Mail Ballots Early. Cook County Clerk alerted voters recently that changes in postmarking policy could mean ballots mailed on or near Election Day might not count. She offered voters suggestions on how to safely vote by mail:
- Do not wait until the final days – or Election Day – to mail your ballot.
- If possible, bring your ballot directly to a local post office as far in advance as possible and request a postmark to help ensure timely processing.
- Beginning March 2, when Early Voting begins, voters may drop their mail ballots at any of the 55 secure mail ballot drop box locations that will be available throughout suburban Cook County. The closest drop boxes to H-F are at Prairie State College, 202 S. Halsted St., Chicago Heights, and Markham Courthouse, 16501 S. Kedzie Ave., Markham.
Friday, March 13
Senior Social Hour. Seniors are invited to visit the meeting room at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, from 1 to 2 p.m. for an hour of pleasant conversation and light refreshments.
Tween Time. Kids in grades fourth through sixth can spend time from 4:30 to 6 p.m. playing games, making crafts, and watching a movie in the meeting room at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway.
Saturday, March 14
Flapjacks and Forest Games. Learn how maple syrup is made, including a tree-tapping demonstration, discover the secrets of our local trees, followed by a pancake breakfast. Then, channel your inner lumberjack with some forest-themed games and challenges. From 9 to 10 a.m. at Irons Oaks, 20000 Western Ave. All ages. Fee is $12 for H-F Park District residents, $15 for non-residents. Click here to register.
Teen Outdoor Adventure Series: Rock Climbing. Irons Oaks, 20000 Western Ave., will host rock climbing from 10 a.m. to noon. This is a great introduction to the high adventure activities we have in store for the season. All skill levels welcome. For kids age 11 to 15. Fee is $25 for H-F Park District residents, $30 for non-residents. Click here to register.
Move-Along Storytime. Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy stories, movement and imagination from 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the meeting room at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway.
Youth Opportunities Fair. U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly will host an opportunities fair for area youth from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hillcrest High School, 7401 Pulaski Road, Country Club Hills. Click here for a list of businesses and organizations.
Flossmoor St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Gather at the FCC Community House, 847 Hutchison Road. The parade will begin at 1 p.m.
From the Olde Sod to the New Prairie: The Irish in America. Lee Murdock and Friends will present a musical celebration of Ireland from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Helen Wilson Meeting Room at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave.
