University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The prairie setting, mixed with the autumn colors and the cooler temperatures, make October the perfect time to view the sculptures in the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park at Governors State University. The park includes twenty-six sculptures by nationally and internationally recognized artists, including Mark diSuvero, Mary Miss, Bruce Nauman,[Read More…]
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Murphy Visits U.S. DOT, Urges Evaluation of High-Speed Rail Corridor between Chicago and St. Louis
Cook County, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Cook County Board Commissioner Joan Patricia Murphy released a statement indicating that she has passed legislation urging U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and the Federal Railroad Administration to award $8.2 million to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to conduct a feasibility study and evaluate[Read More…]
President Obama to Announce Major Expansion of ‘Educate to Innovate’ Campaign
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–September 16, 2010. Today at the White House, as part of his “Educate to Innovate” campaign to raise American students to the top of the pack in science and math achievement over the next decade, President Obama will announce the launch of Change the Equation, a CEO-led effort to[Read More…]
Volunteers Needed for ME4E National Public Lands Day Event in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 16, 2010. ME4E will host a National Public Lands Day (NPLD) event on Thursday, September 23rd as part of a national initiative. Over 170,000 volunteers will visit their favorite parks, beaches, wildlife preserves or forests and chip in to help improve these treasured places. The NPLD is[Read More…]
Tickets Please! Park Forest’s Freedom Hall Announces 2010/2011 Series
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Freedom Hall Nathan Manilow Theatre is pleased to announce its 2010-2011 season. Main Series Kenyan Safari Acrobats Friday, October 15, 8 p.m. The Kenya Safari Acrobats offer a truly unique cultural experience. Hailing from the heart of Africa, this awe-inspiring and dynamic dance troupe takes[Read More…]
‘Arrive Alive’ Comes to PSC
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College student Josh Johnson, of Palos Heights, sits behind the wheel to experience what it would be like to drive under the influence, while Jan Griffith, of United National Arrive Alive Tour, judges his performance. The college hosted the Arrive Alive Tour to[Read More…]
Rotary Supports Education In Community
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Park Forest, Matteson, Chicago Heights, Homewood, & Lansing Clubs kicked off their Annual Dictionary Project with a dictionary pick up at the holiday Star Theater in Park Forest. In attndance were Assistant Governor J.N. Settles Sr.,President Dan Graham,President-Elect Tiffani Graham of the Park Forest[Read More…]
‘Anna Christie’ Opens ITC Season
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Illinois Theatre Center of Park Forest opens its 35th season on Friday, September 24 with Eugene O’Neill’s drama ANNA CHRISTIE. This true American Classic runs through Sunday, October 10. ANNA CHRISTIE tells the tale of Swedish-born Anna, who grew up in Minnesota with her late mother’s[Read More…]
Governors State University Hosts Constitution Day Panel Discussion
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University will observe Constitution Day with a panel discussion on “Controversies in the Constitution,” on September 20, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., in Engbretson Hall. Panelists include GSU faculty members Dr. Chelsea Haring, assistant professor of Social Sciences; Dr. Will Kelley, Assistant Professor of Political[Read More…]
District 163 School Board Election Packets Available Sept. 20
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Nominating petition forms for the Tuesday, April 5, 2011, school board election in Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163 will be available on September 20, 2010. The first day that candidates may circulate nominating petitions is Tuesday, September 21, 2010. On school business days, forms may be[Read More…]
