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He installed the infant seat on the bike's handlebar, carefully strapped Day in to it and began to pedal away. Although he rode cautiously, the new weight on his handlebar threw off his balance nearly causing him to crash. He immediately became aware that Day needed a helmet. But why is it that kids don't wear helmets? Obviously because they find helmets to be uncomfortable and unappealing. They are just not cool. The idea then dawned on Rick, to create a helmet that would be fun, safe and comfortable and would be fit for almost any sport. A quality helmet that children would want to wear and would provide the peace of mind parents need.
On a summer afternoon of 2009, Rick could not wait any longer. For a long time he had been waiting for his baby daughter Day to be old enough to go on her first bike ride.


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California found egg on its face when six states sued the Golden State for passing a law that imposes undue burdens on interstate commerce. The Wall Street Journal describes the California laws requiring that no eggs laid by hens housed in small cages could be sold in the state.
California growers, of course, bore the burden of cage-free hens for producing eggs sold in within the state since the 2008 passage of Proposition 2. But the states of Missouri, Alabama, Iowa, Oklahoma, Kentucky and Nebraska would not tolerate California's ban of their eggs born by chickens raised in ordinary chicken housing.
Californians -- being used to wiles of eco-nonsense -- are primed to pay the 20% higher price for eggs laid by legally mandated homeless hens outside state borders. Not so for six other states, all pointing less to the poor chickens' cooped quarters than to the unconstitutionality of the California state law that discriminated against out-of-state chicken farmers.
California decried the small chicken cages, claiming that salmonella prevails in such hen houses. A study of both regular and roomy cages by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and North Carolina State University researchers says there's no such prevalence. That argument was immediately clucked out of consideration. Only California could make such stuff up.
While the six suing states are likely to win their argument in court, thus enabling out-of-state-egg sales in California, California's home-laid produce may wind up too costly for in-state purchase. Such environmental extremism only leaves embarrassing egg on the face of once admirable California.

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TEMPE, Ariz.—Behind a 15-kill night from freshman BreElle Bailey, the Arizona State volleyball team topped Washington State in straight sets (25-22, 25-22, 25-17) on Wednesday in Wells Fargo Arena.
With the win, ASU improves to 16-9 on the year with a 5-8 mark in Pac-12 play, while Washington State falls to 16-10 on the year with a 3-10 mark in conference action. The win also marks ASU's 14th win via a 3-0 sweep.
The Sun Devils took a 21-17 lead late into the first set of action, led by a frame-high six kills from Bailey before Washington State used a 3-0 run to cut the lead to one point. ASU then used a pair of kills from Sophomore Macey Gardner and another from Bailey to pick up the set, 25-22.
In the second set, Washington State came out with an early lead before Bailey smacked one over the net to tie things up at 12-12. Sophomore Mercedes Binns then picked up a kill on an overpass to give the Sun Devils the 13-12 edge and ASU never looked back before Bailey picked up her 11th kill of the night at set-point, 25-22.
Freshman Whitney Follette, who was error-free for the match with eight kills and a .571 hitting percentage, had a standout final set with three kills in six attempts and a trio of solo blocks. After an early battle for the lead, ASU jumped out to a 13-7 advantage before the Sun Devils won the match on a Washington State attack error, 25-17.
Junior Shannan McCready dished out 35 helpers on the night while senior Stephanie Preach picked up 19 digs for the match.
For the Cougars, reigning Pac-12 Freshman of the Week Kyra Holt paced the squad with 11 kills while Camryn Irwin threw up 32 assists.
Up next, the Sun Devils will host No. 3 Washington on Saturday in Wells Fargo Arena. The match is set for a Noon MT start and will be streamed live through thesundevils.com. Prior to the match, ASU will honor its four seniors: Stephanie Preach, Jenny Teslevich, Caitlyn Francis, and Bethany Jorgensen.


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Alabama Softball 2013
#4 Alabama at Houston
Mar 27, 2013 at Houston, Texas (Cougar SB Stadium)
Score by Innings R H E
Alabama............. 300 010 2 - 6 10 1
Houston............. 120 000 0 - 3 4 1
Umpires - HP: Rodney Smith 1B: Wyman Stephens 3B: Walter Hill
Start: 6:30 pm Time: 2:22 Attendance: 1793
Weather: 65, 15 MPH
Alabama Softball 2013
#4 Alabama at Houston
Mar 27, 2013 at Houston, Texas (Cougar SB Stadium)
Alabama starters: 8/cf McCleney; 1/lf Braud; 10/2b Hunt; 33/dh Traina; 17/1b
Spencer; 19/3b Richard; 15/ss Hays; 21/c Bell; 18/rf Hawkins; 11/p Sewell;
Houston starters: 22/3b ANDERSON; 13/ss CULLUM; 16/rf GABER; 10/c OUTON,H; 6/dh
DUPLECHAIN; 15/2b HOLLAND; 3/1b EDWARDS; 23/lf PECINA; 26/cf ST. PIERRE; 4/p
Alabama 1st - McCleney doubled. Braud out at first
3b to 2b, SAC, bunt; McCleney advanced to third. Hunt singled to shortstop,
RBI; McCleney scored. Traina homered to left center, 2 RBI; Hunt scored.
Spencer fouled out to 3b. Richard struck out looking. 3 runs, 3 hits, 0
errors, 0 LOB.
Houston 1st - ANDERSON flied out to cf. CULLUM hit
by pitch. CULLUM advanced to second on an illegal pitch. GABER walked. OUTON,H
struck out looking. DUPLECHAIN walked; GABER advanced to second; CULLUM
advanced to third. HOLLAND singled to third base, RBI; DUPLECHAIN advanced to
second; GABER advanced to third; CULLUM scored. EDWARDS flied out to cf to left
center. 1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 3 LOB.
Alabama 2nd - Hays singled to shortstop. Bell fouled
out to c. Hawkins fouled out to c. McCleney singled to third base; Hays
advanced to second. Braud singled to third base; McCleney advanced to second;
Hays advanced to third. Hunt flied out to cf to right center. 0 runs, 3
hits, 0 errors, 3 LOB.
Houston 2nd - PECINA walked. ST. PIERRE singled to
left field; PECINA advanced to second. ANDERSON popped up to ss. CULLUM walked;
ST. PIERRE advanced to second; PECINA advanced to third. Jury to p for Sewell.
GABER walked, RBI; CULLUM advanced to second; ST. PIERRE advanced to third;
PECINA scored. OUTON,H fouled out to 1b. DUPLECHAIN reached on an error by 3b;
GABER advanced to second; CULLUM advanced to third; ST. PIERRE scored,
unearned. HOLLAND lined out to ss. 2 runs, 1 hit, 1 error, 3 LOB.
Alabama 3rd - Traina flied out to lf. Spencer fouled
out to 1b. Richard lined out to ss. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 0
Houston 3rd - EDWARDS popped up to cf. PECINA lined
out to 3b. ST. PIERRE struck out looking. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 0
Alabama 4th - Hays flied out to cf to right center.
Bell fouled out to 3b. Hawkins grounded out to p. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0
errors, 0 LOB.
Houston 4th - ANDERSON grounded out to 2b. CULLUM
singled to shortstop. GABER struck out looking. CULLUM advanced to second on a
wild pitch. OUTON,H struck out looking. 0 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1
Alabama 5th - McCleney singled to third base. Braud
grounded out to 3b; McCleney advanced to second. Hunt struck out looking.
Traina walked. Spencer singled to center field, RBI; Traina advanced to second;
McCleney scored. Davis pinch ran for Traina. Richard flied out to lf down the
lf line. 1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 2 LOB.
Houston 5th - Davis to rf. Branham to 1b for
Spencer. Hawkins to dh. DUPLECHAIN grounded out to 3b. HOLLAND grounded out to
3b. EDWARDS flied out to rf. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 0 LOB.
Alabama 6th - Hays popped up to 2b. Bell flied out
to ss to left center. Hawkins reached on a throwing error by ss, advanced to
second. McCleney flied out to cf. 0 runs, 0 hits, 1 error, 1 LOB.
Houston 6th - PECINA grounded out to 2b. Conley to
3b for Richard. ST. PIERRE walked. ANDERSON walked; ST. PIERRE advanced to
second. CULLUM flied out to rf; ANDERSON advanced to second; ST. PIERRE
advanced to third. GABER grounded out to 3b. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 2
Alabama 7th - Braud singled to shortstop. Hunt
grounded out to 3b; Braud advanced to second. Traina to dh for Davis. Hawkins
to rf. Traina homered to left field, 2 RBI; Braud scored. Fichtner pinch hit
for Branham. Fichtner walked. Case pinch ran for Fichtner. Conley struck out
swinging. Iamurri to ss for Hays. Iamurri fouled out to 3b. 2 runs, 2
hits, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
Houston 7th - Lafaele to 1b for Iamurri. Lafaele to
1b for Case. Hays to ss for Lafaele. OUTON,H flied out to cf. DUPLECHAIN
singled to left center. HOLLAND grounded out to 3b; DUPLECHAIN advanced to
second. EDWARDS flied out to cf. 0 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 LOB.


