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Opening Night Coming for Joliet Slammers Baseball!

Gene Mundt, Mortgage Lender: Posted on Thursday, May 17, 2012 8:34 PM

Opening Night Coming

For Joliet Slammers Baseball!

Joliet's professional baseball team, the Slammers, will open their 2012 playing season next week on May 22nd. They'll be playing the Traverse City Beam Bums that evening, starting at 7:05 pm.

Click Here to Visit the Joliet Slammers Website

Expectations are high for this year's season, as the Slammers will be defending their 2011 Frontier League title. A ring ceremony will be held prior to this year's first game to celebrate last year's League champions.

Tickets to Slammers' games start at a low price of $5.00 ... making attendance at games very "family friendly". Seating is available at Silver Cross Field, where the Slammers play, ranging from lawn seating to box seats. Concessions are for sale within the stadium.

After the Slammer's opening day game, there will be a fireworks show for the fans.

Joliet Slammer games can be heard on Joliet's 1340 WJOL AM radio station.

If you would like more information regarding the Slammers' Opening Day game or future games and accommodations, please call Kelli Dreschsel at: 815.722.2287 or email: info@jolietslammers.com.

Silver Cross Field is located at: 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive, Joliet, IL.

Hope to see you Opening Day!

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Enjoying Just One of the Many Great Chicagoland Music Venues - The Dominican University Performing Arts Center in River Forest, IL

Gene Mundt, Mortgage Lender: Posted on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 11:19 AM

Enjoying Just One of the Many Great Chicagoland Music Venues

The Dominican University Performing Arts Center in River Forest, IL

My wife, Marilyn, is a huge country music fan. Traditional country. Old country. Bluegrass. Iconic country performers. The more "twang" the better for her.

Knowing his mom's long-standing love affair with the genre, our youngest son and his wife gave her a Christmas gift of a pair of tickets to see Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives for this last Saturday night.

To say she enjoyed herself, would be an understatement. Let's just say I see a whole new side of her during shows like this.

We had never visited this particular venue before this weekend's concert, but I'll tell you ... if you ever have a chance to see ANY entertainment at the Dominican University's Performing Arts Center, located at 7900 W. Division Street, in River Forest, IL ... GO! It's an amazing place. Great acoustics ... and there are no bad seats.

The Performing Arts Center and the Dominican University itself, is surrounded by some of the most beautiful homes you'll find within Chicagoland too. There are just blocks after blocks of them. Old and new. Varying architecture.

Prior to the concert, we enjoyed just driving around and soaking up the River Forest area. (What else does someone with 35 years in the real estate industry subject their spouse to??) Massive trees are everywhere within this City. I swear, we could have just enjoyed driving for hours in River Forest. Gorgeous.

During our show on Saturday night, we were right smack in the middle of the Performing Arts Center, just 11 rows back. When Marty Stuart came out to showcase his "pickin'" abilities and speak to the crowd, I thought we could reach-out and touch him.

Now for those that don't know much about Marty Stuart, here's a little taste:

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Marty Stuart "Country Boy Rock & Roll" on Letterman 06/29

Visit http://www.TalkShowMusicFan.com for reviews and more great videos!!

If you ever get the chance to see and hear Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives, jump on it.

And if you are in the Chicagoland area, I hope you'll check-out the wide variety of entertainment available throughout the year at the Dominican University Performing Arts Center in River Forest, IL. Absolutely an amazing place within a beautiful town ...

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Celebrate America's Beautiful Trees! Arbor Day Celebrations in Chicagoland

Gene Mundt, Mortgage Lender - The Federal Savings Bank: Posted on Thursday, April 19, 2012 4:55 PM

Celebrate America's Beautiful Trees!

Arbor Day Celebrations in Chicagoland

Did you know that trees are not only beautiful, they’re hard working too??

