Darien, IL|News|
Eco-Friendly Measures Have Darien Students Seeing Green
Darien schools set sights on helping save the earth.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
- Bolingbrook, IL
Erin has been a journalist for more than a decade, as well as a dabbler in fiction writing. With experience as a reporter for Suburban Life and Elgin Courier News, Erin has been working with Patch as a reporter and guest editor since early 2011.
In her free time, Erin loves reading and writing (but hates arithmetic with a passion).
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La Grange, IL|News|
'Big Read' Educates Kids and Adults On Katrina, Unites Community with One Book
For the seventh year in a row, 10 local libraries offer Big Read, which encourages patrons to read the same book—this year, it's "Zeitoun" and the program also offers a corresponding illustrated book on the same topic for youth.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
This Must Be the Place Nabs Business of the Year Award
This Must Be the Place was honored Feb. 25 at the annual Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce dinner dance.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
'Big Read' Booking its Way Back to Suburban Libraries
The program encourages patrons to read the same book with the goal of promoting reading, sparking discussion and building community.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Big Read Program Booking its Way Back to the Suburbs
For the seventh year in a row, 10 local libraries will offer the Big Read program, which encourages patrons to read the same book with the goal of promoting reading, sparking discussion and building community.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
PHOTO GALLERY: H.C. Storm Fun Fair
H. C. Storm School held its Fun Fair Feb. 25. Check out our awesome photo galley, which captures some memories of that night.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
PHOTOS: Grace McWayne Students, Families All Smiles At Fun Fair
Grace McWayne Elementary School's Fun Fair was held Feb. 26.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Public Service a Family Affair for Two Brothers
Brothers John and Mark Cooper fight crime and fires for the city of Darien, John Cooper as a deputy police chief, and Mark Cooper as battalion chief for the Darien-Woodridge Fire Protection District.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia School Board Increases Tax Rate, Goes Back On Its Word
To curb a looming deficit, Batavia School Board members choose to raise the tax rate.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Boutiques: Patch Picks
Looking for a place to find some dazzling duds in the Lemont area without spending a fortune? We has you covered in this week's edition of Patch Picks.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Popular Lemont, Woodridge Races Partner for 'Double Dare Challenge'
The Double Dare Challenge combines Lemont’s Advocate Good Samaritan Quarryman 10 Mile and Woodridge’s Waterfall Glen Xtreme 10.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Local Veterinarian Shares Tales about Tails in New Book
Veterinarian Gregg Greiner of Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic in Darien will host a signing for his book, "The Laugh a Minute Clinic," Saturday.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
BHS Students To Have 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream' This Weekend
The actors will perform Shakespeare's timeless comedy three times this weekend.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Five Nonprofits Making a Difference: Patch Picks
Looking for a way to help out your community? You’ll find no shortage of opportunities in Lemont.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
District 63 Still Mulling Full-Day Kindergarten
The Cass District 63 School Board will take another month to decide whether to pursue a full-day kindergarten schedule at Concord Elementary School.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