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"Honey is the flower transformed, the landscape distilled…
every variety of honey is redolent of a distinct place."
-from Honey: From Flower to Table by Stephanie Rosenbaum
Our Single-Origin Honeys
Our line of three distinct tropical honeys is unique because they taste like the environment where they were harvested: the Big Island of Hawaii.
Wine enthusiasts speak of wines that come from distinct geographical locations as having a signature taste. For example, a wine from the Rhone region of France will taste much different than one from Mendoza, Argentina. This is because growing conditions such as soil and climate will contribute to giving a wine a specific personality. The French call this phenomenon terroir. Even more so than wine, honey speaks of terroir, since in its best form it comes to the consumer virtually unchanged from the way it was made in the hive, expressive of the flowers of the land that it came from. There are many distinct varieties of honey, ranging in color and taste from the almost clear-colored and delicate-tasting grapefruit blossom honey, to the dark and pungent buckwheat honey. Each honey variety comes from a distinct place during a certain time of year, when the particular blossom the bee collected it from is in bloom.
Since Hawaii is tropical, something is always in bloom. Our bees collect on average 200 pounds of honey per hive per season in Hawaii, where the most collected per hive in the contiguous 48 states is 60-70 pounds! The Big Island has three distinct bloom periods in its cycle: Macadamia Nut Blossom from January through May, Lehua from June through July, and Christmas Berry from August through October. The honeys which come from these blossoms are all very different.


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Laurie's DIY project from last week was delayed until today, but these adorable place cards are definitely worth the wait in my opinion…
names out on card stock. Cut a name tag out for each guest. The
tags should be the same width as your muslin bag, and and one inch to
an inch and a quarter high. You can simplify this process by using
a template from a label program. (see figure 1)
by a quarter inch. Slide both pieces under the sewing machine
foot. Stitch the bag and the tag together using a medium width stitch.
(see figure 2)
decided upon until the last minute. The name tags could be attached to
the bags ahead of time, and the table numbers could be stamped on at
the last minute, when all RSVPs are in, and table assignments have been
digits. If you have more than 9 tables, you'll have to use a larger
bag, or print the numbers horizontally instead of vertically.
Thanks, Laurie!


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We're getting close to wrapping up this video series on child soldiers and the conflict in Colombia. In today's video, originally posted the website of our sister organization Taller de Vida, we are presented with a series of observations and reflections on the city of Bogota. We see what Bogota has in common with any other city, including in the cultural expressions of its communities in dance and performance. But then we see what it means when violence becomes a threat to those communities.
The video above is in the original Spanish.


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The Complete Guide to Middle-earth is a reference book for Middle-earth, compiled and edited by Robert Foster.
Originally published soon after the publication of The Silmarillion, it is generally recognised as an excellent reference book on the subject. However, as it does not include information on post-Silmarillion material (e.g., Unfinished Tales and the The History of Middle-earth series), in points it is in error.
A revised edition was published in 2001, as well as an illustrated edition in 2003, in time for the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy (ISBN 0-345-44976-2).
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College Hockey:Anchorage Outlasts Mankato, 3-2
Freshman Backstrom Nets Timely First Collegiate Goal
MANKATO, Minn. — Freshman defenseman Nils Backstrom rifled home a big rebound just 31 seconds after the Mavericks had tied the game to lift Alaska-Anchorage to a 3-2 victory over Minnesota State-Mankato at the Midwest Wireless Civic Center on Friday night.
"[Backstrom] made a nice play," said Minnesota State head coach Troy Jutting. "The loose pucks in front of the net tonight were tough. There were too many that we didn't get our sticks on."
With the Alaska-Anchorage (4-3-2, 2-3-0 WCHA) attacking off the center-ice faceoff, senior defenseman Chad Anderson took a shot from the point against Minnesota State sophomore Dan Tormey. Tormey made the initial save, but the rebound bounced well clear of the net, directly to UAA's Nick Lowe, who tipped it to Backstrom for the one-timer which found the back of the net after Tormey's initial save left him out of position for the rebound.
"We threw it at the net and got the rebound to pop out," said Alaska-Anchorage head coach Dave Shyiak. "The goalie was down and we had an open net to shoot on."
The high-flying first period began with a frenzied attack by Minnesota State (2-7-0, 1-4-0). The Mavericks had several scoring opportunities early on created by crisp passing and quick skating, but Anchorage netminder Nathan Lawson weathered the early storm.
With referee Jon Campion's arm in the air midway through the period for an MSU penalty, the Seawolves began a fast and furious counter-attack. Luke Beaverson found Paul Crowder with a laser pass through the neutral zone, and Crowder hurried up the side boards before uncorking a perfect wrister from the faceoff circle that evaded Tormey top shelf for the first goal of the contest.
The UAA attack continued following the goal. At one point, freshman Jared Tuton took a shot from nearly the exact opposite side of the circle which Crowder had scored from and rang it off the post, bailing out a scrambling Tormey, who was trying to move back into position. Shortly thereafter, two quick penalties to MSU resulted in a five-on-three for Alaska-Anchorage, and while the Seawolves shot early and often in their two-man advantage, most shots were wide of the cage.
Soon after the first Minnesota State penalty expired, Anchorage made a costly mistake which resulted in the score being knotted at one. Just after the Mavericks had cleared the zone, a bad pass in the neutral zone was picked off by sophomore Jon Kalinski, who turned on the jets and hit the blue line on the breakaway. His shot to Lawson's left was initially saved off of the bottom of the left pad, but Lawson could not reach the puck, which sat in the crease, and Kalinski was able to apply just a simple tap to push it over the line for his second shorthanded tally of the season.
The second period was toned down from the first's high-speed action as both teams brought physical action more to bear, but there was one main incident during the second frame which swung momentum in both directions before the puck had even dropped again. With five minutes to play, Kalinski and linemate Travis Morin took the puck into the attacking zone with a two-on-one break, facing Anchorage defenseman Kevin Clark. Both Kalinski and Morin crashed in on the net, and all three men ended up bowling into Nathan Lawson in the crease, sending the cage flying and drawing a whistle.
At first, there was little reaction on either side, and the crowd was relatively docile in the immediate aftermath. To the side of the fallen cage, all three officials were meeting, and Campion emerged from the collective with his arm pointing toward the goal mouth. The horn went off, and a much-delayed celebration began as Lawson sat dumbfounded on his pads.
Naturally, the goal was immediately reviewed, and after a lengthy delay, not only was the goal overturned, but it was discovered that Kalinski had been given a five-minute major for charging the goaltender a call which had been made prior to the goal being awarded giving the Seawolves an extended power-play rather than giving the Mavericks the lead.
Alaska-Anchorage took to the attack during their five minute opportunity, but were unable to make anything come of it, and Minnesota State killed off the major just before the second period expired, swinging the momentum back into their favor as the second intermission began.
"I didn't know what [Campion] had called at first," Jutting said. "But I thought our guys did an excellent job of not letting that get them down and focusing on killing the penalty."
But early in the third period, a stroke of luck helped UAA retake the lead. During an extended period of defense, Dan Tormey lost control of his stick, which quickly found its way into the far corner boards. Seconds later, the puck squirted over the blue line and out of the zone, but Anchorage quickly regained the zone before Tormey could retrieve his stick, and the sophomore was forced to make do with a defenseman's stick. With an opportunistic shot, sophomore Jay Beagle put the puck on net and through Tormey's fivehole a shot that would have been a gimme with the regular goaltender's stick. Instead, junior Merit Waldrop, waiting on the backdoor, simply poked the puck into the net as it dribbled behind Tormey.
Good defense from Lawson in net helped Alaska-Anchorage maintain the lead into the later stretches of the period, but a poorly timed roughing penalty by UAA's Mat Robinson gave the Mavericks a late power play opportunity that they quickly converted on. Ten seconds after the penalty, a blast by freshman Jerad Stewart directly in front of the crease evaded a defender, whose position screened Lawson just enough to let the puck get by, tying the game for a second time and pumping energy back into the Mankato faithful.
But just 31 seconds later, Backstrom's eventual game-winner sucked the life back out of the building. Mankato could not get anything going with the extra skater late, and Anchorage just barely missed scoring on the empty net twice in the last ten seconds.
The game was punctuated by chippy play in and around the crease area. Other than Kalinski's major penalty, there were three other penalties called for roughing or interference with the goaltender, and both Tormey and Lawson spent significant chunks of the evening on their backs after contact.
