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December 2011

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Gifts to slap on your wish list

Meredith Sinclair -
Moms are often busy buying gifts for everybody else, but Meredith Sinclair has some gift ideas for women.
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A Christmas Story starts tour with Chicago kid actors

Molly Woulfe -
Five Chicago kids were chosen to be part of Ralphie's gang in the tour of "A Christmas Carol, the Musical," running Dec. 14-30 at the Chicago Theatre.
At Home

Poached pears in purple grape juice

Christine Palumbo -
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups grape juice, such as Welch's 100% Grape Juice made with Concord grapes 2 cinnamon sticks Rind of orange, two strips 4 pears, peeled Directions In a medium saucepan,...
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Accidental poisoning 411

Dr. Lisa Thornton -
Accidental poisonings do happen. What you need to know.
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Too many sugar plums dancing in their heads?

Christine Palumbo -
Indulge for your holiday, but get right back on track for healthy eating the next day.
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Make things easier on yourself

Jennifer DuBose -
Jennifer DuBose with some great tips on working together, communicating and having fun with your kids.
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Families of different faiths share holiday traditions

Elizabeth Abrams -
When it comes to the holidays, more and more families of different faiths are coming together to share their traditions and friendship
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Easy elegance at Carlucci

Alena Murguia -
Carlucci in Downers Grove is fit for a family night and a date night.
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The CSO for kids

Alena Murguia -
Alena Murguia took her sons to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's kid series, with lunch included.
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Get conversations started with Chat Mats

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Chat Mats ask some intriguing questions that kids can answer and discuss at their own level. Check 'em out for a great stocking stuffer or party idea.
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