Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Northern Illinois University Steel Drum Band will perform at Faith United Protestant Church, 10 Hemlock Street, Park Forest, on Friday, April 8, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. NIU Steelband has performed throughout the US and around the world. The band is a 35-member group and is mainly comprised[Read More…]
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VIVID 2016: Jazz & scenes from Legally Blonde at Roosevelt University’s Auditorium Theatre on March 29
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2016. Roosevelt University’s gala fundraising dinner and biggest performance of the year showcasing some of the finest student talent at Chicago College of Performing Arts (CCPA) will be held at 7:30 p.m. on March 29 at the University’s Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Congress Parkway, Chicago. VIVID 2016 will[Read More…]
Prairie State College & One Million Degrees Partner with Housing Authority for Student Success
The Housing Authority of Cook County Launches Scholarship Program for Low-income College Bound Students CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2016. Today the Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC) announced a new community college scholarship program for disadvantaged students who reside at HACC properties or receive housing vouchers called the HACC Scholar’s Promise.[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, Chicago Park District and Field Museum Announce Local Teams of Artists and Non-profits to Create Gathering Spaces along City’s South Lakefront
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2016. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, the Chicago Park District and officials with the Field Museum of Natural History today announced that five gathering spaces within the Burnham Wildlife Corridor, which will be created by five teams of artists and community-based organizations. The Burnham Wildlife Corridor is a 100-acre ribbon[Read More…]
Community Gathering In Support Of Officer Tim Jones To Be Held Tonight In Park Forest
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A community gathering in support of critically wounded Park Forest Police Officer Tim Jones will be held tonight in Park Forest. Jones was shot while attempting to make an arrest Saturday morning and remains in critical condition. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at St. Irenaeus Church, 78[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces ‘Paseo’, Path To Connect Pilsen, Little Village
Rails to trails project will provide opportunity for recreation, culture and beautification CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2016. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) Commissioner Rebekah Scheinfeld, Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) Commissioner David Reifman, Alderman Danny Solis (25th), Alderman George Cardenas (12th), community members and community organizations yesterday[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of March 20, 2016
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 20, 2016. Local food pantries estimate the need for food and household goods has more than doubled in the past five years. The need is especially high in the spring and summer months as donations decrease and supplies diminish. The south suburbs have a goal of collecting[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Accompanies President Obama on Historic Cuba Trip
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 20, 2016. U.S. Congresswoman Robin Kelly is traveling today with President Obama as part of his historic trip to Cuba to further diplomatic and trade relations with the island nation. Congresswoman Kelly is the sole member of the Illinois Delegation on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Her[Read More…]
Home Concert with Political Satirist Tom Neilson on April 10; Limited Seating
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 20, 2016. Political satirist Tom Neilson will perform a home concert at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 10 at the Waters Edge Condo, 3505 Lakeview Drive in Hazel Crest. Tom provides a voice for those who believe in the power of folk music to effect change. His[Read More…]
Applications for 2016 Village of Park Forest Scholarships Now Being Accepted
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–March 18, 2016. The Village of Park Forest Scholarship helps provide financial assistance to Park Forest residents. Recipients of the Park Forest Scholarship demonstrate strong academic ability and a high level of character. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Must be a Park Forest resident Must be a graduating high[Read More…]