Here’s just a small list of the many tasks that trees accomplish for us each and every day:

· Trees renew our air supply by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen
· One tree produces nearly 260 pounds of oxygen each year
· Trees lower air temperature by evaporating water in their leaves. Shade trees can make buildings up to 20 degrees cooler in the summer.
· A mature oak tree can provide support for over 460 different species of insects, birds and mammals in shelters and hollows, as well as fruit, flowers and foliage that attract a huge variety of birds and insects.
· Tree roots stabilize soil and prevent erosion
· The amount of oxygen produced by an acre of trees per year equals the amount consumed by 18 people annually

Not bad, huh?

So is it any wonder that each year we set aside a day to celebrate the beauty, hard work, and enhancements to our lives that trees afford us?

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Arbor Day in the U.S., is celebrated on the last Friday in April each and every year. This year, many cities and towns in Chicagoland are once again hosting Arbor Day festivities hoping to create renewed love and awareness for trees … and also promote the planting of new trees within their boundaries.

Some of the towns taking part in this year’s Arbor Day festivities are:

Village of Lombard: The Village will be celebrating on April 25th, in cooperation and partnership with the Morton Arboretum and Glenbard East High School.

Activities will include a “tree tagging” event. The Glenbard East HS Ecology Club will be working along with professional arborists and foresters from the Morton Arboretum to identify and gather data regarding the trees located in the parkways near the school. Each tree’s tag will show the monetary value of the tree entered into the National Tree Benefits Calculator.

City of Crest Hill: Both residents and nonprofit organizations are invited to take part in this year’s “50/50 Tree Program”, sponsored through the City ... and held in conjunction with Arbor Day.

Only one (1) tree per household is allowed. Anyone receiving a tree through last year’s “50/50 Tree Program”, will not be eligible for participation this year. Funds are limited for this Program. If interest is high, early applicants will be given first consideration. The goal set by the City is for 5 trees to be newly planted within each of its 4 wards.

To download an application for the City of Crest Hill’s “50/50 Tree Program”, go to:

50/50 Tree Application

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All trees must be planted by the landscaper working in partnership with the City of Crest Hill, “The Fields on Caton Farm”. For further info, call the City of Crest Hill at: 815.741.5100.

In Naperville: The City of Naperville’s Dept. of Public Works is hosting its annual Arbor Day Tree Sale on Saturday, April 28, at the Public Works Service Center, located on 180 Fort Hill Drive in Naperville. The hours of the sale are: 8 am to 12 Noon.

A variety of trees will be available at big savings, including: Ornamental Pear, Magnolia, Redbud, various Maples, Crabapples, and more. Prices and further info regarding the trees are available at:

www.naperville.il.us/arbordaytreesale.aspx.

Trees can be purchased by check or cash and removed from the Center by Noon. Naperville Public Works employees will be in attendance to help residents load trees. (No commercial sales are allowed).

An expert from the Morton Arboretum will be in attendance at this event to assist residents with their questions and offer planting advice. The City of Naperville will be offering a copy of its informative tree booklet: The “Trees of Naperville - Tree Selection and Planting Guide”, which can also be found and/or downloaded on the City’s website.

Should you need further info regarding this sale, please call 630.420.6095.

In St. Charles: St. Charles, IL has been named a Tree City USA thirteen times by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Arbor Day is being celebrated in St. Charles this year on Friday, April 27th, at Lincoln Park on Main Street, between 4th and 5th Streets. There will be live music, a tree raffle, tree care demonstrations and more. Arbor Day festivities begin at 4 pm. The artwork and photos of the participants and winners of the coloring and photography contest will be on display.

In Illinois alone, there are 186 Tree City USA communities. Many are hosting their own Arbor Day festivities. Think about attending a celebration taking place near you … or go to The Arbor Day Foundation website and make a donation to help them plant, nurture, and celebrate trees in your community and across the U.S.

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Mothers Day Celebrations and Activities in Chicagoland, 2012

Gene Mundt, Mortgage Lender: Posted on Thursday, April 12, 2012 4:44 PM

Mothers Day Celebrations and Activities in Chicagoland, 2012

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Mothers Day 2012 is Sunday, May 13th. Do you know how you're going to celebrate?

There are many opportunities all over the Chicagoland area for families to celebrate the wonderful mothers in their lives in a wide variety of ways. I'm including some info below that I found while doing some research of my own. Hope it proves helpful to you.

