Homewood’s oldest resident died on Monday, June 1. Supercentenarian Mary Cantway, at 111, was the fourth oldest resident in the state at the time of her death. At her 111th birthday, held by friends at Balagio Ristorante in Homewood, Cantway demurred when asked about the reason for her longevity. But[Read More…]
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Homewood Historical Society elects new officers and directors
The roster for the Homewood Historical Society (HHS) for 2026-27 was officially set at the organization’s recent annual meeting. Three officers are continuing in their offices—Bob Anderson, president; Koni Shaughnessy, secretary; and Mark Leschuck, treasurer. New to the leadership team is long-time director Megan Tipton who will serve as vice[Read More…]
Flossmoor honors Dick Condon ahead of 95th birthday
The Village of Flossmoor at its June 1 meeting honored longtime resident, historian and veteran Richard “Dick” Condon proclaiming June 3 as “Richard W. Condon Day” in recognition of his 95th birthday and decades of service to the community. According to the proclamation, Condon’s ties to Flossmoor date back to[Read More…]
Homewood Farmers Market kicks off May 30 with more vendors
One of Homewood’s most cherished traditions, the Outdoor Farmers Market, is returning Saturday, May 30, with more flavor, more variety and more space to explore. The market will be held every Saturday through Oct. 10 (except July 4) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Martin Square in downtown Homewood. [Read More…]
Homewood Historical Society program to feature Route 66, ‘The Mother Road’
Will County author John Weiss will recall the history of “The Mother Road” including the northernmost segment from Chicago to St. Louis at the Homewood Historical Society meeting on April 8. Following a brief business meeting at 6 p.m., Weiss will present at 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room of[Read More…]
Elaine Egdorf: The ‘grande dame’ of Homewood’s history
Growing up in the 1930s and ‘40s in Harvey, Illinois, Elaine Wolf Egdorf didn’t love history. There was no History Channel — and, as she readily admits, she wasn’t much interested in the past. But over time, one project after another, her devotion to service, community, and family led her[Read More…]
Homewood Historical Society to feature presentation on the history of brick architecture in Chicago
Will Quam will bring his entertaining presentation about the rich variety and history of bricks dating to the Great Chicago Fire to the Homewood Historical Society meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11. It’s evident that not all bricks are alike. Just how much they differ may not be so obvious. The interesting role[Read More…]
01.14.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Read, Play, & Grow!: A Storytime for Babies and Toddlers. Meet in the Helen Wilson Meeting Room at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., from 10:30 to 11 a.m. for fun activities that help develop early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Register here. Miss Angela’s Book Club (3rd-5th Grade). Meet from 6[Read More…]
Homewood Historical Society to host ‘Nostalgic Roseland’ presentation Nov. 12
Dan Bovino, Roseland native and historian, will share his treasure trove of photos and memories of Chicago’s neighborhood during the Homewood Historical Society’s monthly meeting at Homewood Public Library on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The presentation will begin after the organization’s brief 6 p.m. business meeting. If your family wasn’t from[Read More…]
10.08.2025 | What You Need To Know Today
Manga Club for Teens. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host a meeting from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the FORT for teens who love manga. James Madison at HPL. Terry Lynch will portray founding father James Madison at the Homewood Historical Society meeting. Business meeting will start at 6 p.m.[Read More…]
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