Her life is even fuller now. And that s saying quite a bit. Rose Pepe is "an indomitable spirit. The thing that characterizes Rose is that she s so full of love and is the kindest and most loving person," said her niece, Lisa Wiggin of Chicago. "She always focuses on what s good, and she just puts out good energy and love."
By helping transform Central Park in Oak Brook into a light-filled wonderland, College of DuPage alumnus Robert Pechous gives local residents a holiday gift to enjoy with loved ones.
As one of the busiest times of the year, there s no shortage of entertaining events happening across the suburbs, from Christmas at Cantigny to WinterFest to Brookfield Zoo s Holiday Magic to Jane Lynch s "A Swingin Little Christmas" and more.
Wheaton Public Library will host a Gingerbread House Contest on Saturday, Dec. 16. The public is invited to vote for their favorite house in three age groups (youth, teen, and adult).