Denise Fleischer

1 week ago | journal-topics.com | Denise Fleischer

Prospect Heights Public Library District hosts its second annual “Human Book” library event on Thursday, May 8. Stop by the library anytime to “borrow” a Human Book for a 30-minute one-on-one discussion. Human Books share their experiences with prejudice, and how some aspects of their lives have been stigmatized by society. Patrons can review the list of books and select those they wish to speak with. The books will be in a green room waiting to be checked out. When selected, library patrons wil...

1 month ago | journal-topics.com | Denise Fleischer

The following family-friendly events are hosted by park districts, libraries, and history centers in the Journal & Topics coverage area. Register when requested. Email event details to [email protected]. Des PlainesChrist Church United Church of ChristBobby Jo Valentine Concert1492 Henry, Wobbe Hall7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8Folk/pop entertainer Bobby Jo Valentine presents a concert. There is a ticket fee.

Feb 4, 2025 | journal-topics.com | Denise Fleischer

A collection of photograms created by Ken Schaefer, a former campus naturalist and groundskeeper at Oakton College (OCC), will be featured at the Historic Jefferson Home in Des Plaines through the Izaak Walton League’s Des Plaines Chapter. “This is a PowerPoint presentation because the building is not set up as a gallery,” said 71-year-old Schaefer, who resides in Des Plaines. “I’ll also bring examples. This is my first show there.

Jan 7, 2025 | journal-topics.com | Denise Fleischer

Advocate Health Care on Wednesday (Jan. 1) announced its first babies born in the new year. Ethan Jovanni Maxinez was born at 12:56 a.m. at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. Ethan weighed 6 lbs., 9 oz. and was 19 inches long. His mother is Zara Amirova and father is Giovanni Maxinez. The family resides in Chicago. Scarlett Carmela Sartori was born at 12:12 a.m. at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. She weighed 6 lbs., 15 oz. and was 19.75 inches.

Dec 4, 2024 | journal-topics.com | Denise Fleischer

Glenview Community Church will host the 31st annual “A Toy-Ful Celebration Holiday Concert!” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. Doors open at the church, 1000 Elm St., at 6:30 p.m.Soloist Tricia Melzer-Swaydrak and the Toy Choir selected holiday music so families can begin their holiday celebration.