CHICAGO HEIGHTS–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. There is still time to register for spring semester courses at Prairie State College. Busy work schedules, family obligations, and changing life situations can make it difficult to start college classes at the beginning of the semester. For those who were unable to begin classes in[Read More…]
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Representatives Quigley, Duckworth, Schakowsky Statement on Chicago Department of Aviation Completion Plans for the O’Hare Modernization Program
CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)–February 1, 2016. Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Quigley (IL-05), Tammy Duckworth (IL-08), and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), members of the Quiet Skies Caucus, released the following statement in response to the announcement by Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and the City of Chicago to complete the O’Hare Modernization Program:[Read More…]
4th Annual Black Women Rock Awards at Governors State University on February 27
University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—February 2, 2016. In celebration of African American History month, Governors State University’s Student Life Department will present the Fourth Annual Black Women Rock Awards Ceremony on Saturday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m., in the Center for Performing Arts. This red carpet event will celebrate women in[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 31, 2016
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 31, 2016. February is Black History Month, or National African American History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history. You’ll find a special ‘Black History Month Events’ section outlining the many[Read More…]
Our Village Circle Series Continues at the Park Forest Public Library with Barbara Moore on Feb. 13
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2016. Our Village Circle at the Park Forest Public Library, 400 Lakewood Boulevard, continues on Saturday, February 13 at 1 p.m. with a conversation with former Community Relations Director Barbara Moore on the history of the integration of Park Forest. Park Forest Hall of Fame Inductee[Read More…]
Village of Park Forest Park Permit Lottery Begins on February 6
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2016. The Park Forest Recreation and Parks Department will hold its Annual Parks Pavilion Permit Lottery on Saturday, February 6, beginning at 9 a.m. at Park Forest’s Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. The event is held each year to allow members of the public the[Read More…]
The Theatre School at DePaul University Presents ‘God’s Ear’
The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “God’s Ear,” written by Jenny Schwartz and directed by Andrew Peters. The production opens Feb. 12, 2016 and runs through Feb. 21. (Grip Design artwork) CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 29, 2016. The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “God’s Ear,” written by Jenny Schwartz[Read More…]
Prairie State College Celebrating Black History Month 2016
CHICAGO HEIGHTS–(ENEWSPF)–January 29, 2016. Prairie State College (PSC) is celebrating Black History Month in February with a few events around campus. All events are free and open to the public, and will be held on the college’s main campus at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. The Charles Drew/Heartland[Read More…]
Step Back Into a 1950s Valentines Day at the Park Forest House Museum
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 29, 2016. From February 3 to March 5, the 1950s Park Forest House Museum, at 227 Monee Road (inside St. Mary’s Catholic Church) in Park Forest, Illinois is decorated with vintage valentines and decorations, in the exhibit, “Step Back Into a 1950s Valentines Day.” The classroom, representing[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces Comprehensive Reforms to Improve Crisis Intervention Situations
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 29, 2016. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today comprehensive reforms to address how the City’s first responders can best serve individuals with mental illness. The reform efforts are based on advice and assistance provided by the Mayor’s brand new steering committee called the Citywide Mental Health Response Steering Committee, which[Read More…]
