SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)—August 31, 2017. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to present a solo exhibition entitled ‘Silent Witnesses’ by Carmen Chami. The exhibition will be on display in the Dorothea Thiel Gallery September 6 – October 11.[Read More…]
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UChicago Appointed Co-commissioner of U.S. Pavilion at Venice Architecture Biennale
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 31, 2017. The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the University of Chicago jointly announced yesterday their selection by the U.S. Department of State to serve as co-commissioners of the United States Pavilion at the 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale. As co-commissioners, the two institutions will organize Dimensions[Read More…]
The Drama Group Presents ‘Wait Until Dark’ September 22 through October 1
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—August 31, 2017. The Drama Group is pleased to present the Broadway thriller ‘Wait Until Dark’ by American playwright Frederick Knott and directed by M.J. Renzi. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Milord Studio Theatre on September 22, 23, 28, 29 & 30 at 7:30 pm and matinees[Read More…]
Governors State University Hosts its First Annual Car and Motorcycle Show on Friday, September 8
University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)–August 29, 2017 – On Friday, September 8, Governors State University will host its First Annual Car and Motorcycle Show. Sponsored by the Department of Public Safety and the GSU Library, all proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Illinois. The event runs from 4 – 8 p.m. in east[Read More…]
UChicago Startup Investment Program Makes First Investment
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 29, 2017. The University of Chicago has made its first venture investment from the UChicago Startup Investment Program. ExplORer Surgical, which is based on technology developed at the University of Chicago Medical Center, provides an interactive surgical playbook that promotes optimal teamwork in the operating room. It will receive[Read More…]
Business Attire Wanted by the Village of Park Forest
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 29, 2017. The Village of Park Forest is collecting gently used or new men and women business attire. Clean out your closet and contribute to a good cause. This project will provide business attire for any constituent looking to dress professional for work or interviews. Donations may[Read More…]
Nominations Being Accepted for the 2017 Park Forest Business Person of the Year Award
Nomination Deadline is October 31 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 29, 2017. The Park Forest Economic Development Advisory Group (EDAG) seeks nominees from residents, civic groups, and businesses to recognize a Park Forest business owner who is committed to community service. Do you know a Park Forest business owner who has made[Read More…]
Statement from IL House Speaker Madigan on School Funding
SPRINGFIELD, IL–(ENEWSPF)–August 28, 2017. House Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement on Monday: “Today we saw compromise. Instead of pitting children and communities against each other, Democrats and Republicans came to an agreement on much of what’s in this bill. And even where we don’t fully agree, we’re[Read More…]
Park Forest News: Police Blotter Reports for August 28, 2017
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Editor’s Note: We continue our reporting in depth reporting of Park Forest news with this week’s police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other[Read More…]
How You Can Help the Victims of Hurricane Harvey
TEXAS—(ENEWSPF)—August 28, 2017. The devastation from Hurricane Harvey continues to be felt throughout Texas. And as heavy rains and catastrophic flooding are expected to continue for days, the extent of the damage and death toll is not yet clear. The National Weather Service had called the storm “unprecedented.” According to[Read More…]