"There were a lot of loose pucks in there tonight," said Jutting. "Kids were going in there hard trying to find them, and sometimes you end up going in just a little too hard. It was just a couple of teams digging in and trying to get to the puck."
"Our whole emphasis the last couple of weeks has been for guys to go in there without the puck," said Shyiak, essentially agreeing with Jutting's assessment. "We were crashing the net and trying to find some ugly rebound goals."
With the victory, Alaska-Anchorage moves into a three-way tie for seventh in the WCHA with Colorado College and Minnesota-Duluth.
"It was an ugly game both ways," said Shyiak. "We showed resolve and found a way to win despite some poor execution on the power play, some sloppy puck movement, and not really keeping possession the way I would have liked. But they still get an 'A' for finding a way to win."
Minnesota State is now alone in last place in the league.
"Obviously there's a lot of frustration in the locker room," said Jutting. "It's really our fifth game in a row where we've been right there and it's the difference of a goal or two. In all of those situations it's the difference between a bounce here and a bounce there. I think our efforts have been pretty good, it's just a matter of getting your stick on loose pucks."
Both teams are back in action Saturday night at the Midwest Wireless Civic Center.
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In August 2008, Andy and Sally Amber and their daughter, Jennifer, had the adventure of a lifetime. Driving across the country with three cameras and trailering two motorcycles, Andy and Sally picked Jennifer up in Salt Lake City, Utah. Camping most nights, the Amber family rode those motorcycles through several State and National Parks, hiked to witness spectacular views and impressive rock formations, and tried to commune with the local wildlife. They drove through many National Forests and over countless mountain passes before their journey ended ten days later in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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The Otero Junior College Student and Community Choir presented its fall concert, "Have a Merry, Merry Christmas!" on Sunday at the Grand in Rocky Ford and on Monday evening at the Otero Junior College Ed Stafford Theatre. The choir is under the direction of Dean Rees, with accompaniment by Sally Kappel. On stage for this performance were Mike Franklin (guitar and vocal solo, guitar accompaniment), Al Guadagnoli (bass guitar and electric upright bass), Paul Castello (drums and tympani), Christi Ludwig (violin), Greg Ludwig (trumpet and guitar), Kevin Beaber (trumpet), Torrey Davis and Michael Rees (flutes), Alicia Millemon (French horn) and Marilyn Russell (keyboard).
The baroque music of the first half of the program (Bach's "Stand Up, Be Joyful"; Durante's "Magnificat") was much enhanced by the joyful accompaniment of the instruments. The last half of the program was music from the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, also accompanied by guitar, drums and piano.
Solo performances between halves of the performance were by Nena White ("What Child Is This?"), Hal Tatman ("Baloo, Lammy"), Leslie Williams ("Midnight Noel"), Charleen Turner ("Bethlehem's Treasure"), Terry Miller ("O Holy Night"), Christi and Greg Ludwig ("Silent Night") and Mike Franklin ("Jesus Loves Me").
During the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir section of the program, solos were sung by Tim Austin ("I Wonder as I Wander") and Randy Daniher ("The Little Drummer Boy"). Amanda Rusher sang "Joy, Joy!" as a solo. Katie Lagergren, Debbie Dennis and Hal Tatman sang duets and solos in "You Shall Call His Name Jesus." Mike Shima was soloist for "Beneath His Father's Heaven." The concert ended with Dawn Pollmiller's solo performance of "Have a Merry, Merry Christmas." The choir accompanied the soloists on all but Rusher's song.
The choir greeted and wished a merry Christmas to members of the audience during the last number. A standing ovation rewarded them.
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In 2004 Dr. Tom Nettles spoke at a Founders Movement conference on "Baptists and the Doctrines of Grace." While making many quite good points, points with which I fully agreed, I was taken aback by a statement that he made in one of these presentations to the effect that Baptists are a "Confessional denomination." If I were to engage in dialogue with Dr. Nettles, I have no doubt that he would affirm the supremacy of Scripture over confessions, including the 1689 document that he used as a centerpiece of his presentation, yet the use of "confessional" to describe Baptists gave me pause.
Often these days I find myself caught "smack in the middle" as I read various posts and comments. On one side I see some evidence that some of my PB brothers are closer than I'd prefer to being "confessional PBs," claiming that Scripture rules, but almost in the same breath stretching the meaning and use of Biblical terms almost to the breaking point with the apparent objective of defending the idea that the 1689 document contains no errors or mistakes of any kind, a kind of belated divine inspiration. When I read the 1689 document regarding the supremacy of Scripture over confessions, I clearly read that the framers of this document had no intent whatever to make their confession or any other confession equal with, much less to rule over Scripture. Thus their own intent is being stretched when advocates of the confession attempt to prove that it contains no theological errors or mistakes of any kind or degree.
On the other side of the tension that I experience I find good brothers who seek to "demonize" the 1689 document, making it the cause of every theological departure and error that has occurred since its publication. This view borders on—if it doesn't cross the boundary—of revisionist history writing. The document forms an integral part of our history. It presents with impressive detail—and frankly impressive accuracy—what Baptists believed in that era.
When you observe in today's broader Christian culture the varied denominations and fellowships that claim to believe the 1689 Confession, it becomes factually obvious that people are applying their own interpretation to the confession, sometimes rather loosely. Even within our own fellowship I see evidence of this same attitude. Either in or outside our fellowship, some who hold to absolute predestination of all things claim the confession as evidence that their belief is the historical Baptist view. Others who hold to the instrumentality of the gospel in regeneration point to the confession and claim its support for their view. Still others point to the confession and claim its support either for the evangelization of all the elect or the view that any regenerate elect who hears the gospel will be irresistibly converted by it. I respect the footnotes that our own ancestors applied to the confession in Fulton, KY in 1900. Rather than adding complexity to the problem, we should research—where possible, as with Kiffen's personal statement of faith as an evidence of regeneration, not a cause or an instrument in regeneration, in his preface to Richardson's thesis on faith—what the writers personally believed. In other cases anyone who has a copy of the Oxford Dictionary of the English Language can look up any of the words used by the framers of the confession and find the accepted meaning of the word in or around 1689. We need not make blind stabs at what they intended or believed. The confession should be interpreted as far as possible as it was framed in 1689, not translated into contemporary language and culture and necessarily reinterpreted based on contemporary use and meaning of those words.
Should Primitive Baptists today be "confessional" as a fellowship of people? I interpret this term to mean that a people use a confession to interpret Scripture, effectively elevating the confession to the same—or higher—level of respect as Scripture itself. Traditional "confessional" denominations start their catechizing of new converts or the young with a published catechism and with their confession, eventually leading their converts to Scripture, but only after they have been indoctrinated in the catechism and their confession. If this is a correct description of a "confessional" culture, I must say that Primitive Baptists should not claim to be "confessional," nor should the act like a confessional culture. That said, I also believe that we should not ignore our history, a history that includes not only the 1689 London Confession, but many other confessions as well. There is an invaluable benefit to confessions. We need—legitimately so—to leave a record for future generations of what we believe and why we believe it. Our forefathers in the faith left us such a record. However, by their own clear and repeated (in every respected confession I've read, including one that dates back to the eleventh century) words, they utterly rejected any thought of elevating their confession to equality with Scripture.
In his book The Historical Jesus Dr. Gary Habermas devotes an entire chapter to what he believes to be compelling evidence that the first generation of Christians compiled and held to formal and representative statements or "confessions" of faith as they traveled to the four winds carrying a common gospel truth with them. While I/we do not agree with many points of Dr. Habermas' theology, I believe that chapter is worth far more than the cost of the book. While I do not believe we should be "confessional" as a fellowship, I distinctly believe we need to know our history and to encourage concise and representative statements of what we believe, both for our own people and for generations yet to come.
Out of my own desire to know more about the broader history of Christian doctrine and departures from generally accepted orthodoxy, several years ago I invested over five years and significant personal funds to complete a Masters Degree program in Christian Apologetics at Biola University. My objective was to learn about the departures that challenged the Christian faith, and even more so to learn how the more traditional Christian culture dealt with those departures. I did not enroll in that program to validate my faith or to find an alternative to my faith. I was—and am—quite content with what I believe—as nearly as I can determine the same thing that my ancestors believed and taught to me. I raise this point for one simple reason. Never have Christians faced with departures from the accepted theology of their history constructively solved their problems by emotional reactions, either pro or con! Emotional reactions complicate the real issue and add greater difficulty to any constructive solution that should be reached following Biblical teachings and strategies. There has been too much emotion on both sides of the issue in recent dialogue.
