SweetSpot - Barrington, Illinois

Today I am sharing a local business in Barrington, Illinois I often take my kids to over the summer to spend some carefree time and to purchase old fashioned ice cream treats.  The shop is nostalgic, inviting, and feels cozy as the staff are kind and welcoming.

The SweetSpot is an old fashioned candy store and ice cream parlor and a favorite ice cream shop of mine.  Stepping foot into the shop the first time a few years ago flooded my mind with fond childhood memories and provided an opportunity for me to share some of my childhood stories with my kids.     

SweetSpot in Barrington, Illinois

This is a fantastic place to visit during the spring, summer, and early fall (aka warmer months).  The store is across the street from Barrington High school and stays open later when there is a football game or special event at the high school.  

So, if you are visiting Barrington High school or are around that area the SweetSpot is a must stop during the summer. 

The shop is designed as a classic sweet shop offering old time favorite candies and an old fashion ice cream parlor.  

The shop offers a variety of candies, snacks, and munchies.  Inside the store is an old fashioned ice cream parlor offering malts, sundaes, banana splits, milk shakes, ice cream cones, and scoops of ice cream.

SweetSpot - Barrington, Illinois

Besides the individual candy, you can also arrange Candy buffets for local events and organizations at the store.  The SweetSpot, also, offers Candy Bouquets, Munchie Bouquets, or Holiday themed candy or munchie bouquets.  

Barrington, Illinois - SweetSpot Store Front

The Sweet Spot is located at:

102 S. Hager Ave.

Barrington, IL 60010

Phone #:  847-381-2320

e-mail:  sweetspot102@comcast.net

Final Thoughts

The SweetSpot in Barrington, Illinois is a great place to visit as the staff is welcoming, kind, and helpful.  The mix of candy, snacks, and ice cream treats was well thought out and the atmosphere of the shop is pleasant and inviting. 

I recommend the SweetSpot for its cozy setting, nostalgic feel, and for the delicious old fashion ice cream parlor treats.

Hope you have a chance to visit and it brings back some good memories, feelings, and of simpler times and pleasures.

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Things to Do in Glen Ellyn

Things to Do in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Table of Contents:

• Introduction to Glen Ellyn, Illinois
• Places to Eat in Glen Ellyn
• Things to Do in Glen Ellyn
• For Dog and Pet Owners
• Churches in Glen Ellyn
• Hospitals in Glen Ellyn area
• Library in Glen Ellyn
• Glen Ellyn Schools
• Summary

Updated:  December 14, 2022

Glen Ellyn, Illinois Introduction

Glen Ellyn, Illinois is a western suburb of Chicago located 24 miles due west of downtown Chicago.  The village is located in Dupage County and includes retail shops, the Glen Art movie theatre, restaurants, and train station.  Besides the retail shops, Glen Ellyn offers several parks, Lake Ellyn, the prairie path, and things to do.

The median income of individuals living in the Glen Ellyn is $ 52,425 as of 2019.

Glen Ellyn has a population of 27,855 as of 2019.

Mark Senak was elected as Village President in 2021.  Glen Ellyn Village office is located at 535 Duane Street Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.  The Police Department in Glen Ellyn is located at 65 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 and the non-emergency phone # is (630) 469-1187.

The movie Lucas (1986) starring Corey Haim and featuring the film debuts of Winona Ryder, Kevin Cashman, and Courtney Thorne-Smith features Glen Ellyn and Glenbard West High School as the setting for the movie. The 1991 documentary/reality show "Yearbook" was filmed at Glenbard West.  In June 2007, Glen Ellyn was used for filming of the movie Witless Protection (2008), featuring Larry the Cable Guy.

