Downers Grove Lifestyle
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A.D.O.P.T. clinic expands community veterinary servicesJun 09, 2025 6:24 pm - A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter in Naperville expanded its community clinic services to offer appointments for minor illness and injury, in addition to wellness exams, vaccinations, and spay/neuter surgeries.
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‘While we still have time’: DuPage County ecologists working to save endangered dragonflyJun 08, 2025 9:00 pm - Ecologists with the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County are working to preserve the endangered Hine’s emerald dragonfly.
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An Aloha frame of mind: Finding peace and joy in everyday lifeJun 06, 2025 8:00 am - The Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos says practicing kindness, embracing each day with joy, and cultivating a warm, positive attitude can bring the "aloha spirit" into our daily lives and surroundings.
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A blooming delight: Discover nature’s artistry in Lisle’s Garden GaitMay 28, 2025 9:57 pm - Lisle’s Garden Gait walk highlights private yards with hydrangeas, wildlife habitats, hand-carved sculptures, renovated landscapes, and a stunning 5,000 gallon koi pond with bridge and waterfall.
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Get your garden ready with plant sales around the suburbsMay 28, 2025 3:38 pm - 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.
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Biking popularity surges with infrastructure improvements, events, clubsMay 28, 2025 8:13 am - Illinois has improved its bike safety and infrastructure since 2020, with more counties and municipalities adopting bike/ped plans. But fatalities remain high, indicating more focus on safety is needed.
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DuPage County setting up land bank as part of affordable housing pushMay 27, 2025 6:29 pm - DuPage officials are taking more steps to help expand affordable housing in the county.
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A guide to farmers markets in the suburbsMay 23, 2025 8:04 am - Farmers markets are opening throughout the suburbs. Some start in June or later while others have already begun. Here’s a helpful guide.
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Our Saviour’s in Naperville to host MEGA Garage Sale June 6-7May 22, 2025 10:29 pm - Our Saviour's Lutheran Church's annual mega garage sale on June 6-7 benefits charities like Loaves & Fishes. Thousands attend the sale which has half-price day on Saturday.
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Plan your next adventure with the 2025 guide to Summer FunMay 21, 2025 12:06 pm - The Daily Herald's 64-page Summer Fun guide offers ideas for local outings like concerts, festivals, exhibits, and getaways this season across the Chicago area and Illinois.