Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2017. In-person voter registration closed on March 7. Online voter registration continues until March 19 for both Cook County and Will County residents. You must have an Illinois driver’s license or a state ID to register on-line. Go to www.Cookcountyclerk.com and click on elections. Go to[Read More…]
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The South Suburban Health Alliance and the JASSAC Deltas to Present ‘Love & War: All Isn’t Fair’ on Sunday, March 12
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 9, 2017. On Sunday, March 12, the South Suburban Health Alliance in partnership with Joliet Area/South Suburban Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., hosts our 4th Annual Chat & Chew ‘Love & War: All Isn’t Fair.’ “Chat & Chew” is a discussion forum, where members of the community[Read More…]
OUR REVOLUTION Group to Meet on Tuesday, March 28 in Flossmoor
Flossmoor, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 9, 2017. The Bernie Sander’s campaign that evolved into OUR REVOLUTION is meeting again on Tuesday, March 28 at the Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery, 1035 Sterling Avenue. The group will start gathering at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 7 p.m. Come out and meet other progressives.[Read More…]
A Day Without Women Would Cost the U.S. Almost $21 Billion in GDP, Analysis Finds
Women employees iron stars onto a U.S. flag at Annin Flagmakers in South Boston, Virginia, on July 6, 2016. AP/Gerry Broome Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–March 7, 2017. On March 8, as advocates observe International Women’s Day, women worldwide are expected to take part in the “A Day Without A Woman” strike to[Read More…]
Sustainable Agriculture and Green Education (S.A.G.E.) Expert to Talk at Local Sierra Club Meeting on March 13
MATTESON—(ENEWSPF)—March 7, 2017. The March meeting of the Sauk-Calumet Sierra Club Group will be held on Monday, March 13th. The meeting will start at 7:15 pm, at the Frankfort Public Library. Amy DiDominicis from the Children’s Farm in Palos Park will show slides and talk about the challenges and success[Read More…]
Chicago Communities to Defend the Right to Protest on Tuesday, March 7 and Say No to Trump’s Executive Order on Policing
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—March 7, 2017. On February 9th, Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that declares war on protest and dissent. Under the title, “Preventing Violence Against … Law Enforcement Officers,” Trump is letting out the leash for his Attorney General, Jeff Sessions, to attack anyone that protests against police crimes; stands[Read More…]
20th Anniversary Diversity Dinners to be Held on Saturday, April 22
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 6, 2017. On Saturday, April 22, the Diversity Dinners of the South Suburbs will celebrate its 20th Anniversary. This year’s dinner will be held at Rich South High School, 5000 Sauk Trail in Richton Park, and will include a unique theatrical production, “Incognito” performed by author and[Read More…]
90 Days, 90 Voices Calls for Stories in Response to Trump’s New Immigration Ban
Two weeks after launch, Chicago storytelling website amps up submissions CHICAGO, Illinois –(ENEWSPF)—March 6, 2017. In the wake of the new immigration ban President Trump signed this morning, 90 Days, 90 Voices is asking immigrants and refugees to share their stories on a newly-launched website. Visit the site here: 90days90voices.com[Read More…]
The Drama Group’s Children’s Theatre to Present the ‘Wizard of Oz’
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—March 6, 2017. The Drama Group is always pleased to present quality live theatre for children, schools and daycare. This season we bring you the beloved classic, ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ directed by Charlie Misoyve. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Milord Studio Theatre on April 5,[Read More…]
Chicago Socialist Party, of the Socialist Party, USA Announces International Working Women’s Day Rally on Wednesday, March 8
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—March 6, 2017. The Chicago Socialist Party, of the Socialist Party, USA, is organizing a rally at James R. Thompson Center (100 W. Randolph St.) on March 8, at 6:00 pm, come rain or shine. This March 8th marks the 108th annual International Working Women’s Day. Join us for a[Read More…]
