With remote learning dominating the 2020-2021 school year for Flossmoor School District 161, Parker Junior High School decided to shine the spotlight on its theater program virtually at the end of the semester. During the Jan. 4 regular board meeting, board members and administrators applauded the students and teachers for[Read More…]
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Pink ribbon masks help HPD raise more than $9,000 for Cancer Support Center
Where everyone else saw an obstacle, Homewood police officer E.J. Dorsey saw an opportunity. His ingenuity and determination helped raise more than $9,000 for a local nonprofit organization.
24-hour charity bike ride driven by Homewood brothers
The Feehery brothers, who grew up in Homewood, race bikes competitively, so they felt really bummed when the 2020 cycling season screeched to a halt in the face of the COVID pandemic. They pivoted to a new project, Brothers Ride 24, a daylong bike ride to raise money for charity.
Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk to appear at Cancer Support Center’s annual Golf Outing
The Cancer Support Center will host its 29th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, Sept. 14, at Idlewild Country Club, 19201 Dixie Highway. The event will feature former White Sox catcher and Baseball Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk. The event will include 18 holes of golf, an after party barbecue, silent[Read More…]
Cancer Support Center’s ‘RISE UP’ telethon is Sunday
The traditional fundraiser is taking a new approach from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 17, when the Cancer Support Center hosts “RISE UP,” a virtual telethon. Funds will help support the free programs and services offered to anyone battling cancer in the South Suburbs. Tune in to this event[Read More…]
Foundation 153 sets Feb. 29 for gala for Homewood schools
The Foundation 153 “Leap for Homewood Schools!” winter gala is set for 6 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29 at Idlewild Country Club. The fundraiser will benefit students and programs in Homewood’s Willow, Churchill and Hart Schools, and provide grants to teachers for new and existing programs. “The gala[Read More…]
Local entertainers sharing talent Nov. 22 to raise funds for PADS
Local band TiMELeSS performs during the 2018 FCC ShowOff talent show. Organizers are seeking performers for the third annual event on Nov. 22. (Chronicle file photo) Local talent will shine Nov. 22 at the third annual Flossmoor Community Church ShowOff talent show. The program, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the[Read More…]
Activities for all on tap at 4th annual Walk Walton Oct. 20
Take a walk in the woods, get a dose of science and enjoy food and beverages at the Homewood Science Center’s fourth annual Walk Walton event Sunday, Oct. 20. From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. the Izaak Walton Preserve at 1100 Ridge Road in Homewood will be welcoming all to learn about[Read More…]
You Matter 2 volunteers raise funds for school supplies giveaway
Try being a carpenter without a hammer.Try being a plumber without a wrench.It doesn’t work well. Try being a student without a backpack, pens, pencils, erasers, folders, binders, glue sticks, scissors, pencil cases, markers, crayons, notebooks, index cards and highlighters.You Matter 2 aims to see that area students are well-equipped[Read More…]
Teens getting ready for week-long mission in Tennessee
The teenagers at Faith Lutheran Church gave it their all at a car wash-fundraiser Sunday, July 14, as they worked for funds to support their weeklong mission. On Saturday, July 20, six of the teens and two adults will load up a 15-passenger van with their gear and crates[Read More…]
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