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Chances are if you are reading this, it is because you are looking for something positive…a bit of an escape from the deluge of news and information from many media outlets.
Escape and positivity are what we strive to provide.
Fortunately, we live in an area where there are a lot of positives. Couple that with the good weather we’re having and everything that is being offered, and, all things considered, admit it: your glass is more than half-full.
Here’s a quick summary of the nearby happenings.
In addition to Uniquely Thursdays, summer concerts are everywhere so we put together a comprehensive list with details so you can make your plans.
Speaking of music and entertainment, Cathy Richardson, originally from Burr Ridge, and late of Jefferson Starship, has joined the Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts, to help move plans forward for that venue.
Cathy, of course, is a member of Hinsdale Central’s Hall of Fame.
We also put the spotlight on another local notable, Author Joan Walsh Anglund was a poet who also wrote Children’s books. All told, she published more than 120 books and
sold over 45 million copies.
If you are into golf, we’ve got choices galore… and you don’t even have to swing a club to have a good time, since many offer a pleasant setting for food and drink. Another neat place for a meal is Neat Kitchen & Bar, in Westmont.
As you are aware, beautiful homes abound in the area. We have picked out 5 which are not only
DuPage Pads (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) has significantly stepped up its support of families in need of housing. Now, instead of overnight accommodations, this group uses a former Downers Grove hotel so that families can stay longer until they find a path out of homelessness.
We not only acknowledge DuPage Pads, but we also use Community Scene to recognize many of the other volunteer organizations in the area
Lastly, Hinsdale Magazine sat down with Timothy Christian Schools Superintendent Matt Davidson and went on a tour of the campus. Davidson discussed the approach his school takes in educating children from pre-school through 12th grade.
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You don’t have to join a country club to enjoy a round of golf on a beautifully manicured course followed beverages and bites at a quality clubhouse or onsite restaurant. Whether you’re a scratch golfer or still growing your game, this list of local courses is sure to provide a pick with the perfect level of challenge and a stunning setting for your “nine and wine” outing or well-earned meal after playing 18. Not a golfer? Skip the greens, and head straight to the 19th hole!
ARROWHEAD GOLF CLUB
Wheaton
With three nine-hole courses, yielding three separate 18-hole configurations, golfers will not get tired of golfing Arrowhead, a staple in the western suburbs for nearly a century. Arrowhead Restaurant & Bar features a comprehensive lunch and dinner menu, and its dining terrace overlooking the course offers breathtaking views, especially at sunset.
BELMONT GOLF CLUB
Downers Grove
Formerly titled Downers Grove Golf Club, this historic nine-hole course reopened this season as Belmont Golf Club, a throwback to the site’s name in the late 19th and early 20th century. Signage denotes the holes’ unique new names, each reminiscent of the course’s or golf’s origins or descriptive of the hole’s layout. For example, the third hole is “Tweedie” after the course’s early president, and the fourth hole is “Blind” since
it contains a blind tee shot. A historic clock tower will round out the course’s refreshed yet classic vibe. After golfing, grab a drink in the recently renovated clubhouse or new pergola area.
The names – Woodside, Lakeside, and Hillside – of Cantigny’s three ninehole courses say it all. The picturesque, rolling terrain and 27 challenging holes have drawn golfers from near and far over the past three decades. Enjoy seasonal, house-made fare in Fareways Grill’s dining room, lounge, or covered patio, which overlook the course and Swan Lake.
This renowned club features four 18-hole courses. All are open to the public, including the nationally ranked Course No. 4, or “DUBSDREAD,” a long-standing stop on the PGA Tour. Cog Hill also offers 42 lighted and heated driving range bays with food and beverages available at the range. For a more leisurely drinking or dining experience, visit Cog Hill’s Bar & Grill for locally sourced menu items and a glass of Cog Hill Long Drive Ale, brewed by Lemont’s own Pollyana Brewing Company.
Mistwood Golf Club features 20 St. Andrews-style sod-wall bunkers, making the 18-hole course in suburban Chicago feel straight out of Scotland. To continue to experience a taste of Scotland, literally, visit McWethy’s Tavern for a hearty dinner or lighter lunch from the “Pick Two” menu. Seating is available in multiple dining areas and patios, and if you miss McWethy’s during the off-season, just join the Tavern’s SOUPscription service to receive four containers of the chef’s specialty soup each month.
Oak Brook
This pristine 18-hole course beckons golfers of all levels. For those wanting to finesse their swing this season, driving range memberships ($1,000) allow for unlimited use of the club’s north range April-October. With indoor and outdoor seating and a range of refreshments, the Patio Bar is a perfect place to unwind.
Villa Park
A nine-hole course owned and operated by the Elmhurst Park District and Village of Villa Park, Sugar Creek challenges experienced players yet is short enough to be accessible for beginning golfers. A three-acre pond comes into play on four holes. The clubhouse, featuring a banquet room, bar, and deck area, is an ideal setting to refuel after a round.
Glen Ellyn
Village Links boasts both a nine-hole and an 18-hole course and is both beautiful and functional. Owned by the village, it has a sophisticated stormwater detention system incorporated into the property. The course’s restaurant, Reserve 22 (named for the number lakes at the Links), was recently awarded the Diner’s Choice award for Best Outdoor Dining in the Chicago area, and with a bee apiary and greenhouse on site, the restaurant’s delectable dishes often feature its fresh honey and produce.
Oak Brook
Located on the grounds of the Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort, this 18-hole course features multi-tiered tees, providing a challenging golf experience for any player. The property has two restaurants on site, including the Tin Cup Bar & Grille, serving classic American fare. Visit Willow Crest to feel like you are on a golf getaway just minutes from home!
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What is a friend? The answer depends on who you ask. A friend is someone who helps you. It’s someone with whom you have shared memories and common ground. A friend- above all- is someone who likes you.
