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Planting Joy in Elmhurst
The story behind Melina Scotte’s latest Elmhurst mural By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff | Photo courtesy of the City of Elmhurst When you step inside the parking garage at 120 W. Adelaide St. in downtown Elmhurst, you’re greeted not by gray concrete but by a sweeping vision of growth, beauty, and resilience. The new mural,…
Read MoreFestive Florals
Annual flower display showcases holiday horticulture BY ANNA HUGHES | Photos courtesy of Elmhurst Park District Each December, Elmhurst’s Wilder Park Conservatory transforms into a holiday oasis. Guests can step out of the winter cold and into a world of vibrance, warmth, and a little holiday magic. The annual Holiday Flower Show focuses on poinsettias—…
Read MoreMinistry by Mail
Cancer survivor spreads hope through faith-based nonprofit By Anna Hughes | Photos courtesy of Phil’s Friends At age 22, Phil Zielke was a healthy college soccer player who suddenly found himself battling an unexplained illness. Over the course of a year, he’d lost 40 pounds and dealt with constant night sweats, hip pain, and dangerously…
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Former York running star Newman mourned BY JEFF VORVA The cross-country season in the fall and track season in the spring will go on without Mike Newman, but to many, it just won’t be the same. Mike Newman was known to many as “Mr. Newton.” He was respected across the state. Newman died in early…
Read MoreDouble Honors for Oak Brook Parks
National Gold Medal and Academy Fellowship spotlight district’s outstanding leadership BY HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF The Oak Brook Park District has once again earned national acclaim, receiving the 2025 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management—the highest distinction in the field. The award was presented by the American Academy for Park…
Read MoreBrook Forest Elementary Ribbon Cutting
On Monday, August 18, Brook Forest Elementary officially unveiled its new, fully accessible playground in a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Families, staff, and community members gathered to celebrate inclusive design that enables play for all students. The project was made possible by community fundraising, with support from the school’s PTO, sponsors, and donors.
Read MoreHistoric St. John’s Church
A landmark that has evolved over a century and a half with roots remaining intact By Maureen Callahan The next time you drive the stretch of York Road between Ogden and 31st Street, notice the antique-looking church building on Washington Street near Fullersburg Woods. At first glance, historic St. John’s Community Church – located on…
Read MoreOak Brook International Festival
Photos courtesy of Village of Oak Brook Oak Brook hosted its second annual International Festival on Sept. 14 at the Bath & Tennis Club, celebrating the village’s cultural diversity. Residents representing nine countries organized exhibits, entertainment, and food vendors highlighting their heritage. The event featured live performances, cultural tents, raffles, and activities such as mehndi…
Read MoreWomen of Oak Brook
The Women of Oak Brook recently hosted Amalfi Nights at Labriola Ristorante — a lively evening of community, philanthropy, and coastal chic flair. With 90 guests in attendance, the event raised nearly $2,000 to support SEASPAR, which provides recreation programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Guests also donated 50 much-needed household items from SEASPAR’s…
Read MoreHome Court Advantage
Former HCHS tennis player now serves as head coach BY ANNA HUGHES When Shawna Zsinko became the head coach for Hinsdale Central’s varsity girls tennis team in 2017, her tennis journey had come full circle. Although she worked as a volunteer and assistant coach prior to her promotion, her start with the team was much…
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