DuPage County Lifestyle
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Finding your ‘Dave’: The power of mentorship in life and faithOct 19, 2026 1:23 pm - The Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos reflects on two mentors named David: a former university president who still meets him for coffee, and a radio pastor who gave him career opportunities.
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Home & garden calendar, Oct. 19-31Oct 19, 2026 9:00 am - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like hostas, “Gardening in the 1970s,” and more. Also listings of nature walks and workshops.
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Restaurant, sports bar set to open this spring at historic building in downtown AuroraOct 18, 2026 2:30 pm - An entrance flanked with two fountains, a community space with pool tables, a grand porch, a sports bar and a restaurant are planned to debut in April at The Mayan building in downtown Aurora.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for September 2026Oct 16, 2026 4:27 pm - The top finishers in September’s amateur photo contest showcase the beauty of nature from Iceland to Illinois.
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Movie shot last year in downtown Naperville to be shown at two film festivalsOct 16, 2026 10:48 am - An indie feature film that was shot in Naperville last year will make its world premiere Oct. 23-24 at the Naples International Film Festival in Naples, Florida.
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Second annual Makers Market at Aurora Central Catholic seeks vendorsOct 15, 2026 4:24 pm - On Nov. 14, Aurora Central Catholic High School will host its second annual Makers Market, featuring local crafters and vendors selling handmade gifts, home decor, artwork, clothing, and seasonal items.
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‘Biking brings me joy’: Students, teachers, parents enjoy the vibe during bike buses for National Walk & Roll to School DayOct 15, 2026 11:55 am - Remember the joy of biking as a kid? That youthful vibe came washing over Along for the Ride columnist Ralph Banasiak on Oct. 8 while pedaling with Hammerschmidt Elementary School’s bike bus in Lombard for National Walk and Roll to School Day.
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Hindu community ‘horrified’ by attempted mass shooting at Aurora templeOct 15, 2026 11:52 am - When Aurora Alderwoman Shweta Baid heard of the attempted mass shooting at her hometown Hindu temple her reaction was utter disbelief. Stunned community leaders in the wake of the allegations are voicing concern over growing hate targeting South Asians.
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‘Passion and heart’: Music instructor at Schaumburg’s dual-language Dooley School among Suburbs’ Top TeachersOct 14, 2026 8:37 am - Though not a Japanese speaker herself, music teacher Rhonda Conrad feels a responsibility to include Japanese songs in almost every singing concert she plans at Dooley School in Schaumburg.
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Chamber leaders in the Tri-Cities reimagine their missionOct 14, 2026 5:15 am - Local chambers of commerce have evolved from traditional membership offices into sophisticated support organizations that help businesses navigate digital technologies such as AI, connect with customers and adapt to changing markets.