10 Tools You Need to Have in Your Kitchen

The Chopping Block's Owner Shelley Young shares her top 10 tools you must have in your home kitchen. These aren't gadgets, these are tested tools that chefs use to improve their efficiency.

T. Rex Meats The Man from Independence

Fried chicken satisfied robust Presidential appetites. Use a healthier version with modern twist to satisfy yours.

You're Invited to Join Us

We want to meet our neighbors! APCC is hosting a Grand Opening event to celebrate our move to Lincoln Square on Wednesday, February 27th.

"The Emperor's New Threads: A Fashion Statement," Children's Musical Based on Hans Christian Andersen Folktale, Opens Sunday, March 24 at Lifeline Theatre

Lifeline Theatre’s KidSeries presents The Emperor’s New Threads: A Fashion Statement, a children’s musical based on the folktale The Emperor’s New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen.

From Jefferson’s Farm to His Table

Farm-to-Table food is a good old concept made new again.

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ Cocktail Crab Cakes & Tomato Remoulade Recipe ( Video )

A heart healthy crab cake recipe.

Getting the Little Ones to Eat

The Chopping Block's Chef Sara Salzinski gives some tips for parents on how to get your kids to eat different foods, especially healthy ones.

Serve Cheese to Please

FDR was born with a silver spoon but liked finger food best.

Fifth Third Bank Salutes Community Leaders During Black History Month

Secretary of State Jesse White, Linda Johnson-Rice, and Pastor Corey Brooks, to be honored by Fifth Third Bank Chicago with annual Black History Month Community Leader Awards

Heart Smart Food for Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day enjoy sumptuous food that’s good for you too!

Barbara Gilleece/ Party Patter/ Valentine Potion Of Love

Treat your sweetheart to a valentine martini.

Easy Savings are a "T-app" Away

Going grocery shopping this weekend? Try these free and easy couponing apps to save money on groceries!

From Befuddled to Food

Even Presidents like easy food. February and Top-10 US presidents' favorite foods.

"Oh Sexy Valentine" - How to Improve Stamina & Sex Appeal for Valentine's Day

Let's face it, sometimes we don't want to talk about it, but we almost always want to know how to improve our sexiness. Victoria's blog will help your Valentine's be just a little more rosy.

3 Ways to (Unwittingly) Ruin a Good Meal

The Chopping Block guest blogger Karla Krengel Hood shares three ways you can unwittingly ruin a meal. Leave the candles, flowers and perfume away from the table, and ban blue from your kitchen.

Alderman Pawar Visits APCC

To introduce our work, showcase our opportunities and create partnerships, we invited Alderman Ameya Pawar to APCC Tuesday morning, January 29th.

Party Hosting Tips by Barbara Gilleece

Simple tips to make your next party a hit!

In a Rush? Four Healthy Eating Tips for Busy People

The Chopping Block's Dietician Dawn Jackson Blatner shares time saving tips & tricks to eating well even if you are in a hurry.

Why, RECOVERY is One Key To a Healthy You!

The holidays are history. Now, you have no excuse not to get out and work out. Why recovery is a key to a healthier you in 2013.

Barbara Gilleece: Tips on How To Set Up A Buffet Table ( Video )

Simple ideas on how to create an elegant buffet.

Wine Snobbery for the Profoundly Lazy

Intimidated by wine? The Chopping Block's Jordan Posner shares his shortcuts for appearing to be knowledgeable in the field of vino.

Foodie Resolutions for 2013

The Chopping Block's Lindsey Marshall discusses her foodie resolutions for 2013 and shares a great resource for those concerned about GMOs (genetically modified organisms).

K-9 Veterans Day ideas for March 13, 2013

They Served to Save They Deserve to be Remembered.

Tips For Sticking To Your New Year's Resolution!

Have you broken your New Year's resolution already? Stop! Put down the cheesecake! We have help...

Lincoln Square, Meet APCC

In late December, the Albany Park Community Center (APCC) moved its executive offices and City Wide Programming to the Ravenswood Professional Building.

Cast Iron 101

The Chopping Block's Jennifer Rozman shares her new-found love for cast iron cooking and why your kitchen can't be without this cookware any longer.

Three Healthy Resolutions for Food Lovers

The Chopping Block's nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner shares three resolutions that you will want to keep for a healthier you in the new year.

The Coffee Challenge

The Chopping Block's Chef Dionna Israel is on the hunt for the perfect cup of coffee in Chicago and needs your help.

Join The National Effort to Make March 13th of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

Things certainly changed by the time Vietnam, came to be. That is the only war where the dogs were declared “surplus equipment”, and left behind.

Holiday 'Nog

Bailey Phillips of The Chopping Block discusses her love of a favorite holiday beverage, Egg Nog, including an easy recipe you can make at home.

Holly Jolly Christmas Ideas From Barbara Gilleece

Stress free holiday party ideas.

Eggspiration

Chef Carrie Bradley of The Chopping Block shares some inspiration for egg dishes and a recipe for the perfect holiday appetizer: Gougeres.

CN100 Game of the Week Highlights: Gordon Tech vs Seton Academy

Tune in Saturday at Noon and 4:00pm and Monday at 7:00pm as CN100, The Comcast Network, airs the recent matchup between Gordon Tech and Seton Academy. You can also find it with Xfinity onDemand.

CN100 Game of the Week preview: Boys Basketball - Gordon Tech vs. Seton Academy

The Rams and Sting square off on the CN100 Game of the Week.

Blog: What's Your Favorite Lincoln Square Nonprofit?

GreatNonprofits.org released today its first ever list of top-rated charities in Lincoln Square, which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.

Professional Organizer Transforms Author From Stress To Elation In One "Move!"

Professional Organizer Amy Trager makes moving a breeze...

Certificate of Proclamation...Designating March 13 of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

I am asking you to go to your Local, State, and Federal Legislatures and obtain Proclamations from them, Designating March 13 as K-9 Veterans’ Day.

It's A Paws World Is Moving!

It's A Paws World is moving, come see our new space starting Thursday, November 1st.

Military War Dog Memorials

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MWRD, community representatives work to eliminate flooded basements, sanitary sewer overflows into area streams

The MWRD and its community partners are working together to reduce basement back-ups and sanitary sewer overflows.