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Glen Ellyn Holiday Walk, November 28:
“Home for the Holidays”
G
ood wishes and holiday
cheer abound at the annual
Glen Ellyn Holiday Walk,
sponsored by the Glen Ellyn
Chamber of Commerce and taking place
on Friday, November
28, from 5 to 9 p.m.
This year’s Holiday
Walk theme is “Home
for the Holidays,”
which will be reflected
in window decor
throughout the
downtown. Shops and
restaurants will be
open late with treats
for holiday shoppers.
Start the celebration at the Glen Ellyn
Public Library with entertainment, arts
and crafts, refreshments and the Friends
of the Library used book sale. Stop for
the annual chili supper at Grace Lutheran
Home
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Church before heading downtown
to enjoy windows decorated for the
Holiday Walk, as well as special
seasonal offers.
Be sure to be there when Santa lights
the big tree
at Main and
Crescent at 6 p.m.
Afterwards, Santa
will greet children
at Fire Station #1,
524 Pennsylvania
Avenue, until
8:30 p.m.
Make holiday
shopping easy by previewing the great
gift ideas from Glen Ellyn merchants
on pages 4 and 5 of this newsletter.
For more information about the Glen
Ellyn Holiday Walk, please visit
www.glenellynchamber.com.
Schedule of Activities
Friday, November 28
g 1:30-4:30 p.m. The Glen Ellyn Public Library’s Open House during the Holiday
Walk, 400 Duane Street. Entertainment includes music from the Vivaldi Strings,
One Voice Choir and the Glenbard South High School Madrigal Singers. Craft
activities for children will take place as well in the Youth Department.
g 5-8 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church, at the intersection of Forest and Pennsylvania
Avenues, will hold its ever-popular Chili Supper.
g 6 p.m. Santa Claus will arrive to light the tree at Main Street and Crescent Boulevard.
Gather early for the best view.
g 6:30-8:30 p.m. Santa and his helpers will await the children who stop by to share
Christmas wishes at the Glen Ellyn Fire Station, Main Street and Pennsylvania
Avenue.
g Downtown shops remain open late with refreshments, entertainment and special
holiday offers.
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Candidates for
Village Offices:
Dec. 6 Town Hall
Meeting
T
he Glen Ellyn Civic Betterment
Party will hold a Town Hall
Meeting on Saturday, December 6,
9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Glen Ellyn Civic
Center. Candidates for three Village
Trustee positions and four Library Board
positions will make presentations at the
Town Meeting, which will be simulcast on
community cable television.
Residents can cast their vote anytime
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Glen Ellyn
Civic Center. Those individuals with the
most votes at the Town Hall Meeting and
through early voting will be on the ballot
in the April 2015 election with Civic
Betterment Party endorsement. Early
voting will be scheduled during the week
prior to the Town Meeting. Residents are
encouraged to attend the Town Meeting to
cast their vote this fall and in April when
the slate of candidates comes up for formal
election. For more information, please visit
www.glenellyncivicbetterment.com.
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Preserving Glen Ellyn’s
Landmarks
Important Winter Reminders
Residents are encouraged to nominate
homes, buildings and
other structures, as
well as works of art
This home at 716 Crescent, designed
that have historic, architectural, or aesthetic by the world-renowned firm of
Frank Lloyd Wright, was given local
interest and value to
the Village and its resi- landmark designation in 2013.
dents. Individuals with an interest in preserving our community’s history are also invited to attend Historic Preservation
meetings, held the fourth Thursday of every month at 7:30
p.m. in the Glen Ellyn Civic Center. For more information,
please visit the Historic Preservation Commission’s webpage
at www.glenellyn.org.
Following are some reminders from Glen Ellyn’s Planning &
Development Department:
n Correct roof and sump drains to avoid discharging water
that can freeze on the sidewalk, driveway or street.
n Avoid the use of portable heaters. Portable heaters have been
found to be one of the major causes of home fires.
n Have your furnace or boiler inspected and in proper
operation for winter use.
n Consider making home energy improvements and
investigate available rebates.
n Comply with decorative holiday lighting regulations.
n Contact Glen Ellyn’s Planning and Development
Department at 630-547-5250 if adequate heating is not
provided in your rented unit.
