WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2017. The largest progressive group of veterans in America, with over 500,000 supporters, VoteVets.org, is today releasing a blistering new television ad that takes on Donald Trump’s initial moves as President. The spot debuted on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” a show Trump reportedly watches daily, to get[Read More…]
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Artists Selected for Nationwide Women Veterans Art Exhibit
WASHINGTON —(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2017. Ten women Veteran artists have been selected to showcase their work at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers around the country in March, to coincide with Women’s History Month. “It is our hope that this exhibit will provide insight into the diverse experiences of women[Read More…]
One Earth Film Festival Presents 6th Annual Green Carpet Gala on March 3
Oak Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2017. Mingle with like-minded friends who believe in sustainability and creativity. Meet leaders of the environmental movement and filmmaking community. This is a place where ideas and art merge, where people who care about the planet express themselves frankly and elegantly. Join us for our Sixth[Read More…]
February 2017 Events at Thorn Creek Nature Center
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2017. As old man winter howls down from the north and blankets Thorn Creek Woods, the hardy birds and mammals tuck themselves into the nooks of trees and bed down amongst fallen leaves. Hikers wear extra layers of clothes and are eager to make the first[Read More…]
Hoo Eats Whom; the Owl Food Chain Program at Thorn Creek Nature Preserve on February 19
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2017. Entangle yourself in a group-constructed woodland web of life, and discover first-hand the interdependence of producers, consumers, predators and decomposers. Which one would you prefer to be, in the end? Then dissect an owl pellet to examine just “hoo” is the predator’s prey. The program[Read More…]
Beginning Birding for All at Thorn Creek Nature Center
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2017. Come to “Beginning Birding for All” open house, Saturday, February 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for help with all things birds! For basic bird identifications – and tricky ones, too -, choosing binoculars, bird feeding and feeder tips, local bird checklists and more.[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Warns Immigrant Communities of Fraud in Wake of Trump Executive Order
Attorney General Offers Advice to Avoid Immigration Service Fraud & Find Legitimate Help Chicago —(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2017. Attorney General Lisa Madigan issued an alert to warn immigrant communities to potential fraud in the wake of the Executive Orders on immigration. Madigan warned immigrants that they may be targets of scam[Read More…]
Chicago Alderman Joe Moore to Host Community Meeting on Monday, February 20th Featuring ACLU Director, Colleen Connell
Here’s How You Can Fight Trump CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—February 4, 2017. Following on the heels of an enormously successful meeting last month featuring Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky and other progressive leaders, the Democratic Party of the 49th Ward is hosting another public meeting, this time featuring Colleen Connell, Executive Director of the American Civil[Read More…]
Tall Grass Arts Association’s 60th Annual Beaux Arts Ball and Fundraiser to be Held on Saturday, March 11
2017 Honoree is Janet Muchnik Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 4, 2017. Tall Grass Arts Association will host its 60th Annual Beaux Arts Ball and fundraiser ‘A Night with Marie Antoinette: Let Them Eat Cake’ on Saturday, March 11 at Ravisloe Country Club 18231 Park Avenue in Homewood. Proceeds will benefit the[Read More…]
Park Forest Commission on Human Relations to Host Black History Month Play and Panel Discussion on Saturday, Feb. 25
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 4, 2017. In celebration of Black History Month, the Park Forest Commission on Human Relations will present a stage play followed by a panel discussion on Saturday, February 25 at 2 p.m. at Freedom Hall, 410 Lakewood Boulevard in Park Forest. The 65-minute stage play touches on[Read More…]
