Events
Gain an understanding of the 2008 National Housing Crisis
The U.S. subprime mortgage crisis in 2008 was a nationwide banking emergency that contributed to the deepest recession since the Great Depression. What were its causes and consequences, and what has America learned from this debacle? The Elmhurst History Museum welcomes Steven W. Kuehl to consider those questions on Thursday, […]
Sen. Cullerton hosting Senior Fair April 12
There are many state and local resources available to help DuPage County seniors enjoy independent lives. State Sen. Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) is working to host a one-stop shop for seniors to learn about new resources available. An example could be showing senior citizens about the use of technology and […]
Wilder Park Egg Hunt returns
Doggie Eggstravaganza to follow There will be more eggs than ever at the Elmhurst Park District’s annual Easter Egg Hunt in Wilder Park this year, scheduled for Saturday, April 15. Celebrate spring with the whole family, including the four-legged ones. Visit with the Easter Bunny and be ready for the […]
Community Calendar
Pick of the Week — The Elmhurst event NOT to be missed: Saturday, April 8 – Lake Effect band to perform as fundraiser for ESO From 12 noon-4 p.m., the band Lake Effect will perform a benefit fundraiser concert at Pinstripes in Oak Brook for the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra. Tickets […]
Lifeline Church -West opens in Villa Park
A new church is scheduled to launch its service beginning on Wednesday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. at their location at 136 E. Highland Avenue. Join Senior Pastors Reggie & London Royal and Campus Pastors Terrance & Keisha Campbell for this special occasion. Church hosts Egg Hunt Sat. On Saturday, […]
Elmhurst Choral Union, Orchestra to perform Mozart
Elmhurst Choral Union and Orchestra present Totally Mozart on Sunday, April 30 at 3:00 p.m. in Hammerschmidt Chapel on the campus of Elmhurst College. Guest soloists Sarah van der Ploeg, Sarah Ponder, Stephen Noon, and Wilbur Pauley join Elmhurst Choral Union and a professional orchestra for Mozart’s Requiem and Solemn […]
Jeffrey Panko in Concert at Bethel UCC
Bethel United Church of Christ presents acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Panko, Saturday, April 22, 7 p.m., as part of its Music@Bethel Concert Series. Artistic Director and Minister of Music, Jeffrey Panko will present a solo performance featuring the music of Bach, Schubert, Beethoven, Busoni and Enrique Granados, in a concert that […]
Third in state!
Willowbrook students win trophy at state drama meet in Springfield By Chris Fox Lombardian-Villa Park Review Staff Reporter A cast and crew of about 75 Willowbrook High School students won a third-place trophy at the IHSA drama and group interpretation state competition, which took place March 24-25 at the University […]
Election Day coming April 4
Time to get out and vote By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent By the time this edition of the Elmhurst Independent hits the newsstands, there will only be a few days left to consider early voting, available at City Hall. City Clerk Patti Spencer announced at the latest City […]