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A new vendor is taking over the cafe inside the Wheaton Public Library. A curving facade provides shade for the outdoor patio.

New coffee shop to perk up Wheaton library cafe

There’s a new buzz in the Wheaton Public Library. A cafe called The Bean will serve coffee to library patrons from the west side of the building.

Susan Conner, assistant director, Palatine Public Library District

Neighbors in the News: Palatine library names new assistant director

Susan Conner was promoted to assistant director of the Palatine Public Library District, after the position was vacated by Melissa Gardner, who was promoted to executive director.

Adlai Stevenson Elementary School’s Julianne Collier, right, received a Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching during a surprise assembly at the school Monday. Golden Apple Foundation President Alan Mather, left, made the announcement.

‘Overwhelmed with gratitude’: Suburban teachers win Golden Apples

Overwhelmed was the word of the day for a pair of suburban educators who learned Monday that they’re among the winners of 2024 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teachi...

St. Charles Unit District 303 will host a 95th anniversary celebration for Lincoln Elementary School on Friday.

St. Charles school district to host 95th anniversary event for Lincoln Elementary

As Lincoln Elementary School nears the end of its final year as an elementary school, St. Charles community members are invited to join students, alumni, families and sta...

Blueberry tarts use Biz Velatini’s famed Skinny Pizza Dough as a base for these tasty pastries.

Mother’s Day: Treat mom with brunch at home with these three tasty recipes

Brunch featuring a tasty spread of dishes offers the perfect opportunity to shower moms with love and appreciation Sunday. And what's more, it's a leisurely affair that allows for quality time together.

An exhibit of the Chicago Archaeopteryx, the earliest known bird, opens to the public at the Field Museum Tuesday.

Dino-might: Field Museum’s Archaeopteryx may be the ‘most important fossil ever’

The Field Museum’s iconic T. rex, Sue, may be a little jealous. There’s a new exhibit in town, Archaeopteryx, and it’s “perhaps the most important fossil ever discovered,...

The Horticulture program at College of DuPage will be hosting its Spring Plant Sale May 9-11, at the college, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Shoppers will be able to choose from a variety of uncommon annuals, perennials, fresh herbs and vegetables. Hanging baskets, mixed containers and succulents will also be available.

Get your garden ready: Plant sales are popping up around the suburbs

Gardeners can get the growing season off to a good start with upcoming plant sales featuring perennials, vegetables, native and organic plants. It is also a good way to support local nonprofit organizations.