https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-01-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/b572e104-e127-45b9-898c-38d7980c947c/JohnrHedrick_Profile+Pic.jpg https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/my-personal-monthly-news-yzm2n-xlgtb monthly 0.5 2025-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/b7c5769a-d6fa-47e1-ba94-f938e50fd6b7/IMG_1220-2.jpg John R Hedrick Blog - Comfort Closer to Home Photo © JRH - Glenview Wagner Farm https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/my-personal-monthly-news-yzm2n monthly 0.5 2025-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/123658b2-c941-44b7-9f6c-7464181eb6a2/IMG_3110.JPG John R Hedrick Blog - Not Just For Show - My ‘66 Mustang Convertible, Photo Credit: Luca Mariani https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/nortre-dame-cathedral monthly 0.5 2025-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/1736814303881-L5XWZ6TJCQGOWRI48PTG/Nortre-Dame-Cathedral.jpg John R Hedrick Blog - Unity Beyond Faith- Church Architecture - Notre Dame - Before & After | Photo Credit: ABC13 Borrowing Wonder, J. Shea; cover art, M. McMahon https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/christmas-stories monthly 0.5 2025-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/f09f3849-ba67-4a2d-bcfb-dc4376cc2d5d/Borrowing+Wonder%2C+J.+She John R Hedrick Blog - Christmas Stories - Borrowing Wonder, J. Shea; cover art, M. McMahon Borrowing Wonder, J. Shea; cover art, M. McMahon https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/fall-colors-favorite-tunes monthly 0.5 2024-12-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/1730235856929-702ADKS4OGQP2SPM3XU9/IMG_2829.JPG John R Hedrick Blog - Fall Colors & Favorite Tunes - Glenview “Sprint" Triathlon Photo: New York City - JRH, October 2024 Walking Memories Returning from a visit to the grand-twins in New York City, I find myself still seeing Fall color from Central Park. That city in autumn is a unique experience that recalls both personal memories and cultural icons. The tree lined walks remind me of classic images and songs, like the cover photos from When Harry Met Sally—a special combination of sentiment and nostalgia. This season, I found more than ever, with a bittersweet appreciation for the fleeting moments. Music for Autumn “Autumn in New York”—the classic jazz song recorded by so many artists—seems like a soundtrack for my experience. And as we took our daily family walks, I couldn’t help but hum to myself. Another favorite tune came to mind: Simon & Garfunkel’s line about rambling “from the East Side to the Park.” For me, it was more than cute lyrics; it captured the ritual of exploration and inspiration of the beautiful setting. Back Home to Fall Colors Coming home, the local parks and forest preserves greeted me with their own autumn displays. The Harms Road Forest Preserve and Wilmette’s Gilson Park were peaking with vibrant reds and yellow that rival even Central Park. Yet there’s a quieter, reflective setting here. The changing leaves and shorter days bring both beauty and a touch of melancholy, a reminder of how time keeps moving ahead — and the urge to savor each moment. Inspiration for Another Project On a more practical note, the trip rekindled my energy to catalog favorite movies and music by years. Each favorite film or song is like a time capsule, offering a glimpse of what inspired me in earlier seasons of life. Soon I’ll have another list to share, and I’d welcome any personal favorites you might suggest as well. Exploring Nature and Transcendence The changing autumn moods have prompted me to research beauty and awe as pathways to transcendence. This reading points to something beyond these shorter days, hinting at something that surpasses the ordinary. Even more so, when nature provides such a profound display of life’s cyclical renewal. Recent conversations with my friend David Pritchard (who wrote “Feel the Rain” about the science of consciousness) have fueled my curiosity, linking this wonder with facing the future. Finding Hope Amidst Change In a time of controversial elections and changing environments, I take comfort in finding moments of beauty, whether in nature or architecture. These experiences stand as quiet reminders that better things are possible, when grounded in the appreciation of what’s here and now. As I continue to focus on what’s enduring, I’m reminded of Alfred North Whitehead’s “Process” Philosophy: how every moment, every Autumn color, or every musical note, may be part of a greater, evolving harmony. More on that later! https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/transforming-local-spaces monthly 0.5 2024-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/b25de81d-995b-4db8-b6bb-c10cb527ef66/IMG_1772.jpg John R Hedrick Blog - Transforming Local Spaces - Wilmette, IL - Glenview “Sprint" Triathlon Photo: Village of Wilmette Returning to Attractive Places In September my focus naturally shifts back to places where beauty and community intersect. One great example is Wilmette on the North Shore. And It’s become a personal and professional benchmark for my hometown Glenview’s own downtown revitalization efforts. Recently, I had the chance to revisit this progress through a walking tour sponsored by my DePaul-Municipal Design Network organization, offering insights into Wilmette’s Downtown transformation. Journey for Progress Wilmette’s revitalization didn’t happen overnight. Early plans for its suburban downtown redevelopment were first showcased in an event MDRN organized 10 years ago. Now the amazing progress was on full display in our return tour this past month. It was exciting to see how far a community can get with thoughtful design and citizen involvement - and a reminder for neighboring communities that it takes time! Comparing how their new Village Green has now enhanced music events, reminded me of Friends of Downtown Glenview’s (FDG) progress with Blocktoberfest over the past several years! Picture of Creativity and Community The key aspects of Wilmette’s revitalization—creative design, attention to detail, and community engagement—are illustrated in this picture of a redesigned alleyway. Once just a service alley, this passageway has been