The Way We Work: Jobs That Are Gone

For Labor Day, Patch looks at how jobs have changed during the last century.

This is a story about jobs that, by and large, simply don’t exist in the United States anymore. Or if they do, are holding on by the fiber-optic thread that will soon extinguish the occupation for good. Some are ancient history, like the iceman who has not cometh since the Eisenhower Administration. And others – including the minimum wage Wal-Mart “greeter” - were here just yesterday. A LESS DISPOSABLE TIME At The Sun newspaper in Baltimore – where many wonder if reporters will eventually go the way of the typewriter (and the skilled folks who repaired them) – there used to be an aged, exceedingly polite elevator operator named Barney Barney. [Yes, his first name and his last name were – inexplicably - the same.] Though extraordinary …

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What's Open on Labor Day in Evanston?

The Civic Center, the Evanston Public Library and all city of Evanston community centers will be closed Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. Beaches are open for the last day of swimming this year.

On Labor Day, several city buildings will be closed, while many businesses remain open. The city also will not collect refuse, recycling or yard waste on Monday; all collections will take place on day later in the week. Closed: Open: If you know of a business or community center that will be open or closed, please add it in the comments. 

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What To Do On Labor Day Weekend in Evanston

Getting ready for the long weekend? Patch has rounded up a list of events and activities in the area, including International Bacon Day, the end of beach season in Evanston and lots of live music.

Labor Day means cool weather is on its way and school will soon be in session. The long weekend is also a good time to celebrate the last gasp of summer. Here's a list of events in Evanston and around the north suburbs to help you plan your holiday.   IN EVANSTON International Bacon Day at Wiener and Still Champion If just the mention of bacon has you salivating, head over to Wiener and Still Champion for International Bacon Day Saturday, Sept. 1. Country fried bacon, bacon dogs, BLT dipping sauce, burgers filled with bacon and more are on the menu. Monday is the Last Day to Hit the Beach Take advantage of the warm weather forecasters are predicting and visit the beach. Monday marks the end of the swimming season at Evanston beaches. Free …

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Weather By Request

Weekend Weather Forecast: What's in the North Shore Clouds?

Always had a hunch for the weather and think you can feel it in your bones? Then check your stats with the North Shore's own meteorologist.

Weekend Weather Planner for the North Shore A few waves of showers and t-storms are likely on Saturday before a strong front with heavy downpours possible. Better weather is expected during the second half of the holiday weekend with a significant cooling trend likely. Earlier: Predicting Mother Nature's Whims Block By Block Saturday: Mostly cloudy with a 60 percent chance of occasional waves of showers and t-storms 12 a.m. to 9 a.m. and again from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.       Rain Amounts: 0.35 to 0.75 inches       Low temp: 73 degrees Fahrenheit       High temp: 83 degrees Fahrenheit       Wind: Southwest at 10-20 mph, shifting northwest by 7 p.m. with gusts to 25 mph Sunday: Mostly cloudy through mid morning with a 30 percent chance of a few…

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City Hall, Library Closed for Labor Day

Fire up the grill and relegate your white pants to the back of the closet -- Monday is Labor Day.

All government offices will be closed on Sept. 6 in observance of Labor Day. Public libraries will be closed Sunday and Monday (Sept. 5-6). No refuse, recycling or yard waste will be collected Monday; all collections will occur one day later this week. Check out Evanston Patch's events calendar for local Labor Day activities.

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