University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, recently brought together local religious leaders for a non-denominational, interfaith breakfast at Governor State University. Attendees discussed ways that the state can work with local faith communities to improve the quality of life in the South Suburb region. “Faith leaders and[Read More…]
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Historical Society Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Ceremony
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Historical Society will induct five individuals and an organization at its 2019 Hall of Fame ceremony on April 7. Those to be honored include: Cliff Butz, Vivian A. Purnell, Chuck Sabey, Mary E. Schmittgens, Eugene P. Schmittgens, Sr., and the Kiwanis Club of Park[Read More…]
Freedom Hall Matinee Series Presents Singer-Songwriter Ruthie Foster
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- On Friday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m., the 2019 Freedom Hall Series will present Ruthie Foster backed by her stellar band. In the tightknit musical community of Austin, Texas, it’s tough to get away with posturing. You either bring it, or you don’t. If you do, word[Read More…]
Thinking Spring? Park Forest Baseball Now Taking Online Registration
Register here: https://www.pf-baseball.club Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Longing for the crack of the bat? The cheers of the crowd? That little one’s first t-ball hit? Park Forest Baseball is currently taking online registration, and you’ll want to register now. Teams will be “capped” at 12 players. “For more than 60 years,[Read More…]
Simple, Flavorful Recipes to Reimagine Mealtime
Family Features-(ENEWSPF)- While it can be easy to fall into a routine of cooking the same recipes week in and week out, getting creative with mealtime can be as easy as making simple swaps and trying new flavorful recipes, combinations with fresh, high-quality ingredients. One of the easiest ways to[Read More…]
Drama Group’s Children Theatre Presents Sleeping Beauty
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Drama Group is always pleased to present quality live theatre for children, schools, and daycare. This season we bring you the beloved classic, SLEEPING BEAUTY, directed by Charlie Misovye. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Milord Studio Theatre on April 10, 11 & 12[Read More…]
Top Jazz Artists Coming to PSC Stage Feb. 15
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- “I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning.” Thus spake Plato, and jazz artists explore the patterns in music live, with depth and precision. Prairie State College is putting[Read More…]
Events at the Park Forest Public Library Through Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- There are a number of events on the docket this week at the Library for children of all ages, from infant to elder adult. All event titles below are links that will take you to the PFPL’s page for more information. These events are above and beyond[Read More…]
Environmental “Impact” Exhibit on Display in the Christopher Art Gallery at PSC
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Christopher Art Gallery at Prairie State College (PSC) presents “Impact,” an exhibition of art that addresses the issue of the environmental impact of human’s use and abuse of the earth. The exhibit will be on display in the gallery Feb. 4 through 28, 2019. An artists’[Read More…]
5 DIY Winter Home Repair Hacks
Family Features-(ENEWSPF)- Even if you’re not terribly handy, there are many simple household repair hacks that you can easily do yourself to avoid unnecessary time and expense. This is especially true in the winter, when little improvements can make a big difference in your comfort and energy consumption. If you’re like[Read More…]
