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Category Archives: Everything else
Pompei Orland Park Is Open!
I remember summer nights in the mid 90’s when we used to walk out of our apartment on Laflin, through the courtyard and down the street to Pompei on Taylor. The atmosphere was always welcoming and the food always great. We would then … Continue reading
Posted in Everything else, Family, Food, Local Businesses, Uncategorized
Tagged Little Italy, Pompei Orland Park
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Free at Last, Free at Last
Well, almost. Tomorrow is the first day of school for Orland Park District 135 students. That group includes my four darlings, thank you. Sure, it is a shortened day, but I intend to use it to the fullest.
Posted in Everything else, Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged first day of school, Freedom, Mom
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Teacher Requests, Too Intrusive or Justified?
The new school year is approaching fast and soon teacher assignments will be mailed home here in Orland Park.
Posted in Everything else, Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged choosing a teacher, Orland Park, Teacher requests
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For Tala
Before meeting the Albakri family, I had never heard of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). It turns out I’m not alone. Most people are completely unaware of its existance. The family, joining efforts with the FSMA foundation, are hoping to change that.
Posted in Everything else, Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Fundraiser, Orland Park, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, tala albakri
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Top 5 Reasons to Go to Baby’s Steak and Lemonade in Orland Park
#5 Baby’s has a great selection of freshly made sandwiches, salads and other delicious items. May I suggest the buffalo chicken pita wrap? Make sure you wash it down with a refreshing lemonade.
Cure 4 Connor
Local 3 year old boy, Connor Ruisz, was diagnosed in January with an aggresive form of cancer called Medulloblastoma.
Posted in Everything else, Family, Uncategorized
Tagged 115 Bourbon Street, benefit, Cure 4 Connor, Fundraiser
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Top 5 Family Friendly Things To Do In Orland Park This Summer
Looking for something family friendly to do with the kids this summer? You do not need to look far as Orland Park has so much to offer right here in town.
Keep On Barkin’ Orland Park!
The Village of Orland Park is one of 25 nationwide semi-finalists in the PetSafe Dog Park Contest. Orland Park residents were asked to “Bark for their park” by nominating their home town via the PetSafe Inc. site for a chance … Continue reading
Posted in Everything else, Family, Uncategorized
Tagged Centennial, Orland Park Dog Park, PetSafe, video
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Cars 2 Fundraiser This Saturday 6/25 at 10am
Many of us with little ones at home are planning to take them to see the new Cars 2 movie that opens this weekend. Not only am I going on Saturday morning, but by doing so, I am donating to a wonderful … Continue reading
Posted in Everything else, Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Tagged Cars 2, Fundraiser, Orland Park
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