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A New Year, a new you — isn’t that how the saying goes? As a high school student, not sure I have lived long enough for any resolutions. This idea of a new me when I haven’t finalized the old me is a bit of a stretch. Why make resolutions for an idealistic version of myself when I could spend more time just celebrating my truths? Teenagers are so stressed these days, chasing an ideal of what could be great. Instead, take stock of what you know is true and embrace what you have...
The top five resolutions for 2025, according to Statista Consumer Insights, are to save money, eat healthier, exercise more, lose weight and spend more time with family and friends. Every year at The Hinsdalean we like to move beyond setting our own resolutions and offer a list for readers, leaders and elected officials in the community to try to improve on what we always hope will be a peaceful and prosperous new year. We’re not sure whether this unsolicited advice will be followed, but like Fred’s Christmas greetings to his...
For many, the days leading up to Christmas involve shopping, decorating and wrapping gifts. For Haley Tuck, that time of year has often been filled with rehearsals, costumes and lots of children. Tuck has been part of Union Church's annual Christmas pageant for as long as she can remember, first as a cast member and more recently as an organizer of the church's long-standing tradition. "I've been every single possible thing," said Tuck, who over the years portrayed various...
Hinsdale High School District 86 Board 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9 Hinsdale Central High School 55th and Grant streets www.hinsdale86.org/board-of-education/board-meetings...
As leaders of Hinsdale’s taxing bodies reflect back on 2024 on Page 5 of our holiday issues (village and library this week, school districts next week), we decided to take a look back at our own pages and share our thoughts on the top stories of 2024. • High-powered electric bikes are banned in the village We selected this story because it’s No. 1 in the most ignored rule in the village. We regularly see kids who are not old enough to drive on bikes that travel nearly as fast as cars and it frightens us every time. • Distric...
This is my final year-end letter to Hinsdale residents as village president. When I became village president in 2009, fixing the village’s finances was a top priority. In 2008, Hinsdale risked a credit rating downgrade when a bond rating agency placed Hinsdale on “Negative Outlook.” Since 2008, Hinsdale has maintained a stable AAA bond rating. Only about 15 percent of Illinois municipalities can make that claim. While keeping the village on a firm financial footing, we have...
A week from today, local high school basketball fans will get what's been on their holiday wish list. The ninth edition of the Hinsdale Central Holiday Classic basketball tournament tips off Thursday, Dec. 26, beginning a four-day hoops fest featuring 16 teams from across the region and some of the area's top prospects. Joe Spagnolo, Red Devils assistant varsity boys basketball coach and HCHC organizer, said he looks forward each December to witnessing the hard work of the...
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...
Downtown Chicago certainly offers a feast for the senses to ignite spirits in the lead up to Christmas. But when it comes to melodic merriment, Hinsdale is the place for a high-quality musical performances without the city crowds and parking hassles. So hark, the concerts take the stage soon and now is the time to make plans for holiday listening delight! Central holiday concert The Hinsdale Central music department presents its holiday concert 7 to 9 p.m. this evening, Dec....
Mary Seaton Martin, 88, passed away peacefully at her Burr Ridge home Dec. 4, 2024. Mary was a 1954 graduate of Hinsdale Township High School (now Hinsdale Central) and of Iowa State University. She lived most of her life in Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills and Burr Ridge. Mary was an avid reader, dog lover and very accomplished at the piano (she could play and sing any college fight song). She was known for her dry wit, unapologetically being herself, her goofy, playful side and a...
HMS GIRLS CLINCH CONFERENCE TITLE The Hinsdale Middle School seventh-grade girls basketball team has clinched the West Suburban Middle School Athletic Conference Championship title. In a thrilling final match against Elmhurst’s Bryan Middle School, the talented young athletes secured a hard-fought 29-26 victory. This impressive win capped off an extraordinary season with a remarkable 14-1 record. “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Coach Kelly Pelak and the entire team for their dedication, hard work, and out...
Gifts for Yanks Dec. 7 Hinsdale American Legion Post 250 will be collecting at various times and locations in Hinsdale and adjacent towns, on corners and in shopping areas. The American Legion state organization started this program 50 years ago. All funds collected are used to buy comfort gifts for veterans in local hospitals and nursing homes. Donations also may be mailed to Post 250 at PO Box 92, Hinsdale, IL 60522-0092. Toy Drive Drive Dec. 7 Burdi 24 W. Hinsdale Ave. Drive your toy and bring a toy to this fifth annual...
Holiday Magic Dec. 5-8, 12-15, 19-22 & 26-31 Brookfield Zoo 8400 31st St. www.brookfieldzoo.org/holidaymagic Visit this light festival featuring more than 2 million twinkling LED lights, giant illuminated animals, a dazzling tunnel show, Santa, captivating walk-through displays, more than 900 trees decorated by local community groups and new immersive displays. Some activities have additional fees. See website for hours and full schedule. Tickets: $20.95 to $34.95 plus parking. Illumination Dec. 5-Jan. 4 Morton Arboretum...
