Barack Obama in Paris in 2015. Obama said cities and businesses ‘will step up and do even more to lead the way, and help protect for future generations the one planet we’ve got.’ Photograph: Kevin Lamarque/Reuters Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser Former President Barack Obama released the following[Read More…]
Author: Rosemary Piser
Former Secretary of State John Kerry Blasts Trump’s Decision to Pull U.S. Out of Paris Climate Accord as a ‘Big Mistake’
Boston, Mass.—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2017. By: Rosemary Piser Former Secretary of State John Kerry today blasted President Trump’s decision to pull the United States out of the Paris Climate Accord. Kerry, who in 2017 signed the Accord on behalf of the United States, said Trump was making a “big mistake.” John[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of May 28, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) — The Park Forest American Legion will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 29, beginning at 11 a.m. The program takes place at the corner of Main Street and Cunningham Drive in Downtown Park Forest and includes placement of remembrance wreaths in solemn honor[Read More…]
Gregg Allman, Founding Member of the Allman Brothers Band, Dies
OREGON—(ENEWSPF)—May 27, 2017. Gregg Allman, a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band died from complications due to liver cancer. He was 69 years old. Allman, who overcame family tragedy, drug addiction and health problems became the elder statesman for the blues music he loved. A statement issued by his[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of May 21, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) —Had the opportunity to drive through the Redwood State Park in northern California during my vacation. What an awe inspiring adventure. If you are looking for something to do with the family this summer, consider a visit to one of our many national parks. You’ll be glad[Read More…]
Unitarian Universalist Community Church to Screen Documentary ‘Before the Flood’ on Friday, May 26
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 20, 2017. The Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive in Park Forest, will screen the documentary ‘Before the Flood’ on Friday, May 26. A discussion will follow the film screening. The event is free and open to the public. ‘Before the Flood,’ presented by National Geographic,[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for May 7 Through May 20, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) —This week’s column covers a two week period as I’ll be taking some time off to celebrate my birthday. My weekly column will resume on Sunday, May 21. Don’t forget that Sunday, May 14 is Mother’s Day. Be sure to do something special for the Mom in[Read More…]
Jimmy Kimmel on the Importance of the Affordable Care Act (Video)
OREGON—(ENEWSPF)—May 2, 2017. By: Rosemary Piser Last night, Jimmy Kimmel digressed from his usual light-hearted monologue and told his audience that within hours of his birth last week, son, William “Billy” Kimmel required emergency open heart surgery to repair severe heart defects. A choked up Kimmel said, “No parent should[Read More…]
‘Vegging Out Pot-Luck Dinner’ at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church on May 15
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 2, 2017. The Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC) will host a ‘Vegging Out Vegan Pot-Luck Dinner’ on Monday, May 15, at 6 p.m. UUCC is located at 70 Sycamore Drive in Park Forest. Vegging Out is a South Suburban community initiative in support of a whole-food, plant-based[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of April 30, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) — The Kentucky Derby’s ‘Run for the Roses’ takes place on Saturday and Union Street Gallery will be bringing some Kentucky Charm to the south suburbs at its annual Derby Day event on May 6. The festivities will take place at the Olympia Fields Country Club, 2800[Read More…]