Joan Walsh Anglund, a former Downers Grove and Hinsdale resident, was the children’s author who illustrated this fundamental idea on paper in 1958. But the echoes of Anglund’s first book, A Friend is Someone Who Likes You, are still heard. Her work found its way to many corners of the eartheven through the wrought iron gates of Buckingham Palace and into the royal hands of noted fan, Queen Elizabeth II.
A Friend is Someone Who Likes You is the storybook that launched Anglund’s career as a children’s book author and illustrator. The idea for the simple yet profoundly themed story came shortly after her young family moved to New York City in the mid-1950s. Anglund and her children found themselves lonely after moving to the Big Apple. Longing for her Midwestern roots, she glanced out at the Manhattan skyline and imagined a potential friend behind every window.
She began to rethink her idea of friendship. “A friend can be a boy or a girl or a cat or a dog, or even a tree that lets you climb it easily,” Anglund once said. The overarching message to young readers is that sometimes, you have to find your friends. A Friend is Someone Who Likes You was named one of the New York Times’s ten best-illustrated books of 1958. The book, still in print, has sold four million copies.
The story came alive through illustrations of her own children playing in nature. “My mother always carried a sketch pad with her,” said daughter Joy Anglund Harvey. “She was always drawing and writing little poetic phrases.”
Ironically, the sketches were based on a family farm- a now-developed plot of land on Plainfield Rd in south Downers Grove. “That farm is a huge part of my memory,” said Joy. “We spent every summer at the farm
in Downers Grove.”
The book launched a wildly successful career that spanned half a century and produced over 120 titles. All touch on universal themes such as love, friendship, and holidays. Titles such as Look Out the Window (1962), What Color is Love (1966), and Spring is a New Beginning (1963), are works of Anglund’s collection that have sold 50 million copies in 17 languages.
Anglund came to be known for her iconic illustrations in which children have only eyes- no other facial features. “Children move too quickly,” she once offered by way of explanation for her distinct style. “I didn’t have time to draw their whole faces.”
For inspiration, she largely observed her children and grandchildren at play. “My mother came into our rooms and sketched the toys on the floor, our living room at Christmas-
The local area native who became a world-renowned children’s authorAnglund’s iconic style of eyes as the only facial feature became her trademark. Joan Walsh Anglund, courtesy of the Anglund Family.
time, my cat, the dresses and overalls we wore,” said Joy, fondly. Anglund often discreetly wove a child’s name into a scene. Anglund’s son, Toddwhom she lost at an early age- served as the muse for the title character, The Brave Cowboy (1959), and its sequels.
Born Joan May Walsh in Hinsdale in 1926, Anglund lived with her family in Downers Grove for the first decade of her life. The child of two artists, Anglund often drew in the attic of the family’s Prince Pond home. Her father, Thomas Walsh, was a commercial artist who drew one of the versions of the iconic Morton Salt girl. He frequently drew whimsical, illustrated messages for his family on the porcelain kitchen table before leaving for the day. He nurtured his daughter’s talent as he taught her drawing techniques.
Anglund attended kindergarten at Avery Coonley School, which had a profound impact on her. “My mother told wonderful stories, well into her nineties, of being outdoors and taking nature walks on the school’s wooded grounds,” said Joy. “It’s how she learned to love nature.”
The primary years were spent at St Joseph School. Anglund’s family lived on Saratoga, just blocks away. She and her sister bounced down the sidewalk to 6 a.m. mass every day, after which they sewed the altar cloths before school began. “My grandmother remembered the nuns who taught her
as being strict, but she loved them,” said granddaughter Emily Anglund Nellen. “They instilled a strong faith in her, which grounded her life.”
The next few years were wrought with tragedy. Anglund’s younger sister died of spinal meningitis as a toddler. Her grandfather was killed in a train accident, and her father by a drunk driver shortly thereafter. With the Great Depression looming, Anglund’s mother packed her and her sister into the family car and drove to Florida. They stayed a year. “It was the best thing we could have done,” Anglund later told filmmaker Tim Jackson in a documentary about her life. “We were able to be outside in nature all the time. It helped us heal.”
A year later, the family moved back to the area. They settled in Hinsdale, with Anglund’s grandparents. She graduated from Hinsdale High School in 1944. She went on to attend The School of the Art Institute. As a student, she met her husband, Robert Anglund, a student at The Goodman Theater across the street. The two
married a year later.
Anglund pursued her dreams as a commercial artist. Among other opportunities, she worked a stint for Marshall Field & Company. A few years later, the couple moved their family to New York and eventually Connecticut, where they built a life on the east coast.
She imparted her free-spirited nature to her family. “My children grew up in my art studio,” Anglund recounted. Not one to take time from her children during the day, she often worked through the night. Her career took an upward turn as she built a cottage industry as her characters appeared on Hallmark cards, dolls, bedsheets, and beach towels.
Her work closely followed a nature theme. She made her children’s childhood idyllic. “Getting outside into nature was a daily requirement,” said Joy. “Rain or shine, we went outside and always reported what we observed while building a snowman or jumping in leaves.” Anglund and her family spent 60 summers on Nantucket Island. “My mother loved the sea and that was a great place to be outdoors,” Joy remembered.
Despite her great success, the author led a quiet and humble life. She greeted a fan waiting for an autograph like they were the only person who ever asked. “My grandmother was always thrilled at the impact her work had on people,” said Emily. “Her goal was never to become famous; just to create her artwork.”
Anglund passed away in 2021 at the age of 95. “I don’t know why I was given such a good life,” she once said, smiling. Regardless of her age, her spirit was eternally that of a child. “I have no intention to be old and sensible,” Anglund said. “Because every day, the world is new to me.”
