COMMUNITY SCENE
Women of Oak Brook
Photos by 726 Visuals
The Women of Oak Brook held their inaugural reception, “Sipping into Summer,” in early June at La Barra in Oak Brook.
The...
Hinsdale Auxiliary of Brightpoint
Photos by Curt Patrick at Icon3Studios
The Hinsdale Auxiliary of Brightpoint (formerly Children’s Home & Aid) hosted its 69th annual Derby Day party. One of...
ART + THEATRE
Center Stage: Dan Aykroyd at Oakbrook Center’s Wonderverse
By Larry Atseff
There is absolutely no substitute for talent. And there is no substitute for being a genuinely nice guy. That is Dan Aykroyd...
Town Meets Country: Local writer makes a name for herself in...
By Anna Hughes | Photo by Victor Hilitski
Alison Bonaguro had always known she wanted to be a writer. With a degree in journalism and...
GIVING BACK
Growing Pains
Get to know the dads behind the Candor Health Executive Board
By Anna Hughes
Growing up is hard.
Sometime around the end of elementary school and during...
BUSINESS
Global Reach with Local Roots
Ball Horticultural Company has grown to be the industry’s innovator
By Anna Hughes
Ball Horticultural Company is to be a major force in horticulture right here...
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,...
HEALTH + LIFE
Is hair loss on your mind?
Reclaim Your Crowning Glory
In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is...
Authentic Internal Medicine Building relationships with patients and the...
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375 Quail Ridge Dr., Westmont
Cindy Lagone, MD, FACP, and Anne Schultz, MD, FACP, are honored to offer direct primary care and concierge medicine at...
SPOTLIGHT
Lifelong Resident Bobby Barber
One of many Oak Brook residents raising the next generation here
By Maureen Callahan
There’s a comfort to raising your family where you grew up. Your...
HCHS student shares musical talent with local retirement communities
By Anna Hughes | Photos by Laura Meyer
On a sunny Saturday afternoon in March, many high school students are spending time with friends, relaxing...
NEWS & EVENTS
Oak Brook resident builds career, pursues dreams at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
By Anna Hughes | Photos courtesy of the Brookfield Zoo Chicago
For most people, the dolphin show at Brookfield Zoo Chicago is entertaining. Captivating. Majestic.
For...
Oak Brook Historical Society Starts Intern Program
The Oak Brook Historical Society is pleased to announce the launch of the John and Janet Baar Summer Intern Program, a unique opportunity for...
HISTORY VAULT
Resurrecting Mary: Chicago’s most famous ghost-in-residence
By Maureen Callahan
Legends. Every corner of the world has them. Local lore is part of a location’s identity.
One dyed-in-the-wool staple of this area is...
Visit Normandy
A calm escape from the hustle and bustle of Paris
By Maureen Callahan
In the wake of this summer’s 80th anniversary of D-Day, it’s all eyes...
FOOD & DRINK
What’s Brewing
Local Oktoberfest celebrations have fun for the whole family on tap this fall
When September hits, Oktoberfest isn’t far behind. The famed fall festival originated...
Labriola Restaurant An Elevated Dining Experience
By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff| Photo by Laura Meyers
In an exciting move that promises to elevate the culinary scene, Rich Labriola, the visionary behind...
SPORTS
Something to Write Home About
Hinsdale author earns national recognition for her latest novel
By Anna Hughes
Meet Cristina Henríquez. She’s a critically acclaimed author who has called Hinsdale home for...
Hall of Famer and San Francisco Forty-Niners General Manager John Lynch
By Maureen Callahan
Few professional athletes can claim a record within 500 yards of former Tampa Bay Buccaneer/Denver Bronco John Lynch. Now guiding the Forty-Niners...
LATEST STORIES
Oak Brook resident builds career, pursues dreams at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
By Anna Hughes | Photos courtesy of the Brookfield Zoo Chicago
For most people, the dolphin show at Brookfield Zoo Chicago is entertaining. Captivating. Majestic.
For...
Oak Brook Historical Society Starts Intern Program
The Oak Brook Historical Society is pleased to announce the launch of the John and Janet Baar Summer Intern Program, a unique opportunity for...
Butler School District helps shape the next generation of Girl Scouts
By Anna Hughes
For over a century, Girl Scouts have been making a positive impact on their communities and in the world. The organization has...
Writer’s Workshop: Oak Brook resident to tell her life story in upcoming book
By Anna Hughes
Sitting on the couch of her Oak Brook home, Joan Salvato gestures to a large black photo album on a chair across...
Growing Pains
Get to know the dads behind the Candor Health Executive Board
By Anna Hughes
Growing up is hard.
Sometime around the end of elementary school and during...
The Best of Chicago, for Chicago
Meet Julie Maddox, creator of NBC’s “Chicago Today”
By Cynthia Maquet
Lifestyle, fashion, food, health, and beauty are just a few of the trending topics that...
