Come join us for a celebration of Mother's Day, bagels and the joy of nature at Lyman Woods in Downers Grove
Celebrate Father's Day at Lyman Woods
The school will transform into a hub for healthy family activities.
The Go Joe Benefit will take place Feb. 28 at Lemon Tree Grocer in Downers Grove.
Children and adults of all ages will meet and learn safety tips from members of the Downers Grove Fire and Police Departments.
Hunt for eggs under the stars at McCollum Park. This unique event is sure to be a family favorite. Don't forget your flashlight.
Younger children will love this egg hunt with a bunny. Children will also have time to make a craft and bounce in a bounce house.
Honest Abe’s 206th birthday is Feb. 12. Celebrate by learning 20 new facts about the president from Illinois.
Lest we forget just how wonderful our state is, take a look at the Illinois Wall of Fame.
Winner bought ticket at Bucky's Express on Bloomingdale Road in Glendale Heights.
Sewing enthusiasts gather monthly at Friendly Stitches Sew & Vac in Downers Grove to contribute to non-profit ConKerr Cancer.
A man and his family paid for customers' purchases and gave $50 to each Goodwill employee working Christmas Eve.
For 30 minutes, participants log as much distance as possible on the treadmill. The winner selects one family to receive a food basket.
Costume contest, pumpkin-carving contest & pumpkin-tossing competition return to club--and it's all free & open to the public
Army vet Jim Champion has multiple sclerosis.
Movoto Real Estate Blog compiled a list of criteria for judging the happiest small cities in the country.
Mark Hersam, professor Northwestern University, was accepted into the MacArthur Fellows Program for 2014.
Mario Chavez wins $800,000 with Lucky Day Lotto Quick Pick ticket, plans to buy house for family with winnings.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
Wherever they go, whatever they do, Bella DiDiana and Sara Davis have each other's backs.
Downers Grove Firefighters Local 3234 will be out "filling the boot" for MDA June 12 through June 14.
DuPage County Sheriff's Deputies will carry torch through Wheaton, Warrenville, Westmont, Lombard, Villa Park, Elmhurst, Addison, Bloomingdale and Glendale Heights on Sunday,June 8.
Donate to Special Olympics Illinois anywhere there's a "Cop on Top" at Dunkin' Donuts and get a free donut this Friday, May 30.
Livability praises Downers Grove for school system, parks and low crime rate.
Check the results of the 2014 Darien Dash.
Local running team is warming up for the Solider Field 10K with fundraiser benefiting Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation.
And John Mochel loves to share, so much so that the Downers Grove Historical Society has named the former hardware store owner historian of the year.
Glen Ellyn couple has "special delivery" as daughter is born on shoulder of I-88 while en route to hospital.
Bald eagle released in DuPage County forest preserve after surgery and rehabilitation.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
They misplaced their winning ticket, purchased at the Woodridge Jewel, and had to frantically search before claiming their prize.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
As metro executive director of the Chicago office, Downers Grove resident Brian Shields will take the reins of fundraising efforts in Chicago and the suburbs.
Downers Grove Public Works crew have been working 'round the clock since Dec. 31, 2013. The guys behind the hoses showed the ones behind the plows a little love—and a hot lunch.
Patch and Disney on Ice will give away five family packs of four tickets each to the show of your choice. Enter to win through Jan. 20.
Readers around Downers Grove are submitting photos of this week's wintery wonderland. Check 'em out, and share yours.