Elmhurst Issue Sept-Oct 2025
Music at the Gazebo
Photos by Elmhurst Magazine The Spring Road Business Association’s Music at the Gazebo celebrated its 23rd season, offering free Thursday evening concerts from June 12–August 7 in Elmhurst. The lineup featured rock, country, jazz, pop, and more in a family-friendly outdoor setting. Attendees brought picnics, chairs, and blankets for an unforgettable community experience.
Read MoreTake the Stage
Rediscover passion, purpose, and performance—at any age. By Laura Michaud & Melissa G. Wilson “It’s never too late to start something new.” That timeless encouragement takes on deeper meaning in the world of performing arts. Whether you’re pulling a long-lost instrument out of storage, stepping into a spotlight for the first time, or returning to…
Read MoreThe Drake Legacy: From Chicago to Ethiopia
By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff Twelve years ago, a young man from a small village in Ethiopia walked through the doors of the Drake Hotel in Oak Brook, Illinois. He didn’t wear a suit. He didn’t know who owned the building. He only knew one thing: he wanted to be part of something great. That…
Read MoreDrive Time
Oak Brook Golf Club driving range offers year-round play For nearly a century, golf has been a way of life in Oak Brook, bringing together precision, passion, and community. At the heart of this tradition is Oak Brook Golf Club, a public gem with a private feel that blends rich history with an exciting future.…
Read MoreMidwest Style, National Spotlight
Oakbrook Center Named Top U.S. Destination By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff, Photo courtesy of Brookfield Properties Oakbrook Center has earned national recognition, ranking No. 4 in USA TODAY’s 2025 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best U.S. Shopping Centers. As the only Illinois destination to make the top 10, Oakbrook stands out for its unique blend of…
Read MoreNext Chapter, New Home
Should you upsize or downsize after the kids move out? By Amy Robey, Vice President, Marketing & Communications at Mainstreet REALTORS® Considering moving once your kids are officially out of the house? You aren’t alone. After owning their homes for a decade or more, and often raising a family there, buyers are dipping their toes…
Read MoreThe Real-Life Overlook Hotels Shine On
No evidence of Red Rum at the Stanley Hotel or Timberline Lodge By Maureen Callahan | Photos courtesy of the Stanley Hotel and Timberline Lodge “…..we all shine on, like the moon and the stars and the sun….” It’s likely John Lennon had no idea his song, “Instant Karma,” would inspire the title of one…
Read MoreHead West for Fall Fun
West on I-90 to Route 20 for a great fall getaway By Maureen Callahan Thinking of heading out for a weekend this fall? Most Chicagoans leaf-peep in Michigan or Wisconsin. This year, take I-90 west to Route 20 west for some fun fall destinations. Rockford Originally named Midway, due to its situation halfway between Chicago…
Read MoreElmhurst City Centre
Elmhurst City Centre is more than just the geographic heart of Elmhurst—it’s a creative, cultural, and commercial hub that thrives on connection and collaboration. Under the direction of Tom Paravola, City Centre has become a vibrant destination through thoughtful marketing, community-driven programming, and beautification efforts that enhance the everyday experience downtown. “Our mission is to…
Read MoreDave Oberg, Elmhurst History Museum Executive Director
The history of a town plays a key role in the way a municipality evolves and the identity for which it comes to be known. Keeping track of our local history for us, while presenting it in meaningful ways, is Elmhurst History Museum Director (EHM), Dave Oberg. “We have a terrific team here, and I…
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