Posted on Aug 26th, 2008
What’s hot in Clarendon Hills? It’s Soul restaurant, according the the Chicago Tribune, which calls it the “hot new name in west-suburban dining.” Soul, 1 Walker Ave., a new addition to the DuPage dining scene, won three stars, or an excellent rating from the Tribune for its soulful Southern cooking, such as Hoppin’ John (although with oxtail meat instead of pork). The chef here is Karen Nicolas.
Posted on Aug 17th, 2008
How long do Clarendon Hills residents spend commuting? According to statistics from real estate search engine Trulia, most, 15.83 percent, spend 10 to 14 minutes traveling to work with the second biggest group (13.86 percent) clocking 45 to 59 minutes in the car.
The lowest percentage (1.31 percent) commute 90 minutes or more and 3.06 percent travel five minutes or less.
Posted on Jul 26th, 2008
The Clarendon Hills Village Board approved plans in July for a Hinsdale-based developer to buy a former police station and turn it into a two-story retail and office building, with a restaurant as a possible tenant as well.
The Chicago Tribune reported the sale price for the building at 201 Burlington Ave. as $750,000. The developer is Waypoint Properties LLC.
The Clarendon Hills Police Department moved to a new station at 448 Park Ave in 2005.
Posted on Jul 17th, 2008
Clarendon Hills is once again hosting its Dancin’ in the Street concert series. The 9th annual event, which draws music fans from throughout DuPage County to downtown Clarendon Hills, will run Wednesday nights through Aug. 6.
On the bill for July 23 is Gizzea, a reggae group, followed July 30 by Elevation, which bills itself as “The greatest U2 tribute band on the planet.” Souled Out Funk, which plays funk and dance music, will perform on Aug. 6. Food is available at 6:30 p.m.; music starts at 7 p.m. and lasts until 9:30 p.m. Bring your blanket and chair. No glass containers are allowed. For more information, call (630) 286-5400 or visit www.clarendonhills.us.
Clarendon Hills will once again host its Dancin’ in the Street concert series. The 9th annual event, which draws music fans from throughout DuPage County to downtown Clarendon Hills, will run Wednesday nights through Aug. 6.
On the bill for June 25 is Slippery When Wet, a Bon Jovi tribute band followed July 2 by Deluxury, which plays blues, Motown music and rock. Food is available at 6:30 p.m.; music starts at 7 p.m. and lasts until 9:30 p.m. Bring your blanket and chair. No glass containers are allowed. For more information, call (630) 286-5400 or visit www.clarendonhills.us.
