Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–August 19, 2012. On Saturday, August 25 at 7 p.m., the documentary film ‘The One Percent’ will be screened at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest.. A discussion will follow the film screening. This documentary focuses on the growing ‘wealth gap’ in America,[Read More…]
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Monkey Mind Art Studio To Hold Fund Raising Garage Sale on August 17 and 18
Still time to donate items Frankfort, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 14, 2012. Monkey Mind Art Studio, 3 W. Nebraska Street, Frankfort, will be hosting its first Garage Sale to help raise money for its art school scholarships and art gallery on Friday, August 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, August[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of August 13, 2012
The annual gallery artisis’ exhibition ‘Luminosity’ opened Friday at Tall Grass Arts Association. The show runs through Saturday, October 6. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)-August 13, 2012. The deadline for submission of nominations for Park Forest Commission on Human Relations’ Good Egg Award is Monday, August 13. The award is[Read More…]
Opening Reception for Annual Tall Grass Artists Exhibit ‘Luminosity’ to be Held on August 10
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 10, 2012. The Annual Tall Grass Artists exhibit ‘Luminosity,’ will open on August 10 and run through October 7. An opening reception will be held on Friday, August 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Gallery. The exhibit, curated by Cousandra Armstrong, Janice Pratt and[Read More…]
Union Street Gallery to Host Opening Reception for Two New Exhibits on August 10
Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 10, 2012. Union Street Gallery, 1527 Otto Boulevard, Chicago Heights, will be the site for the opening receptions of two new exhibits on Friday, August 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ‘Blur’ features the art by twenty-three artists from the Midwest region that captures, portrays and[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of August 6, 2012
Children play at the Park Forest Aqua Center. (ENEWSPE) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 6, 2012. With the weather remaining very warm, it’s hard to believe that fall is right around the corner. Be sure to take some time to review the programs and activities outlined in the 2012 Autumn Recreation Programs[Read More…]
Donations Needed to Help Rebuild Central Park Wetlands Observation Deck
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 3, 2012. A fire occurred in the Central Park Wetlands on June 27 that destroyed the observation deck resulting in approximately $10,000 in damages. Unfortunately, the deductible on the Village’s insurance policy is higher than the damages, so an insurance claim cannot be made. The observation deck[Read More…]
Tickets Now On Sale for Park Forest’s Wine and Chocolate Tasting to be Held on August 10
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 31, 2012. On Friday, August 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Village of Park Forest will host an indoor and outdoor wine and chocolate tasting at Dining on the Green, 349 Main Street, in DownTown Park Forest. A live band will play outdoors as guests[Read More…]
Senator Harkin Unveils Comprehensive Report on For-Profit College Industry
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 30, 2012. Today Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA), Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, unveiled a report on the for-profit education industry, and the 30 companies that have been the focus of a two-year Committee investigation. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of how the[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 30, 2012
Park Forest Police Corporal Richard "Richie" Oldenburg, retiring with more than 30 years service to the residents of the village, was honored at a Village Board meeting in July. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 30, 2012. The 2012/2013 Park Forest Business Resource Guide was recently mailed to all residents. The[Read More…]