Lynn Weekley, 59, of Chicago, formerly of Oak Brook, passed away Nov. 26, 2024. Lynn attended Hinsdale Central High School and graduated eighth in her class in 1983. She went on to earn her bachelor's degree in business in 1987. Upon graduating college, she started in sales and quickly moved to Chicago. Over a quarter of a century, she handled more than 800 transactions worth more than $350 million. Her accolades ranged from being a top producer for The Chicago Association of...
How do you organize a book drive? Growing up, Violet Eck could often be found ensconced in the pages of a "Fancy Nancy" adventure or a selection from the "I Survived" book series. "Like 'I Survived the Great Depression.' I loved those, they were my favorites when I was little," Eck said. Now as a busy Hinsdale Central senior, Eck lamented the challenge of carving out recreational reading time. But knowing how formative stimulating literature was in her childhood, she wants to...
Hinsdale High School District 86 Among other business Nov. 21, board members: • discussed a proposed intergovernmental agreement with the village of Clarendon Hills regarding the proposed tax increment financing district along 55th Street. The Jewel-Osco and PNC bank are no longer part of the TIF, according to a plan the Clarendon Hills Village Board approved Monday night. The district will have its legal team review the IGA, which provides the district with some TIF revenue, and the board will discuss it again at its Dec. 1...
Hinsdale High School District 86 finally closed the books on the Future Ready Facilities projects voters approved in April 2019. The district spent $167.6 million on a long list of projects at both high schools, almost $27.8 million more than the $139.8 million listed in the referendum. Most of the additional spending — almost $17.9 million — came from premiums on the $138.9 million in tax-exempt municipal bonds the district sold. “Municipal bonds will generally always sell...
The winter sports season is under way at Hinsdale Central High School. The boys and girls wrestling teams faced their first opponents at meets Tuesday. The boys hockey club - whose season spans multiple seasons - has been playing since September. This is the first in a series of three winter sports previews. The next installments will run Dec. 5 and 12. Boys hockey First game: Sept. 15 vs. Cobras (V won 6-2) Head coach: Jim Brooks Seasons as head coach: 1st season as head...
n Pizza with Santa Nov. 30 KLM Park 5901 County Line Road www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr (630) 789-7090 Santa is making a last minute stop by The Lodge at KLM Park for a pizza lunch. Be sure to bring a camera. Time: noon to 1:30 p.m. Cost: $30. RR n Salt Creek Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ Nov. 30 & Dec. 1 Hinsdale Central High School 5500 S. Grant St. www.saltcreekballet.org The ballet company will opens its holiday season with performances at Hinsdale Central. Take photos with Santa after the 7 p.m. performance Nov. 30 and enjoy...
The November wind had a bite to it Friday afternoon in the parking lot of Hinsdale Central High School. But the warm soul of service wouldn't be chilled as students "stuffed the trucks" with essential food and other items in an effort to provide neighbors in need with a happy and healthy holiday season. The Thanksgiving food drive, jointly organized by the school's National Honor Society and Business Professionals of America club, benefited FISH food pantry of Downers Grove....
Mike Lach has taken advantage of the superintendent report agenda item at Hinsdale High School District 86 Board meetings to focus on the goals he wants to accomplish and the progress being made. The Nov. 21 board meeting was no exception. One of this themes was working together. “We are a better community when we work together,” he said before announcing the formation of a small parent-student curriculum committee. “We’ll keep growing this committee as we need to,” he said. “We want to be able to hear from parents and...
Blanket Drive Until Dec. 1 Hinsdale Covenant Church 412 S. Garfield Ave. www.hinsdalecovenant.com (630) 323-2318 The church is collecting new and used blankets of any kind, lap throws, baby blankets, spreads, sheets and towels for needy families in the inner city. Pack ’n’ plays are also welcome. Donations should be left inside the main entrance on Garfield Avenue or placed by the front door on the benches; pickups are also available. Clothing and Winterwear Drive Dec. 2-17 Hinsdale Central 5500 S. Grant St. Donation gen...
“A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue, but the parent of all the other virtues.” — Cicero As we sit at the table on Thanksgiving, many will take time to list all the things for which they are grateful. In what has become an annual tradition at the paper, we dedicate this space today to name all the things for which we — and all Hinsdaleans — can be thankful, one for each day leading up to and including the holiday. Nov. 1 — the loved ones we’ve lost and remember today, All Saints’ Day Nov. 2 — anyone who had th...
Briana Zitkevicius has spent more time studying hip hop and ballroom dancing than ballet. But the Hinsdale resident and Hinsdale Central sophomore is excited to be performing for the second year in Salt Creek Ballet's "The Nutcracker." She made the switch to ballet three years ago. "I was watching other girls do it at my old studio and I just thought it was so beautiful and I really wanted to try it," she said. "Now I really love it and I think it was a good decision." Making...
What is P.A.S.S.? As a Hinsdale Central sophomore student-athlete, Aryan Bansal could detect the struggle some of his teammates were having balancing schoolwork with the demands of pursuing high school sports. "Kids were saying in the locker room, 'I've got three tests tomorrow and practice doesn't end until 6:30 p.m.' " recounted Bansal, now a junior. "There's no time to get to teacher office hours when you have to get to practice." A two-sport athlete himself, Bansal underst...
