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Rosie Colucci, who has taken many of the gifts she's received in her numerous hospital visits and given them to underprivileged kids, is holding a benefit to defray the mounting cost of her medical bills.
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Half of their dinner ends up on the floor or on their shirt anyway, so why fork over top dollar for it? Here's a list of Chicagoland restaurants with "kids eat free" specials to help you deal before you dine.
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A taste of Tuscany on Taylor
Alena visits the site of her and her husband's first date - this time with their three kids - and finds it just as magical.
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Three places to brunch in Chicago
When Alena Murguia thinks Mother's Day, she thinks brunch. Here are three spots perfect for brunch on Mother's Day or any other weekend.
Nookies signs on to Healthy Fare for Kids
Our "Good to Go" writer, Alena Murguia, is thrilled to bring her kids to a restaurant that serves healthy food, as part of the Healthy Fare for Kids program.
Find big flavor in Chicago’s Chinatown
Chicago Food Planet offers a three-hour walking tour of Chinatown that covers the food, history and culture of the largest Asian nation. And it’s right off the el’s Red line.
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