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"Mom, I'm bored." It's hard to believe that such words could be uttered this time of year, with the frenzy of activity around the holidays. But once school lets out tomorrow and kids have a few days at home, they just might be looking for something to do. We've compiled a handful of suggestions below that extend into the new year. The first three are holiday-related, with the final one for those who have had their fill of holiday fun. O Tannenbaum Christmas Around the World...
Hinsdale police distributed the following reports Dec. 17. DUI arrests • A 25-year-old Addison woman was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, transportation of open alcohol by driver, failure to reduce speed to avoid accident, operating an uninsured vehicle and failure to report an accident to police by driver following a single-vehicle crash at 10:45 p.m. Dec. 4 at Ogden Avenue and York Road. After refusing testing to determine blood-alcohol content, the suspect was charged and released to appear in court. ...
Cloudy is a spirited 12-year-old who knows exactly what she wants, a home where she can be the center of attention. Full of life and sass, she'll keep her owners on their toes with her bold personality and reward them with endless companionship. While she'd prefer to be a one-and-only, she promises to fill the home with love, laughter and just the right amount of cat-titude. To meet her or for more information, stop by the Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue &...
In today's world, teens and pre-teens need to be "smart" consumers of media messages and this calls for the support of their teachers, parents and other trusted adults to help them make sense of what they are hearing and seeing. Media influence on young people may be direct and deliberate, such as advertisements that want them to become familiar with a particular brand. Or media influence may be indirect (though often still deliberate) such as sexualized images and content on...
Oksana Marchuk of Hinsdale passed away peacefully Dec. 15, 2024, with her family by her side. Oksana, nee Holian, 88, was born in 1936 in Nemiriw, Ukraine, where she lived until World War II forced her family to relocate to Mittenwald, Germany. In 1944, her family immigrated to the United States, ultimately settling in Archbold, Ohio. She graduated from Archibold High School in 1954 and attended Kent State University. At a social event in Cleveland she met the love of her...
Willian Neal Moynihan of Hinsdale died Dec. 3, 2024, 91 years to the day after he was born in 1933. Bill served in the U.S. Navy from Dec. 7, 1955, to Dec. 12, 1959. He was a man of great faith, dedicated to his family, a flamboyant entertainer, entrepreneur, patriot, writer and caretaker for all in need. He is survived by his wife, Kathaleen Moynihan, nee Dec; his daughters, Ashley Miller and Susan (Tyler) Riddle; his grandchildren, Jessica, Grace, Abigail, Aaron, Liam,...
Barbara Hopkins, née Sullivan, passed away peacefully Oct. 10, 2024. Barbara was born in Chicago in 1942. As a very young girl she moved with her family to Maywood, where she attended Lincoln School and Proviso East High School. In 1961 Barbara married Brian Hopkins and the couple moved to Hinsdale in 1964, where she raised her four sons. Juggling family and career, she worked for the following banks: the Bank of Hinsdale, the Harris Bank of Hinsdale and the Midwest Bank and T...
Stephanie Julia Kirk, née Pasternak, 77, of Hinsdale, passed away peacefully Dec. 2, 2024. Born in 1947, in Washington, D.C., to Walter and Ercel Pasternak, Stephanie grew up to value education, graduating from Northwestern University in Evanston. An avid reader, enthusiastic sports fan, and passionate gardener, Stephanie's varied interests brought her joy. Her courageous battle with cancer was marked by unwavering strength and a positive spirit. Her family and friends will...
I write about friendship a lot in this space. How it grows, changes, saves us. The many forms it takes - neighbors, families, groups (book club!), even random acquaintances gone rogue into full friendships. Variations in form, size, duration all adding to the richness these relationships bring to our lives. I've also written about how, if we're lucky, friendships find us where we are, and help guide us into the place we're meant to be. How, if we're very lucky, those...
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the town The Hinsdaleans were scurrying, they rushed all around. For last-minute gifts and cards they did sprint, Armed with lists and ideas and maybe some hints. Gateway and Grant squares and downtown they traveled But with each stop, their nerves did unravel. The hustle and bustle had dampened their mood. They were tired and cranky and needed some food. They stopped for some lunch and looked over the list. To finish their...
Milkweed was always a staple in the garden of Susan Nedza Lastres and husband Oswaldo. Like many gardeners, the couple knew the importance of providing a crucial food supply for monarch butterflies and wanted to do something to help the monarchs flourish. It wasn't until the couple met world-renowned National Geographic photographer Chris Rainier that they realized their efforts might not be enough to protect the species. "Many gardeners in Hinsdale have actively planted...
Visitors to Burlington Park were in for a few treats as Hinsdale celebrated Hinsdale for the Holidays Dec. 7. Harper, Brady and Brynlee Ilekis spent some time bouncing in the life-size snow globe set up for pictures. Carolers strolled through the park and horse drawn carriage rides were offered as well as cookie decorating during the event. Santa was even seeing children in his home away from home in the park. Please turn to Page 3 for more pictures. (Jim Slonoff...
