SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 30, 2013. South Suburban College’s Community Education Department is offering a wide range of opportunities for adults to build the basic skills required for success. Celebrate International Literacy Day (September 8) with SSC by letting someone know about these free programs. Adult Basic Education (ABE) helps men[Read More…]
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly Donates Books to Douglas Taylor Elementary School
ILLINOIS—(ENEWSPF)—August 30, 2013. Congresswoman Robin Kelly today donated nearly 80 books to Douglas Taylor Elementary School on Chicago’s South Side as part of the Library of Congress Surplus Book Program. “Reading is a learning tool, but it’s also fun. A good book can expose you to people and places and[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Illinois Awarded $17.6 Million for Early Learning Race to the Top
Key Federal Grant to Boost State-Funded Early Education Programs CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that Illinois is one of six states to receive a supplemental award from the 2013 Race to the Top-Early Learning Challenge grant fund to improve early learning programs across the state. The award[Read More…]
Governors State University to Host 2nd Annual Symposium on Mindfulness and Higher Education
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The College of Education and College of Health and Human Services at Governors State University will sponsor the 2nd annual Symposium on Mindfulness and Higher Education on Friday, November 1, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at GSU. Participants will learn how to incorporate mindful meditation and practices[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly Hosts First of Three Informational Forums on the Affordable Care Act
ILLINOIS—(ENEWSPF)—August 31, 2013. Congresswoman Robin Kelly provided constituents with valuable information on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) during a Town Hall meeting Thursday at the Mary Magdalene M.B. Church in Chicago. Experts explained the new federal health care law and how it benefits individuals and families. Participants also learned about[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth’s Statement on the Situation in Syria
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. In response to the developing situation in Syria, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) released the following statement: Syria is undergoing a humanitarian crisis. While the United States cannot stand by as innocent civilians are being massacred, it’s my responsibility as a Member of Congress to make sure[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, August 30, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 30 2013. Executive Director Ed Coyle Announces His Intention to Retire Edward F. Coyle, who has been the Executive Director of the Alliance since its launch in 2001, announced this week that he plans to retire soon. During his dozen-year stewardship of the Alliance, Mr. Coyle steadfastly supported[Read More…]
Representative Robin Kelly to Host Congress on Your Corner Event on August 31
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 30, 2013. Representative Robin Kelly will host a Congress on your Corner event on Saturday, August 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Kingsberry Waffle House, 3345 Vollmer Road, Flossmoor. Constituents are invited to talk one-on-one with Congresswoman Kelly about legislation in Congress, unresolved issues[Read More…]
Marian Catholic High School Hits The Links And Courts To Raise Funds For Student Scholarships
Olympia Fields Country Club’s Har-Tru clay Tennis Courts. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Olympia Fields Country Club, September 16, 2013 Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Marian Catholic High School will be hosting the 24th Annual Endowment Golf Classic at Olympia Fields Country Club onSeptember 16, to generate income for the Endowment Classic Scholarship Fund of Marian Catholic High School. The income from this fund[Read More…]
Tickets On Sale For The Freedom Hall 2013- 2014 Series
Tom Dreesen kicks off the 2014-2014 Freedom Hall Series. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Freedom Hall announces the 2013-2014 Series for the intimate 280-seat Nathan Manilow Theatre in Park Forest. Since 1976, internationally renowned performers have graced the stage to the acclaim of appreciative audiences. Continuing this tradition, the series[Read More…]
