Articles filed under Broz, Joan

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  Lisle, VFW working to preserve meaning of Memorial Day May 21, 2012 12:00 AM
  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 retired Army Reserve Col. Brett Nila, commander of the VFW Lisle post. Nila will speak at a Memorial Day ceremony.
  

   
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  PrairieWalk Pond and Dragonfly Landing bring nature into downtown Lisle May 3, 2012 12:00 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 like Lisle would use the same concept, scaled to the size of the community. PrairieWalk Pond and Dragonfly Landing are the village's oasis on the west side of downtown.
  

   
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  Morton Arboretum exhibit lets trees tell their talesApr 10, 2012 12:00 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 that trees have to tell," said Sue Wagner, arboretum vice-president of education and information.
  

   
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  ‘The Paris Wife' introduces Big Read fans to a young Hemingway Mar 13, 2012 12:00 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 out the video of McLain talking about her novel.
  

   
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  Lisle's Benet Academy celebrating 125 years of education Feb 28, 2012 12:00 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 start to the future, our Joan Broz says.
  

   
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  Lisle couples share stories of lasting love Feb 13, 2012 12:00 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 and more that have strengthened their relationships through six decades or more of marriage.
  

   
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  Four Lakes Ski Hill offers sports, lessons, special events Jan 16, 2012 12:00 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 trails.
  

   
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  Lisle celebrates with two days of Christmas traditionsDec 1, 2011 12:00 AM
  Holiday traditions are part of the charm of Once Upon a Christmas. Guests may taste fresh gingerbread, make paper chains, smell apple pies baking and, of course, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The two-day free event is part of a package of activities that begin with the Lisle Christmas Parade at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3.
  

   
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  DuPage troops celebrating Girl Scouts' 100th anniversary Nov 15, 2011 12:00 AM
  While celebrating its first 100 years, the Girl Scouts of the United States of America can look back with satisfaction while planning a promising future, our Joan Broz writes. “The national organization is constantly reassessing the girls' needs to make sure we stay relevant,” said Gwen Ferguson, vice president of volunteer services for our region. Throughout its first century, Girl Scouts' mission remains constant: to encourage girls to be confident, courageous and of good character to leave the world a better place.
  

   

• DuPage museum celebrates Girl Scouts’ history, collects girls’ stories Nov 14, 2011 12:00 AM
  DuPage County Historical Museum celebrates the Girl Scouts' 100th anniversary with an exhibit looking at the past and gathering stories from local Girl Scouts.
  

   
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  Lisle honors residents with Character Counts awards Nov 7, 2011 12:00 AM
  Building a community of character is the basis of the Lisle Community Character Alliance, our Joan Broz writes. Today the organization will honor three individuals and one group making Lisle better - one act of kindness at a time.
  

   
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  Lisle earns Earth Flag with ongoing efforts, new initiatives Oct 1, 2011 12:00 AM
  There is a new flag flying over Lisle Village Hall - a pristine planet Earth centered on a blue field representing the universe. The village earned the Earth Flag in recognition of its community-wide recycling, sustainability and environmental projects and practices.
  

   
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  Teachers spend institute days gathering, sharing ideas Sep 24, 2011 12:00 AM
  Just when parents settle into a new school year, along comes a teacher institute day and the family schedule needs to shift to make sure children are engaged and safe on their day off from school. So, why have teacher institute days? Do teachers get the day off, too? Quite the opposite. Teachers go to school because, to be an effective teacher, learning never stops.
  

   
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  Daughters of American Revolution preserve history, foster patriotism Sep 10, 2011 12:00 AM
  Women were not allowed to engage in politics or enlist in the military during the American Revolution, but that didn’t stop them — then or now — from being an integral part of history. Today, os a cornerstone of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Our Joan Broz looks at a local chapter's efforts.
  

   
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  Lisle collector preserves history in postcardsAug 29, 2011 12:00 AM
  In the age of texting and social media, the idea of sending a postcard may seem antiquated. But our Joan Broz talks with collecting authority Susan Brown Nicholson, who says we may be losing a bit of history. “It is sad that what was once recorded for us to read and enjoy even 100 years later is being lost in the airwaves in current times,” Nicholson said.
  

   
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  Lisle High School teacher takes on new role to help students improve Aug 12, 2011 12:00 AM
  When Lisle High School opens for the new school year, among the changes its students will find is an interventionist specialist. Former math teacher Jen Pomatto will be known as the “problem solving coach.”
  

   
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  Suburban vets discover they flew on same WWII B-17Aug 2, 2011 12:00 AM
  West suburban vets Kenneth Chapek and Douglas “Mike” Hitzeroth each flew a B-17 named The Biggast Bird in World War II, but they didn't meet until 1986. Now friends, together they share details of The Biggast Bird and what it was like to fly during WWII.
  

   
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  Patriotism thrives along fallen soldier’s funeral procession Jul 16, 2011 12:00 AM
  U.S. Army Pfc. Michael C. Olivieri, 26, died serving his country in Iraq. As his funeral procession passed, Americans of all ages lined the route with flags and hand-made signs to honor the fallen hero.
  

   

• DuPage park districts organize teen texting contest Jul 9, 2011 12:00 AM
  Teens account for a good portion of the millions who text daily, so why not put those skills to the test? A texting competition is among the first events for teens organized jointly by the park districts serving Lisle, Westmont, Woodridge, Bolingbrook and Downers Grove.
  

   
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  Cavaliers bring drum corps competition to Lisle Jun 20, 2011 12:00 AM
  An exciting spectacle of sight, sound and movement will fill the Village of Lisle-Benedictine University Sports Complex on Sunday, June 26, when eight drum and bugle corps roll into town to compete.