Downers Grove E-Edition

COMMUNITY SCENE

Moose Cruise Nights

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Photos by 726 Visuals Through September 1, downtown Downers Grove will host classic car shows that feature old favorites and new cars alike. The Moose Cruise...

FOOD & DRINK

Crushing It: Downers Grove native, Chrishon Lampley, celebrates her successful...

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By Maureen Callahan Wine shopping can be complicated and intimidating if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Former Downers Grove resident and owner of...

Snapshot: Davanti Enoteca

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47 East Chicago Avenue in downtown Naperville www.davantienoteca.com Be transported to the Italian countryside. From the moment you enter Davanti Enoteca in Naperville, guests enjoy an...

Neat Kitchen and Bar

Taurasi

Snapshot: Vasili’s

GIVING BACK

Coming in from Outside

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DuPagePads’ new housing model offers a permanent path out of homelessness By Maureen Callahan For the last 35 years, many in this community remember assisting DuPagePads-...

Community Scene: Wine Women & Shoes

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In early March, Wine Women & Shoes took place at the Oak Brook Hills Resort. Hundreds attended to sip, savor and shop for a...

ART + CULTURE + HISTORY

Out of the ashes: Six and a half decades later, Chicagoans...

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The first day of December ushers in the holiday season. It’s a promise of happiness and celebration. But it’s also the day that Chicagoans...

BUSINESS + MONEY

Milestones: Downers Grove businesses celebrate landmark anniversaries

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By Maureen Callahan It takes courage to transform an idea into a business, along with hard work and dedication, to keep it running. Several Downers...

Airoom’s New Design Space: Maxx and Jack Klein take the helm...

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By Maureen Callahan Airoom has always been a family affair. Maxx and Jack Klein are the third generation to run this family business. Having grown...

TRAVEL

Discover Arizona: From Cowboys to Hollywood elite, the American Southwest holds...

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By Maureen Callahan The 1860s gold rush put Arizona on the map. Subsequent discoveries of silver and copper in the decades that followed brought more...

Exotic Summer Destinations

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This summer, get far away from it all By Maureen Callahan Travel, of any kind, enhances us as people. It’s a great way for kids to...

HEALTH + LIFE

Is Hair loss on your mind? Reclaim Your Crowning Glory

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In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is more than just...

NEWS & EVENTS

AWE Autumn

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Oktoberfest Sponsored by the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 Friday, September 15 from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Saturday, September 16 from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00...

Timothy Christian Schools

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Where Children Are Challenged to Realize Their Full Potential By Larry Atseff Photos | by Victor Hilitski Parents certainly want their children to do well in school....

SPORTS

A Tennis Player’s Dream Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club

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In the last few years, the Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club (OBBTC) has made tremendous progress in becoming a viable entity. One real...

Links & Drinks – plus post-round cuisine

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BY VALERIE HARDY You don’t have to join a country club to enjoy a round of golf on a beautifully manicured course followed by beverages...

Crusaders & Panthers

HOME & DESIGN

One of a Kind — Architectural Gems in the Western Suburbs

There is no shortage of unique architecture in the Chicagoland area. In this issue, a handful of homes nestled in the western suburbs are...

Home & Design: A Slice of Americana

Sears Homes offer a glimpse of a past that will stand well into the future By Maureen Callahan | Photos by 726 Visuals Instead of looking online...

SPOTLIGHT

In the Spotlight: The Downers Grove Fire Department and its recent field-based training opportunity

By Valerie Hardy According to the National Fire Protection Association’s website, the annual Fire Prevention Week is scheduled for the second week in October “in...

Behind the Scenes: Meet the Downers Grove Magazine Team

Our goal at Downers Grove Magazine is to feature stories about you. But as we head into our fifth year of publishing, we peel...

All Heart: District 58 teacher Jon Belonio spreads his love of art

By Valerie Hardy Around Downers Grove, Jon Belonio is somewhat of a celebrity, especially among the 12 and under crowd. Wherever he goes in town,...

It’s Time: Mary Doten National APTA Champion Retires

Six-time National Champion and Hall of Fame Inductee Mary Doten retires By Cynthia Maquet | Photos by Marcello Rodarte “Humble,” “passionate,” “kind,” and “loyal” are just a...

