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Bitter Cold Creates Hazards For Pets: Safety Tips for Pet Owners

With bitterly cold temperatures and heavy snowfall in the forecast this week, pet owners must take extra steps to protect their furry friends. The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control has issued winter safety reminders to prevent weather-related injuries and keep pets healthy.

Get Pets Inside

All pets should be brought indoors during extreme cold, regardless of their normal outdoor access. Provide a warm, indoor shelter even for pets used to being outside. Prolonged exposure to subzero temperatures can be life-threatening.

Protect Paws

Frigid temperatures and ice-melting salt on sidewalks can damage paw pads. Booties provide the best protection but if unworn, wash paws with warm water after outdoor walks. Keep walks brief - no more than 10 minutes in bitter cold.

Watch for Frostbite

Exposed noses, ears, tails and other extremities are vulnerable to frostbite. If you notice frostbitten skin, contact your veterinarian immediately. Provide ample shelter and limit time outside.

Prevent Wandering

Heavy snowfall masks familiar scents that help pets navigate. Keep dogs leashed on winter walks and ensure collars and microchips are current so lost pets can be easily reunited with owners.

Light Up the Night

Shorter daylight hours mean more nighttime walks. Use reflective gear and leashes and keep pets close while walking along roadways.

Secure Toxins

Antifreeze tastes sweet but is lethal even in tiny ingested amounts. Keep antifreeze bottles sealed and out of paw's reach. Clean spills immediately to prevent accidental poisoning.

Power Outages

Winter storms can cause electrical failures. Have emergency kits prepared with a 5-day supply of food, water and vital pet medications.

If you spot pets left unprotected outside for long periods, notify authorities. Though providing proper outdoor shelter is legally required in some areas, it may be inadequate in extreme cold. Community vigilance can save pet lives.

Events & Things To Do For Kids & Family

Cross Country Skiing - For ungroomed cross country skiing trails locally visit Skokie Lagoons. Located at Willow Road and Linder Avenue in New Trier Township *Note groomed trails are easier for younger kids and beginners.

Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding without leaving the state. Chestnut Mountain Resort in Galena, is just under a 3 hour drive from New Trier Township. Chestnut has runs ranging from bunny hill to black diamond over its 475-foot vertical drop. The 19 runs cover 3,500 feet of skiable terrain. Check conditions online for up-to-date info on hours, snow, temperatures and open trails.

Cascade Mountain in Portage, Wisconsin is a 2.5 hour drive from New Trier Township. Cascade has runs for all skill levels - from bunny slopes to black diamond runs - plus a terrain park. There is even night skiing on lit trails and a tubing hill. Weather-permitting, Cascade is open 10am-8pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-10pm Friday-Saturday, and 9am-8pm Sundays. Ski, snowboard, and tube rentals are available.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park- Just Opened! Hours 9am - 9pm Everyday

Wilmette Bowl Come and experience their lively and energizing atmosphere. A fun place for gatherings for kids of all ages! Real Wood Lanes & Delicious Thin Crust Pizza

Cheers for Spheres at the Kohl Children’s Museum - Glenview Now thru Jan 28

Classes for Kindergarten through Adults! Winter Classes at The Laughing Academy in Glenview- Now - February 24 Join us in studio for games, improv, scene work, and tons more! Pro-rated classes. We also promise lots of laughs!

Winter Scavenger Hunt: The Great Snowflake Search Wilmette Historical Museum Now - thru Feb 15, 2024

Georgia Garvey Book Reading at The Book Stall in Winnetka Thursday, January 18 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - Teens can hear from Georgia Garvey, a former Chicago Tribune editor when she comes to do reading from her new book, Everything's Going to Be Ok (Until It's Not). Event cost: Free

Winterfest at the Glenview Community Ice Center January 20 Celebrate All Things Winter!

Events For Adults

Cine’Club Join a group of 12 to 15 online for a discussion in French of a French film with English subtitles. 1:30 -3:30 p.m. Every 2nd Thursday of the month until April 10, 2024 .

