The Park Forest Fire Department leades the 4th of July Parade down Lakewood Blvd. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Come and enjoy the Village of Park Forest’s annual 4th of July Celebration in Central Park. Residents are encouraged to spend the day with family and friends in and around[Read More…]
Author: Rosemary Piser
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 22, 2009
Children play in an inflatable bounce during Saturday’s Youth Day. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– June 22, 2009. Looks like summer has finally arrived. With predictions of the thermometer nearing 90 this week, consider cooling off at the Aqua Center. In addition, one of Park Forest’s favorite family events, Main[Read More…]
Don’t Get Burned When You Cook: Grilling Safety Tips
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 22, 2009. Each year about 600 fires/explosions occur with gas grills, causing injuries. Many of the accidents happen the first time a grill is ignited for the season or after the grill’s gas container is refilled and reattached. Before you plan your next cookout, review these safety[Read More…]
First Grade Park Forest Student Wins Art Award
Mia Garrison displays the award she won for her drawing. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 21, 2009. A first grade student from Park Forest is now an award winning artist. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) recently honored 12 students from across the state whose artwork won the Fourth Annual[Read More…]
Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood Blow the Roof Off the United Center – Concert Review
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 18, 2009. Anyone who knows me for more than 30 minutes knows that I am a passionate fan of Eric Clapton. I’ve attended in excess of 20 Clapton concerts throughout the United States, Holland and London’s Royal Albert Hall. And since I’m as passionate about music as[Read More…]
Commission on Human Relations Taking Applications for Good Egg Award
Commissioner Alfreda Keller (right) presents the Good Egg Award to Danielle Gladstone last August. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Do you know someone who went beyond the call of duty? The Commission on Human Relations is looking to honor an individual or individuals who have made an impact in race[Read More…]
Take the AARP Safe Driving Class, Get Savings on Car Insurance
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The AARP Safe Driving Class will be held in the Board Room of Park Forest Village Hall on Wednesday and Thursday, July 8 and 9. The class will be from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. each day. You must attend both sessions in order to become certified.[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 15, 2009
Matt Scallet of CNT Energy presents a Summer Energy Workshop last week in Village Hall. The presentation was sponsored by the Envorinment Commission. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 15, 2009. During these tough economic times, many of us are foregoing our usual summer vacations but there are still plenty of[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 8, 2009
The Western Ave. entryway to the DownTown and CVS Pharmacy. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 8, 2009. Thanks to everyone who has been providing event information and for all the positive feedback we are receiving about this column. If your club, church, organization or local business will be holding[Read More…]
Summer Energy Workshop on Wednesday June 10
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– CNT Energy in conjunction with the Village of Park Forest and the Park Forest Environment Commission will be conducting a summer energy workshop to help you manage your summer energy electricity costs. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, June 10 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in[Read More…]
