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July 2008

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There’s Something Fishy Going On Around Here

The tank is so clean you hardly notice it’s there. It’s almost like there’s a bunch of fish just floating around in the air. Then, as you catch a glimpse of the shark and start to dive for cover, your fellow shoppers bust out laughing and fill you in on the Abt Saltwater Aquarium, a 7,500-gallon tank that houses a school’s worth of exotic fish.   “The inspiration for our aquarium came…

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Events

A “Hole-In-One” For Autistic Kids

Earlier this week, the “For Autistic Kids” Foundation held its 7th annual golf benefit at the Glen View Club in Golf, Illinois. The foundation was established by Ricky and Bob Abt along with the entire Abt family to benefit some of the 1.7 million individuals in the U.S. (including Ricky’s son, Willie) who are autistic. Autism is a lifelong neurological disorder that robs children of cognitive, communication and social skills.  Willie Abt…

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Products

Great Gourmet Grilling Gadgets

All your friends are coming over, and they’re expecting some great summertime food and fun. The pressure is on, so you’d better deliver some top-notch grillin’ gastronomy. Even if the girl of your dreams let you buy the grill of your dreams, now is not the time to be caught without all the extra things you’ll need to make this the best cookout of the summer. The right grill accessories can mean…

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