Make plans to stop by Berens Park in Elmhurst on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for Elmhurst Park District’s annual Kite Fest, a day of free fun for all ages! The skies will be alive with kite stunts and tricks as Elmhurst welcomes some of the Midwest’s best […]
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AAUW Used Book Sale opens Thursday
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Elmhurst Area Branch is hosting its annual Used Book Sale August 3-6 at Lincoln Elementary School, 565 S. Fairfield Avenue. Thousands of books (hardback and paperback) are available to purchase. Donated entirely by the community and sorted into over 30 categories, the sale […]
Elmhurst History Museum news…
Disco Demolition exhibit extended through Dec. 31 Last week, the Elmhurst History Museum announced that its current exhibit, Disco Demolition: The Night Disco Died, has been extended through the end of the year. Disco Demolition Night exploded on July 12, 1979 in the middle of a White Sox doubleheader and […]
York Theatre, History Museum present “Saturday Night Fever”
Film celebrates 40-year anniversary of classic starring Travolta This year marks the 40th anniversary of the release of “Saturday Night Fever,” the American cult classic that brought disco music out of the clubs and to the masses creating an enduring cultural, cinematic and musical phenomenon. With its danceable Bee Gees […]
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Thousands answer the call, but Red Cross blood shortage continues
In appreciation, $5 Target eGiftCard™ available for all those who come out to give Thousands of people have responded to the emergency call for blood and platelet donations issued by the American Red Cross in early July, but there continues to be a critical summer blood shortage. Eligible donors of […]
Cantigny expands French celebration with new event
French Picnic Under the Stars debuts prior to 10th Annual French Connection Day This year, Cantigny Park’s annual tribute to France begins a day early, with a festive French-themed evening combining food, wine, live music and stargazing. French Picnic Under the Stars, a first-time event, is set for Saturday, August […]
Villa Park recreation programs
Free Fitness Week Villa Park Recreation is offering a free Fitness Week July 31-August 4. Attend any Fitness Easy Pass class at the Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa for free. No Easy Pass punch card is necessary; just sign in prior to attending each class. Choose from several classes […]
Suspect deemed ‘armed and dangerous’ captured in Elmhurst
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent Update: Third criminal suspect at large in Elmhurst now in custody Following a manhunt than lasted more than six hours, the Elmhurst Police Department has reported that third suspect as been located and taken into custody in an incident that took place in […]
Park District seeks input on potential new park sites
Public hearing set for Thursday at Butterfield Park This past April, the Elmhurst Park District deeded a portion of land at Golden Meadows Park to the City of Elmhurst as part of an Intergovernmental Agreement to assist the City in its efforts to address stormwater detention. Two properties recently considered […]