For a poignant look at the author’s life, check out Joan Walsh Anglund: Life in Story and Poem, a documentary by Tim Jackson. ■
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For the last 35 years, many in this community remember assisting DuPagePads- formerly known by the acronym P.A.D.S.- Public Action to Deliver Shelter- in their church basements. Scout troops, youth groups and others, made up a cast of thousands of volunteers that cared for their neighbors’ most basic human needs. From organizing supply drives, to making dinner, to setting out the actual pads for guests to sleep on, the organization has brought DuPage County residents in from the cold. And cared for them. And made them feel wanted and welcome.
In the former congregate model, people would arrive in the evening, use the shower, have dinner, and go to sleep. Most had nowhere to go after breakfast the next morning. Often, they spent the day trying to get to the next shelter, on public transportation, often with children in tow.
It’s impossible to build a life in that situation, let alone manage the stress and anxiety that accompany it.
The pandemic forced the hand of an overdue solution. Congregate shelters,
deemed unsafe in March of 2020, were closed, leaving many homeless DuPage residents literally out in the cold. April Redzic, President & CEO of DuPagePads, was brand new to the organization at that moment. She assembled her team and took a hard look at the situation.
They decided to pivot the entire Pads shelter model from single nights at church locations to one of temporary residency. Their medical-respite location, a former Downers Grove hotel, became an interim-housing complex. The major change was one of the first under Redzik’s tenure.
DuPage is the first community in this state, and one of only three in the country, to utilize this residential prototype. “As we pioneer this model, I meet regularly with other shelter providers who are looking to set up a similar situation,” said Redzik. “The data shows how well this works for our clients, so while we’re the first, we certainly won’t be alone.”
So far, the new model has brought many positive changes. Data collected from residents who were surveyed showed a 75% decrease in mental and physical health incidents among clients, simply because people had a safe place to stay.
DuPagePads is now able to accommodate short term, emergency housing situations, as well as several-month stays. Unlike the former congregate model, clients now have their own space, similar to an apartment complex. “It’s amazing how life improves when people have
a front door and shower of their own,” Redzic commented. “While the goal is to have clients and families stay in interim housing for as few days as possible, they are welcome to stay until a suitable housing alternative becomes available.”
ter- a career and vocational service, offers clients access to the skills necessary to find employment. Plans are in the works for College of DuPage to partner with the organization to offer GED classes, as well as IT certification, job coaching, and interview prep. Onsite computers are available to aid clients with job searching.
The shift in the housing model has brought DuPagePads’ ultimate goal more clearly into the light-to help clients find a permanent way out of homelessness and into a new life. Clients now have daytime hours to spend on resources to help better their situation. Time formerly spent moving to the next shelter during the day, is now freed up to spend with their case managers, social workers assigned to each client. The Empowerment Cen-
From their interim-housing stop, DuPagePads works to connect clients with other options in the community for housing, whether that’s an apartment they are renting on their own after they’ve become employed, another housing provider in the community, or another social services program that will help them with their unique needs. Each client has their own situation, so case managers work to help them end their homelessness in the best way for their circumstances.
For Redzic, now in her third year at
Redzic at A Taste of Hope, DuPagePads' yearly fundraiser“I don’t think people appreciate the bravery it takes to walk into an unfamiliar space and tell strangers you have no home.”
-APRIL REDZIK, DUPAGEPADS PRESIDENT & CEO
the helm of DuPagePads, ensuring shelter is a cause for which she has always had a particular passion. But it’s nothing new. Her mother led by example, encouraging Redzic as a child to bake cupcakes for a homeless shelter near Joliet, in hopes of making the guests smile. Her mother still works in a food bank. Caring for others is a quality tightly woven into the fabric of her family.
Redzic began her career as the editor of Spirit, Catholic Charities’ donor magazine. She eventually worked up to the role of Director of Communications. During that time, she also helped found a literacy program at a homeless shelter in the city. She found herself at the crossroads of remaining in non-profit work and returning to school to pursue a Doctorate of English.
on to Kids Above All, a Chicagoland non-profit based on child welfare and early education.
Her experience helped her hone the skills she uses daily to promote DuPagePads’ feeling of home. She sees each client as an individual with a unique set of circumstances. They’re everyday people, needing some temporary assistance as they overcome a stumbling block on their journey.
The nature of the organization is one which sees the full circle of life. Of their approximately 300 clients, about a hundred are children. Since DuPagePads acquired the property last March, six clients have welcomed new babies.
resource room, located onsite, is stocked with toiletries, clothing, food, and other sundries. A recent Mother’s Day brunch donated by several volunteer groups gave resident moms their first reason in a while to smile.
An unexpected detour presented itself one freezing cold Christmas morning as she watched two little boys squeal with joy while dodging ice banks in a shelter parking lot as they rode new scooters. They had just received their first-ever Christmas gifts.
“That was it for me,” Redzic smiled, as she recalled the scene. “That moment changed my life. Those little kids stole my heart.”
She earned a Master of Non-Profit Administration from Notre Dame. Her first few years in the field were spent at United Way, before moving
A client in their care is currently in stage four cancer. “We want him to feel cared for, while also having as much independence and dignity as possible,” Redzic feels. “Him being with us, versus being unsheltered, or living in a car, for example, is just so much better. I’m glad he’s here.”
A couple that came to DuPagePads last year were placed in supportive housing (subsidized housing for clients who have been homeless and meet eligibility requirements). They recently passed away, but it was with dignity, in their own space. While the community mourned them, they were also able to celebrate that their former clients were independent, with their own space, at the end of their lives.
While they’re there, every effort is made for clients to feel at home. A
Designs with Dignity, a non-profit organization, is currently working to execute plans to make the former hotel rooms at the interim housing complex more family or roommate friendly. “While folks are here with us, we want them to feel as welcome and comfortable as possible on their journey out of homelessness,” said Redzik. “People come with belongings and need space.” Updates to the property are ongoing, including repairing the exterior stucco, building an outdoor play area, and creating a pleasant garden space for clients to enjoy.
