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Following the Changing Fall Foliage Oct. 16 http://www.mortonarb.org (630) 719-2468 In this engaging webinar, learn how community scientists are using tools from the USA National Phenology Network to record the appearance of fall colors in trees and how scientists are using this data to understand forests. Guided by experts from the Arboretum’s forest ecology research team, participants will learn new ways of viewing fall color, be introduced to websites and apps to begin recording fall color and get deeper insights into the...
Five years ago, Tara DeGeer's teenage son expressed concern about the well-being of his peers after the suicide of a local high school student. He worried about how others were doing with news of the student's death and that there could be copycat suicides. In response, DeGeer created The Parent List, a Hinsdale Central PTO-supported online platform where parents may leave an anonymous positive review of a professional who was helpful to their child. The Parent List contains...
FALLAPALOOZA Fall Colors Oct. 8 https://www.fpdcc.com (847) 824-8360 Learn the science behind fall colors during this Facebook Live event from the River Trail Nature Center. Time: 2 p.m. Woodland Family Hike Oct. 10-11 & 17-18 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle (630) 719-2468 https://www.mortonarb.org Families with children 4 and older can enjoy a fall color hike around Meadow Lake. Learn how plants transform during the fall and take home a colorful memento of a special time among the trees. Hikes begin and end in the Chil...
Patty Cakes is a sweet and gentle girl who is looking for her new family, with kids 5 and older. She's a laid back, 2-year-old girl who likes to get head scratches. 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 noon to 6...
Raising funds for cancer research continues to serve as a pillar for Scoreboard Charities as it prepares to host its fourth annual charity wine event. This year to stay one step ahead of COVID restrictions, organizers have moved to a virtual event they say will still be rewarding. "It is important to Scoreboard Charities to continue to help in the fight against cancer and to help provide kids with the disease a chance at being a kid," said Beth O'Malley, production manager...
A power button will replace the stage curtain and the rewind button will take the place of a curtain call in this year's fall theater production at Nazareth Academy. Like so many events this year, the fall play at the LaGrange Park private high school will be presented entirely on video this year. After 40 years of teaching and directing, theater director Kim White said she thought she had done it all. But this year has proven to her that even with decades of experience and...
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March, it was clear The Community House's annual spring fundraiser would not take place in April. What wasn't clear was whether the Walk the Walk for Mental Health would take place at all in 2020, said Dan Janowick, executive director of The Community House. But then, months passed and the realization set in that the fall would not bring a return to business as usual. "I think that's when we started to hear over and over again the theme of...
Edward and Violet Broschka Edward and Violet Broschka of Hinsdale celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary Sept. 30. They were married in 1950 at Brookfield Baptist Church. They moved to Hinsdale in 1951 and have been residents of the village since. Edward served as a private first class in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He then worked as front office clerk at the La Grange Post Office and as a professional wedding photographer. Violet assisted him in their business...
Influenza viruses become widespread each year beginning as early as mid-fall and running as late as mid-spring. This coming year's influenza season will also compete with COVID-19. The virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-2-CoV, can cause symptoms that are similar to influenza: fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headaches, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting and diarrhea. So how can someone tell...
Aldo is a sweet and handsome boy who is looking for his forever home, with kids age 10 and older. He's an active 1-year-old who knows lots of tricks and will show you them for treats. 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...
FALLAPALOOZA Pumpkin Decorating Oct. 3 Zook Studio at KLM 5901 S. County Line Road, Hinsdale https://www.hinsdalehistory.org/programs-and-events Pumpkins, decorating supplies and refreshments will be provided during this outdoor program. After decorating pumpkins, participants are invited to participate in a Zook/Halloween themed scavenger hunt. Please register by Oct. 2. Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $10 per pumpkin. RR, MD Fall Color 5K Run and Walk Oct. 3 & 4 Morton Arboretum 4100 Route 53, Lisle (630) 968-0074...
Live concert venues may be silent these days, but that won't stop the music. Several local organizations are sponsoring online concerts for those longing to hear real-time tunes. Union Church of Hinsdale is inviting people to alleviate their COVID-19 stress with "Songs from the Heart" from 7 to 7:30 tonight, Sept. 24. Director of Music and Worship Stephen Edwards and church organist Stephen Uhl will be joined by Gina Graffagna for the program, which will feature Mozart's Sonat...
