Columnists
’12 Angry Jurors’
It has always been one of my biggest regrets that I can’t call myself a theater kid. Despite my love of theater, I’ve never...
Transitions – Hot rocks for a clean planet
In November, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) met in Dubai, UAE. Over 200 countries participated with 70,000 attendees, including business leaders, young people,...
The Y – Visit the Y this holiday season
Happy holiday season, friends and neighbors! We’re looking forward to the very quickly approaching Naperville Mayor’s Interfaith Breakfast on Fri., Dec. 8. We hope...
Naperville Gardener – Looking for a new cookie recipe?
In order to inspire our members to be the best cookie bakers we can be, the Naperville Garden Club has a cookie contest every...
North Central College: Happy holidays and holy days – celebrating religious diversity
By Eric Doolittle, Chaplain of the College
This time of year, many are preparing to celebrate Christmas. Although it is a Christian holiday celebrating the...
Art Talk – BrightSide Theatre looks to the bright side
In October, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) released findings from its study on financial and operating trends among Chicago’s arts...
Our Voices – Tips for navigating the holiday blues
The holidays are often painted as a time of joy, love, and happiness. However, they can be particularly difficult as a senior, especially if...
Focus on Safety – Celebrating safety
As the seasons change, so should our focus on what we need to do to keep ourselves and our families safe. This December, the...
Fire Prevention 24-7 – Fireproofing inside and out
12 Fire Safety tips will help fireproof your home inside and out during the holiday season.
Check Holiday Lights: Inspect holiday lights for frayed...
Sales Focus – Tactics for stalled opportunities
Just because an opportunity stopped moving forward doesn’t mean it is a dead deal. There are many ways an opportunity can stall including: competitive...
Real Estate Logic – Selling your home in the winter
We all know that winter is traditionally real estate’s slowest season for a multitude of reasons – the cold weather, holidays, and school is...
Farmer, butcher, service station owner, city commissioner and mayor
Alexander James Grush was born July 14, 1869, in Polo, Ogle County, Illinois, the son of John B. Grush and Mary Jane Tennis.
Alexander married...
KidsMatter 2 Us – Achievement pressure and mental health
Mental health issues in young people have grown and researchers have begun to look at the relationship between achievement pressure and mental health. As...
‘Tis the season to find the alphabet among the treetops
Above / Buddy up for a stroll along the Riverwalk. Look up in the treetops for the letter "A" and begin a fun, relaxing...
Movies with Tarek – ‘Napoleon’
After 23 years, director Ridley Scott and Joaquin Phoenix are reunited in Napoleon. Phoenix starred as Commodus in Scott’s Gladiator in 2000.
Twenty-three years later...
Loaves & Fishes: The spirit of giving and goodwill prevails
During the holiday season, many find themselves immersed in the hustle and bustle of festive preparations. In the spirit of gratitude, families gather around...
Visit Naperville – Plan your dream wedding with us
Updated Post, Jan. 9, 2024 / More than 70 local wedding professionals are set to attend Naper Settlement’s Wedding Showcase, according to planners at...
‘Twas the Night
In 1822, Clement Clarke Moore was a professor of Greek and Hebrew Literature at General Theological Seminary. He had finished first in his class...
Little Friends: Embracing neurodiversity
In mid-November, I attended a conference on Special Education where several speakers presented current topics associated with Autism, Behavior challenges, and other areas pertinent...
December Editor’s Notes
With a song in my heart, my thoughts turn to all the times as a kid we went caroling from one neighbor’s front door...
