Homewood PTA will benefit from a double “cook’s night out” special on Monday, Sept. 18. Aurelio’s Pizza and Potbelly Sandwich Shop will each donate a percentage of sales to Homewood PTA. The special at Aurelio’s, 18162 Harwood Ave., will run from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. for dine-in or take-out[Read More…]
Local News
Domestic Violence Awareness Month marked by vigil Oct. 2 at Irwin Park
The community is invited to the South Suburban Family Shelter (SSFS) 12th annual candelight vigil at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at Irwin Park, Ridge Road at Highland Avenue in Homewood. The vigil will feature music by members of Bel Canto Children’s Choir and a presentation by Cook County State’s[Read More…]
Fine-tuning bus service in District 161 reduces complaints this year
A representative of the school bus company serving Flossmoor School District 161 was on hand at Monday’s Board of Education meeting to respond to parents’ complaints even though school district and bus company officials acknowledged that things are running smoothly as the school year entered its third week. After[Read More…]
Homewood opts for less computer technology on new fire engine
The Homewood Fire Department’s new engine will still be red. That’s what Fire Chief Bob Grabowski assured residents after he spoke to the village board before the purchase was approved by trustees at their meeting on Sept. 12.
HFPA saving Dunkin’ Donuts receipts for scholarship benefit
Three local Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants are helping the Homewood-Flossmoor High School Parents Association raise money for its annual scholarship fund. Dunkin’ Donuts at 17579 Halsted St. and 2353 W. 183rd St. in Homewood or 431 W. 14th St. in Chicago Heights, will donate 5 percent of the total purchase to[Read More…]
The Drama Group presents ‘Wait Until Dark’
The Drama Group is presenting “Wait Until Dark,” a thriller that is filled with suspense as two con men find themselves up against a blind woman. The show, featuring Geoffrey Purvis of Homewood, will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 22 and 23 and again Sept. 29[Read More…]
JB Pritzker ‘meet and greet’ Monday in Homewood
Gubernatorial candidate JB Pritzker will be meeting residents at a meet and greet event at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 25, at Grape & Grain, 18031 Dixie Highway in Homewood.
Homewood’s 23 Miles South sets auditions for holiday play
Homewood’s new theater company, 23 Miles South, is hosting auditions from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 25 and 26, at St. Paul Community Church for its holiday production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Roles are available for six women, four men and several children, as[Read More…]
DeLorean is on hand for dedication of new Flossmoor downtown clocks
Believe it or not, Flossmoor’s downtown clocks had their own “Back to the Future” moment more than 35 years ago. Mayor Paul Braun said the timepieces in Flossmoor’s clock tower were rendered inoperable during a 1981 thunderstorm.
Homewood Fall Fest and Chili Cook-Off to feature ‘Pets on Parade’ benefit auction
Fall is chili time, and that means it’s time to taste the best chili area chefs can concoct. Homewood 16th annual Homewood Fall Fest will take place on Martin Avenue in downtown Homewood from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16.