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How can parents help kids get ready for school? The items on a child's classroom supply list often aren't the only things they're carrying back to school. Worries and uncertainties, said psychotherapist Sarah Stukas, can add to a student's back-to-school load, whether they're a kindergartner or a student headed to college. Stukas said a little preparation and a few simple tools and tricks can ease the mental load that can come with a new school year. Stukas is a licensed...
Tyler Kellner gets a quick picture of his sons, Thomas and James, with a colorful background of Lamborghinis. The Kellners were among the hundreds of car fans and owners who turned out Sunday for the Burdi Clothing Summer Car Show, dubbed "Functional Art." The crowds that gathered were not disappointed in the array of cars and colors on display in the commuter lot and in front of Burdi's on Hinsdale Avenue. Proud owners answered dozens of questions from the fans and cameras -...
The 11-year-olds on the Hinsdale Little League All-Star team weren't content with just one state title. So the boys, who won the championship last year as 10-year-olds, offered a repeat performance this year, beating Elmhurst 9-0 Aug. 2 to become the best 11U team in the state. "Of the 13 kids that were on our team, 11 were on the team last year," coach John O'Toole said. "They leaned on their experience from 2022 when we won the 8/9/10 division in Illinois." The team...
The number of properties on the village’s Historically Significant Structures Property List is growing, with the third set of homes slated to be approved by the Hinsdale Village Board next week. “After Tuesday, we will have 68 houses approved,” said village planner Bethany Salmon. “I’ve got more coming through. We have four more that are en route officially and I have two more coming through starting in September.” Other homeowners are preparing to apply. “We do have a handful that are not quite in the queue yet that are...
Douglas Ross VanVlymen, 69, of Burr Ridge, died Aug. 1, 2023, five days after his heart stopped suddenly while enjoying a day on Lake Michigan with his family. He was born in Aurora in 1954 to Betty Jean VanVlymen, nee Miedema, and John VanVlymen. A third-generation meat purveyor, Doug grew in experience working for various food companies, but he had a dream to own his own business. With Corrie's support and his brother's help, he unleashed his remarkable work ethic and built...
n Summer Arts Camp Aug. 14-18 The Community House 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale www.thecommunityhouse.org (630) 323-7500 This camp offers an art experience based on three major artistic movements and cultural traditions — Art of Asia, Pop Art and Renaissance. Take one or two sessions to paint, sculpt and complete mixed media projects. Sign up for single days or by the week. Time: 9 a.m. to noon. Cost: $50 a day, $225 a week. RR, MD n Animation Camp Aug. 14-17 The Community House 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale www.thecommunityhouse...
Reno Burdi of Burdi Clothing hosted a very special car show Sunday morning in downtown Hinsdale called "Functional Art." More than 200 cars were on display in the Washington commuter lot. From rare to racing, the cars represented some of the most unique and expensive around the village. The 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (left), which was parked in front of Burdi's store, has a racing history and is only one of 28 of that model produced. Valued at more that $35 million, the car was one...
Little Kitty is a beautiful 4-year-old black cat who was surrendered because her home was too stressful. She needs a laid-back, calm environment to really thrive. She is shy in the shelter but did well in a quiet foster home. She spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. Her adoption fee is $75. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to the public 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to 6 p.m. Wednesdays to Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....
A courtroom can be a daunting place as parties navigate strict rules and rulings in the pursuit of justice. This week more than two dozen teens gained insight into the country's legal process as well as litigation tactics at Hinsdale Central High School's first mock trial camp Aug. 7-9. Led by Central history teacher Chris Freiler, who has coached the school's mock trial team for the last 25 years, the three-day, 12-hour course instructed campers on the proper way to enter...
Robert James Donatelli, 89, of Downers Grove, a former 30-year Hinsdale resident, passed away Aug. 4, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Chicago in 1933 to John and Anna (Gerwatowski) Donatelli. A devoted White Sox Fan, he grew up on the south side of Chicago. Bob worked with his father running the family newspaper stand at Madison and Wabash. Bob was a graduate of St. Thomas Military Academy in Saint Paul, Minn. After graduating, Bob attended Loyola University in...
Leonard H. Serwat, 95, a 27-year Hinsdale resident and U.S. Navy veteran who served in World War II, died Aug. 4, 2023. Len was a well-respected management consultant for 30 years. The majority of his work was with industrial or manufacturing industries in the areas of general management, manufacturing, sales and marketing. Len was the senior director and served as chairman for SpencerStuart & Associates in their Chicago office, where he also managed locations in New York, Bru...
Joseph D. Pellegrino, 92, passed away peacefully at his home in Clarendon Hills on Aug. 7, 2023. Joe was a health and physical education teacher with the Chicago Public Schools. He was an entrepreneur, a musician and the leader of the Stardust Orchestra. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judith A. Pellegrino, nee Dolatowski; his children, Gina (Todd) Skala, Maria (Sal) Rivera, Joseph (Catherine) Pellegrino of Hinsdale and Cristina (Kurt) Kinsey; his 12 grandchildren;...
Eric Paul Biegansky, 53, formerly of Hinsdale, died Aug. 3, 2023, at his home in Jacksonville, Fla., after a long battle with cancer. He was born in 1970 in Rochester, N.Y., to Paul and Marianne (Rinn) Biegansky. The Bieganskys have a proud German heritage and Eric spent many memorable years of his childhood at the Frankfurt International School. He graduated high school from Bloomfield Hills Lahser in 1988 and then became a Wolverine at the University of Michigan. Eric was...