Websites for Village of Glen Ellyn:

• Village of Glen Ellyn

• Glen Ellyn Park District

Places to Eat in Glen Ellyn

Here are some popular places to eat in Glen Ellyn, IL:  

• Barones Of Glen Ellyn (serving delicious pizza)
• 475 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-0555
• fire + wine
• 433 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 793-9955
• Main Street Pub
• 466 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 790-1734
• Alfie's Inn (excellent burgers, ribs, etc)
• 425 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-2506
• Giordano's
• 455 W Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 790-1717
• A Toda Madre (Mexican food)
• 499 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 474-0969
• Glen Oak Cafe (breakfast & lunch diner) 
• 479 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-6262
• Danby's Station (Breakfast) 
• 750 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 790-3268
• Maize + Mash (Fondue) 
• 430 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 547-2540
• Glen Prairie (American Fare)
• 1250 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 613-1250
• 2Toots Train Whistle Grill (cool place for kids of all ages) 
• 450 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-4300
• Reserve 22
• 485 Winchell Way, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-5550
• Made In Italy Trattoria
• 476 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-4146

Bakeries, Specialty Eatery shops: 

• Vanilla Sugar Bakery - Family-owned custom-cake shop featuring cases filled with pastries, cupcakes & cookies
• Address:  540 Duane St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 480-0316

• Terry Lee Creations Bake Shop
• Address:  480A N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 408-1556

• Blackberry Market - Cafe/market with a healthy slant & limited seating offering take-out coffee, sweets & quick meals
• Address:  401 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 474-2300

Things to Do in Glen Ellyn

For things to do in Chicago check out the Travel page.

Glen Ellyn, Illinois offers a wide variety of shops, attractions, activities, and things to do.  Here is a list of the many things to do in Glen Ellyn, Illinois including outdoor parks, and places to visit:

Stacy's Tavern Museum - Stacy's Tavern is a historic wayside stagecoach inn;  It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 29, 1974.   

• Address:  557 Geneva Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-1867
• Website:  https://www.gehs.org/stacy-s-tavern-museum.html

Willowbrook Wildlife Center – native wildlife rehabilitation facility that provides care and medical treatment to injured and orphaned wild animals. It also serves as a resource to teach DuPage County's residents about living in harmony with local wildlife

• Address:  525 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 942-6200
• Website:  https://www.dupageforest.org/willowbrook-wildlife-center

McAninch Arts Center – cultural-arts center where you can attend plays, concerts & dance as well as exhibits & lectures.

• Address:  425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 942-4000

Bottle & Bottega - Painting studio in Glen Ellyn

• Address:  498 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 984-4955

Holes & Knolls Miniature Golf Course - Outdoor mini-golf course with seasonal 18- or 36-holes

• Address:  845 Pershing Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-7888
• Website:  https://gepark.org/parks-facilities/holes-knolls/

Sunset Pool Aquatic Center - zero-depth entry, an in-water play feature, five 25-yard lap lanes available during open lap swim hours, diving boards, and water slides

• Address:  483 Fairview Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-7665

Lake Ellyn Park – 28.7-acre public park centered around Lake Ellyn includes the Lake Ellyn Boat House

• Address:  645 Lenox Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-2462

Main Street Recreation Center - one official-sized baseball field, two dance studios, an indoor gymnasium and multi purpose rooms

• Address:  501 Hill Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-2463

Spring Avenue Recreation Center - fitness center, dance club, craft lab and art studios

• Address:  185 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-2462

Ackerman Sports Center

• Address:  800 St Charles Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 317-0130

Village Links of Glen Ellyn - public golf course founded in 1967;  The first publicly owned 18-hole golf course in DuPage County, Illinois and recognized as one of the top golf courses in the Chicago area

• Address:  485 Winchell Way, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-8180

Illinois Prairie Path - network of 61 miles of bicycle trails, mostly in DuPage County, Illinois runs through downtown Glen Ellyn

• Great for jogging, cycling, or walking

Panfish Park 

• Address:  620 Wilson Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-2462

Newton Park – includes a skate park, tennis courts, and fields

• Address:  707 Fairview Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-2462

Summer 2022 - First Thursdays Concerts:

Glen Ellyn First Thursdays Summer Concert Series Downtown - Starting the first Thursday in June.  The lineup is available here.