I am convinced that our problem is more complex than mere definitions of terms. We are a diverse people, even though we've often claimed to be wholly agreed on major doctrines. Sadly that diversity today is stretching us almost to the breaking point. On one side some are demanding that everyone agree with them on every precise point of doctrine and interpretation of passages, or "you are not a real PB." On the other side some are demanding that they be allowed nearly unlimited flexibility in their views. Neither of these views will serve our culture profitably. Extreme attitudes that either demand absolute agreement or push to expand diversity of belief to the point of contradictory views will not serve the greater interest of our culture.
Personal integrity demands that we be open and concise in expressing our beliefs, whether they make us popular or not. Duplicity in a minister reveals a lack of personal integrity. Therefore, when we express our beliefs, either in the pulpit, or in personal dialogue, we should be so clear as to leave no doubt in anyone's mind as to what we do believe. Christian grace requires that those of us who disagree with someone on a given point do so with "grace," and not with acrimony or sarcasm. (Colossians 4:6) Our greatest challenge is this. Shall the fruit of our personal words result in more heat (emotion and anger) or more light? May we come down on the side of more light and less heat.
I am inclined to face the "elephant in the room," rather than pretend there is no elephant, all the while complaining about all the problems that an elephant in the room create. If this post offends any of you, I sincerely ask your indulgence and forgiveness. Without question we have an elephant in the room, but atomic bombs to eradicate all elephants nor pretending there is no elephant will solve our dilemma. In my personal conviction solutions that attempt to force folks into lock-step marches, where ever the march intends to go, create more problems than they solve. I am not wholly comfortable with solutions that step outside the authority of the local church and its pastor. The church that I serve and I try to invite men to preach for us who will preach our convictions and edify the sheep that gather here to hear preaching. Sadly there are men who have preached in our pulpit who have not been invited in recent years to preach here. I'm comfortable with that strategy. I'm not especially comfortable with attempts to force our whole culture in any direction, either against or for various views.
Submitted with sincere love for you and for what we believe,
Joe Holder
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Oct. 4, 2011
University of Alabama senior forward JaMychal Green has been named to the Wooden Award Preseason Top 50 Award, the Los Angeles Athletic Club announced Monday.
John R. Wooden Award is the most prestigious individual honor in college basketball. In its 36-year, tt is bestowed upon the nation's best player at an institution of higher education who has proven to his or her university that he or she is making progress toward graduation and maintaining a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
Green returns for his senior season after earning first team all-SEC honors in 2010-11 while averaging 15.5 points and 7.5 rebounds. He helped lead the Crimson Tide to a 25-12 record and an appearance in the National Invitation Tournament championship game while earning all-NIT honors individually.
Green is joined on the top 50 list by 49 other student-athletes from 15 conferences including six others from the Southeastern Conference.
The Wooden Award All American Team, consisting of the nation's top 10 players, will be announced the week of the "Elite Eight" round of the NCAA Tournament.
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Name Height Class Position University Conference
Tim Abromaitis 6-8 GS F Notre Dame Big East
Harrison Barnes 6-8 So. F North Carolina ACC
Will Barton 6-6 So. G Memphis Conference USA
Dee Bost 6-2 Sr. G Mississippi State SEC
William Buford 6-5 Sr. G Ohio State Big Ten
Allen Crabbe 6-6 So. G California Pac-12
Aaron Craft 6-2 So. G Ohio State Big Ten
Marcus Denmon 6-3 Sr. G Missouri Big 12
Festus Ezeli 6-11 Sr. C Vanderbilt SEC
Ashton Gibbs 6-2 Sr. G Pitt Big East
Michael Glover 6-7 Sr. F Iona MAAC
Drew Gordon 6-9 Sr. F New Mexico Mountain West
Draymond Green 6-7 Sr. F Michigan State Big Ten
JaMychal Green 6-8 Sr. F Alabama SEC
Jorge Gutierrez 6-3 Sr. G California Pac-12
Tim Hardaway, Jr. 6-5 So. G Michigan Big Ten
Elias Harris 6-7 Jr. F Gonzaga WCC
John Henson 6-11 Jr. F North Carolina ACC
Tu Holloway 6-0 Sr. G Xavier Atlantic 10
Robbie Hummel 6-8 Sr. F Purdue Big Ten
Joe Jackson 6-1 So. G Memphis Conference USA
Scoop Jardine 6-2 Sr. G Syracuse Big East
John Jenkins 6-3 Jr. G Vanderbilt SEC
Orlando Johnson 6-5 Sr. G UCSB Big West
Darius Johnson-Odom 6-2 Sr. G Marquette Big East
Kevin Jones 6-8 Sr. F West Virginia Big East
Terrence Jones 6-8 So. F Kentucky SEC
Perry Jones III 6-11 So. F Baylor Big 12
Kris Joseph 6-7 Sr. F Syracuse Big East
Jeremy Lamb 6-5 So. G Connecticut Big East
Kendall Marshall 6-4 So. G North Carolina ACC
Trevor Mbakwe 6-8 Sr. F Minnesota Big Ten
Ray McCallum 6-1 So. G Detroit Horizon League
Doug McDermott 6-7 So. F Creighton Missouri Valley
Khris Middleton 6-7 Jr. F Texas A&M Big 12
Reeves Nelson 6-8 Jr. F UCLA Pac-12
Andrew Nicholson 6-9 Sr. F St. Bonaventure Atlantic 10
Alex Oriakhi 6-9 Jr. C Connecticut Big East
Thomas Robinson 6-9 Jr. F Kansas Big 12
John Shurna 6-9 Sr. F Northwestern Big Ten
Peyton Siva 6-0 Jr. G Louisville Big East
Joshua Smith 6-10 So. C UCLA Pac-12
Jared Sullinger* 6-9 So. C Ohio State Big Ten
Jeffery Taylor 6-7 Sr. G/F Vanderbilt SEC
Jordan Taylor 6-1 Sr. G Wisconsin Big Ten
Casper Ware 5-10 Sr. G Long Beach State Big West
Maalik Wayns 6-2 Jr. G Villanova Big East
Keith Wright 6-8 Sr. F Harvard Ivy League
Patric Young 6-9 So. F/C Florida SEC
Tyler Zeller 7-0 Sr. F North Carolina ACC
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A name synonymous with interactive fiction, Infocom's prolific contributions to the genre are legendary for their superior quality and outstanding packaging. Combining vivid writing and logical puzzles with an excellent parser capable of understanding complex commands, Infocom games were equally notable for including a lavish variety of "feelies" with each product – imaginative props ranging from student handbooks and galactic postcards to 3D glasses and "magic" stones, some of which were crucial to solving the in-game puzzles.
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The Schaumburg Flyers host a celebrity infused event on July 28th inspired by the eight-time All Star Andre Dawson. The Andre Dawson & Friends Celebrity Softball Event celebrates Andre Dawson's induction in to The National Baseball Hall of Fame . The event consists of a 4:30 p.m. Northern League baseball game between the Flyers and the Joliet Jackhammers, free autographs from Andre and Friends, a special commemorative souvenir and a 7 inning softball game exhibition with celebrity and baseball legends. For more information, visit www.flyersbaseball.com or call the Flyers ticket office at 847-891-2255.
Two celebrity additions have been made to the Andre Dawson & Friends Celebrity Softball Event. E! News Anchor Giuliana Rancic and her reality show winner husband Bill Rancic join the star-studded cast (Curb Your Enthusiasm's Jeff Garland and Cheers' George Wendt are among the participants).
Flyers hitting coach Brian Nelson and pitching coach Jim Miksis no longer claim residence at Alexian Field. Field Manager Mike Busch replaced his former coaching personal with former Chicago Cub Pete LaCock and former Schaumburg Flyer Drew Dickinson for the 2010 season. LaCock's nine year tenure in the Majors and Dickinson's strong familiarity with the organization hopefully produce a Championship worthy season.
The Flyers hold Open Tryouts at 11:00 am at Alexian Field on May 2nd, 2010. Players can sign up in advance to hold their spot by visiting www.flyersbaseball.com. The cost to participate is $40.00.
The 2010 season for the Flyers officially starts May 20th against the Rockford Riverhawks at the Riverhawks ball park, but the real fun doesn't begin until the Flyers come home on May 25th. The season opener not only features a spectacular display of minor league baseball again, but the debut of the 2-Dollar Tuesday promotion. Visit www.flyersbaseball for ticket information.


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Of all the issues facing the United States today, education and immigration are two of the most important. While both political parties often differ on how to handle these issues, one Republican representative has a new idea.
With the 2014 mid term elections only months away, members of Congress are positioning themselves for re-election, or to continue their particular parties chances of holding on to the majority in the House and Senate. Tackling immigration and education, Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX) spoke with "Fox and Friends" co-host Tucker Carlson on Sunday. "It's not fair to kids that come in and speak only Spanish, throw them in a classroom with English speaking students," Gohmert told Carlson. "It's unfair to both the English speaking and to the Spanish speaking students," he continued. "It is not fair. And not only that, Texas is going back, and you've got to speak Spanish to teach English in a school. It is incredible the amount of cost that's being shoved onto the Texas schools."
