Lombard's Halloween House Decorating Contest

Enter the Halloween House Decorating Contest and turn your home into the spookiest, creepiest or most creative house on the block.

 Submit your house by October 1
 Decorations must be up by October 12
 Contest runs October 12–31

Register your house here-->
lombardparks.com/halloween-house-decorating-contest/

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Village of Lombard

Finance & Administration Committee Meeting

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Village of Glen Ellyn

Village Board Meeting

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Village of Villa Park

Village Board of Trustees Meeting

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Monday Night Pub Trivia at Noon Whistle Brewing

Kick off your week with a fun and competitive night at Noon Whistle Brewing’s Lombard Brewpub. Monday nights are all about testing your knowledge, enjoying great beer, and spending time with friends.

Join in for free-to-play Pub Trivia where teams can compete for prizes and bragging rights. Whether you’re a trivia expert or just looking for a relaxed night out, this weekly event offers a great mix of entertainment and community.

Hosted at Noon Whistle Brewing Lombard Brewpub

DATE: Every Monday
TIME: 7:00 PM
DURATION: 3 hours

Open to the public.

Gather your crew, grab a pint, and put your knowledge to the test.

Trivia Night at O'Neils

Team Pub Trivia at Ellyn’s Tap & Grill

Open Mic Night at Shannon's Deli and Bar Lombard

The Beer Cellar Trivia Night

Gather your team and test your knowledge during Trivia Night at The Beer Cellar, featuring two hours of general knowledge trivia, themed bonus rounds, and music trivia.

Guests can enjoy craft beer, wine, spirits, canned beverages, and take-home drink selections while competing for prizes awarded to the top teams.

Location: The Beer Cellar,  488 Crescent Blvd., Glen Ellyn
DATE: Every Thursday 
TIME: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Three Town Library Roundup

What’s Happening at Our Local Libraries This Week | September 22 - 29

There’s plenty happening at our local libraries this week, from technology and maker classes to children’s activities, book sales and community opportunities. Here are some highlights from Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park.

Helen Plum Library — Lombard

Intermediate Google Docs — Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 3–4:30 p.m.
Go beyond the basics of Google Docs and learn how to enhance documents and convert Microsoft Word files. Registration required.

AI or Not — Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 5–5:45 p.m.
Students in grades 6–12 will test their skills by deciding whether different materials were created by humans or artificial intelligence. Registration required.

Cuentos en Español — Spanish Storytime — Saturday, Sept. 26 | 10–10:45 a.m.
Families with children from birth through age 8 can enjoy stories and activities in Spanish. Drop-in program.

Create a Family Crest — Monday, Sept. 28 | 4–5 p.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Learn about the history of crests and create one representing what makes your family unique. Drop-in program for families with children of all ages.

Excel Indexing: VLOOKUP and XLOOKUP — Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Novice and experienced Excel users can practice lookup and reference commands used for indexing. Registration required.

Also This Week: Free English-language learning classes meet from 6–8:30 p.m. Sept. 22, 24 and 29.

Glen Ellyn Public Library

Seasonal Soiree — Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 4–5 p.m.
Children in grades K–5 can celebrate the fall equinox with crafts, games and seasonal snacks. Registration required.

Tech Help Drop-In — Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 6–7:30 p.m.
Bring questions about your laptop, tablet, phone, apps or other devices for one-on-one troubleshooting assistance.

Cosmic Colors — Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 4–5 p.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m. Young artists can create their own glow-in-the-dark masterpieces under black lights. Registration required.

Día de Lotería — Thursday, Sept. 24 | 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Participants of all ages can discover Lotería, the colorful traditional Mexican game of chance similar to bingo. Game cards available while supplies last.

Playtime with DuPage Children’s Museum — Friday, Sept. 25 | 9:30–11 a.m. Children can build and repair habitats, create gardens and design neighborhoods during an interactive visit from DuPage Children’s Museum.

Sing-Along Play-Along Family Concert with Jim Gill — Saturday, Sept. 26 | 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Families can sing, clap and dance with award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Registration required for adults and children.

Seed Saving — Sunday, Sept. 27 | 1:30–2:30 p.m.
A University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener will explain how to collect and save seeds from your garden. Registration required.

Villa Park Public Library

Mindful Movement — Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 10–11 a.m.
Adults and seniors can explore their body’s natural rhythm and flow during a gentle movement class. Registration required.

Family Pajama Storytime — Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 6:30–7 p.m.
Families with young children can enjoy stories, music and gentle movement. Pajamas are optional but encouraged. Registration required.

Pokémon Club — Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Elementary-age children can enjoy Pokémon-themed games, reading activities and creative challenges. A waitlist is currently in place.

