HOLIDAY CLOSURES – In observance of Independence Day, most government offices are closed today, in addition to banks, post offices, and village halls in Homewood and Flossmoor. No mail today, no garbage pickup for Homewood Disposal customers. Garbage services is delayed one day for the remainder of the week. ART[Read More…]
Author: Carole Sharwarko
7/2/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
FLOSSMOOR PARADE – On Saturday, decorate bicycles and wagons in red, white and blue and join in the return of Flossmoor Fire Department’s annual Independence Day parade. Line up at 9:30 a.m. in the Parker Junior High School parking lot. Parade steps off at 10 a.m. and proceeds into downtown[Read More…]
7/1/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
CAREERS HELPING CRITTERS – People of all ages can join the free virtual program Spotlight On…Becoming a Veterinarian featuring Flossmoor native Dr. Courtney Hughes, who will discuss the careers in the veterinary field and answer questions. Register at the Homewood Science Center website. 7 p.m. July 8 LEARN ABOUT FERGUSON[Read More…]
6/30/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
BIKE-IN-MOVIE – At 8 p.m. Thursday, GoodSpeed Cycles hosts a showing of “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure” outdoors at Rabid Brewing in Homewood. Tickets are only $3, with proceeds benefitting South Suburban Family Shelter. Buy a ticket and donate $50 or more, and you could win VIP loveseat bike transport to and[Read More…]
6/29/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
FLOOD ASSISTANCE – Flossmoor residents who are experiencing flooding on their street or other storm related issues should call the Flossmoor Police Department non-emergency number at (708) 957-4500, and public works crews will be dispatched. FOOD GIVEAWAY – Calvary Assembly Church, 274 W. Glengate Ave., Chicago Heights, hosts a food[Read More…]
6/25/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
WASHOUT WEEKEND – The forecast for the next few days calls for severe thunderstorms, including heavy rain. A chance for storms continues into next week. MARKET RAINOUT – Due to the predicted rainy weather, the Village of Homewood canceled tomorrow’s Farmers Market. PEE-WEE POSTPONED – In another weather misadventure, GoodSpeed[Read More…]
6/24/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
FUN FOR ACTIVE ADULTS – on the first Wednesday of each month during the summer, the H-F Park District hosts Active Adults and Seniors for an afternoon of delicious food, fellowship, and bingo at Lunch & Fun. Register for the next get-together on July 7. FLOSSMOOR FEST RETURNS – The Village[Read More…]
6/23/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
PARK DISTRICT JOBS – H-F Park District is hiring for a number of positions, including a full-time bookkeeper, and jobs at Coyote Run Golf Course, Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center, H-F Ice Arena, H-F Racquet Club, Lions Club Pool and Wiley’s Grill. SCIENCE OF BREWING – Get tickets for Homewood[Read More…]
6/22/2021 | What You Need to Know Today
FLOSSMOOR LAWN TREATMENT – A contractor will apply a combination of fertilizer and herbicide to village properties today and Wednesday. Village officials advise pedestrians to stay off the grass until the treatment is dry; look for notification flags. Contact Flossmoor Public Works with any questions at (708) 957-4100. YOGA FOR LIGHTHOUSE –[Read More…]
6/17/2021 | What You Need to Know This Weekend
H-F JUNETEENTH FEST – You Matter 2 hosts a Juneteenth celebration at H-F High School from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. It features dance and musical performances, a fashion show, food trucks and more. Bring school supplies to donate for the organization’s upcoming Back to School Bash. PADS COLLECTION –[Read More…]