Last Friday I was off in fiction land, so this is a two-week recap of stories only for two reasons.
I'm gradually recapping the time off in future posts.
And I'm recovering from dehydration on a busy Friday, which I'll explain in another post.
So here's what ran:
Local events: Health, faith, and arts and entertainment calendars: where to find them? Under the sections tab on the left hand side of
http://www.theherald-news.com/. Click on "features" and the topics drop down. Assembled by moi.
More local events: Gotta Do It, also by me, runs each Sunday in the People section.
Community news: Again, under the sections tab, under features, and by topic. Updates are posted on these days in print and web and in web on other days as I have the time: Monday (pets), Tuesday (health), Thursday (faith), Friday (arts and entertainment), and Sunday (people).
Daily updates: I do post the briefs and calendars on Twitter during the week, so you're welcome to follow me at @Denise_Unland61.
BryonySeries stuff: I post curated content relating to the BryonySeries at @BryonySeries. And assorted related content at
www.facebook.com/BryonySeries.
Thank you for reading The Herald-News. And for reading this blog. Your support is greatly appreciated.
New mentor program in Will County changes young adult lives
By Megan Schuller
Vanessa Manriques, 33, is a special education teacher for
District 202 in Plainfield by day and a mentor by night. She mentors one young
woman who had low self esteem.
“I tell them to live outside their comfort zone. I grew up
in that comfort zone, so I tell them to live their dreams, educate themselves
and don’t stay in that box,” Manriques said.
An Extraordinary Life: Peter McBride graduated from JTHS and
became a prominent architect
Submitted report
McBride managed many projects costing over $100 million,
secured additional commissions from most clients, and managed projects in such
countries as Iran, Saudi Arabia and Singapore.
Pets of the Week: July 10
Read the caption of each photo to find out about that pet,
including where he or she can be adopted.
Mystery Diner: Capri Sogno brings old-world flavors in contemporary dishes
We had plenty of time to scan the menu, which had more
selections than the online version. The online version also didn't list prices
for any food items. This added to the intrigue and culinary adventure awaiting
us.
Fellowship, fun and faith
Joliet Christian Women’s Club provides all three
The Joliet Christian Women’s Club ministers to the entire
woman.
“It really shows me women of faith coming together – of all
different denominations – and what their lives are really about,” Marilyn Garapolo
said.
Joliet Public Library breathes new life into summer reading
program
Reading is as relevant as ever – yes, even in the 21st
century. Except now one can read, and participate in the Joliet Public
Library's summer reading program, without ever picking up a physical book, Mallory Hewlett said.
Artworks: Joliet Star Wars fan using his creative force for upcoming
trading card set
He's an official artist on Topps' upcoming Star Wars
Masterwork card set. Contractually, King can't speak to "what kind"
and "quantity" until after Topps releases the set. But King could say
he has an August deadline."
Morris woman runs her own fundraising to help March of Dimes
Kathy Carey has walked miles, created and sold cookbooks, and solicited
items to sell at her annual garage sales. Every dime Carey gets goes to March
of Dimes.
Pets of the Week: July 17
Read the caption of each photo to find out about that pet,
including where he or she can be adopted.
Mystery Diner: Habanero's has a full menu of spicy and fun
options
With an eight-page menu, there's plenty to choose from.
There's an entire column, each, for chimichangas, burritos, enchiladas,
vegetarian options, seafood, dinner plates, house specials and lunch specials
or breakfast.
Mystery Diner: Big servings for big appetites at Joliet's
Wild Horse
This is a story about how I ended up with four plates in
front of me at the bar of a local restaurant.
And, before you get ahead of yourself, I directly asked for
it.
Eastern Orthodox Chapel honors patron saint with grave
blessings
By Jessica Spangler
July 13 was the saint's birthday, and in honor of him, Rev. Andrew Harrison and other members of the newly named St. John's Chapel performed a
grave blessing on Sunday in Streator. St. John Kochurov helped establish Three Saints
Orthodox Church in Streator, Harrison said.
Slammers hold first faith night
By Megan Schuller
The Aug. 26 game between the Joliet Slammers and the
Traverse City Beach Bums will kick off the night, with performances from The
Center band at the start of the game and Joliet Christian rap artist Milton
Calvin near the seventh-inning stretch.
New Lenox studio shares love of art, teaches adults with
disabilities life skills
By Megan Schuller
Whatever differences they may have, they come together as
one team in the workshop, focused and enthusiastic about doing their part.
“To them it’s a job,” Program Coordinator Lindsey Santo said.
Illustration by Matt Coundiff for "Visage." Follow him
at www.facebook.com/artbymattcoundiff
