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What would Thomas Edison do? The light bulb—that has lit the world since he invented it in 1879—is an endangered commodity. New federal guidelines requiring more energy-efficient lig...

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In honor of the 42nd anniversary of Earth Day, observed every April 22, U.S. Census figures look at how we heat and cool our homes. Earth Day is intended to inspire awareness and apprecia...

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from the Morton Arboretum Looking for some family-friendly ways to celebrate Arbor Day? The Morton Arboretum offers options for runners, readers, and gardeners alike.  
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On Saturday the Lisle Library District is hosting an open house in honor of National Library Week with the theme "You Belong @ Your Library." Several groups who regularly use the library ...

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  Over the next three weekends get done with that spring cleaning and dispose of unwanted items through these recycling events, which are sponsored by the Village of Lisle, Lisle Par...

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from Benedictine University Students interested in earning a master’s degree from Benedictine University can attend a Graduate Open House from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, April 21. Addi...

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There may be no candy more contentious than the little Marshmallow Peep. Sugar crusted, soft and chewy, the Peep is a much-loved symbol of Easter on par with colored eggs and chocolate bu...