Yearly Archives: 2016
Chicago’s Oldest Museum Opens the Vault
The Chicago Academy of Sciences/Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has opened its vault to share rare specimens and debut pop-up exhibit, Chicago’s Explorers, to highlight the legacy of the Chicago Academy… Read more
TV Host Ed McElroy Interviews Jesse White
Ed McElroy, host of “The Ed McElroy Show”, recently interviewed Jesse White, Illinois Secretary of State and Commissioner Mariyana Spyropoulos, President of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago…. Read more
Chicago Public Library Presents January Series
In January, Chicago Public Library will host a number of exciting and energetic musical performances including a piano recital featuring an accomplished teenage musician; two talented youthful musicians celebrating the… Read more
Citizenship Workshop at Albany Park Library
Centro Romero and World Relief Chicago present a citizenship workshop for Chicago residents wanting to become a U.S. Citizen. To be eligible for citizenship you need to be a legal… Read more
Chicago Zoological Society to Honor Martin Luther King Jr. with Choral Celebration
Join Chicago Zoological Society staff for a choral celebration in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 18, at Brookfield Zoo. In honor of the day,… Read more
Oat Meatballs
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound fresh white mushrooms, finely chopped 1 pinch salt 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup quick-cooking… Read more
Eating Processed Foods May Raise Your Risk of Autoimmune Diseases
Here’s one more reason to stick with your New Year’s resolution to eat healthy: A recent study published in the journal Autoimmunity Reviews suggests that chowing down on ready-made or… Read more
Rep. Lilly Encourages Others to Donate Blood for National Blood Donor Month
In recognition of the American Red Cross’ National Blood Donor Month, state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, is encouraging local residents to donate blood at clinics and blood banks in the… Read more
Managing Diabetes
By: Nadia Al-Samarrie It’s tough enough to make it through the holidays without gaining weight. People with diabetes face a bigger challenge with holiday parties and family gatherings. An extra… Read more
Oregon Pharmacists Can Now Prescribe Birth Control Over the Counter
Oregon has become the first U.S. state to legalize over-the-counter birth control. Under the new law, pharmacists are allowed to prescribe birth control pills directly to patients, UPI reports. This… Read more
