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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 p.m. Oktoberfest, held in downtown Downers Grove on Burlington Avenue between Main Street and Forest Avenue, is a two-day German themed celebration with live music, entertainment Kids…
Read MoreDavid Rokos: A local musician’s new album makes a smooth landing
By Valerie Hardy | Photos by 726 Visuals When his second album, “This Is Landing,” was released in June, David Rokos reflected on his path to this point. Rokos recalled “falling in love with Blink-182” when he first heard their music. He asked his parents for a guitar and began taking lessons at the Lincoln…
Read MoreLore Swieca: Celebrating the turn of a century at the friendly confines
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 loyal Cubs fan. On July 16, 2023, Swieca and 54 of her closest friends and family took a charter bus from Downers Grove to the Friendly Confines to celebrate her…
Read MoreIn 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 commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871.” The weeklong observance aims to educate community members of all ages about ways to stay safe from fire.…
Read MoreIs Hair loss on your mind? Reclaim Your Crowning Glory
In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is more than just a part of your appearance; it’s a reflection of your identity, personality, and self-confidence. CSC Dermatology understands the impact that hair loss can have on your life and offers effective solutions…
Read MoreBehind 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 back the curtain and give you some insight into this team and why these individuals dedicate their time and energy to the publication. They have researched, interviewed, and written about a…
Read MoreMilestones: Downers Grove businesses celebrate landmark anniversaries
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 Grove businesses are celebrating milestones this year. Whether a century, half of that, or five years, their successes deserve recognition. Cadence Kitchen – 5 Years When Tim Canning and Todd…
Read MoreBringing Visibility to Vincibility
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 a lump in her breast and went to have it examined, the doctor told her it was probably just a cyst. Redig, a 2006 Downers Grove North High School…
Read MoreIn Bed By Ten: A new early-night show offers Chicago-quality comedy that is relatable and accessible to suburban audiences
BY VALERIE HARDY | PHOTOS BY MADELINE CRAIG Looking for some local laughs but not a night owl? In Bed By Ten, a newcomer to the suburban live comedy scene, is the answer. Founded and produced by comedians Bridget Frodyma of Downers Grove and Casey Alltop of LaGrange Park, In Bed By Ten, which opened…
Read MoreDiscover Arizona: From Cowboys to Hollywood elite, the American Southwest holds something for everyone
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 fortune-seekers. By the 20s, Route 66 offered a direct path out there, dotted with convenient stopping-off points. But it was the mainstreaming of air conditioning for residential use in the…
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