John Kenneth Kloster III, 71, passed away June 26, 2023, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, John K. "Jack" and Maryellyn. He is survived by his partner, Kitty Cayo; his children, John (Kelly) Kloster and Amanda (Will) Campbell; his grandchildren, Cameron, Charlie, Kendall, Willow and Charlotte; his sister, Susan Kloster; and his stepson, Durk Way. He was born in Hinsdale and grew up in Downers Grove, graduating from Downers...
Those back-to-school emails and football season previews are coming fast and furious right about now. But that doesn’t mean we have to rush summer off the stage. Check out these seasonal attractions and activities — both in town and around the Hinsdale area — before the summer bids adieu. Tomorrow, Aug. 11, is the last of the village’s Movies in the Park series with a screening of “Despicable Me” in Robbins Park starting at dusk. Pack blankets and lawn chairs to watch the film under the stars while munching on the free (a...
Lately, no matter where you look, it’s Barbie, Barbie, Barbie. The hugely popular new “Barbie” movie has scores of people writing and speaking a name that is so deeply rooted in the mid-century that you probably can’t think of a single baby named Barbara. Not now, and more than likely, not in the past several decades. That doesn’t matter, though, because the movie has made my name (at least in a diminutive form) and the toy that also bears it wildly relevant again. And that...
HINSDALEANS EARN DEGREES These students from Hinsdale earned their degrees in May commencement ceremonies. • Giorgio Arquilla, bachelor’s in economics, Tufts University • Trey Batachka, bachelor’s in engineering mechanics, University of Wisconsin-Madison • Connor Chisnell, bachelor’s in economics, University of Wisconsin-Madison • Emma Dillard, bachelor’s in political science, graduated with distinction, University of Wisconsin-Madison • Reilly Hayes, bachelor’s of business administration in marketing, University of Wisco...
Hinsdale friends Abby Sun and Maya Ural first bonded through painting. "Our first play date was about art," Abby recounted. Now they are inviting others on a date to invest in their works and a good cause by hosting the Art for Autism art fair from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16 at The Community House (see Page 19 for details). The rising fifth-graders at The Lane School saw an opportunity to put their skills to philanthropic use when they learned of the condition's prevalence...
Hinsdale police released the following reports Aug. 9. DUI arrests • Ruddy Hernandez Vargas, 55, 870 Trace Drive, Buffalo Grove, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with a blood-alcohol content higher than .08 and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident at midnight Aug. 4 in the 800 block of Route 83. Police were dispatched to a property damage crash. Vargas was charged and released to appear in court. • Hagar J. Buster, 43, 64 Fountain Head Drive, Westmont, was arrested for driving und...
One of the shining moments of the village's 150th anniversary celebration will occur Aug. 17 when the village presents "Hinsdale History - Illuminated" at the conclusion of the summer's final Uniquely Thursdays concert. The 20-minute light show, which will illuminate the south side of the Memorial Building, will transport viewers through the past 150 years of Hinsdale history using enhanced audio and visual effects. Historic figures such as Joel Tiffany, the first village...
Community Consolidated Elementary Dist. 181 Board 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14 Hinsdale Middle School 100 S. Garfield Ave. www.d181.org On the draft agenda: full-day kindergarten, summer program and facilities updates; start of year information Hinsdale Economic Development Commission 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16 Memorial Building 19 E. Chicago Ave. www.villageofhinsdale.org Hinsdale High School District 86 Board 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 10 Hinsdale South High School 7401 Clarendon Hills Road, Darien www.hinsdale86...
Hinsdale police are still waiting for results from the Illinois State Police Crime lab before concluding an investigation into a July 17 incident involving a Jeep that accelerated unexpectedly while exiting Fuller’s Car Wash. The lab has a backlog of cases, Hinsdale Police Chief Brian King said Wednesday. “I’m anticipating it will be in this week,” King said. The car hit Sean Richards, a 14-year-old from Hinsdale, who was walking on the sidewalk on Lincoln Street, before crashing into Fontano’s Subs across the street. R...
As a business owner in Hinsdale, Lynette Lovelace was always looking for new ways to provide for the people of Hinsdale - and new ways to attract those people to the village's downtown. Lovelace was at a meeting of the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce when she suggested the idea of a downtown concert series to draw people to the business district. The events would be held on Thursday nights to coincide with the later hours of several downtown merchants. "Everybody looked at me...
Back to school - This photo is from Sandy Williams' book, "Images of America - Hinsdale." "Built by Sherman King about 1853, Fullersburg School was located on the hill between Fullersburg Cemetery and the plank road, where Fuller Road now ends. James Valette of Naperville was the teacher, boarding in Fullersburg during the week and walking the 12 miles home each weekend, Vacated in 1928, the school was destroyed by fire 10 years later."...
Finding the perfect spot to take a summer break - right outside of Every Day's a Sundae on Hinsdale Avenue - this group of boys polished of ice cream in all forms Monday afternoon. Reid Matos, Matthew and Patrick Rogers, Daniel Matos and Peter Rogers kept cool with their cones and shakes. (Jim Slonoff photo)...
