Pink champagne and pearls was the theme of this year's NIU Bridal Expo and it greeted the brides as soon as they walked through the door. The Duke Ellington Ballroom at the Holmes Student Center was filled with pink beads, balloons, displays, and other...

Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St. in Sycamore, will offer a holiday celebration themed shopping experience Thursday that's aimed to delight. From 5 to 7 p.m., Blumen Gardens will host its second Champagne, Chocolate and Firelight event. Anna Betauw, advertising...