"Young kids trying to learn the most they can, and the teacher has to bring the education down to the lowest level, which means we're not educating our kids the way they should be...It is a disaster to these schools to have this many surging people coming in, students coming in...It's not fair to the schools, and we bear the cost of the president dreaming. I think he's daydreaming. I don't think it's a Dreamer bill, it's a daydreamer."
Gohmert referred to President Obama's "Dreamer" immigration plan as a "scam" because he is "thinking only about the foreign students." The DREAM Act allows young illegal immigrants the right to stay in the United States if they were brought into the country has a child and have graduated high school have enrolled in the military. Supporters of the DREAM Act point to not just the human element, but also the financial benefits the bill would lead to. According to a 2010 study done by the Center for American Progress, if passed in full, the DREAM Act would create 1.4 million jobs by 2030.
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Beer House, located on the outskirts of Yorktown Center, is a unique concept bringing over 60 tap and hundreds of bottled beers to one great venue. You can be sure to find almost half of our tap line dedicated to local Chicagoland breweries. Catering to both the beer aficionado and those wanting to learn more, our staff is willing to answer questions and make suggestions. Come drink the best beers, enjoy live music, catch sports on our 15 televisions, or just relax with friends!
Parkside Lanes
Come experience a special brand of bowling fun! As one of the largest centers in Illinois, Parkside Lanes is able to offer a variety of bowling formats, including open bowling, junior and adult league bowling, Sport sanctioned bowling, IHSA high school bowling, birthday parties, corporate events, fundraisers and more. Please use their Open Bowl information page or call for lane availability.
The Chocolate Shoppe
The Chocolate Shoppe features handmade confections, including our world famous chocolate covered bacon! We also offer a variety of truffles, fudge, sea-salted caramels, barks and toffees, graham crackers, pretzels, chocolate-covered fruits and nuts, and five flavors of popcorn!
Villa Park Historical Museum
Built in 1929, the Villa Park Historical Museum building originally served the community as the Villa Ave stop for the Chicago, Aurora & Elgin electric train line and an appliance store. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. Today, it houses relics and artifacts from Villa Park's past including articles from the Ovaltine Factory which once operated in Villa Park and Sears Catalog Homes in the area.
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Old Oak Country Club
Old Oak Country Club, located just 20 minutes from Chicago, was built in 1926 on a tract of land in Homer Glen, Illinois that is dominated by large oaks, hickory's and Long Run Creek. The 18 hole golf course has been skillfully carved out of the natural environment. The rustic beauty of the tract is the perfect compliment to this challenging golf course. The golf course measures 6,609 yards from the gold tees, and at par 71 this creates quite the golfing challenge. The blue tees play at 6,239 and the Red tees play at 5,298 so pick the tee box that suits your game.
Gelsosomo's Pizzeria
Gelsosomo's Pizzeria & Pub is a new family restaurant located in downtown Lemont. Stop in for some pizza, pasta, sandwiches, salads, beer and fun. Chances are if you've eaten at Gelsosomo's (Jel-sah-so-mos) in Lemont you've met at least one of the owners, Peg and Ed Gricus - a family-run operation.
Orchard Valley Golf Course
One of Chicagoland's top five courses, Orchard Valley Golf Course is an 18-hole, 6,800-yard, par-72 championship layout open to the public. Featuring four sets of tees, this beautiful course offers the appropriate challenge to all skill levels. Orchard Valley has been distinguished by Golf Digest Magazine as a 4 1/2 star facility.
Harvest Lane Vintage
Scheduled sales once or twice a month featuring a fresh selection of vintage, industrial, farmhouse items for yourself and your home.
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Nettle Creek Country Club
Introducing Nettle Creek Country Club in Morris, Illinois. Nettle Creek is links-style golf in a beautiful prairie environment rich with wildlife. Renowned on the Chicagoland golf circuit for its fabulous greens, this upscale, 18-hole championship course is an easy drive from the populous Naperville-Bolingbrook-Plainfield area and just 18 miles west of Joliet on I-80.
Wingate by Wyndham - Joliet
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BlackStone Bar & Grill has an inviting char-house atmosphere accented by a colorful bar, featuring a wide selection of sandwiches, steaks, seafood, and chicken prepared fresh on the grill. We also offer a "home kitchen" menu boasting a variety of "platter-style" recipes passed down through our chefs' families homemade dishes, common when families had more time to spend in the kitchen. BlackStone's diverse selection of appetizers and entrees provides a complete dining experience... whether it be for a romantic dinner for two, or a fun "night out" for the entire family.
42nd Fall Fox Valley Antiques Show and Sale
Sat. 10-5; Sun. 10-4. Authentic antiques exhibited indoors at the Kane County Fairgrounds. Catered lunch is available. Plenty of free parking. Admission $8 benefits local historical, educational endeavors.
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Hinckley Farmers Market
Shop this unique marketplace for the freshest fruits and vegetables in the area, along with delicious homemade goodies, and specialty crafts all conveniently located with close parking. Opens in June and runs from 9 am through noon Saturdays through September.
Honest Abe's Tap & Grill
A family owned bar & grill, open daily at 11am. Variety of 100% angus beef burgers, fresh salads, sandwiches and appetizers, Illinois Horseshoes and Ponyshoes, 12 beers on tap.
River's Edge Cafe
More than just a cup of coffee; a place for minds to meet. A well-made latte paired with a scrumptious sandwich? Yes, please! River's Edge Café serves up a strong brew with amazing pastries in the morning and unbeatable soups, salads and sandwiches in the afternoon. The options here are outstanding! They have organic and gluten-free options that are deceivingly delicious.
Smallville Superfest
Plano will be celebrating in super-style. This family-friendly festival commemorates the summer of 2011 when Superman's enemies came to town and destroyed it during filming of the blockbuster movie, "Man of Steel." Popular events include the Superman Zipline, the Villian's Jail, live bands throughout the weekend, old-fashioned children's games, rock climbing wall, inflatables for the kids and several contests. The Smallville Museum where many different movie and Superman artifacts are housed will be open during the festival. Take advantage of the photo opportunity with the full size statue of Henry Cavill as Superman. See also the cool cars of Cruise Night, live bands and beer tent.
Plano Synergy Outlet Store
Plano Synergy is a wholesale distributor, whose foundation is built on a dream and a passion for the outdoors. As a newly created family of high performance outdoor brands, Plano Synergy embodies over 150 combined years of industry experience, values and product quality all thanks to each one of its founders. As devout fishermen and passionate hunters, each Plano Synergy brand sought out to create the finest products for their fellow outdoorsman; dedicating themselves to producing top quality tools of the trade to outdoorsmen of all experience and ability levels. Thriving on new challenges, new goals and bold endeavors to become the latest and greatest in the field, the makers of Plano Synergy products are determined to remove all limitations on the water, and on the field-because this isn't simply a hobby…it's a way of life. Our brands include Ameristep, Avian-X, Barnett Crossbows, BloodSport, Caboodles, Creative Options, Evolved, Flextone, Frabill, GroundEFX, Halo Optics, Plano Molding, Wildgame Innovations and Zink Calls with hundreds of products made in the United States. With this desire and strive for excellence instilled in the minds of the innovators behind our products, the possibilities for our future are endless. The people who work at Plano Synergy often come and stay awhile, and the same goes for the people that use our products. As a fellow outdoorsman, we feel you will be happy with our products and may go confidently knowing that your outdoor experiences go beyond the what you bring home at the end of the day, but the experience you get out of it.
Tailwinds Distilling
Tailwinds Distilling Company is Chicago-land's premiere Micro Distillery. Located just 30 minutes from Downtown Chicago resides the family owned and operated distillery affectionately referred to as "the hangar". The hangar is a 5000 square foot production facility with an on-site tasting room and store front shop. The fermentation, distilling, aging, blending, bottling, labeling, and packaging is completed entirely on-site, forging a truly hand crafted spirit. By distilling each spirit in small batches as opposed to larger continuous operations, the distillers are able to focus on quality during every step of the process.
A unique way to find all your home decor needs, anything from antiques to fabric and decorating items.
Kane County Fair
Family fun. Carnival, bands, demo derby, bull riding, commercial expo, 4-H. Fun for everyone during this 5 day celebration.
CITY:St. Charles
Pie Boss
Think of your dream crust. Is it flaky along the edges, buttery and so full of flavor you don't know how it could possibly be real? Well, look no further than Pie Boss. With their specialty being pot pies, you won't find too many desserts here (except on the weekends) so don't be disappointed if the menu says "sausage" instead of "apple." Don't let that detour you–these pot pies are delicious and reminiscent of the ones you had as a child. Only difference? This South African bakery blows those away!
