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To help build community and connect with residents, state Rep. Jenn Ladisch Douglass (D-45, Elmhurst) is hosting an open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, at 1 S. Cass Ave. in Westmont. “Building relationships with community members and learning about the issues that are important to them are essential to my job as a state representative. The voices of my constituents help me craft my legislative agenda so I can best represent them in Springfield,” Ladisch Douglass said. “That’s why I invite everyone to attend our ope...
How can people protect themselves from identity theft? Statistics reveal that fraud and identity theft claim a new victim every 22 seconds. Just when many think all the scams have been played out, sophisticated criminals come up with a new way to separate the unsuspecting from their money. "They'll pivot on a dime. If it doesn't work today, they'll switch tomorrow. They're much more agile than the general public, who tend to be creatures of habit," said Lana Thompson, vice...
Marion Treadwell Berry, 99, formerly of Hinsdale and Oak Brook, died Feb. 5, 2023. Marion carried a strong Christian faith, which was very important to her daily life and the up bringing of her children. A long-standing member of Community Presbyterian Church in Clarendon Hills, where she served as a church elder, Marion was dedicated to numerous organizations throughout her life. She served as a past president of the Hinsdale Jr. Infant Welfare Society and was a volunteer at...
Parents who coach in the Jodie Harrison basketball program say they are amazed to see how much the players develop over the course of the season. "It's such a great program, because the kids grow so much from the first game to the last game," said Virginia Malinas, assistant coach for her son Carson's fourth-grade team and her daughter Sofia's seventh-grade team. "They look like a different team, and it's so wonderful to see them all develop and grow." The parents are also...
How about a taste? That's the invitation extended to a couple of upcoming events in town that tap experts in libations for participants to enjoy an ounce of education and a full helping of fun. The first is Love is Brewing from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, at The Community House, 415 W. Eighth St. Participants can sample six beers and two featured cocktails and enjoy appetizers and live music. Jillian Spizzirri, facility and adult recreation supervisor at The...
For the first time in The Hinsdalean’s history, there is a single contested race on the spring ballot. Only Hinsdale High School District 86 has attracted more candidates than there are open seats in the Tuesday, April 4, election. Asma Akhras of Darien, Andrew Catton of Hinsdale, Kay Gallo of Clarendon Hills, Cat Greenspon of Burr Ridge and Debbie Willoughby of Westmont are seeking three open seats on the board. We typically begin covering the election in January so we have space for all of the articles we run on each of the...
Helene "Lorraine" Wolfe, nee Rosedale, 93, of Burr Ridge, formerly of Hinsdale, passed away Jan. 19, 2023. Lorraine was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, in 1929 to Dr. Raymond and Helene Rosedale. She grew up in Canton, Ohio. Lorraine met the love of her life, Jim Wolfe while she studied and graduated from Trinity University in Washington, D.C. They were married Dec. 29, 1951, in Canton. Lorraine continued onto Kent State University for advanced study in the field of...
The eight-bedroom, seven-bath home at 505 S. County Line Road is more than just an old house for sale, listing agent Dawn McKenna of Coldwell Banker said. It's an iconic 120-year-old home that sits on the largest property in Hinsdale. "Our first primary hope is to save this home," McKenna said. "I think my job as a broker is to do the best I can to do that." To accomplish her goal, she organized a Jan. 19 event at the home, offering tours, champagne and charcuterie and...
Helene "Lorraine" Wolfe, nee Rosedale, 93, of Burr Ridge, formerly of Hinsdale, passed away Jan. 19, 2023. Lorraine was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada in 1929 to Dr. Raymond and Mrs. Helene Rosedale. She grew up in Canton, Ohio, where her father was a successful plastic surgeon. Lorraine met the love of her life, Jim Wolfe while she studied and graduated from Trinity University in Washington, D.C. They were married Dec. 29, 1951, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Canton....
Those who attend the Stage Door Fine Arts production of "Matilda the Musical" should come prepared for an evening that includes a little bit of everything. From tender songs that evoke tears to outlandish characters that are sure to make people laugh, Stage Door co-founder and artistic director Don Smith said the musical version of Roald Dahl's story has it all, including a little bit of theater magic. Through a soundtrack that goes from softly sung ballads to boisterous...
The new year opened with almost three weeks of warmer than normal temperatures, with highs in the 50s last week and this week. But 2023 also has brought us more than our fair share of cloudy days as well. You can probably count on one hand the number of times the sun has come out — and it won’t be out tomorrow. (The forecast shows our next glimpse of the sun will be on Friday, Jan. 27.) All these gray days can leaving us feeling, well, a bit under the weather emotionally. Do not despair! Hinsdaleans have plenty of opp...
Hinsdale officers were among those called to Oak Brook after a residential burglary Jan. 13 on Luthin Road. A South American man has been charged with two felonies in connection with the break-in, which took place while a girl who lived there was home alone, according to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s office. Anibal Miller-Valencia, 21, was charged with one count of home invasion and one count of residential burglary for the incident on Luthin Road, just north of Hinsdale and across York Road from the Graue Mill condomi...