Neat Places Near Glen Ellyn:

• The Morton Arboretum - Public garden, outdoor museum with a library, herbarium, and program in tree research including Center for Tree Science.
• Address:  4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL 60532
• Phone # (630) 968-0074

• Cantigny Park - 500-acre park and the former estate of Joseph Medill and his grandson Colonel Robert R. McCormick, publishers of the Chicago Tribune.  Has nice gardens, tanks, and war museum.
• Address:  1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL 60189
• Phone # (630) 668-5161

• Blackwell Forest Preserve -  1,366-acre forest preserve with picnic sites, fishing & boat rentals, 9 miles of trails, camping, tubing, archery & more
• Location:  Main entrance on the north side of Butterfield Road 0.25 mile west of Winfield Road
• Website:  Blackwell Forest Preserve

• Yorktown Center Shopping Mall -  Anchor stores are JCPenney, Marshalls, and Von Maur
• Address:  203 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148
• Phone # (630) 629-7330

• DuPage Children's Museum - Play & education center for young children, with numerous fun & experimental activities plus a café
• Address:  301 N Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540
• Phone # (630) 637-8000

Movie Theaters in and near Glen Ellyn:

Glen Art Movie Theatre

• Built in 1920s, screens both first-run & independent films
• Address:  540 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-1976
• Website = http://www.glenarttheatre.com/ 

Studio Movie Grill

• Address:  301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton, IL 60189 
• Phone # (331) 236-0728
• Website = https://www.studiomoviegrill.com/locations/illinois/wheaton

AMC Dine-In Yorktown 18 

• Address:  80 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148 
• Phone # (630) 495-0012
• Website = https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/chicago/amc-dine-in-yorktown-18

For Dog and Pet Owners:

Glen Ellyn and the surrounding area offers several dog care and boarding establishments:

1. Woofbeach Cove
• Address:  462 N Park Blvd Ste 100, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 315-0600
2. Wheaton Animal Hospital
• Address:  266 Roosevelt Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 665-1500
3. Glen Ellyn Animal Hospital
• Address:  21 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-7400
4. Danada Veterinary Hospital
• Address:  10 W Loop Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189
• Phone # (630) 665-6161

Dog Parks in the Glen Ellyn Area:

• Spring Avenue Dog Park
• Address:  185 Spring Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 
• Phone # (630) 858-2462

• East Branch Forest Preserve- off leash area - 
• Address:  1901 Glen Ellyn Rd, Lombard, IL 60148
• Phone # (630) 933-7200

• Bark Park
• Address;  280 Kuhn Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188
• Phone # (630) 784-6100

Churches in Glen Ellyn:

Glen Ellyn offers the following churches:

First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn

• 535 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-3096

First United Methodist Church of Glen Ellyn

• 424 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-3510

Glen Ellyn Bible Church

• 501 Hillside Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-2964

Glen Ellyn Covenant Church

•  277 Hawthorne Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-5405

St. Mark's Episcopal Church

• 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 858-1020

Cornerstone Christian Church

• 312 Geneva Rd #3799, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 447-9055

First Presbyterian Church

• 550 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-2007

Faith Lutheran Church

• 41 N Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-2361

St James the Apostle Catholic Church

• 480 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-7540

Saint Petronille Catholic Church & School

• 420 Glenwood Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-0404

Hospitals and Medical Care near Glen Ellyn, Illinois:

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

390-bed community hospital 

25 Winfield Rd

Winfield, IL 60190

Non-Emergency Phone # (630) 933-1600

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

3815 Highland Ave 

Downers Grove, IL 60515

Non-Emergency Phone # (630) 275-5900

Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care Glen Ellyn

885 Roosevelt Rd Suite 100

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Non-Emergency Phone # (630) 384-6200

Library in Glen Ellyn:

Glen Ellyn Public Library

400 Duane St

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Phone # (630) 469-0879

Glen Ellyn, Illinois Schools

The schools (public and private) located in the Village of Glen Ellyn are:

High schools

• Glenbard West High School
• Glenbard South High School

Middle schools

• Glen Crest Middle School
• Hadley Junior High School

Elementary schools

• Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
• Arbor View Elementary School
• Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
• Churchill Elementary School
• Forest Glen Elementary School
• Park View Elementary School
• Westfield Elementary School

Private schools

• Montessori Academy of Glen Ellyn
• Phillip J. Rock Center and School
• St. James the Apostle Catholic School
• St. Petronille Catholic School
• Maryknoll Montessori School

Preschools:

• Glen Ellyn Park District
• preschool classes are available at Spring Avenue and Main Street Recreation Centers
• Ark Preschool
• 277 Hawthorne Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # 630-858-7755
• St. Marks Preschool
• 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 
• Phone # 630-858-1020 ext. 234.
• St. James the Apostle Catholic School offers preschool
•  490 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
• Phone # (630) 469-8060

Summary

Glen Ellyn, Illinois is a nice place to live and offers many things to do, stores to visit, and places to see.  A nice community of working professionals and families, Glen Ellyn, offers many outdoor parks, restaurants, places to visit, and things to see.  Glen Ellyn has solid schools and is a nice community to raise a family.  Visit Glen Ellyn, Illinois or come to live here.   You will be happy you did. 

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Check the other "Things to Do" pages:

• Hoffman Estates
• Arlington Heights
• Schaumburg

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Fun at Art Institute of Chicago

Fun at Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois

Have you ever been to Chicago?  

If not, you’re missing out!  

The city of Chicago is lots of fun, and is home to many well-known museums, such as the Art Institute, Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry, and much more!  We visited the city, and our trip was a blast!  We rode the train, ate at an incredible restaurant, and visited one of the museums that calls Chicago its home.

Our Amazing Day in Chicago, Illinois

To start off our trip we drove to a family friends house to meet up with them, and parked at their house, then we walked to the train station.  The train arrived and we boarded and made our way to the first destination of our trip, Lou Mitchell's!  

Lou Mitchell's 

After getting off the train, we left the station and walked to Lou Mitchell’s.  Lou Mitchell’s is a restaurant in Chicago and is known for their wonderful breakfast!  You may be thinking, what makes this restaurant different from any other breakfast restaurant?  Well, for starters, if there is a long line to get into the restaurant, they serve donut holes and milk duds to those waiting in line, which, if I may add, are delicious!  Also, for people who have a huge appetite, like me, you must visit this place the next time you’re in Chicago!  Unlike a normal restaurant, their portion sizes are two times bigger, and so, so delicious!

Art Institute

After breakfast, we left the restaurant and made our way the Art Institute.  To those who don’t like museums, and much less looking at art all day, give the Art Institute a chance!  It is an amazing museum and has lots of cool pieces to check out.  

When we arrived at the museum, the first thing we decided to check out was the miniatures.  This might not seem like a cool thing to check out, but they were amazing!  They were little, tiny rooms of houses and it was so fascinating to look at all the little, tiny details that went into each one of them.  

The next thing we decided to check out was the photography section.  In this section of the museum, there is a piece of art that is the entire length of the wall, and it was astounding to check out.  In all honesty it was fascinating to see how art can look different depending on how close you are to the piece.  This piece looks like clouds when you are standing a good distance from it, but when looking at it closely, it messes with your brain a little bit.  After checking the photography section and the miniatures out, we decided to explore the museum more.  

What makes the Art Institute stand out to me is that the museum itself is a work of art.  From the entrance we walked in, the museum doesn’t look very big, and seems small.  Except, when we were exploring, I found that its actually huge, and has lots of things to see.  While exploring we saw lots of famous pieces of art, one of them being Nighthawks.

