Shakti Chakra at GSU Center for Performing Arts (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Creation. Good and evil. Lust, greed, and anger. Purification. In its stunning exhibition of classical Indian dance, “Shakti Chakra – the Energy Cycle,” Natya Dance Theatre examines powerful forces that have been central to the human experience[Read More…]
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Park Forest Environment Commission to Host Community Gardening Program Informational Meeting on Saturday, February 16
Park Forest, IL –(ENEWSPF)—February 10, 2013. The Park Forest Environment Commission will host a Community Gardening Program Informational Meeting on Saturday, February 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Park Forest Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. Are you interested in gardening? Do you want to grow your own fresh vegetables but can’t[Read More…]
Park Forest Commission on Human Relations’ 2013 Black History Month Program ‘Church to the Club’ to be Held on February 23
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 10, 2013. The Village of Park Forest’s Commission on Human Relations will present its 2013 Black History Month program ‘Church to the Club’ on Saturday, February 23 at 1 p.m. The event will take place at Freedom Hall’s Nathan Manilow Theatre, 410 Lakewood Boulevard, Park Forest. History[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Landmark Legislation to Strengthen Communities Across Illinois
New Law Will Responsibly Fast Track Foreclosures; Invest $120 Million in Foreclosure Prevention and Abandoned Property Maintenance CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 8, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a landmark law that will strengthen communities across Illinois by responsibly fast tracking the foreclosure process and investing more than $120 million to help more[Read More…]
Illinois State Fair Announces Additional Grandstand Concerts, 2013 Theme
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.–(ENEWSPF)–February 8, 2013. A stellar Grandstand entertainment line-up is being assembled for the 2013 Illinois State Fair. State Fair Manager Amy Bliefnick today announced additional concert bookings for the August festival, including performances by The Band Perry, Billy Currington, Gary Allan, Thompson Square, Styx and REO Speedwagon. “The progress[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, February 8, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 8, 2013. In Group Letter, Alliance State Presidents Urge President Obama to Protect Seniors Congressional Republicans are taking the economy hostage again — threatening to blow it up unless vital services for seniors are cut. On Thursday, President Obama warned that Republicans would seek to replace the sequester[Read More…]
Prairie State College Presenting 25th Annual Jazz Fest on February 22
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—February 8, 2013. Some of the nation’s top jazz artists will perform at Prairie State College’s (PSC) 25th Annual Jazz Fest at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 22, in the auditorium of the college, located at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. Featured musicians include Chicago trumpeter Orbert Davis,[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Meets with Leaders of Chicago’s Faith Community Receives Report on Recent Visit to Israel
Discussion Includes Insights on Continued Ways to Strengthen Chicago through Embracing of Diversity CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 8, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel meets with leaders of Chicago’s faith community (Photo Credit: Patrick Pyszka – City of Chicago) Yesterday, Mayor Emanuel met with a Chicago interdenominational faith delegation that had recently visited Israel to[Read More…]
DRUMLine Live Coming to Governors State University Center for Performing Arts
‘DRUMLine Live’ at GSU Center for Performing Arts (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- With scintillating beats and ear-grabbing might, “DRUMLine Live” brings the thrilling musical tradition of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) to Governors State University Center for Performing Arts for one show only, on Friday, February 15, at[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces Additional Investment in Successful Programs to Serve 5,500 At-Risk Youth
Proven Programs to Provide Summer Jobs and Guidance as an Alternative to Drugs, Gangs, and Violence CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 7, 2013. Today, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced an increase in funding for proven programs that will provide 2,000 additional at-risk Chicago Public School students with positive opportunities including jobs, life skill training, guidance,[Read More…]
