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Stewart Mohr Mather of Hinsdale passed away Nov. 15, 2020, after a valiant battle with cholangiocarcinoma. He was born in 1978 in Hinsdale. Stewart’s strong faith, family, and sense of humor anchored him through this turbulent storm and ultimately gave him peace as he was called into heaven. Anyone who knew Stewart knew him to have a magnetic personality — drawing people in with his disarming smile, sharp wit and appetite for adventure. He channeled his determined spirit into building his business, traveling the world and...
Shop Hinsdale for the Holidays Ongoing https://villageofhinsdale.org To encourage people to shop locally, a secret Santa will surprise shoppers in Hinsdale stores with a $25 gift card valid at any Hinsdale retailer, spa or restaurant. ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Dec. 11 https://www.broadwayondemand.com/searchs?q=hinsdale%2520central The Hinsdale Central Drama Group presents a virtual streaming production of “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.” The show was filmed in-person at school following all health and safety guid...
It's wonderful day to be an actor - Hinsdale Central students were thrilled to have the chance to perform in a fall show this year. "It's a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play" was filmed in November and will be available to audiences this weekend, with a video performance on Friday and a radio broadcast Saturday. See Page 17 to hear from the director and actors and Page 33 for details on accessing the show. (Jim Slonoff photo)...
"It's a wonderful life" might not be the phrase most would use to describe conditions this December - or even for most of 2020. Earlier this year, Hinsdale Central students were crushed when COVID-19 closed schools less than a month before they were to perform "Seussical." "Obviously it was a blow for the kids," said Chris Kostro, a Central teacher and director. "We had been about three weeks away from performing." Not knowing what the fall semester would bring, Kostro said...
Several years ago I found a reprint of a vintage Betty Crocker cookie cookbook at Yankee Peddler - the very same one my mom had when I was a kid. I later regretted not purchasing it. But then I found my mom's old volume, which is even better. The "Cooky Book," as it's titled, was first published in 1963. My mom was not much of a baker, so we got out the book exactly once a year, at Christmastime. My favorite part of the cookbook then (and now!) is the photos - full-page...
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me — a Hinsdale shopping spree! Yes, yes, we know the song is really about the 12 days between Christmas and epiphany. Forgive us for this slightly corny set-up for a message we present on this page each December: Shop local. This year more than ever Hinsdale merchants need our support. The coronavirus pandemic not only closed many shops in the spring, it has affected business since. And this is the time — the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas — when merchants expec...
Kathy Graham was never a Girl Scout herself. But the Campfire Girls played a big part in the life of this Minnesota native. She became a Bluebird in third grade and worked her way up through the ranks of the organization until senior year of high school, learning lessons and new skills along the way. “I definitely had just a wonderful, fulfilling experience as a young girl. It taught me a lot about the world,” Graham said. Today, she’s dedicated to providing some of those...
Community Consolidated District 181 Among other business at Monday’s meeting, board members: • unanimously adopted a 2020 property tax levy of $67.1 million. Board members plan to abate a portion of residents’ taxes at their Feb. 8 meeting. “Even though we’re adopting tonight, we will be giving money back in February,” said Rick Engstrom, assistant superintendent of business and operations. • listened to a report on the Illinois School Report Cards, which are now posted on the district’s website at https://www.d18...
Fifty-four Hinsdale residents have tested positive for COVID-19 over the past week. The DuPage County Health Department reported 48 new cases and the Cook County Health Department reported six new cases. That brings the total number of reported cases in the village to 827, up from 773 last week. Amita Hinsdale Hospital was treating 23 confirmed COVID-19 patients and one patient awaiting test results on Wednesday, a spokeswoman said. Community Consolidated District 181 reported 16 new cases from Dec. 2-7, including 14...
Hinsdale High School District 86 Board 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 https://d86.hinsdale86.org Hinsdale Zoning Board of Appeals 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 Memorial Building 19 E. Chicago Ave. On the draft agenda: approve final decision on 448 E. Fourth St., pre-hearing and agenda setting on 5500 S. Grant St. (Hinsdale Central High School)...
Andrew Brhel from Stage Door Fine Arts led an acting workshop last month at The Community House. With some students attending in person and others, online Brhel was able to balance both formats of teaching. Emmett Marcex and Madeline Miller listen for directions before preparing a skit. Brhel offers some pointers to Eleanor and Lillian Lucht. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
Plans to add saliva screening for students in Community Consolidated Elementary District 181 have been temporarily put on hold due to new requirements announced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “We are looking to identify asymptomatic individuals,” Superintendent Hector Garcia said during his COVID-19 update at Monday night’s board meeting. “We know we want to use a saliva-based test. We want those results to be in less than 24 hours. We’re looking for a test that would be $20 or less. We were hoping to...
