Oak Brook Issue July-Aug 2025
From Oak Brook to Africa
The Drake Luxury Brands bold global leap By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff The Drake Oak Brook has been a symbol of elegance in the western suburbs, known for its rich history, classic architecture, and timeless charm. Under the ownership of Jim Nagle, a former Chicago attorney and third-generation lawyer, the iconic hotel has undergone a…
Read MoreA Global Company with a Local Flavor
The Western Suburb’s FlavorChem is a family business in a worldwide market By Maureen Callahan “We make flavors from A-Z,” said Eric Larson, Production Manager at FlavorChem. “We don’t actively sell a zucchini flavor yet, but we do sell a Greek Yogurt flavor, so technically, I guess we’re A-Y,” he jokes. FlavorChem is an international…
Read MoreThe Sky’s the Limit
Fly with the Woodland Aero Modelers Club without ever leaving the ground By Maureen Callahan It’s a bird, it’s a plane…well, yes, it is! If you regularly hike or cycle at Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, you might have seen members of the Woodland Aero Modelers (WAM) radio control (R/C) flying club honing their craft. Literally.…
Read MorePaws for a Cause
DuPage Paws for People’s therapy dog teams support students with vision and hearing loss By Valerie Hardy A dog may be a man’s best friend, but it can also be one of a child’s best teachers. This has been the case within the School Association for Special Education in DuPage County (SASED) classrooms serving children…
Read MoreVillage of Oak Brook Pancake Breakfast
Photos courtesy of the Village of Oak Brook Oak Brook residents gathered for a morning of fun and food at the Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 4. Sponsored by First Watch, the event featured all-you-can-eat pancakes hot off the griddle, served with sausage, fruit, juice, and coffee—all prepared on-site by Village Trustees and first…
Read MoreBrook Forest Girl Scouts
Photos by Madeline Craig Girl Scout Troop 55501 brightened the grounds of the Oak Brook Historical Society’s Heritage Center with a beautiful flower planting this spring. The girls worked together to add color and charm to the historic site, demonstrating teamwork, community spirit, and environmental care. Their efforts not only enhance the beauty of the…
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