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Park District to try additional paddleboard launch spot at Gillson

May 10, 2019 at 4:24 p.m.

Faced with long wait lists for space to store and use stand-up paddleboards at Gillson Park beach, Wilmette Park District officials will test a plan this summer to provide new...

Despite dreary weather, nearly 90 people took part Sunday in the one-mile Beach Dash for the Birds run at Gillson Park in Wilmette.

Beach dash for bird habitat a soggy success

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

Dreary, soggy weather didn't matter to the almost 90 runners who took part Sunday in the Ouilmette Foundation's Beach Dash for the Birds at Gillson Park. The March 13 run...

Aimee Koch of Wilmette constructs an eco-art card at Go Green Wilmette's "Going Green Matters" environmental fair, held March 13 at the Michigan Shores Club.

Going Green Matters 2016 shines despite lack of sun

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

The sun didn't show its face Sunday at the 10th annual 2016 Going Green Matters environmental fair, but the volunteers, vendors and visitors who checked out solar power, composting, energy...

Wilmette trustees on March 8 approved zoning to allow a downtown barbecue grill retailer to move his business into this empty car wash, and add beer brewing capabilities for his catering events. Some area neighbors have said the business will cause traffic congestion in area alleys, and generate noise and potential alcohol-fueled activity.

Wilmette OKs grill store growth, brewing ability over some neighbor objections

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

Wilmette trustees on March 8 approved zoning permissions that will allow a downtown retailer to move his barbecue and grill business into larger nearby quarters, where he plans to install...

Shout Out: Carol Goldbaum, lifelong social worker

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

The National Association of Social Workers Illinois Chapter announced this month that it is recognizing Wilmette resident Carol Goldbaum with its 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award in honor of her career...

Results of a Wilmette Park District survey designed to gauge what district residents want to see happen to Gillson Park show that a majority want Gillson, shown here during the 2013 Independence Day celebration, to remain open space, with minimal infrastructure improvements.

Park District survey reflects desire for minimal change, consultant says

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

The survey Wilmette Park District's board commissioned last year to gauge residents' desires for lakefront renovations or other changes is finally in, and one of its most notable findings is...

Lakeview Center in Gillson Park will be the starting point for the Ouilmette Foundation's Beach Dash, a one-mile run on March 13 to raise funds for the Wilmette Park District's new migratory bird habitat.

March 13th Beach Dash run is for the birds, in the best possible way

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

Early bird runners can help support and care for real birds as they fly over Lake Michigan and Wilmette by taking part in a mile-long Beach Dash run at Gillson...

Wilmette postmaster Alonzo Young has worked for the United States Postal Service for 29 years, and has been postmaster in the village since 2014.

Shout Out: Alonzo Young, Wilmette postmaster

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

Alonzo Young is a U.S. Navy veteran and postmaster at the Wilmette post office, 1241 Central Ave. He spoke March 4 about his career, what the Postal Service offers customers,...

Parents let their enthusiasm explode during rehearsals for "Shuffle," the 2016 McKenzie School variety show. The show runs March 7-12.

It’s Lights, Action, “Shuffle” at 2016 McKenzie Variety Show

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

Think about elementary school variety shows, and chances are you'll think of students on stage, with their adoring parents in the seats beyond the footlights. But at Wilmette's McKenzie Elementary...

During the 2015 Going Green Matters environmental fair, Dave Doerschuk of Columbus, Ohio, inspects the Boonemobile, a recumbert bicycle with a carbon fiber shell. This year's fair is set for March 13 at the Michigan Shores Club in Wilmette.

Going Green Matters 2016 to highlight sustainable suburbs

May 10, 2019 at 4:23 p.m.

The annual Going Green Matters environmental fair will ask visitors to explore how they can help make their suburban communities more ecologically sustainable, and do so in a way that...

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