Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Park Forest Environment Commission and the Park Forest Recreation and Parks Department are facilitating the sale of rain barrels for $49 each. Residents interested in buying rain barrels can visit the Recreation and Parks window on the main floor of Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive, to order[Read More…]
Author: Rosemary Piser
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 1, 2009
Judy Redmond, center, stands with young gymnasts during a talent showcase at Gainers Gymnastics in DownTown Park Forest Sunday. (Photo: Tom Roome) Photo Gallery: Gainers Gymnastics Talent Showcase – May 31, 2009 Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– June 1, 2009. This week in Park Forest, commissions meet, rain barrels are available at Village[Read More…]
Remembering the Fallen on Memorial Day
Bill Patterson salutes the flag as Park Forest remembers the fallen Monday. (Photo: Wendy Heise) In and Around Park Forest Week of May 25, 2009 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Thanks to everyone who has been providing event information and for all the positive feedback we are receiving about this column. If[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of May 18, 2009
(Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— 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 activities or events in our community during the upcoming week or if[Read More…]
With Gratitude to Village Staff
Commentary By Rosemary Piser Assocaite Editor As you are aware, Mayor Ostenburg and the Village Trustees have begun the arduous task of reviewing the Village’s 2009/2010 budget that has been prepared by Village staff. No one needs to be reminded that the current recession has had as much impact on[Read More…]
Farmers’ Market Display Raises Awareness of Tobacco Deaths
Photo: Rosemary Piser Updated 5-22-09 at 1:48 p.m. with updated statistics. Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Sherice Collins, Senior Public Health Educator Tobacco Prevention and Control of the Cook County Department of Public Health brought an attention-grabbing display to Saturday’s Farmers’ Market. While many claim that tobacco smoking is a ‘personal choice,’[Read More…]
Greening Park Forest One Rain Barrel at a Time
Commissioner Jim Saxton explains the rain barrel concept at a workshop last August. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— The Village of Park Forest and the Park Forest Environment Commission have arranged for Upcycle Products to provide rain barrels for $49 each – an extremely reasonable price if you have researched[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of May 11, 2009
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 11, 2009. If your club, church, organization or local business will be holding activities or events in our community during the upcoming week or if you would like to announce personal events such as engagements, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc., please send an e-mail to Rosemary Piser, Associate[Read More…]
Workshop: How to Cut Down on Summer Electricity Costs
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 11, 2009. CNT Energy and the Park Forest Environment Commission will be conducting a workshop to help you manage your summer electricity costs. CNT Energy, formerly known as the Community Energy Cooperative, is a non-profit organization helping consumers and communities obtain the information and services they need[Read More…]
Tornado Season Safety Tips
A tornado ripped through the Richton Square Apartments last June. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Tornado season is upon us. Although tornados can occur at any time of the year, they are most predominant in the Midwest from March through June. One of the most important things to know[Read More…]