Harvest at Pheasant Run Resort
Seasonal dishes inspired by a farm-to-fork theme. Finest grade of aged Midwest beef, market-fresh seafood selections. Recommended for dinner.
CITY:St. Charles
Millhurst Ale House
Millhurst Ale House offers a variety of premium steak and seafood, as well as classic comforts, pastas, burgers, pizza, salads and more! 27 Micro Craft Beers and Full Bomber Selection. Check out their menu on BeerMenu.com! Millhurst Ale House has Private and Semi-private dining rooms for your special event.
J-Town Eatery
Indoor/outdoor eatery featuring Chi-Town style food. Great food, fantastic prices. Free fries with sandwiches. Famous for their chicken philly sandwich.
Antique Market I
Interesting variety of vintage books, postcards, jewelry, glass, porcelain, military, coins and deco lighting.
CITY:St. Charles
Aurora Farmers Market East
Shop Aurora's Farmers Market for seasonal favorites! Join neighbors and enjoy the familiar flavors and weekly surprises. Illinois' oldest continually-running market, proudly celebrating area history and heritage. Each week with their Healthy Growing Initiative, your shopping experience includes a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as the opportunity to discover unique handcrafts, homemade breads and pastries, specialty meats, artisan cheeses, and beautiful flowers. Pick up your farm fresh produce for the week - and plan to spend some time savoring the sweetness of locally-made baked goods, snacking on fresh popcorn, or tasting delicious hot donuts! The City of Aurora Farmers Markets are more than a place to get your vegetables. An excellent way to kick off your Saturday morning with a mini-festival of socializing, food, music and much more. Held Thursday afternoons, July through August.
Open Range Southwest Grill
Open Range Grill is a family owned restaurant in Sugar Grove, IL on Bliss Creek Golf Course. We're open every day and are nearby with nightly dinner specials including our weekly Friday Fish Fry and Saturday Prime Rib, live entertainment every weekend, and an amazing patio overlooking the beautiful Bliss Creek Golf Course. Our food, drinks, and events are close by - stop in and check them out!
CITY:Sugar Grove
Hopvine Brewing Company
Hopvine Brewing Company is an original, locally owned and operated restaurant and brewery in Aurora, IL. Guests immerse themselves in the craft brewing process while looking through windows into the brewery, the fermentation room and ultimately the storage cooler. Hopvine Brewing Company offers a selection of craft beer, fine wines, specialty drinks and an extensive, constantly evolving selection of fresh seasonal menu items.
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Sky Zone is the world's first indoor trampoline park. They're the inventors of "fun fitness" and the makers of trampolines as far as the eye can see. They offer one of the greatest workouts ever combined with awesome, healthy fun. They've been voted the number one "out of the box" workout and the "best party ever." Experience WOW – the weightlessness of bouncing, flipping and landing in a pit filled with 10,000 foam cubes. Sky Zone is dedicated to providing the pure joy that comes with flying. They are sky lovers, thrill seekers and people who believe that jumping is freedom. They believe fitness can be fun and play can be smart. They are healthy and bursting with energy. They fly high and keep it safe. They are Sky Zone. Have Fun, Fly Safe Aurora!!
Gordon Biersch Brewery & Restaurant
The Gordon Biersch experience, inspired by the Reinheitsgebot of 1516, rests upon the foundations of purity, simplicity and precision. This philosophy is most recognizable in their selection of authentic German lagers, each crafted on-site using only malted barley, hops, yeast and pure, filtered water.
O'Malleys Pub & Eatery
Established in 1974 and located on Historic Lincoln Highway (Rt. 30) O'Malleys Pub & Eatery is the place to go for great beer, food and a happy atmosphere. Celebrate where great times and great food come together!
Big Rock Forest
This forest preserve has miles of wooded trails and a quarry lake suitable for hiking and horseback. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking permitted in season.
CITY:Big Rock
Fireside Grille
Fireside Grille offers a ski-lodge feel, with two fireplaces and a warm, wooden cathedral ceiling. The cozy yet classy atmosphere lends itself to dinner events of all kinds. At first glance the menu reveals a classic American dining experience, but digging a little deeper you'll find a lively helping of creativity that is sure to satisfy.
CITY:Sugar Grove
Olde North Pancake House
Enjoy your meals with family and friends in our cozy country dining room with a warming fire during the winter months. The atmosphere at the Olde North Pancake House is warm, friendly and filled with items created by local craftsmen for that at home feeling!
CITY:West Chicago
Pal Joey's Restaurant
Pal Joey's has prided itself with a pizza that has remained consistent throughout its 32 year history. The pizza was given 4 stars by Chicago Tribune food critics and named as one of the best pan pizzas in the Chicago area. Fine Italian food and award-winning pizza. Outdoor dining by the Fox River is a special treat!
Doggie Diner Drive In
Classic fun food, cruise nights, neon lights and service with a smile. Situated on the historic Illinois Lincoln Highway, Route 30 next to Phillips Park Golf Course & Mastodon Visitors Center and the Illinois Lincoln Highway gazebo.
The Finery & Blacksmith Bar
An ode to the American table with its diversity and global influence. We set out to be an expressive regional American kitchen, all while remaining approachable, affordable, and welcoming.
CITY:St. Charles
Bliss Creek Golf Course
Golfers will enjoy all that Bliss Creek has to offer, from the casual atmosphere of the bar and grill, to cocktails on the deck overlooking the first hole. With the addition of the Pine Room, a dedicated building designed specifically for golf outings, it is the perfect course for any size outing or fundraiser. Open to the public daily, it offers beautiful, tree-lined fairways, well-placed water hazards and a challenging 18 holes of golf that can most often be played in less than four hours. Truly one of the best golf values in the Chicagoland area.
CITY:Sugar Grove
Sunday at Sandwich Antiques Show
Share in the thrill of the hunt and the satisfaction of the find. Discover treasures and hard-to-find items at the historic Sandwich Fairgrounds.This will be a rewarding experience for exhibitors and customers alike. Managed by seasoned antiques dealers, this Second Sunday market of antiques and collectibles has helped to define Sandwich, Illinois as a destination location for both the casual visitor and the sophisticated collector. Held one Sunday of each month May – Oct., except Sept at the Sandwich Fairgrounds, rain or shine. Free parking, food vendors and ATM available. No pets. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 2016 Summer dates: June 12, July 10, August 14
Oak Brook Polo
The exhilaration of polo returns to Oak Brook! Be a part of history as you cheer on the ponies and players in this game that's been an Oak Brook tradition since 1922. Games are on select Sunday's.
CITY:Oak Brook
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Naperville
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant opened in 2005 in Orland Park, a south suburb of Chicago. The concept was unique. We would create a signature menu with a selection of dishes designed to pair perfectly with our own Cooper's Hawk wines, made in our own private winery. With sophisticated food and exceptional wines, our concept was born. The Cooper's Hawk concept includes four distinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Each Cooper's Hawk location is distinctive in layout and décor, but carries the same warmth and elegance that guests have come to expect.
Fiestas Patrias at RiverEdge Park
Celebrate the sound, culture and taste of Mexico at Fiestas Patrias. From the delicious food to the variety of musical acts to the children's play area, there's something for everyone at this fun festival right on the Fox River.
Oswego Christmas Walk
Come hear the sound of Christmas, the natural warmth and ambience that draws thousands to the downtown, Mason Square, and Douglas Square, the first weekend of December. Carolers, cookie walk, crafts, entertainment, and more.
Windmill City Festival
The Windmill City Festival has long been a staple of the community and has become a tradition for many families. Come participate in the festivities that every family member is sure to enjoy. Hours: Thurs. at 6 pm, Fri. carnival opens at 12 noon and booths/beer tent open at 5 pm, Sat. festivities begin at 9 am, and Sun. at 11 am.
Settler's Hill Golf Course
Featured on The Golf Scene with Steve Kashul and Heralded as one of Chicagoland's best buys for 18 holes, Settler's Hill is a favorite in Kane County and beyond. Here links, parkland and water holes combine to create a truly varied and memorable golf experience. Quirky greens, deep bunkers and colorful seasonal wildflower displays add to the course's charm. Superb conditioning and a casual atmosphere make Settler's Hill welcoming and enjoyable for all levels of golfers. The course's west-central location in Batavia near the Fox River makes Settler's Hill a natural choice for meeting friends for a round or planning an outing.
The Lodge on 64
Wood-roasted chicken, ribs. Free s'mores in outdoor fire pit. Seven flat screen TV's to watch sports.
