Illinois enters Phase 4, and it might take some time to get to the next phase. H-F Park District reopens playgrounds. Closest state testing site moves to South Holland. COVID-19 numbers remain good. Case numbers in other states are on the rise again. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free[Read More…]
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New protocols in place when H-F Racquet Club reopens Monday
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Racquet & Fitness Center will reopen to members Monday, June 29, with COVID-19 restrictions in place. Under Restore Illinois Phase 4 guidelines, health clubs are allowed to offer services again with a 10-foot distance between participants during workouts. The racquet club will be open to a[Read More…]
H-F Park District awards contract on work at Homewood Estates Park
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District board approved a $47,200 contract for work on plans for a revamp of Homewood Estates Park. At its March 17 meeting, commissioners agreed to hire Upland Design Ltd. to design and oversee work at the park at 18200 California Ave. in Homewood. The firm has been[Read More…]
Preschoolers tumbling class starts March 12
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District is offering a new tumbling program for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds this spring. Preschool Tumblebears will help young children develop overall fitness and motor skills through challenging activities on gymnastics equipment. Instructors will follow a weekly curriculum to ensure each child is learning at his or[Read More…]
Park district hopes for $2.5 million grant for ice arena improvements
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District has submitted an application for a $2.5 million grant to underwrite major improvements to the H-F Ice Arena, 777 Kedzie Ave., in hopes it can also improve the lighting, update the HVAC system and make other changes. Debbie Kopas, executive director, told park commissioners at the regular[Read More…]
Repair work set for Irons Oaks, Irwin Center
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District board approved contracts for repairs to the bandshell roof at the Marie Irwin Center, and a new parking lot at Irons Oaks Center. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free 3-day trial Already a subscriber? Log in here.
Park district gets funding for Homewood Estates Park
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District has been awarded a $292,700 grant for work at Homewood Estates Park. Debbie Kopas, parks executive director, made the announcement at the board of commissioners Jan. 21 meeting. This is a 50/50 match grant, so the park district’s share will be included in the next budget[Read More…]
December temperatures help Coyote Run break 2018 rounds number
Coyote Run Golf Course totals surpassed the previous year’s number of rounds played at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s course in Flossmoor. The mild temperatures in December helped bring in a total of 29,430 rounds of golf for the 2019 season. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free[Read More…]
Park board hears concerns about manager changes
Members of the Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet Club brought concerns to park commissioners Tuesday about a change of job status for Umang Chadda, the club’s tennis pro and now former racquet sports manager. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free 3-day trial Already a subscriber? Log in here.
Parks staff helps take care of flooding issues
Homewood-Flossmoor Park District employees hope they never have to deal again with flooding the likes of what hit the area on Friday, Sept. 27. At the Oct. 1 park board meeting, commissioners heard of damage reports and special efforts by staff. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue[Read More…]
