Thursday, November 29, 2012
Does a local Christmas display featuring live reindeer disregard the animals' comfort?
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Thursday, November 29, 2012
Dear Patch, Two adult reindeer are displayed each year in the parking lot of Chalet Nursery as part of their holiday display. The reindeer live in a cramped pen alongside a busy parking lot, at the intersection of Lake Avenue and Skokie Boulevard, subject to a constant barrage of loud noise, car exhaust and people trying to touch them. Chalet claims the reindeer display is in the name of "imparting educational values and information", that the reindeer "delight customers", and are well cared for. Chalet is missing the point that this setting is cruel and distressing to the animals despite the intention or quality of care. Rather than teaching respect for these majestic creatures, Chalet is teaching that it is acceptable to treat them as …
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
The Wilmette garden center celebrated the season with a weekend bash.
Despite the gloomy weather, parents and kids of all ages flocked to Wilmette’s Chalet Nursery Saturday and Sunday for their annual Family Holiday Celebration. The huge space was rich with the smell of the holidays, with customers sipping free apple cider and roasting s’mores over an open fire as they took a break from browsing the huge selection of live Christmas trees, seasonal plants and decorations. “Even though it was wet, we had a lot of people,” said Tony Fulmer, Chalet’s retail manager. “We want the holidays to be fun. It’s important to have things for families to do together.” Earlier: Chalet garden designer named ICN Professional of the Year Kids and their parents crowded into an outdoor tent watching the Chicago-based entertainer…
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Saturday, November 27, 2010
Five events to check out during the post-Thanksgiving.
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Saturday, November 27, 2010
Broke the bank on a Thanksgiving banquet? Patch has some cheap ideas on how to spend your weekend. You can continue the holiday spirit by visiting some real reindeer, or get your teen geared-up for college applications: Family Fun Chalet Nursery features live reindeer, face painting, hot cocoa and s'more making throughout this weekend. Hours of operation are Saturday Nov. 27 from 9am to 6pm, and Sunday Nov. 28 from 10am to 5pm. The event is free. Are your kids going through the college application process or applying for jobs? Former corporate executives and principals of CareerLaunch,Kathy Sherman and Brenda Sussna, are hosting "Keys to a Successful Job Search for College Students and New Grads" on Nov. 27 from 10am to 11am in …
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