Enjoy and Happy Columbus Day! FAST FACTS: HISTORICAL: • Columbus proved that it was possible to safely cross the Atlantic Ocean. • Columbus founded the first permanent European settlement in the Western Hemisphere, Hispaniola (now Haiti and the Dominican Republic). • Columbus […]

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How To Pick The Perfect Pumpkin

October 10, 2014

Choose a pumpkin that feels firm and heavy for its size. Choose a pumpkin that has consistent coloring throughout. Turn the pumpkin over and place pressure on the bottom with your thumbs. If it flexes or gives your pumpkin is not fresh. Look for soft spots, mold, wrinkles or open cuts that would indicate damage […]

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Years After Anna’s Grandmother Passed Away, She Came to Her In a Dream…

October 4, 2014

When I was younger, my mother lost my grandmother’s wedding ring. My mom and I looked everywhere for the ring. We checked the entire basement, the upstairs, and all of our bedrooms. We even looked in the attic! After a day of searching for the ring, we went to sleep. We were so disappointed that […]

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Celebrate Columbus Day with the Joint Civic Commitee of Italian Americans

October 2, 2014

Monday, Oct. 13, 2014 Mass: 9 a.m. The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, Chicago Wreath Laying: 10:30 a.m. Arrigo Park, Chicago Parade: 12:30-2:30 p.m. BACK ON STATE STREET! Between Wacker and Van Buren, Chicago Reception: 3- 5:30 at Casa Italia — Entertainment, Italian Novelties, Food and Gelato available for purchase Transportation: 7:30 and 10:30 […]

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