IVCC students collaborate on canal project

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Lock 16 I&M Canal Visitor Center at 754 First St. in La Salle has been transformed into an art gallery for the next few weeks.

Students in Francie Skoflanc's graphic design classes and Mark Brown's creative writing classes

Brush With Celebrity â Streator native paints 'American Idol' contestants

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Kettman, a Streator native who now lives in La Salle, is proud of his paintings.

His latest work involves a caricature of "American Idol" talent from the 2009 season, which he got autographed during concerts in Milwaukee and

SHOPPING: Crafters wanted for Paw Paw show

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

PAW PAW — The annual Christmas Fest Craft Show, sponsored by the Paw Paw Area Chamber of Commerce, will be Saturday, Dec. 12. Booth space is limited and can be reserved at the community center or Presbyterian church by calling

'Out Stealing Horses' featured at Reddick

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

OTTAWA — Reddick Library's Wednesday Evening Book Group will meet to discuss "Out Stealing Horses" at 7 p.m. Dec. 9. In the Per Petterson book, two boys embark on a joy ride on "borrowed" horses in a trip that changes

COOKING: Nov. 29 deadline for 'Burgers For Babies'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

UTICA — Monday, Feb. 1, has been chosen for Starved Rock Lodge's first-ever "Burgers for Babies" cookoff.

This March of Dimes fundraising event invites anyone who has a recipe for grilled hamburgers to compete at the Lodge for a

Ahmad joins Celeboglu's Streator practice

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Rizwan Ahmad recently joined Dr. Caner Celeboglu's practice in Streator.

Ahmad is board certified in both colon and rectal surgery and general surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American College

Staff psychiatrist Dyers starts at Ottawa Regional Hospital

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ottawa Regional Hospital & Healthcare Center has hired psychiatrist Jim Dyers Jr., D.O.

Dyers has joined Ottawa Regional's Choices Behavioral Health Services, where he will diagnose and treat patients with mental and emotional illnesses and behavior disorders.

Eichelkraut named United Way Volunteer of the Year

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Agency Council of the United Way of Eastern La Salle County has named Sylvia Eichelkraut Volunteer of the Year in health care. Eichelkraut, who was among 29 individuals nominated, was presented with the award at the Outstanding Volunteers of

Free medication review service offered Tuesday at St. Margaretâs Hospital

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

St. Margaret's Hospital, Spring Valley, is hosting a free medication review service from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 24, in the hospital's DeAngelo Resource Room, rooms 104 and 105.

Participants are asked to bring in their

Dessert event signup deadline Nov. 24

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

OTTAWA — The Community House of Arts in Ottawa will present "The Art of Dessert," its second annual fundraising event, form 6:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at Jeremiah Joe Coffee, 807 La Salle St.

Guests can sample

'A Christmas Carol' readings begin Nov. 24

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

PERU — Ed Krolak will offer five readings of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," beginning Tuesday, Nov. 24, in the lower level of Peru Public Library, 1409 11th St. Readings will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the following

Pancakes, sausage at St. Pat's

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

OTTAWA — The gymnasium at St. Patrick's School, 801 W. Jefferson St., will be the site of a pancake and sausage breakfast Sunday, Nov. 22. Sponsored by the school's booster club, the meal will run from 8 a.m. to noon.

Be aware of these pretty plants that poison

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Poisonous plants are among the three most common causes of accidental poisoning of children younger than 5. A child"s natural curiosity attracts him/her to the shiny leaves and bright flowers. If given a chance, children will put plant parts into

Religion News 11-20-09

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AT MARSEILLES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

There will be a family movie night Friday, Nov. 20, at the Fellowship Hall behind Marseilles Church of the Nazarene, 1292 Morris Road. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Bring blankets

'The Blind Side' an eye-opener

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

In "The Blind Side," Leigh Anne Touhy (Sandra Bullock) is a confidently, assertive white, conservative, wealthy, southern belle wife and mother of two children. She resides in a large, beautiful mansion in

'The Blind Side' an eye-opener

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Music important part of Diffie family heritage

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

STREATOR — The Streator Firefighters Local 56 will feature Nashville, Tenn., country entertainer Joe Diffie and Peoria-based singer and songwriter Danny Everhart in its annual country music concert set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Streator Township High

