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February is Black History Month, and there are plenty of ways to observe the occasion from the comfort of one's home. Hinsdale Public Library staff members have recommended the following book titles as ones that will provide insight into the Black experience. • "The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration" by Isabel Wilkerson In this epic, beautifully written masterwork, Pulitzer Prize–winning author Isabel Wilkerson chronicles one of the great unt...
Puff is a handsome orange tabby cat who is looking for his new family with kids 8 and older. He's a gentle 4-year-old whose adoption fee is $75. 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 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, noon...
While other restaurants are welcoming diners back indoors, Vistro will remain closed, offering only take out. When the doors do reopen - possibly at the end of this month - Vistro Prime will have a new name, a new menu and a new look. "The menu will feature a lot of traditional steakhouse fare along with the Vistro classics," chef/owner Paul Virant of Hinsdale said. "We're going to continue to do the wood oven pizzas, our two burgers, the pork sandwich, the fried kale and the...
Dakota is a handsome husky mix who is looking for his new family with kids 10 and older. He's a goofy 2-year-old 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 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, noon to 6...
Due to the global pandemic, our world is full of more unknowns than ever before. Everything feels different, and with the pace at which things are changing, we're all living outside of our comfort zones. This is causing anxiety for many, which is a normal reaction to dealing with the many life changes we're experiencing. For children and teenagers, certain components of this new world can be especially anxiety-producing. • Social distancing The impact of loss of leisure t...
Tori Cardoza and Michael Cothard, both of Napa, Calif., have announced their engagement. The bride is the daughter of Tim and Gaye Cardoza. She is a 2016 graduate of the Colorado School of Mines and is employed at Wheeler Farms Winery. The groom is the son of Mike and Heidi Cothard of Hinsdale. He graduated in 2012 from Hinsdale Central High School and in 2016 from the Colorado School of Mines. He works at ETS Laboratories. The couple has yet to set a wedding...
Gracie is a beautiful black and white cat who is looking for her new family with kids 8 and older. She's a pretty 1-year-old whose adoption fee is $75. 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 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday,...
Often, people use the library to learn more about something they don't know. Why are my stupid houseplants turning yellow? How do I make a tagine? What does Doris Kearns Goodwin have to say about leadership in turbulent times? Sometimes though, we turn the tables and give you a chance to show off what YOU know. In our latest "Maple Street Mixer" for adults, we'll test your title recall with book riddles. And readers will race against each other to find phrases in one of their...
While Feb. 14 is for demonstrating and embracing affection with another, the day preceding has become an occasion for loving the one in the mirror. Feb. 13 is Self-Love Day, and Hinsdale's Cheryl Postrozny is inviting others to mark it with a full-day "virtual retreat for inner peace." "The whole purpose of this day is just to give everyone an outlet to self-reflect, to learn about different ways of self care and mindfulness," Postrozny said. The free event, which runs from...
At the first Trivia Night the Hinsdale Historical Society hosted five years ago, about 80 people filled Immanuel Hall to take part in the event. "Last year we had close to 200 people," said Joanna Gatzulis, noting the event outgrew Immanuel Hall and was moved to The Community House two years ago. What might this year's attendance be? It's hard to predict, with no constraints on room size as the event goes virtual. "The numbers could be unlimited," said Gatzulis, who is...
Can’t sleep? Can’t blame you. Is it the COVID-19 pandemic? The economy? Your children’s school situation? Climate change? We all have something that keeps us up at night. Sleep can’t solve these kinds of problems, but it can help us cope with them. Sleeping well improves our mood, alertness, concentration and memory. It helps dispel anxiety, depression and irritability. In short, getting enough sleep every night is essential to our physical, mental and emotional health. So how do you sleep when you just can’t? These sim...
Kirby is a handsome, large mixed-breed dog who is looking for his new family with kids 10 and older. He's a playful and happy 1 1/2-year-old 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 1 to...