Every year, Taste of Hope, DuPagePads’ annual fundraiser, raises money for the organization’s current needs. Last year’s event raised the final dollars needed to purchase the hotel that has become the interim housing residence. This year’s proceeds will go toward the new kitchen, which is in the process of being built.
“I don’t think people appreciate the bravery it takes to walk into an unfamiliar space and tell strangers you have no home,” said Redzic, when asked to sum up her clearest observation thus far. “So often we have the head of a family walk in and tell us just that, for the sake of their children. It takes a ton of courage.” Come what may, DuPagePads will help. ■
Cathy Richardson Singer and Songwriter Jefferson Starship
BY SCOTT JONLICH | PHOTOS BY VICTOR HILITSKI
Cathy Richardson is one of Hinsdale Central’s most famous Hall of Fame members. She lived in Burr Ridge while attending Hinsdale Central and graduated in 1987. To quote her induction statement as a 2020 Hall of Fame inductee, “Her music career was in full swing at Central, where she was part of the vocal music department. She participated in the spring performances of the operetta as well as the Madrigal singers.”
Today, Cathy is the lead singer for the band Jefferson Starship. In her career, she has written, produced, and released many albums and has sung on many national television and radio commercials. In 1999, Richardson was cast as Janis Joplin in the musical biopic “Love, Janis.” In 2018, singer-songwriter and fellow Jefferson Airplane member Grace Slick invited Richardson to sing in her place when Jefferson Airplane accepted its Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. The story from sister publication Elmhurst Magazine highlights her current activities. As a resident of Elmhurst since 1995, she recently joined the Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts Board.
ecently, Cathy Richardson who also happens to live in Elmhurst, has joined the Board of Directors for the Elmhurst Centre For Per-
As ECPA Board Member Laura Michaud puts it, “Cathy sees ECPA’s potential and needs through the lens of a top-level artist, and we are
In a recent Elmhurst Magazine exclusive interview, Cathy elaborated, “I have been extremely fortunate to perform all over the world and I have come to understand what a venue should offer to performers, and what a venue should offer to audiences. I also think I can help in fundraising, certainly by performing; and by offering auctions of autographed guitars and other memorabilia, among other
“And, last, but not least, I know people in the world of music whom I can help bring to Elmhurst. I have a commitment from Jefferson Starship to
perform on opening night.”
“All in all, I love the idea of what ECPA can mean to the community, and to the considerable talent in this town.”
In speaking further with Laura Michaud, a founder of Chicago performing arts venue, Stage 773, she gave us this perspective: “For decades, many attempted initiatives took place in support of the arts in Elmhurst to establish a venue for performing arts. Certainly, the talent is here: Elmhurst Symphony, the Elmhurst Children’s Theater, Elmhurst University Jazz Band, DuPage Dance Studio, and award-winning York High School musical shows, among others, provide a steady stream of talented local people to perform. The problem has been a lack of a venue. Groups have been predominantly performing in churches, schools, even bars.”
”So, in 2016, in discussions with several interested artists, business people, and an architect, we formed a Board and began our initiative for the “Elmhurst Centre For Performing Arts”.
“After much work and many studies ensuring viability, land for ECPA was secured in 2019 on 1st Avenue. It is in the heart of Elmhurst’s City Centre and just steps away from the Elmhurst train station, making it easy for people in the surrounding areas to attend.”
“After the lull of the pandemic between 2019 and 2022, the momentum is back and the timing is right. Not only do we have Cathy, but we have other board members who also have a passion for the arts and a desire to help fundraise.
“We have even created a video to illustrate what could be possible.” (Go to www.ecpa-elmhurst.org to see the video.)
Michaud says, “Timing is better now, too. There’s always been interest in the arts in the western suburbs and it is even better now with the demographic shift we have seen over the last 10 years. Newer residents, from Chicago, enjoy and live in downtown Elmhurst. Many of these couples, empty nesters, and singles are also interested in the arts. ECPA will add to the downtown ‘vibe’” ■
For over two decades, The Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce has successfully grown its weekly summer live concerts. Today, Uniquely Thursdays continues to thrive. Every summer, residents from Hinsdale and attendees from surrounding communities come to enjoy food and drinks in a welcoming atmosphere with great live music.
Originally located on First Street with a six-inch stage, the event moved south of the tracks to Burlington Park in 2008. The event has nearly 1,000 attendees on certain nights, allowing many to see familiar friends and faces. This year, Uniquely Thursday kicked off the season, featuring cover band SEMPLE performing vari ous music genres.
For the rest of your sum mer enjoyment, here is a guide to Summer Con certs in our little corner of the world, including Uniquely Thursdays.
Almost every day of the week, there is a concert to enjoy. ■
FRIDAY, JULY 14: Soul Asylum and Special Guests The Verve Pipe
SATURDAY, JULY 15: Macy Gray
FRIDAY, JULY 21: Vertical Horizon
SATURDAY, JULY 22: Plain White T's
Reserve a spot on the East Mall starting at 6 p.m. VIP ticket holders will have early access starting at 5:30 p.m. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and conclude with a 30-minute light show and dance party. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and your own picnic, or enjoy a variety of food options, including two food trucks. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase within the zoo. Concert tickets are $45 for general admission, with a discounted rate of $40 for Brookfield Zoo members. A VIP ticket, which includes early access to the venue at 5:30 p.m. and free parking, is $55. To purchase tickets, visit CZS.org/ConcertsforConservation.
THURSDAY, JULY 13: Strung Out
THURSDAY, JULY 20: School of Rock House Band + Reckless
THURSDAY, JULY 27: Radius + Chicago
Experience
FREE Concerts take place every Thursday evening through July 27. The concerts are held on The Village Green from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tickets are not required, with walk-ins welcome; however, RSVPs are encouraged to receive event updates. You may arrive as early as 6:00 p.m. to grab your spot and relax before the music begins. Bring your own chairs and blankets for seating. Visit shopburrridge.com for more information.
for more information.
