Fragments of Flossmoor Discussion x 2. Author and Flossmoor Veterans’ Memorial Secretary-Treasurer Kris Condon will be available to discuss her book, “Fragments of Flossmoor: A Series of Essays on the Interesting, Curious and Unique in Our Village,” at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave.[Read More…]
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Homewood resident Cage, Marist win 4A volleyball state title
Marist knew they could do it, even if few outsiders did. The RedHawks were supposed to lose during several legs of the Class 4A postseason bracket but never did. They defied the doubters, all the way up to and including a 2-1 win over Benet Academy Nov. 16 at CEFCU[Read More…]
Cat Habitat Inc. fundraiser on Saturday was a success
Many came out Saturday afternoon to support Cat Habitat Inc. and their ongoing mission to save cats. The fundraiser took place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Abundant Grace Church in Homewood. Attendees enjoyed a painting lesson by Chris Hnatusko-Janich, where they painted cardinals with a scenic winter background for[Read More…]
The Weeks | Nov. 17: Community Thanksgiving, Nutcracker @ GSU, yard cards, special Homewood Stories (corrected)
Correction: The date of the “Fragments of Flossmoor” discussion at Flossmoor library is Tuesday. THE WEEK > Your government Flossmoor School District 161 Board of Education Learning and Instruction Committee will meet at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, in Normandy Villa, 41 E. Elmwood Drive, Chicago Heights. The agenda is available here.[Read More…]
Chronicle partner: Ravisloe Country Club
In the past 10 years, Ravisloe Country Club has undergone a series of impressive transformations and advancements. Our golf operations have flourished, drawing in more customers and enhancing the overall experience with improved facilities and programs. Similarly, our banquet operations have expanded significantly, hosting over 50 weddings per year along[Read More…]
Chronicle partner: Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery
The business of Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery has evolved over the past decade from starting out over 28 years ago as one of the first brewpubs in the Chicagoland area, and being selected as “The Best Small Brewpub in America” at the prestigious Great American Beer Festival held in[Read More…]
Celebrate the Season launches holiday shopping, festivities in Flossmoor
The holiday season kicks off in the Village of Flossmoor on Saturday, Nov. 30, with Small Business Saturday, an annual nationwide effort to promote shopping local. Businesses throughout the village’s shopping districts will be open, and the day will include the Celebrate the Season festival in downtown Flossmoor. Shoppers can[Read More…]
Homewood resident makes her artistic debut after 50-year delay
On Nov. 9, a lifelong dream became a reality for a longtime Homewood resident when her artistic creations were showcased in a one-woman exhibition at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce headquarters in East Hazel Crest. The event had been a lifetime in the making for Josie Rodriguez, who began[Read More…]
Homewood approves purchase of a network firewall upgrade
The Homewood Village Board approved a contract with Urban Communications to update its 14-year-old network firewall that will improve the communications systems at village hall, the fire and police departments, public works, the Brian Carey Training Center, and lawn and maintenance crews. The contract for $50,534 also includes three years[Read More…]
Veterans honored by students, staff at James Hart School
The program for the annual Veterans Day event at James Hart School on Monday, Nov. 11, continued the tradition of giving students a chance to thank and honor veterans for their service. District 153 Superintendent Scott McAlister served as host for the event. He reminded the gathered veterans why the[Read More…]
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