Our annual Thanksgiving greeting card to Oak Lawn.
Here are three minues and four seconds of life affirming moments in a year in the life of Oak Lawn. I've covered a lot of neighborhoods and a lot of towns, and no matter where I go in my career, I'll never cover a community as special as Oak Lawn. Happy Thanksgiving!
Public health officials offer safety tips to properly prepare poultry and store leftovers.
In all the excitement and chaos of putting on a large spread for family and friends, it’s easy to misjudge and take turkey out of the oven before it is fully cooked, or forget how long food has been left out at room temperature. Build these basic, food safety steps into your holiday food prep routine to keep your family healthy and safe this holiday season. And if you're wondering if it's too late to defrost a 20-pound turkey in time for Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow the answer is yes. Basic steps to preventing most food poisonings: Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold: Cook meat, poultry and eggs thoroughly. Using a thermometer to measure the internal temperature of meat is a good way to be sure that it is cooked sufficiently to kill …
If you've got wit, add your punchline to Patch's weekly comic and win a personalized print.
Are you blessed with insight and good humor? Or just bored today? Share your wit with your south suburban neighbors by entering Patch's comic caption challenge. Just add your dialogue for today's comic in the comment section of this post. Our only requirement is that you keep it clean! At week's end, we'll pick the winning punchline based on how many of us here at Patch giggle and smile at your contribution. The user who produces the winning punchline will get a personalized proof of the comic, with the winning words and a credit line, from cartoonist Chuck Ingwersen and Patch. Congratulations to Dm, who provided the winning punchline to last week's Thirsty Horse comic: You looked a lot younger on your profile picture.
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8:43 am on Thursday, November 22, 2012
Then there was the great tofu revolt and the cheers among all turkey folk were great. more ›
Patch has updated its list of different charitable efforts around Beverly, Mt. Greenwood, Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn and Palos this holiday season.
As the holiday spirit settles over the area, several annual food, toy and monetary charitable efforts are kicking into high gear to help the less fortunate in our community this holiday season. We've rounded up several holiday drives that will allow you to give back locally. If you know of others, please share them in the comments. Christmas Care The Worth Township Youth Commission is sponsoring its annual Christmas Care program for families experiencing financial difficulties. In the past, Worth Township has helped hundreds of families through donations. New toys and “gently used” coats will be accepted by the Youth Commission at its office, 11601 S. Pulaski, Alsip, beginning through December 21. Families in need can apply for the …
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6:29 am on Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Are there other charities that have donation events throughout the year? How about one of those churches, maybe Pilgrim Faith or another that would offer residents to adopt a child or family for birthdays and Easter? Thank you. more ›
The Nov. 24 run/walk is the perfect post-Thanksgiving workout.
Spaces are quickly filling up for the 4th annual Beverly Turkey Trot. The 5K is open to both runners and walkers and participants of all ages. What better way to shake off some of that Thanksgiving feasting than with a nice family walk? The race will make its way through the historic North Beverly neighborhood on Saturday, Nov. 24 at 9 a.m. Things kick-off at Kellogg School, 9241 South Leavitt St. The cost is $30 for adults, $20 for kids and $60 for an unlimited family pass. Proceeds will benefit the the John McNicholas Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and the 19th Ward Youth Foundation. To register visit the event's page. A map of the route is included with this post, as well as some helpful tips for getting to the race. Follow us on …
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Canadian Turkeys, carving the lobster and a turkey the size of a dog.
No need to worry about conversation topics around the Thanksgiving dinner table. Let your guests fill up on these Thanksgiving fun facts.
9:25 am on Friday, November 30, 2012
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If you've got wit, add your punchline to Patch's weekly comic and win a personalized proof.
Are you blessed with insight and good humor? Or just bored today? Share your wit with your south suburban neighbors by entering Patch's comic caption challenge. Just add your dialogue for today's comic in the comment section of this post. Our only requirement is that you keep it clean! At week's end, we'll pick the winning punchline based on how many of us here at Patch giggle and smile at your contribution. The user who produces the winning punchline will get a personalized proof of the comic, with the winning words and a credit line, from cartoonist Chuck Ingwersen and Patch. Congratulations to Norma Schulfer, who provided this winning punchline to last week's comic: I agree with Michelle, we need to eat more fruits and vegetables.
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From Palos Park Police Commissioner Dan Polk
Thanksgiving Day has more than double the number of home cooking fires than an average day according to the U.S. Fire Administration. In fact, each year more than 4,000 fires occur on Thanksgiving Day. To help prevent home fires this Thanksgiving, the Red Cross suggests the following tips: Even with the best preparation and precautions, accidents can happen. Thanksgiving is high time for cooking related burns. Minor burns can be treated easily if you remember to save the butter for the rolls and not a burn. For a superficial burn, cool the area by running it under cold water until the heat eases and then loosely cover the burn with a sterile dressing. Another danger that can interrupt a good turkey dinner is choking. The most common …
Meijer’s dietitian Shari Steinbach offers suggestions for how to safely indulge with the holiday staple.
Thanksgiving cooking does not have to be stressful. With a few simple touches, a great turkey will serve as the cornerstone of a pleasing and sleep-inducing meal. Meijer’s Registered Dietitian Shari Steinbach put together advice and a few techniques to make a Thanksgiving turkey safely and with a lot flavor. The bird can induce a great Tryptophan coma among all of your relatives, including the ones you like. Buy the Right Size Turkey Safety Tip – Proper Temperature to Cook a Turkey Optional Ways to Prepare a Turkey
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1:00 pm on Monday, November 21, 2011
Another helpful turkey tip is to make sure that you remove ALL of the plastic covered giblets ("innards") from the turkey cavity. However, I have accidentally left some of the plastic covered guts in the turkey, which I did not discover until my guests consumed it. The giblets were very nicely roasted and didn't seem to affect the taste of the turkey, nor my guests' health. My dog enjoyed the … more ›
With retailers starting to think about opening on the holiday, has Turkey Day become just another day? Tell us what you think.
Earlier this week, Steve Grzanich, an afternoon anchor and reporter for WBBM-AM (780), tweeted an interesting thought: Are we losing #Thanksgiving as a holiday? Christmas season starts now before Halloween w/very little mention of Turkey Day. #stoprushingxmas Right now, grocery stores have limited—and sometimes full—hours on Thanksgiving. Retailers are opening earlier and earlier to catch the Black Friday wave. Target is opening at midnight, and Toys R Us will be open at 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Has Thanksgiving lost its holiday appeal? Will it eventually become as significant as Arbor Day or Columbus Day? Have we lost it as a day off to be spent with family and copious amounts of food? Take our poll and tell us what you think in our …
1:53 pm on Tuesday, November 22, 2011
I agree with the comments that Thanksgiving is getting lost in all the commercialism of Christmas. I couldn't believe how many Christmas commercials ran before Halloween this year. It makes me sick! Not to mention the stores putting out Christmas decorations shortly after Labor Day. The only stores that should be able to sell Christmas items are the craft supply stores so that people can get a … more ›
Ann Last
7:20 pm on Thursday, November 22, 2012
I'm thankful for you Lorraine because you deliver the news so quickly, and cover topics that are of real interest to our community. more ›