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I have a thing for books. Always have. Maybe it began with "Pat the Bunny," "The Story of Ferdinand" or "The Snowy Day." Perhaps it was when I attended my first library storytime.... — Updated 5/19/2022

Aggy is a Belgian Malinois who is ready to meet her new family. She would do well with kids 8 years and older. She's a sweet 1-year-old who likes to go on long walks and play with... — Updated 5/18/2022

The stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of ... the western suburbs! With apologies to Texans, there's a pretty good sky show on clear nights around here for those... — Updated 5/18/2022

Walk a mile in my shoes. This phrase from days gone by encourages the practice of empathy. It fosters an understanding, awareness and sensitivity to others in need. It offers a... — Updated 5/11/2022

Jaguar is a black cat who is ready to meet his new family. He would do well with kids of any age. He's a sweet 2-year-old who likes to play and snuggle and whose adoption fee is... — Updated 5/11/2022

Henry is a mixed breed dog who is ready to meet his new family. He would do well with kids 10 years and older. He's a sweet 18-month-old guy who likes to play and hang out with his... — Updated 5/4/2022

Understanding of adolescent decision making has moved beyond simple "age differences in risk perception and reasoning" to include relevant social and emotional factors that... — Updated 5/4/2022

Your table awaits! Hinsdale Restaurant Week kicks off Friday, May 13, running through Sunday, May 22, and the village's eateries are readying to give diners gastronomic experiences... — Updated 5/4/2022

Brando is a brown tabby cat who is ready to meet you He would do well with kids 5 and older. He's a sweet 3-year-old who is a little shy at first but loves you after the first 5... — Updated 4/27/2022

Making music, former Journey member Robert Fleischman said, is a lot like making art. "Music for me, I've said this before, it's like sculpting air," he said. "You're painting with... — Updated 4/27/2022

When Gina Angeletti's dad was battling prostate cancer, her whole family discovered a vital source of support and comfort in Wellness House. Now six years after his passing,... — Updated 4/20/2022

Bam Bam is a terrier mix who is ready to meet his new family. He would do well with kids 13 and older. He's a shy 4-year-old who is very sweet once he gets to know you. His... — Updated 4/20/2022

Some 71 years after "The King and I" opened on Broadway, the is launching the 2022-23 season at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. How well does this Rodgers and Hammerstein cl... — Updated 4/13/2022

The Hinsdale Auxiliary of the Children's Home + Aid Society has made America's run for the roses synonymous with empowerment through its trifecta of commitment to provide care and... — Updated 4/13/2022

Little Momma is a black cat who is ready to meet her ne family. She would do well with kids 5 and older. She's a super sweet and adventurous 2-year-old whose adoption fee is $75.... — Updated 4/13/2022

Corrine Callaway and Scott Hughes, both of Chicago, have announced their engagement. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Kathryn Occhipinti of Hinsdale and James Callaway of Palm... — Updated 4/13/2022

The Windhover has been whisked away from its post on the west side of Hinsdale Middle School for its long awaited makeover. Well, flatbed-ed away is a more accurate description of... — Updated 4/6/2022

Lily is a pit bull terrier mix who is ready to meet her new family. She would do well with kids 5 years and older. She's a super playful and outgoing 6-year-old whose adoption fee... — Updated 4/6/2022

I've been thinking a lot about personal narratives as we continue to live through one historical event after another. Our internal stories are with us day in and day out. They... — Updated 4/6/2022

Micah is a tortoise shell cat who is ready to meet you! She would do well with kids 5 years and older. She's a super cute and playful 3-year-old girl whose adoption fee is $75. The... — Updated 3/30/2022

Sara Quiballo joined the staff of Hinsdale Central High School’s art & literary magazine, “Solstice,” with few expectations. But she’s leaving with accomplishments,... — Updated 3/30/2022