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Places from the past - Hinsdale's building services supervisor, Jim Piontkowski, a Hinsdale Central graduate, moved to Hinsdale in 1971 and spent many years here in his youth. Having spent more than 40 years with the village, there isn't a lot about Hinsdale he doesn't know or hasn't photographed. This photo from 1979 is of Fours Seasons at 10 E. First St., current home of Expression Gallery of Fine Art. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to...
The Hinsdale Historical Society hosted the 'Deer in the 'Dale' event last month at Immanuel Hall. With reindeer on the scene for a perfect Christmas photo backdrop and plenty of games for children to enjoy, the event was a big hit for those who attended. Inside Immanuel Hall there were treats for the kids and adults as well as the screening of the classic "Rudolph" from 1964. Jack and Sam Munoz had plenty of questions for Jilane Truax of Aurora Acres about Santa's reindeer,...
How can you dress up holiday drinks? Gatherings of friends and family are made extra special this time of year with the help of festive decorations, holiday attire and decadent dishes. For those whose gatherings also include cocktails, local mixologist Michael Bergeron said a cocktail can go from everyday to extra with just a few simple changes. Bergeron is the expert behind the bar at Hinsdale's Que Miso, a new addition to Washington Street that combines the flavors of...
We hear about the benefits of including whole foods, plant-based foods, plant-based protein and “good carbs” in our daily meals, but it may not be the easiest thing to do. When trying to build a better plate of food and a healthier lifestyle for 2024, sorting through all the options requires patience, persistence and a few helpful tips. A colorful plate of food looks a little bit like a rainbow. And all those colorful foods can lead to maximum nutrition. With a bit of planning, the courage to try new foods and balancing hea...
Vincent Anthony Sackett, 78, passed away Dec. 7, 2023, of cancer at his home in Oak Brook. Vincent grew up in Berwyn with cherished childhood summers in Boston. He met his future wife, Barbara, at DePaul University and continued his eduction to earn a medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He practiced psychiatry for more than 50 years, attending Harvard School of Public Health approximately mid-career to obtain his master's in health...
Deborah L. Obiala, nee Schmidt, 76, of Hinsdale passed away Dec. 4, 2023, surrounded by family. Debbie was born in 1947 in Chicago and grew up in the Beverly neighborhood, attending Kellogg Elementary and Morgan Park High School. At age 20, Debbie married the love of her life, Dan, and the two settled their family in southeast Hinsdale in 1973. Debbie and Dan's 53-year marriage was one of love and faith, happiness and pride. Debbie built an impressive 45-year real estate...
Nancy Gorski, nee Glusack, 91, a longtime Clarendon Hills resident, passed away peacefully Dec. 9, 2023, at St. Patrick’s Residence in Naperville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edward Gorski. She is survived by her children, Dr. Gregory (Vivien) Gorski and Loren (Jane) Gorski; her grandchildren, Laura (Dominick) Clarizio, Ashley (Jason) McArdle and Kevin Gorski; her great-grandchildren, Julie Ann, John, Luke and Michael Clarizio; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Visitation is f...
Carol Lee Cikanek, nee Kersten, 72, a longtime Hinsdale resident, passed away unexpectedly Dec. 7, 2023. Carol Lee was born in Chicago in 1950. She grew up in Berwyn and graduated from nearby Nazareth Academy. Carol met her husband George at 15. They went for a motorcycle ride and have been inseparable since. In 1974, Carol and George bought a house in Hinsdale, where she would discover her life's passion - being a mom. With gentle kindness and boundless energy, she devoted...
Patricia Frances Chase, nee Dunn, 91, of Placida, Fla., and Oak Brook, died Dec. 9, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dana Chase Jr. She is survived by her children, Deidre (Brian) Clingen, Dana Chase, Susan (Tim) Korin and David (Sarah) Chase of Hinsdale; her grandchildren, Brittany, Amanda, Shelby, Paige, Parker, Gillian, Teddy and Tommy; and her five great-grandchildren. Visitation is at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, at Notre Dame Church, 64 Norfolk Ave.,...
My sentimentality tends to spike during the holidays when I take comfort in Christmas music from Nat King Cole, Johnny Mathis, Bing Crosby and the Ray Conniff Singers (anyone?). I bore my children with stories about some of the tree ornaments that belonged to my great-grandparents. I find time for my favorite holiday movie classics. I’m particularly fond of Charles Dickens’ timeless story, “A Christmas Carol.” Dickens’ inspiration was born out of the socio-economic state of...
The time to make a special contribution in support of Hinsdale’s enduring story is quickly running out. In commemoration of the village’s 150th anniversary, officials launched the Memorial Building Historic Plaza & Railing Campaign. Funds collected will go toward restoring the original Chippendale roof railing on the nearly 100-year-old village landmark as well as renewing the outdoor gathering space adorning Hinsdale’s “front lawn” on the south side of the structure. The iconic and treasured symbol of Hinsdale owes its exist...
Have you seen the ads for the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro phones from Google? With a feature called “Best Take,” you take multiple shots of a group and then combine everyone’s best look in one photo. Magic Editor — using generative AI, whatever that is — lets you reposition and resize subjects. Audio Magic Eraser lets you erase the sounds of the barking dog or background surf from your videos. I’m amazed by this technology, and I can think of many of my own photos that would have benefited from Best Take. I can’t help...
