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Thursday, June 16, 2011

Buehler YMCA Has New Executive Director

Heidi Deininger has been named the new executive director of Buehler YMCA.

Heidi Deininger has been named executive director of Buehler YMCA in Palatine. "We are pleased to bring Ms. Deininger's more than 20 years of experience as a dedicated YMCA employee to Chicago and the Buehler YMCA," said Kathy Bosco, group vice president for the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago in a press release. "Deininger will be a valuable teammate to the Buehler YMCA because she shares the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago's philosophy of supporting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility," Bosco state in the press release. Deininger previously was executive director of the West Lussier Family YMCA in Madison, Wisc. Before joining the Y of Metro Chicago, Deininger was responsible for branch operations, fiscal management, …

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Get Out: St. Pat's in the Summer, Fishing Derby, and More

Let Patch help you make plans for something fun to do this weekend.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Relay for Life of Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Inverness - American Cancer Society Relay for Life: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." Where / When: Walter R. Sundling Junior High School, 6 p.m. - 6 a.m., Friday, June 10 to Saturday, June 11. Why Go?: Annual overnight event to celebrate and honor those who have cancer, have lost their lives to cancer and to fight back against the disease. Funds support services for area patients and their families, research and educational programs. Pricing: Call the American Cancer Society at 847-368-1166 or …

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Get Out: Palatine Farmers Market and More

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Family Night at Buehler Y Where / When: Buehler Y, 1400 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine; 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., Friday, June 3. Why Go?: Go for a swim, check out the playmaze, compete on the basketball court and climbing wall. All families are welcome to attend family night. Pricing: Free for members; $20 per family for non-members   2. And the World Goes 'Round Where / When: Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine; 8 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 3 p.m., Sunday, June 5. Why Go?: See the stunning musical revue of songs by John Kander and Fred Ebb, …

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And don't forget the Univ. of IL Extension Service Master Gardeners will be back to answer your gardening questions this week -end at the Palatine Farmer's Market. Bring your questions to us!   more ›

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Get Out: Family Aquatic Center Opening This Weekend

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for your done-with-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend.   1. Family Night at Buehler Y Where / When: Buehler Y, 1400 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine; 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., Friday, May 27. Why Go?: Go for a swim, check out the playmaze, compete on the basketball court and climbing wall. All families are welcome to attend family night. Pricing: Free for members; $20 per family for non-members   2. Memorial Day: The Great Grill Out Where / When: Whole Foods Market, 1331 N. Rand Rd., Palatine; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday, May 27. Why Go?: Stop by the outdoor cafe for grilling demonstrations and tasting. Kabobs, …

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Grab & Go Kids Planner: Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt, Healthy Kids Day at Buehler and More

Here are this week's suggestions for something fun to do with your kids this weekend.

Here's our weekly list of kid-friendly activities and new places to try with your children. Help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips by just adding them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our suggestions, let us know. We want to hear from you. Grab your kids and go have some fun. Family Best Bets of the Week Where / When: Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Rd., Palatine; 9:30 a.m.; Saturday, April 16. Why Go?: 3,500 eggs, some with prizes from local merchants, four different age groups of kids up to age 9. Pictures can be taken with the Easter Bunny for a $2 sitting fee. Pricing: Free egg hunt   Where / When: Buehler Y,1400 W. Northwest Hwy., Palatine; 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., Friday, April 15. Why Go?: Bring the whole…

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Grab & Go Kids Planner: Bunny Dash, Mother Goose, and More

Here are our suggestions for some fun things to do with your kids this weekend.

Here's our weekly list of kid-friendly activities and new places to try with your children. Help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips by just adding them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our suggestions, let us know. We want to hear from you. Grab your kids and go have some fun. Family Best Bets of the Week Where / When: Deer Grove East Forest Preserve at Dundee Road and Hicks Road in Palatine; 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Saturday, April 2. Why Go?: 5K run and walk, 1 mile youth run, 100 yard dash egg hunt with more than 3,000 eggs, activities for kids of all ages. Visit the Easter Bunny too.  Pricing: $30 for 5K; $10 for 1 mile youth run; $5 for egg hunt   Where / When: Here Whee Go Again, Ridge Plaza, 928 W. …

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Grab & Go Kids Planner: Trains at Harper, Family Night at Buehler

Here are this week's top picks for some fun, kid-friendly activities this weekend.

We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try with your children. Look for the kids' planner each Wednesday. And, you can help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips-just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our suggestions, let us know. We want to hear from you. Grab your kids and go have some fun. Family Best Bets of the Week Where / When:  Dickinson's Little Vaudeville, 11 E. Northwest Highway, Palatine; 7 - 8 p.m., Friday, March 4. Why Go?: Come to entertain or be entertained. Singers, dancers, musicians and audience members are needed. Pricing: Free Where / When: Harper College Sports Center, Building M, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine; 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Saturday …

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