A mid-December arctic blast served as a reminder, lest anyone had forgotten, of what Chicago winters typically have in store. So Adam King was quick to enter each store as he toured downtown Hinsdale for the final installment of this year's gift guide. King, a Hinsdale native and 2010 graduate of Hinsdale Central High School, is no foe of the elements, however, as director of sales at his family's King's Landscape Design right here in the village. He relishes breathing new...
Dr. Timothy Frank Fendon, D.O., of Hinsdale, a man of unmatched wit, intelligence and generosity, passed away after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 57 on Dec. 16, 2024. As an emergency room physician, Dr. Tim dedicated his life to helping others, bringing healing and hope to countless people during their most vulnerable moments. His colleagues admired his skill, his compassion and the levity he brought to even the most stressful days. Generosity was th...
Dorothy Marie Flannery (née Johnson), 97, of LaGrange Park passed away peacefully Dec. 13, 2024. She was born in 1927 in Chicago to Frank and Theresa (Daisy) Johnson. A graduate of St. Constance High School in Chicago, Dorothy’s journey with Ed began when they met when she was just 16. Over the next 62 years, Dorothy and Ed raised their family in Park Ridge. She was an active member of Mary Seat of Wisdom Parish, where she volunteered on many committees and served as president of the Council of Catholic Women. Ed and Do...
Rose Theresa (De Santis) Dubiel, formerly of Westmont and Brookfield, passed away peacefully Dec. 15, 2024, at the age of 106, the oldest resident of King-Bruwaert House in Burr Ridge. She was born in 1918 to Vincent and Rose De Santis. She was devoted to her lord and savior Jesus Christ, husband and children but she found the time to work, in her early years, to supplement the family income, study the Bible and exercise daily. She was the matriarch of the family, a prayer leader, world class cook, avid card player and...
Lina R. Collins, nee Lenta, 91, of Hinsdale, died Dec. 9, 2024. She is survived by her children, Karina Collins, Ghislaine Stuart and Heidi (Stephen) Fuchar; her grandchildren, Matthew (Krystal), Timothy (Keeli) and Justin (Megan) Stuart, Lauren Fuchar, Brianna (Jonathon) Rathberger and Joshua (Rachel) Fuchar; her seven great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Lucy Guy, Gina Dinamarca, Hugo Lenta and Sylvia Saavedra. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu...
A $1.1 million federal grant could make the difference in whether historic Sixth Street is paved in asphalt or bricks when the road is reconstructed next year. Prior to a public hearing on a proposed special service area at Tuesday’s board meeting, Village President Tom Cauley said U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, who represents Hinsdale, is championing a grant for the sewer work on Sixth as part of a larger infrastructure bill that Congress is likely to approve before the end of the year. “I’m not sure there’s an appetite for...
Hinsdale Village Board Among other business Tuesday, trustees: • discussed increasing pay rates for seasonal employees by 25 cents to $1 an hour, depending on the position, in order to be competitive and retain staff. Trustees will vote on the increase at their Jan. 21 meeting. • reviewed the list of five properties to be added to the village’s Historically Significant Structures Property List. The properties are 213 S. Clay St., 711 S. Elm St., 211 N. Lincoln St., 8 E. Third St. and 122 E. Third St. The vote will take place...
Pictures from the past - Hinsdale's building services supervisor, Jim Piontkowski, took this photo in 1979. Schoen's was located at 48 S. Washington St. at the time. Today Meredith Jay and My Sister Kate share the space. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it to [email protected]....
The Hinsdale Village Board, Community Consolidated District 181 Board and Hinsdale High School District 86 Board are not scheduled to meet the week of Dec. 23-27....
From Santa to carriage rides. Burlington Park was the setting for Hinsdale for the Holidays earlier this month. The Gouzoulis kids - Sebastian, Thaddeus, Atticus and Gabriella - decorate gingerbread men during the event. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
After months of objecting to Clarendon Hills’ plan to create a tax increment financing agreement along 55th Street, Hinsdale’s two public school districts have reached an agreement with that village. Community Consoli-dated Elementary District 181 Board members Monday approved an intergovernmental agreement with Clarendon Hills that dramatically reduces the amount of tax revenue the district could potentially lose under the TIF. “It’s been a journey,” said Mindy Bradford, assistant superintendent for business and operation...
The Nutcracker’ Dec. 21-22 Hinsdale South Auditorium 7401 Clarendon Hills Road, Darien www.wsballet.org The West Suburban Ballet Conservatory will present this holiday classic. Time: 1 and 4 p.m. Dec. 21, 1 p.m. Dec. 22. Tickets: $40. Holiday Afternoon Tea Dec. 21 & 28 Lucille Restaurant at Drury Lane 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace www.lucillerestaurant.com (630) 530-8300 Enjoy an exquisite afternoon tea around a breathtaking Christmas tree, accompanied by live entertainment playing favorite holiday tunes. Teas also are sla...
When and where are Christmas worship services? Hinsdale faith communities offer a range of opportunities to celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Here are the times and activities offered by the towns' houses of worship, from family-friendly fellowship to candlelight services for people who want to step outside just as the clock strikes Christmas. In addition to the in-person services listed below, many churches also offer online worship options for people's convenience....
