Community Scene: Off to the Races

Natalie Ryan (Event Co-Chair), Lauran Petty (NBC Anchor & Event MC), Beth Lyons (Event Co-Chair)
Natalie Ryan (Event Co-Chair), Lauran Petty (NBC Anchor & Event MC), Beth Lyons (Event Co-Chair)

Brightpoint’s Derby Day party a success

The Hinsdale Chapter of Brightpoint (formerly known as Children’s Home and Aid) raised more than $100,000 at its annual Derby Day party on Saturday, May 6 at Butterfield Country Club.

“We are so thankful once again for such an amazing turnout to our signature fundraiser,” said Beth Lyons, Co-Chair for the Hinsdale Chapter.

“Our generous donors make sure an impact on the thousands of families we serve,” she continued. Visit brightpoint.org for more information. ■

From left to right: Mira Boneva-Coleman, Michelle Shang, Katie Hwan, Elaine Gilman, Stacey Campbell

Emily Campbell, Serene Gaynor, Maria Ziemer

Micaela Saviano, John Whitehead, Teresa Whitehead, Claudine Schramko

Mona Idrees, Michelle Shang

Tish Newcomer, Shari Cornies, Danielle Tuck

Author

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Lasting Legacy

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Making Polo More Accessible

Dr. Michael Byun has earned recognition across regional publications, including being named a <i>Chicago Magazine</i> Beauty Guru and a Noteworthy Doctor by Hinsdale Magazine Group.

The Evolution of the Facelift

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LaGrange Periodontics

Dr. Christine Snow, Dr. Sherif Albert, Dr. Amy Feller

Esplanade Dental Care

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Dr. Matthew S. Hamedani — Cameo Dental Specialists

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Jackie Haddad-Tamer and Audrey Zimmer work together to turn students’ ideas into community programs, volunteer opportunities and events. <br><i>Photo by Sophia Schiappa</i>

Elmhurst’s Youth Advisory Committee

Local author Emily Bond at the Elmhurst Library 
<br><i>Photo by Sophia Schiappa</i>

An Open Book

Trey and his mother, Brittany, pictured above with John Morris, Chairperson of the IWSA, attended WAGR Weekend in North Carolina this July. The event brings together families affected by WAGR syndrome for education, research and care updates, and connection with others navigating the rare condition.

A Rare Journey

Lions 13-Red celebrates after winning the 2026 AAU 13Club National Volleyball Championship in Orlando, becoming the first 13U team in 1st Alliance Volleyball Club history to capture the title.

Against the Odds

York graduate Morgan Navarre had a strong track and lacrosse career at the Elmhurst high school.

Tracking a Lacrosse Career