With Thanksgiving right around the corner, there are so many things that we're trying to do before all of the friends and family arrive! The dinners to plan, activities to do, and events to attend are all incredible things to be grateful for but can also become stressful amid the hustle and bustle of the busy month. It's easy to become overwhelmed and feel like you're constantly going from one responsibility to the next. Let us help make a piece of your family's time together easier with our list of things to do, recipes to make, and blogs to relax with. Bundle up and enjoy spending time with your loved ones this holiday season! |
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Saturday, November 6 WHEATON FRENCH MARKET Reber Street and Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL 60187 • Location: Downtown Wheaton • Time: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM • Price: Free Saturdays are Market Days in Wheaton! Come join us ...you will find a great assortment of goods! |
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WINE IN THE WILD 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513 • Presented By: Brookfield Zoo • Location: Brookfield Zoo • Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM • Price: For ticket pricing email CZSWomensBoard@czs.org A social evening at the zoo! Guests will have the opportunity to sample a wonderful variety of wines and liquors from around the world accompanied by scrumptious hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and more. Additionally, attendees will be able to purchase wines on-site. The fundraising event will also feature a raffle, paddle raise, and silent auction, which will include a variety of items from Brookfield Zoo and beyond. |
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Saturday, November 13 ZOO SKATING RINK 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513 • Location: Brookfield Zoo • Time: 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM • Price: Unlimited time for all skaters is $7 Bundle up with your family and enjoy a skating day out! Perfect for all ages, lace up your skates and head to Brookfield Zoo this winter season. Don't forget to bring your favorite snacks! |
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We love these recipes from Minimalist Baker and Half Baked Harvest! We value good food and great conversations and want to provide you with a recipe for both. |
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APPLE FRENCH TOAST BAKE This easy french toast bake is the fall breakfast of dreams. It feeds a crowd and only requires 20 minutes of prep time! Bake it in the oven for an hour in the morning before everyone wakes up, and your home will smell like apple pie all day! Read More |
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ABUNDANCE KALE SALAD What better way to kick off the month of thankfulness than with an abundant kale salad? With roasted sweet potato, zucchini, avocado, sprouts, crispy chickpeas, and kimchi topped with a savory tahini dressing, this salad makes the perfect 30-minute meal or side. Read More |
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HARVEST CHICKEN CASSEROLE This Harvest Chicken Casserole from will be you new favorite easy evening dinner. It only takes an hour to make and includes ALL of your fall favorites. Make it for a big crowd, or pack it up and eat the leftovers for lunch! Read More |
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PRETZEL FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE Enjoy a night in with your loved ones and spend the evening wrapped up while drinking the frozen version of a holiday classic. It's perfect for a family activity and always a hit at parties! |
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EIFFEL WAFFLE 1028 Curtiss St Downers Grove, IL 60515 Looking for new restaurants to try? Check out the recently opened frozen yogurt place that offers your favorite flavors with a twist. Take your loved one on a date night or your family for a weekend excursion! |
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Project of the Week Lake Shore Drive Loft |
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Evenings of laughter and memories that will last a lifetime are inevitable in this kitchen! Perfect for entertainment, this design features an open floor plan and exposed brick that fills the room with warmth and charm. |
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Have you ever wondered how to choose the best backsplash tile for your home? Let us be your guides and dive into navigating the uncharted waters of all things backsplash! Read More |
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Don't miss part 2 of our backsplash blog series where we dive even deeper into the details that make a design come to life. Turn your vision into a reality today! Read More |
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