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Bookies, author to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day

2 days ago | beverlyreview.net | Bill Figel

Some seasoned authors seek idyllic writing scenarios such as a remote lakeside cottage tucked beyond a peaceful valley in Minnesota, far from the maddening crowd. Publishers push their finished products into the market via the web in hopes of finding an audience with their salacious cover art. “Chicago’s grit shapes my characters,” said Beverly author Bob Allen.
Beverly Records Celebrates 2025 Record Store Day Saturday at 8 a.m

2 weeks ago | patch.com | Bill Figel

Stress management solutions fill the shelves of pharmacies. Medical experts’ list the obvious to relieve stress - exercise, sleep, yoga, nature walks, etc. Spending time in a record store is arguably as great a remedy for “what’s buggin’ ya” as anything and the return is the gift of music, which keeps on giving. Find out what's happening in Beverly-MtGreenwoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Acclaimed author visits Leo HS

3 weeks ago | beverlyreview.net | Bill Figel

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jonathan Eig has been a good friend to Leo High School for many years. That friendship dates back to his first wide acclaim for his book, “Ali: A Life,” as well as deeply researched and detailed biographies on Al Capone, Jackie Robinson and Lou Gehrig.
B*U*B* Café Celebrates Women's History Month in Blue Island Sun Mar 30

1 month ago | patch.com | Bill Figel

B*U*B* Café in Blue Island will celebrate Women’s History Month 2025 with “Local Ladies of Legend” – an exchange of ideas faire honoring women of leadership who stand strong in their paths for others to follow.
B*U*B* Cafe Celebrates Women's History Month in Blue Island Sun Mar 30

1 month ago | patch.com | Bill Figel

B*U*B* Café in Blue Island will celebrate Women’s History Month 2025 with “Local Ladies of Legend” – an exchange of ideas faire honoring women of leadership who stand strong in their paths for others to follow.
Local Author Book Signing Tour Continues Tuesday @ Blue Island Beer Co

1 month ago | patch.com | Bill Figel

Beverly's Bob Allen -- author of “The Backdoor to Heaven” -- has been busy lining up book signings locally and on the road connecting with old friends and making new acquaintances.
Local Author Bob Allen is signing books at B*U*B Café in Blue Island

2 months ago | patch.com | Bill Figel

Beverly author Bob Allen’s busy life as a writer keeps getting busier, and that’s a good thing.
Local author sets book signings

2 months ago | beverlyreview.net | Bill Figel

Beverly author Bob Allen’s busy life as a writer keeps getting busier, and that’s a good thing. The author of “The Backdoor to Heaven,” Allen has lined up upcoming book signings locally and on the road, and his new work is now in stock at Bookies, 10324 S. Western Ave., triggering “a very proud moment.”Bookies is offering a 10-percent discount on “The Back Door to Heaven,” and it is available online through Feb. 28 by using promo code Allen10 at bookiesbookstores.com. On Tuesday, Feb.
Nourish With Nora Egan A Home-Grown Recipe for Success in Health

2 months ago | patch.com | Bill Figel

Nora Egan has never been healthier in her young life - she of sound mind, body, spirit and soul. So the Beverly/Morgan Park native was thrilled when the Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) asked her to participate in the Community Health Expo on Saturday, February 8th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Ridge Park, 9625 S. Longwood Drive in Chicago.
Film "Land of Locks" - Welcome Home to Lockport Enjoys YouTube Release

Jan 24, 2025 | patch.com | Bill Figel

Following last week’s successful premiere of Lemon Town Films, “Land of Locks” – Welcome Home to Lockport, filmmaker Michael Fanter announces the film launch to the public Saturday, January 25, 2025 on YouTube 8 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT). The ROXY Theatre Lockport, known to locals as ROXY Lockport, screened the film last Saturday to a robust response, followed by sweeping approval in a social media survey conducted since the film’s first viewing.