Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— The Village of Park Forest announced the demolition of the long-vacant Blackhawk Tower Plaza located at the intersection of Blackhawk Drive and Indianwood Boulevard. Once home to businesses including Jewel Grocery (known in the community as “Little Jewel”), Newman’s Pharmacy, Froggie’s Ice Cream, Faso’s Pizza, the Park[Read More…]
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Park Forest Housing Cooperative to Honor Former Residents Philip Klutznick and Jim Edgar
Jim Edgar and Philip Klutznik once were residents of what today is the Birch Street Townhomes Housing Cooperative.
Wilmington Man’s Photo of Rare Snowy Egret Wins Forest Preserve Photo Contest
A rare sighting of a state-endangered snowy egret earned Wilmington resident Tyler Paul top honors in the FPD the photo contest for May.
Mobile Museums of Tolerance Visits Park Forest
The Mobile Museums of Tolerance is visiting Park Forest this week and will be located in the parking lot of the Park Forest Public Library.
Plum Creek Art Exhibit Offers Whimsical Look at America’s State Birds
The Plum Creek Nature Center will host an art display of a whimsical look at America’s state birds will run from June 3 through Sept. 6.
Kickoff of 2026 Main Street Nights on June 10
A sure sign of summer in Park Forest is the kickoff of the village’s Main Street Nights music series, this year beginning June 10.
Celebrating Juneteenth and More at The Park Forest Public Library
The Park Forest Public Library has special events planned in June to help celebrate both Juneteenth, Father’s Day, and more.
Aqua Center Renovations on Track for 2027 Opening
Renovations for Park Forest’s Aqua Center, our one-of-a-kind oasis and singular swimming spot, are on track for a 2027 opening.
May Activities at the Park Forest Public Library
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Patrons of the Park Forest Public Library can learn about native plants, become knowledgeable about financial scams targeting seniors, and participate in kids’ craft activities in May. The month closes with a kick-off to the 2026 Summer Reading Program. Crafts for Kids There are two craft events[Read More…]
Hydrant Flushing Underway in Park Forest Through May
The Village of Park Forest has begun its annual hydrant flushing program that will continue through the first week of May.