Christmas Eve was always a lively time in the Peckenpaugh household in Hinsdale. In addition to Doug Peckenpaugh and his five older siblings, the holiday banquet grew substantially, Peckenpaugh said, due to his mother's boundless spirit of hospitality. "My mom was one of these people who would open up her home to any family who could come," he said. "She would run a big buffet and we'd have 20, 30 people coming through." By 10 p.m. the gathering would disperse, leaving the fam...
Three coaches have agreed to lead the Hinsdale Central girls basketball program following the resignation of varsity head coach Erin Navolio and two assistant coaches Dec. 4. Ryan Sasis will serve as the interim varsity head coach, athletic director Mike Jezioro announced in an email to the community. Sasis has coached basketball at all levels at locations including Marian Catholic High School. He also has served as an Amateur Athletic Union coach in the off-season. Brad Warble will serve as the interim varsity assistant...
Hinsdale police distributed the following reports Dec. 13. DUI arrest Brad L. Lukasik, 40, 4031 N. Park St., Westmont, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with a blood-alcohol content higher than .08, improper lane use and driving with unsafe tires at 11:45 p.m. Dec. 10 in the 100 block of East Ogden Avenue. He was charged and released to appear in court. Car stolen during test drive During a test drive, the prospective buyer asked the owner to exit the vehicle in the parking lot of Chase Bank,...
Nancy Keenan’s last name was spelled incorrectly twice in a story on her retirement from The Courtyard in the Dec. 7 issue....
Several Sixth Street residents said if the village truly is committed to historic preservation, plans to repave their brick street with asphalt should be abandoned. “These plans as presented are a huge disappointment and frankly unacceptable to most of us on the blocks,” said former village trustee and 144 E. Sixth St. resident Bill Haarlow at Tuesday’s Hinsdale Village Board meeting. Haarlow detailed village efforts to encourage homeowners to preserve historic homes in the v...
Richard Eck recalled his teenage stint in the movie business, in a manner of speaking. He worked the concessions counter at his hometown Hinsdale Theater during his youth in the 1970s. It was a relatively low-stress job, Eck said, until the theater scored a first-run screening of a John Belushi comedy the summer of 1978. "They didn't have too many first runs. The one they did have was 'Animal House,' and the theater was an animal house," related Eck, who was suddenly thrust...
Community Consolidated Elementary Dist. 181 Board 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18 Hinsdale Middle School, 100 S. Garfield Ave. www.d181.org On the draft agenda: tax levy adoption, kindergarten construction bond issue, full-day kindergarten bid update, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, IAR results, summer project and social studies pilot updates Hinsdale High School District 86 Board 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21 Hinsdale South High School 7401 Clarendon Hills Road, Darien www.hinsdale86.org/board-of-education/board-meetings Hinsdale...
Honey Boy is an amazing senior dog who finds himself without a home during the holidays. This 10-year-old mixed breed is a gentle giant at 85 pounds. All he wants for the holidays is to find a warm and loving home where he can curl up with a new family. Honey Boy is fully vaccinated, neutered and microchipped. Approved for children 10 and older, his adoption fee is $150. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to the public 2 to 8 p.m....
Brian and Kristine Richards of Hinsdale filed a lawsuit Wednesday in Cook County Circuit Court in connection to the July death of their 14-year-old son, Sean. The suit, filed by Clifford Law Offices, names the entities who own and manage Fuller’s Car Wash and other employees, including the 16-year-old who drove the Jeep that hit and killed Sean. The Hinsdalean has not named the driver because he is a minor. Sean was walking on the sidewalk on the west side of Lincoln Street wh...
Many parents have experienced the agony of defeat with their young children on their first visits to Santa. As did John and Kaelin Melbourne when Millie decided to opt out of Santa's lap and straight into her mom's arms. And, as is the case with most children, the tears turned off quickly. Santa stopped by Hinsdale Park and Recreation Department's Winter Wonderland at KLM last weekend. (Jim Slonoff photo)...
Christmas Classics Dec. 15 Union Church of Hinsdale 137 S. Garfield Ave. www.eventcreate.com/e/christmasclassics2023 Join the Ostrega Uhl Project in its Christmas festival performance of its second season. The concert will open with traditional favorites, starting with a unique arrangement of “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” for violin, harp and piano, featuring guest harpist Nichole Young. Enjoy music from Christmases long, long ago to beautiful themes and melodies from favorite Christmas and holiday themed movies of today, culmina...
Christmas Eve was always a lively time in the Peckenpaugh household in Hinsdale. In addition to Doug Peckenpaugh and his five older siblings, the holiday banquet grew substantially, Peckenpaugh said, due to his mother's boundless spirit of hospitality. "My mom was one of these people who would open up her home to any family who could come," he said. "She would run a big buffet and we'd have 20, 30 people coming through." By 10 p.m. the gathering would disperse, leaving the fam...
This weekend, Hinsdale Central wrestlers will compete with 24 other teams in the 57th annual Whitlatch Invite, one of the toughest tournaments in the state. The event is named after legendary Central wrestling coach Rex Whitlatch, who passed away in 2021 at age 84. Whitlatch, who a two-time state champion in high school, was the Red Devils’ head wrestling coach from 1964-81 and assistant coach from 1986 until he retired in 1992. For a November 2021 story on Whitlatch, his w...