I think there's something here for almost every personality, pocketbook, and taste. So take a peek and find something you think will be perfect for your mom ... and then Enjoy!

Mothers Day 2012

in Chicagoland!

Mothers Day at Arlington Park Million Room

Several Packages for the

Mother's Day Brunch are Available

May 13, 2012

Several Dining Options available.

General admission & reserved seats remain available,

as of this writing, for Mother's Day.

Purchase can be made online at:

or by calling to: 847.870.RACE (7223)

Kids will enjoy the NEW Jr. Jockey Zone, FREE Pony Rides,

Petting Zoo, and Hands-On Activities

Lyons Township Dog Training Club

70th & 71st AKC Dog Obedience Trials

Saturday, May 12th

Sunday, May 13th

AKC-sanctioned dog obedience trials and rally trials

Location: Odeum Expo Center

1033 North Villa Avenue, Villa Park, IL

Sunday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM

Saturday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM

Tickets Cost: FREE

Contact Information: 630-941-9292

Website: www.ltdtc.org

Motorcoach Parking: On-site, Free

Services for equal accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible,

Toilets with grab bars

Mothers Day Tea at The Drake's Palm Court

Mothers Day tea will include traditional afternoon tea service, a beauty bar where mom can get pampered, and a fashion show.

May 13th

Afternoon Tea: Seating’s from 11am to 5pm
Price is $36 per Adult and $18 per Child under 12
Harpist performs from 11am to 5p.m.
Beauty Bar available from 12noon to 5pm – Mario Tricoci
Fashion Show

Located at: 140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL

Phone 312.787.2200

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Have a Mom that

LOVES to Shop??

Head to:

SAVVY SECONDS & 1sts

4724 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

A visit to this vintage clothing store will be a treat for any shopaholic mom! In addition to Dolce & Gabbana frocks and Diesel Jeans, Savvy Seconds & 1sts carries an array of accessories.

Hours are:

11 am - 7 pm Mon.-Sat.

11 am - 6 pm Sun.

Questions: 773. 728.8920

Spring Flower Show

Lincoln Park Conservatory

Last Day of Show

Lincoln Park Conservatory, 391 N. Stockton Dr., Chicago, IL

Hours: Daily, 9 am - 5 pm

Accessible Wheelchair Entrance(s)
Partially accessible

FREE!

Heartland Service Dog - "Wag-n-Wash"

May 6th

Fundraiser for Heartland Service Dogs

Held at:

I'll Be Doggone, 9620 Willow Lane, Mokena, IL

Hours: 11 am to 3 pm

Get your pet washed and dried so they're

all sweet-smelling and fluffy for mom.

Reservations for Appointment needed

Email: HeartlandSvcDog@yahoo.com

All dogs MUST have current rabies tags

$15.00 Donation per Dog Wash

Make It To Take It:

Mother's Day Brunch Family Class

at: Now We're Cookin'

1601 Payne St., Unit C, Evanston, IL

May 12th - 1:00 pm

Bring the kids and get ready to give mom the morning off.

We'll stir up a family-pleasing brunch menu that everyone can

contribute to and the added bonus: you take it home to

surprise Mom tomorrow! Add ice to the juice cocktail,

bake the Strata, and you have a glamorous, no-fuss meal.

$50/family of 3, $10 each extra person

Menu

- Sparkling Juice Cocktail

- Strata with Asparagus and Goat Cheese

- Strawberry Yogurt Parfaits

Reservations are required. To Buy Tickets, Go To:

Brown Paper Tickets

Mother's Day Shop-A-Holic Expo

Date: May 12, 2012

Location: Hilton Garden Inn

28351 Dodge Drive, Warrenville, IL

Hours: 1pm-6pm

Admission Tickets: $5.00

Door Admission: $8.00.

Children Admission is FREE.

This is a Cash-n-Carry event.

Spa Services, Raffles, Candy Buffet Bar, Gift Bags,

Door Prizes,Vendors, Music

Kayak Chicago - Architectural Tour

Saturday, May 12th & Sunday, May 13th

Kayak down the Chicago River to gain views of our beautiful City of Chicago from a unique vantage point ... from the waterway!

