CONSERVATION INTERNSHIP – Homewood Science Center is accepting applications for its Ecology and Conservation Internship for sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders. The internship will focus on the unique characteristics and interrelationships in three different ecosystems: woodland, prairie, and wetland. Interns will meet at Homewood Izaak Walton Nature Preserve for five Saturdays,[Read More…]

‘STAY FEARLESS’ TOWN HALL – Cancer Support Center hosts its annual town hall meeting at 6 p.m. tonight at its Homewood location. The evening starts with an open house and refreshments, followed by a discussion of the nonprofit’s successes in 2021 and a Q&A session when community members can share[Read More…]

FLOSSMOOR VILLAGE STICKERS – Vehicle village stickers for the current year must be purchased and displayed by April 15. This is for every vehicle registered to a Flossmoor address, including leased vehicles, company cars and vehicles kept outside the village. For more information, visit the village website or contact village[Read More…]

GOOD FOOD & JAZZ MUSIC – The Lunch & Fun folks get together for another good time on April 6 at the Irwin Center. This month, the group of people 55+ enjoy a meal from Wiley’s Grill including stuffed chicken breast, steamed asparagus, white and wild rice, bread and butter,[Read More…]

DONATE TO UKRAINE – Shir Tikva synagogue and Gypsy Fix store are collaborating on a humanitarian drive in support of the people of Ukraine. First aid kits, Tylenol, ibuprofen and new fleece blankets can be dropped at either location. Donors can also shop an Amazon wishlist. Find information on Facebook[Read More…]

NEW FLOSSMOOR RESIDENTS – If you’re a new Flossmoor resident, meet neighbors at the New Resident Mixer from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at Flossmoor Public Library. Space is limited, so RSVP by April 6. Find the link on Flossmoor’s Facebook page. BRUSH THEM OFF – The Village[Read More…]

ROAD CLOSURE – Watch for construction on the corner of Ridge Road and Martin Avenue beginning Monday for installation of a water main. This will affect traffic flow for two to three days, and no parking will be allowed on the east side of Martin Ave from 7 a.m. to[Read More…]

SPRING CLEANING – Chicago Southland Green Committee and the Village of Flossmoor sponsor a community cleanup day on April 2. Volunteers will gather at Parker Junior High School to prepare for the day of outdoor spring cleaning. Children 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Find sign-up info[Read More…]

ALZHEIMER’S GUIDE – This online educational program teaches about the common signs of Alzheimer’s disease, how to spot them in yourself and others, and what next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor. Presented by Homewood Library at 11 a.m. Thursday. Register online. SQUADS AND STREETS –[Read More…]