Oak Brook
Butler Junior High International Lunch
For its size of a little more than 8,000 residents, Oak Brook has an extraordinary cross-section of residents from all over the world. As an ongoing reminder, above the tables…
Read MoreButler District 53 PTO
Photos by Laura Meyer The Oak Brook Butler District 53 PTO held its biggest annual fundraiser for the school district in early February at Highland Golf Club. This year’s theme,…
Read MoreA Local Dance Lord
OMG School of Irish Dance’s Ronan Kristufek joins Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance By Maureen Callahan Local resident Ronan Kristufek is currently performing on the world stage. After landing…
Read MoreElmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation
The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation set a record by raising more than $110,000 from 400 attendees at Chef Fest, which was held on February 1 at the Drury Lane Theatre…
Read MoreOut & About: Looking to get outside this spring? Local activities abound.
South Side St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 17 @ 12 PM southsideirishparade.org Calling all lads and lasses! Experience the luck of the Irish and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at one…
Read MoreMend a Heart Foundation
Photos by Laura Meyer A country western hoedown was held in February by Mend a Heart Foundation benefiting kids born with congenital heart defects. One hundred percent of the proceeds…
Read MorePeak Performance: Alex Pancoe reaches new heights for a cause
By Anna Hughes Meet Alex Pancoe: husband, father, philanthropist, and adventurer. Pancoe, a Highland Park native, is not one to shy away from a challenge. He’s scaled all seven summits,…
Read MoreSpring Break Travel Essentials
As the days get longer and trees start to bloom, we know that spring and summer travel are right on the horizon. Whether you’re planning a weekend couples getaway, a…
Read MoreRight on Course: Local youth caddies awarded Evans Scholarships
By Anna Hughes In 1930, the Western Golf Association and Charles “Chick” Evans Jr. established the Evans Scholars Foundation to provide full tuition and housing scholarships to outstanding caddies. To…
Read MoreFoundation 205
Photos by Laura Meyer Showcase 2024, Imagine and Inspire, took place in early February at Medinah Country Club. The fundraising gala supports Foundation 205’s mission to ensure all Elmhurst Public…
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