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Toad Hall, Beach Boys envision vintage shopping destination on Broadway in Rockford
ROCKFORD — A locally owned vintage toy and pop-culture collectibles shop has shifted into a larger space on Broadway, a move business owners hope will reenergize their vision for creating a vintage shopping destination. Beach Boys Toys has moved across the street to 2020 Broadway, where it fills the...
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CherryVale Mall holiday season begins with Santa
CherryVale Mall will kick off its Christmas season Nov. 13 with Santa's arrival, an indoor parade and holiday activities for families. Santa will arrive at 6 p.m., according to a community announcement. The indoor parade will begin on the lower level near the food court before Santa heads to his workshop in center court to hear visitors' Christmas wishes. “Holiday traditions hold a special place in our community, and many of those traditions start right here at CherryVale Mall,” Marketing Manager Susan Angelin said. “Whether it’s visiting Santa, writing a Dear Santa letter, or finding the perfect gift, we’re proud to be part of the memories our community creates year after year.” Santa photos and holiday activities Santa will welcome visitors through Dec. 24 at his Home for the Holidays. Visiting Santa is free, while photo packages will be available for purchase. Reservations are encouraged through the mall's online platform, according to the announcement. Santa will be available from noon to 3 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. most days. His remaining hours are noon to 3 p.m. and 3:30-6 p.m. on the other day of his weekly schedule. The announcement also lists several additional holiday activities: Santa's $3,000 Stocking Giveaway A
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Dayton stunned in OT loss to Northern Illinois
DAYTON, Ohio (Dayton Athletics) -- The University of Dayton men's basketball team fell to Northern Illinois 81-76 in overtime at UD Arena on Saturday night. Trailing by as many as 17 in the first half, the Flyers erased the Huskies' lead in the second stanza to send the game into overtime, but ultimately fell short.
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Panhellenic Tugs matches begin this week
The Panhellenic Council will host their annual Tugs competition, an event centered around friendly competition and philanthropy. Alpha Phi will compete against Delta Gamma on Monday. On Wednesday, Alpha Sigma Alpha will compete against the winner of the first match. Later that day Delta Zeta will go against Tri Sigma. Finally on Saturday, there will be a match for third place followed by the championship match.
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Sycamore and Aurora Christian Join Oswego in the IHSA Football Quarterfinals
Sycamore and Aurora Christian both advanced to the IHSA football quarterfinals with second-round victories on Saturday. In Class 5A, No. 9 seed Sycamore took down top-seeded Antioch 32-28, with Dylan Curtis sealing the victory with an interception in the end zone. Curtis also led the Spartans offensively, rushing for 172 yards on 28 carries with two touchdowns. Ben Anderson added five catches for 49 yards. Sycamore will host No. 4 seed Wauconda in the quarterfinals Saturday, Nov. 14, at Sycamore High School, with kickoff at 1 p.m.
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PAINT BOOK BRICKS AT LIBRARY
(DeKalb) – We love to show off our favorites, and that includes our favorite books! What better way to let people know what you love to read than displaying it outside your house? Paint a ‘book brick’ with the cover of one of your most loved stories at the DeKalb Public Library on Thursday, November 12.
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50 North remains on path of growth while enriching lives of seniors
Since 2019, 50 North Senior Activity Center has continued to enrich the lives of seniors through a variety of fun opportunities for many years. Reflecting back on 50 North’s beginning, “We noticed that there was no senior center anywhere in Winnebago County,” said Diane LaForge, who played a key role in starting 50 North and serves as the President.