Before the shelves were stocked and the ribbons began to fill the wall, the idea behind Sarah’s Soles began inside the Suburban Access clothing closet. Staff member Dodi Wians was still getting to know the space when she noticed the same pattern repeating. Parents would come in hoping to find[Read More…]
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Homewood Creative Alliance brings local artists together
When the Homewood Creative Alliance set up a giant loom and taught residents how to weave, they literally and figuratively made art a part of the fabric of life in Homewood. “We did a community weaving project. It was so wonderful and heartwarming. People were really excited to do it.[Read More…]
Flossmoor plants a pawpaw grove to honor Tom Houlihan
On Saturday morning, Nov. 15, Tom and Patty Houlihan shared a story Tom has told his family for years. Someone once asked Martin Luther, the 16th-century theologian known for using everyday actions to explain hope, what he would do if he knew the world was ending tomorrow. Luther’s answer was[Read More…]
Gaia’s becomes a community center with crafting event
On Nov. 9, the first snow of fall dusted Homewood, but inside Gaia’s Market & Refillery, 1948 Ridge Rd., the cold stayed outside. A group gathered for a decoupage workshop led by artist and community engagement coordinator Sarah Wiener, who guided attendees through decorating recycled glass jars with thrifted and[Read More…]
Green Initiatives: Homewood resident says solar project worth the investment
Note: This story is the fourth in a four-part series. Homewood resident Steve Ploum had solar panels installed on his roof about six or seven years ago, and he is still happy with the decision. Ploum, who is the founder and director of Trail Mix Productions, said that the motivation[Read More…]
Green initiatives: Fixers share their talents to give new life to broken objects
Note: This story is the second in a four-part series. Jewel Jackson was worried her favorite sweater was a goner. Then she met Joanna Tassin at the Repair Café on Sept. 27. Jackson pointed out how the collar had separated from the neckline. It saddened her to think she’d have[Read More…]
Green initiatives – simple and making an impact
Do you ‘think green’ everyday? It’s easy to find ways in your home and community to reduce negative impacts on the environment. One example is curbside recycling programs. Simple actions are being used to promote sustainability. We are putting a spotlight on several initiatives.The Chicago Southland Green Committee’s first Repair[Read More…]
Hundreds walk through Millennium Park on the Trick or Treat Trail
The astronaut came to the Trick or Treat Trail on Saturday. So did several princesses, along with cartoon and movie characters, including Bingo and Bluey, Pooh and his friends and the Little Mermaid. It wasn’t just a showing of kids. The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Halloween celebration included parents in costume,[Read More…]
Homewood resident sets up elaborate Halloween decorations on Ridge Road yard
Jimmy Marinez’s home leaves no doubt Halloween season is upon us. The Homewood resident has decorated his front yard at 1735 Ridge Road with dozens of life-sized horror movie figures, many of which he built for the Halloween season. His wife, Alisha Marinez, compared the decorated yard to a haunted[Read More…]
Homewood’s supercentenarian celebrates turning 111 with friends, family
As friends and family gathered at Balagio Restaurant in Homewood on Sept. 30, Mary Cantway was less impressed with her age than with the number of people who showed up to wish her a happy 111th birthday. “I am so fortunate to have so many friends,” she said. “I’ve got[Read More…]
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