The Friends of the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra will host the annual Rising Star Showcase at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, at Flossmoor Community Church, 2218 Hutchison Road in Flossmoor. “We welcome another roster of outstanding performers,” said Maryellen Tomassetti, Rising Star Showcase co-chair. “Their musicianship and youth will impress all[Read More…]
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Marian Catholic takes third place in IHSA basketball tourney
The Spartans gave their supporters a great season when they completed a 26-6 campaign Saturday, March 17, capped off by a 58-48 victory over North Chicago in the Illinois High School Association Class 3A third place game at the Peoria Civic Center.
Southland Smiles, Dentistry from the Heart offer free dental service on Saturday
On Saturday, March 17, a visit to the dentist will be available to those who usually are unable to afford it. Dr. Richard Mantoan of Southland Smiles, 19815 Governors Highway in Flossmoor, in conjunction with the non-profit organization Dentistry from the Heart, is offering his services for free. This will[Read More…]
GSU offers Vacation Education summer courses
Governors State University is helping college students get additional credits this summer through a program it’s calling Vacation Education. The program focuses on general education and degree requirement classes standard to most bachelor’s degree programs. Students returning home for summer break from other colleges and universities can take a general[Read More…]
SSFS benefit at Buona Beef on March 28
Click on the image to view a larger version of the coupon. Help South Suburban Family Shelter while enjoying a meal from Buona Beef on Wednesday, March 28. SSFS will receive 20 percent of all sales generated from dine-in, drive-through, carry out and catering orders when a printed flyer[Read More…]
Homewood church presents dramatization of Last Supper
(Provided photo) A dramatization of the Last Supper will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 18850 Riegel Road in Homewood. Members of the Homewood church are being joined by members of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Glenwood in presenting this[Read More…]
Cancer Support Center gala marks 25th anniversary
The Cancer Support Center’s Annual Spring Gala is set for Friday, April 20, at The Odyssey, 19110 S. Ridgeland Ave. in Tinley Park. This event, centered on a “Wizard of Oz” theme, includes a tribute to cancer survivors, dinner, silent auction, raffles, entertainment and more. Emmy Award-winning traffic/transportation anchor Roz[Read More…]
Advocacy work for seniors, disabled wins Rep. Kelly special honors
Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., received the 2018 Impact Award from the Center for Disability and Elder Law for her advocacy on behalf of the legal rights of low-income seniors and people with disabilities in the Chicago region. Kelly represents Homewood and Flossmoor in Congress. “It’s an honor to be recognized[Read More…]
Runners, volunteers needed for special recreation 5K
Runners, volunteers needed for special recreation 5K Provided News The South Suburban Special Recreation Association and the Olympia Fields Park District are looking for runners and volunteers for the Saturday, May 19, Sock Hop Hustle 5K. The event will begin at 9 a.m. at Sgt. Means Park in Olympia Fields. The[Read More…]
Used cell phones helping to underwrite SSFS services
That old cell phone may be a cast-off to you, but it can be of benefit to South Suburban Family Shelter, a nonprofit organization offering assistance to those affected by domestic violence. “The fundraising potential is limitless,” said Vicki Meilach, community outreach coordinator at SSFS. “We work with a company[Read More…]