Elmhurst Living Magazine

09/10/2025

🎉🏈 HISTORY MADE! York Girls Flag Football! 💚

Elmhurst, get ready to cheer! 📣 Girls across Illinois—including right here at York High School—kicked off an official IHSA-sanctioned flag football season! This is monumental! 🤩

The sport is exploding nationally and was just announced as an official event for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles! Our York Dukes are officially trailblazers. 💪

It is about more than the scoreboard; it’s about establishing habits and carrying this sense of pride and accomplishment long after high school. 🏆

Let’s show up and make some noise for our York Dukes! 💚🤍

09/10/2025

Happy October, Elmhurst! 🍂🧡 Is there anything better than this crisp autumn air and seeing all the beautiful fall colors around town? The only thing that makes it cozier is grabbing a warm drink and flipping through the brand new October issue of Elmhurst Living Magazine! ✨

❤️We are excited for you to introduce you to the Grose Family! Sherah and Marty Grose have built a life centered around family and community, running successful local businesses and passing that incredible work ethic on to their three children. They are deeply rooted in Elmhurst, valuing investment in the people around them. It’s what community is all about!

This issue is also packed with updates from our expert contributors and local gems!

🦷 Wellness Wisdom: Hear from Dr. Alex Munaretto of with tips on reducing anxiety for dental care.

🏡Downtown Demand: Our real estate expert shares her insight on why ‘walkable downtowns’ are in such high demand these days.

🧖‍♀️ Skin Restoration: Melissa Judeh of tells you how to restore summer-stressed skin as we head into fall and winter.

🏓 Pickleball Power: Meet Jill Livingston and Dorothy Foster, the owners of .pickle , Chicagoland’s Premier Pickleball Destination!

🙏New Chapter: Celebrate the groundbreaking for the Parish Administration Center at

💚🤝Chamber Updates: Don’t miss our monthly update from President Jennifer Veremis!

✨Special Elmhurst Living welcome this month to and ! Stay tuned for more updates! ✨

Grab your copy, get cozy, and let us know in the comments what you’re most excited to read about! 👇

Huge thank you to all the amazing local sponsors who make this magazine possible!

📸 Photos by

20/09/2025

🍁Get ready for Fall Fest on Spring Road! 🍂

Saturday, September 20th from 11 am to 2 pm at Wild Meadows Trace Park. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of festivities! Enjoy pony rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin sticker station, and plenty of photo ops. 📸

It’s the perfect way to celebrate community and autumn. Don’t miss out!

18/09/2025

Step into the spirit of the season! 🎃 The Elmhurst Witches Ride is returning on Oct. 12 for its fourth enchanting year.

Grab your broom (or your bike!) 🧹🚴‍♀️ and get ready to fly through the streets of Elmhurst with your coven of costumed witches. 🧙‍♀️This isn’t just a magical parade—it’s a community fundraiser supporting the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry.

Join the fun and make a difference! 💖

Find all the bewitching details in the September issue of Elmhurst Living Magazine! ✨

📣Special shout out and warm Elmhurst Living Magazine welcome to ❤️

11/09/2025

Hello, Elmhurst! 👋 Welcome to our September issue. 🍂We love shining a light on all things Elmhurst EVERY month, and community is at the heart of everything we do.

This month, we are honored to feature Linda Merry and Celine Skertich, the founders of Thera-Solutions. Their journey from a simple act of kindness to creating a globally recognized business is a beautiful testament to the power of passion and friendship.

Step right up, Elmhurst! 🎲🎨 Get ready for a night of glitz, giving, and gallery fun! Aces & Art: A Night of Luck and Giving is the must-attend fall fundraiser on October 25. Let’s show our local arts scene some love! Scan the QR code on page 14 to get your tickets today!✨

Ready for some football, Elmhurst? 🏈 For the first time ever, girls’ flag football is an official IHSA sport, and our very own York High School team is making history! 🎉 We sat down with Coach Matthew Bold to talk about building the team from the ground up, the explosive growth of the sport, and how these young women are trailblazers both on and off the field. Check out the full story in our latest issue to learn how you can cheer them on this season! 📣

Also Inside:

• update from President Jennifer Veremis and ribbon cutting celebration for

• Elmhurst Lions Club’s 85th anniversary! 💛

• York High School’s Corporate Finance Club .corporatefinanceclub 💲💚

• Anniversary Celebration ✨

• 🧹👻The return of a spooky and fun tradition: the Elmhurst Witches Ride.