Annual read-aloud program at Peru Mall

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

PERU — Children and their parents are invited to the annual "Snuggle Up With A Good Book" read-aloud event from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Peru Mall. Sponsored by the Starved Rock Reading Council, the event will

'Les Miserables' will be staged at OTHS

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Township High School Theater Department will present the play "Les Miserables," Friday, Nov. 20, and Saturday, Nov. 21. Performances will begin at 7 p.m. in the OTHS auditorium, 211 E. Main St. Tickets — at

Breakfast will help fire, ambulance

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

NEWARK — Newark fire and ambulance departments will host their annual country breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon Sunday, Nov. 22, at the fire station. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, coffee, milk and orange juice will be on the

Gifts On Parade â Festival of Lights toy drive in its 20th year

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Eldon Leemhuis loves seeing the community support for the Ottawa Sunrise Rotary Club's holiday toy and book drive.

"Many years we have filled the float two to three feet high," he said, referring to the gifts donated during the

'Tis The Season â Fests bring to light post-turkey day fun

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Thanksgiving weekend may be more than a week away, but it's never a bad idea to plan ahead for the holiday, and how to burn off some calories in the days to follow. Lights festivals and related events beckon. Here

Events Calendar 11-19

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

FAMILY

Love For Leftovers

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Thanksgiving is steadily approaching.

It is my favorite holiday. My family and friends gather, share what we are thankful for, eat, eat some more, eat after we're full and then have dessert. It's awesome; I wish it wasn't only

CONTESTS: Monthly trivia nights will begin at community center

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

HARDING — The Earlville History Club once again will sponsor monthly trivia nights beginning Saturday, Nov. 21, at Harding Community Center. Sessions will begin at 7 p.m. the following Saturdays: Nov. 21, Dec. 12, Jan. 23, Feb. 27, March 20

Yackley speaks at prevention event

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Author and former Ottawan Sel Yackley is the guest speaker at the 11th annual SPS Awareness Event presented by Suicide Prevention Services.

The Harvest of Hope Brunch and Auction begins with a reception and silent auction at 11:30 a.m.,

Livingston County Health Department schedules H1N1 clinics at schools

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Livingston County Health Department is working with schools to provide free H1N1 influenza vaccines for eligible priority groups, at school sites from 3 to 5 p.m. as follows:

Thursday, Nov. 19, Cornell Grade School.

Woodwind quarter at Mansion

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

LA SALLE — The woodwind quartet Lyric Winds will perform from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Hegeler Carus Mansion, 1307 Seventh St. The quartet is comprised of Sue Gillio, flute; Gene Montgomery, clarinet; Elizabeth Bishop, oboe;

Streator Blood Drive nets 24 pints

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Streator Chapter of the American Red Cross Oct. 15 blood drive had 32 donors collecting 24 pints.

Donors included Joyce Pollett at the 6-gallon mark and Timothy O'Brien at the 2-gallon mark. Other donors included Carrie Folken, Brenda

Illinois Lung Institute now part of OSF Healthcare System

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Representatives of Illinois Lung Institute and OSF Healthcare System signed the final documents officially making the Lung Institue a formal part of the OSF organization effective Nov. 1. William P. Tillis, M.D., chief medical officer of ILI, will continue in

St. Margaret's offers H1N1 flu information resources

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

St. Margaret"s Hospital, Spring Valley, has two new H1N1 resources available to the public. The first is an H1N1 information line people can call to receive pre-recorded H1N1 facts. Information is provided regarding symptoms, treatment, testing and prevention of the

Health & Wellness

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

BLOOD DRIVES

OTTAWA REGIONAL HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE CENTER, 1100 E. Norris Drive, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18. 815-433-5260.

PONTIAC VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, 531 Lincoln Ave., 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25. 815-844-5084

Web conference for family caregivers Nov. 19

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Home Instead Senior Care offices serving Illinois scheduled a free Web conference for family caregivers at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, as part of National Family Caregivers Month.

The Web conference, "The Best Care for Your Parents: Senior

Free chiropractic care offered

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Sean Gibbs, a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate, and Dr. Christa Velos, a Palmer College Cum Laude graduate, of Riverside Chiropractic in Seneca, are offering "A Year of Care" for U.S. veterans returning home from overseas deployment.

