COVER STORY
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2023
Welcome In! The Drake Oak Brook’s elegance and charm are back to stay
By Maureen Callahan One of the best things about luxury travel is the accommodation. What makes a hotel memorable? Décor? Amazing cuisine? Unparalleled hospitality? To get a local look at all three in the same place, check into The Drake Oak Brook, Marriott Autograph Collection. You’ll feel like you’re at home. And among family- specifically…
Striking the Right Note: The Chicago Youth Orchestra shapes the lives of aspiring young musicians
The Chicago Youth Orchestra (CYO), located in Clarendon Hills, stands as a beacon of hope for young musicians seeking to explore their talents and immerse themselves in the world of music. Founded with the vision of fostering a strong sense of community and artistic growth, the CYO has been instrumental in shaping the lives of…
Always Boosting: Hinsdale Central’s Booster Club helps fill gaps in student activity and athletic budgets
By Maureen Callahan With about 100 clubs and 36 athletic teams to support, Hinsdale Central’s Booster Club is one of the school’s most active parent organizations. Regardless of the size of any school’s activity budget, there are always extra items that aren’t covered. That’s where the Booster Club comes in. “Wherever there is a gap…
Authentic Internal Medicine: Building relationships with patients and the community
authenticinternalmed.com 375 Quail Ridge Dr. Westmont Cindy Lagone, MD, FACP, and Anne Schultz, MD, FACP, are honored to offer direct primary care and concierge medicine at their new practice in Westmont. After working for Northwestern Hospital in internal medicine for a combined 50 years, both doctors decided to open Authentic Internal Medicine with a clear…
Is hair loss on your mind? Reclaim Your Crowning Glory
In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is more than just a part of your appearance; it’s a reflection of your identity, personality, and self-confidence. CSC Dermatology understands the impact that hair loss can have on your life and offers effective solutions…
An open book: Clarendon Hills four-year-old earns library recognition
By Chuck Fieldman Kristina and Matthew Bailey began reading books to their son, Owen when he was six months old— they haven’t stopped. Owen turned 4 in June and recently received an award from the Clarendon Hills Public Library for having had 1,000 books read to him before starting kindergarten. The library’s 1,000 Books Before…
A Budding Entrepreneur: Charlie Tomfohrde’s plant business continues to grow
Hinsdale Magazine recently met with Charlie Tomfohrde age 13, at the Hinsdale Farmers Market. Q. Where did your interest in house plants come from? A. I have always been interested in plants, and I started my first vegetable garden with my dad in 2021. My house plant hobby started in 2022; I had about fifteen…
Breast Cancer survivors: Hinsdale area group looking for others to help
By Chuck Fieldman More than anything right now, Barb Thayer and Sara Joyce, Hinsdale residents who co-founded the group, My Breast Cancer Sisters in 2022, want to find and help other women who have been newly diagnosed with breast cancer. My Breast Cancer Sisters was created to provide support to the newly diagnosed by introducing…
Airoom’s New Design Space Maxx and Jack Klein take the helm of their family’s business
By Maureen Callahan Airoom has always been a family affair. Maxx and Jack Klein are the third generation to run this family business. Having grown up in a household that celebrated craftsmanship and design, they are right where they belong- at the forefront of the company’s visionary team. While they have completed over 500 projects…
Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club A Tennis Player’s Dream
If you love to play tennis, consider the Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club, at 800 Oak Brook Road. To start with, the club offers Har-Tru clay courts, which are known for several features. They are easier on your body. They help you develop an all-around court game because you can get to more balls.…
Hinsdale Central Foundation: On a mission to support staff, teachers, administrators, and students
The Hinsdale Central Foundation (HCF) began in 1991 with a mission to support Hinsdale Central’s staff, teachers, administrators, and students, via alumni, parents, community members, and business leaders. HCF relies heavily on the community, partnering with organizations such as Rotary International. “We would not be here without the wonderful community that supports us,” said HCF…
Celebrating A Century of Open Road
Now in its 100th year, this slice of Americana still beckons travelers By Maureen Callahan The open road. It’s still the holy grail of travel. Route 66 was the first road that made the offer back in 1923. And millions of Americans accepted. Mr Ford had introduced his Model-T over a decade earlier. Americans had…
Feeding His Passion: Newly appointed Chef Stephen takes the helm at The Westin Chicago Lombard
What is your background? Before joining Westin Chicago Lombard, I was the Chicago Bears’ Executive Chef at the Chicago Bears Halas Hall training facility in Lake Forest. I prepared daily food for football players, coaches, scouts, and front office staff. I used my culinary skills and hospitality experience uniquely. Before my current position, I was…
Brightly Shining: Diwali reminds us to be a light to darkness
By Maureen Callahan As the leaves turn, thousands of families in the western suburbs celebrate a five-day festival every fall. Diwali, the festival of lights, may encompass diverse traditions and customs by celebrants, but there are a few common themes. Curious about this festival? Read on for some answers to some common questions about this…
Discover Arizona: From Cowboys to Hollywood elite, the American Southwest holds something for everyone
By Maureen Callahan The 1860s gold rush put Arizona on the map. Subsequent discoveries of silver and copper in the decades that followed brought more fortune-seekers. By the 20s, Route 66 offered a direct path out there, dotted with convenient stopping-off points. But it was the mainstreaming of air conditioning for residential use in the…
Hitting it out of the Park: Clarendon Hills Little League claims two state titles
By Chuck Fieldman Clarendon Hills Little League claimed its first-ever State championships this summer, as both the 11 and under softball team and the 10 and under baseball team finished their seasons on top. The girls went 3-1 in the State tournament in Brookfield to clinch the championship, culminating on July 23 with an 18-7…
Garden Party at Historic Estate
Photos by Kai Reinhard Friends of 505 S. County Line Road, a group of philanthropic local women, hosted an exclusive garden party in June to support renovations of the historic and iconic estate which dates back to the early 1900s. The home was selected by House Beautiful magazine as its “Whole Home Project” for an…
