On a High Note: Spirito Singers showcase music skills and community service

By Anna Hughes In 2008, Molly Lindberg saw a need in the local community: Music. At least more of it. Although many schools offer choir…

Take Note: West Suburban Symphony continues to thrive

By Larry Atseff Listening and watching a soloist or a small group perform music live in front of you can be enjoyable. It is something…

Three local authors work themselves into three interesting and diverse book genres

By Maureen Callahan Kelly K. James – Downers Grove Ever wondered if you pushed the envelope too far at work? Worried you might get fired…

Center Stage: Dan Aykroyd at Oakbrook Center’s Wonderverse

By Larry Atseff There is absolutely no substitute for talent. And there is no substitute for being a genuinely nice guy. That is Dan Aykroyd…

A Local Dance Lord

OMG School of Irish Dance’s Ronan Kristufek joins Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance By Maureen Callahan Local resident Ronan Kristufek is currently performing on…

Jim Peterik

Award-winning songwriter and musician, Jim Peterik, has had a remarkable journey in the music industry, including collaborations with renowned artists and experiences born out of…

Elmhurst dancer takes center stage at Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”

By Anna Hughes At first glance, Sheppard Littrell may seem like your average sixth grader. He plays baseball (like many other middle school boys), he…

Back in Time: Leslie Goddard brings history to life

By Maureen Callahan Most of us dream of finding an occupation we love- something for which we have a heartfelt passion while still making a…

Out of the ashes: Six and a half decades later, Chicagoans still commemorate Our Lady of the Angels school fire

Six and a half decades later, Chicagoans still commemorate Our Lady of the Angels school fire By Maureen Callahan The first day of December ushers…

Down to a Fine Art: Behind the scenes of today’s Elmhurst Art Museum

By Larry Atseff Elmhurst’s Eleanor King Hookham, a famous artist, an art teacher in her own right, and the driving force behind establishing the Elmhurst…