League of Women Voters welcome speaker from Illinois NOW Join the League of Women Voters of Elmhurst on Thursday, Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave.,  as Illinois NOW Vice President of Communications Michelle Fadeley presents information on the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) […]

Thursday, Oct. 19 Job Fair at the library From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., put your job-seeking skills to use and attend a Job Fair at the Addison Public Library. Meet employers looking to fill a variety of positions. Intended for ages 18 and up. Info: call 630-458-3320 or visit […]

Here’s what’s happening at the Park District By Chris Fox For the Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on Oct. 10 at the district’s administrative office at 375 W. First Street. All seven board members attended the meeting There were no public comments. Tax levy […]

Saturday, Oct. 21 The Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 College Hill Ave., is hosting “Olympic Rocks,” a program that starts at 10:30 a.m. for ages 10-18. Geared for middle and high school students competing in Science Olympiad tournaments, this class delves into the world of rocks and minerals. Hand […]

Cancer awareness event scheduled for Oct. 25 The will host its Hope. Lives. Here. Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 11 a.m. at the Butterfield Country Club, 2800 Midwest Rd. in Oak Brook. The annual event is held to increase awareness and raise funds for the Nancy W. Knowles Cancer Center […]

Thursday, Oct. 12 • Free program on Historic Route 20 At 12 noon at Addison Village Hall, the Addison Historical Society and Historical Museum are hosting a free program on “Historic Route 20 Across the U.S.” Bryan Farr, Founder, President and CEO of the National Route 20 Association will take […]

Enjoy an evening of fantastic jazz music as Willie Pickens and Peter Lerner perform at a WDCB (90.9 FM) concert on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 8 p.m. at the Forest Preserve District of Du-Page County’s Mayslake Peabody Estate at 1717 W. 31st St. in Oak Brook. All proceeds from the […]

Friday, Oct. 13 from 2-4:30 p.m. Friday Features: The Founder Enjoy an afternoon at the movies every Friday. We’ll play the latest and greatest movies released on DVD. No registration required. *Movie titles may be subject to change* elmlib.org/Friday Friday, Oct. 13 from 7-8:30 p.m. York Chamber Music Concert Hear […]

Hula dance classes begin at The Abbey this fall Hula is gentle form of exercise that stretches the body and helps soothe the mind. Elmhurst Park District invites those 50 and up to participate in a weekly Hula Dance class at The Abbey. Hula adapts to all body types and […]

SUBMITTED PHOTO Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst Princesses father-daughter program recently held its annual kickoff bike ride. The event started with a ride on the Illinois Prairie Path into Villa Park and concluded with a scrumptious lunch and outstanding service at HB Jones in Elmhurst. The Elmhurst Princesses program seeks to […]