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Holiday Light Strands
Collection
T
o keep used holiday light strands out of our landfills,
the Village has instituted a light strand recycling
program.
Residents can bring holiday lights to the Civic Center from
Monday, November 24, through Friday, February 13. All
holiday light strands, as well as extension cords, will be
accepted.
A drop-off location will be available on the first floor of the
Civic Center, 535 Duane Street, near the Cashier’s Office.
Glen Ellyn Fire Company Donations
To help fund the Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire
Company, the Village Board approved a
monthly fee for Glen Ellyn residents last
December, which is included on the Village’s
monthly services bill to residents and business
owners. Additional community donations,
however, help to augment the equipment needs of this volunteer
organization, which is made up of 60 plus volunteer firefighters
who have made an extraordinary commitment to safeguarding
our community. If you would like to make an end-of-the-year
donation to the Fire Company, please mail it to: Glen Ellyn
Volunteer Fire Company, P.O. Box 460, Glen Ellyn, IL 60138
or drop it off at either fire station – 524 Pennsylvania Avenue
or 681 Taft Avenue in the drop box. Please show your support
by making a generous donation. Residents are reminded that
telephone solicitations are not endorsed by the Village.
Primary Snow Route for Glen Ellyn
After a heavy snowfall, with community safety as the foremost concern,
snowplows clear the primary roadways through our community first.
The snow route map below indicates the primary snow route for
Glen Ellyn.
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Historic Preservation Commission Awards Program
Save
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he Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation
Commission supports homeowners
and builders who help preserve our Village’s
historic character. Nominations are accepted
January 1 through April 1 of each year for
projects completed within the prior calendar
year. Each year, the Glen Ellyn Historic
Preservation Awards program honors projects
in four categories.
effort (completed within the prior calendar
year) to remodel the exterior of a home
or building in a manner maintaining or
improving the architectural integrity and
contributing to historic preservation.
Qualified homes must be 50 years or older.
Entries are judged on the extent to which
the exterior remodel is in keeping with the
home’s character.
Restoration of the Year Award: The
Restoration of the Year Award is presented in
recognition of an outstanding effort to restore
the exterior of a home or building in a manner
fitting its historic character while adhering
to Glen Ellyn’s restoration guidelines and
contributing to historic preservation. Qualified
homes must be 50 years or older. Entries are
judged on how the exterior restoration is in
keeping with the home’s historic character.
Streetscape Compatibility Award:
The Streetscape Compatibility Award is
presented in recognition of an outstanding
effort to construct a new home or building
in an architectural style and scale that
contributes to the preservation of Glen
Ellyn’s historic streetscapes. A home can be
of any age to qualify for this award. Entries
are judged on their compatibility with the
existing streetscape in architectural style
and scale.
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Remodeling Project of the Year Award:
The Remodeling Project of the Year Award
is presented in recognition of an outstanding
Architectural Details Award: The
Architectural Details Award is presented
in recognition of an outstanding effort to
restore an exterior detail element of a home,
building or property in a manner fitting its
historic character. Examples of exterior detail
elements would include but not be limited to
porches, cornice work, leaded glass windows,
or decorative fencing. Qualified homes must
be 50 years or older. Entries are judged on the
compatibility of the element with the historic
character of the home or building.
Entries are accepted for residential (singlefamily and multi-family), commercial and
institutional buildings. Glen Ellyn residents
are encouraged to nominate projects of special
interest in their neighborhoods; homeowners
or builders interested in applying for awards
may also self-nominate. To nominate a
structure, complete the nomination form
online at www.glenellyn.org. For more
information, please contact the Historic
Preservation Commission Staff Liaison at
630-469-5000.
Visit our Beautiful New Clubhouse
facilities and See for Yourself
Let us Cater Thanksgiving Dinner
Make Thanksgiving simple by ordering your dinner
from the Links. You’ll have your choice of items like
Herb-Roasted Turkey, Low Country Baked Ham
and Pan Seared Canadian Salmon. Special salads like
Spinach Walnut and pastas such as Butternut Squash
Ravioli complete the perfect meal. Order online at
www.villagelinksgolf.com and click on the Reserve 22
logo. You can also order by calling 630-469-5550 or
emailing mconcepcion@villagelinks.com. Or stop in
for an order form.
