Mark your calendars and make your way downtown—Elmhurst’s most colorful tradition is floating back into town! This summer, downtown Elmhurst is once again transforming into a photo-worthy paradise with the return of Umbrella Sky above Schiller Court! Elmhurst is the sixth US city to welcome the…
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The Grand Marshal for Elmhurst’s 107 th Memorial Day Parade is Bensenville Resident Richard Duzinskas, an Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran, and two-time purple heart recipient. Richard Duzinskas, raised on the southside of Chicago, participated in an early enlistment program offered by the United…
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The day of racing on June 7 is a charitable event at its core. Did you know that the Elmhurst Cycling Classic and Elmhurst Twilight Mile raise money for those among us in need and we also raise awareness of the charities that serve them? In this blog, we will highlight how YOU can make a difference…
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Dan Gibbons Twilight Trot to Support Elmhurst Nonprofits Fighting Hunger Elmhurst, IL — The Dan Gibbons Twilight Trot, a 5K fun run benefiting four local Elmhurst organizations, will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 6:30 pm. This exciting new event builds on the success of the long-standing…
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Now is a good time to put June 7 th on the calendar for a great day In Elmhurst with family and friends! The DuPage Cycling Foundation has been hard at work to bring back an exciting, FREE family fun event to Elmhurst this summer. Even though summer feels far away – as we look outside at snow – it is…
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Elmhurst University isn’t just for students—it’s a vibrant hub of culture, learning, and history right here in our community. If you haven’t had the chance to stroll around the campus or attend some of their public events, now is the perfect time to start. Here are four great reasons to explore…
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There is a new road marking in Elmhurst, called a Sharrow. Sharrows indicate a shared lane environment for bicycles and automobiles but can also include scooters and skateboarders. Following the recommendations of the Elmhurst Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, you will find them on streets that are part…
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Elmhurst Walk and Rollers Safety Tip As our community prepares our children to return to school, the following is a reminder on how to drive and bicycle around a school bus according to the Illinois Rules of the Road 2024 Booklet (page 39). A warning is given by the school bus at least 100 feet in…
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Familiarize yourself with Elmhurst Public Library before you visit! The Library's 360 virtual tour is a brand-new feature on the website that allows you to wander the Library from the comfort of home. The tour lets you navigate to specific locations in the building or use the arrow key to walk…
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The Elmhurst Magazine article titled "Making It Better Every Day: The leader who sets the pace" written by Dave Noble highlights the transformation of Kristi Blessing, a local resident and owner of Pints Elmhurst and 151 Kitchen | Bar into a visionary leader in the restaurant industry. The article…
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