Bolingbrook Lifestyle
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Quite the attraction: National Moth Week events highlight role of these important pollinatorsJul 08, 2026 10:44 am - Did you know there are 12 times more moth species than butterfly in Illinois? National Moth Week, July 18-26, encourages people to observe, photograph, and document moths to help scientists understand their diversity and ecological importance. Local nature centers and environmental organizations are offering moth-themed programs.
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Finding unity in diversity: A pastor’s World Cup reflectionsJul 07, 2026 10:06 pm - For the Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos, the World Cup is a reminder that while he loves his country, God’s love extends to all nations. His own multicultural family with connections to Scandinavia, Greece, Canada, Mexico, Ecuador, Brazil and Puerto Rico shows how Americans are part of a global family.
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To fight Japanese beetles, don’t overwater grassJul 07, 2026 3:52 pm - Now is the time to look out for one of our most conspicuous garden pests: the Japanese beetle.
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Home & garden calendar July 7-18Jul 07, 2026 2:25 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like resilient landscapes, native pollinators, warblers and more.
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You can now get a manicure from a robot at this Naperville storeJul 07, 2026 1:18 pm - Lauren Kitchen, 19, first heard about a robot that gives manicures while scrolling on TikTok. When the Wheaton resident learned it was available at her local Ulta Beauty ...
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Farmers markets in the suburbs July 8-14Jul 07, 2026 5:30 am - Farmers market season brings fresh produce, handmade goods and more to local downtowns and parks.
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Home & garden calendar, June 30-July 11Jun 30, 2026 12:53 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like crafting summer herbal mocktails, planting for pollinators, and more. Also lists of garden walks, garden shows, nature walks and workshops.
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Home & garden calendar, June 23-July 4Jun 23, 2026 5:23 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like firefly friendly yards, America250 celebrations, and more. Also, list of garden walks, nature walks, garden shows, workshops and more.
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Farmers markets this weekJun 22, 2026 9:48 am - Here’s a look at what’s happening at farmers markets in the suburbs this week, June 24-30, 2026.
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Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley marks first year with ‘Bark in the Park’ event on July 11Jun 20, 2026 1:24 am - Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley celebrates its first anniversary with “Bark in the Park,” a free community event on July 11 featuring local vendors, dog wellness services, training demonstrations, and family activities including an owner-pet lookalike contest and donation drive for the Naperville Area Humane Society.