The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District will have a variety of residents’ comments to sift through as it works on its next strategic plan. The plan was last updated 10 years ago. About 50 people gathered at The Clubhouse Wednesday, Oct. 16, to offer their opinions and to learn what the park[Read More…]
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The Weeks | Oct. 20: Flossmoor downtown revamp, Homewood Brewing, The Living Room, Homewood candle shops
THE WEEK > Your government Flossmoor Board of Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, in village hall, 2800 Flossmoor Road. The agenda is available here. Watch the livestream of the meeting here. Meeting ID Passcode . Highlights: Homewood Board of Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, in[Read More…]
Long-awaited Homewood Brewing opens with music, art, beer and a pledge to serve the community
There has been a sign on the door of Homewood Brewing for months that said, “Nope. We’re not open yet. Good things take time,” an indication of the community’s anticipation of the event. On Friday, Oct. 18, the “nope” turned to “yep” as the ceremonial ribbon cutting was held and the doors[Read More…]
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields hosting PJs, Popcorn and Girl Talk event with focus on women’s health
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is hosting a free women’s pajama party aimed at sharing information about women’s cancer and heart health. PJs, Popcorn and Girl Talk is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, at Emagine movie theater, 19965 LaGrange Road in Frankfort. Attendees are encouraged to[Read More…]
10.20.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
Walk Walton. The annual Homewood Science Center fest and fundraiser will be at Izaak Walton Preserve, 1100 Ridge Road, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $5 for adults, $10 for kids and free for seniors. Click here to register. Activities will include: Deadline for Haunted Homewood Halloween House Decorating Contest. Registration for[Read More…]
Blue Pearl Candle celebrates its grand opening in downtown Homewood
Blue Pearl Candle, a candle shop and candle bar in downtown Homewood, officially celebrated its grand opening with the village of Homewood on Friday, Oct. 17. Blue Pearl owner Kim Rowe said she was “beyond happy” because moving her business to the downtown area has long been a goal of[Read More…]
Police identify Riverdale teen as alleged robber
The Flossmoor Police Department on Saturday released the name of a Riverdale teen who has been charged with armed robbery after allegedly stealing personal items and a vehicle from a woman Thursday afternoon, Oct. 17. Jhamier L. Weatherspoon, 18, of Riverdale was charged by the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office[Read More…]
Homewood trustees approve plans for Apparel Redefined development on 175th Street
The Homewood Board of Trustees approved a planned development that will allow Apparel Redefined to move its headquarters to the village and build a production plant for its custom clothing business on 175th Street. The company’s facility will be on 6.38-acre site at 1313-1351 W. 175th St. The land is[Read More…]
Confident H-F volleyball aiming for SWSC title
The Homewood-Flossmoor girls volleyball team is playing with confidence this season. Some of it comes from a overall 25-6 record and a SouthWest Suburban Conference tally of 7 – 0. Some comes from winning eight straight and 16 of the last 17. Some comes from being an experienced team full[Read More…]
10.19.2024 | What You Need To Know Today
Fall Tree Planting in Flossmoor. Volunteers are invited to help with the village’s annual fall tree planting project from 8 to 11 a.m. Meet up at Flossmoor Village Hall, 2800 Flossmoor Road. Volunteers should bring a shovel, work gloves, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Anyone under age 16 must[Read More…]
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