For more information go to the Art Institute web page:  https://www.artic.edu/

Nighthawks by Edward Hopper at Art Institute of Chicago

Other magnificent pieces of art we saw are below:

The Drinkers by Vincent van Gogh at Art Institute of Chicago

American Gothic by Grant Wood - 1930

Stacks of Wheat (End of Summer) by Claude Monet -1890 - 91

Apples and Grapes by Claude Monet - 1880

Jesus Mocked by the Soldiers by Édouard Manet - 1925

Train Ride back from Chicago

After having a blast at the Art Institute, we walked back to the train station.  When we arrived at the train station, we boarded the train to leave.  As the train was about to leave, all the stops were announced.  After hearing all the stops, we realized we had gotten on the wrong train by mistake!  We had gotten on the express train!  Luckily, we had gotten off the train just before it left the station.  We went back into the station to wait for our train, and we learned a very important lesson, always make sure to listen to all the stops the train makes, and, if your stop isn’t stated, get off the train right away!  We then boarded the correct train, and made our way to our stop, reflecting on the amazing day we had at the Art Institute in Chicago Illinois!

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Home Maintenance Checklist for Spring - Home Ownership series

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

Home ownership is rewarding, exciting, and with the proper regular home maintenance your home will last a long time.  If this is your first time owning a house or you have owned a house for many years, it is important to do regular and preventative maintenance to keep your home in great shape.  The  following checklist is available to keep your house in tip top shape.    

Exterior

Roof

ㅁ Check for curled, damaged, or missing shingles

ㅁ Examine and insure chimney cap is in good condition

ㅁ Examine flashing around chimneys and vent stacks

Gutters and Downspouts

ㅁ Inspect for leaks along seams and corners of gutters

ㅁ Check the condition of paint on gutters, if applicable 

ㅁ Check that downspouts drain away from the home

ㅁ Clean gutters and downspouts

Exterior Walls

ㅁ Clean Dryer Vent

ㅁ Check exterior painted surfaces for mildew or peeling

ㅁ Inspect exterior wood for insect damage

ㅁ Inspect exterior blocks or bricks for cracked mortar

ㅁ Check siding for loose or missing pieces and for signs of mildew

Garage

ㅁ Lubricate (Oil or grease) garage door hardware

ㅁ Inspect garage for signs of pests or rodents

ㅁ Inspect garage for water damage

Exterior Windows and Doors

ㅁ Verify all windows and doors open and close properly 

ㅁ Inspect glass doors and windows for loose putty around glass panes 

ㅁ Inspect windows and glass doors for broken or cracked glass

ㅁ Verify all latches on pivots on windows and doors are in good working order

ㅁ Visually inspect sliding doors and verify door tracks are in good working order

ㅁ Lubricate and clean sliding door tracks

ㅁ Door Hinges - tighten screws and lubricate 

ㅁ Replace storm windows with window screens 

ㅁ Examine weather stripping for damage and replace if not in good working order

Yard and Grounds

ㅁ Visually inspect outdoor patio, decks, and porches for loose boards or parts 

ㅁ Repair, power wash, refinish, and seal decks and porches

ㅁ Check deck and porches for protruding nails; reset any protruding nails 

ㅁ Examine window wells for proper drainage and clean them

ㅁ Trim any tree branches that scrape against the house

ㅁ Pest Control - perform routine seasonal pest control

ㅁ Check walkways and driveways for cracking and settling and perform repairs

Interior

Basement

ㅁ Verify sump pump and valves are in good working order 

ㅁ Inspect basement to check for signs of water - wet surfaces or puddles

ㅁ Dust and vacuum basement surfaces

ㅁ Examine basement floor drain and verify drain is working properly

ㅁ Examine basement for moisture, leaks, termites, and wood rot

Heating and Cooling

ㅁ Replace air filters as needed

ㅁ Examine dehumidifier 

ㅁ Inspect heating system and verify it is in good working order 

ㅁ Examine air conditioning system

Attic

ㅁ Verify for proper insulation thickness and ventilation is occurring 

ㅁ Visually inspect attic for mold 

ㅁ Visually inspect for signs of animal or rodent infestation

ㅁ Examine for signs of a roof leak

Fire Safety

ㅁ Confirm expiration dates on fire extinguishers and replace expired ones 

ㅁ Test and maintain fire extinguishers, smoke, and carbon monoxide alarms

ㅁ Visually inspect smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms

ㅁ Replace batteries if needed on smoke and CO alarms

Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA)

Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) Index Explained

Along with the S&P 500 index, it is one of the most-watched stock market indexes in the world.  