Warm up this winter season with the stimulating experience of live theater. The curtain will soon be raised on productions in and around Hinsdale, offerings that promise to provide entertainment for all audiences. • The Theatre of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave., opens 2023 with its production of "The Father," running Jan. 26-Feb 5. The play follows Andre, a cantankerous old widower suffering from dementia, who receives regular visits from his caring but frustrated daughter Anne. His mood swings and fits of temper r...
The doorbell rang shortly after dinner Tuesday night. As I flipped the deadbolt and opened the door, I expected to find someone trying to sell me more popcorn or more cookies (both of which I'm currently trying to avoid!). Instead I saw a woman and her young son, who was holding a package, standing on my front stoop. "Does Ainsley live here?" the woman asked. "She does," I answered, and they explained that a package for her had been delivered to their house, which has the...
In the final article in this annual two-part series, leaders of Hinsdale’s nonprofits take a look back at 2022 and share one wish for 2023. The Hinsdale Historical Society, Hinsdale Humane Society and Wellness House were featured in the first installment Jan. 5. Candor Health Education After offering more than 90 percent of its sex ed and drug eduction courses online in 2021, Candor Health Education is back to putting educators in front of students. “March picked up and April and May were just crazy,” Executive Direc...
The Community House held an Adult & Tot Sports Stop class last month. With an eye on developing basic sports movement and motor skills, the tots and with their dads were all in on the activities. Fathers Bill Boyd and Ben Kester join in with their children A. J. and Claire. Frances Giordano and her dad Brad set the pace for one of the activities. And Georgia Croghan is off to the races in a game of Duck, Duck, Goose. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
Every January, The Hinsdalean checks in with the leaders of the seven nonprofit agencies in the village, inviting them to share highlights of the previous year and a wish for the new one. This is the first of two installments. The second on Jan. 12 will feature Candor (formerly Robert Crown), Community Memorial Foundation, HCS Family Services and The Community House. Hinsdale Historical Society One woman took center stage at the Hinsdale Historical Society last year. “Loie Fuller was the poster child for the HHS in 2...
Hinsdale soon will have a new gated community off Monroe Street near Ogden Avenue. Julie Laux of J. Jordan Homes is purchasing the 2.2 acres on Kensington Court to build eight single-family homes. And the Hinsdale Village Board gave her permission Tuesday night to install a metal sliding gate at the entrance to the subdivision. Laux told trustees she has worked carefully to come up with a concept that will sell. “The people I talked to, the gate is very important and to me i...
Chicago Elite Volleyball Club held its skills camp in late November at The Community House. Under the direction of coach Steve Dowjotas, campers practice some warm up drills. Eventually the kids broke into groups to work on passing, setting, attacking, blocking, serving, defense and movement. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
The Community House Breakfast with Santa was held Dec 17. Oliver Gard digs in, while Callahan Laga takes matters into his own hands. Andy, Marley, Crosby and Annie Gray get in a word with the main man while Julien Pardes works on coloring with daughters Keira and Maeva. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
n Christmas Open House Dec. 22 Hinsdale History Museum 15 S. Clay St. www.hinsdalehistory.org The Hinsdale Historical Society invites residents to an open house, complete with holiday treats and cheer amidst Victorian Christmas decor. Kids can enjoy holiday-themed crafts. Tours will be available upon request. Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. n Holiday Magic Dec. 26-31 Brookfield Zoo 3400 31st St. (630) 688-8400 www.czs.org/holidaymagic Bright lights and magical nights await guests at the 41st annual event. Visitors will enjoy more...
’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 s...
n Holiday Magic Dec. 15-18, 26-31 Brookfield Zoo 3400 31st St. (630) 688-8400 www.czs.org/holidaymagic Bright lights and magical nights await guests at the 41st annual event. Visitors will enjoy more than 2 million twinkling LED lights, a 41-foot tall tree choreographed to seasonal tunes, photo opportunities in the ever-popular 20-foot-tall orb and 3D 16-foot-tall gingerbread house, a 600-foot-long “Tunnel of Lights” and more. Many of the zoo’s animal buildings will be open as well restaurants and gift shops offering an ar...
Craig Milkint is likely a familiar face to many in Hinsdale as a mainstay of the Community Revue shows that grace The Community House stage every other spring. Poking a little fun at the place Milkint loves to entertain audiences is rewarding, as is serving on the village's board of fire and police commissioners to ensure the hiring and promotion of top police officers and firefighters to protect residents' safety. The Evergreen Park native, who works as the major gifts...
The Hinsdale Herd Girls Lacrosse program hosted a three-day camp during Thanksgiving break at The Community House. Coco Mason, Abby Conley and Madeline Maloney were on target during the shooting drill. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
