As we face the snowy season, the villages of Homewood and Flossmoor remind residents of rules and tips to keep local roadways safe. Both villages prohibit parking on streets after a snowfall of 2 inches or more. Vehicles that don’t move risk being cited or towed. • Do not attempt[Read More…]
Author: Carole Sharwarko
12/28/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
GRAB AND GO – Pick up a New Years Eve Party Kit for kids ages 3 to 7 during regular hours at Homewood Library today. Kids are available on a first-come, first-served basis. FLOSSMOOR CLOSURE – Due to nationwide increase in COVID-19 cases, Flossmoor Village Hall is closed through Jan.[Read More…]
Jewel employee wins new car from Homewood Chevy Cares
On Thursday, Dec. 23, LaToya Glover didn’t own a car. She got to her job as a supervisor at Homewood’s Jewel on Halsted Street by taking the bus or hiring a ride service. The next day, on Christmas Eve, Glover drove home in her brand new, dark red 2022 Chevy[Read More…]
12/24/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
A CAR FOR CHRISTMAS – Watch our website later to find out about the winner of the Homewood Chevy Cares new car giveaway. METRA SCHEDULE – Metra trains operate a Saturday schedule today. Please visit Metrarail.com for details. JOB FAIR – Get your resume ready as H-F Park District hosts[Read More…]
12/23/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
TEEN YOGA CAMP – Teens and tweens can get in the right mindset before heading back to school with a four-day winter break camp at Serendipity Yoga and Wellness in Homewood. Participants will connect meaningfully with peers and learn mindfulness strategies to improve focus, self-regulation and manage stress. Classes will[Read More…]
12/22/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
TRASH STAYS THE SAME – For customers of Homewood Disposal, all trash and recycle pickup will remain on the normal schedule throughout the remainder of the holiday season. MOMS & SONS – Register early for the Prince Charming Dance, a special event on Jan. 21 when moms, grandmothers and aunts[Read More…]
12/21/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
GIRLS STEAM SUCCESS CLUB – Homewood Science Center is accepting applications for its Girls STEAM SUCCESS Club. Apply to join the free club, which is limited to 50 middle school students who identify as girls. The club meets bi-monthly January through August, when girls will connect, meet women in STEM[Read More…]
12/17/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
HOT CHOCOLATE HELP – Can you believe it’s Kayla and Mara’s 18th Annual Hot Chocolate Stand? The sisters will once again sell hot cocoa cups at 1323 Hillview Road in Homewood to benefit Toys For Tots. 4 to 7 p.m. Friday PET PICS WITH SANTA – Bring your dog to[Read More…]
12/16/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
TEEN READING CHALLENGE – Read and log your hours for a chance to win gift cards and more with Homewood Library’s Winter Break Teen Reading Challenge. Find the event on Facebook. MLK DAY ACTIVITY – The Village of Flossmoor invites local nonprofit organizations and businesses to host service projects during[Read More…]
12/15 /2021 | What You Need to Know Today
FLOSSMOOR HOLIDAY PARADE – See mobile holiday displays during Flossmoor’s new Holiday Lights Parade at 4:30 p.m. Thursday. Flossmoor Police, Fire and Public Works departments will travel through the neighborhoods with their vehicles festively decorated. Residents not on the direct parade route can watch the festivities from temporary bleachers near[Read More…]
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