A Superb Location
For Your Next Holiday Event
At Glen Ellyn’s Village Links
Wedding Receptions
Corporate Banquets
Special Events
Reserve 22 is booking banquets and private parties for 2014 and 2015. The Blue Heron Room is
available for private parties for 20-150 guests. Executive Chef Mike Concepcion offers a selection of
plated and themed buffet menus. He can also customize a menu just for your event. The Board Room
accommodates up to 20 guests for private dining and breakfast/lunch/dinner meetings. For more
information and reservations, please call 630-469-5550.
485 Winchell Way • www.villagelinksgolf.com
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Holiday gift ideas from local retailers
AliKat Boutique
Fire + Wine Restaurant
499 Pennsylvania Avenue
630-469-5760
www.alikatboutique.com
For Everyone: We recommend Frasier Fir
Fragrances – reminiscent of fresh cut trees and
boughs of garland. This festive fragrance warms
your home and is a favorite during the holidays
and beyond. Candles, diffusers, hand wash and
more. Priced from $5 to $55.
433 N. Main Street
630-793-9955
Fire+wine is offering special gift cards
for $100 that come with a “$120 bonus
certificate” to be used in 2015. Promotion
will run from November 26 through
December 24.
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College
of DuPage
Gift Certificate to performances at the
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Arts Center – College
(425 Fawell Boulevard, Glen Ellyn) where
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there will be more than twenty performances in
theimportance.
spring of 2015, ranging from Second City
comedy to classical Russian National Ballet.
Surprise friends, family, co-workers or clients
with a one-of-a-kind gift they will never forget.
Gift cards to the MAC can be purchased in any
denomination, by phone (630) 942-4000, or
in person at the Box Office. Gift cards come in
a special MAC envelope and allow you to give
the gift of entertainment to anyone on your list,
all year long.
Gift Certificate to Waterleaf restaurant at
College of DuPage (425 Fawell Boulevard
Glen Ellyn)
Described by the Chicago Sun-Times as a
“hidden gem,” Waterleaf Restaurant garnered
a three-star “Excellent” rating. Serving lunch,
dinner and Sunday brunch, Waterleaf also
offers an award-winning list of wines and a
prix-fixe dinner with three courses for $38.
Open Wednesday – Sunday evenings. Gift
cards can be purchased by calling 630-9426881.
Bright Spirit Yoga
437 Saint Charles Road
312-420-7042
A series of Yoga Classes, which includes eight
classes that are one-and-a-quarter hours
long. The cost for this gift is $110 and includes
a Yoga accessory bag with a block, strap and
therapeutic ball to take to any class you attend.
A Yoga Therapy Gift Certificate for a onehour session that is one-on-one with a
Yoga Therapist. This gift also comes with a
Yoga accessory bag with a block, strap and
therapeutic ball. Cost $90.
Glen Ellyn Dentistry
577 Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 100
Give the gift of a healthy smile. Philips
Sonicare electric toothbrushes are
the perfect gift for ages 4+. We have
replacement brush heads and three
different types of brushes to choose from.
Cost: ranges from $35-$190.
Glen Ellyn Public Library
400 Duane Street
630-469-0879
www.gepl.org
Friends of the Library Book Bag
The Friends of the Library Book Bag is
perfect for carrying books, movies and so
much more. Cost $20.
GEPL T-shirt
Show your library spirit by wearing a
GEPL t-shirt. The t-shirt comes in grey
or white with the library’s logo across the
front. Small, medium, large and extralarge. Cost: $15.
Kelsey Resale Boutique
484 Main Street
630-858-2622
Jackets! Tweed, leather, sweater, wool/
cashmere... jackets are perfect to throw on
with jeans and a pair of knee-high boots
or booties with a cashmere scarf. Casual
or dressy, it’s the perfect winter piece.
Larc Jewelers
479 N. Main Street
630-469-0580
www.larcjewelers.com
The Indiri Collection.
Fair Trade Sterling Silver Jewelry, skillfully
hand-crafted by independent artists in
Bali. Jewelry for men and women.
Cost: starts at $90.