Turning a Leaf
by Mia Jones
As the days start to get a little cooler and kids are going back to school, there are a variety of fall...
Something to Write Home About
Hinsdale author earns national recognition for her latest novel
By Anna Hughes
Meet Cristina Henríquez. She’s a critically acclaimed author who has called Hinsdale home for...
Hall of Famer and San Francisco Forty-Niners General Manager John Lynch
By Maureen Callahan
Few professional athletes can claim a record within 500 yards of former Tampa Bay Buccaneer/Denver Bronco John Lynch. Now guiding the Forty-Niners...
Fall at the Sports Core
Cool sunny days make fall the perfect season to enjoy your sport of choice at the Oak Brook Sports Core. Whether your passion is...
Former Hinsdalean takes home the Miss Illinois USA crown
She is Beauty, She is Grace
By Anna Hughes
Grace Rodi has spent half her life in the pageant industry.
Her passion started at 12 years old...
A Fighting Illini
Local UIUC freshman discusses cancer battle in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
By Anna Hughes
Adrian Lam was weeks away from starting his freshman year...
Global Reach with Local Roots
Ball Horticultural Company has grown to be the industry’s innovator
By Anna Hughes
Ball Horticultural Company is to be a major force in horticulture right here...
Resurrecting Mary: Chicago’s most famous ghost-in-residence
By Maureen Callahan
Legends. Every corner of the world has them. Local lore is part of a location’s identity.
One dyed-in-the-wool staple of this area is...
Travel: Pure Michigan
Autumnal days on Michigan’s “Sunset Coast” are the perfect weekend trip when the weather turns cool
By Mia Jones
Discover why Lake Michigan’s coastline is a...
What’s Brewing
Local Oktoberfest celebrations have fun for the whole family on tap this fall
When September hits, Oktoberfest isn’t far behind. The famed fall festival originated...
Lifelong Resident Bobby Barber
One of many Oak Brook residents raising the next generation here
By Maureen Callahan
There’s a comfort to raising your family where you grew up. Your...
A Hidden Gem: Inside Mayslake Hall at Oak Brook’s Peabody Estate
By Maureen Callahan | Photos Courtesy of DuPage County Forest Preserve
DuPage County has a number of extraordinary historic homes built by notable citizens. For...
Right at Home: Reasons businesses call Oak Brook home
By Katie Bolinger
In 1966, an advertisement in Forbes magazine showcased the advantages of establishing an office in Oak Brook. The Oak Brook Development Company,...
Women of Oak Brook
Photos by 726 Visuals
The Women of Oak Brook held their inaugural reception, “Sipping into Summer,” in early June at La Barra in Oak Brook.
The...
Hinsdale Auxiliary of Brightpoint
Photos by Curt Patrick at Icon3Studios
The Hinsdale Auxiliary of Brightpoint (formerly Children’s Home & Aid) hosted its 69th annual Derby Day party. One of...
Reaching New Heights: Bradley and the USA Deaf Volleyball team take to the court
Hinsdale Magazine Group spoke with 21-year-old Cullen Bradley of Hinsdale regarding his journey to the USA Deaf Volleyball (USADVB) national team. Bradley, who lost...
ON PAR: Caroline Owens and Notre Dame
Hinsdale Central star continues her career at Notre Dame
By Jeff Vorva
A family vacation in the mid-2010s helped change the athletic career of Hinsdale Central’s...
Labriola Restaurant An Elevated Dining Experience
By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff| Photo by Laura Meyers
In an exciting move that promises to elevate the culinary scene, Rich Labriola, the visionary behind...
Next Level: Local area student-athletes continue athletic pursuits
Congratulations to the local student-athletes from the Class of 2024 who will continue their academic and athletic pursuits at the Division 1 collegiate level.
It...
Serenades of the Summer
Concert series make their return for another music-filled summer
By Mia Jones
Sweet summertime calls for ample entertainment opportunities and good live music. Luckily, residents of...
Charitable Giving: DuPage County’s predicted wealth transfer has huge implications
By Dave McGowan
The 2020 Illinois Transfer of Wealth Study reveals an astonishing trend: DuPage County residents are transferring more wealth than ever before, and...
Draft Day OK for J.J.
Naz star ready to start NFL career with Vikings
By Jeff Vorva
While many members of Nazareth Nation gathered in the Stadium in McCook for...
Visit Normandy
A calm escape from the hustle and bustle of Paris
By Maureen Callahan
In the wake of this summer’s 80th anniversary of D-Day, it’s all eyes...
A Fair to Remember
It’s 70 years for DuPage County Fairground’s signature celebration
By Maureen Callahan
For more than a century and a half, the DuPage County Fair has drawn...
The Perfect Taste of Summer
A hot summer day, time by the pool or beach, or an evening at home means you need something to sip on. Try out...