News you can't get anywhere else
Sunday, Dec. 1 South Holland Master Chorale Concert. The South Holland Master Chorale will present “Joy and Fanfare” at 4 p.m. at St. John Neumann Church, 17951 Dixie Highway in Homewood. Monday, Dec. 2 Craft with Claire: DIY Holiday Cracker Party Favors. Make your festive table pop. Make these at[Read More…]
Flossmoor Veterans’ Memorial, Inc. (FVM) is targeting a record-breaking $7,500 Giving Tuesday fundraising goal with the theme of “Join Forces for Flossmoor” on Tuesday, Dec. 3. First created in 2012 in New York City as a local philanthropic effort, Giving Tuesday is now an independent, nonprofit global movement that inspires[Read More…]
Eight-year-old Oliver Calderon said to his friends: “Let’s put on a play!” And so, on Friday evening, Nov. 22, 18 kids under the age of 10 took to the stage of the Flossmoor Community House to the delight of their family and friends to present their version of “Wonka.” And[Read More…]
Today Holiday Gift Workshop. Homewood Public Library’s Makery, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host custom gift creation using the Glowforge, sewing machine, Cricut, 3D printer and more. Staff will provide step-by-step instructions to make a variety of projects. Appointments are recommended, but not required. Walk-ins are welcome during our open hours. Access to the[Read More…]
With the holiday shopping season upon us and bargain hunters doing their best to find deals online, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding taxpayers to remain vigilant against potential online threats. Without proper online safety, thieves can potentially steal personal information. Below are some safety tips to help[Read More…]
The Homewood Village Board approved the bid award from K Brothers Fence of Mokena for the removal and replacement of the sidewalk railing near the 183rd Street viaduct on Tuesday, Nov. 26. When presented to the board on Sept. 10, the bid was originally rejected because it exceeding the budget,[Read More…]
Note: As part of our coverage of Flossmoor’s centennial, the Chronicle has conducted interviews with several of the village’s long-time residents to add their stories to the village’s story. Richard Condon’s family moved to Flossmoor in 1932. In the mid-1930s, when he was still a youngster, the family moved to[Read More…]
Homewood is hosting a Black Friday blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 29 at the fire house, 17950 Dixie Highway. Donors must be at least 16 years old, be in good health and weigh at least 110 pounds. Bring your ID with you. It is recommended[Read More…]
On Nov. 26, Crews of volunteers loaded up full turkey dinners in vehicles driven by other volunteers taking the meals to families in the South Suburbs who might otherwise not have full bellies on the traditional feast day of Thanksgiving. The meal distribution was the 12th annual Thanksgiving project by[Read More…]
Volunteers at St. John Neumann Church, 17951 Dixie Highway in Homewood, will be conducting a food drive from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. This will be a “pop-the-trunk” drive that will not require any direct contact between volunteers and donors. Mary Ellen Brabec said the food drive[Read More…]
