One of the pleasures of winter birding is the search for wintering waterfowl. Ducks that have bred in wetlands at more northerly latitudes fly south to swim and forage in ponds and
We’re kicking off a new contest with our weekly Cooking with Heinen’s series. For a chance to win a $25 Heinen’s Grocery gift card, all you have to do is share a
The Barrington Junior Women’s Club (BJWC) is getting ready to celebrate the 20th year of Safety Town as they announce registration dates and details for the new season! Held in a miniature
Many years ago my Mom added a New Orleans gumbo to the daily lunch menu in her restaurant. Since then it’s been a popular dish that people line up for. She gave me
This week’s Cooking with Heinen’s post is my way of bidding farewell to winter. Or at least telling winter to go away! I’m done with you!! I love that citrus season is
Love is definitely in the air on Cook Street with this week’s Valentine’s Day grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting at Barrington’s newest bridal salon! MS Moda has just opened for business
How do we love thee, Barrington? Help us count the ways! We’re kicking off a new series this Valentine’s Day week called #LoveBarrington. We’re inviting readers (that’s YOU!) to share favorite things
Dreaming of more sunshine and the return of spring in Barrington? Heinen’s Grocery is inviting us all to come “taste the sun” at Zest Fest, featuring special tastings to celebrate the return
As I chop herbs & veggies for tonight’s Heinen’s Sunday Supper, I can’t help but wonder how everyone’s winter is going so far? Aside from the random arctic blast earlier in December
The early birds have been singing again and that can only mean one thing. It’s about time for the return of Wendy Paulson’s Barrington Area Spring Bird Walks & Hikes! Hot off
All are welcome to come and see a live staged adaptation of the classic Hollywood 1940’s screwball comedy “His Girl Friday” at the Garlands of Barrington Performing Arts Center. The performance will
With Valentine’s Day coming up next week, I’ve been on a mission to develop an unconventional surf and turf recipe for a special way to celebrate the loved ones in your life.
Want to help foster children in Illinois while watching the Big Game with families at Wool Street this Sunday? The Let It Be Us Kickoff for Kids Super Bowl LI Watch Party
With the Big Game coming up in a few days it’s time to plan that menu fit for your favorite football fans. I’ve been recipe testing looking for just the right balance
Advocate Health just launched a new website at AdvocateNurse.com devoted to celebrating and supporting its nurses. What a special way to honor the men & women who are such a treasured source