Winners of the 2011 Park Forest Idols. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 24, 2011. Looking for a way to get out of the “winter doldrums”? Why not start planning a picnic at Somonauk, Central or Logan pavilions in Park Forest? Picnic permits for 2011 dates in the pavilions will be[Read More…]
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In and Around Park Forest Week of January 17, 2011
Park Forest Library Board members Peg Donohue and Sevena Merchant (left to right), Library Board President Penny Shnay, Alice Racher and Library Director Barbara Osuch at an event Sunday at the library dedicating a family technology room in Racher’s honor. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Errata: The Rec. & Parks Advisory Board[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 10, 2011
Strangely, there were no lines Saturday at the Aqua Center’s water slide. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 10, 2011. The Village of Park Forest’s 2011 Winter-Spring Recreation Programs & More brochure was recently mailed to all Park Forest homes. There is a listing of all upcoming programs taking place[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 3, 2011
A path in Winnebago Park last August. There’s green waiting for us out there somewhere. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 3, 2011. The weather outside may be frightful, but there are many delightful activities occurring indoors this week in Park Forest and the surrounding communities. Resolve that 2011 will[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 27, 2010
A snow-covered bridge to Park Forest’s Central Park. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 20, 2010. As another year draws to a close, many of us will make resolutions for the New Year. I think that Benjamin Franklin identified three of the best resolutions for all — Be always at[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 20, 2010
Dave Rudolf (center) as one of The Three Wise Guys entertain Friday at Freedom Hall. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 20, 2010. If you’ve been procrastinating about doing your holiday shopping, time is quickly running out. You can avoid the crowds at the malls, while finding some interesting and[Read More…]
Governors State University Begins Infant and Toddler Childcare
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Beginning on December 17, Governors State University’s Family Development Center (FDC) opened an Illinois State licensed childcare facility for infants, toddlers, and two year olds. The little ones are cared for in specially equipped classrooms of eight children, each staffed with two teachers. The infant and toddler[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 12, 2010
The Rev. Jesse Jackson joins with members of ALNAC to call for construction of the the Abraham Lincoln National Airport. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 12, 2010. Do you have a family recipe that you would like to share with others in Park Forest? On Wednesday, December 15, the[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 5, 2010
Children flock to Santa Claus at Friday’s Tree Lighting Ceremonies at Dining on the Green. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 5, 2010. If you are an individual who needs a space to work outside your home or dorm, come and check out the newest office space and business incubator[Read More…]
‘Chicago Heights’ at the Gene Siskel Film Center
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– After playing to acclaim at festivals around the world, “Chicago Heights,” an independent feature film, produced with only a $1,000 budget and a volunteer cast and crew, will screen at the Gene Siskel Film Center in Chicago from December 10 to 16. Governors State University associate professor[Read More…]
