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A painted lady can sure turn heads. The Queen Anne-style residence at 318 S. Garfield St. has been getting second looks since 1888, when it was built for early Hinsdaleans Robert and Mary Childs, their five sons, Mary's mother and brother, and Robert's sister. Presumably its six bedrooms were sufficient to accommodate the entire brood. More than 130 years later, it is home to the six-member Prame family. "It's a big house," remarked Amy Prame of the three-story,...
Baseball May 3 @ York V wins 12-4 J. Adams, 3 RBIs L. Adams, home run, 2 RBIs, 3 runs Oosterbaan, 2 RBI, run, 8 strikeouts Jurgenson, 2 runs Daker, run Mulvihill, run Lacrosse, boys May 3 @ Glenbard West V loses 4-13 Galassi, goal McCarter, goal Murphy, goal, assist Salerno, goal May 1 @ Downers South V wins 13-12 (OT) April 30 vs. St. Ignatius V wins 19-3 April 28 vs. OP-RF V loses 7-9 Lacrosse, girls May 1 @ Downers North V wins 21-1 April 28 @ OP-RF V wins 20-3 Soccer, girls May 4 @ Downers North V loses 0-1 April 29 @...
With more than 100 years of commanding classrooms combined, retiring Hinsdale Central High School teachers Julie Baker, Chris Billie, Steve Gross and Pat Richards are well-known and well-loved members of the Red Devil community. In observance of Teacher Appreciation Week, the four offer their reflections on spending a career devoted to students. Julie Baker Julie Baker became a chemistry teacher at Central 21 years ago as a second career after working as a research assistant....
Charlie Harley stopped in Monday to let us know about the Armistice Day celebration in Burr Ridge May 15 — at which he will receive the Jack Schaus Patriot Award. I told him I wished I could come, but we are having a small memorial service for my mom, who died in November. “Of course you have to go to that,” Charlie said. “After all, you only ever have one mother.” “Well,” I responded. “I’ve got an interesting story for you.” And so I told him about being adopted and taking...
Save the past. Enrich the future. That’s the motto guiding the work of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which helps sponsor Preservation Month each May, in partnership with local organizations like the Hinsdale Historical Society. Those of us who live or work in the village perhaps take for granted at times the stunning specimens of architectural heritage we encounter on a regular basis, whether on residential streets or in the central business district. First-time visitors are certainly struck by the homes and b...
Not their parents' prom - The class of 2021, unlike the class of 2020, did have a chance to attend prom this year. It was different, for sure, but that didn't stop seniors from turning out for the Red Devil Gala Prom Event Saturday night at Dickinson Field. With a Red Carpet entrance, photo stations, Class of 2021 memory project, trackless train, music and raffle prizes, the two-hour events provided plenty to do for prom-goers. Mathilde Kokoszka, Kaitlin Mrksich, Ellie...
Thirty-eight Hinsdale residents have tested positive for COVID-19 over the past week. The DuPage County Health Department reported 29 new cases, and the Cook County Health Department reported nine new cases. That brings the total number of reported cases in the village to 1,760, up from 1,722 last week. Amita Hinsdale Hospital had seven confirmed COVID-19 patients and two patients awaiting test results on Wednesday, a spokesman said. Community Consolidated District 181 reported seven new cases from April 28 to May 4, all of...
Community Consolidated Elementary Dist. 181 Board 6 p.m. Monday, May 10 Hinsdale Middle School 100 S. Garfield Ave. https://www.d181.org On the draft agenda: retiree celebrations (6-7:30 p.m.), COVID-19 update, digital learning environment equipment, 2021-22 assessment calendar, committee calendars, fiscal year 2022 tentative budget Hinsdale Firefighters Pension Board 9 a.m. Friday, May 14 Memorial Building 19 E. Chicago Ave. Hinsdale High School District 86 Board 6 p.m. Thursday, May 13 Hinsdale Central High School 55th and...
After missing out on an entire season last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hinsdale Central girls soccer and boys volleyball teams are working to get this year's seniors - and underclassmen - up to speed. Meanwhile the wrestling team, which was able to complete its season last year and sent two individuals to state, is competing at a completely different time of year and working through changes in wrestlers' weight classes. The teams' coaches offer a look at the athlete...
Elizabeth ("Penny") Jamison-Butler, 80, of Clarendon Hills passed away Dec. 20, 2020. After losing her husband, Skip, at 29 years old, Elizabeth passionately raised her two young children by herself, and was a celebrated first grade school teacher for 45 years. In addition to achieving her master's in education, she became a highly regarded reading specialist, which she continued post-retirement by volunteering and tutoring. Known for her gift of gab, Elizabeth was always...
Rosemary Therese Barrett, known fondly as Terri, passed away peacefully after suffering a stroke on May 2, 2021, at the age of 76. Terri was born in 1945 in Harvey. The family included her parents, Joseph and Paula Gross, and her three beloved brothers, Joseph, Eric and Richard Gross. Terri earned her nursing degree from St. Frances School of Nursing in Evanston. She worked as a rehabilitation nurse and later as a hospice nurse. She met and married her husband, Richard Barrett...
Charles "Keith" Campbell, 69, of Oak Brook died unexpectedly but peacefully April 29, 2021, surrounded by his loving wife and immediate family. A devoted husband, cherished father and charismatic "Grampy," Keith was born to Mary Lou and Neil Campbell in St. Louis in 1952. After moving to Chicago in 1979, he met the love of his life, Linda Miller, six months later. Keith was known for his quick wit, intellect and generous nature. Armed with a degree in chemical engineering...