See Trump International Hotel and Tower. The Wrigley Building. Listen to fascinating historical anecdotes regarding mobster Al Capone. You don't need to be a kayaking expert. Everyone's welcome.

Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and your camera in a waterproof bag.

3 Hour Tour Beginning at Noon

Tour begins at: 1501 No. Magnolia Avenue

$65 per person

For further info, call: 630-336-7245

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Barrington Mother's Day 5k Run/Walk

May 13th

Fundraiser for: The Gateway For Cancer Research

Registration & Packet Pick Up: 7:00-7:45 a.m.

Free 100 meter kid's dash @ 7:50 am

Register at:

http://www.allcommunityevents.com/mothersday_5k/mothers_day_5k_register.html

5k Starts: 8:00 am

Awards: 8:50 am

Course Open For 1 hour 20 minutes

Course is USATF certified. Awards presented to the top 3 participants, male and female overall, and top 3 in each age group.

Must be Present to Receive Award. Strollers allowed on course.

Water station available along the course with water and sports drink. Free Parking!

200 Spring Street, Barrington, IL

For additional info, Phone: 847.344.0861

E-MAIL: info@allcommunityevents.com

To Donate:

http://chicago.whitesox.mlb.com/ticketing/index.jsp?c_id=cws

Family Farm Tours

Saturday, May 12th & Sunday, May 13th

The Children's Farm

12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, IL

During family farm tours, farm guides invite the public into each animal pen and are ready to supply information about the animals to inquiring visitors. Complimentary pony rides are offered for children.

Hours: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

No reservations needed

Cost: $4.50 per person

Children under 2 - Free

Additional Info: 708.361.3650

www.thecenterpalos.org/FamilyTours.html

Hope these suggestions prove helpful to

everyone in finding outings and ways

to celebrate the mothers in your life!

Best Wishes to all!

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Have a "Doggone" Good Time on Mother's Day at the Heartland Service Dog's "Wag-n-Wash"

Gene Mundt, Mortgage Lender: Posted on Monday, April 09, 2012 1:00 PM

Have a "Doggone" Good Time for Mother's Day at the May 6th Heartland Service Dog's "Wag-n-Wash"

Mom's "babies" come in all shapes, sizes ... and breeds!

Email for YOUR Appointment Today @ HeartlandSvcDog@yahoo.com

And what mom wouldn't love their "furry baby" to be washed, sweet-smelling, and blow-dried beautifully for their Mother's Day celebration??

Heartland Service Dogs of Mokena, IL is holding a charity dog wash this Mother's Day, May 6th, at I'll Be Doggone located at

9620B Willow Lane in Mokena, IL between the hours of 11 am to 3 pm.

Appointments are necessary to take part in this charity event ... and are being scheduled every 1/2 hour. All dogs must have current rabies tags.

All requests for appointments, along with your name, preferred appointment time, and phone number, should be mailed to:

HeartlandSvcDog@yahoo.com

I'll Be Doggone will use only professional products during this charity event ... but if your furry loved-one requires a special shampoo ... please bring it along. I'll Be Doggone will be glad to use that product.

For dogs that may require special attention or have special needs, I'll Be Doggone will provide a private bath area. All Owners and loved-ones are welcome to assist in their dog's bath.

Donations of $15/per dog wash will benefit Heartland Service Dogs. Treats for dogs and humans will be provided free of charge during the "Wag-n-Wash".

All attendees are encouraged to roam the I'll Be Doggone store and learn more the services provided by Heartland Service Dogs. Grab-bags and a special "Wag-n-Wash" basket will be raffled-off during this event. There is no cost to enter the raffle.

Heartland Service Dogs provide specially trained dogs to adults and children that suffer mobility and hearing impairments ... offering them assistance, independence, hope, and inspiration to get through their day.

Don't forget to make this Mother's Day extra special for your mom and furry K-9 loved ones ... all while playing a part in bettering others' lives. Make YOUR dog's "Wag-n-Wash" appointment by emailing your request for appointment time to: HeartlandSvcDog@yahoo.com today!

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