CLARENDON HILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS "DANCIN' IN THE STREET"
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12: dirty pop
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19: Anchors Away
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26: Fuze
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2: Whoosh
FREE, each Wednesday from July 12 through August 2, starting at 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., in downtown Clarendon Hills (Prospect Avenue from Park Avenue to Burlington Avenue). Bring your chairs and blankets for seating. A beer tent is available to purchase from; no private alcohol is allowed. Residents can support the concerts by buying specialty vehicle stickers for a donation minimum of $10 over the Village Sticker price ( www.clarendonhills.us/ stickers). Visit clarendonhillschamber.com
DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT PRESENTS "SUMMER CONCERT SERIES"
TUESDAY, JULY 11: HiFi Superstar
TUESDAY, JULY 18:
Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
TUESDAY, JULY 25: No Turn On Red
TUESDAY, AUGUST 1: Billy Elton
TUESDAY, AUGUST 8: The Mackenzie O'Brien Band
TUESDAY, AUGUST 15: Valius
The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings through August 15 and feature rock, country, blues, and oldies. Watch the shows at Fishel Park, 1036 Grove Street in Downers Grove. Remember to bring your lawn chairs or blankets. Doors open, and food and beverage sales begin at 6:00 p.m. each Tuesday. Music will play between 7:00 and 8:30 p.m. Visit dgparks.org for more information.
ELMHURST CITY CENTRE PRESENTS "WEDNESDAY NIGHTS LIVE"
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12: Funky Monks
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19: Run Forrest Run
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26: Small Town
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2: How Rude
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9: Who's Who
FREE concerts from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings, at North York Stage, just North of 254 North York Street, under the Umbrella Sky Installation. Parking is available in any of the five parking decks in downtown Elmhurst. Restaurants and bars are within walking distance. Visit elmhurstcitycetre. com for more information.
THURSDAY, JULY 13: Ann Stewart and the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band
THURSDAY, JULY 20: Sting Rays
THURSDAY, JULY 27: One Foot In The Groove Free Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Bring your blankets, baskets, and lawn chairs for these fantastic performances. In Central Park Performing Arts Pavilion, 1500 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook. Visit obparks.org for more information.
HINSDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS "UNIQUELY THURSDAYS"
THURSDAY, JULY 13: Reckless
THURSDAY, JULY 20: Sushi Roll
THURSDAY, JULY 27: Nerdvana
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3: Libido Funk Circus
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10: Rockstar Rodeo
THURSDAY, AUGUST 17: 7th Heaven
Uniquely Thursdays will continue in Burlington Park through August 17 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Grab your blankets, chairs, and your spots early. Located between Garfield and Washington Streets on Chicago Avenue, patrons can gather for free music with beer, wine & food available for purchase. As a fundraiser, all outside alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. Visit hinsdalechamber. com for more information.
WESTMONT PARK DISTRICT PRESENTS CONCERTS
Check out classic cars on Friday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Warren Avenue. Visit downtowndg.org for more information.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19: Rockin' Fenderskirts
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16: Beatelles
Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs, blankets, and dance moves to Westmont and enjoy an evening of outdoor entertainment. Concerts are held at various parks in the community on Wednesday evenings from 7–8:30 p.m. Visit westmontparks.org for more information.
Visit the two-day festival full of bands, food, a family fun zone, and more on Friday, September 8, and Saturday, September 9. Headliners include Too Much Molly, Hello Weekend, ARRA, and Sixteen Candles. Visit elmhurstcitycentre.com for more information.
ELMHURST CRAFT BEER FEST
Held on the grounds at Elmhurst History Museum, join this event on Saturday, September 16, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to taste some craft brews, ciders, and hard seltzers and listen to live music. Visit elmhurstcraftebeerfest.com for more information.
Join the Oak Brook Polo Club for a Sunday match. Most events and matches begin at 1:00 p.m. and end with the awards ceremony at 5:15 p.m. Tickets range from general admission to reserved tables. Visit oakbrookpoloclub.com for more information.
Presented by Westmont Special Events, Taste of Westmont is an award-winning, 4-day summer festival featuring excellent food, great music, an all-ages carnival, and kids' entertainment. The event will occur from July 13 to July 16 in downtown Westmont. Visit westmontevents.com for more information.
OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT PRESENTS "ROCKIN' SUMMER CONCERT SERIES" Downers Grove "Concerts in the Park" Photo by Laura Meyer
Lifelong friends John Taylor and Matt Verde, owners of Neat Kitchen and Bar in Westmont, met in sixth grade at Immaculate Conception Grade School in Elmhurst. After graduating together from high school, their careers took them separate ways, but both pursued careers in the restaurant industry. Between John’s experience as an owner/operator of an independent restaurant in Naperville and Matt’s background in the corporate restaurant industry, they have 40+ years in the industry combined.
After a few years of wanting to collaborate, an opportunity finally came to fruition. After learning that the previous owners of Neat Kitchen and Bar had closed the doors, the duo took over the restaurant in 2018 to establish what it is today – a unique and inviting independent restaurant in Westmont focused on great food, craft cocktails and hospitality.
Based on putting guests and staff first before anything else, John and Matt work towards creating a unique and inviting environment. “We offer a diverse menu, and our kitchen goes out of its way to ensure the food is consistent every time,” said Matt. John added, “Our service staff goes out of their way to deliver hospitality better than the rest.”
Guests come back time and time again for the signature Neat Burger. It boasts a tri-blend patty, cheddar cheese, house mayo, crispy shallots, and a fried duck egg on a toasted brioche bun. The dozen or so craft cocktails
created by the bar team, including the Neat Old Fashioned and Neat Manhattan, are signature bar staples. “We rarely say no to a request’” said Matt. “We thrive on the challenge, and if given the opportunity, Neat Kitchen and Bar will meet or exceed your expectations.
