SOLAR ECLIPSE TIME LAPSE
AROUND TOWN
Elmhurst 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...
ART + CULTURE
A 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...
FOOD & DRINK
Oak Brook: A True Dining Mecca
Oak Brook offers residents and visitors an array of nearly 80 dining destinations, from fine dining to quick-serve restaurants. It has evolved into a...
GIVING BACK
Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity
This year marks the 116th edition of the Chicago Auto Show, North America's longest-running auto exposition. First staged in 1901, the show brings thousands...
BUSINESS + MONEY
United Real Estate Grand Opening
United Real Estate Chicago celebrated its Grand Opening last month at 1600 W.16th Street in Oak Brook. The event was hosted by Rick Williams,...
Welcome In! The Drake Oak Brook’s elegance and charm are...
By Maureen Callahan
One of the best things about luxury travel is the accommodation. What makes a hotel memorable? Décor? Amazing cuisine? Unparalleled hospitality? To...
SPORTS
Stan Mikita’s Hockey School helps Deaf players gain skills while building...
By Maureen Callahan
Each June, 80 kids from every corner of the country come to Itasca to participate in Stan Mikita’s Hockey School for the...
Outdoor-minded Keizer chooses Olivet Nazarene University for basketball
By Jeff Vorva
Timothy Christian senior Alex Keizer says he loves the outdoors. As a matter of fact, he hopes for a career in environmental...
HEALTH + LIFE
The Greatest Gift: Organ donation saves lives daily
Organ donation saves lives daily, as Amy Kilner and John Hickey know first hand
BY VALERIE HARDY
March holds National Awkward Moments Day and April National...
Peak 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....
TRAVEL
Spring 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...
Iceland
By Maureen Callahan
Consider checking out this European destination in winter. You’ll need to outfit carefully for outdoor activities, but average temperatures are not much...
SPOTLIGHT
Meet the Chief: Dick Dufort take takes the helm at the...
By Anna Hughes
Since 1972, Dick Dufort has called Elmhurst home. And that’s something he’s very proud of.
His colleagues joke that his car stops running...
EDUCATION: Nazareth Academy
Independent and private schools continue to prosper
There are several exceptionally strong schools in the western suburbs. Many schools have a rich history and are...
NEWS & EVENTS
Right 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...
Making a Comeback: The Return of the Cicadas
By Anna Hughes | Photos courtesy of the The Morton Arboretum
A rare ecological event is happening this spring and summer, but it comes with...
HISTORY VAULT
Rudy: 30 years later, Rudy walks on with a new generation
By Maureen Callahan
Everybody loves an underdog. Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger is one of the most memorable in the history of film. Thirty years ago, audiences...
JIM PETERIK INTERVIEW
LATEST STORIES
Building the Bears: Elmhurst Youth Football & Cheer Thrives
Local youth football organization gives “safety”
in football a whole new meaning
By Anna Hughes | Photos by Victor Hilitski
It started with four dads and a...
Anchored in Gratitude: Allison Rosati
NBC 5’s Allison Rosati talks farm life, faith and fame
By Anna Hughes | Photos by Victor Hilitski
For some, 5 p.m. signals the end of...
A 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...
Elmhurst 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...
Out & 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...
The Greatest Gift: Organ donation saves lives daily
Organ donation saves lives daily, as Amy Kilner and John Hickey know first hand
BY VALERIE HARDY
March holds National Awkward Moments Day and April National...
Peak 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....
Spring 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...
Right 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...
Foundation 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...
Making a Comeback: The Return of the Cicadas
By Anna Hughes | Photos courtesy of the The Morton Arboretum
A rare ecological event is happening this spring and summer, but it comes with...
Sound Familiar? Kristina Klemetti gives voice to her vocation
By Valerie Hardy
Kristina Klemetti may be a familiar face around town, but her voice is one that is well-known worldwide. Klemetti, an Elmhurst-based audiobook...
