CUSTODIAN CARE – To show appreciation for custodians in school districts 153, 161 and 233, the nonprofit organization You Matter 2 is collecting donations to create 66 care packages. See their Facebook page for details. THE BRUSH BUNCH – Homewood Disposal will begin collecting yard waste on April 1. Yard[Read More…]

D233 CANDIDATE FORUM – Listen to live interviews with the seven candidates running for District 233 school board during a radio special on WHFH 88.5FM, the student-run radio station at H-F High School. Available to stream at VikingTelevision.com. 7 p.m. today, replayed 7 p.m. April 5 MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM –[Read More…]

STUFFY SLEEPOVER – There’s still time to sign up for the Stuffed Animal Campout. Drop off your favorite stuffed animal at Irons Oaks by 2 p.m. Friday and then watch social media to see it hiking, cooking over the fire, and sleeping in a tent. Pick it up the next[Read More…]

SOCIAL SECURITY 101 – Learn about your benefits with this overview of Social Security including eligibility, resources, spousal benefits and scams. Register with Homewood Library. 4 p.m. Thursday on Zoom FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT – With this twist on a traditional hunt, enjoy making a craft and then search for treat-filled[Read More…]

FACE OF FLOSSMOOR – The village seeks “happy” Flossmoor residents and families to act as models for materials in a marketing campaign. Email [email protected]. GET INVOLVED – Residents with interest and relevant experience can consider joining one of Homewood’s commissions or committees. They include Appearance, Beautification, Civil Service, Community Relations, Economic[Read More…]

THE S-WORD. Yes, snow is in the forecast for Monday, about 1 to 2 inches. And rain. And sleet. And freezing rain. We trust this is the last brief spasm of winter and it will have the good taste to leave quickly and quietly soon after. DISTRICT 233 BOARD MEETING[Read More…]

CANDIDATE FORUM – At 2 p.m. Saturday, H-F League of Women Voters hosts a virtual candidate forum for the April 6 H-F District 233 school board election. Submit questions in advance at [email protected]. Watch the forum at the league’s local website page. HOW PARKER DOES IT – Go to Flossmoor[Read More…]

BE A FIREFIGHTER – The Village of Homewood is seeking people to apply to become firefighter/paramedics. The village will cover the cost of training for Homewood residents who qualify. EASTER CRAFTS – Make bunny garland and string eggs crafts at Irwin Community Center at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 18, in[Read More…]

ZONING DECISION – Tonight Homewood Village Board members vote whether to approve rezoning requests for the former Calumet Country Club site. Access the 7 p.m. meeting via phone or Zoom: (312) 626-6799, ID 961 6038 1330, password: 292 310. POP(ULAR) ART PROGRAM – Tiny Picassos returns to Homewood Library this[Read More…]

MEETING THIS MORNING – Log into the Homewood Planning & Zoning Committee meeting at 10:30 a.m. about redeveloping the former site of Calumet Country Club. Access the Zoom meeting by phone or online: (312) 626-6799; meeting ID 991 8481 1606; passcode 573 812. SOCIAL SECURITY – Learn the basics in[Read More…]