Neat Kitchen and Bar proudly supports Westmont and surrounding communities through charitable donations, hosting fundraising events and partnering with local organizations. Their philosophy of giving back
extends to their team, many of which have been with Neat Kitchen and Bar for years. “I’ve seen many of our staff graduate from high school and college to begin a career here or beyond. Knowing that we played a part in that success makes us proud,” said Matt.
Neat has recently begun building improvements and construction on a new permanent outdoor patio that is expected to be completed in July. This addition will provide more than 50 seats for outdoor dining, private events and more. ■
Raffaele Cirillo, the owner of Taurasi, was born in Gragnano, Italy - two miles from the Sorrento coast - into an entrepreneurial family with a passion for hospitality and cooking. Born into the hospitality business, his father began Raffaele’s cooking lessons at the age of nine and declared, “If you’re southern Italian and don’t cook, you’re no one!”
After traveling across Europe for several years, Raffaele moved to the United States, where his passion for the industry was realized. He completed the Second Level Wine Sommelier certification in 2016 at The International Wine & Spirits Guild in Denver. Rated as one of the top five wine schools in the country by The Wall Street Journal, he is part of a highly select group of sommelier owners in the Midwest.
Before opening Taurasi, he led a small local Italian restaurant in Indianapolis, earning the #1 rank in the state of Indiana. His passion for hospitality and cooking led him to open his own restaurant in Westmont, enabling him to share his unique family recipes with guests. Fittingly, his restaurant is named after one of the great Italian red wine appellations - Taurasi - found in the province of Avellino in the Campania region in southern Italy.
The menu at Taurasi focuses on quality ingredients to create authentic southern Italian cuisine and an eclectic wine menu cultivated by Raffaele himself. All dishes are prepared upon
order, and the pasta, sauces, desserts, and dressings are all from scratch. Taurasi offers a full gluten free menu, and because items are made to order from scratch, dietary restrictions are easily accommodated. “We are a replica of a southern Italian restaurant, cozy and welcoming with upscale food,” Raffaele said.
Opening amidst the pandemic was a feat in itself, but Raffaele and his team have successfully grown their patronage – many who return time and time again. “It is always great to see our regulars bring in their family and friends to introduce them to Taurasi and our 100% artisanal menu.” ■
Authentic. This word aptly describes Scott Harris Hospitality’s Vasili’s Mediterranean restaurant, nestled in Naperville’s downtown riverwalk. Named after the father-in-law of the renowned restauranteur Scott Harris (Papou is Greek for grandfather), the restaurant pays homage to the warmth and charm of Papou, whose legacy inspires Vasili’s hearth-fired Mediterranean fare. Loved by many and revered by all, his namesake restaurant has quickly become a destination to experience the authenticity of the Greek islands, with an atmosphere and a menu that transports customers to Greece on each visit.
Papou’s passion for flavorful cooking began as a child at his mother’s table but blossomed at his father’s restaurant. Today, at Vasili’s, almost everything is cooked over an open fire-75% of all items to be exact. This is unique for most restaurants within the United States, but more importantly, it provides an authentic Greek-Mediterranean experience for customers.
The centerpiece of Vasili’s kitchen is the custom-built hearth that allows staff to cook and grill items over wood; the hearth-grilling technique uses white oak to enhance the authentic flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. The menu includes octopus, gyros, paidakia, lamb porterhouse, fetabrined chicken, souvlaki, Vasili’s chips, and other traditional items. The seating allows people to witness the hearth in action, providing an elevated dining experience.
Opened in 2021, Vasili’s is part of
Scott Harris Hospitality, an iconic group of eateries and drinking establishments that have grown from its humble beginnings at Mia Francesca in downtown Chicago. The diversity of concepts from Scott Harris Hospitality ranges from festive Mexican taquerias to Vasili’s hearth-inspired Mediterranean restaurant, with a wine range of Italian trattorias throughout Chicagoland. Though the fare of each restaurant varies, every location operates on the same principles: simplicity,
hospitality, and quality.
Delicious family recipes cooked over a blazing hearth, surrounded by loved ones and friends, are the foundation of Vasili’s. Customers celebrate each meal with delicious food, laughter, music, and Ouzo. Visit the restaurant to dine on hearth-inspired Mediterranean dishes that have been handed down through generations- and in the words of Papou, “eat as strangers, leave as cousins.” ■
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Q: What is in a dermal filler?
A: Fillers are made with FDA approved substances injected beneath the skin. These include Hyaluronic Acid, Calcium Hydroxylapatite, and Poly-L-Lactic Acid. Poly-L-Lactic Acid also known as Sculptra is Dr. Steil’s favorite dermal filler. It is biocompatible, which makes it completely safe to use. It is a totally biodegradable synthetic substance,which means it dissolves. Lastly, it works by stimulating skin to rebuild the natural collagen resulting into smoother skin and greater volume.
Almost 20 years ago, Dr. Steil learned from the best, Danny Vleggar, MD. He was a trained Poly-L-Lactic Acid Specialist who taught her how to apply the filler like an expert. For aging facial skin, Poly-L-Lactic Acid can add volume, structure, balance and lift. For younger patients, it can be used to improve facial symmetry.
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thing— I don’t want people to know and I want to look natural. At CSC, we will make your treatment look natural,” says Dr. Steil. The physicians at CSC Dermatology, Dr. Steil and Dr. Bognet, have a combined 30 years of experience treating patients with fillers. They both agree that the best results are when you don’t look like you’ve had a filler. To make this possible, CSC offers only the most professional opinions and treatment styles in all of their procedures. The bottom line— experience matters. “Sometimes a filler is not the solution,” says Bognet and “we tell the patient no. An overfilled face is not on our style.”
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Parents certainly want their children to do well in school. In addition, for a large (and growing) number of families, one’s Christian faith is central – the virtues, the values, and the promises of the Bible.
When parents are serious about both, Timothy Christian Schools in Elmhurst is the perfect choice for preschool through high school, according to Superintendent Matt Davidson, in a recent interview with Elmhurst Magazine.
