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Breakfast Rotary thanks community
The Barrington Breakfast Rotary Club would like to thank all who attended the 2012 Rotary Rendezvous Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 25. Everyone enjoyed a night of fun and fellowship tasting wine and chocolate under the expert guidance of sommelier Marcel Flori. The event was a …
Keep records of vital information for elderly parents
Sometimes we make assumptions about the information that we have or don’t have when it comes to our parents, grandparents or other seniors in our lives. Unfortunately the moment we realize that the information we need is not available is usually during a crisis.
Taking stigma off incontinence
Watching daytime TV, and all of the commercials for incontinence products, one might think that incontinence is a normal part of life and aging.
It’s time to update the Barrington history book
BARRINGTON — In my year-end column, I endeavored to pay tribute to all of the organizations, and the “wisdom, work and wealth” that supports them in improving the quality of life in our community. I focused on those groups that have a base of operation …
Barrington High School Madrigals light up the White House
BARRINGTON EAST — Regardless of one’s political persuasions, the thought of performing at the White House is quite a thrilling concept! And, for our fabulous Barrington High School Madrigals, that dream has once again come true! On Nov. 30, 25 BHS Madrigal singers entertained in …
Lake Barrington Shores offers solutions to New Year’s resolutions
LAKE BARRINGTON SHORES — It’s never too early to think about New Year’s resolutions and L.B.S. has many ways for residents to keep active in mind and body after the first of the year. Six days a week, Monday through Saturday, residents can participate in …
Celebrate the holidays outside in North Barrington
BARRINGTON NORTH — The early date of Thanksgiving this year, combined with the warmer weather, appeared to me to produce outdoor decorations earlier than usual. I am rarely out in the evenings, but in late November, a meeting of the Barrington Sesquicentennial’s History Committee, took …
This Apple has sour taste
Dear Fixer: I cannot download any apps on my iPhone. It says my account is disabled. After I sent a request to the Apple support email address, I received a response from an iTunes adviser who said it appeared that my account had been disabled due to “chargeback orders” they had received from my credit card issuer.
Art of compromise is what’s needed now
In the aftermath of last week’s election, I’ve been listening to my friends on the right and the left. They are saying the same thing, and that’s what worries me.
Christmas shopping, philosophically speaking
Now that that pesky presidential election is over, it’s time to concentrate on what’s really important. Christmas shopping. But before you can shop, you have to decide what to get friends and family, collectively known as loved ones.
Stop ‘straw buyers’ of guns
For years Chicago and Cook County officials have been pushing a law that would help close the spigot of guns flowing illegally into the city. So far, the National Rifle Association has blocked the law in Springfield, but officials here should keep pushing. The so-called …
How about veggie McDonald’s here?
McDonald’s is opening two vegetarian-only restaurants. Not, unfortunately, in one of the hipper neighborhoods of Chicago, or even somewhere in California. But in India — in Amritsar and Katra. This makes sense. For reasons of religion and tradition, Indian diets tend to be low in …
A ‘Moneyball’ lesson in life: ‘Get on base’
I’ve decided that the correct answer for just about any question this spring is: “He gets on base.” That answer comes from one of last year’s best movies, “Moneyball.” That simple phrase answers the questions put to Billy Beane, general manager of the Oakland A’s, …
Shimkus: Senator Kirk is coming back
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed piece submitted by U.S. Rep. John Shimkus, R-Collinsville, regarding the status of U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk, R-Highland Park, who is in recovery from a stroke he suffered in January. As a member of the Illinois congressional delegation, …
Why we will no longer endorse in elections
The publications of Pioneer Press are no longer going to be endorsing candidates in local, state and national elections. This editorial tells you why.
Trip with delegation was beneficial
In early November, five Barrington 220 colleagues and I joined a larger delegation of 400 American educators – including more than 30 from the Chicago area – who were invited to tour schools in China. The trip was sponsored and largely funded by two organizations: …