CITY:St. Charles
La Quinta de los Reyes
Dine at La Quinta de los Reyes for the best in authentic Mexican cuisine, drinks and live entertainment. Located on the corner of Broadway (Rt. 25) and New York Street in downtown Aurora between the Aurora Transportation Center and Paramount Theatre.
Montgomery Fest
Each summer, Montgomery Fest brings together neighbors and friends from throughout the area to enjoy a weekend of old-fashioned family fun. Held the second weekend in August along the banks of the Fox River, highlights of the Fest include musical performances, carnival rides, a wide range of food vendors, free pony rides and petting zoo, a fishing derby, a car show and a parade.
Barley Fork
We are all super excited to tend, cook and serve you while you are here, so come on down, check in, like us on Facebook and give us your feedback. Open 5 pm - 11 pm Tue/Wed, 5 pm - midnight Thurs/Fri/Sat and 5 pm - 11 pm Sundays.
Maciano's Pizza & Pasteria
Using only the freshest ingredients, Maciano's serves delicious homemade pizza and Italian entrees. They are Casual, Contemporary, Italian with Old-World Craft. Carry out, catering or delivery available.
Legends Sports Bar & Grill
Sports bar and casual restaurant, Legends combines the best of both into a special kind of neighborhood gathering place. Where friends and family can meet to grab a bite, watch the game, or just enjoy a beer together in a lively atmosphere.
Rowdy's was first runner up as Culinary Champion for Best BBQ with their delicious Hog Wings! A fun local pub with a small town feel. An open kitchen allows customers to watch their food being prepared or their burger being "designed." They have over 50 brews to choose from as well as daily specials and live entertainment. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Taste of Westmont
Visit Westmont in July for the award-winning Taste of Westmont summer festival. A four-day weekend full of fun for the whole family. Thursday is Kidzapalooza featuring carnival specials, Irving stage, battle of the bands, car show and more. More carnival specials all weekend, plus craft show, kids activities, face painting, beer tent, and of course, grab a "taste" at our local restaurant food booths. Free admission to all areas including our Main Stage.
Plano Oktoberfest
Plano Oktoberfest is a traditional Oktoberfest just like in the old country! Do You polka?! Strap on your polka shoes, pack up grandma, grandpa and the kids and come to Plano Oktoberfest! Oktoberfest takes place rain or shine under a huge circus tent located on Main Street in downtown Plano. Oktoberfest features authentic German bands, a beer wagon with real German beers and wine, authentic traditional German food - Schnitzel, Roast Pork, Kassler Rippchen, Bratwurst, Potato Salad, Sauerkraut, Strudel and More! Chicken dance Friday and Saturday nights. Don't miss the Miss Oktoberfest contest Saturday night. Hours: Friday, 4 pm – 11 pm; Saturday, 11 am – 11 pm; Sunday, 11 am – 6 pm.
Nevin's Brewing Company
Nevin's Brewing Company opened in December of 2012. Nevin's delivers their spent grain to local farmers to use as feed for livestock and compost to enrich the soil for vegetables. Experience freshly brewed beer - Nevin's own recipe. Their goal is to bring you the freshest, most flavorful food and beer possible.
Embers Tap House
Tap House and purveyor of 42 craft beers on draft, offers a full menu for your dining experience with great food, seasonal outdoor dining and banquet space is available.
Roadhouse Country Restaurant, Bar & Grill
The Roadhouse was Runner Up in the Culinary Champions competition for Best Soup for their delicious, like-none-other "Grandmas Homemade Chicken 'n Dumplings!" This award-winning pub specializes in country hospitality, food, fun and friends. The are experts in country-style comfort food. Check out the latest events and entertainment happening on their website.
Salsa Verde Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria
Salsa Verde is delicious, authentic, home-made Mexican dishes from authentic Mexican recipes. Their service is friendly in an inviting and vibrant environment. Fresh ingredients make them among the best Mexican restaurants in the area!
Lakeview Grille
Open since 2009, Lakeview Grille offers the finest cuts of steak and prime rib. Their restaurant menu items not only include steaks but fresh salads, delicious entrees, and decadent desserts. To complement guests' dining experiences, the beer and wine list is extensive. Additional menus available for kids, banquets, or showers. Specials include Tuesday Night Rib Night - Wine Down Wednesdays - Prime Rib Special Thursday night and all day Sunday.
Spirit Farms
We are a diverse, modern farming operation located in the heart of Illinois farm country with state of the art facilities and equipment. We can arrange tours and have banquet and meeting space for groups and weddings.
Whitetail Ridge Golf Club
This premier public golf course was designed by architect Greg Martin on the farmland locally known as "The Ridge" in 2007. The front nine plays as a links-style course, while the back nine features elevation changes and spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. 18 holes, par 71. Distance: 6,604. Whitetail Ridge offers the perfect venue to host your wedding or golf outing. The 24,000 square foot clubhouse features a beautiful restaurant and bar that seats 100 people, with a balcony that overlooks the front nine. The elegant Ballroom accommodates parties of up to 350 people, and is complimented by the Terrace Room, with a private balcony, that can host business meetings and smaller events such as wedding and baby showers, and business meetings. The lower level of the clubhouse features the 19th Hole with a private bar, and seating for up to 50. The patio and outdoor party area provide an ideal place for your outdoor wedding, party, or post-outing summer fun and socializing. Three-time winner Bride's Choice Award and 2014 Couple's Choice Award winner.
Whitetail Ridge Restaurant
Situated among the rich turf at Whitetail Ridge Golf Club this is the perfect venue for wedding parties, luncheons, meetings or a Sunday Brunch. Mothers will appreciate spending Mother's Day at this beautiful place! Enjoy Friday fish fries, Sunday buffets and weekly specials. Easter Brunch and Father's Day are also special days to spend at Whitetail Ridge. Open 11 am - 9 pm Monday through Saturday and Sundays 8 am - 8 pm. Call for reservations and special holiday hours.
North Aurora Hotel Inn and Suites
North Aurora Hotel has 120 comfortable, convenient guest rooms including King, Queen, Double and King Suites. Complimentary continental breakfast from 7 - 10 am every day. 24-hour front desk welcome center. Kitchenettes, free WiFi access and cable TV. Spacious free parking for up to 250 cars. Conveniently located right off I-88, Exit 117 at Rt. 31. Minutes from Chicago Premium Outlets, Hollywood Casino Aurora and the Aurora Transportation Center.
CITY:North Aurora
Backstage at Hollywood Casino Joliet
Located inside Hollywood Casino Joliet, catch a live performance, dance the night away to the areas hottest DJ's or throw a private party! Backstage offers two large bars, an amazing sound system and a classy ambiance. For your next outing, consider Backstage and it's wide array of setup options and food & beverage packages.
Lemont Area Historical Society
Historic museum located inside of a national registered church built during the Civil War. We offer exhibits, tours and the "old stone church" chapel is available for rental of weddings and special occasion ceremonies.
Fermilab's Lederman Science Center
The Leon M. Lederman Science Education Center houses hands-on exhibits for ages 10+, technology and science labs, a store and the K-12 Teacher Resource Center. Science Adventures classes for all ages take place at the Lederman Science Center. The Center also has a unique collection of indoor and outdoor exhibits introducing students to the world of particle physics. Open to the public Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM and on Saturdays from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. The Center can accommodate groups of five or fewer on a walk-in basis. Larger groups must book a visit. Call 630-840-8258 for more information. A guided tour for families is available the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 am to noon.
1803 Candles
My vision is, and has always been, to produce a soy candle that is as fragrant when you burn it to the bottom as when you opened the lid. 1803 Candles is a cottage industry candle company founded in 2006.
Aurora University's Crimi Auditorium
This much-lauded and beautiful auditorium hosts classical and popular musical events as well as popular lectures and recitals. It is located in Aurora University's Institute for Collaboration building.
Double Yolk Pancake House and Restaurant
Finding a brunch spot as delicious as Double Yolk is about as rare as finding a double yolk in an egg. With homemade corned beef hash, the shamrock benedict is great! The hollandaise is perfect, especially when paired with the corned beef hash. Their chipotle chicken sandwich is seasoned to perfection. *This restaurant recently ranked one of TOP 25 in the USA by Restaurant.com.*
Brew at the Bridge
Come enjoy Oswego's craft beer tasting. Brew at the Bridge will also feature great food which serves as the perfect complement to a cold craft beer on a sunny afternoon.
Kane County Flea Market/Sept. 2017
"The Best in the Midwest or Anywhere"-Up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques, collectibles, & Fancy Junque. Food is served both days.
