Monique McArthur has lived in Villa Park for 20 years and has written about it for years, here and on Enjoy Orange County. Her kids went to Villa Park Elementary. Her son's at Villa Park High now, and her daughter went to Orange Lutheran. Along the way she was a Little League team mom, ran the VPLL snack bar, worked with the VPHS baseball boosters, helped run the Villa Park Halloween event and was a homeroom mom at Villa Park Elementary. These days she runs through town almost every day, shops the Town Center and Ralphs, and grabs a bite at Bagel Me or The Post, so she usually knows what's opening, closing or changing before most people do.
Her husband's family has been here since 1978. He and his four siblings went to Villa Park High and Orange Lutheran, and his parents still live in town, so a lot of what she knows about Villa Park's history, and how it's changed, comes straight from them.
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Monique McArthurStarting June 17 through the week of July 29, Orange Lutheran High School is offering sports, arts and academic camps with both morning (AM) and afternoon (PM) sessions. 2024 Summer Camp Registration is open now for 1st-8th graders in Fall 2024 plus a few for 9th-12th graders! Lancer Youth Camps & Clinics offer diverse opportunities for your … Read more
The annual Taste of Villa Park take place on Saturday, March TBA, 2026 from 6 pm to 10 pm at the TBA. The theme will be “Wild, Wild West” and there will be a live band, auction and food from many local restaurants. This event is open to everyone (over 21) and tickets can be … Read more
After 50 years, The Village, also known as the Orange Mall, a symbol of retail nostalgia and a cherished landmark for the community will be closing it’s doors on January 31, 2024. For decades, it had been a destination for shoppers seeking everything from the latest fashion trends to household essentials. But as time marched … Read more
View the 2026–27 Villa Park High School Spartans boys varsity basketball schedule, plus ticket information and directions to the VPHS basketball gym. The schedule is still being finalized, and additional games will be added as they are announced. School: Villa Park SpartansTeam: Boys Varsity BasketballSeason: 2026–27 Follow Villa Park Athletics on X and Villa Park … Read more
Villa Park Little League Opening Day for the Spring 2027 season is Saturday, February 27, 2027. Parade, ceremony and game times have not yet been announced. Check the league site for updates as Opening Day approaches. Villa Park Little League Opening Day Schedule Date: Saturday, February 27, 2027 Parade, ceremonies and first pitch: To be … Read more