Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 10, 2012. The Annual Tall Grass Artists exhibit ‘Luminosity,’ will open on August 10 and run through October 7. An opening reception will be held on Friday, August 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Gallery. The exhibit, curated by Cousandra Armstrong, Janice Pratt and[Read More…]
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Union Street Gallery to Host Opening Reception for Two New Exhibits on August 10
Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 10, 2012. Union Street Gallery, 1527 Otto Boulevard, Chicago Heights, will be the site for the opening receptions of two new exhibits on Friday, August 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ‘Blur’ features the art by twenty-three artists from the Midwest region that captures, portrays and[Read More…]
An Apple a Day Helps Kids go Back to School the Right Way
Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2012. Northwestern dietitian offers tips to send students to the classroom with proper nutrition Long summer days will soon be replaced with hurried schedules of school, homework and afternoon soccer practice. While a change in routine can be exciting, it’s important for parents to prepare their kids for[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Law to Boost Bilingual Education
New Law to Pave the Way for “Parent Academies” in Illinois CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a new law designed to strengthen bilingual education in Illinois. The law authorizes the Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education to study and make recommendations on the state of bilingual education[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs New Laws to Make Schoolchildren Safer and Healthier
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn yesterday signed three new laws designed to make Illinois schoolchildren healthier and safer through immunizations, anti-bullying measures and alternative education programs. Today’s action at Pershing West Magnet School is the latest by Governor Quinn to further strengthen education in Illinois. “We are working every[Read More…]
Community Activists Demand One-year Moratorium on Foreclosures and Evictions in Cook County
Thursday, August 9: Public Meeting with Cook County President Toni Preckwinke and Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2012. Homeowners, Tenants, Neighbors, and Occupiers will meet at UE Hall, located at 37 S. Ashland, on August 9th, at 6:30 PM, to with Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart and Cook[Read More…]
Hyatt Responds to Chicago Teachers Solidarity Campaign’s TIF Allegations
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Officials from Hyatt were quick to respond to statements made by the Chicago Teachers Solidarity Campaign (CTSC) alleging that Hyatt is receiving TIF funds to build a new hotel in the city. CTSC alleged the following: According to CTSC, by law, 62% of Chicago’s property taxes must go[Read More…]
Affordable Health Care – This Shouldn’t Be a ‘Let Them Die’ Society
PENNSYLVANIA–(ENEWSPF)–August 7, 2012. Progressive talk show host Leslie Marshall talked with United Steelworkers (USW) International President Leo W. Gerard about the benefits of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the Republicans’ resistance to the idea of providing access to health care for all Americans. They opened their discussion by talking[Read More…]
Residential Phase of Retrofit Chicago Launched
Residential Partnership Focuses on Single Family and Multi-Unit Buildings; Will Save Up to $400 Per Unit Annually While Creating Hundreds of Jobs CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 7, 2012. The City of Chicago today launched the third phase of Retrofit Chicago – the Residential Partnership. This effort brings together non-profit groups, utility companies, and[Read More…]
Gordon Matta-Clark’s Celebrated Garbage Wall to Highlight Chicago River at EXPO CHICAGO
Acclaimed Art Installation to Address Pollution Problems in the Midwest CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 7, 2012 – Garbage sourced directly from the Chicago, Illinois, Mississippi, and Ohio Rivers will be used to create a high-profile installation for the inaugural EXPO CHICAGO, the International Exposition of Contemporary/Modern Art and Design, taking place at Navy[Read More…]
