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December issue of Radish in stands now!


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Posted Online: Dec. 01, 2012, 11:20 pm
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By Sarah J. Gardner sjgardner@qconline.com
Whether your gift list includes an outdoor enthusiast or a foodie with a taste for local fare, the December issue of Radish magazine is packed with gift ideas sure to delight well beyond the holiday season.

Also in this month's Radish:

– Bite by bite: Festive appetizers for your holiday gatherings.

– All wrapped up: Creative, eco-friendly alternatives to gift wrap.

– On the lookout: Tips for successfully observing wildlife in winter.

– Soy, rice or other? A taste test of diary alternatives for the best chai.

– Faith in motion: Imani! Dancers Ensemble connects the spirit with the dance.

– A better burn: Get cozy with some eco-friendly fireplace alternatives.

– Beyond the banquet: With the right frame of mind, every meal can be a feast.

Radish is a complimentary magazine devoted to living a healthful Midwest lifestyle. It is published by Moline Dispatch Publishing Co. LLC and its parent company, Small Newspaper Group. It is available at many local businesses, including Hy-Vee stores.

For more information, visit radishmagazine.com.



















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1913 -- 100 years ago: Residents of South Rock Island township are circulating a petitionfavoring the annexation of that area to the city of Rock Island.
1938 -- 75 years ago: Mrs. Thomas Ackles, of Rock Island, has been elected president ofthe Playcrafters for the next season. She succeeds Warren Leonard.
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