For the coming year, Churchill School students will have three new specials added to the curriculum, but in shorter segments than the regular nine-week specials. District 153 has arranged its schedule to offer students in grades 1 through 8 the chance to learn new skills and broaden their knowledge through a[Read More…]
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Respond Now marks 50 years of community support
Five decades after its establishment, Respond Now is still providing a way for south suburban neighbors to help each other, an achievement that will be celebrated at Flossmoor Station on Sept. 19 with a fundraiser where community members can raise a glass and share their support.
More people set to be helped by Homewood Chevy Cares
Chevrolet of Homewood, 18033 S. Halsted St., is expanding its philanthropic efforts. The Chevrolet dealership, serving the South Suburbs since 2009, is showing its outreach to individuals in need and supporting service organizations across Homewood and other communities.
Tennis Fest set for June 28, 29, 30
Whether you’re a beginner or a tennis pro, Tennis Fest 2019 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 28, 29 and 30, at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Racquet and Fitness Club, will have something for all players.
Musicians at the market play through rain
The McDowell Brothers play on at the Homewood Farmers Market in spite of a steady rain falling on Saturday, June 15. The market was not as busy as usual, probably because of the weather, but vendors and patrons were there, carrying on with the summer ritual.
Humane society plans June 22 grand opening for new adoption center
The South Suburban Humane Society will celebrate the opening of its new adoption center at 2207 183rd St. in Homewood on Saturday, June 22. The ribbon cutting ceremony is set for Friday and will be followed by a grand opening open house Saturday from noon until 5 p.m. The organization[Read More…]
Theatre at the Center announces cast for ‘Over the Tavern’
The Theatre at the Center in Munster is preparing for its summer production of “Over the Tavern,” a hilarious look at family life in the 1950s. In Tom Dudzick’s semi-autobiographical play, audiences meet Rudy Pazinski, a precocious 12-year old student who feels God put us on earth to have fun.
Letter: League of Women Voters lauds progress for women in government
In 2019, we have 65 women in the Illinois General Assembly, 110 women in the U.S. Congress and 74 women in statewide elective executive posts. From the Homewood Flossmoor Area, we have seven women serving as trustees on city councils. We have eight women serving as library board members.[Read More…]
Night hike on Freedom Trail set for June 21
A night hike version of a walk on the Freedom Trail in South Cook County is planned from 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21. Larry McClellan, a retired Governors State University professor and authority on the Underground Railroad in Northern Illinois, will be joined by Tom Shepherd of the Little[Read More…]
Mobile units give Churchill School breathing room during building updates
District 153 took the first step toward building improvements at the Monday, June 10, school board meeting by agreeing to acquire four mobile units to give Churchill School some extra breathing room.
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