Hinsdale Magazine Issues
A Glimpse into Moderne Living
When stepping into the world of Moderne Living, visitors experience a carefully curated approach to contemporary home design. Established in 2005, the company operates with a clear mission: to help clients define and fully realize their dream homes. More than a furniture showroom, Moderne Living offers an immersive environment where architectural solutions, bespoke furnishings, and…
Read MoreLambert Legacy
The invention of the first gasoline automobile, six generations later By Julia Mazurek | Photos courtesy of Jen Lambert On a summer weekend in a small Ohio town, a bright red 1908 Lambert Roadster rumbles down Main Street. At the wheel of the crank-start car is Hinsdale resident Jen Lambert, accompanied by her daughters, Evelyn…
Read MoreThe Keeper of Wrigley
Head groundskeeper Dan Kiermaier cares for baseball’s most iconic field By Julia Mazurek | Photos courtesy of the Chicago Cubs At Wrigley Field, every blade of grass tells a story. And Dan Kiermaier ensures each blade is ready for every day at the iconic field. Before the ivy stirs and before the first crack…
Read MoreWhat’s Cooking?
World-renowned kitchen scientist and writer Harold McGee has Elmhurst roots. By Maureen Callahan | Photos courtesy of Harold McGee Have you ever wondered why you like your chili extra spicy while someone else would require a half roll of Tums to get through the bowl? Or why a sommelier might use words such as “leathery”…
Read MoreJoining Forces
Local agencies work together in a unique task force to tackle crime BY ANNA HUGHES DuPage County is home to a one-of-a-kind, crime-fighting task force. Founded in 2019, the Metropolitan Emergency Response and Investigative Team (MERIT) enlists highly skilled law enforcement personnel from 37 agencies across the county. Together, these officers collaborate efficiently and effectively…
Read MoreNetting Another Prize
Hinsdale Central wins 56th top-3 state trophy By Jeff Vorva Another year, another state trophy. True, it wasn’t quite the state trophy Hinsdale Central’s boys tennis team was looking for. But it still kept a remarkable streak alive. The Red Devils had one streak snapped – their string of four straight state championships-when they were runner-up…
Read MoreA Turn for the Better
Checking in with Alexander Brown and family By Maureen Callahan Last September, we highlighted the family of Matt and Christy Brown, whose son Alexander, now seven years old, has been fighting childhood cancer for the past three years. A recent check-in found Alexander’s progress on the upswing. The Browns continue to make a difference through…
Read MoreA League of Their Own
Assistance League Chicagoland West recognized for 30 years of service By Anna Hughes On May 1, the Village of Hinsdale recognized the women of Assistance League Chicagoland West with an official proclamation for three decades of service to the community. “For 30 years, their volunteer-driven work has supported thousands of individuals and families across our…
Read MoreOak Brook’s Healing Field
Memorial flags will return to Oak Brook to commemorate the event that changed the country forever By Sophia Schiappa | Photo courtesy of the Village of Oak Brook Thousands of American flags will cover the grounds of Oak Brook once again this summer to honor military personnel, first responders, and victims of 9/11. Arranged in…
Read More6 Chicago Restaurants Worth Experiencing
These Chicagoland destinations transform dinner into something memorable By Sophia Schiappa 2d Restaurant – House of Teriyaki 3155 North Halsted Street in Chicago The first surprise at 2D – House of Teriyaki isn’t the food – it’s the feeling that you’ve walked straight into a comic book. Located in Lakeview, this restaurant is one of…
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