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I don't know about you, but this (slightly) colder weather makes me want to curl up with a good book in front of a fire. And when I'm all snuggled in with my trusty (if somewhat worn) blanket, my thoughts inevitably turn to holiday shopping. Luckily for me, Assistance League Chicagoland West is hosting the 27th annual Books & Brunch on Nov. 14 at The Abbington in Glen Ellyn. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can bid on silent auction items, participate in multiple raffles -...
Even if the weather is still hot and sunny, Demetrios Panos knows when October is approaching. Servers at Yia Yia's Cafe in Grant Square will start relaying one message: "People are asking for the pumpkin pancakes," said Panos, owner of Yia Yia's Cafe in Grant Square. The pancakes go on the menu - along with other fall specials - the first Monday of October. While some chains start serving pumpkin-flavored items much earlier, he does not. "It feels like there has to be a...
Woodland Family Hikes: Fall Color Oct. 13 or 14 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle (630) 968-0074 www.mortonarb.org Enjoy the intricate beauty of colorful trees in the fall on an hour-long family-paced hike around the arboretum’s Meadow Lake. The program is recommended for families with children 4 and older. Time: 10:30 a.m. Fridays, 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Cost: $17. RR Cantigny Fall Festival Oct. 13-15 Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheato (630) 668-5161 www.cantigny.org The popular fall festival is e...
Despite their name, Moo and Oink are kittens, not barnyard animals. Moo is a playful male tabby, and Oink is a sweet female black kitten. They love each other and must be adopted together. Because they are a little on the shy side, they are approved for children over 5. This adorable bonded pair is growing up in the shelter and needs a forever home! They are both microchipped, fully vaccinated and neutered/spayed. Their adoption fee is $200. The Hinsdale Humane Society...
n Woodland Family Hikes: Fall Color Oct. 6, 13 or 14 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle (630) 968-0074 www.mortonarb.org Enjoy the intricate beauty of colorful trees in the fall on an hour-long family-paced hike around the arboretum’s Meadow Lake. The program is recommended for families with children 4 and older. Time: 10:30 a.m. Fridays, 10:30 or a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Cost: $17. RR n Fall Color 5K Run and Walk Oct. 7 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle www.mortonarb.org (630) 968-0074 Enjoy the arboretum at t...
I love a good cooking challenge. So, I had no reservations when I agreed to write a 150th village anniversary column featuring a historic Hinsdale recipe. That was until I found myself in the basement of Immanuel Hall - in the archives of the historical society - talking about hospital food. As it turns out, the oldest known cookbook in Hinsdale is a collection of vegetarian recipes from Hinsdale Hospital called "The Sanitarium Cook Book." The book dates back to 1921 and was...
Hinsdale's trees have begun shedding their leaves, and the town's denizens are adding layers when heading out. Autumn is in full splendor, and there's no better way to celebrate the season locally than at the 2023 Hinsdale Fall Family Fest from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, in Burlington Park 30 E. Chicago Ave. The event, put on by the village's parks and recreation department, was moved to the park from its previous Hinsdale Middle School site. Mike Hayes,...
At this very moment, someone in your community is thinking about ending their life. In Illinois, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death, and the third leading cause of death for young adults aged 15 to 34. Thoughts of suicide and suicide attempts are even more common. Nobody is immune to suicide — it affects all ages, genders, races and ethnicities. And in many cases, it be prevented. Who is most at risk? Knowing this can save a life. While there is no single cause for suicide, a combination of factors may increase the c...
Fall Color Wine Tasting Sept. 28 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle (630) 968-0074 www.mortonarb.org Enjoy seasonal wines and live music in The Grand Garden amidst changing trees at the arboretum. Attendees can pre-order their favorite wines with Famous Liquors to pick up at a later date. Cases of wine are 10 percent off. Ten percent of all wine sales will be donated back to the arboretum. Designated driver tickets are available, which include a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage ticket, a cookie and an...
Nina is a gorgeous 10-year-old pit mix with a sweet and gentle disposition. She is housebroken, has excellent leash manners and is fine with other dogs. Because she is deaf, she does bark a bit louder than other dogs, so she would probably not thrive in an apartment. Nina is spayed, microchipped and fully vaccinated. 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...
Finding and building community can be a challenge when you are somewhere new - or even somewhere you've lived for some time. As life changes, the communities you need shift, too. But thankfully, when you are fortunate enough to live in Hinsdale, your needs are met with enthusiastic support and options. As a new resident to Hinsdale last year, the first place I turned was the library. There was something special about getting a library card with my name on it from my new home...
Most fans of Brookfield Zoo know about the upcoming fun promised at the annual Boo at the Zoo! event (see Page 26 for details). But they might not know a visit to the zoo also means the chance to see several calves born this year, including a reticulated giraffe. "The pitter patter of little hooves is what we're calling it," said Joan Daniels, senior director of hooved mammal care and conservation for the Chicago Zoological Society, which manages Brookfield Zoo. "We seem to...
