Denise Fleischer

Chicago

Lifestyle Editor at Journal & Topics

I'm a paranormal author fascinated with good vs. evil. Avid romance and cozy mystery reader. Feed me with books! I'm a book reviewer.

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Upcoming Events - Journal & Topics Media Group

3 weeks 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 PlainesCenter of ConcernGolf For GoodMountain View Adventure Center510 E. Algonquin Rd.2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21Tickets include 18 holes of mini golf, face painting, snacks, and beverages. Enter to win prizes in the family-friendly raffles. Purchase raffle tickets.
Upcoming Events - Journal & Topics Media Group

4 weeks 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].
Upcoming Events - Journal & Topics Media Group

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 PlainesDes Plaines Park DistrictLive at the Lake – Red RosesMemorial Pavilion 2200 Lee St.6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 12Food trucks: Curious Crow, KonaThe free concert starts at 7 p.m. Find the Art in the Park tent to create art projects before each concert.
‘Human Books’ To Share Their Experiences At PH Library

1 month 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...
Upcoming Events - Journal & Topics Media Group

2 months 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.
Ken Schaefer’s Nature-Themed Photograms Featured At Jefferson Home

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.
First Babies Of 2025, It’s A Boy At Lutheran General

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.
Enjoy ‘A Toy-ful Celebration Holiday Concert’ At Glenview Community Church

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.
Enjoy A Taste Of Downtown Glenview At Winter Wine & Art Walk

Nov 26, 2024 | journal-topics.com | Denise Fleischer

The first Winter Wine & Art Walk will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, in downtown Glenview along Glenview and Waukegan roads. Along the way, you can sample two wines at each of a dozen businesses while exploring a curated collection of local artwork.
Arlington Heights Veterans Breakfast Informs, Celebrates Service

Nov 1, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Denise Fleischer

Share The Arlington Heights Veterans Breakfast & Celebration, held for the last 13 years, is organized by the Veterans Memorial Committee of Arlington Heights. This year’s breakfast will be held at Luther Village’s Wittenberg Commons, Lakeview Club, on the second floor, from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Breakfast is free to all veterans of the Armed Forces. About 150 to 180 veterans usually attend.