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n Gavin Coyle: A Celtic Christmas Dec. 1 McAninch Arts Center College of DuPage 421 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn www.atthemac.org (630) 942-4000 Revel in the holiday spirit with award-winning recording artist Gavin Coyle as he brings his annual “A Celtic Christmas” back to the MAC. Sing along with Gavin and his band, pianist Paul Burgess, harpist Karen Fernandez and flautist Joanne Diebold, as they perform traditional holiday favorites from America and Ireland. Ticket proceeds benefit People’s Resource Center, a local nonpr...
n Holiday Magic Nov 30 & Dec. 1-31 Brookfield Zoo 3400 31st St. (630) 688-8400 www.czs.org/holidaymagic Bright lights and magical nights await guests at the 42nd 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...
Bunny is a 1-year-old German shepherd mix with a beautiful, dark brindle coat. She had to have a back leg amputated, but you would never know it! She is an active and playful pup who needs an adopter willing to give her the exercise she needs. Bunny is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. She has been approved for children 5 and older and her adoption fee is $375. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to the public 2 to 8 p.m....
When Hinsdale's Memorial Building was constructed in 1929 as a tribute to the village's war heroes, its clock tower housed a bell. The bell was replaced by a carillon system in 1973 for the town's centennial but has been inoperable for years. Until now. A new carillon system was recently installed as part of this year's 150th sesquicentennial celebration, and visitors at the Christmas Walk tomorrow, Dec. 1, will be treated to a special unveiling of the new chimes after the 5 p...
Whenever I talk about my Uncle Bob, my kids always say, "Is he the one who hated cats?" This is actually not something he is particularly known for. But, one of my dad's favorite stories to tell about his older brother was how Bob hated Lucy, a particularly spoiled and clever cat my grandparents had taken in one summer. When the rest of the family would troop down to the ice cream shop where Bob worked in high school, they'd buy an extra scoop of vanilla to take home for the...
n Blanket drive Through Nov. 26 Hinsdale Covenant Church 412 S. Garfield Ave. (630) 323-2318 The church is holding its annual drive, collecting new or gently used blankets of any type — lap throws, baby blankets, spreads, sheets and towels. Donations may be left inside the church’s main entrance. Pickups also can be scheduled. The items will be passed on to needy families in the inner city on Christmas Eve. Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays. n Gavin Coyle: A Celtic Christmas Dec. 1 McAninch Arts Center College of DuPage 421...
n ‘A Christmas Carol’ Nov. 24-Dec. 30 Drury Lane Theatre 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace www.drurylanetheatre.com (630) 530-0111 Continue a tradition or start a new one by gathering the whole family for this heartwarming 30th anniversary production of Dickens’ Christmas classic. Complete with falling snow, magical illusions and special effects, the play is a visually-stunning experience, and at one hour long, perfect for children of all ages. On select performance dates, families will have the opportunity to have break...
November is National Adopt A Senior Pet Month, and Hinsdale Humane Society has two bonded dogs ready to go home. Meet Gordo (male) and Puppy (female), an adorable pair of chihuahua mixes that must be adopted together. Puppy is a prancer and loves to play, while Gordo just wants to cuddle in your arms. Both dogs are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered, and microchipped. Their adoption fee is $350. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to...
n Operation Christmas Child Through Nov. 20 Hope Church 5707 Wolf Road, LaGrange Highlands www.samaritanspurse.org Fill a shoe box with toys, hygiene items and school supples to help The Samaritan’s Purse deliver millions of shoe boxes to boys and girls in more than 100 countries this year. Find directions on the “How to Pack a Shoebox” link on the website listed above and then drop off donations at the church. Cash donations also can be made on the website. n Blood drive Nov. 22 American Legion Post 1941 900 S. La Grang...
Winter is coming, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a lovely garden year round! Meet Garden, a gregarious 3-year-old who wants to be everyone’s best friend. Garden is a big girl who doesn’t quite know her own strength, so she would do best with older kids and/or adults. She is fully vaccinated, spayed and microchipped and her adoption fee has been donated. 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...
With students well into a new school year and exploring the excitement of new learning opportunities, friendships and extra curriculars, it is inevitable that at some point, they will hit a bump in the road and experience a setback or failure. As human beings, especially kids, we sometimes tie self-worth or our value to these outcomes. As parents, guardians and teachers, we have a terrific opportunity to help our kids look at mistakes as learning opportunities and reframe how...
It's not the holidays without "The Nutcracker," and several local ballet troupes are performing the classic story over the next several weeks. Hinsdale Dance Academy this weekend will pirouette its 11th annual production of "The Nutcracker" into St. Francis Preparatory's Kuhn Cultural Arts Center at 2130 Roosevelt Road in Wheaton. Jennifer Grapes Croughan, HDA founder and artistic director, said audiences are in for an immersive experience. "From the moment you walk into the...
