January 6 was a day filled with memories as friends, supporters and past and current staff and board members of the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District gathered at the Dolphin Lake Clubhouse to mark the organization’s 50th anniversary. H-F Park District’s outstanding facilities, exceptional programs and terrific staff were all applauded throughout the[Read More…]
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Humane society to renovate, open adoption center in Homewood
The South Suburban Humane Society is renovating the building which once held the Homewood Animal Hospital at 2207 183rd Street. It will be used for a new adoption center, the society’s CEO Emily Klehm announced at Tuesday’s Homewood village board meeting.
‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at GSU Jan. 25 and 26
Southland Area Theatre Ensemble presents the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Governors State University on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 25 and 26. The Jan. 27 show is sold out. Starring in “Jesus Christ Superstar” are, from left, Nole Jones as Judas, Kelly Campos as Mary, Jacob Daniel Groth as Jesus and Malcom Jones as[Read More…]
Tennis mixer and pickleball set at H-F Racquet Club
Take a swing at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Racquet & Fitness Center when it hosts two special racquet programs. An adult tennis mixed-open doubles is set for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 11. All levels are welcome. There’s a $20 fee for members, or $25 for non-members.[Read More…]
H-F board applies for state grant to reduce taxes
The District 233 school board unanimously approved a grant application that could help reduce property taxes by more than $2 million. The board agreed at its December meeting to apply for the Property Tax Relief Grant. The Illinois State Board of Education will review applications this month to determine[Read More…]
Outstanding leaders help keep parks, facilities, events running
There are more than 600 employees working full- and part-time for the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District, under the supervision of a managerial staff. Here is an introduction to those leaders who guide the district.
Years of dreaming and planning brought Patriots Park to fruition
Pat Nevins recalls his years of serving the park district and the satisfaction of watching the district develop parks that are important to the community. His article is part of the Chronicle’s series celebrating the district’s 50th anniversary. It first appeared in the January 1 print edition.
Playtime fun through music brought joy to kids and adults
Music teacher Kristen Izenbart reminisces about the Music for Minors program offered through the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District. Her article is part of the Chronicle’s series celebrating the district’s 50th anniversary. It first appeared in the January 1 print edition.
Golfers get a very early start on 2019 season at Coyote Run
Once upon a time, golfers had to endure long golfless winters or travel to warmer climes to play. Not this year. Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Coyote Run Golf Course was open Saturday, Jan. 5, and golfers came out to enjoy rounds in sunshine and temperatures in the low 50s.
‘Keep It Green’ referendum led to new parks, Coyote Run course
“Keep It Green” was the slogan for a 1998 referendum that gave the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District enough money to develop an old lumberyard, a former military base and a dormant golf course into three spectacular facilities. For Missy Barrett of Flossmoor, they are just three of the outstanding sites in[Read More…]
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