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Many of us set an intention, select a word to focus on, or resolve to do something at the start of a brand new year. In other words, we make a resolution; a firm decision to do (or not do) something. By this point in January though, it is estimated that two-thirds have already dropped their resolutions (some studies even cite specific days, with Jan. 17 and 19 being THE days to give up the goal). And speaking of specific, one reason resolutions fail is that they are too...
When Clarendon Hills mother Bridget O'Meara was pregnant with her son Liam, doctors learned the left side of her baby's heart wasn't developing. It was a condition called hypoplastic left heart syndrome, or HLHS. At 1 week old, Liam underwent his first open heart surgery to repair the ventricle in his heart, followed by another surgery one month later and his third at 2 years of age. Now, 16 years later, Liam is a thriving sophomore at Nazareth Academy. To celebrate this...
Food is a fleeting experience. Yet, the taste and the thrill of its discovery captures our hearts. A cherished dish or restaurant can uniquely become a part of the fabric of our family's celebrations and who we are. A few years ago, when my daughters were in first grade, they each had an assignment called "pieces of my heart." The project was a large construction paper heart whose interior was divided into squiggly boxes. Inside each box my daughters wrote what they loved....
The title of this article might prompt the reader to think it would have been more appropriate for the Halloween season, but the timing of it is actually more apt in this current season of good will toward all and making resolutions for the better. The topic is humans and the relationships we create with our families, friends, neighbors, colleagues and romantic partners. These relationships help us thrive when they are supportive and loving, and we suffer when they are not....
One thing unites people of any age, with different backgrounds and from all walks of life: food! Each November, many of us come together with those we love to celebrate our bonds over a delicious meal. Every family has their own traditions that are passed on to the new generation, and with the addition of young, smiling faces comes the birth of bright new ideas. As they say, the way to win a heart is through the stomach, and cooking something new for someone you cherish is...
Merry and Bright is the mindset The Community House is hoping to convey at this year's Holiday Ball to raise funds to support the vital mental health services offered by the nonprofit's counseling center. TCH's Kettering Hall and the fieldhouse will be transformed for the gala, which year after year unofficially ushers Hinsdale into the holiday season. "Guests will enter a merry Kettering Hall, draped in deep jewel-tones, for cocktails (before entering) the fieldhouse for a...
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. Afterward, I was encouraged to choose a few books to bring home from what seemed like endless shelves of possibilities. Now that I work at a library, I see my coworkers smiling as they pick a new set of books to share when storytime sessions restart June 15. The summer session for all ages will be...
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 place to start a conversation and begin to develop empathy. The Community House is kick starting its conversation on mental health with the nonprofit's 15th annual Walk the Walk fundraising event on Sunday, May 15. "A simple 1-mile walk outdoors benefits your mental health, but can also start a...
Understanding of adolescent decision making has moved beyond simple "age differences in risk perception and reasoning" to include relevant social and emotional factors that directly inform when and how adolescents make decisions about everything from substance use to condom use. Adolescence is defined as the period between which "physiologically normal puberty" initiates and adulthood begins. Though adulthood is often culturally defined in legal terms, the World Health...
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 support to children and families in need at home, in the classroom and in the community. Now in its 67th year, the Hinsdale Auxiliary's Derby Day Party raises vital funds to help the 30,000 who turn to the more than a century-old nonprofit each year. For Natalie Ryan, who is co-chairing the event...
Every year, all 645 public libraries in Illinois submit an annual report to the state library. We answer questions about how many people attended programs (2,724), the number of books checked out (194,144) and total number of cardholders (8,794). This report helps legislators understand the scale and scope of the work that is funded by state grants and provides a resource for libraries to use in benchmarking their services against other libraries. Questions are added or...
More than 50 nonprofits across the greater Chicago area are turning to the Hinsdale Junior Woman's Club this year with the hope of receiving vital grant money from the philanthropic powerhouse that has served the Hinsdale community for more than 70 years. "We are so grateful to all our members, sponsors and local supporters who helped us raise a near record-setting year (in 2021), all in the middle of a pandemic," said HJWC member Bridget Nagle, who is chairing the club's...
If you've been trying to lose weight at the gym since New Year's, you may not be getting the results you wanted. The good news is it's not just you, and there is something you can do about it. Weight loss begins in the kitchen, not the gym. This is what I tell my patients who are having trouble reaching their weight goals. And it's easy as 1-2-3. Because it literally is 1-2-3: calorie counting. How does calorie counting work? A calorie is the standard measure of energy...