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Luis Arturo Dance Academy
(LADA)
462 Park Boulevard, Suite 122
312-473-5232
www.luisarturoacademy.com
Winter Gift Special
(only available to Glen Ellyn residents)
Gift Certificate for private training dance
lessons includes three private training sessions
for up to two people (one couple). All three
sessions must be redeemed within one month
after the first class. Voucher valid for one year.
Cost: $100.
Marcel’s Culinary Experience
490 N. Main Street
630-790-8500
www.marcelsculinaryexperience.com
Let us help you find the perfect gift for your
friends, family and colleagues this holiday
season. Gift cards, cooking classes, cooking
tools, gorgeous tabletop to artisan foodstuffs. We also design custom gift boxes beautifully
packaged in Marcel’s branded wooden crate. For a man:
Sophisticated, yet extremely practical,
La Chamba cookware is hand-crafted in
Columbia from black clay. These unique and
versatile pieces are equally at home on the
grill, stove, oven or tabletop. Choose from
a selection of roasters, casseroles or baking
dishes and tuck in a few gourmet soup mixes
from Frontier Soups to complete your gift. Cost $25-$70.
For a woman:
Dishing up one-of-a-kind art for the table, a
collectible piece from Terrafirma ceramics is
a beautiful gift. Each piece is made entirely
by hand by painting liquid porcelain through
textiles and lace. Come in to choose from our
selection of vibrantly colored and uniquely
patterned pieces. Make a statement with one
piece or mix up patterns to create a look that
is your own. Cost: $40-$200.
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PJ Greetings
String Theory
The Green Branch Florist
427 Duane Street
630-469-8700
www.pjgreetings.com
Gift Ideas for Everyone:
Lots of personalized gifts for teachers,
grandparents and everyone in
between. Most items are ready in just 1-2
days after approving the proof.
Custom Pre-inked Stamps (address,
monogram, etc.) give thousands and
thousands of impressions without needing
an ink pad. See all the designs at
www.pjgreetings.com. Cost: $39.95.
Personalized Stationery (notepads, note
cards, etc.) is a great gift for anyone of any
age. Cost: starting at $19.95.
Glen Ellyn Deal: $10 off your order
over $50. Enter coupon code “GENL” at
checkout. Expires 12/19/14.
477 N. Main
630-469-6085
Stringtheoryyarncompany.com
String Theory has knitting and crochet
classes for all ages. Give the gift of good
times spent together. Or buy a handcrafted scarf from String Theory’s annual
Scarf Market. All proceeds go to Bridge
Communities, a local organization helping
homeless families.
485 N. Main Street
630-858-7440
Looking for the perfect, unique gift for the
holiday hostess, grab bag or special event?
We have a wonderful selection of ornaments,
candles, picture frames, linens, soaps and home
decor items. Cost: starting at $10.
RISE Glen Ellyn
499C Pennsylvania Avenue
630-474-0550
RISE Glen Ellyn is a fitness studio and
much more. Gift certificates available in
all dominations. We also have a great
selection of candles, scarfs, prepackaged
gift sets and fun fitness and loungewear. Riviera Jewelers
409 N. Main Street
630-469-4954
www.diamondjan.com
Ladies Nomination Sterling Silver, as
well as Stainless Steel Jewelry, hand made
in Italy. Cost: from $75 through $600.
Men’s Bulova Precisionist Watches, the
World’s most accurate timepiece with
continuously sweeping second hand.
Cost: from $350 through $799.
Sincerely Martha
www.sincerelymartha.com
630-469-5821
From graduates to grandmothers...
continue the social courtesy of thank you
notes...personalized stationery. Cost:
$25 and up.
For children: Personalized Christmas
plates, placemats, even a “Cookies for
Santa” personalized plate. Cost: $25.
For men: 20 oz. Brew Glass /Pilsners/
Golden Lagers. Cost: from $50/set 4.
Personalized phone cases – practical and
popular. Cost: $50 and up.
Sunset Slush DuPage
eric@sunsetslushdupage.com
630-926-4747
Although Sunset Slush is closed for the
winter, we can deliver quarts or pints of
your favorite flavors, as well as koozies and
gift certificates. Cost: quarts are $15, pints
are $7, koozies are $2 and gift certificates
are available in any denomination. Ten Thousand Villages
503 Pennsylvania Avenue
630-790-1166
www.tenthousandvillages.com/glenellyn
For everyone: Reindeer is handmade from
natural raffia and is a great addition to the
holiday home. Made in the Philippines,
the reindeer measures 14” long x 3” wide.
