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Irene Wood and her husband, Cary, didn't know the impact a three-day 2018 "glamping" trip in Big Sky, Mont., would have on their lives. "We had the best vacation we had had in forever," Irene Wood said. "It was so great, in fact, that when we got home, we said, 'Let's do this again but someplace closer to home.' " A quick Google search indicated that was not an option. No nearby glamping sites were listed. "You have to Google harder," her husband told her. "So I Googled...
ART CAMPS n Mixed Media Art June 14-17 Tianto Art 941 S. Monroe St., Hinsdale (630) 363-884 https://www.tiantoart.com Students will participate in drawing and printmaking and create a mask and a kite in this outdoor summer art camp run by Hinsdale resident Chun Ye. An art show and reception will be held in October at the Hinsdale Public Library. Groups will be limited to four to six students. All materials are included. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $185 n Drawing from Life June 14-17 The Community House 415 W. Eighth St.,...
The cover of the book was bumpy and grainy. A closer look revealed grains of sand. I smiled and ran a hand over the surface, imagining the reader laying the book on a beach towel, somewhere warm, while sand gathered at the edges and found its way under the cellophane cover. When items leave the Hinsdale Public Library, especially in summer, we consider their travel plans. Items collected for car trips will be on a journey to visit family, National Parks or historic sites....
What do you get when you put a Gen Xer and a Gen Z member in a room with a couple of microphones? A pretty engaging podcast, as it turns out. Last month, Hinsdale father and son Ash and Aidan ElDifrawi launched their "Hold Me Back" podcast to discuss and debate their often divergent views on hot topics. Four episodes in and they've already tackled swearing, youth sports and smart device usage. "I like to have a good debate, and I take a lot of joy in just talking through...
Shookums is a black and white cat who is looking for her forever home. She would do well with kids 8 years and older. She's a playful and funny 9-month-old whose adoption fee is $100. 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...
Kelly Cox and Frank Battaglia were married the weekend of March 20, 2021, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Naples, Fla. The reception and dinner party were held at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples. The bride is the daughter of Thomas and Lisa Cox of Oak Brook and a 2012 graduate of Nazareth Academy High School. She earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Norbert College and is a paralegal at Winston & Strawn in Chicago. The groom, the son of Ernest and Rosalie Battaglia of...
Jeffery Demetrius and Agurann Hamilton Bates of Hinsdale have announced the engagement of their daughter, Paris Monique, to Joseph Jamerson McGhee, son of Ray McGhee Sr. and the late Myrtise Fay Allen-McGhee of Chicago. The bride-to-be is a 2011 graduate of Hinsdale Central High School. She received a bachelor's of degree in biology at Howard University in 2015 and a master of public health degree in epidemiology from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public...
For Hinsdale Central senior Jessica Miller, the school's spring musical, "The Theory of Relativity," resonates in more ways than one. "This show is really cool because it's about a bunch of different stories that are kind of strung together," Miller said. "It's really nice in this time of COVID, because we are able to work on a lot of things individually and bring them together." The closing song, "Nothing Without You," reflects the current emotional state of many people. "It...
ANIMAL CAMPS n All Abilities Animal Friends Camp Every other Friday, June 11-Aug. 6 Tuthill Family Pet Rescue and Resource Center 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale https://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org (630) 323-5630 This Hinsdale Humane Society camp is designed for children ages 6 to 12, especially those with developmental and cognitive disabilities. Due to COVID-19 limitations, spots are reserved first for children with such disabilities. Any remaining spots can be filled by children without disabilities. Campers will be...
Sable is a beautiful pit bull terrier mix who is looking for her forever home. She would do well with kids 10 and older. A gentle and perfect 7-year-old who is a staff favorite, her adoption fee is $200. 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....
A child exhibiting depressive symptoms can feel confusing, scary, overwhelming. It is common to question where it came from and how the feelings started and to wonder where to find hope for their darkness. Depression is a serious condition that should never be ignored. Symptoms such as melancholy, lack of energy and emotion, hopelessness, fog, trouble getting going and tears are warning signs, urging us to do something, change course, slow down and pay attention. When...
The Hinsdale Historical Society is taking to social media this month to bring timeless design inspiration to Hinsdale, culminating in its virtual luncheon, "Making Old, New Again" on Friday, May 7. Nationally recognized designers - including Summer Thornton, Sarah Vaile, Lauren Ashley Allan and Kelly Hurliman - will provide custom content via the society's social media channels through May 7 to discuss design trends and lasting interior décor. In preparation for the...