Working as a Chicago Public Schools speech pathologist, Clarendon Hills mother-of-two Jen Alsman saw first-hand the struggles low-income families faced while striving to provide quality health care and resources for their families. Because of this, Alsman and others have devoted countless hours of service to fundraise for the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago's Angel Harvey Family Health Center via the organization's Clarendon Hills chapter and its annual benefit. "I saw the...
Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which marks the birthday of the man whose name is synonymous with the fight against systemic racism and championing for equal rights for all citizens. Although the usual in-person MLK Day events are not being held, several local and regional programs are offered virtually to help residents observe the occasion. Musical inspiration Hinsdale-based Acoustic Renaissance Concerts will present a virtual performance from the vocal group Sweet...
Lola is a beautiful tabby cat who is looking for her new family with kids 8 and older. She's a sweet and gentle 4-year-old girl whose adoption fee has been generously donated. 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...
The end of the COVID-19 pandemic is in sight, but life likely won't be back to normal for several months. And some folks might not be ready - even when restrictions are lifted - to leave the house. That doesn't mean there's nothing to do. Local organizations like the Hinsdale Public Library are offering a variety of online programs to keep people informed and entertained, especially this winter. That online programming has evolved, said Cynthia Dieden, Hinsdale's adult...
When anxious behavior and emotions show up in life it often feels all-encompassing. For a parent of an anxious child, having just the right tools to guide your child through their anxious feelings can feel extremely challenging. Learning how to show up for your anxious child, to walk with them in their feelings and guide them takes practice. There will be struggles and tough moments. The important thing is to work together, helping them with the tough feelings and emotions of...
Range is a handsome, medium-sized mixed breed dog who is looking for his new family, with kids 8 and older. He's a happy and playful 1-year-old whose adoption fee is $300. 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 1...
Ribbet is a handsome tabby cat who is looking for his new family with kids 8 and older. He's a gentle 4-year-old boy whose adoption fee is $75. 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 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, noon to...
When choosing a libation, Allen Rodriguez of Fuller House in Hinsdale prefers bourbon. But on New Year's Eve, he likes to bring out the bubbles. Rodriguez said cocktails with a lower alcohol content are a good choice for ringing in the new year because they allow folks to sip throughout the hours leading up to the big event. And of course, nothing says Happy New Year like a sparkling glass of champagne or its Italian sister, prosecco. Influenced by Rodriguez's recent trip to...
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. Virtual New Year’s Eve Concert Dec. 31 https://www.atthemac.org (630) 942-3008 Conductor Kirk Muspratt and the New Philharmonic will help viewers ring in the new year with favorite Strauss waltzes and polkas, arias, light classical, pop tunes and movie music. A duet of “Bless This House” sung by...
Milli is a beautiful mixed breed girl who is looking for her new family, with kids 10 and older. She's a sweet 1-year-old lady whose adoption fee is $300. 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 1 to 8 p.m....
We usually associate ghost stories with Halloween, but Victorian England considered them to be an essential part of the celebration of Christmas. In fact, they were so integral that magazines often published serials in the weeks leading up to the holiday and authors often wrote spooky tales specifically for the season. Some historians say the pairing began with the Druids, who believed that the membrane between the living and the dead thinned out during the dark of winter. So, much the way we appreciate a good fright in safe...
Typically in the issue before winter break we use this space to present a host of ideas about fun things to do in the city while the kids are off school. We often highlight special exhibits at the Museum of Science and Industry or the new attractions at Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier. This year, of course, things are different, and "Home for the Holidays" has taken on new meaning. With most folks spending their days at home this winter break, we've collected some ideas for...
Staging its annual Christmas Eve indoor live nativity program has always been a significant undertaking for Hinsdale Covenant Church. But orchestrating it during a pandemic? Not even the wise men could wrangle that. "There's absolutely no way to do what we were doing safely," said the church's lead pastor, Lars Stromberg. So the decision was made to relocate the manger and all of its entourage outside. "We're going to take our live experience that people love and appreciate...
