Where Do You Mooch Free Wi-Fi?
Lisle Library remains a favorite, with a push of support for The Nook! Plus: leave a comment with your favorite out-of-town spot.
Wifi
Browse By
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
VOTE: Where Do You Take Advantage of Free Wi-Fi?
Are the wireless connection and coffee both strong? Help out other Patch readers by recommending your favorite spots.
Readers' Choice is back! We took a little break for spring break after our children's activities poll, but Patch still wants to know which Lisle business residents use and trust. Our newest topic: wi-fi. It's a technology era, and laptop and smart phone users sometimes depend on the kindness of free wi-fi to go about their daily business. [Editor's note: I am one of those people.] Several Lisle businesses offer free wi-fi, including Dhuwan Cafe, Grounds for Hope, Lisle Library District, Morningside Cafe, The Nook, Safari Cafe, and Starbucks. (I'm sure I'm missing someone. Feel free to let us know with a comment or email at karlie@patch.com, so we can make sure it's included in voting!) How to vote Patch will introduce its Readers' …
In this Article:
Friday, October 29, 2010
Observations From the Editor
Grounds For Hope Offers Solid Menu, Accommodating Atmosphere
This afternoon I visited the cafe, which opened in the village on Monday.
12:07 p.m.--much too late for breakfast, but who cares? I had been thinking of cinnamon rolls for approximately 13 hours, since I saw that they were available on the new Grounds for Hope Café's menu. I will confess: I have been hoping for a new favorite coffee shop since leaving Chicago. Logan Square's New Wave Coffee had everything I required in a hangout spot—free WiFi, chamomile tea, a "make yourself at home" atmosphere, free copies of Red Eye and the Onion, even video games. It's been difficult to find a suitable replacement. While the couches are outrageously comfortable at the Lisle Starbucks, I don't care for the pastries; the library is quiet and the orange chairs are large but there is no food; I get too distracted by the …
In this Article:
Peter
4:08 pm on Tuesday, March 22, 2011
we had high hopes for a walk to cafe - and it could be a nice place to sit, gather, chat with friends... BUT - with the kids climbing area just adjacent - with no sound wall - it was NOT enjoyable wiht a dozen screaming kids climbing in the tower area... BAD design - look at any "play area" + cafe - like McD - the play area is walled off. Why would anyone want to go to the cafe and have the … more ›
Vona Vortex
9:13 pm on Monday, April 16, 2012
I use the Library wi-fi all the time. There are comfortable seats by the window or nice tables where you can work with your laptop. I like to use the study rooms so I can spread out if there is one free. I also like to work on my laptop while the kids look at books when I visit a Library. more ›