Rip Wheeler arrived at Hinsdale Humane Society as a sweet but terrified young dog. He has always loved cuddling with people, but was so afraid of leaving his kennel that he had a hard time even going on walks. Through the dedication of staff and volunteers, Rip has been getting braver every day. Rip is 9 months old, neutered, microchipped and fully vaccinated. His adoption fee is $325. He needs an adopter willing to help him on his journey. If that's you, stop by to meet him....
n Oktoberfest Sept. 23-24 Brookfield Zoo 3300 Golf Road (708) 688-8400 www.czs.org/events Toss on some lederhosen and enjoy live polka music at the zoo's beer garden. Leinenkugel's Oktoberfest beer and a seasonal menu featuring brats, sausages, pretzels with beer cheese and more will be available for purchase. Time: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. n Fall Color Wine Tasting Sept. 28 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle (630) 968-0074 www.mortonarb.org Enjoy seasonal wines and live music in The Grand Garden amidst changing trees at the...
The 29th annual Rotary Run Charity Classic is Sunday, Oct. 1, and anticipation is picking up at a strong pace, said longtime Hinsdale Rotarian and race coordinator Tom Norton. "Registration is quite a bit ahead of last year at this time. And sponsorship has come back to pre-pandemic levels," he said. The popular autumn Hinsdale event, which begins and ends at The Community House, 415 W. Eighth St., features races for every member and ability level in the family while raising...
Olive was adopted from the Hinsdale Humane Society as a puppy and returned a few years later when his family unfortunately could no longer keep him. He is a wonderful, tolerant 2-year-old that loves kids, other dogs and even cats. Olive is in a foster home right now, so if you would like to meet him, please schedule an appointment by calling (630) 323-5630. He is housebroken, microchipped, vaccinated and neutered, with an adoption fee of $300. The Hinsdale Humane Society...
Hinsdale Public Library and its patrons are taking the "I Spy" concept to a whole new level. Each month the library will have a 3-D I Spy case downstairs in the youth services department. September's Back to School display was created by the Cudney family of Hinsdale. "It's something I've seen in libraries throughout the years," said Lisa Winchell, youth and young adult services manager. "The 'I Spy' books have continued to be so popular. We thought this would be a really fun...
Genie is a beautiful 1-year-old chocolate brown mixed breed that would be a great companion for another dog. She is shy around humans she doesn't know, but really comes out of her shell when she has a dog friend to help her be brave. Genie is vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. Her adoption fee is $325. She is housebroken and is currently in foster. If you would like to meet Genie, please call (630) 323-5630 to schedule an appointment. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill...
In 1953, six Hinsdale women, appalled that the local dog pound had no hot water and only one light dangling from the ceiling, took it upon themselves to provide a safer and more sanitary pound while also educating the public in the proper training and handling of animals. That caring act was the start of the Hinsdale Humane Society, which today houses almost 200 adoptable dogs and cats in the modern - and well-lighted - Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center at 21 Salt...
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Hinsdale Central junior Toral Bhatt pitches up to the green on the third hole while sophomore teammate Lilly Riegger tracks her drive from the third tee as Central hosted conference rival Oak Park-River Forest Tuesday at Ruth Lake Country Club. The Red Devils won the match 147-192. (Jim Slonoff photos)...
Vincent and Kelsey arrived as very timid kittens and have since blossomed into beautiful young adults. They are still a little shy around strangers, but they are sweet and cuddly with people they know, and Kelsey especially loves to be held. They are 8 months old, microchipped and fully vaccinated. Their adoption fee is $200, and they must go home together. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to the public 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, noon...
As kids, we learn to associate fall with changes. We change our routine, meet new classmates and learn new things about the world. That tradition doesn't need to end when we graduate (or, for those of us still in school, after that last bell rings). This year, your library is embracing the spirit of change that autumn brings with new opportunities to meet your neighbors and new twists on classic offerings. Everyone should set aside time this fall to make new friends before...
Summer has flown by once again! It seems we just presented a list of activities for a Memorial Day roundup, and Labor Day is already here. If you're looking for something fun to day, we've got some ideas for you. • Kick off the weekend with a trip "Back to Dogwarts" from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, at The Community House, 415 W. Eighth St. Families can bring kids for a fun night of playing with the adoptable pups in attendance at their first day of school. Each will be s...
Ginny and Tom Stewart of Hinsdale have announced the engagement of their daughter, Paige Stewart of Chicago, to Brendan Kelly of Chicago. Paige is a 2008 graduate of Hinsdale Central High School and a 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri. She is a real estate agent at Jameson Sotheby's in Hinsdale. Brendan is the son of Lisa and Mike Kelly of Fayetteville, Ga. He graduated in 2007 from Normal Community High School and 2011 from the Kelley Business School at Indiana...