Toy Drive Dec. 10 Hinsdale South High School 7401 Clarendon Hills Road, Darien Hinsdale Central and Hinsdale South students are collaborating on a toy drive to celebrate the memory of Joey Ventimiglia, a brave 7-year-old boy from Darien who lost his battle with cancer two years ago. New, unused and unwrapped toys can be dropped off at in the school’s circle drive entrance foyer. Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The TWS & CTWS Snow Ball Dec. 11 https://www.theatreofwesternsprings.com This virtual fundraising party for the Theatre of Wes...
Eugenia “Genie” Nowak, nee Kowitz, 92, a longtime resident of Hinsdale, passed away Dec. 2, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Walter Nowak; and her daughter, Mary Frances Nowak. She is survived by her children, Catherine Blattner, Martin Nowak and Anne (Russ) LaBarge; her five grandchildren; her four great-grandchildren; her sister, Veronica Cullen; and her dear friend, Frank Hanzlik of Hinsdale. A private graveside service will be held at Bronswood Cemetery in Oak Brook. Memorials may be made online to...
Sheela DeBartolo Kruse, 52, of Western Springs, died unexpectedly Nov. 27, 2020. She was born in 1968 in Oak Lawn. Sheela lit up the room wherever she was and her family and friends adored her. Sheela’s children were the most important thing in her life and they both felt her love daily. She will forever be missed. She is survived by her husband, Scott Kruse; her children, Kiely and Will; her mother, Maryellen DeBartolo; her parents-in-law, Cel and Bill Kruse; her sister, Meg (Steve) DeBartolo Rogers; and her nephews, M...
Joan Ward Chandler, 85, a longtime resident of Hinsdale, died Dec. 5, 2020, following a brief illness at her home at King Bruwaert surrounded by family. “Joanie” was born in 1935 to Maude Morrison Wood and Charles Jacob Wood. She and her sister Susan Wood Larsen (now deceased) grew up in Winnetka. Joan raised her three daughters in Hinsdale. She was the embodiment of love for her family, community, church and many friendship circles. Full of affirmation for life and people, she always sought the good in others. Her positive e...
Frona Marie Fournier, 88, a longtime Hinsdale resident, passed away peacefully Dec. 7, 2020, at Auberge of Naperville. She was born in 1932 in Chicago to Henry and Margaret Mudlaff. Frona was an outstanding mother and grandmother who always put family first. She was a homemaker and mother to eight children. After raising the children, Frona spent 20 years at Lions Clubs International slowly working her way up to manager of the Club Member Awards Department, traveling the world during her career. Frona was a strict yet loving...
A six point snowflake holiday ornament, which now adorns the trees of The Community House Holiday Ball's friends and supporters, has become a symbol of hope and thanksgiving during this pandemic. In lieu of hosting its annual Holiday Ball - the unofficial start of the holiday season for so many in Hinsdale and the largest fundraising event for The Community House - the organization presented steadfast donors and supporters with a surprise gift, acknowledging their commitment...
Rocco is a handsome pointer/boxer mix who is looking for his forever home with kids 5 and older. He's a sweet, 4 1/2-year-old guy whose adoption fee is $250. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is currently closed to the public, but anyone who is interested in adopting a pet can fill out an online application at https://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org and then call (630) 323-5630 for an interview. Temporary adoption hours are noon to 6 p.m....
Rich red poinsettias, stylish wintery tableaus, twinkling trees of varying sizes - both green and flocked - welcome December visitors to Phillip's Flowers & Gifts in downtown Hinsdale. The store has been decking its halls for a half-century of holiday seasons, much to the surprise of Jim Phillip, third-generation partner in the family business. "We opened this shop in 1970, and I just realized that this is our 50th anniversary in Hinsdale," he said. Longevity requires...
The American Legion Post 250 of Hinsdale would like to thank each and every one of the Clarendon Hills Middle School PTO members that took time and effort to send gift cards to all the vets who attend programs at the schools. We all look forward to being at school on Nov. 11, on the 11th day, 11th hour. Thank you. — Jack Orbell, commander, and Charley Hartley, chaplain, American Legion Post 250...
Behind the steering wheel of my 2016 Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid, I've made some of my best memories. From hearing my favorite song on the radio for the first time, to driving to the city to watch the sunrise with my best friend, to going to school with my younger brother, those are the memories that will stick with me. However, when I tell my parents that I'm going to "drive around with friends," they look absolutely mortified. I'm not sure if it's the fact that my driving record...
Barb Johannesen appreciates the convenience - and the safety - of being able to shop for Christmas gifts online. She also enjoyed the opportunity to stop in a few shops in town as she worked on the third installment of The Hinsdalean's gift ideas series. "It was so great to be out and see the world again," she said. Christmas at the Johannesen household is usually a big event, with Barb and husband Jim typically hosting dozens, including their six children, ages 24 to 32, sign...
This old home - According to Sandy Williams' book, "Images of America - Hinsdale," the home at 318 S. Garfield Ave. was built in 1888 for Robert Childs. Childs was a Civil War veteran, school principal and attorney. He represented Hinsdale in the U.S. Congress from 1893-97. 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]....
