The Treasure Chest at Monarch Landing

The Treasure Chest volunteers (Barb Smart, Sharon Morse, Joan VonQualen) present a check to Kait Balsewicz of the DuPage Foundation.

60 and Still Groovin’

Motown’s 60th anniversary is on January 12th. Residents celebrated at GreenFields of Geneva.

Christmas in the Village

It was a dual-purpose celebration at Friendship Village at the Christmas in the Village, with a nod to the 90th anniversary of Disney.

Rarely Available Apartments at Monarch Landing

These apartments offer incomparable luxury with a carefree lifestyle at Naperville’s only Life Plan Community.

Scout’s Honor Comes to The Danish Home

She was the first woman in Chicago to receive a pin for 70 years of service to the Girl Scouts. No one had ever served that long in Chicago.

The Big Freeze

The annual fitness program at Sedgebrook is a way to encourage residents to stay active during the busy holiday season.

Appreciate, Applaud and Reward

Monarch Landing's 2018 fundraising drive brought in more than $105,000 in donations, which was distributed among the hourly employees.

Lights, Cameras and Action at Friendship Village

Friendship Village offers hundreds of events and programs each month. The TV crew’s broadcasts New Day, and Happenings.

Monarch Landing Showcases Renovated Models

Monarch Landing senior living community in Naperville will host open houses of a few of its most popular independent living apartment homes.

It’s Music to Their Ears

Not only do the Nelsons bring residents to Elgin Symphony Orchestra…they also bring ESO to GreenFields.

Still a Super Hero

As the health fitness specialist at Sedgebrook, Kaya’s super powers consist of helping older adults live their healthiest lives possible.

Monarch Landing Hosts 11th Annual Club and Committee Fair

There really is something for just about everybody at the senior living community.

Residents Volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House

Residents Volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House

Silver Games Pit Senior Against Senior in Sporting Events

On September 10-14th, approximately 177 participants ages 62 and over competed in more than 25 events.

Cuisine and Corks at The Danish Home

It was a beautiful evening as more than 180 guests enjoyed the grounds at The Danish Home, before gathering to eat Danish cuisine.

Flower Power at Friendship Village

The mantra of the 60s and 70s was transformed into the theme for a fun-filled series of events at Friendship Village in Schaumburg.

Monarch Landing Designer Likes Opportunity to See Its' Growth

Landscape architect and horticulturalist, Craig Kruckenberg, helped design Monarch Landing a decade ago; now his in-laws live there.

Sharing the Travel Bug

150 residents visited the 25 resident souvenir exhibits.

The Bluhm Family’s Foray Into Senior Living

The Bluhm family of Chicago has co-developed the newly-opened The Carrington at Lincolnwood.

Three Awards Won by Lombard Garden Club from Garden Clubs of Ill.

The three awards were for the Monarch Garden, the Sheldon Peck Historical Garden and Lilacia Park Butterfly Garden.

Three Awards won by Lombard Garden Club from Garden Clubs of IL.

Three awards were for Lilacia Pk. Butterfly Proj., Monarch Project and Sheldon Peck Homestead Garden.

Plant Oak Trees At Arbor Day Event In Glen Ellyn

Guests can plant tree saplings in Ackerman Woods to celebrate Arbor Day.

Unlimited Trash Pickup Day Coming In Glen Ellyn

Start your spring cleaning now; unlimited refuse collection day is coming soon to Glen Ellyn.

Lombard Garden Club Was Informed About Scientists Using Nature and Applying it to Technology

Lombard Garden Club Were Informed About Scientists Using Nature and Applying it to Technology

DuPage Forest Preserve Sites Offer Sledding, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County gives residents plenty of reasons to get outside and play this winter.

Horse-Drawn Hayrides, Sleigh Rides Coming to DuPage Co. Forest Preserve Sites This Fall, Winter

Horse-drawn hayrides will be offered at DuPage County Forest Preserves sites.

20 Gorgeous Gardens to See Before Summer Ends

A list of 20 beautiful gardens and arboretums in Illinois to visit before summer is over.

Volunteers Sought for Jazz Up Glen Ellyn, Picnic in the Park

Volunteers of all ages are welcome.

12 Beautiful Waterfalls You Didn't Know are in Illinois

A list of some pretty wonderful waterfalls you can find throughout the state.

Construction Underway to Connect Gap in West Branch DuPage River Trail

The 1.4 mile addition will fill a gap in the trail.

Your Guide to the 2016 Taste of Glen Ellyn

The Taste of Glen Ellyn will kick off on Thursday and will continue through Sunday.

Siberian Sled Dogs Return to Morton Arboretum This Weekend

There will be demonstrations of husky sled-pulling and "skijoring." Children and adults can also visit with the dogs and the sled teams.

Injured Bald Eagle Found Along Interstate Has Died, West Nile Virus Suspected

Willowbrook Wildlife Center staff in Glen Ellyn performed an initial necropsy tests.

Injured Bald Eagle Rescued from Interstate 55 in Darien

The raptor was taken to Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn.

12 Most Popular Illinois State Parks To See During the Fall

Top 12 most popular state parks to visit during the fall, according to Enjoy Illinois.

Harvest Native Seeds at Churchill Park

Join the Glen Ellyn Park District on Saturday, September 26th for National Public Lands Day.

10 Scenic Drives in Illinois to Take During the Fall

Enjoy autumn by taking a ride along one of these scenic routes.

DuPage Forest Preserve District Opens New 34-Acre Dog Area

The new dog area is located at Hawk Hollow Forest Preserve in Bartlett.

Illinois Home to Top-Producing Corn Counties in U.S.

Don't forget to wow all your friends and family with these cool corn facts.

15 Bizarre Landmarks You Can Find in Illinois

From a two-story outhouse to a fountain of poop, here are some of the strangest landmarks and objects in Illinois.