Meet the Chief: Dick Dufort take takes the helm at the Elmhurst Fire Department
By Anna Hughes
Since 1972, Dick Dufort has called Elmhurst home. And that’s something he’s very proud of.
His colleagues joke that his car stops running...
Stan Mikita’s Hockey School helps Deaf players gain skills while building community
By Maureen Callahan
Each June, 80 kids from every corner of the country come to Itasca to participate in Stan Mikita’s Hockey School for the...
Outdoor-minded Keizer chooses Olivet Nazarene University for basketball
By Jeff Vorva
Timothy Christian senior Alex Keizer says he loves the outdoors. As a matter of fact, he hopes for a career in environmental...
Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity
This year marks the 116th edition of the Chicago Auto Show, North America's longest-running auto exposition. First staged in 1901, the show brings thousands...
Anchoring Communities with a Proud History
In 2024, Clarendon Hills commemorates a significant milestone—the 100th anniversary of its establishment, acclaimed as the "Volunteer Village". Beginning this April, the village is...
Jim Peterik
Award-winning songwriter and musician, Jim Peterik, has had a remarkable journey in the music industry, including collaborations with renowned artists and experiences born out...
Oak Brook: A True Dining Mecca
Oak Brook offers residents and visitors an array of nearly 80 dining destinations, from fine dining to quick-serve restaurants. It has evolved into a...
Elmhurst University introduces multimillion-dollar health science hub
A $30 million, 45,000-square-foot addition is coming to Elmhurst University’s campus: the new Health Sciences Building. University officials said this space will be a...
Ring in a happy and healthy New Year
Top ten habits to start the year off right
By Cynthia Maquet
1 Movement
Take the short walks, take the stairs, march in place – whatever you...
Happy New Year from the Elmhurst Magazine team!
This was a big year for us here in Elmhurst. Our first issue was launched in March, and we were welcomed with open arms....
Hello Winter
Willowbrook Ice Arena Public Skate
Fridays from 7:15 - 8:45 PM and Sundays from 1:30-3 PM
willowbrookicearena.com
For ice skating that isn’t dependent on the weather, head...
York freshman makes impact at state tennis
By Jeff Vorva
York High School freshman CJ Coan was thrown into the fire on the first day.
Pity that poor fire.
The original idea was for...
The Elmhurst Garden Club gives back in more ways than one
By Anna Hughes
Not everyone has the gift of a green thumb, but Elmhurst Garden Club members ensure the whole community benefits from theirs. The...
Local area tennis team takes second in nationals
By Jeff Vorva
For years, Colleen Stover had been a proud spectator of her daughter, Shannon.
Shannon Stover is a tennis player, and Colleen was with...
Elmhurst dancer takes center stage at Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
By Anna Hughes
At first glance, Sheppard Littrell may seem like your average sixth grader.
He plays baseball (like many other middle school boys), he loves...
Chicago Auto Show: First Look for Charity supports the Turning Pointe Autism Foundation
By Anna Hughes
Approximately one in 36 children across the United States will receive an autism diagnosis. This news is burdensome for families who have...
EDUCATION: Nazareth Academy
Independent and private schools continue to prosper
There are several exceptionally strong schools in the western suburbs. Many schools have a rich history and are...
EDUCATION: Timothy Christian Schools
Independent and private schools continue to prosper
There are several exceptionally strong schools in the western suburbs. Many schools have a rich history and are...
Rudy: 30 years later, Rudy walks on with a new generation
By Maureen Callahan
Everybody loves an underdog. Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger is one of the most memorable in the history of film. Thirty years ago, audiences...
The Essentials: Winter Clothing and Accessory Trends
By Anna Hughes
Winter in the Midwest can feel endless at times. Consider these suggestions to keep it cozy this season.
Elmhurst Park District Tree Lighting
Photos courtesy of the Elmhurst Park District
The Elmhurst Park District kicked off the holiday season in early December at the Tree Lighting in Wilder...