Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–November 17, 2011. For those of you who may be under the impression that the Occupy protesters consist of ‘punk kids’ that need to get a job, please watch the interview of eighty-four-year-old activist Dorli Rainey on last night’s Keith Olbermann’s broadcast. Ms. Rainey was recently pepper sprayed[Read More…]
Author: Rosemary Piser
eNews Park Forest Fan Calls From Barcelona
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 15, 2011. While I’m working on my daily search for news to post on eNews Park Forest, I’m logged into Chartbeat, a tool that shows the number of people currently reading eNews, their locations, and topics that they are reading. I’m always pleasantly surprised to see how[Read More…]
Jazz In the Afteroon, Sunday November 20 at UUCC
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 15, 2011. Come hear the cool sounds of Chris Ussery and company during ‘Jazz In the Afternoon’ at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. The event will take place on Sunday, November 20 from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Snacks and drinks[Read More…]
Thanksgiving Coat-Drive to Benefit Respond Now Christmas Store
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 14, 2011. The Park Forest Mayor’s Citizens Advisory Committee (MCAC) is conducting a winter coat drive. All items collected will be given to the Respond Now Christmas Store. Coats for both adults and children should be clean and in good, wearable condition. A full-day collection of coats[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of November 14, 2011
Sunday almost seemed like summer, but it will be a while before the green returns. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 14, 2011. Beginning this week, the annual ‘Holiday Activities’ topic has been added to the column that will feature holiday-related events and sales happening in the south suburbs. Be sure[Read More…]
Edgar’s Place Coffee House Proudly Presents Claudia Schmidt Saturday, November 12
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2011. Edgar’s Place Coffee House located in the Unitarian Universalist Community Church, 70 Sycamore Dr., Park Forest, is proud to present Claudia Schmidt on Saturday, November 12 at 8 p.m. Michicgan native Claudia Schmidt has been a touring professional traversing North America as well as Europe[Read More…]
Make a Difference for a Child This Christmas
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSF)—November 10, 2011. The Rich Township Pantry has provided the Village of Park Forest with name tags and gift requests for 30 children. The tags and requests are available in Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. Pick up a tag, buy a new gift, and return the tag with[Read More…]
Rich Township Senior Center to Hold Annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale on November 18
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 10, 2011. The Rich Township Senior Center, 297 Liberty Drive, Park Forest, will hold its Annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale on Friday, November 18 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Homemade crafts and baked goods will be available for purchase. Coffee and goodies will be served[Read More…]
Health Care Reform Lawn Upheld as Constitutional US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—November 8, 2011. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in a 2-1 decision found that President Obama’s health care reform law is constitutional. Judge Laurence Silberman opined that, “The right to be free from federal regulation is not absolute, and yields to the imperative that[Read More…]
Friends of the Park Forest Library Holiday Fundraiser — Pecans are Back
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 8, 2011. The Friends of the Park Forest Library are holding their annual holiday fundraiser to benefit the Park Forest Library. This is the only fundraiser held during the year for the Library. Items available include: Fresh Mammoth Pecan Halves $10.00 per 1 pound package Candy Pecans[Read More…]
