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Coffee Break: Jamie Moriarty, co-founder of Ready Set Gourmet in Wheeling
Jul 3, 2022 8:32 PM - Getting to know Jamie Moriarty, co-founder of e-commerce cold shipping company Ready Set Gourmet in Wheeling. -
Watch for plant diseases emerging this month
Jul 3, 2022 7:00 AM - This is the time of year to check closely for magnolia scale, an insect about the size of a pencil eraser. Typically found on the underside of magnolia branches, the scale is responsible for creating an overall thin condition of the tree. -
The soil will tell you how much watering is needed
Jun 27, 2022 7:52 AM - The amount and frequency of watering will vary depending on the type of soil in your garden and weather conditions. Sandy, very well-drained soils will dry out more quickly than heavier clay loam soils so plants growing in those conditions tend to need more water to get established. -
Spotlight: Felicia P. Fields celebrates the blues in Writers Theatre's premiere
Jun 24, 2022 6:00 AM - Writers Theatre premieres a musical celebration of the blues starring Felicia P. Fields; the North American tour of "My Fair Lady" stops briefly in Chicago; and Story Theatre examines rebellion and Black liberation through the lens of the French Revolution, this week in Chicago-area theater.
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Tidy up around your trees
Jun 19, 2022 7:00 AM - Trees planted in lawns can benefit from a mulched ring to reduce competition with grass roots. It also keep mowers and weed whips from damaging trunks. -
Soak up the sun at one of 10 suburban beaches
Jun 5, 2022 8:15 AM - If a change of scenery from your local pool is what you seek, consider heading to a suburban beach this summer. It's closer and cheaper than traveling to a faraway beach destination. Plus, many beaches offer a plethora of activities beyond just swimming. -
'It's my way of reaching out to people': New Trier grad's play will benefit charity
Jun 2, 2022 1:16 AM - Trenton Rothbard has known for a long time he wanted to stage a play or a musical but thought it would be someone else's work. This weekend, the recent New Trier grad -- he just got his diploma Sunday -- is finally staging that production. But it's his own work the actors will perform. -
How to plant containers for patios and decks
May 29, 2022 7:00 AM - The containers you are going to use for seasonal plantings should have at least one bottom hole for drainage. A layer of gravel in the bottom of the container is not necessary. -
Bitter Jester warms up for Highland Park music series this week
May 19, 2022 6:00 AM - Highland Park's Bitter Jester Music Festival is counting down to the opening act of its four-week showcase series, starting its 16th season Friday, May 20. -
Even backyard gardeners must rotate their crops
May 15, 2022 7:00 AM - Rotate the crops in your vegetable garden to control pest problems. This is the easiest way to practice organic, integrated pest management gardening.
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