Wilmette Public Library to host bestselling author Susan Orlean

Writer will discuss her latest work, "The Library Book"

Annual Tourism Luncheon Celebrates Chicago’s North Shore

36th annual National Travel and Tourism Week

Book discussion: The Lake on Fire by Rosellen Brown

Wilmette Public Library features the historical novel for its community reads series

The impact of the 1893 World’s Fair on architecture worldwide

Wilmette Publc Library to host architectural historian Timothy Wittman

The Vanishing City: Excavating the Chicago World's Fair of 1893

Urban archaeologist will discuss findings at Wilmette Public Library

Learn about "Women of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition"

Wilmette Public Library hosts Chicago Architecture Center docent Kathleen Carpenter

Book Discussion: The Lake on Fire by Rosellen Brown

Wilmette Public Library features the historical novel for its community reads series

Souvenir Music from the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893

Wilmette Public Library presents event as part of its One Book, Everybody Reads series

Maxwell Street: Many Cultures, Many Dreams, and One Street

Wilmette Public Library presents program as part of its One Book, Everybody Reads program

Filmmaker to discuss how Chicago invented the U.S. film industry

Michael Glover Smith will describe the movie industry at the turn of the century

The Douglas Center Hosts 20th Anniversary Luncheon Celebration

The Douglas Center Celebrates 20 Years of Service

Upcoming Events On The Wilmette-Kenilworth Calendar

See what's happening in Wilmette-Kenilworth - check out the Patch Calendar

AMI Violin Competition - April 28th, 2019 (DEADLINE 4/6)

Calling All Violinists - Ages 5-18yrs old

Wilmette Library's One Book program features historical novel

Renowned author Rosellen Brown sets her latest novel, The Lake on Fire, in 1890's Chicago

Lifelong Learning provides Opportunities for Older Adults to Live

“Your brain and your spirit crave learning opportunities your entire life.”

Wilmette Public Library to host author Abdi Nor Iftin

Immigrant from Somalia will discuss his book "Call Me American: A Memoir"

Momma Chef's Soup Kitchen To Open In Rogers Park

The new soup kitchen will serve underprivileged and under-resourced families on the North Side.

Wilmette Public Library to host author Abdi Nor Iftin

Immigrant from Somalia will discuss his book "Call Me American: A Memoir"

North Shore Triathlon 2018: Register Or Volunteer

Here's all the information you need on the sixth annual North Shore Triathlon.

Wilmette New Trier Grad Sings National Anthem At Cubs Game

Stefan Xidas' dream came true Monday night: he belted out "The Star-Spangled Banner" in front of thousands of fans at Wrigley Field.

Wilmette New Trier Grad's Dream Of Singing At Wrigley Comes True

The Special Olympics athlete will sing the national anthem at Wrigley Field on Monday.

Celebrate Life at your Senior Center

September is Senior Center Month

Happy Father’s Day From Caroline Bonetti

“I love laughing with you and learning from you.”

Wilmette resident and Oakton alumna receives prestigious award

Wilmette resident and Oakton Community College alumna Susan Trieschmann is the recipient of the 2018 ICCTA Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Cop On A Rooftop: Where To Find Officers In Wilmette

Friday's "stakeout" at a Lake Avenue Dunkin Donuts benefits local Special Olympic athletes.

3 Reasons To Be Patch Mayor Of Wilmette And Kenilworth

The new Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in your town.

The Trump-Russia Investigation

Making Sense of a Complex Story

Book discussion to feature A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

Best-selling novel is selected title for Wilmette Public Library's annual One Book series

Dr. Joshua Jacobs Among Chicago Magazine's 'Top Doctors'

Local orthopedic surgeon recognized by peers

Wilmette Year In Review: Top Local Stories Of 2017

As we come to the end of 2017, here are some of our top Wilmette stories from the past year.

How To Post On Wilmette-Kenilworth Patch

Patch is a hyperlocal community platform. We're dedicated to making our content relevant to our readers, and we're depending on you to help.

$128K For Those In Need Raised By Catholic Charities

The Archdiocese of Chicago held a sold-out event in Wilmette Friday to help struggling families in north suburban Cook County.

2017 Wilmette Halloween Events Guide

Find trick-or-treat times and other Halloween-related events on Chicago’s North Shore.

Wilmette Woman Wins World Series Ring Raffle

Lifelong Cubs fan, former Wrigley gameday usher and Wilmette resident Geneine Dietz was randomly selected from more than 25,000 entrants.

New Craft Beer Festival Coming To Wilmette

The inaugural Great St. Joe Craft Beer Festival is set for Saturday.

Labor Day 2017: What's Open, What's Closed In Wilmette

Plus, some fun things to do in Chicagoland during the long weekend.

Wilmette Jaguar Dealership Closes

Corporate-mandated remodeling, brand consolidation contributed to this week's closure of the Green Bay Road location after 64 years.

Road Work Starts On Route 41 In Wilmette

Traffic will shift to accommodate the work zone later this month.

Jewish Federation awards $425,000 in grants, funding local, multi-faceted approach to violence prevention

Jewish Federation - Shure Charitable Trust award grants to urban violence initiatives

Wilmette Summerfest Runs All Weekend

Starting Friday, merchants will be joined by vendors of unique merchandise, artisans and crafters in downtown Wilmette.