On our tour of the 24-acre school campus in south Elmhurst, Davidson said, “Starting with me, to every teacher, to every educational assistant, all 280 employees, we work hard to create a challenging and rewarding environment for our 1,250+ students. We partner with parents to help their children learn and grow in three areas: upholding Biblical truth, igniting academic growth, and inspiring courageous leadership – one student at a time.”
As the largest PS-12th grade Christian school in Illinois and one of the largest
in the country, Davidson admits that is a pretty ambitious set of goals. But he said, “By any measure, we are meeting them.”
“We are competitive academically with other top schools, public and private, with the added component of a strong connection rooted in the timeless values of the Bible,” Davidson said. “We have developed proven teaching/ learning strategies complemented with
DAVIDSON SURROUNDED BY STUDENTS ON CAMPUS.a perfect blend of innovation. Instead of teaching all the students in a given class the same material while giving the same assessments at the same pace, we look at data to determine how students are performing and then create a customized and appropriately challenging educational plan for each student. I know it sounds make-believe, but we’re doing it.”
The elementary school was recently only one of 6 in the state to win the “Whole Child Award” from the Illinois Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
– thus recognizing Timothy’s commitment to student growth in every way. When Timothy Christian high school students enter scholastic competitions in Engineering, Science, and Robotics, they’re almost always on the medal stand. For example, the Timothy Christian High
School ACES Team (Academic Challenge in Engineering and Science) won the State Championship this year, a highly competitive academic battle of private and public school scholars across Illinois. VEI, a student-run virtual business plan, also captured the State title and placed 13th at Nationals.
Timothy Christian High School was
National Merit Scholarship program, and three were awarded the pinnacle status of National Merit Finalists; all coming from a high school of 420 students! Timothy Christian seniors average well above norms for SAT and ACT scores, and their seniors are often accepted at top-tier colleges and universities, often with college credits they already earned at Timothy Christian High School.
recently recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. In this year’s Class of 2023, 26 seniors were named State Scholars, two were named Commended Students in the 2022
Timothy is a full member of council with CESA (Council on Educational Standards and Accountability) –an organization of the top Christian Schools in the nation. Currently, there are only 50 full members of the council. Timothy is considered a flagship Christian school, often sharing best practices with other schools across the nation.
“We also emphasize athletics and the performing arts because they promote teamwork, conquering fears, overcoming adversity, learning lessons and motivation in failure, and realizing opportunity in victory,” Davidson said. “We have dramatically upgraded our sports facilities – including a firstclass basketball arena, a new stadium for soccer and lacrosse, a new running track, and new tennis courts. Other extracurricular activities on campus include over 24 clubs and opportunities in drama, fine arts, mock trial, student council, and several technology-focused organizations, among many others.”
“In other ways of helping students become leaders, as many as 30 of our high school students serve as interns in real-life settings in the marketplace and other career fields,” Davidson added.
“We also send groups of teens to countries and places in the US to serve. We call them Renew Service trips,” Davidson said. “This year, 37 students helped build two houses in Costa Rica, 26 worked at an orphanage in Honduras, and 16 helped minister to victims of
“We are competitive academically with other top schools, public and private, with the added component of a strong connection rooted in the timeless values of the Bible.”
– MATT DAVIDSONDavidson has been the Superintendent of Timothy Christian Schools since 2010.
human trafficking in Los Angeles. In these settings, our students come to understand how leadership starts with a willingness to help people.”
Another measure of success: record enrollment and record demand. The students come from nearly 700 church-going families from 20 miles in every direction. Timothy is a non-denominational Christian school with over 220 churches represented.
Overall, the school’s alumni, board of directors, and current families and students believe in the mission so much that they have invested over $60 million in the last ten years to improve and expand the facilities. And yet, tuition levels remain lower than other private schools in Chicagoland of similar size and programming.
Timothy’s success is not a happenstance. It comes from a well-thoughtout vision and an enduring commitment to fulfill it. Davidson was hired 13 years ago to lead the school because the board liked what he said he would bring; he has delivered. As Elmhurst Magazine staff walked through the buildings with Davidson, students updated him on progress in one activity or another made sure to say hello, and they smiled as
Davidson encouraged them. They know he supports them, and they respond. Every parent has his cell phone number. When he emails parents, he starts with the same phrase in his salutation: “Team Timothy.” And it’s clear this team is winning.
It’s obvious that Davidson loves his job. He certainly gets the love back in several ways. One big way is student results. “Our students are learning how hard work can pay off. One of
the keys to winning,” said Davidson, “is to get enough people to care… enough people willing to pay the price for success. Here at Timothy, it’s a community of people who care. We’ve locked arms together behind these simple truths for our youth: God loves you, and He has a purpose for your life. Nothing will be impossible for you as you live out that purpose for His glory.”
There is no shortage of unique architecture in the Chicagoland area. In this issue, a handful of homes nestled in the western suburbs are featured that either break away from typical design trends or embrace traditional aesthetics.
Located in Downers Grove
Built in 1974, the home was originally designed by local architect Richard Marker as his own family residence. Modeled after the Edith Farnsworth House in Plano, IL, built by German architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marker's goal when designing and building the home was to create a sleek, modernist house inspired by nature's surrounding elements. Today, the steel structure retains its original glass facade and wood interior, along with some modern updates.
Located in Elmhurst
During the 1920s, Spanish Revival residences were built throughout the country. This type of architecture was born as a result of the Panama-California Exposition and became a style movement from 1915 to 1931, but examples in the Midwest were very rare. As one of the most recognized houses in Elmhurst, it is the only example of the Spanish Revival style based on an area survey by the City of Elmhurst. The stately house features the style, including ceramic red-tile roofs, rounded arches, and an asymmetrical façade.