Cost: $16.
The Bookstore
475 N. Main Street
630-469-2891
For a woman: The book “Chicago
Portraits” by the Chicago Tribune, a
priceless assortment of the famous,
infamous and otherwise fascinating
subjects who have lived in or passed
through Chicago, collected for the first
time in one volume. Cost: $35.
For a man: “The Golf Book: Twenty Years
of the Players, Shots and Moments That
Changed the Game” by Chris Millard.
A dazzling illustrated digest from the
archives of the Golf Channel filled with
stories from top players, colorful insights
from on-air talent and celebrity viewers,
essential lists and sidebars, and stunning
photographs of legendary golf courses
around the world. Cost: $50.
The Prince’s Table LLC
530 Duane Street
630-469-4150
Vibrant vitreous enamel on pure sterling
silver recalls the craftsmanship of European
artisans; but these treasures have been created
by Americans since 1923. True Glass Enamel
– the fusion of metal and glass employing high
heat – is available in fourteen brilliant beautiful
hues and several charming renditions.
For a woman: Peace Dove pendants, guardian
angels and earrings.
For a man: Zodiac signs, St. Christopher
pendants and cuff links.
Cost: pendants $42 - $92, cuff links $85 - $125.
We will engrave on the sterling silver side
(two-day turnaround – $12 Monogram) and
gift wrap it for you – guaranteed to delight the
heart!
The Yoga Place
488 Crescent Boulevard
630-534-6463
www.theyogaplacege.com
Give the gift of peace, flexibility and stress relief!
Gift certificates from The Yoga Place are perfect.
In town location with parking. Available in
any dollar increment. Complete your gift with
a yoga mat or shop our market. Purchases are
available online or in store.
Veiled By ChaCha Bridal Boutique
524 Duane Street
630-790-1328
www.veiledbychacha.net
Bling out the holidays with great Swarovski
Crystal Jewelry for her. Visit Veiled By ChaCha
for exclusive and one-of-a-kind pieces that can
be worn for any occasion. Cost: from $79 $300.
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Tuesday, November
18
Ladies Night OutDowntown Glen Ellyn
Many unique shops in
downtown Glen Ellyn will
be participating in Ladies
Night Out on Tuesday,
November 18, 5 - 9 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased for $15 at
www.downtownglenellyn.com and for
$20 on the day of the event.
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November 24
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Last scheduled day to have yard waste
picked up, with stickers
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April.
importance.
Friday, November 28
Holiday Walk, downtown Glen Ellyn. See
page 1 for more information.
Holiday Walk Open House at the Glen
Ellyn Public Library, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.,
during the Holiday Walk. Enjoy music from
the Vivaldi Strings, one Voice Choir and
the Glenbard South High School Madrigal
Singers. Craft activities for children will take
place as well in the Youth Department. The
library will also be holding a used book sale
sponsored by the Friends of the Library from
12 noon to 4:30 p.m. Please visit www.gepl.
org for more information.
14th Annual Chili Supper at Grace
Lutheran Church, 493 Forest Avenue, 5 - 8
p.m., during the Holiday Walk. All proceeds
go to the Evangelical Lutheran Church
in America International World Hunger
Relief Program, as well as the Glen Ellyn
Food Pantry, housed at the church. Items
on the menu include chili, hot dogs, corn
bread, chips, dessert, and drinks. Tickets are
not required and all items are available for
purchase à la carte. For more information
and advance tickets, please call the Grace
Lutheran Church office at 630-469-1555,
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Wednesday, December 3, 7 and 10
Special Stacy’s Tavern Museum Hours
in December
Stacy’s Tavern Museum, 557 Geneva Road,
will be open on Wednesday, December
3, Sunday, December 7 and Wednesday,
December 10, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Suggested
donation for touring the tavern museum is
$5 for adults and $2.50 for students. Groups
must call in advance: 630-469-1867.
