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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Tina Weller
A Legacy of Service BY HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF | PHOTO BY MOLLY GRACE In June 2025, the Hinsdale Junior Women’s Club honored Tina Weller with its Legacy Award at the inaugural Ladies Who Lead luncheon. The award recognizes women who demonstrate exceptional leadership, influence, and dedication to community service—qualities that have long defined Weller’s…
Double 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…
Historic 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…
Oak 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…
Women 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…
Home 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…
Celebrate!
Enjoy the holidays at Oakbrook Center The holidays are here, and Oakbrook Center is the perfect place to get into the festive spirit. With more than 150 stores and restaurants, it’s the ultimate destination for holiday shopping, dining, and making memories with family and friends. Finding the perfect gift is effortless at Oakbrook Center. For…
Oak Brook Takes Flight
Oak Brook recognized for pioneering drone program enhancing public safety and rapid response The Village of Oak Brook was recently recognized with a prestigious honor from the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference, an association of municipalities representing more than a million people. Oak Brook was lauded for “Best New Innovation” for the Drone as First…
Following a Natural Path
Arjan and Rimjhim Stephens have opened a Nature’s Path Organic Foods Office in Oak Brook BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN The ancient Greek physician and philosopher Hippocrates believed food should be your medicine. Arjan Stephens, President of Oak Brook-based Nature’s Path foods, and his wife, Rimjhim, live by this mantra. The two have a passion for healthy,…
Let it Snow
Oak Brook Chapter presents Mistletoe Medley BY HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF | PHOTO BY VICTOR HILITSKI The holiday season kicks off in grand style as the Oak Brook Chapter hosts its annual Mistletoe Medley fundraiser on Tuesday, December 2, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. A beloved tradition for more than three decades, this spirited…
Behind the Beauty of Oak Brook
The Village and Public Works proudly celebrated Arbor Day by planting a tree this past April. BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN | PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK A large part of the reason Oak Brook is such a beautiful place to live is because of the capable and conscientious Public Works Department. The role…
Where Belonging Takes Center Stage
Why Supporting Local Performing Venues is More Personal Than You Think BY LAURA MICHAUD & MELISSA G. WILSON When Tim Soszko stepped onto the stage for the first time, he wasn’t chasing applause. He was just trying to survive high school. As a shy, introverted hermit at York High, Tim didn’t know he was creative,…
Time Well Spent
Finding meaningful ways to serve your community BY DAVE MCGOWAN The not-for-profit industry often refers to an organization’s reliance on people’s time, talent, and treasure to enact its mission. At this time last year, I wrote an article about “treasure” in conjunction with year-end giving. This year, let’s take a look at a potential New…
Cold Pursuits
Bucket list adventures at the top and bottom of the world BY HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF There are few journeys left on Earth that feel as bold — or as brag-worthy — as a trip to the planet’s frozen extremes. The North and South Poles are still the stuff of explorers and adventurers. Yet these…
Happier for the Holidays
Tried and true tips to help you maintain or reclaim peace and joy during the most wonderful – but often stressful – time of the year BY VALERIE HARDY ‘Tis the season to be jolly, but for many, November and December are far from merry and bright. This time of year often brings increased stress,…
Keep the Wreath Red
A light reminder to decorate safely this season By Valerie Hardy Many local fire departments are giving the green light to keeping the red lights lit on their wreaths this season. They are participating in the “Keep the Wreath Red” program, an annual fire prevention awareness campaign that serves as a reminder for the community…
Santa’s Local Workshop
DuPage nonprofit builds holiday toys for kids BY ANNA HUGHES | PHOTOS COURTESY OF DUPAGE WOODWORKERS While a student at the University of Illinois in the late 1970s, Western Springs resident George Rodgers was inspired by his dormmate’s classwork. “I thought, ‘Boy, this looks like fun,’” Rodgers recalled. That’s when he first picked up woodworking,…
Titanic – 40 Years After Discovery
A deeper dive into the mission that yielded one of the century’s great discoveries By Maureen Callahan The location of the RMS Titanic – the largest and most opulent passenger steamship of its day – was one of the great mysteries of the twentieth century. The ship set sail from Southampton, England, on April 10,…
Season of Sparkle
Where to experience dazzling holiday displays this season By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff From glowing gardens to festive zoo trails, Chicagoland comes alive with holiday lights each winter. Bundle up for magical walks, drive-thru wonderlands, and indoor attractions that sparkle with the season’s spirit. Dates and times are subject to change—please confirm details with each…
Gather Together
Seasonal tablescape inspiration to carry you from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve HINSDALE MAGAZINE GROUP STAFF The holiday season is as much about gathering around the table as it is about the meal itself. A thoughtfully styled tablescape sets the stage, adding a touch of magic to every celebration. From the golden glow of Thanksgiving…
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