Friday, September 30, 2011
Five great events in the community that you should check out this weekend.
1. Free Evening of Yoga (Friday) The Woodridge Park District will offer a free evening of yoga to celebrate National Yoga Month. The event is open to those ages 16 and up, and pre-registration is required. Participants should bring a yoga mat or towel. 2. Neil Diamond and Elvis Tribute Bands (Friday) n a rare Chicago area appearance, award winning Elvis tribute artist Donny Edwards and Neil Diamond tribute artist: Denny Diamond will perform a live indoor concert at 6 p.m. at Christ the Servant Catholic Church. 3. Darien-Woodridge Fire District Open House (Saturday) The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be outside demonstrations of an above ground rescue, proper use of fire extinguishers, a demonstration of auto …
Monday, September 26, 2011
Where to find these two enjoyable things for free in Woodridge this week.
1. Ice Cream Social to Benefit Make-a-Wish Cold Stone Creamery stores in the Chicago Metro area will give away a FREE 3-ounce serving of the featured Creation, Sprinkled with Wishes, while encouraging guests to donate to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. 2. Free Evening of Yoga (Friday) The Woodridge Park District will offer a free evening of yoga to celebrate National Yoga Month. The event is open to those ages 16 and up, and pre-registration is required. Participants should bring a yoga mat or towel. 3. Neil Diamond and Elvis Tribute Bands (Friday) n a rare Chicago area appearance, award winning Elvis tribute artist Donny Edwards and Neil Diamond tribute artist: Denny Diamond will perform a live indoor concert at 6 p.m. at Christ the Servant …
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Three local ceremonies honoring the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11, plus Darien Fest information and more.
1. Sept. 11 survivor to address Darien-Woodridge Fire District ceremony (Sunday) A man who was in the south tower when United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into it and escaped about 15 minutes before the tower collapsed will address the ceremony, which will begin at 8:45 a.m. Sept. 11 at the Darien-Woodridge Fire District headquarters. The headquarters are located at 7550 Lyman Avenue in Darien, off of 75th Street. During the ceremony, the district will dedicate its 9/11 memorial. At the memorial's center will rest a 3-foot section of steel I-beam pulled from the ruins of the World Trade Center. 2. Woodridge 9/11 anniversary ceremony (Sunday) The Woodridge Police Department Honor Guard will host a 9/11 anniversary ceremony in the Towne …
Friday, August 19, 2011
District 99 football previews are up, go down the water slides at Cypress one last time and more.
1. One week until high school football! Get ready, District 99 football fans. The first home football game of the season is next Friday at Downers Grove South on its new artifical turf field. Downers Grove North's first home game is the following week, Sept. 2, on its new field. We have previews for both teams posted today. DGN Football Preview: Downers North Aims to Get Back on Winning Track DGS Football Preview: Downers South Primed for Another Playoff Run 2. Cypress Cove ends its summer season this weekend The family aquatic park will still be open Labor Day weekend, but its the last weekend the entire park will be open for you to enjoy. The park is open Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. 3. Woodridge Rotary Club's Mini Triathlon is …
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Save on groceries, Cypress Cove Father's Day freebie, West Suburban Community Pantry fundraiser
1. Learn to shop smart Learn some tricks and tips on drastically reducing your grocery bill at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, at the Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive. Clair Boone will discuss where and how to get free toiletries, coupon wisely, stock up on sales, freeze, use rebates to get household items free, and more. Registration requested. For more information e-mail askus@woodridgelibrary.org 2. Plunge into free fun On Father's Day, dads and grandpas can get in free with a paid admission, or when accompanying a season pass holder at Cypress Cove. 3. Express yourself Officials are seeking input from those who live or work in Woodridge to help shape the village’s future. Fill out the survey on the village's website at www.vil.…
Friday, June 10, 2011
Post a garage sale on Patch, Morton Arboretum's storytimes for kids, Cypress Cove's family float
1. Having a garage sale? Here's some information on how to post your garage and yard sales on Woodridge Patch. 2. Thursday's headlines • Overnight Storms Leave Thousands Without Power • Village Seeks Nominees For Community Recognition Program • Woodridge Sees Little Impact From Heavy Rains • Retiring Willow Creek Principal Reflects on Past 13 Years 3. Morton Arboretum holds children's storytimes on Fridays Each week a different, nature-themed story will be told from 11 to 11:20 a.m. at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Lincoln Ave., Lisle. 4. Get your float on at Cypress Cove Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park will host a family float night from 6 to 8 p.m., 8301 Janes Ave., Woodridge 5. Relay for Life's opening ceremony begins at 6 p.m. tonight at…
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Retirement planning for seniors, Farmer's Market in Bolingbrook, and Relay for Life info
1. Let's talk about retirement... This presentation will help seniors make informed decisions about their future. Join the discussion at 7 p.m. tonight, at the Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL 60517. 2. Farmer's Market at Bolingbrook Promenade Brave the weather and check it out from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Bolingbrook Promenade. 3. Relay for Life event starts at 6 p.m. tomorrow The Relay for Life of Downers Grove, Woodridge and Darien will take place at Hinsdale South High School. The event raises cancer awareness and funds for cancer research, education and patient services. 4. Village Board meeting tonight The Woodridge Village Board meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. at Woodridge Village Hall, 5 Plaza Drive. Board members to …
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
How to cool off today and the last day of school for District 99.
1. Hobson Corner Park Splash Pad is now open This week is already a scorcher. Cool off at the Hobson Corner Park Splash pad. It's open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, weather permitting. 2. Janes Avenue Skate Park is now open In case the skaters in your life haven't told you, the skate park has re-opened after repair work to its concrete was finished May 27. 3. Cypress Cove open from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Speaking of cooling off, Cypress Cove is open from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. However, the full park is not open -- just Cattail Bay and Bullfrog Bayou. 4. Happy last day of school for District 99 Congratulations to the seniors and all the students, faculty and staff for completing the 2010-2011 school year. Have a safe and restful summer! …
Friday, June 3, 2011
Woodridge police officer comes home; congrats District 99, Jefferson Jr. High and all grads!
1. You can still submit a graduation announcement The graduation ceremonies for North and South are tonight, and the ceremony for Jefferson is Saturday. But you can recognize your grad on Woodridge Patch after the caps and gowns are finally put away. 2. Woodridge police officer, Marine reservist comes home Woodridge will welcome home James Guerra from a deployment in Afganistan. Guerra is a Woodridge police officer and a Marine Corps reservist. If you would like to welcome him home, arrive at the Woodridge Police Department Saturday at 8 p.m. The Woodridge Police Department and members of area fire departments will be present. 3. Jr. High Pool Bash tonight at Cypress Cove Kids in grades six through eight are invited to celebrate the …
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Edwards Health and Fitness discount, Junior High Pool Bash and the schedule for the Woodridge Jubilee is released.
1. Want 60 percent off the enrollment fee at Edwards Health and Fitness Center? Yep, that's right. It's good through June 30. Just click on the link. 2. Check out the Woodridge Jubilee schedule Click on the link from the Woodridge Park District to see food vendors, entertainment and hours for the Jubilee from Wednesday, June 15, to Sunday, June 19. 3. Fun for the junior high kids Kids in grades six through eight are invited to celebrate the end of school with a splash bash at Cypress Cove from 7 to 9 p.m. Participants must bring a junior high I.D., report card or valid Cypress Cove pass. The entrance fee is $5. 4. Farmers Market today at the Bolingbrook Promenade You know it's summer when the farmer's market starts up again. It runs …