After a long and snowy winter, we are so excited that spring is just around the corner. It's the perfect season to flip through cookbooks and find new recipes that celebrate fresh, local vegetables. We happen to have an amazing selection just waiting for you on our shelves right now. • "Cook Real Hawai'i" by Sheldon Simeon One of the NYTimes best cookbooks of 2021. See Simeon on Tuesday, April 5, with the AAPI Communities in Conversation author series. Find out more at https:/...
Daily stretches have many benefits. Stretching can increase your flexibility to help prevent injuries and improve mobility. It also increases blood flow to your muscles, which often helps improve back pain and posture. In addition to improving your physical health, daily stretching is a great tool to help reduce stress and calm the mind. Here are seven beneficial stretches you can start practicing every day • Kneeling hip flexor stretch Benefits: If you have tight hip f...
Bringing luxury outdoors is the theme of one of the showcased tables at the Infant Welfare's annual Tablescapes charity event - inspired by one Hinsdale businesswoman's love of entertaining outdoors, in elevated style. When Irene Wood, founder of The Fields, South Haven's award-winning glamping destination, decided to sponsor the "Fireside" tablescape, she immediately knew she wanted to evoke a feeling of chalet-chic. By incorporating furs, vintage china and live-edge wood...
A sure sign of success is when your brand becomes a verb. Whether it's Xeroxing a form, Ubering to a meeting or Googling an answer, some services become synonymous with how they are used. The video platform Zoom is one of the latest companies to earn its place in this lexicon. As we've searched for new ways to engage, entertain, and inform community members over the past two years, the Hinsdale Public Library has invited you to Zoom storytimes, tech and travel programs, and au...
For many of us, winter is a season of welcome. We welcome each other home, we welcome family and guests, and we greet a new year. It's always fun to share the season with everyone in the community. As a regular stop for many Hinsdaleans and their guests, we get to meet visiting grandparents, as children are so excited to share their favorite books and toys in the library. Young adults returning from college wander back in, ready to relax and check out some books they get to se...
Members of the Hinsdale Assembly Class of 2021 soon will be returning home from college to celebrate a year's worth of community service and fundraising for the Hinsdale Hospital Foundation at the organization's annual Assembly Ball. Despite having to cancel its annual St. Thomas Hospice Carnival due to COVID restrictions, this year's class, consisting of 26 debutantes and 24 honor guard, spent their senior year of high school giving back. Service projects included volunteerin...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 1 in 2 U.S. adults have prediabetes (take a minute to check if you're at risk) or Type 2 diabetes. Now we're all about to enter that annual carb carnival of cookies, cakes, casseroles and eggnog - the holiday season. This can be a challenging time of year if you have diabetes or prediabetes or are just trying to eat healthy. At home, at the office, at family gatherings, our heads are going to be dancing with...
I think we surprised ourselves when we got another dog right away. Cody had been gone only one week when I started looking at Siberian husky rescue sites. "Only for fun," I promised my husband. But the empty backyard and quiet house were too much. I couldn't sleep, so I'd wander the house at night, looking for my dog that I hoped maybe, just maybe, I'd find asleep on the living room couch. We had a small plaque in our kitchen that my son bought in Texas. It read, "A house is...
As the holiday season arrives, so do my childhood memories of baking in my family’s kitchen. Spending those moments together was always so exciting. I especially remember how important I felt when I got to help — following directions, measuring ingredients, testing new recipes and eating the results! As an adult, I love spending this time with my 8-year-old niece as she blossoms into quite the baker. These special experiences can happen in the kitchen or somewhere else, and we hope the library will be a place you find ins...
One of the most common pieces of advice that is given to parents, guardians, teachers, grandparents and others alike is to be an "askable adult." Quite simply: An askable adult is one young people see as approachable and they feel comfortable asking any question. When kids are young, the "askable adult" role is easy! "Why is the sky blue?" "Why do people wear glasses?" "Why are apples red?" OK, so maybe the questions aren't easy, but they certainly are easier than the topics...
While it seems like the lights have always been on at Hinsdale's community mainstay, the holiday revelers who have graced Kettering Hall for decades to ring in the season celebrated The Community House virtually last year given the pandemic. This year, the Holiday Ball will return to the brick and mortar building, which has given joy to so many for more than 80 years. "There is nothing quite like the feeling of The Holiday Ball and for people to experience The Community House...
Any parent knows conflict with your child is part of the territory. Certain ages and stages are known for higher parent-child conflict; however, they aren't the only time tensions can arise. Conflict is a natural part of life. It's not whether we have it, but how we deal with it that matters. Identifying the root of conflict with your child helps with understanding how to manage it. Is it related to something situational, such as a loss in the family or other trauma?...
