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THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND
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The Village of Glencoe Water Utility released the annual Consumer Confidence Report. For 2012, the Glencoe Water Utility met every standard for the more than 100 contaminants tested. Five years ago, the lead action level in a few homes exceeded acceptable levels. After successful follow-ups in 2009, the next round of monitoring occurred this past summer, and results were strong with not one sample exceeding the 15 parts per billion action level.
The Butterflies & Blooms exhibition returns for its second season on May 25 at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Visitors walk into a habitat full of
Lake Forest Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart inducted seven students into the French Honor Society this spring. Kelly Bowler, Lake Bluff; Erika Cerillo, Waukegan; Maddy Morris, Lake Forest; Emma Parkinson, Lake Forest; Natalie Robbins, Glencoe; Jennifer Slaughter, Lake Bluff and Susan Tharp, Lake Bluff all were inducted. Northfield Jenny Goodwin, a Northfield resident and student at Indiana University, and her Kappa Kappa Gamma teammates participated in The Little 500 Bike Race at Indiana University. The Little 500 bike race began as a way to help raise scholarships for working students. Since its inception in 1951, the race has raised more than $1.4 million for that cause. Goodwin had never raced before joining the Kappa bike team at the beginning of the 2012-13 school year. Kappa finished seventh out of 33 teams. “It was one of the greatest experiences I have ever had, and I can’t wait to try again next year,” Goodwin said.
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hundreds of butterflies from around the world, including South America, Asia, North America, and Africa, as well as those native to Illinois. Volunteers are also on hand to answer questions. The 2,800-square-foot white mesh enclosure is located on the lawn of the Learning Campus. Courtney Quigley, seasonal assistant horticulturist in the Butterflies & Blooms exhibition, says her favorite part about coming to work each day is that it’s constantly changing. “Every week there are different plants blooming and new species of butterflies emerging,” Quigley said.
There’s an old secret to buying a new home that Realtors® have known for years. Don’t buy the most expensive property in the community. This secret is a tactic that’s been tested and proven over time, and if you follow it while shopping for your dream home, you’ll be investing in both your home and your future possibilities for its resale value. While it’s appealing to buy a home in a well-established community full of modern homes and meticulously maintained lawns, what happens to that neighborhood in a soft market? What would the ramifications be for your home, valued highest in the neighborhood, is suddenly flanked on all sides by a slew of lesser-valued homes? What happens is this: your perfectly maintained home will be undermined, despite its state-of-the-art amenities, its sleek, modern kitchen and its impressive whirlpool tubs. Your ability to sell your home will be compromised by its proximity to a number of lesser-priced homes, while those same homes will benefit from their proximity to your home. In a market evaluation, this phenomenon is called the negative effect. As a home buyer, it’s incredibly important to be informed and educated in home value trends and the real estate market, especially in light of the turbulence of recent years. Every home is an investment, so make sure you engage the services of a professional Realtor® to help you make an informed, well-planned decision and don’t forget to keep the secret of successful buying in mind as your tour your potential dream home.
Highland Park The City of Highland Park announced the lineup for Highland Park’s Summer Concert Series on Thursday nights in Port Clinton Square.
For professional advice from an experienced Realtor, call Jean Wright at (847) 217-1906 or email at jwright@jeanwright.com
June 6 Check With Lucy (up-tempo new folk) | June 13 Maxwell Street Klezmer Band (Jewish folk) | June 20 Robbie Gold (acoustic alternative) | June 27 Local Favorite (classic and country rock) | July 11 Los Perros Cubanos (1940s Cuban) | July 18 Great Divide (indie rock) | August 1 Friends of Israeli Scouts – Tzofim Friendship Caravan (Israeli teen group) August 8 Highland Park Pops (jazz and big band) | August 10 Dr. Mark & the Sutures (classic rock) | August 15 The Chauffeurs (rock of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s) For more information, please visit www.cityhpil.com/specialevents.
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