Renowned Gastroenterologist Dr. Faris Murad MD Joins Midtown

Midtown Gastroenterology and Liver Disease

Compassion. Innovation. Trust. At Midtown Gastroenterology and Liver Disease we believe in a compassionate approach to medicine where patients receive high-quality care and feel comfortable in a friendly, relaxed setting. Our board certified Doctors provide care for the whole patient, using innovative detection and comprehensive treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and liver disease. We believe that personal care of our patients will help improve their quality of life and get back to living comfortably.

Cook County

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Des Plaines

Illinois

Compassion. Innovation. Trust. At Midtown Gastroenterology and Liver Disease we believe in a compassionate approach to medicine where patients...

Create Community and Communicate Confidently

District 30 Toastmasters

To learn more or find a local club, visit https://www.toastmasters.org/find-a-club or email prm@d30toastmasters.org. Guests are welcome. District 30 Toastmasters is a dynamic professional development community serving individuals and organizations across northern Illinois through a network of local clubs that meet both in person and online. As part of the global Toastmasters International organization, District 30 empowers people to build confidence, strengthen communication, and develop leadership skills in a supportive, hands-on environment. Members don’t just study communication and leadership concepts—they actively practice them through structured meetings, real-time feedback, and leadership opportunities that mirror real-world challenges. From first-time speakers finding their voice to experienced professionals refining their executive presence, District 30 provides a space where growth is both intentional and measurable. Beyond individual development, District 30 fosters strong community connections. Its clubs create opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and relationship-building across communities, industries, and backgrounds. District-wide events, including training sessions, speech contests, and the annual conference, bring members together to exchange ideas, celebrate achievements, and expand their impact. District 30 also strengthens the broader community by equipping individuals with skills that translate directly into the workplace and civic life. Members become more effective leaders, clearer communicators, and more engaged contributors within their organizations and communities. At its core, District 30 Toastmasters is about transformation—helping individuals move from hesitation to confidence, from ideas to action, and from potential to purposeful leadership. Membership is open to adults 18 and older. Youth Leadership programs are periodically offered for those under 18.

Cook

Schaumburg

To learn more or find a local club, visit https://www.toastmasters.org/find-a-club or email prm@d30toastmasters.org. Guests are welcome. District...

Local Same Day Appliance Repair in Park Ridge

Appliance Repair Park Ridge 

We are a leading appliance repair company in the Chicago area, and we are proud to call Park Ridge home. We cover Park Ridge and all the surrounding suburbs. With over 36 years of experience in the appliance repair business, you can rest assured your appliance will be handled with tender love and care. We work on most major brands, and we can get your appliance up and running in no time and for a lot less.

Park Ridge

We are a leading appliance repair company in the Chicago area, and we are proud to call Park Ridge home. We cover Park Ridge and all the...

Children are invited to learn a little history and make a craft at the After School Adventures program "Henri Matisse," Tuesday, November 3, from 3-5 p.m.at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street. French artist Henri Matisse was an influential printmaker and sculptor but is primarily known as a painter. As a leading figure of modern art, he worked with a whimsical and bright color palette. Toward his final years, Matisse was unable to paint and started creating paper cut-outs. One of his most famous pieces is Jazz. Children will create their own Jazz cut-outs at this program, which is designed for children, ages 5-12, with an adult. The fee is $3 per child for non-members, $2 for members.For more information, please call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org. When online, visitors are invited to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and become a member to receive updates, bulletins, and newsletters. The Des Plaines History Center is supported by the City of Des Plaines, the Des Plaines Park District, its members, and other local business and community contributors.

Children are invited to learn a little history and make a craft at the After School Adventures program “Henri Matisse,” Tuesday, November 3, from 3-5 p.m.at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street.

French artist Henri Matisse was an influential printmaker and sculptor but is primarily known as a painter. As a leading figure of modern art, he worked with a whimsical and bright color palette. Toward his final years, Matisse was unable to paint and started creating paper cut-outs. One of his most famous pieces is Jazz. Children will create their own Jazz cut-outs at this program, which is designed for children, ages 5-12, with an adult. The fee is $3 per child for non-members, $2 for members.For more information, please call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org. When online, visitors are invited to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and become a member to receive updates, bulletins, and newsletters.

The Des Plaines History Center is supported by the City of Des Plaines, the Des Plaines Park District, its members, and other local business and community contributors.

After School Adventures, "Henri Matisse," Tuesday, November 3, from 3-5 p.m.at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street.