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By Richard S. Kordesh The needed rains arrived this week. Now the moisture in our beds rests deep enough to ensure that the seeds about to fall into them will enjoy the wet dirt they...

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The Greeks call it "Plateia," a town square where people can gather and exchange ideas, and it's that concept of a peaceful public space that's become the goal for renovations outside the...

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I'm not asking for much, maybe a few tomatoes and some herbs.  But it's clear that I need some help, because I know close to nothing about growing plants. So I'm relieved to see Gree...

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We're excited. You're excited. Let's get right to it.  First, the Oak Park Farmers' Market opens at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 19 in the parking lot of Pilgrim Congregational Church, 460 L...

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Looking to learn more about the availability of seasonal, local food in and around Oak Park?  Good. You're invited to the second Food Forum, hosted by Seven Generations Ahead, the Oa...

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Two summers after shutting down the Austin community's only Farmers Market, the city of Chicago will open four outdoor weekend markets there, Austin Talks reports. "In addition to se...

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May 19 is the kick-off for the 37th season of the Oak Park Farmers' Market. It also marks the debut of new market manager Jessica Rinks. A 32-year-old part-time urban planner, Rinks,...