Stilian Kirov will take the baton and lead the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) starting June 1. Kirov was one of five finalist candidates invited as a guest conductor candidate during the last season. Kirov directed the “Slavic Soul” program in January. During his visit, he also worked with the Viking Orchestra[Read More…]
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H-F badminton team advances to state tournament this weekend
The Homewood-Flossmoor High School badminton doubles team of Jenna Bostick and Ashley Deckelman will be competing in the Illinois High School Association’s State Badminton Tournament Friday and Saturday at Eastern Illinois University.
H-F High math, French and Spanish honor societies induct new members
Mu Alpha Theta math honors society and the Spanish, French, Art and Tri-M Music National Honor Societies at Homewood-Flossmoor High School are inducting new members. To be selected for Mu Alpha Theta, students have an A average in regular level math classes, or grades of A and B in[Read More…]
Free introductory Pilates session Saturday at racquet club
A free Pilates demonstration will be given at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 6, at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Racquet and Fitness Club, 2920 W. 183rd St., Homewood. Instructor Liz Camacho said the session is meant to introduce residents to Pilates, a form of exercise that provides intentional, precise[Read More…]
Haircuts May 1 and 2 will help domestic violence victims
Ready for a haircut? Here’s a buy one-give one offer. The “Share a Haircut” program is set for May 1 and 2 at any Hair Cuttery location. With every haircut purchased, Hair Cuttery will donate a free haircut to a survivor of domestic violence through its partnership with the[Read More…]
Flossmoor Station’s Wooden Hell brew pre-sale starts Sunday, with official release May 12
Sunday, April 30, is the pre-order day for Flossmoor Station Restaurant and Brewery’s Wooden Hell, a barleywine brew. Each 22-ounce bottle is $20, and patrons must purchase four bottles to participate in the pre-sale. Sales start at 10 a.m. at the brewery, 1035 Sterling Ave. Participants can get tickets[Read More…]
H-F High School actors perform ‘Bob: A Life in Five Acts’ May 4, 5, 6
Michael Kennedy as Bob and Sarah Esparza as Jeanine rehearse for “Bob, A life in five acts,” which opens Thursday, May 4, at 7 p.m., and will run through May 6 at Homewood-Flossmoor High School’s Mall Auditorium. (Provided photos) Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School thespians will present “Bob: A Life in Five Acts” at 7 p.m.[Read More…]
Metra discontinues cash-only ticket machines on Monday
Homewood and Flossmoor area rail riders will need to take a credit card or mobile device with them starting Monday, May 1. The cash-only ticket machines are being removed from Metra stops. Metra cites steady declines in ticket sales through cash-only vending machines as more customers choose credit cards and[Read More…]
State budget crisis forces PSC board to raise tuition for fall 2017
The Prairie State College (PSC) District 515 Board of Trustees voted during a special meeting this month to raise the tuition for fall 2017, based on a $7.50 per credit hour increase for in-district students. The decision comes during a time when Illinois state lawmakers approach a third year[Read More…]
Grande Prairie Singers preparing for celebration of Jewish music May 21
The Grande Prairie Singers will close the gala 40th anniversary season with a final concert at 3 p.m. May 21 at St. Lawrence O’Toole Church 4101 St. Lawrence Ave., Matteson. The concert, “From Moses to Max: Jewish Music from Sinai to the Carnegie Deli,” will focus on Salomone Rossi[Read More…]
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