Starting Monday, Oct. 23, the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Racquet & Fitness Club, in partnership with the United States Tennis Association Midwest Section, is offering two programs for adults interested in tennis. The Start/ReStart Tennis programs are geared toward adults who have never played tennis or those returning to the sport[Read More…]
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South Suburban Family Shelter awarded $20,000 grant from Mary Kay Foundation
South Suburban Family Shelter (SSFS) has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Mary Kay Foundation to further the organization’s efforts to combat domestic violence and provide rehabilitation services throughout the South Suburbs and the Chicago metro region. “At SSFS, we are incredibly grateful for support from the Mary Kay[Read More…]
H-F Park District’s Racquet Club open house is Nov. 11
Staff at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Racquet & Fitness Club will welcome the community to its open house from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11. There is no set program. The community is welcome to watch or join in activities, including small group training demonstrations, a group[Read More…]
Musical ‘Eating Raoul’ presented in November by The Drama Group
The Drama Group presents a zany Broadway musical “Eating Raoul” filled with lively intrigue and laughs as the plot thickens. The show will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18, or 2 p.m. Nov. 12, 18 and 19, at the Milord Studio Theater, 330 W.[Read More…]
Oncologist presents breast cancer program Oct. 23 at Cancer Support Center
Noted oncologist Dr. Dennis Citrin will give a presentation on breast cancer at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23, at the Cancer Support Center, 2028 Elm Road in Homewood. Citrin, of Cancer Treatment Centers of America, will cover a variety of topics including prevalence of the disease, symptoms associated with the[Read More…]
Veterans can get free dental services on Nov. 11
Two Flossmoor dental practices are taking part in this year’s statewide Veterans Day dentistry program. On Nov. 11, veterans can receive free dental treatment at the Southland Smiles and the Center for Dental Excellence. The program is sponsored by the Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS) to show appreciation to veterans[Read More…]
Blood drive Oct. 28 in Homewood
Heartland Blood Centers is holding a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, at First Presbyterian Church, 17929 Gottschalk in Homewood. Donors 17 years old and older who weigh at least 100 pounds and are in good health can donate. Donors taking medications may be[Read More…]
Lighthouse plans coming out storytelling event
Lighthouse LGBTQ+ is sponsoring a storytelling event in honor of National Coming Out Day. It is taking place from 7 to 8 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Community House, 847 Hutchison Road, Flossmoor. Members of the area’s LGBTQ community will share coming out stories at the event. National Coming Out[Read More…]
Program on improving mobility Oct. 27 at racquet club
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District presents a discussion and demonstration on “How to Improve Mobility” at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, as part of its Coffee and Curiosity program. Sessions meet at the H-F Racquet & Fitness Club, 2920 W. 183rd St., Homewood. Personal trainer Christina Alcasid will offer information and[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly bill on government document access for mobile devices advances
Legislation proposed by U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., that would require all future and redesigned government websites to be mobile-friendly was approved by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee and is awaiting action by the full House of Representatives. Kelly represents Homewood and Flossmoor in Congress. “I’m extremely excited[Read More…]
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