The Great Escape: A Chorus Line

Why not catch a musical this weekend? C'mon it'll be fun!

Your kids are your first priority, yet no matter their age, they take up most of your time. But when your teens are out with friends or your youngsters are busy with practice, you find yourself with some free time. We like to call it ‘me’ time. Each week we’ll give you one great idea to give you a much-deserved break, and make your life a little easier. This week, take your husband or a group of friends to see theBroadway musical, A Chorus Line, at the Meadows Center Auditorium in Rolling Meadows, 15-minutes from downtown Des Plaines. Opening March 26 starting at 7 p.m. and showing again March 27 at 2 p.m. (as well as next weekend), watch the story of 17 performers competing for the chance to dance in a Broadway show—of which only eight …

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The Great Escape: Des Plaines Martial Arts

Try your hand at martial arts with this free one-week trial!

Your kids are your first priority, yet no matter their ages, they take up most of your time. But when your teens are out with friends or your youngsters are busy with practice, you find yourself with some free time. We like to call it ‘me’ time. Each week we’ll give you one great idea to give you a much-deserved break, and make your life a little easier. This week why not try out a new activity? Enlist the company of a friend, or go solo to Des Plaines Martial Arts and try your hand at Tae Kwon Do or Hapkido. It’s ok if you’ve never done it before or you think you might not like it. To help ease you into the world of martial arts, Des Plaines Martial Arts offers an introductory program for one week—for free. There is no limit to how many …

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Patch Portrait: A Love Affair With Writing

This week's portraits also features Highland Park's politician of the people and Winnetka's former tanning salon pioneer.

This week's Patch Portraits was produced and edited by Sara Fay, Phillip Downie, Jacob Nelson, Joanna Schneider and Allison Williams. Check back on Mondays for the next installment. Also showcased are Highland Park's politician of the people and Winnetka's former tanning salon pioneer. For Jackie Pilossoph, a perfect morning begins at 5 a.m. sitting at her kitchen table with coffee, the sunrise, and her computer. “Writing makes me feel great,” the local author shared with Patch. Pilossoph writing career runs the gamut. From broadcast to screenplays and novels (Hook, Line and Sink Him is her most recent), the mother of two calls writing her therapy. “I have some really good stories to tell,” she said. “If you write about what you know, it …

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The Great Escape: Bridal Fashion Show and Expo

Whether you're getting married or not, this is a fun day for the ladies.

Your kids are your first priority, yet no matter their age, they take up most of your time. But when your teens are out with friends or your youngsters are busy with practice, you find yourself with some free time. We like to call it ‘me’ time. Each week we’ll give you one great idea to give you a much-deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Do you know someone that’s getting married? Just curious about what's trendy these days? If so, register yourself and a friend for the Matrix League Bridal Expo and Fashion Show on April 10 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn in Des Plaines. This event supports local small businesses and the Matrix League Volleyball Club. Even if there is no wedding in sight for you or your friends…

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The Great Escape: Arbonne International Workshop

Bond with your friends over skincare products and wine. Yum!

Your kids are your first priority, yet no matter their age, they take up most of your time. But when your teens are out with friends or your youngsters are busy with practice, you find yourself with some free time and, more importantly, an empty house. Why not call up the girls and throw a party? Each week we’ll give you one great idea to give you a much-deserved break, and make your life a little easier. This week indulge yourself with Arbonne International. This company provides botanically based skincare products not found in stores, but sold through representatives nationwide. In-home parties (also referred to as workshops) are available to provide exposure to their products, and bonding time between friends. If you’ve got a guest list…

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The Great Escape: Springfield Armory Shoot at Maxon

Try out Springfield Armory's most popular firearms at Maxon Shooters Supply and Indoor Range.

You love your kids, but sometimes they test your patience. So when your teens are out with friends or your youngsters are busy with practice, you find yourself with some free time. Why not use it to get out some frustration? Each week we’ll give you one great idea to give you a much-deserved break and make your life a little easier, or more fun. This week grab a friend, or your husband, and go to the "Springfield Armory Manufacturer Shoot" on Feb. 19th at Maxon Shooters Supplies and Indoor Range. From 9 a.m-5 p.m. the range will be closed for regular shooters, and for an $8 entrance fee and cost of ammunition, participants can shoot Springfield Armory's most popular firearms.  A Springfield representative will also be on hand to answer …

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