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

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Beautiful mature spouses hugging outdoors while walking in summer park, happy senior couple embracing and looking away, older husband and wife enjoying time together, having romantic date outside

Aging Authentically

Manu Lail

Time Compounds Everything

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A Glimpse into Moderne Living

Restaurateurs and longtime business partners Todd Davies and Tim Canning have helped shape the evolution of downtown Downers Grove through a growing collection of hospitality concepts built on community.
<i>Photo by Victor Hilitski</i>

Flavors of Downers Grove

Hudson Tseng serves during the second round of the IHSA state tournament, where the Timothy Christian sophomore finished as the Class 1A state champion.
<br><i>Photo by Jeff Vorva</i>

‘Like Watching Pro Tennis’

Jen Lambert and her daughters continue carrying the family tradition forward through the family’s treasured 1908 Lambert Roadster.

Lambert Legacy

Jonathan and Lynna Smith founded the Oak Brook Artisan Market in 2019, creating a destination that celebrates local makers, artists, and small businesses.
<br><i>Photo by Victor Hilitski</i>

Small, Local and Sustainable

Dan Kiermaier prepares the field at historic Wrigley Field during the club’s 150th anniversary as a National League franchise.

The Keeper of Wrigley

Harold McGee, an Elmhurst native and internationally  recognized kitchen scientist, has spent decades exploring the chemistry behind everyday cooking.

What’s Cooking?

30-1 DGJWC House Walk

Building Community, One Home at a Time

Among the Trojans teammates pictured, Ryann Wendt (far left), Violet Mitchell (third from left), Maggie Fleming (
fourth from left), and Kate Gross (fifth from left) shared both friendship and success on the court.

From Downers Grove North to March Madness

Remembering Chuck Kalousek, whose warmth and craftsmanship made Busy Bee Bakery a cherished part of Downers Grove.

A Tribute to Busy Bee Bakery