Governors State University will offer area runners a chance to achieve a personal best or just enjoy the beautiful fall scenery on campus during the annual Jaguar 5K. This year, organizers have added a one-mile walk, age bracket awards and ceremony, and a free kids dash provided by Lupus Society of[Read More…]
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Cook County launches $15 million Homeowner Relief Fund to address rising property taxes
Homeowners have until Friday, Oct. 10, to apply for the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund, a $15 million program that will assist homeowners who have experienced a substantial increase in property taxes in recent years. Selected recipients will receive $1,000 in one-time assistance. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 10.[Read More…]
UChicago Medicine Ingalls locations offering free mental health screenings in October for National Depression and Health Screening Month
During National Depression and Health Screening Month in October, University of Chicago Medicine Ingalls locations will offer free screenings for symptoms of depression and anxiety for people 12 years and older. Screenings are taking place on the following dates and times, and no appointment is necessary: At the screenings, individuals[Read More…]
Workshop series at GSU to help listeners enjoy orchestral music
Orchestral music and all its inspirations will be discussed in a new Knowledge Exchange program at Governors State University. Sessions meet Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon through Nov. 7. Discussions and presentations are led by Dr. Charles Amenta, a member of the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra’s board of directors, and[Read More…]
Comedy set in the White House opens Drama Group’s 95th season
“POTUS: Or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive,” a comedy set in the White House, will be performed at The Drama Group over two October weekends. Sometimes the President of the United States (POTUS) says some crazy things and his staff works diligently to[Read More…]
Miller convenes hearing on maternal morbidity, mortality rates in Cook County
On Sept. 16, Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller convened a third hearing of the Cook County Board’s Health and Hospitals Committee to hear from stakeholders about ways Illinois can better protect women during and after pregnancy and childbirth. Miller represents Cook County’s 6th District, which includes Homewood. In June 2023,[Read More…]
IPO’s artist-in-residence to give seminars on music for PSC students
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra’s Marilynn Tannebaum Youth Music Education Institute will host world-renowned harpist Lisa Tannebaum as she returns for her fall 2025 residency. Tannebaum has been an IPO artist-in-residence since 2022. She visits twice annually for a weeklong educational residency in partnership with Prairie State College and will again with[Read More…]
Hidden Treasures: Flossmoor Art Council offers event for appraisals of heirlooms, other finds
Curious about the value of a painting inherited from your grandparents, a piece picked up at a garage sale, or an old decorative object tucked away in your attic? On Saturday, Oct. 4, the Flossmoor Art Council invites residents and collectors to Hidden Treasures, a special appraisal event from 11[Read More…]
Artist Art Jackson’s paintings on exhibit at Wind Creek Chicago Southland
Paintings by Art Jackson make up the second installation of The Prairie State College (PSC) Art Showcase at Wind Creek Chicago Southland opening Oct. 1. Jackson is an artist and former PSC Director of Public Safety. The ongoing series highlights the talent of PSC students, alums, and residents of Community[Read More…]
Walk of Hope fundraiser is Oct. 12
Walkers can register for the annual Cancer Support Center’s Walk of Hope fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 12. The Pink-A-Boo Walk celebration will be in a beautiful fall setting in Irwin Park, Highland Avenue and Ridge Road in Homewood. Supporters can choose two routes – 1 mile or 5K. Both routes[Read More…]
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