Make-Ahead Pastries — Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 6–7 p.m.
Learn how to prepare pastries ahead of time so they can be baked and served fresh without an early-morning start. A waitlist is currently in place.

Crafternoons — Thursday, Sept. 24 | 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Children ages 7 and older can explore different materials while creating a hands-on craft project. A waitlist is currently in place.

First Chapters Baby Resource Fair — Saturday, Sept. 26 | 10 a.m.–Noon

New and expecting parents can meet local organizations and learn about services, programs and resources available to babies and families.

Before You Go: Programs and availability can change. Check with the individual library for registration requirements, waitlists and the latest information.

Week 5 Local High School Sports Roundup.

Rams, Raiders, Hilltoppers, Warriors & Broncos — September 15-21.

It was another packed week of fall sports across Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park. A crosstown football rivalry, a major Glenbard West upset, Montini's winning streak, an undefeated Willowbrook girls flag football team and strong volleyball performances were among the week's highlights.

FOOTBALL

Glenbard East 20, Glenbard South 12

The Rams earned bragging rights in Friday night's crosstown rivalry, defeating Glenbard South 20–12 in Lombard.

Glenbard East opened the scoring with a 21-yard field goal from Moises Velazquez after Montini Perry broke loose for a 64-yard run. Glenbard South answered when Tommy Bauman connected with Jordyn Warren for a 10-yard touchdown.

The Rams ultimately pulled away for the victory, improving to 3–2 overall and 2–1 in conference play. Glenbard South moved to 3–2 overall and 2–1 in conference play.

Glenbard West 37, Lyons 16

One of the area's biggest football results of the weekend came from Glenbard West.

The Hilltoppers went on the road and handed previously unbeaten Lyons its first loss of the season, 37–16.

The victory improved Glenbard West to 3–2 and came against a Lyons team that entered the night 4–0.

Montini Catholic 42, Carmel 35

The Broncos' winning streak continued Friday night with a 42–35 victory over Carmel.

Montini has now won three straight games after opening the season with a loss. The Broncos previously defeated Marist 35–28 and Nazareth Academy 47–42 before adding Friday's win over Carmel.

Montini improved to 4–1 on the season.

Hinsdale South 35, Willowbrook 16

Willowbrook wasn't able to make it four local football victories Friday, falling on the road to Hinsdale South.

The Hornets defeated the Warriors 35–16. Willowbrook moved to 2–3 on the season.

GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL

Willowbrook's perfect season continues

The Warriors remain one of the biggest stories in our local fall sports coverage.

Willowbrook opened the week with a dominant 75–0 victory over Christ the King on Tuesday and followed it Thursday with a 46–6 win over Addison Trail.

Against Addison Trail, Willowbrook produced 320 yards of offense, including 243 passing yards and 77 rushing yards.

The two victories pushed Willowbrook to a perfect 11–0.

Glenbard West 40, Morton 0

Glenbard West also delivered a dominant performance this week.

The Hilltoppers shut out Morton 40–0, improving to 6–4 on the season.

It was another impressive defensive performance for Glenbard West and marked the program's 11th victory in its last 13 home games dating back to last season.

Glenbard East

The Rams had a difficult start to the week.

Glenbard East fell to Lake Park 27–6 Monday and then lost a closer contest to Bartlett 25–19 Tuesday.

The Rams also met Glenbard South during the week as both programs continued their conference schedules.

Glenbard South

The Raiders faced several opponents during a busy stretch of their schedule.

South closed the week Saturday against Geneva, falling 35–0. The result left Glenbard South at 1–6.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Glenbard West keeps rolling

Few local teams are hotter right now than Glenbard West girls volleyball.

The Hilltoppers defeated St. Francis 25–15, 25–11 Thursday and followed that with victories over Jones 25–13, 25–15 and Schaumburg 25–10, 25–23 during the Glenbard West Invite.

Glenbard West then defeated Glenbard East 25–14, 25–15 Saturday.

That victory extended the Hilltoppers' winning streak to 13 matches and improved their record to an impressive 18–1.

Glenbard South

The Raiders also put together an excellent stretch.

South defeated Glenbard East in three sets Tuesday and then picked up four more victories Saturday, beating Schaumburg, Addison Trail, Glenbard East and Hoffman Estates.

The five-match winning streak moved Glenbard South to 13–6 before the Raiders later dropped a three-set match to DeKalb.

Willowbrook

The Warriors continued a strong season with two more victories.

Willowbrook defeated Leyden 2–0 Tuesday and followed it with another straight-set victory over West Aurora on Thursday.

Against West Aurora, the Warriors won decisively, 25–7, 25–15.

