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MycroMat Revolutionizes Microwave Cooking

Young inventor Aaron Hechtman (30) to appear on QVC’s ‘Kitchen Idea’ show for MycroMat™ >PRWEB.COM NewswireChicago, Illinois (PRWEB) August 12, 2014   MycroMat™, the newest kitchen gadget that revolutionizes microwave cooking, comes from young 30 year-old inventor Aaron Hechtman of Chicago, who will discuss and demonstrate his kitchen product this week when he appears on […]

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See the Film Jens Jensen The Living Green

Jens Jensen The Living Green When it comes to films, books, theater shows, etc. about famed artists from our history, I have to say that I’m more than partial. I had the pleasure of walking a few blocks from my house last night to see a screening of the documentary Jens Jensen The Living Green […]

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Milestone: Children’s Music Legend Ella Jenkins Turns 90

Ella Jenkins 90th Birthday Celebration   When it comes to children’s music, there is no one more top of mind than the first lady of children’s folk song – Ella Jenkins.  A true pioneer in music education for young children, on August 6, 2014, Ella turned 90 years of age, and celebrated in style with […]

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Help End Alzheimer’s: Join the Walk

2014 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions. Join a team for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease. Together, we can advance research to treat and prevent Alzheimer’s, and provide programs and support to improve […]

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Auxiliary at NorthShore Highland Park Hospital Raises $75K for Cancer

Be Part of the Cure Summer Party Raises $75,000 for Auxiliary’s Fundraising Campaign The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) Highland Park Hospital welcomed more than 215 members, friends and supporters for the organization’s second annual summer soiree, Be Part of the CURE. Guests gathered at the Culinary Innovation Center of Highland Baking Co. for […]

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SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE NEWS

FROM SOCIAL TO SALE: FACEBOOK, TWITTER AND PINTEREST EXPAND INTO E-COMMERCE  Business  Monday, July 21st, 2014  Nicole Brown E-commerce is the next big frontier for social media companies. Here’s how Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest plan to own social sales. (more)

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Buffett gives record charity donation to Gates foundation

Buffett gives record $2.1 billion donation to Gates foundation By Kelly Gilblom, Bloomberg NewsBloomberg 11:20 p.m. CDT, July 15, 2014 NEW YORK — Warren Buffett, the second-richest person in the United States, made his largest single charitable contribution ever when he donated $2.1 billion to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The chairman and chief executive […]

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Be Part of the Cure Summer Party

The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Highland Park Hospital invites you to its Be Part of the Cure Summer Party benefiting Kellogg Cancer Care at Highland Park Hospital.  Friday, July 18th from 7:00 to 10:00pm at Culinary Innovation Center at Highland Baking Co. 2301 Shermer Rd, Northbrook, IL.  Cocktail buffet, DJ, Cash Raffle and […]

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A SAFE HAVEN FOUNDATION’S 4th ANNUAL 5K RUN TO END HOMELESSNESS

A Safe Haven Foundation is hosting the Nation’s largest 4th Annual 5k RUN! To End Homelessness in Chicago’s historic Douglas Park, Sunday, July 13, 2014 from 8:00AM to 11:00AM (CDT). To Register or more information:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-safe-haven-foundations-4th-annual-5k-run-to-end-homelessness-registration-10205367529?team_token=838575-p5q88  

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Social Drama A Day for Grace to Kick-Off National Tour in August with Doug Vincent and Sam Llanas

A Day for Grace to kick-off multi-city national tour in August Social drama A Day for Grace to kick-off multi-city national tour in August, starring playwright Doug Vincent and rock icon Sam Llanas (formerly of BoDeans). The heartwarming story of hope and triumph over adversity, the play recounts the emotional roller-coaster true journey of a father-to-be […]