Game On! Board Gaming for Adults. Drop-in. Meets monthly on the Third Tuesday of Every month. Glenview Public Library

Evanston Made Members Group Show: Photography & Mixed Media - Now - January 31, 2024 . Gallery OTR, 2040 Brown Ave Evanston-Gallery Hours: Thursdays 3-6p, Fridays 3-6pm, Sat & Sun 12-3pm

Wednesday & Thursday Drop-in Pickleball - Winnetka Community House - Wednesdays: January 17 - March 20 from 8-10:30 am Thursdays: January 18 - March 21 from 11:15 am-1:15 pm  Drop-in fee is $8

Sit & Knit Program Thursday, January 18, 25, Feb 1 2:30 - 3:30 pm Northfield Library Community Room. Come hang out with fellow knitters in the Northfield Community Room. All levels of experience are welcome. Basic supplies will be available, and a library staff member will be available to help beginners.1785 Orchard Lane Northfield 847-446-5990

Best of Books Thursday, January 11, 6:30pm to 7:30pm The Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District has partnered The Book Stall to host an exciting event celebrating the best books of 2023 Thursday, January 11, 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Winter Performance Sailing Series 1: Starts & Speed  January 16, 6:00 pm- Sheridan Shores Sailing Club - Wilmette The Laughing Academy Presents Anthony Bonazzo Friday, January 19 8:00 pm - Skokie Theater

Intro to Energy Healing With Animals Monday, January 22- 7:00 - 8:30 pm Cost FREE Start the healing process with your animals using energy healing to help build or strengthen the human-animal connection. Infinity Foundation - Highland Park

Basic Money Management For All Workshop Tuesday, January 23, Join YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s financial literacy program designed to strengthen your money management skills by providing tools to help with budgeting, credit and debt issues. Class is virtual and free to join.

Executive Director, Tracy McKeithen of Family Promise will share info on their mission to help families with young children in homeless situations at the Rotary Club of Wilmette. Wednesday. January 24 - Two times 7:30am & 12:00 pm - Meeting place for the 7:30 am meeting is the Sheridan Shores Yacht Club. The Noon meeting is the Wilmette Golf Club. 3900 Fairway Drive, Wilmette.

Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Bed Saturday, January 27 at 10:30 am for a special story time that's fun for the whole family! Journalist and poet Rick Telander is signing and sharing his new book. This book is a gift to all children, that will amuse, intrigue, and above all, soothe any child before sleep. While this book is perfect for kids ages 3 to 6, children of all ages (and even adults!) will delight in the poetry and illustrations. Book Stall 811 Elm Street Winnetka

Up Next At The Hall Presents REAL PRETENDERS live Music at Kenilworth Assembly Hall on Friday, February 2nd at 7:30pm

The Rich and Romantic History of Valentines Sunday February 4, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Part exhibit, part historical talk, part workshop, join Ellie as she celebrates her very favorite holiday! Northfield Library 1785 Orchard Ln 847- 446-5990

IN LIBRARY Bring Your Own Craft - Meets Monthly next session is Friday, February 9, 1-3pm Glencoe Public Library. Calling all crafters! BYOC is our new monthly meet-and-make series for adults in the Johnson Room. Drop by with your own knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, hand-sewing, or other portable project and socialize with other creatives in the community. All levels of experience are welcome. Residents and non-residents invited. Register to receive a text or email reminder prior to the program; walk-ins welcome!

Titanic The Exhibition Starts Friday, February 16, The visit will take around 1 hour - Location: Westfield Old Orchard, Skokie All ages are welcome! Children under 4 enter free of charge Price: Adult tickets starting at $29.50

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Melody Spa A Tranquil Oasis In Downtown Wilmette Welcomes you To Experience Their Signature Hot Stone Massage

Owner, Kathy Liu, will greet you with warm hospitality at her welcoming spa, melt your aches and pains away this Winter Season with a Relaxing Massage by Skilled Therapists.

Escape to Melody Spa In Downtown Wilmette - Book a Stress Relieving Reflexology Treatment or Therapeutic Massage. Hot Stones & Gift Certificates Available (847) 906-4484 💆🏻‍♀️

1109 Central Avenue Mon-Sat 10 - 9 p.m. Sun 11-8 p.m.

Glencoe Approves 3-Year Public Safety Contract with Annual Raises

The Village of Glencoe has signed a new 3-year contract with its public safety officers. Key details of the contract include:

- 4.25% salary increase on January 1, 2024

- 4% salary increase on January 1, 2025

- 3.75% salary increase on January 1, 2026

- 2024 base salary range for public safety officers is $85,187.86 to $125,373.85

The contract provides public safety officers with annual pay raises over the next 3 years. This ensures competitive compensation for the village's public safety personnel through 2026.

