Oak Brook Magazine Issues
A Glimpse into Moderne Living
When stepping into the world of Moderne Living, visitors experience a carefully curated approach to contemporary home design. Established in 2005, the company operates with a clear mission: to help clients define and fully realize their dream homes. More than a furniture showroom, Moderne Living offers an immersive environment where architectural solutions, bespoke furnishings, and…
Read MoreSmall, Local and Sustainable
How an Oak Brook couple curated a premier destination for makers, artists, and small businesses By Julia Mazurek On an early June weekend at Oakbrook Center, well over 100 artisan vendors lined the lawn and walkways of Oakbrook Center, in what has become a favorite semi-annual shopping event and destination. Thousands of shoppers meet and…
Read MoreThe Keeper of Wrigley
Head groundskeeper Dan Kiermaier cares for baseball’s most iconic field By Julia Mazurek | Photos courtesy of the Chicago Cubs At Wrigley Field, every blade of grass tells a story. And Dan Kiermaier ensures each blade is ready for every day at the iconic field. Before the ivy stirs and before the first crack…
Read MoreWhat’s Cooking?
World-renowned kitchen scientist and writer Harold McGee has Elmhurst roots. By Maureen Callahan | Photos courtesy of Harold McGee Have you ever wondered why you like your chili extra spicy while someone else would require a half roll of Tums to get through the bowl? Or why a sommelier might use words such as “leathery”…
Read MoreJoining Forces
Local agencies work together in a unique task force to tackle crime BY ANNA HUGHES DuPage County is home to a one-of-a-kind, crime-fighting task force. Founded in 2019, the Metropolitan Emergency Response and Investigative Team (MERIT) enlists highly skilled law enforcement personnel from 37 agencies across the county. Together, these officers collaborate efficiently and effectively…
Read MoreVillage Welcomes Summer Interns
Inaugural internship program offers students real-world municipal experience There are some new faces in the Butler Government Center this summer as the Village of Oak Brook has welcomed its inaugural class of interns. The group was chosen this spring via an extensive candidate selection process that included in-person interviews, letters of recommendation and essays. Lauren…
Read MoreAnswering the Call to Serve
Oak Brook Village Board welcomes new Trustee John Anos At the May 19th meeting of the Village Board of Trustees, Village President Larry Herman appointed longtime Oak Brook resident John Anos to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of James Nagle. Anos has been actively involved in the Sports Core Committee for the last…
Read MoreFrom Boardrooms to Exam Rooms
Why medical offices are moving into corporate space By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff For decades, Oak Brook has stood as one of the western suburbs’ premier business destinations. Corporate headquarters, professional service firms, and regional offices were drawn to its polished campuses, central location, and seamless access to major highways. Today, those same buildings are…
Read MoreExcellence in Competition
The Oak Brook Park District Foundation recognizes two remarkable athletes whose accomplishments set them apart By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff Nico Castaldo Montini Catholic High School A standout in both football and track and field, Nico Castaldo capped off an exceptional athletic career at Montini Catholic. As a senior wide receiver, he started all 14…
Read MoreOak Brook’s Healing Field
Memorial flags will return to Oak Brook to commemorate the event that changed the country forever By Sophia Schiappa | Photo courtesy of the Village of Oak Brook Thousands of American flags will cover the grounds of Oak Brook once again this summer to honor military personnel, first responders, and victims of 9/11. Arranged in…
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