Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—Habitat for Humanity Chicago South Suburbs is currently taking applications from ‘Income-Challenged Homeowners’ in Park Forest or Lansing for $5,000 worth of free weatherization of their home. The work is done by a licensed sub-contractor and will include adding insulation to the attic, sealing leaks to the outside[Read More…]
Author: Rosemary Piser
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser September 24 to Benefit the Blue Star Memorial Marker Landscaping Project
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 12, 2011. The Garden Club of Park Forest, supported by the Park Forest American Legion Post 1198, will hold a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, September 24 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the American Legion Post, 1631 Western Avenue, Chicago Heights. Proceeds from the event[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of September 12, 2011
Residents gather Sunday to remember 9-11-2001 at the site of the Fire and Police Memorial. (ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 12, 2011. One of Park Forest’s autumn highlights is the annual Park Forest Art Fair which will be held this year on Saturday and Sunday, September 17 and 18 in DownTown[Read More…]
Documentary Movie ‘9500 Liberty’ to be Shown September 24 at Unitarian Universalist Community Church
A Culture Ware Erupts Over Immigration…and a Community is Torn Apart Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. The documentary movie ‘9500 Liberty’ will be shown on Saturday, September 24 at 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. The screening is being co-sponsored by eNews Park[Read More…]
International Day of Peace Event September 21
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. On Wednesday, September 21, Pax Christi Seed Planters, Generations for Peace Park Forest, St. Irenaeus Church Community Garden and the South Suburban Food Cooperative invite you to participate in the International Day of Peace Event at St. Irenaeus Church, 78 Cherry, Park Forest. The event will[Read More…]
‘Monday Night Fun Squares’ – Square Dancing for Fun and Friendship
Homewood, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. Starting on Monday, September 12, St. Paul Community Church, 18200 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL, will be hosting ‘Monday Night Fun Squares’ – square dancing for fun and friendship. From 7 pm. to 8 p.m., brand new dancers will learn the basics of the calls and practice time on[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of September 5, 2011
A bed of flowers in full bloom at the corner of Birch Street and Western Avenue. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 5, 2011. On Monday we will celebrate Labor Day which is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers.[Read More…]
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Alaska
ALASKA—(ENEWSPF)—September 2, 2011. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.8 struck Friday off the coast of Alaska. USGS initially reported this event at 7.1 magnitude but later revised that figure. The quake’s epicenter was at coordinates 52.185°N, 171.684°W in the Aleutian Islands, approximately[Read More…]
The Redemption Theater to Present ‘Rules of Engagement’ Sept. 15 – 18
Blue Island, IL—(ENEWSPF)—Lendoria Orr Productions will present the play ‘Rules of Engagement’ September 15 – 18 at the Redemption Theater, 12952 Western Ave., Blue Island, IL. ‘Rules of Engagement’ is an inspirational production based upon a group of singles that meet monthly to fellowship, edify, encourage and uplift one another[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of August 29, 2011
There she is, folks, Hurricane Irene, giving the earth a great big hug. (Photo: NASA) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)-August 29, 2011. The Park Forest Commission on Human Relations will present the ‘2011 Good Egg Awards’ to Regin Oni and Bets Hofsommer during a ceremony in their honor at Village Hall, 350[Read More…]
