Young Ben Fingerman will never forget playing baseball at Wrigley Field thanks to the MLB Pitch, Hit & Run program held at the Northbrook Park District. Ben, now 9, took part last year in the program, which provides children ages 7 to 14 the opportun...

After rave reviews from the community last year, “Across the Sand: A Passover Theatrical Experience” by Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences will be back next month.

The Northbrook Park District is soliciting nominations for athletes and volunteers who might deserve a spot in its Hall of Fame.

Send events for this calendar to homes@dailyherald.com with “calendar listing” in the subject line. Deadline is two weeks prior to the event. April 1 Naperville Community Gardeners — Tree Care: 6 p.m. Monday, April 1, at Knox Presbyteri...

This week, let’s start with swimming for a change of pace. Virginia won the women’s title for the fourth straight year. The Cavaliers featured three suburban swimmers -- Kate Morris (Glenbard West), Carly Novelline (New Trier) and Maxine Parker (Bann...

Chris Sparkman was appointed village manager by the village of Long Grove.

As with their unique handcrafted teas with a twist, Paula and Randy Aitken, the owners of Casting Whimsy in Woodstock, Illinois, have successfully handcrafted being charitable with a twist to unite their business and customers in the service of veter...

Community and business leaders came together on March 11 to celebrate the achievements of outstanding Northbrook businesses.

In a pivot that only the pandemic could inspire, a company that started as a way to bring together homeowners and contractors now brings food from some of Chicago’s favorite restaurants to the suburbs.