Saturday, December 6
Town Hall Meeting
The Glen Ellyn Civic Betterment Party
will hold a Town Hall Meeting from 9 a.m.
- 4 p.m. at the Glen Ellyn Civic Center to
present candidates for Village Trustee and
Library Board. (See page 2.)
Saturday, December 6
Home Sweet Home: Families
Caring and Sharing
What a great way to surprise the kids in
your life—a holiday gingerbread-decorating
experience at the Abbington, Glen Ellyn,
from 9 a.m. - 12 noon. Event includes
decorating of gingerbread houses – for
the perfect holiday centerpiece – together
with a breakfast buffet (9:30 -11 a.m.),
visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, musical
entertainment, caroling, storytelling,
storybook characters and even a visit from
the Gingerbread Man. As you enjoy making
these colorful creations, you’ll be helping
women and children this holiday season
who are struggling to build new lives, free of
domestic abuse, with the assistance of Family
Shelter Service. Tickets are $40 for adults
and $25 for children. For more information,
please visit www.familyshelterservice.org or
call 630-221-8290.
Saturday, December 6, January 3
Coffee with the Cops
On the first Saturday morning of each
month, the Chief of Police plays host to
interested residents who would like to
interact with law enforcement personnel in a
non-enforcement environment. Participants
can discuss neighborhood issues, such as
traffic or parking; seek information on
various police programs; and learn about
specific police duties and responsibilities,
such as investigations, traffic accident
reconstructions and evidence collections.
Coffee with the Cops sessions are held from
8 - 10 a.m. on the second floor of the Civic
Center and pre-registration is not required.
Bring your children and grandchildren for
gingerbread decorating and a breakfast with
Santa at “Home Sweet Home,” Saturday,
December 6, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. All proceeds
benefit Family Shelter Service.
Tuesday, December 9
The Glen Ellyn Woman’s Club invites
members and guests to the Glen Oak Country
Club, 21 West 451 Hill Avenue in Glen
Ellyn, for a Holiday Festival and fundraiser.
The program features cabaret singer Kym
Frankovelgia with some beloved old songs,
some lively new songs and some original
songs. Frankovelgia has appeared with The
Ink Spots, The Four Lads and the Andrews
Sisters. Social hour begins at 11:30 a.m.;
luncheon and program from 12 noon to 2:30
p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and guests are
welcome. Proceeds from the Silent Auction
will go to Glenbard West and Glenbard
South High Schools and area charities. For
information and to make a reservation, call
630-469-7046 by December 4.
Saturday, December 13
Come for “Holiday Stories at the Fire
House” on Saturday, December 13, 1-3 p.m.
at the downtown fire station at Main Street
and Pennsylvania Avenue. Enjoy holiday
music, as well as holiday stories read by Glen
Ellyn Public Library librarians. Live reindeer
will be posted outside and Santa will be on
hand, too. For more information, please visit
www.downtownglenellyn.com.
First three Mondays of January
Christmas trees/holiday greens collection.
No sticker required.
Christmas Basket Donors Needed
The Glen Ellyn Junior Woman's Club is providing holiday cheer through their Christmas
Baskets Program, which benefits local community members in need. Donors adopt a
family and buy gifts for each person in the family. Participating families range from small to
large.The drop-off date for wrapped gifts is Thursday, December 11, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.,
at Parkview Community Church, 764 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn. Baskets are delivered
to families on Saturday, December 13. If you would like to adopt a family or help with
deliveries, please email: gejuniorsxmasbaskets@gmail.com or call Lynn at 630-441-0101.
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Core Power Yoga
525 Roosevelt Road, Building B
Suite 350
630-343-5339
www.corepoweryoga.com
Yoga, fitness, retail and programs
European Wax Center
291 Roosevelt Road
630-469-4929
www.waxcenter.com
Full body waxing
Eztech Vapes
920 Roosevelt Road
630-578-9766
www.eztechvapes.com
Electronic cigarette sales
Foot Massage
606 Roosevelt Road
630-534-4591
Foot massage
Northwest General Contractors
799 Roosevelt Road, Building 6
Suite 110
630-942-9800
Contractors office
TMC Squared
450 Duane Street
630-942-8622
www.tmcsquared.com
Computer repair and on-site support
Toontrack Music USA
415 Taft Avenue
630-793-9259
www.toontrack.com
Swedish software company
Twin Bros Paving & Concrete
800 Roosevelt Road, Building A
Suite 20
630-372-9817
www.twinbrospaving.com
Asphalt and concrete paving
Adopt-A-Fire Hydrant
Greg Mathews Named
Village Attorney
Greg Mathews has been appointed
as the Village’s new attorney.
