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Lombard/Villa Park obituaries—August 4
JAMES FAGAN James “Jim” Fagan, age 71, of Lombard, passed away on July 29, 2022. Jim, who was the son of the late Eugene and Irene (née Kaster) Fagan, grew up in Elmhurst across the street from the love of his life, Joyce. He was a resident of the Lombard […]
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Foundation 205 launches annual tree sale
Yes, it’s Christmas in July (or August, rather). Foundation 205 has launched their annual outdoor tree sale benefiting Elmhurst District 205 Schools. Trees are on sale now with early bird pricing of $30 at the Foundation website: Foundation205.org. A long-standing Elmhurst tradition, the tree sale provides high quality Scotch Pines […]
Village named Culture of Health Prize winner by the RWJF; Veenstra, Barbanente, library staff weigh in on honor
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ADDISON INDEPENDENT The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) located in New Jersey calls itself “the nation’s largest philanthropy dedicated solely to health.” It is committed to improving health and health equity in the United States. The RWJF periodically awards its coveted “Culture of Health Prize” […]
Library celebrates summer reading; Families enjoy party on library lawn
On Saturday, July 30, the Elmhurst Public Library hosted an outdoor party with crafts, games, and other activities outdoors on the south lawn of the library to celebrate the Summer Reading Program. There was a popcorn wagon, a bouncy house, an arts and crafts table and lots of lawn-sized games […]
Art Museum holds ‘Family Day: Patterns and Nature; Current exhibition closes Aug. 14
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Thanks for a grant from the Explore Elmhurst program and The Driskill Foundation, the Elmhurst Art Museum held “Family Day: Patterns and Nature” on Saturday, July 30. Exhibiting artist Raul Ortiz led a collage-making activity with fabrics and midcentury patterns. Families with kids […]
City holds Special Kids Day for families; Kids learn about fire, police; ‘vote’ for their favorite things
On Sunday, July 31, a steady stream of visitors came by Elmhurst City Hall for “Special Kids Day, City Works!” Designed for kids and adults with special needs and their families, the new family event was sponsored by the Special Kids Day organization and the City of Elmhurst. Guests of […]
ERC’s Back to School Resource Fair takes place Saturday
Getting a good start to the school year can be one key to success, whether it’s having the proper school supplies, or ensuring a student doesn’t incur absences due to the lack of required medical checks. The Back to School Health, Career, and Resource Fair is intended to help District […]