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Singer songwriter Pete Stillwell, whose styles range from classic to modern rock, performs at Bartolini's. Tuesday, October 25th, 2016, in Midlothian. | Gary Middendorf-Chicago Tribune Media Group

Riffs: Open mic regular says, to be good, ‘listen to good music’

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

Editor's Note: Riffs is an occasional profile of a notable professional musician in the Southland. In the short time Pete Stillwell has been a south suburbanite, the singer, songwriter and...

Turkey time: Shoot, trot, win

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

Your basketball, bowling or running skills could net you a free turkey or other prizes. Turkey Shoot free-throw contests, Turkey Trot races and other events will be held starting this...

Holiday craft fairs underway

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

The season for holiday craft shows is already upon us. Starting this weekend with the 30th annual event at Andrew High School in Tinley Park and continuing into December, the...

5 things to do this Halloween weekend

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

Halloween fun in the form of family friendly or downright frightful can be had all weekend. Many kid-centric events will be held throughout the weekend in Lemont while haunted houses...

Something to do? Hauntings, howlings and fine dining

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

Not every pumpkin patch is home to camels, coatimundi and caveys. But Settlers Pond exotic animal sanctuary in Beecher has some 500 animals in its care and proceeds from pumpkins,...

Park district trips get you there and back in a day

May 22, 2019 at 12:51 a.m.

Perhaps you want to get away for the day. Being chauffeured with friends – and not stressing about directions or parking - or meeting new people would be nice, too....

Annie's Cucina's popular Chicago Style Italian beef is topped with cheese. Saturday, August 27th, 2016, at Annie's Cucina in Mokena. | Gary Middendorf-Chicago Tribune Media Group

Italian specialties on menu at Annie’s Cucina

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

Prosciutto piled high? Check. A casual sit-down Italian meal? Check. Entertainment, too? Check. Annie's Cucina and Supper Club 104 on Front Street in Mokena across from the Metra lot has...

Haunted houses want your screams

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

If your Halloween just isn't complete without getting scared at every turn, plenty of haunted houses are ready and waiting for you, precious. In addition to the annual attractions, veterans...

Crestwood, Tinley rock in October with festivals

May 22, 2019 at 5:16 p.m.

Bands, viewing of the Chicago Bears game, package deals, food and family-friendly areas will be featured at two weekend-long outdoor tented festivals designed to bring the community together and rock...

The Heck House at 12th and Hamilton streets in Lockport today remains a private residence owned by the Hauer family.

John Heck House, ‘a monument to the grand houses of that era’

May 15, 2019 at 4:01 p.m.

When traveling by foot, horse or water, one would do well living close to work. John Heck, a contractor on the Illinois and Michigan Canal, built his limestone home in...

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