Iceman Cometh: Chicago's "Great Lake Jumper" Takes Polar Plunge Despite 10 Below Zero Temps

Dan O'Conor has jumped into Lake Michigan every day for over 3 years, continuing his streak even amid dangerously frigid temps dipping to 10 below zero. Braving negative wind chills and 36-degree waters, the artist and clothing company owner takes a "meditative" plunge he says brings him peace of mind. He has become a local celebrity for the jumps, drawing crowds, having bands play, and dedicating dives to lost friends and icons. On Sunday, O'Conor again took the dive at Montrose Harbor, with friends joining him in facing the extreme cold. Though experts advise staying indoors, the "Great Lake Jumper" can't be deterred from his daily ritual. Full Story

Two Cicada Broods to Converge in Illinois for First Time in Over 200 Years

This year, two groups of periodical cicadas, Brood XIII and Brood XIX, will emerge simultaneously for the first time in 221 years. The last convergence occurred in 1803. Most of Brood XIX will appear in southern states, while Brood XIII will primarily emerge in a small section of the Midwest, centered in Illinois. The two broods will overlap around the Chicago area.

Gene Kritsky, a professor and cicada expert, will travel to Illinois in early June along with his wife to map out cicada sightings. He notes that periodical cicadas are often found in suburban areas near mature trees and open spaces like parks and cemeteries. After 13 or 17 years underground, they emerge in late spring when soil temperatures reach approximately 65 degrees Fahrenheit.

Once out of the ground, the cicadas shed their exoskeletons, mate, and females lay eggs in tree branches. Each female can lay between 400-600 eggs. After six weeks, the eggs hatch and the new nymphs burrow into the earth to repeat the cycle. The adult cicadas die shortly after reproducing.

While periodical cicadas appear by the millions and make loud noises, they are harmless to people and animals. However, their crushed bodies can make roads slippery for drivers. They can also potentially damage young trees when laying eggs.

In recent years, crowdsourcing apps like Cicada Safari have transformed cicada research by allowing citizen scientists to submit photos for tracking. This has led to new discoveries about early and late emergences that may relate to climate change. The apps have also encouraged public excitement around the intriguing insects.

Federal Agency To Prohibit Funny And Quirky Electronic Highway Signs

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has given states two years to implement changes outlined in its new 1100 page manual, including a rule that bans overhead electronic signs with humorous or quirky messages.

Administration officials said such signs can be misunderstood or distracting to drivers. Signs should be "simple, direct, brief, legible and clear" and only display important information like traffic or weather alerts, according to the agency.

Among the prohibited messages are "Use Yah Blinkah" in Massachusetts and "Don't drive Star Spangled Hammered" in Pennsylvania. For seven years, Arizona has held a contest for the funniest and most creative highway signs, drawing over 3,700 entries last year.

Some local transportation departments have utilized humorous signs to connect with drivers. However, the new federal guidelines aim to standardize messaging across states to focus solely on safety and navigation. The rule change has faced some opposition from states that want flexibility with sign wording.

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Charitable Donations & Shopping

| North Shore Exchange | 1100 Central Ave, Wilmette | www.northshoreexchange.org | DESIGNER SALE HAPPENING NOW AT BOTH LOCATIONS

| North Shore Exchange | 372 Hazel Ave, Glencoe | http://northshoreexchange.org/collections/glencoe-collection |

| YWCA Shop for Good | 1107 Central Ave, Wilmette | www.ywca-ens.org SALE HAPPENING NOW #30% Off Upscale resale boutique. 💯% profits benefit programs at @ywca_ens

| Winnetka Thrift Shop | 992 Green Bay Rd Winnetka, | https://www.winnetkathriftshop.org/ |

| Village Treasure House | 1460 Paddock Drive Northbrook | https://www.villagetreasurehouse.org/

| Wright-Way Rescue's Seniors for Seniors Adoption Program | 5915 Lincoln Avenue Morton Grove | Matches senior pets with senior citizens at reduced rates, helping both find joy and purpose in their golden years. This innovative Illinois program provides senior dogs and cats (aged 6+) loving homes, while seniors (62+) rediscover the cherished bonds of animal companionship. https://wright-wayrescue.org/seniors 

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