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Joan Broz

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As the Daily Herald's Lisle columnist since 1996, Joan Broz brings to her position a master's degree in journalism and a liberal arts bachelor's degree in home economics and secondary education. In her Lisle column, Broz holds a mirror to the community's past and present. Her popular human interest columns reflect the people, events and activities in Lisle as she emphasizes its good news.

In the newspaper's Neighbor section, Broz utilized her positive people and research skills to write the 2-Minute Drill, the Five Minutes With and the Ask & Learn columns based on interviews with experts, entertainers and newsmakers. In the past, she also wrote restaurant reviews in the Daily Herald's Going Out Guide.

As a Lisle resident for 30 years, Broz volunteered in both school and scouting programs. She has a copyright and art-based website on the Picture Parent Program she established in local schools. For nine years, she filmed and directed live Lisle village board meetings on the government access cable station as a volunteer. She now serves on the Lisle Community Character Alliance. Broz is a lifelong learner, active volunteer and creative soul who loves meeting people of all ages and sharing their good news.

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Lisle grandmother's treats help grandmothers in Kenya

May 21 2012 | 3:52 pm - Pam McKechnie is making a difference in the lives of women halfway around the world. The longtime member of St. Joan of Arc parish in Lisle is part of her church's Grandmothers to Grandmothers group that raised roughly $3,400 through two bake sales.

Lisle, VFW working to preserve meaning of Memorial Day

May 21 2012 | 2:54 pm - Lisle residents and members of Ross Bishop VFW Post 5696 are joining forces to ensure the true meaning of Memorial Day isn't lost during the approaching holiday weekend. "Memorial Day, to me, is remembering all those who have sacrificed," said...

PrairieWalk Pond and Dragonfly Landing bring nature into downtown Lisle

May 03 2012 | 11:10 am - The best cities often feature sprawling parks. There's Central Park amid the skyscrapers of New York City. And in Chicago, of course, there's Lincoln Park with its zoo and acres of green space. So our Joan Broz says it's not a surprise that a town...

Lisle Park District's new rec center getting rave reviews

Apr 27 2012 | 10:10 am - Wrapped in a cobalt blue stripe, the new Lisle Park District facility is a blue-ribbon winning idea, says our Joan Broz after a recent tour of the recreation center. We are in a good space right now,full story-->

Morton Arboretum exhibit lets trees tell their tales

Apr 10 2012 | 10:51 am - When you treasure trees the way the Morton Arboretum does, it seems natural to add a half-dozen tree houses for a touch of whimsy. "Tree House Tales" will open in June. "We want to give our visitors another reason to celebrate the amazing stories...

‘The Paris Wife’ introduces Big Read fans to a young Hemingway

Mar 13 2012 | 5:36 am - Author Paula McLain, who penned "The Paris Wife," this year's Big Read selection at 10 area libraries, will talk about her novel on May 3 in Willowbrook. The story introduces readers to a young Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley. Also check...

‘The Paris Wife' introduces Big Read fans to a young Hemingway

Mar 13 2012 | 9:29 am - Author Paula McLain, who penned "The Paris Wife," this year's Big Read selection at 10 area libraries, will talk about her novel on May 3 in Willowbrook. The story introduces readers to a young Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley. Also check...

Lisle's Benet Academy celebrating 125 years of education

Mar 02 2012 | 9:21 am - On the Benet Academy school calendar this year, Founders' Day will encompass a whole week and impact its year. Friday, March 2, is the 125th birthday of the college preparatory, Catholic high school in Lisle. The celebrations promise an inspiring...

Lisle couples share stories of lasting love

Feb 13 2012 | 11:47 am - Dick and Bernice McKillip like to celebrate Valentine's Day by sharing a box of candy. Paul and Audry Girard enjoy a nice dinner together to celebrate Valentine's Day and Audry's birthday. Our Joan Broz talks with the couples about the traditions...

Four Lakes Ski Hill offers sports, lessons, special events

Jan 17 2012 | 11:14 am - Last week's fresh snow on top of layers of solid packed machine-made snow was like frosting on a cake to the folks who flock to the popular Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports ski hill in Lisle each winter. The fresh layer of natural snow opened all five...

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