Oktoberfest Sept. 26-27 Brookfield Zoo 8400 31st St. https://www.czs.org Head to the East Mall beer garden for live polka music and Lienenkugel’s Oktoberfest beer and seasonal eats (bratwurst, pretzels, sausages and more) available for purchase. Tickets must be reserved through the online timed ticketing system. Time: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost: Free with admission of $24.95 for adults, $19.95 for seniors and $17.95 for children 3-11 plus $15 parking. RR, MD Fall Nature Walk Sept. 27 Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 1...
A friend of mine recently texted me a picture of the iconic children's book character Miss Viola Swamp with the message, "I can't go into it right now. But I need to know what book this is from." I quickly typed back, "Miss Nelson is Missing" by Harry Allard. Illustrations by James Marshall ("George and Martha," "The Stupids," all the good fairy tale retellings.) You're welcome." This year more than any other, there is special comfort in reading about classrooms and lockers...
Matty is a handsome boy who is looking for his forever home, with kids of any age. He's an active 2-year-old who loves to talk and watch birds out the window. 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 noon to 6 p.m....
While the pandemic has affected everyone, young and old, those living with cancer have been particularly impacted. Wellness House has provided a constant source of support for the thousands of patients who rely on the cancer resource center. "Coping with the effects of cancer has not taken a back seat to COVID-19 for the patients and families Wellness House serves," said Deb Kwiatt, marketing communications manager at Wellness House. "They need Wellness House even more now...
When's the last time you've been out to see the Zook Home and Studio at KLM? Members of the Hinsdale Historical Society would like to invite you for a visit. The society is hosting a special event, "Take a Look at Zook," on Tuesday, Sept. 22, to raise awareness of this Hinsdale architect and the funds needed to continue renovations on his home and studio (see Page 34 for details). Noted architect R. Harold Zook, who designed more than 30 homes and commercial buildings in town,...
Bruno is a handsome boy who is looking for his forever home, a home with older kids. He's a happy 7 year old who loves playing with squeaky toys but sometimes forgets just how big he is. 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...
As a health educator, the most common question I am asked by adults is, "How do I talk to my teenager about drugs?" Some of the most important work around these conversations is properly preparing ourselves to have them. There are all types of different drugs in this world and doing research on them all can be overwhelming and for many flat out impossible. A great starting point is to gather information on a specific drug that may be impacting a family/community or simply the...
At Hinsdale's School of Rock, over the last six months, the beat has gone on(line). Danielle Fitzsimmons, general manager of the music school at 116 S. Washington St., said the school was able to quickly pivot March 20 when they had to close under a statewide COVID-19 shelter-in-place order. "Everything happened really quickly. I felt like one day I was going over safety protocols and then the next day the entire country shut down," she said of the Saturday closing. "School...
Kellogg was the great mama cat to Crackle and Pop. She watched them get adopted first and is now waiting for her forever home. She started out as very reserved and shy, but she is really coming out of her shell in our calmer cat lodge. 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...
We made it to the first week of May. We learned of the coronavirus in February, the world shut down in March and we worked diligently, day in, day out, week after week. Until Cinco de Mayo. We each had a small margarita with the Mexican lunch we ordered in that day. Two days later the bottle was still in the fridge. We hated to see it go to waste, so we decided to have a short happy hour. We found a single cocktail and an hour of conversation to be a balm during what we have...
Tortie lovers need to step up to the plate for this one. Penny keeps getting passed over and we have no idea why! She is a beautiful 2-year-old domestic shorthair tabby who just needs a little time to adjust once she is in her new forever home. Penny is good with children age 5 and older. 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...
The rank of Eagle Scout is well-known both inside and beyond the Boy Scouting World. But few are aware of Scouting's Hornaday Badge Award. Members of Hinsdale Boy Scout Troop 8 are certainly familiar with Hornaday after two members, Hinsdale residents Aldas Kriauciunas and Sacheen Upadhye, achieved the rare honor this summer by dedicating significant time and effort into what they hope are lasting contributions in the area of conservation. Fewer than a 100 Scouts nationwide...
COVID-19 has gotten in the way of so many things this summer. But Kayla Weiss isn't letting it or anything else get in the way of her joy of becoming a mother. "Everyone I've talked to who is pregnant right now kind of has the same view of COVID and pregnancy," said Weiss, who, along with at least five other members of the Hinsdale Junior Woman's Club, is expecting a baby later this year. That's not to say that the pandemic hasn't played a role in these womens' road to motherh...