Earth Day is Thursday, April 22, but globe-loving programs are taking place all month in the area to encourage ecological stewardship at home. May these help sow the seeds of nurturing nature. • Residents are invited to register with Hinsdale's parks and recreation department for Park Clean-Up Day on Thursday, April 22. Individuals of all ages, Scout groups, churches, businesses and service organizations can give back by helping spruce up the village's parks from 4 p.m. to d...
Hamilton is a handsome brown tabby cat who is looking for his forever home. He would do well with kids 8 years and older. He's a gentle and sweet 5-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...
There has been a true revolution in cancer therapy over the past few years. If you are one of the millions of American cancer survivors to benefit from this wave of new, effective therapies, then I hope you're feeling well as you receive your treatments. At the same time, cancer treatment (and indeed, cancer itself) can take a major toll on the heart, putting survivors at risk of developing or accelerating cardiovascular disease. As a cardio-oncologist - a doctor who...
Vinny is a handsome pit bull terrier mix who is looking for his forever home. He would do well with kids 10 years and older. He's a gentle and sweet 3-year-old whose adoption fee is $200. 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...
"And into the forest I go, to lose myself and find my soul." - John Muir How many steps have you logged today? At times, the number listed on our phone or watch seems to be more important than where those steps are leading us - and whether we are enjoying taking them. With the arrival of spring and its temperate weather, the 26,000 acres and 145 miles of trails in DuPage County forest preserves and the 70,000 acres and 350 miles of trails in Cook County forest preserves are...
Meo is a handsome tabby cat who is looking for his forever family. He would do well with kids 5 years and older. He's a gentle and sweet 10-year-old guy whose adoption fee is waived by our Match Me Up program. 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...
Just like other areas of society, museums are reopening to the public - and just in time for spring break. Check out these options for out-of-the-ordinary experiences that are just a short trip from home. - by Ken Knutson Field Museum Hear the voices of warriors who are fearless in battle, powerful women who are keepers of war shields, beaders, artists, mothers, two-spirited people and many others in the Field Museum's exhibit "Apsáalooke Women and Warriors." Learn about the...
When we closed the library on March 15, 2020, we could not imagine how long it would be until we finally opened the doors again. Staff worked from home by recording storytime sessions with their own kids, creating recipes using cookbooks in our digital collection, and leaving chalk messages on the library's sidewalk. A year later, our hours, services, and programs are still evolving. Even before the pandemic, libraries have always adapted to meet community needs and deliver...
Owen is a handsome, large mixed-breed dog who is looking for his forever family. He would do well with kids 8 years and older. He's a playful and sweet 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...
News last summer about the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic struck a chord with eighth-grader Catherine Yan of Hinsdale. She immediately thought about the residents of nursing homes, where she had performed as a kid. "I thought it would be nice to bring this up again and play music for nursing homes," said Yan, who plays piano and French horn. "And that's basically how Magic of Music got started." Yan began recruiting members by reaching out to her friends, including pianist...
What adult has not heard the sigh from a young person who has just been reminded of the need to be cautious around others they meet? The sigh is often followed by the young person's frustrating reassurance: "Don't worry, I've got this." The drive for independence is a natural part of human development, as is the adult inclination to protect and support our young people. While admonitions to not talk to or take candy from strangers was never enough to equip our youth with the...
The COVID-19 shutdown fell last March, just as local communities and businesses were readying for their St. Patrick's Day celebrations. While life is not back to normal yet, many are feeling lucky to be able to once again welcome people to participate in the Irish fun. Here are opportunities near Hinsdale to go green: • Shamrock Fest March 12-14 & 17 Palmer Place 56 S. La Grange Road, La Grange (708) 482-7127 https://www.palmerslagrange.com Palmer Place will hold its 38th a...
Ten days prior to hosting the 23rd annual Tablescapes Illuminate luncheon in March of last year, the Hinsdale chapter of the Infant Welfare Society was forced to postpone its event due to the pandemic. Now, a year later, the chapter will hold its coveted event virtually. While the women of the Hinsdale chapter fundraise throughout the year, Tablescapes has long been the chapter's largest fundraising event benefiting the Infant Welfare Society's Angel Harvey Family Health...