MUSIC: Youth Symphony opens season Nov. 22

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Youth Symphony of the Illinois Valley will open its 23rd season with a concert Sunday, Nov. 22.

Conducted by John E. Armstrong and Michael J. Pecherek, the show will begin at 3 p.m. in Matthiessen Auditorium at La

âLunch and learnâ program Tuesday

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Women"s Health Center at Ottawa Regional Hospital & Healthcare Center recently announced the introduction of a complimentary monthly "Lunch and Learn" program.

The first program is noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Women"s Health Center"s workout

Connections Adult Day Center announces joint group meeting

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ottawa Regional Hospital & Healthcare Center's Connections Adult Day Center has announced a special joint meeting of its monthly Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group and the Early Dementia Support Group.

The meeting is at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the

Looking Back

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

1889: Pith from cornstalks is sold to the Streator watch factory to clean watches.
1890: County Commissioner Norton reports the average cost per person per week at the county poor house is about

Rodney Carrington tickets on sale Nov. 21

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

BLOOMINGTON — Rodney Carrington will take the stage on Valentine"s Day weekend in the Theater at U.S. Cellular Coliseum, 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13.

Carrington is a comedian, actor and writer who has recorded six major record label comedy

LIBRARIES: Melikin puppets show Nov. 19

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

LA SALLE — The Melikin Puppets will perform a 6:30 p.m. show titled "Fairy Tale Favorites" Thursday, Nov. 19, at La Salle Public Library, 305 Marquette St.

Founded 42 years ago, the troupe has presented shows at libraries

French country market open 2 days

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

MORRIS — The last French country market of the season will be Friday, Nov. 20, and Saturday, Nov. 21, in a tent on the grounds of the Morris Country Club.

Many of the market's food vendors and artisans

FOOD: Church orders accepted through Nov. 18

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

STREATOR — Orders will be accepted through Wednesday, Nov. 18, for the St. Stephen's Church sale of Thanksgiving baked goods.

Pickups will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 in the school cafeteria for the

The Times Life News

IVCC students collaborate on canal project

Brush With Celebrity â Streator native paints 'American Idol' contestants

SHOPPING: Crafters wanted for Paw Paw show

'Out Stealing Horses' featured at Reddick

COOKING: Nov. 29 deadline for 'Burgers For Babies'

Ahmad joins Celeboglu's Streator practice

Staff psychiatrist Dyers starts at Ottawa Regional Hospital

Eichelkraut named United Way Volunteer of the Year

Free medication review service offered Tuesday at St. Margaretâs Hospital

Dessert event signup deadline Nov. 24

'A Christmas Carol' readings begin Nov. 24

Pancakes, sausage at St. Pat's

Be aware of these pretty plants that poison

Religion News 11-20-09

'The Blind Side' an eye-opener

'The Blind Side' an eye-opener

Music important part of Diffie family heritage

Annual read-aloud program at Peru Mall

'Les Miserables' will be staged at OTHS

Breakfast will help fire, ambulance

Gifts On Parade â Festival of Lights toy drive in its 20th year

'Tis The Season â Fests bring to light post-turkey day fun

Events Calendar 11-19

Love For Leftovers

CONTESTS: Monthly trivia nights will begin at community center

Yackley speaks at prevention event

Livingston County Health Department schedules H1N1 clinics at schools

Woodwind quarter at Mansion

Streator Blood Drive nets 24 pints

Illinois Lung Institute now part of OSF Healthcare System

St. Margaret's offers H1N1 flu information resources

Health & Wellness

Web conference for family caregivers Nov. 19

Free chiropractic care offered

MUSIC: Youth Symphony opens season Nov. 22

âLunch and learnâ program Tuesday

Connections Adult Day Center announces joint group meeting

Looking Back

Rodney Carrington tickets on sale Nov. 21

LIBRARIES: Melikin puppets show Nov. 19

French country market open 2 days

FOOD: Church orders accepted through Nov. 18

Brush With Celebrity â Streator native paints 'American Idol' contestants

Free medication review service offered Tuesday at St. Margaretâs Hospital

Gifts On Parade â Festival of Lights toy drive in its 20th year

'Tis The Season â Fests bring to light post-turkey day fun

âLunch and learnâ program Tuesday