transformed into a lively social hub, complete with landscaping, murals, and colorful lighting. This space now symbolizes how community input and aesthetic enhancements can breathe new life into unused areas. Now hoping to make such progress with some similar Downtown Glenview passageways;) Celebrating Details and Engagement During the walking tour, we explored how some other areas have been carefully designed to encourage community gathering and interaction. By creating a historic district, building plans can now reflect local culture. For example, a signage proposal for a popular Cheval restaurant was adapted to fit the historic Railway station. From strategic placement of added green spaces to sidewalk planters, details were considered with the community in mind. Balancing With Business Another key takeaway was how Wilmette manages to balance local businesses with national chains, from areas like like Edens Plaza to the Downtown core. This is something Glenview will need to consider in maintaining similar dynamics between The Glen and Downtown. It’s a fine line - but proving possible! Continuing Height Debate More technically, one of the most complex aspects for suburban redevelopment is building height. Wilmette has navigated this issue by allowing relatively taller buildings, but with trade-offs like stepbacks and material enhancements to soften the impact. However, noted architectural critic Blair Kamin has pointed out that these design compromises can sometimes reduce the original architectural quality, reminding us of the critical balance. Public-Private Collaboration Wilmette’s design strategy was focused and deliberate. Instead of pouring resources into mundane infrastructure upgrades (and hoping businesses would follow) the Village has concentrated on supporting existing businesses. And then enhancing the area with visible, vertical improvements like plants, street furniture, and lighting. Adjacent park areas were adapted to accommodate outdoor dining and public gatherings. Moreover, Village staff works with the private sector to support these efforts, as seen with the local music school involved in organizing outdoor performances. Power of Public Input Wilmette’s efforts at gathering public feedback is another key element of its success. By using web polls and community channels, the Village was able to get early input from residents. Almost 70% highlighted green landscaping and outdoor dining as top priorities. This commitment to listening to the community is what makes Wilmette’s revitalization so successful—and why events like the MDRN public walking tour are so valuable for seeing these efforts. https://www.johnrhedrick.com/blog/season-shows-eb8fg-xxp4b-fg6e5-wpx4j monthly 0.5 2024-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/650b7ab6d40ba633ff1eca69/d6467410-4fa9-4741-abbb-9bcf987138e3/IMG_6880.jpeg John R Hedrick Blog - Enjoying August - Cafe Culture - Glenview “Sprint" Triathlon Cafe’ Culture - New Canaan Local Dining Scene The big news in Glenview this month is the long-anticipated approval of two significant Downtown restaurant projects by the Village Board. My personal annual calendar focuses on social and community activities for the peak of summer. And this often includes outdoor dining and events. Annual Interests Calendar So this is a timely focal point for many reasons. The Glenview House (now partnering with Foxtail) and Hometown Coffee - both successful restaurateurs in the northern suburbs - are set to enhance the local dining landscape. Each project will include significantly expanded outdoor dining space! Although there may always be controversy on the details, this is a big step forward for Downtown Glenview. After years of redevelopment planning, we now have excitement and new energy for the heart of our community. Touch of the East Coast This local development is particularly timely in reminding me of the many beautiful areas we visit on our recent trips to see family in Connecticut. The historic and tourist areas of the East Coast - like the charming streetscape of New Canaan pictured - naturally embrace vibrant downtowns as part of their identity. It's exciting to see Glenview following a similar path, embracing its potential to create spaces where residents and visitors alike can gather and enjoy. Celebrating Summer: Cafe’ Culture As we embrace these final days of summer, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the greater import of outdoor dining and local events that bring us together. This personal experience is increasingly referred to as an international “café culture.” In countries around the world, cafes serve societal functions for conversation and culture. It’s more than just enjoying a meal outside; it’s about creating connections, supporting local businesses, and celebrating a vibrant spirit of community. Sip and Shop: A New Tradition As these new projects take shape, I’m also appreciating the continuation of Glenview’s own “Sip and Shop” event Greetings from Glenview Road this weekend. The event has been gaining momentum over the past few years - bringing together the community in a celebration of local businesses, food, and camaraderie. I’m hoping for the same local enthusiasm and spirit to carry over, making it an annual capstone of the summer season. Personal Reflections on Community For me, these local projects feel like a culmination of years of advocacy and involvement with friends and fellow community members. Reflecting on the local process, there are many practical and professional points that come to mind. Many of these “lessons learned” will be illustrated hands-on at the upcoming annual Downtown Walking Tour by the Chaddick Institute/MDRN group, which I have been involved with for many years. Suburban Downtown Tour This complimentary mobile event on September 12 in Wilmette will provide a behind the scenes comparison of the processes for Downtown redevelopment which Wilmette and Glenview have each undertaken over the past years. Downtown Tour Event. I hope to see you at this most interesting event! Looking Ahead with Enthusiasm As we enjoy these last warm days with friends and neighbors, let’s savor the unique blends of tradition and progress in our hometowns. 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