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Center Stage: Broadway’s Anthony Michael Lopez
Many young actors aspire to perform on Broadway someday. For York graduate Anthony Michael Lopez, that day is every day. He is currently appearing in Our Town at the Barrymore Theatre. Lopez began developing his artistic talents early in life at Elmhurst Children’s Theatre. He continued to hone these skills at York, where he appeared…
Read MoreThe Elmhurst Model Railroad Club provides fun for all ages
By Katie Bolinger Just across the street from the Union Pacific West (UP-W) Line, behind an unassuming door, and down a flight of stairs, you’ll find the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club (EMRRC). This hidden gem is a paradise for train enthusiasts. You can ring the bell of a real Santa Fe prairie-type locomotive to announce…
Read MoreThe 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 122 members work throughout the year to share their love for gardening and conservation, and are dedicated to keeping Elmhurst beautiful. Founded in 1926, the club has a reputation for…
Read MoreA Sweet Remembrance: Elmhurst native Jerry Ostermann resurrects a part of Chicago history
By Maureen Callahan Since the late 19th century and many decades thereafter, one-third of the candy produced in the United States was made in Chicago. During its heyday, over 25,000 workers in the City of Chicago were employed by more than a hundred candy companies. Everyone is familiar with the heavy hitters – Wrigley, Tootsie…
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