The Dow Jones Industrial Average index was created by Charles Dow along with his business partner Edward Jones and was created to serve as a measure for the broader U.S. economy.  It is a price-weighted index tracking 30 large, blue-chip stocks trading on the NYSE and Nasdaq. 

Founded in 1896, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is the second oldest U.S. market index.

Calculating the DJIA price

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is the sum of the price of one share of stock for all the stocks included in the index divided by the Dow divisor (0.15172752595384 as of 12/27/2021).  

The mathematical formula for the Dow Jones Industrial Average price is:

             Sum (Component stock prices) / Dow Divisor

DJIA Company Selection

Changes to the DJIA are made as needed.  The index is re-evaluated from time to time to replace companies no longer meeting the listing criteria with ones that do.   Changes to the DJIA are precipitated by market developments and corporate actions like spin-offs.

A committee made up of 2 representatives from The Wall Street Journal and 3 from S&P Global, together, decide after evaluating companies and comparing the index to the broad market.

A stock must be a non-transportation or non-utility company in the S&P 500 to be considered for the DJIA.  According to S&P Global, the DJIA is “not governed by quantitative rules.”  S&P Global, which runs both the Dow and the S&P 500, indicates the rules for the DJIA are far more vague than the S&P 500 and says, “A stock is typically added only if the company has an excellent reputation, demonstrates sustained growth and is of interest to a large number of investors.” 

Other rules the committee uses is that the company must be headquartered and incorporated in the U.S. and have a plurality of its revenue from the country.  A candidate company must also help the index maintain its desired exposure to the sector.

You can check out the beginner's guide to stock investing  to learn more about investing. 

30 DJIA Companies as of January 2022

DJIA companies included as of January 2022 in alphabetic order:

Dow Jones Industrial Average Components
Company	Symbol	Year Added
3M	MMM	1976
American Express	AXP	1982
Amgen	AMGN	2020
Apple Inc.	AAPL	2015
Boeing	BA	1987
Caterpillar	CAT	1991
Chevron	CVX	2008
Cisco Systems	CSCO	2009
The Coca-Cola Company	KO	1987
Dow Inc.	DOW	2019
Goldman Sachs	GS	2013
The Home Depot	HD	1999
Honeywell	HON	2020
IBM	IBM	1979
Intel	INTC	1999
Johnson & Johnson	JNJ	1997
JPMorgan Chase	JPM	1991
McDonald's	MCD	1985
Merck & Co.	MRK	1979
Microsoft	MSFT	1999
NIKE	NKE	2013
Proctor & Gamble	PG	1932
Salesforce	CRM	2020
The Travelers Companies	TRV	2009
UnitedHealth Group	UNH	2012
Verizon	VZ	2004
Visa	V	2013
Walmart	WMT	1997
Walgreens Boots Alliance	WBA	2018
The Walt Disney Company	DIS	1991

Final Thoughts on DJIA

The Dow Jones Industrial Average tracks 30 blue chip stocks from the U.S. market that are chosen by a committee to represent the larger U.S. economy.  It is one of the most watched market indexes along with the S&P 500.  

Founded in 1896 by Charles Dow and Edward Jones, the DJIA index has a long history as a proxy for the overall U.S. economy.  

Several exchange traded funds (etfs) and index mutual funds are setup to make it easy to invest money into the pool of DJIA companies.  This is considered relatively low risk because of the decent diversification within the pool of 30 DJIA companies.

To learn more about investing check out the beginner's guide to stock investing.

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