Mathews has spent most of his life
in Glen Ellyn where he attended
elementary school and high school
at Glenbard West; he reportedly
holds the football record for most
yards passing in a single game for
the Hilltoppers at 269.
Mathews received his bachelor’s degree from Yale University in 1977
and a law degree from Indiana University in 1980. He worked as
a trial attorney for more than two decades, handling jury trials in
Illinois and in several state and federal courts across the country,
before he became involved in municipal corporate law and litigation.
Mathews served as Village trustee from 1993 to 1997 and finished
the term as Acting Village President on the vote of his co-trustees.
Mathews served as Village President from 2001 to 2005 and served
on the DuPage Water Commission.
In May of 2013 Mathews began service to the Village as its attorney
as a private practitioner. In July of this year the Village invited him
to join the Village staff on a full-time basis.
Glen Ellyn Welcomes
New Finance Director
Keep Hydrants Clear in Winter
An important safety precaution after heavy snowfalls is to clear
the snow between the street and fire hydrant. When you “adopt
a fire hydrant” near your home, you ensure it is accessible to the
Fire Company in times of emergency. Also, it is best to wait until
the street is plowed before digging out the hydrant. Talk with
your neighbors and enlist the whole neighborhood in staying
safe this winter by clearing fire hydrants.
Christina Coyle was recently named
as the Village of Glen Ellyn’s new
Finance Director. Coyle formerly
served as the Village’s Assistant
Finance Director, and most recently,
as the Interim Finance Director.
Prior to joining the Village staff,
Coyle was a manager in the public
auditing practice of Baker Tilly
Virchow Krause, LLP, in Oak
Brook, IL, where she specialized in
performing audits for the municipal and not-for-profit sector.
Coyle is a Certified Public Accountant and a graudate of the
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she doublemajored in finance and French.
Coyle, who resides in Wheaton, is married with two children. In
her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading and biking.
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v Village of Glen Ellyn residents are asked to
be responsible for shoveling the walkway in
front of their house for the safety of everyone.
Some additional reminders include:
3 Remove snow from fire hydrants, so
that they are visible in an emergency.
3 Shoveling snow into the street is
prohibited, since it creates an unsafe
condition for drivers.
3 After a significant snowfall, clear any
catch basin in the event of a quick thaw.
3 The only feasible method of
snowplowing is using side-delivery
snowplows — which, unfortunately,
may cause an accumulation of snow at
the end of driveways.
3 There is no parking on Village streets
after a 2-inch or greater snowfall until
the streets have been plowed.
This is where an
interesting fact
about the story
will appear to
highlight its
importance.
v The holiday greens curbside collection will
occur on the first three Mondays of January
Center
as Civic
part of the
regular refuse collection. No
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This service is included
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your monthly
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v Village parkway tree pruning will run
from November through March. It will
take place east of Main Street and north of
the Union Pacific railroad tracks. This work
is designed to maintain clearance heights,
remove dead wood, perform corrective
pruning and help maintain healthy trees.
To view a map of this area, visit the
Forestry webpage at www.glenellyn.org.
v Blockages in furnace flues can cause
carbon monoxide poisoning. As the
heating season begins, be sure your
furnace flue is free of debris by using
a qualified heating technician who can
help to ensure that everything is working
properly. Carbon monoxide detectors are
now mandated by state law for all dwellings
and can be purchased at area hardware
stores.
v The last yard waste collection for this
year will take place on Monday, November
24. Yard waste stickers can be purchased at
the Cashier’s Office and local retailers.
www.glenellyn.org
Police Services, Fire Emergency... 9-1-1 • Police Non-Emergency (after hours)... 630-469-1187
General Information... 630-469-5000 (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday) Public Works...630-469-6756
Glen Ellyn Park District... 630-858-2462
Glen Ellyn Public Library... 630-469-0879
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