LATEST STORIES

Crushing It: Downers Grove native, Chrishon Lampley, celebrates her successful wine label’s first...

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By Maureen Callahan Wine shopping can be complicated and intimidating if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Former Downers Grove resident and owner of...

AWE Autumn

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Oktoberfest Sponsored by the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 Friday, September 15 from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Saturday, September 16 from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00...

David Rokos: A local musician’s new album makes a smooth landing

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By Valerie Hardy | Photos by 726 Visuals When his second album, “This Is Landing,” was released in June, David Rokos reflected on his path...

Lore Swieca: Celebrating the turn of a century at the friendly confines

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By Cynthia Maquet In 1930, Downers Grove resident Lore Swieca attended her first Cubs game at Wrigley Field. Ninety-three years later, she is still a...

In the Spotlight: The Downers Grove Fire Department and its recent field-based training...

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By Valerie Hardy According to the National Fire Protection Association’s website, the annual Fire Prevention Week is scheduled for the second week in October “in...

Is Hair loss on your mind? Reclaim Your Crowning Glory

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In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is more than just...

Behind the Scenes: Meet the Downers Grove Magazine Team

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Our goal at Downers Grove Magazine is to feature stories about you. But as we head into our fifth year of publishing, we peel...

Milestones: Downers Grove businesses celebrate landmark anniversaries

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By Maureen Callahan It takes courage to transform an idea into a business, along with hard work and dedication, to keep it running. Several Downers...

Bringing Visibility to Vincibility

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In her documentary film, "Vincible" Kayla Redig reveals the unique trials faced by young adult cancer patients and survivors By Valerie Hardy When Kayla Redig noticed...

In Bed By Ten: A new early-night show offers Chicago-quality comedy that is ...

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BY VALERIE HARDY | PHOTOS BY MADELINE CRAIG Looking for some local laughs but not a night owl? In Bed By Ten, a newcomer to...

Discover Arizona: From Cowboys to Hollywood elite, the American Southwest holds something for everyone

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By Maureen Callahan The 1860s gold rush put Arizona on the map. Subsequent discoveries of silver and copper in the decades that followed brought more...

Airoom’s New Design Space: Maxx and Jack Klein take the helm of their ...

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By Maureen Callahan Airoom has always been a family affair. Maxx and Jack Klein are the third generation to run this family business. Having grown...

Downers Grove Orthodontics

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Meena Balakrishnan, DMD, MS Over 5,000 smiles have been transformed at Downers Grove Orthodontics since 2007 by Dr. Meena Balakrishnan. Congenially referred to as Dr....

Esplanade Dental Care

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Sherif Albert, DDS Christine Snow, DMD Amy Feller, DDS Esplanade Dental Care in Downers Grove combines a team approach with a patient-centered care philosophy, advanced specialty training,...

Shine Pediatric: Dentistry

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Lynse Briney, DDS, MS Lexi Nash, DMD Opening Shine Pediatric Dentistry in 2019 in Downers Grove was a dream come true for Dr. Lynse Briney. As...

Out of the ashes: Six and a half decades later, Chicagoans still commemorate Our...

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The first day of December ushers in the holiday season. It’s a promise of happiness and celebration. But it’s also the day that Chicagoans...

SmilesHub: Sushant Dhadwal, DDS, MICOI Ritu Dhadwal, DDS

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Established in 2019, SmilesHUB has been a labor of love between Dr. Sushant Dhadwal and Dr. Ritu Dhadwal for the last four years. Their private...

Celebrating A Century of Open Road

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Now in its 100th year, this slice of Americana still beckons travelers By Maureen Callahan The open road. It’s still the holy grail of travel. Route 66...

Brightly Shining: Diwali reminds us to be a light to darkness

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As the leaves turn, thousands of families in the western suburbs celebrate a five-day festival every fall. Diwali, the festival of lights, may encompass...

A Tennis Player’s Dream Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club

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In the last few years, the Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club (OBBTC) has made tremendous progress in becoming a viable entity. One real...

Timothy Christian Schools

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Where Children Are Challenged to Realize Their Full Potential By Larry Atseff Photos | by Victor Hilitski Parents certainly want their children to do well in school....

Joan Walsh Anglund

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The local area native who became a world-renowned children’s author By Maureen Callahan What is a friend? The answer depends on who you ask. A friend is...