Montini Catholic

Montini added another victory Thursday, defeating DePaul Prep in straight sets.

The Broncos won 26–24, 25–21.

Glenbard East

The Rams had a challenging week against several strong local opponents.

Glenbard South defeated East in three sets Tuesday, Addison Trail earned a 2–1 victory Wednesday, and Glenbard West topped the Rams 25–14, 25–15 during tournament action Saturday.

BOYS SOCCER

Glenbard East 1, Glenbard South 0

The Glenbard rivalry wasn't limited to the football field this week.

East and South met Tuesday in boys soccer, with the Rams edging the Raiders 1–0.

Glenbard East later faced St. Charles North, falling 4–0 Thursday.

Glenbard South

The Raiders rebounded from Tuesday's narrow loss to East with a strong Saturday performance.

Glenbard South defeated Riverside-Brookfield 4–1, improving to 4–5 overall and 2–1 in conference play.

Glenbard West

The Hilltoppers entered the week as one of the area's strongest soccer teams.

Glenbard West faced undefeated Lyons Tuesday in a matchup between two highly regarded teams. Lyons handed West a 2–0 loss, dropping the Hilltoppers to 8–2 at that point in the week.

Montini Catholic

The Broncos competed in the BodyArmor Tournament Monday and were edged by Goode STEM Academy 1–0.

Montini returned to action Wednesday against Latin but fell 4–0.

BOYS GOLF

Glenbard South had an excellent week on the course.

The Raiders finished second at the West Chicago Wildcat Invitational Monday with a team score of 321.

South then defeated Bartlett 152–180 Wednesday and Riverside-Brookfield 149–171 Thursday.

Glenbard West split a pair of notable results. York defeated the Hilltoppers 148–158 Wednesday before West bounced back Thursday to edge Downers Grove North 154–157.

Montini Catholic earned a convincing Thursday victory over De La Salle, 160–229.

CROSS COUNTRY

Local runners also competed during the week.

Glenbard West's boys hosted Hinsdale Central and Lyons at Camera Park Wednesday. Hinsdale Central won the triangular with 15 points, followed by Lyons with 50 and Glenbard West with 85.

Glenbard East's boys competed at the Marmion Run So As To Win Invitational, finishing seventh in a field that included Aurora Central Catholic, Marmion Academy, DePaul, Loyola, York and several other schools.

Cross country competition continues to pick up as teams move deeper into the fall schedule and toward the championship portion of the season.

GIRLS GOLF & SWIMMING

Glenbard West girls golf faced York Wednesday, with York earning a 150–174 victory.

Glenbard East girls golf faced Riverside-Brookfield Thursday, falling 175–201.

In girls swimming, the Glenbard East/Glenbard North co-op competed against Lake Park Thursday, with Lake Park earning a 107–50 victory.

AROUND OUR FIVE SCHOOLS

There was plenty to celebrate this week across our local high schools.

Glenbard East took the crosstown football matchup over Glenbard South, while Glenbard West handed previously unbeaten Lyons its first football loss. Montini extended its football winning streak to three games, Glenbard West volleyball continued its remarkable run, and Willowbrook girls flag football remained perfect at 11–0.

With conference races beginning to take shape, the next several weeks should bring plenty more big games, rivalry matchups and standout performances.

The Lombard Lilac Ledger follows Glenbard East, Glenbard South, Glenbard West, Willowbrook, and Montini Catholic athletics throughout the school year. Have a team accomplishment, athlete milestone or sports photo we should know about? Send it our way for consideration in an upcoming issue.

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting in Glen Ellyn for Barber Syndicate

💈 Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting in Glen Ellyn!

Join the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce in welcoming The Barber Syndicate to the local business community with a special Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting!

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰ Event: 1–2 p.m.
✂️ Ribbon cutting: 1:15 p.m.
📍 434 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn

Please arrive at 1 p.m. to meet the team, tour the new barbershop and help celebrate this exciting addition to Glen Ellyn.

Come support a new local business and give The Barber Syndicate a warm community welcome!

25th Anniversary Celebration for Shear Pandemonia

✂️ Celebrating 25 Years in Glen Ellyn!

Join the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate Shear Pandemonia’s 25th anniversary with a special ribbon-cutting and After Hours gathering!

📅 Monday, September 28, 2026
⏰ 4–5:30 p.m.
📍 Shear Pandemonia

568 Crescent Blvd., Glen Ellyn

Come congratulate the Shear Pandemonia team on this incredible milestone, connect with members of the local business community and stay for the After Hours celebration.

Let’s show our support for a local business that has been serving the Glen Ellyn community for 25 years!

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