CITY:St. Charles
Bug Fest
Celebrate nature's six-legged friends with the annual Bug Fest! Start your adventure at Lippold Park with fun bug games, insect encounters and more. Walk the stroller-friendly Fox River Trail to the Red Oak Nature Center and enjoy the wood chipped hiking trails along the way. This is a fun and educational for children and families. All ages and adults free! 9 am - 1 pm
CITY:North Aurora
Fall Festival of the Arts
Art enthusiasts rejoice! The Fall Festival of Fine Art in Oak Brook, Illinois, boasts upscale art exhibits and one-of-a-kind pieces. Situated in the flush outdoor Oak Brook Shopping Center, the works span an assortment of media such of ceramics, paintings, sculptures and metal. Local bands paint the soundscape, and other attractions include live art demos and a kids activity corner, ensuring fun for the whole family.
CITY:Oak Brook
Oak Brook Oktoberfest
Live music, food, beer and more! Children's activities too, so there is fun for the whole family. Please see website for times and details.
CITY:Oak Brook
Baltria Car Show
Every second Saturday of the month the Baltria Car Show is held from May thru October. Live music, free entry, food, giveaways, awards. Visit our Vintage Auto Gallery.
CITY:St. Charles
Country Lights Soy Candles
Country Lights Soy Candles started making candles as a hobby in 1999. At first, the candles were a soy/petroleum mix. After some experimenting, we were happy to go to a 100% soy candle. It did not take long for us to realize that soy candles were becoming very popular. Our "factory" is located on our family's Centennial Farm in north central Illinois. All of the candles are hand poured by family members.
Kane County Flea Market/June 2017
"The Best in the Midwest or Anywhere"--Up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques, collectibles, & Fancy Junque. Food is served both days.
CITY:St. Charles
Kane County Flea Market/Dec.2017
"The Best in the Midwest or Anywhere"-up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques, collectibles, & Fancy Junque. Food is served both days.
CITY:St. Charles
Beach Boys & The Temptations: Surf & Soul Tour
There's no better way to celebrate the summer than experiencing the band that literally created the beach rock sound live. And there's no better place to do it than right on the banks of the Fox River. Calling The Beach Boys "legends" is an understatement. Their multi-layer harmonies, unmistakable 1960s surf rock sound and laid-back style launched them into worldwide fame, while simultaneously shaping the future of pop music forever. We like our surf with a side of soul, so joining The Beach Boys are the smooth, the soulful, and the funky Temptations. Known for their Motown smash hits "Ain't Too Proud to Beg," "My Girl" and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone." Gates open at 5:30 pm - show starts at 7:00 pm. Bring your lawn chair and be early!
Kane County Flea Market/October/ 2017
"The Best in the Midwest or Anywhere" - Up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques, collectibles, & Fancy Junque. Food is served both days.
CITY:St. Charles
Happy Together Tour 2016 at the Paramount Theatre
Take a trip through the golden age of rock-and-roll with the artists behind all those 1960's and 70's favorites, right before your eyes. In one rockin' night, the Happy Together Tour 2016 is bringing your radio to life with Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, Chicago's own The Cowsills, Mark Lindsay from Paul Revere & The Raiders, The Spencer Davis Group starring (you guessed it) Spencer Davis himself and, of course, Flo & Eddie from The Turtles, all live on the Paramount stage. This show is stacked with what the kids are calling "oldies, but goodies," and you don't want to miss it. General Public On-Sale: June 30 at 10 a.m.
Taste of Oak Brook
Join us for food, fun, and fireworks! The Taste of Oak Brook will feature live entertainment, delicious food from some of Oak Brook's finest restaurants, beer & wine, kids activities, and more. The fireworks show will begin at dusk.
CITY:Oak Brook
Yorkville Hometown Days Festival
The 2016 Hometown Days Festival is a family oriented event that provides entertainment the entire family can enjoy! We are excited to bring back again this year the past favorites such as the Pride and Joy Car Show, the Baby Contest, carnival, and live musical performances. We are also excited to announce the return of a 2015 crowd favorite – The Ultimate Air Dogs Show! Headliner entertainment all three days. For more information contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department.
Hollywood Vampires at RiverEdge Park
Joe Perry, Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp pay tribute to the original Hollywood Vampires. They are an American Rock supergroup formed to honor the musicians who died due to excess in the 1970s. All events at RiverEdge Park are General Admission. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs. Gates open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 8:00 pm.
Christmastime at Fine Line
Sale of juried artist created work. Includes pottery. jewelry. textiles, ornaments. more. Mon-Thurs 10am-8pm; Fri.Sat 10am-5pm; Closed Sunday.
CITY:St. Charles
Revolutionary War Reenactment
Join Cantigny and The North West Territory Alliance in a Revolutionary War Reenactment and Encampment. Get a feel for camp life, experience a battle and enjoy the sights and sounds of the 18th century. Event is free with $10 parking.
Green Fair on the Fox
Green Fair on the Fox features an eco-marketplace, local businesses, physical fitness and sustainable, healthy living. There will be food, live music, demonstrations and fun activities for the whole family! Over 65 vendors and exhibitors will be on hand showcasing their green product or service. Fun activities for kids and adults alike will be going on all throughout the fair. Musical entertainment on the Peg Bond Stage. Green Fair on the Fox will be held rain or shine.
Land of the Free, Home of the Brave: Aurora's Independence Day Celebration
The City of Aurora's Fourth of July Parade is a popular, not-to-miss parade for the whole family. This year's theme is "Land of the Free, Home of the Brave." Join the thousands of spectators lining the downtown parade route and display your patriotism and civic pride while watching the fabric of the community pass in front of you. The event will begin with a pre-parade ceremony at 9:15 a.m. outside the Paramount Theatre After the parade, enjoy free family activities and fireworks in two locations. Fireworks Celebration: the City of Lights will live up to its name with a pyrotechnic extravaganza illuminating the night sky with a rainbow of colors! Free park and ride shuttle service available 6-9 pm.
Larsen Light Show
Winner of ABC's 2013 Great Christmas Light Fight. Over one million led Christmas lights displayed in sync with a dozen different songs including the Blackhawks' song.
Courtyard by Marriott St. Charles
121 guest rooms. Amenities: Business center, exercise room, extended stay, indoor pool, restaurant, lounge. Pet friendly-charges apply. Guest rooms renovated 2014
CITY:St. Charles
Craft Beer Festival
Toast to the trees with our third-annual Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, June 25, 2016. Sip on local favorites and explore new beers from more than 40 breweries while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of The Morton Arboretum. Guest restaurants and Arboretum concessions will be available on-site for purchase. Bring a chair or lie down on a blanket to soak in the summer sun while listening to live music by the feel-good country rock band Summer Son. This event is rain or shine.
Fox River Distilling Company
Opened in October of 2014 and headquartered in Geneva, Fox River Distilling Company produces premium handcrafted artisan spirits using traditional distilling methods. Free tours are given to the general public on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons and at other scheduled times for private parties and events. Join us for "First Friday" – A monthly open house where the distillery and tasting room will be open to the public for extended hours.
Super 8 - St. Charles
67 guest rooms. Amenities: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, Pet friendly-charges apply.
CITY:St. Charles
"Weird Al" Yankovic at RiverEdge Park
The King of Parody in all his curly-haired, accordion-playing glory is the best-selling comedy recording artist in history. His mind-blowing ability to parody world-famous musicians like Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, U2 and Madonna launched Al into superstardom himself. With a hilarious and wildly-popular musical style he is a true pop culture icon.
Midwest SOARRING Foundation's Native American Cultural Center
Midwest SOARRING (Save Our Ancestors Remains & Resources Indigenous Network Group) Foundation was formed in November of 1996. They are a Native American non-profit organization who assists with repatriation, protection of sacred sites and educates the public about Native American culture, through Pow Wows, cultural programs and environmental issues. The new Cultural Center is made possible by a lease obtained through the City of Lockport.
Willie Nelson & Family with Kris Kristofferson at RiverEdge Park
Living legend and outlaw country king, Willie Nelson is "On the Road Again" with his friend Kris Kristofferson. After Nashville in the 60s and 70s the braided Texas icon borrowed elements from jazz, rock, honky-tonk and the blues creating the unique, gravelly sound that made him famous.


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NASA intends to award a five-year contract to the Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority (VCSFA) for launch site services supporting missions conducted from the agency's Wallops Flight Facility (WFF) in Virginia. NASA announced the contract award on Friday.
VCSFA, under the commercial name of Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport, operates a commercial spaceport at the only NASA-owned launch range located at WFF through the 30-year Reimbursable Space Act Agreement, which was signed on Feb. 18, 1997.
VCSFA currently owns two orbital launch pads on the NASA WFF Launch Range that are currently suitable for launching orbital payloads and supporting equipment and has the only FAA license to operate a launch site at WFF to conduct government and commercial launches.
"Since the two launch pads are owned and operated by VCSFA, NASA will not have the ability to use either of those two launch pads for NASA-sponsored launches beyond May 3, the expiration of the current contract," the space agency said in contract documents.
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