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Just Added...
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 Charlie
Prazma
Words are always difficult following the loss of a close
friend. But when a music-making duo – known locally as “Avalanche” –
recently lost musician Charlie Prazma to a sudden heart attack, the other
half of Avalanche, Dennis O’Brien, lost more than a friend; “close” in this
case included thirty-plus years of sharing a stage and making audiences
smile as they watched the pair perform on untold occasions and at numerous
venues around the Fox Valley and beyond, underscoring the love for singing
and playing guitar the two great talents shared. And a whole lot more…
Dennis graciously agreed to allow
us to share with you the eulogy he presented at Charlie’s funeral. I
think it describes well the reasons why Charlie’s presence – and his music –
will be sorely missed. (1/15)
On Restaurants:
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Restaurant Review:
Francesca's Famiglia Wine Dinner
 Gino
Catalano was the Italian Wine Specialist provided by Kobrands; he
got things going with a brief background of the winery and the wines
which would accompany the dinner. I must admit that, even
considering some Italian heritage, I knew next to nothing about
Italian wines other than the Chianti that I love to have with my
seafood Lasagna. I have always been a fan of French and California
wines. That has now officially changed...Read
more (1/26)
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