And so much more!

As always, this magazine is a labor of love made possible by our wonderful sponsors. When you support them, you’re investing directly in our community. Thank you for being a part of this journey!

See you around town!

📸 Photos by the talented

11/09/2025

Time to get hoppy, Elmhurst! 🍻

The 10th Annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest is THIS Saturday, September 13th, from 2-6 PM, at the Elmhurst History Museum! 🎉

This isn’t just a beer fest—it’s a community tradition that supports the ! They are celebrating a decade of good times with nearly 50 brewers, live music, and amazing food from . 🎶

Don’t miss the 10th Anniversary beer from .elm , and cheer on last year’s champ, !

It’s going to be a perfect day of great beer, live music, and community spirit. Grab your friends, and get your tickets now! 🎟️

See you there! 🙌

10/09/2025

Get your tickets today!! See you there! 🍻

28/08/2025

🎉Congratulations and a warm Elmhurst welcome to Dr. Reem Akel and SmileWise Dentistry! ✨

Please join us in welcoming SmileWise Dentistry to Elmhurst!

Mayor Scott Levin, Chamber Ambassadors and members of the ECCI Board of Directors joined owner Dr. Reem Akel for a ribbon-cutting celebration.

SmileWise Dentistry is located at 623 W. North Ave., Ste. 1-2E Elmhurst

Congratulations to Dr. Akel and the entire SmileWise team. We're so glad to have you as part of the Elmhurst business community!

22/08/2025

Get ready, Elmhurst! The Lake/York Business Association is bringing the flavor to town! 🚚🎶

Join the community for the 2025 Food Truck Festival: Street Eats & Beats this weekend. It’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon with delicious food, live music, and good vibes.

Bring your appetite and your friends!

📆 When: Sunday, August 24

⏰ 2 PM - 6 PM

📍Where: SpringHill Suites | 410 Lake St, Elmhurst

See you there!

15/08/2025

👋Get ready, Elmhurst! The most delicious event of the year is back! 🍖🔥

‘Cue for a Cause returns on Sunday, August 31, from 12-7 PM at York and Vallette! It’s a day of smoky ribs, tangy sauces, and good vibes, all for a great cause—the Elmhurst Walk-In Assistance Network (EWAN).

Here’s what you can expect:

• 🔥🥩Backyard Pit Masters: Grillers, it’s your time to shine! Compete for the Grand Championship in categories like chicken, ribs, and sauce.

• 🍔🍻Delicious Food & Drinks: Come hungry and enjoy a full day of grilled food, refreshing beverages, and a chance to vote for the “People’s Choice” sauce award.

• 🎶🎤Live Music & Family Fun: With live music and kids’ activities, it’s a perfect way to spend the last day of summer with friends and family.

• 🙏Give Back: Admission is free, and all proceeds from food, drinks, raffles, and auctions go directly to helping our neighbors in need. 💚

Whether you’re a competitor or just a fan of good food, join us to fire up the grills and make a real difference!

➡️For more info, to register, or to volunteer, visit elmhurstwalkin.org/cue.

06/08/2025

Hello, Elmhurst! ☀️ Your brand new issue of Elmhurst Living Magazine is on its way to your home!

This month, we’re so happy to introduce you to your neighbors, the Dale family! Say hello to Kelsey, Mitchell, Harvey, Connor, and their adorable pug, Sophie! 🐾 Dive into their story and find out why they love Elmhurst’s amazing neighbors, parks, and community spirit.

With back-to-school season upon us, we’ve got you covered!

💪 Dr. Nick Bournazos of shares tips for keeping your kids healthy and strong.

💃 And get ready for Homecoming with a style guide for dresses and accessories from the fabulous Daisy at .jolie.mln !

Plus, get the scoop on two of Elmhurst’s best upcoming events:

🍖 Get your taste buds ready for ‘Cue for a Cause to support the .

🍻 Raise a glass at the 10th Annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest to benefit the !

And so much more!! 🙌

As you explore this issue, please show some love to our amazing sponsors. Their support is what brings these community stories to life! 🙏

Enjoy the read, 📖 and we’ll see you around town!

📸 Photos this month by .thompson.photography

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