Monday, March 4, 2013
We'll be providing you the latest news and information about La Grange and Western Springs in a whole new way and can't wait to help you get even more involved in your community.
Starting today you’re going to begin seeing two new faces around La Grange and Western Springs Patch. Lauren Williamson and Michael Sewall come to the sites after more than two years working with Patch in other communities and are beyond excited to begin bringing you the latest news and information in an area that they can truly call home. Lauren has lived in La Grange for more than three years, but her history with the village goes back much further. She lives in the house her grandfather built in 1952 with his own hands. As a child she eagerly looked forward to the once-monthly visits to see Grandpa and eat a good Bohemian meal at Moldau in Brookfield. Her mom attended Spring Avenue School and is so enamored of it that to this day every …
Monday, February 25, 2013
Headlining this week: comparing sales taxes in various local towns, keeping your cat free of unnecessary vet trips and why 'Starry Messenger' has been scary for TWS to tackle.
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- New contributor and La Grange Trustee candidate Dave McCarty talks about the reasons he loves La Grange. Craig Fisher compares the sales taxes in all Lyons Township-area towns. LTHS model-UN was top 10 percent at a Washington D.C. convention. La Grange's LeaderShop welcomed two new experienced staff members. The Theatre of Western Springs talks about the scary challenge of producing Starry Messenger. The Park District of La Grange has an upcoming Family Fun Night. Tom Smallcross shares the "story and surprises" of his 92-year-old home. CPR has changed; find out how with StartCPR. La Grange …
Monday, February 18, 2013
Headlining this week: a La Grange Highlands theatre company folds, a Western Springs youth group does an awesome balloon fundraiser and EAB-infected trees in La Grange Park.
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- Craig Fisher mourns the demise of the Theatre of the Highlands in La Grange Highlands, and also looks at why Countryside can "splurge on civic doodads" while Indian Head Park cannot. Megan's "Food Wars: Healthy vs. Healthier" was popular, so how about a Part II with some more even better choices? High-school youth at PCWS delivered nearly 500 Valentine's Day "Balloon-a-grams" to the community as a church fundraiser. Yikes! They've found emerald ash borer (EAB) in La Grange Park and are removing thirty trees starting this week. Grand Avenue Preschool had an excellent "bring-Dad-to-school-day…
Monday, February 11, 2013
Headlining this week: Argonne National Laboratory starts blogging, plus some foods to get you in the Valentine's Day mood, and an upcoming employment-opportunity event.
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- Our newest blogger is Argonne National Laboratory, who introduce themselves by writing about their new solar array. Long-time readers may remember Paulette Delcourt, who's back to plug the upcoming Footwork Dance Ensemble performance in Western Springs. Lyons Township High School congratulated its National Merit Finalists, Speech Team and Steppers team for their accomplishments. The La Grange Business Association has an upcoming employment event. VFW Post 10778 gave out their Patriots Pen and Voice of Democracy awards to two accomplished local students. Megan Kennihan gets in the Valentine's …
Monday, February 4, 2013
Headlining this week: Timber Trails, flu-fighting tips, flaws and faults in wine, talking about "Pride and Prejudice," and more... Share your community news today!
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- Meet the new Board members at the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce. Craig Fisher delves deep into the status of Timber Trails, including a controversial October tree-cutting. Grand Avenue Preschool shared a sprawling photo gallery from their Medieval Family Fun Fair. Four local residents were honored by Nazareth Academy for their support of the school. Megan Kennihan has tips for the best foods for battling cold-weather illnesses like the flu. Leslie at the Theatre of Western Springs reflects on Pride and Prejudice, including the Theatre's own one-time production of the show. Mécénat talks …
Monday, January 28, 2013
Headlining this week: tips for getting a job, a list of local skating rinks, upcoming Restaurant Week, Indian Head Park politics and more... Share your community news today!
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- New contributor Beth McCormack offers tips for how to get hired if you're looking for a job. Also new this week, Craig Fisher gives us an in-depth look at the race for the Indian Head Park Board of Trustees. Annie Tandy has convenient lists of local skating rinks (indoor and outdoor!) as well as a list of upcoming Valentine's Day events. Nancy Cummings previews the upcoming Restaurant Week in La Grange. La Grange has a meeting planned to discuss the advantages of electricity aggregation. The Western Springs Historical Society reminds you that the Tower museum is now open again with new …
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Headlining this week: meet Molly, the Official Junior Grand Marshal of the 2013 La Grange Pet Parade! Plus two other new posters... Share your community news today!
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- Molly McElligott from St. Francis Xavier School was selected to be the Official Junior Grand Marshal of the 2013 La Grange Pet Parade. New blogger Tom Smallcross wrote about the advantages of remodeling one's home. Our other new blogger, James Patrick Mauzey, introduced himself as a delivery driver for Armand's. Registration is open at First Congregational Preschool and for Park District of La Grange programs. Megan Kennihan promotes getting out there and running in the cold. At Lyons Township High School, there were honors for three ESL students and for the speech team, plus an alumni …
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Two new bloggers join us this week, plus more health tips from a local trainer, all sorts of cool stuff going on at Lyons Township HS, and tips for owners of older cats
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- Nancy Cummings of the La Grange Business Association is our newest blogger and writes about businesses in town that help us get fit and live better. Children's House Montessori also joined us this week to announce their participation in National Green Week 2013. Trainer Megan Kennihan recommended coconut oil, talked about other oils as well and recommends using a mirror over a scale for determining your fitness. At Lyons Township High School, the model UN is first in the state, the literary magazine is one of the best in the nation, business students are competing at the state level and the …
Sunday, January 6, 2013
This week includes: "great ways to boost your workout," some local preschool news and the fierce debate between corks and screw-caps among wine enthusiasts.
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- Mécénat talked corks versus screw caps, and released their January schedule for tastings. Meghan Kennihan gave us the second half of "10 ways to boost your workout!" Grand Avenue Preschool has a great photo gallery up from their first annual Alumn Potluck Dinner. The Park District of La Grange previewed Learning Ladders Preschool registration. Lyons Township High School will be hosting a seminar on successfully transitioning to senior living. The reliable bloggers at the MWRD announced the election of a new president. And this anti-gun-control post got plenty of attention. --- Are you …
Monday, December 17, 2012
This week includes: Christmas and holidays, volunteerism, healthy eating, stuff one medical pro thinks you should avoid, and stuff another thinks you should embrace.
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Monday, December 17, 2012
Here's a sampling of what Patch's Local Voices contributors from the La Grange, Western Springs and La Grange Park area shared with us this week: --- La Grange's B. Boutique got a Christmas shoutout from kourture. Over 800 people participated in Nazareth Academy's Giving Tree Drive. The Community Park District announced youth classes, dog-obedience classes and its annual Daddy/Daughter Date Night. Dr. Sarah K. Kelly offered some healthy eating tips for avoiding holiday weight gain. Western Springs' First Congregational Church Preschool became a miniature Santa's workshop to make presents for moms. Mécénat Wine Shop followed up with the answers for their Wine Trivia challenge. Reverend Jennifer Burns Lewis of the Presbyterian Church of …
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