Hinsdale police distributed the following reports May 4. Felony theft arrest Wanda L. Bickerstaff, 62, 1109 Saylor St., Downers Grove, was arrested on a Class 2 felony charge of theft on April 28 for embezzling more than $10,000 from Chris Crawford LTD, formerly at 22 W. First St., between Jan. 1, 2015, and March 15, 2018. She surrendered to the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office after a warrant was issued for her arrest April 20. Felony controlled substance arrest Adan M. Ibarra, 35, 153 Plainview Drive, Bolingbrook, was a...
ART CAMPS Mixed Media Art June 14-17 Tianto Art 941 S. Monroe St., Hinsdale (630) 363-884 https://www.tiantoart.com Students will participate in drawing and printmaking and create a mask and a kite in this outdoor summer art camp run by Hinsdale resident Chun Ye. An art show and reception will be held in October at the Hinsdale Public Library. Groups will be limited to four to six students. All materials are included. Time: 9 to 11 a.m. Cost: $185 Drawing from Life June 14-17 The Community House 415 W. Eighth St., Hinsdale...
Tank is a black cat who is looking for his forever home. He would do well with kids 8 years and older. He's a playful and goofy 2-year-old whose adoption fee is $75. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is currently closed to the public, but anyone who is interested in adopting a pet can fill out an online application at https://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org and then call (630) 323-5630 for an interview. Temporary adoption hours are 1 to 8...
The Red Devil Gala Prom was held outdoors at Dickinson Field Saturday night. And while it was different than a traditional prom, at least the Class of 2021 could enjoy this milestone event. Terence Luzano and Maddie Tallard leave a message for the 2021 Memory Project. Bennet Willman, Nithin Reddy and David Melvin pose for a shot at one of the four photo stations on the field. Faith Drescher poses with Lizzo, one of the "celebrities" who were on hand for the event. And it was...
STATE SCHOLARS NAMED AT CENTRAL Two hundred and thirty-six seniors at Hinsdale Central High School have been named Illinois State Scholars for their outstanding academic achievement. They are Jake Adams, Mohammad Ahmadi, Moosa Ahmed, Sophie Aliaga, Thomas Ambrose, Jay Amin, Arthur Andersen, Abigail Antinossi Chloe Aquino, Jack Arenberg, William Arnason, Emily Ascher, Chloe Attlan, Aryan Bahl, Zayn Bajwa, Kian Bandukwala, Luke Berg, Sophia Biancalana Luna Bitar, Owen Bots, Margaux Bouret, Victor Bouret, Bo Bourlard, Cullen B...
What does it mean to be recognized by Forbes? When Carrie French entered the world of wealth management, she was in a field dominated by men. "When I started, I didn't even know any female financial advisors," French said. Times have changed. Twenty years later, French has a female boss whose boss is also a woman. Earlier this year, French became one of 29 J.P. Morgan Wealth Management advisors to be named among Forbes' 1,000 Top Women Wealth Advisors for 2021. Seeing how far...
Two and a half hours and 10 votes. That’s how long it took the Hinsdale High School District 86 Board to elect a new president Monday night. Prior to officer elections, the four new board members elected April 6 were sworn in — Peggy James, Debbie Levinthal, Terri Walker and Jeff Waters. The first order of business for the new board was to elect officers. Three were nominated to serve as president. Cynthia Hanson nominated Kathleen Hirsman; James proposed her running mate, Waters; and Levinthal recommended her running mat...
It's never too late to write a new beginning A few years ago, in a strange turn of events, my law school mistakenly published that I had died. I had not seen that edition of the alumni magazine. So, I was surprised when I suddenly began receiving urgent text messages from thoughtful colleagues and friends. Yikes! I moved and suddenly others thought the worst had happened. I was grateful to everyone who looked into the matter and found me alive and well. Nevertheless, it was...
For Allison Peters, motherhood has been an evolution, with each stage having its joys and struggles. "I don't know that it gets better. It gets different," remarked the mom of four, ages 11 to 5. "When they're newborns and they're just a ball sleeping on your chest, I love that. Then being able to laugh with your 11-year-old to Monty Python is pretty great, too." Eventually they'll be fully baked, so to speak, as Peters invoked a bread analogy. "You're putting all these...
Finding the right volunteer opportunity can be a challenge - especially for a seventh-grader. Juniorettes - the junior board of the Hinsdale Junior Woman's Club - has helped Hinsdale's Laura Armstrong do just that. "I've learned that I can help in different ways and Juniorettes has opened my eyes to different things I can do to be able to help," said Armstrong, whose in seventh grade at Hinsdale Middle School. She has enjoyed dressing up to entertain pediatric cancer patients...
Members of the Hinsdale Fire Department and the community helped Deputy Chief Tim McElroy celebrate 48 years of service Friday prior to his retirement. Chief John Giannelli was one of several speakers who brought up highlights and antics from McElroy's career. McElroy's wife, Robin, shares a laugh with his many relatives who attended. McElroy received several proclamations as well as mementos of his career before the ceremony concluded with a "walkout." (Jim Slonoff...
By Ken Knutson [email protected] Hinsdale trustees Tuesday discussed a proposed intergovernmental agreement between the villages of Hinsdale and Western Springs and the Illinois Tollway Authority concerning a new pedestrian bridge over the Tri-State Tollway. Last July, trustees expressed their desire that the bridge, which will be constructed along the north side of Chicago Avenue connecting Veeck Park in Hinsdale and Spring Rock Park in Western Springs, be designed with vertical pickets and be painted black. Their W...
Founding matters - William Robbins, generally regarded as the father of Hinsdale, purchased land from Chicago Avenue to 55th and Madison Street to County Line Road in 1862 for $9,000. "To be near his new venture, Robbins temporarily moved his family to Fullersburg," Sandy Williams writes in "Images of America - Hinsdale." "From here, he had direct supervision of Hinsdale's formation, from the street layout and grading to the tree planting and construction of his own estate....