A heartfelt "thank you," a warm handshake or a friendly smile are all appropriate ways to show appreciation to a U.S. veteran. This Veterans Day, so is throwing out your unwanted documents. Hinsdale American Legion Post 250 will host a free public shredding event from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Veteran's Day, Saturday, Nov. 11. The public is invited to bring their documents to the Memorial Building circle drive on Maple Street. Free-will donations will be welcomed, said Joe Craig, a...
Any walk through town would tell you that the holidays are just around the corner - and so is perhaps the biggest event of the winter season: The Community House Holiday Ball. This year's sold-out event on Dec. 2 is sure to dazzle lucky ticket-holders with eye-popping decor, all in a theme of the Roaring '20s. Best of all, proceeds from the event go directly to supporting one of the area's most vital organizations: The Community House. When I moved to Hinsdale, I primarily...
Goldie is a gorgeous strawberry blonde who is very opinionated. She loves to tell you how she's feeling and might even give you a gentle little bop with her paw if she wants attention. Goldie has been in and out of the shelter through no fault of her own, so she really needs a perfect forever home. Goldie is 3 years old, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. Her adoption fee has already been paid. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open...
Boris is a friendly little guy who is looking for a very special home. Boris has tested positive for feline leukemia virus, an autoimmune condition that is highly contagious to other cats. Because of this, he must be the only cat in the house (unless the other cat is also positive for FeLV). But Boris doesn’t let that get him down! He is a very happy, curious cat who loves humans of all ages and even seems to like dogs. If you are interested in meeting Boris, please stop by t...
The first glimmers of the holiday season are here. So let the festivities and planning begin. I love the thought of twinkly lights, celebrations and time with family and friends. However, this abundantly splendid season can sometimes leave me with little time to cook. So, a few years ago, when my holiday calendar was over flowing, I had an epiphany. What if I had a cheese and charcuterie night instead of the traditional meal I had planned? I could make it ahead and it would...
Hinsdale's Scout Troop 10 has come a long way in its 100 years, its appellation being no exception. "We were established as Troop 3," said Shreeman Patel, Troop historian and a junior at Hinsdale Central. How it became Troop 10 remains a mystery, but Patel said its no secret that it traces its beginning to 1923 - at least not once it came to everyone's attention. "We only noticed that this was the centennial year in the middle of last year," he revealed. "So we were like,...
Rajah is an energetic 3-year-old mixed breed who is looking for a home where she can run and play. She loves to jump in puddles and is learning to navigate agility obstacles, so she would be a wonderful pet for someone looking for an adventure buddy. Rajah is spayed, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and ready to go home today. She is rated for children eight and up. Her adoption fee is $300. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to the...
October is a month filled with opportunities for fun, from fall festivals to spooky story nights. As the month comes to a close, many events already have transpired. But don't despair! There's still plenty to enjoy before the trick-or-treating is done - and even after! Family festivities • Listen as legendary Great Lakes balladeer and guitarist Lee Murdock presents "Ghosts of the Great Lakes" from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Hinsdale Public Library, 20 E. Maple St. M...
Mayslake by Moonlight Tour Oct. 19, 21, 27, 28, 30 Mayslake Peabody Estate 1717 31st St., Oak Brook (630) 206-9566 www.dupageforest.org See Mayslake Hall in a new light. After the sun sets, enjoy a guided tour of this historic mansion by flashlight. Take in the architecture and history, and thrill to urban legends, tales of hauntings and stories of mischief. The program is for ages 12 and older; those under 18 must be with an adult. Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Cost: $15. RR Pumpkin Night Hike Oct. 20 Fullersburg Woods 3609 Spring...
Vision was adopted from Hinsdale Humane Society as a puppy, then returned through no fault of her own. When she came back to us, she was shy and frightened, but she has been learning to be brave in a foster home. Now she is a confident young lady who loves to play and cuddle. Vision is fully vaccinated spayed, and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $300 and she is approved for children 10 and older. If you would like to meet Vision, please call (630) 353-5630.The Hinsdale...
Flu season is upon us, and that means getting a flu shot should be at the top of your to-do list. Influenza is a highly contagious illness that can occur in children or adults of any age. But have you ever wondered whether a nasty bout of the flu needs a trip to the emergency room? If you have, you're not alone. Every flu season, thousands of people flood ERs seeking treatment for their flu symptoms. But most of the time, an ER visit isn't necessary. From symptoms and when to...
Fall color in northern Illinois is expected to peak this coming week, experts forecast. The western suburbs offer a rich palette of sites and programs to enjoy this seasonal fashion show. Here are a few worth checking out. • Learn why trees drop their leaves and the reason behind leaf color change on the Fall Color Walk from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, 9800 Willow Springs Road, Willow Springs. Visit www.fpdcc.com or call (708) 8...
Kimchi is a playful 9-month-old pup who is ready to be a dog's new best friend. She is a little shy around humans she doesn't know but warms up quickly, especially with the help of a confident canine companion. Kimchi is spayed, fully vaccinated and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $325. To meet her, call (630) 323-5630 to schedule an appointment. Calls to place her in a foster home also are being accepted. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource...