Oak Brook
Designed by the internationally renowned cutting-edge architect and award-winning Douglas Garofalo, the home was built in 2011, the year before he passed away. This contemporary architecture implementing the Fibonacci Sequence produces visually appealing architecture based on the proportions, size, and placement of one element compared to another. Constructed of steel, glass, and concrete and featuring a three-story horn in the back makes this home a unique find in the western suburbs.
Located in Burr Ridge
Built in 1856 as the residence of Mr. Robert Vial, it is considered to be the oldest farmhouse in the community. Showcasing a mix of Italianate and Greek Revival styles of architecture, it is now operated as a museum by the Flagg Creek Heritage Society and open for public viewing. The house remained in its original location until 1989, when Roger Anderson, owner of the Timber Trails Golf Course, sold the building to the Flagg Creek Historical Society for $1 with the caveat that the building would be moved to another location. The house was moved from its original location to Wolf Road.
Located in Hinsdale
Built and designed in 1958 by architects George Fred Keck and William Keck, it is believed to be the only Keck-designed home in Hinsdale. The U-shaped five bedroom six bathroom home was recently renovated with many of the original details saved, returning it to its midcentury modern glory. This spring, the village's Historic Preservation Commission unanimously recommended the Village Board approve landmark status for the house.
Photo by 726 Visuals
Hundreds of attendees from Hinsdale and surrounding towns visited five spectacular homes during the 2023 Hinsdale Kitchen Walk in May. The Hinsdale Historical Society Women’s Board plans the event annually. The homes on this year’s walk celebrated and showcased renovation and restoration at their finest - a fitting tribute to Hinsdale’s 150th anniversary. ■
In May, The Service Club of Chicago hosted its annual fundraising event, The Spring Hat Luncheon, at The Langham in downtown Chicago. Guests stepped out in their finest hats and enjoyed a red-carpet entrance, live music, luncheon and a hat contest. The theme of the Hat Luncheon this year was “The Many Hats We Wear” and honored and and celebrated the many roles women have in life – friend, mother, sister, wife, partner, businesswoman, etc. The Service Club of Chicago is an organization of women which has continually served charitable needs since
1890. The mission of The Service Club of Chicago is to award grants that will expand facilities, improve equipment and initiate new programs for Chicagoland’s 501(c)(3) organizations. Visit theserviceclubofchicago. org for more information. ■
Top row: ➀ Mark Olley, Tracey DiBuono, Greg
Hyder, Debi Catenacci ➁ Jennifer Graham and Tina Weller ➂ Eva Andalcio and Ami Hindia
➃ Katie Jones, Sylvia Kos-Lauren Glandt, Jiesi Patrevito ➄ Andrea Antoniou,Kristine
Kinder, Samantha Thomas ➅ Chairs Bethany
Florek, Julia Roberts, Whitney Reynolds, Jean Antoniou, Danny Miller, Max Mara
PHOTOS BY OLAN MIJANA
The Hinsdale Chapter of Brightpoint (formerly known as Children’s Home and Aid) raised more than $100,000 at its annual Derby Day party on Saturday, May 6 at Butterfield Country Club. “We are so thankful once again for such an amazing turnout to our signature fundraiser,” said Beth Lyons, Co-Chair for the Hinsdale Chapter. “Our generous donors make sure an impact on the thousands of families we serve,” she continued. Visit brightpoint.org for more information. ■
PHOTOS BY MOLLY GRACE PHOTOGRAPHY
This past spring, member of the Hinsdale Junior Woman’s Club (HJWC) and their guests raised funds at the annual “Wonderland” benefit in downtown Chicago at the Untitled Supper Club. Featuring entertainment, tempting cocktails, and delicious bites, the event was yet another success for the philanthropic organization. Since 1949, HJWC has provided grants for deserving groups in the western suburbs from their charitable efforts. ■
The annual 3K walk/5K run for the Wellness House took place in May bringing together cancer survivors, families, friends, and volunteers at the organization’s main location in Hinsdale. Over 3,000 people attended wearing purple even t-shirts creating a heartwarming sea of color. Gina Pongetti Angeletti and Dr. Arpi Thukral led the way as Walk co-chairs and Wellness House board members. Lauren Petty, Health Reporter with NBC5 Chicago served as this year’s guest announcer. Presenting Sponsor, The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc. played an integral part in the success of this year’s Walk for Wellness House. The Walk for Wellness House supports over 500 in-person and online cancer wellness programs in nutrition, exercise and stress management, information and education, child and family programs and support groups and counseling. ■
➀ Walk Chairs: Gina Pongetti Angeletti and Dr. Arpi Thurkral ➁ Check Presentation: Dr. Arpi Thukral (Walk Chair), Lisa Kolavennu (CEO, Wellness House), Gina Pongetti Angeletti (Walk Chair) ➂ Presenting Sponsor, The Inland Real Estate Group played an integral role in the successful event. Monte Henige (Board Chair), Lisa Kolavennu (CEO, Wellness House), Dr Arpi Thukral (Walk Chair), Lauren Petty (NBC5), Bob Baum (Co-Founder – Inland), Dan Wagner (Senior Vice President, Government Relations –Inland) ➃ One of the top fundraising teams, The Crown Royals ➄ Starting line ➅ Lisa Kolavennu, CEO, Wellness House
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“Having a like-minded community of other parents who believe in the timeless virtues and values of the Bible has dramatically impacted my family’s life.”
Timothy offers over 40 extracurriculars and co-curriculars, and over 20 Advanced Placement®, Dual Credit, and Honors classes.
2023–2024 OPEN HOUSES
High School Showcase Night, November 6
Elementary Open House, November 13 (Grades 1-6)
Middle School Open House, November 27 (Grades 6-8)
Preschool Information Night, December 4
Kindergarten Information Night, December 13
As a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, Timothy Christian Schools is a college preparatory school that is committed to an excellence-driven program of academics that is fostered by the eternally relevant morals, virtues, and values found in the Bible. Whatever your child’s goals are — they can get there from here!
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