| Public Meetings |
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Community Relations Commission: Monday, June 2 at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Board Room.
Economic Development Committee:
Tuesday, June 3 at 7:30 AM in the Village Hall Conference Room.
Rail Committee:
Wednesday, June 4 at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Conference Room.
Appearance Commission:
Wednesday, June 4 at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall Board Room.
Cable Commission:
Monday, June 9 at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Conference Room.
Village Board of Trustees/Regular Meeting:
Tuesday, June 10 at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall Board Room.
Plan Commission:
Wednesday, June 11 at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall Board Room.
Tree Committee:
Thursday, June 12 at 6:30 PM in the Village Hall Conference Room.
Zone Board:
Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall Board Room. |
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Vehicle Stickers, Parking Permits & Pet Tags |
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Late fees will be assessed beginning June 1. The 2008-2009 overnight parking permit must now be displayed. Only one parking permit application is required per household; all vehicle license plates must be listed on the application. Please make sure your pet has its current Village animal tag; a rabies certificate is required for animal tag applications. |
| Now Accepting Vendors & Rescue Groups |
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 Homewood's Dog Days of Summer is becoming the largest pet-friendly event in the south suburbs. To learn about becoming a sponsor, vendor, or participating rescue groups, view the Dog Days of Summer 60 second infomercial.
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| Summer Fun in Homewood Starts June 7 |
| 27th Annual Fine Art Fair: June 7 & 8 |
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On Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8, the Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 27th Annual Fine Art Fair at Irwin Park from 10 AM to 5 PM. The fair will feature a cultural arts tent, dance demonstrations, children's art activities (story hour at 11 AM), food vendors, painting, pottery, stained glass, jewelry and more...
A favored exhibition of the fair is the President's Art Contest held on Saturday only. The contest is sponsored by Village President Richard Hofeld in an effort to cultivate the appreciation of art throughout the community. Local amateur artisans compete in three age divisions and two different theme categories: "Here's Homewood' and "The Four Seasons of Izaak Walton." Judging this year's contest, a three local professional artists:
- Anna Carroll, a professional artist and resident of Homewood, attended the Art Institute of Chicago and studied under the tutelage of Mohamed Drisi. The highlight of Carroll's career was the presentation of her black granite etching of the Divine Mercy to Mother Teresa of Calcutta.
- Frank J. Casella is a professional publications and event photographer mentored by John H. White, Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist. Casella is a resident and member of the Homewood Rail Committee.
- Carol Boyajian is a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a Certified Illinois art teacher and fine artist. Boyajian's artwork is included in many corporate and private collections. She is also a resident of Homewood.
- Todd Panagopoulos is the associate director of photography for the Chicago Tribune. He attended Columbia College (Chicago) and has worked in photography for more than 30 years. Panagopoulos has traveled the world, shooting almost every major sporting event during his career. He is also the photographer of the Homewood Veterans Memorial Wall located at 2020 Chestnut Road; west entrance. The collection features more than two dozen photographs of Homewood veterans - past and present.
Don't miss the Rose Show on Sunday at noon. The Fine Art Fair is sponsored by the Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce and H-F Park District.
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| Farmers Market: June 7 |
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Downtown Homewood's Farmers Market opens Saturday, June 7 from 8 AM to 1 PM in the St. Joseph's parking lot located at 17951 Dixie Highway. The market features four exceptional full service farms, each offering fresh flowers, organic produce, and culinary herbs: Jeffrey Farms, Herr Farms, Hansel Farms, and Witvoet Farms. Market patrons will also have a wonderful selection from gourmet, organic, and specialty vendors: Vegan and organic baked goods, salsas, and sauces (Anne Smith); Homemade aprons, featuring vintage-inspire fabrics and designs (Dorcas Designs); Whole bean coffees (Espress Yourself); Gourmet baked goods (Fatty's); Fresh baked breads and rolls (Luciano's Labriolas Bread Co.); Soy candles and soaps (Laughing Dog Acres); Homemade jams, jellies, butters, and preserves (Paula Newton Jams); Plants and unique garden décor (The Tattered Gardner); Organic and specialty teas (Valerie's Hands), and Natural cleaning products for green living (Watkins Products).The market is sponsored by the Village of Homewood and the Homewood Rotary. For market information, please call 206-3375 or view Homewood's listing on Local Harvest. |
| Giant Sidewalk Sale & Flea Market: June 7 |
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On Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, downtown shops and boutiques will host a giant sidewalk sale, featuring summer specials and discounts.
The Village Door will host a HUGE FLEA MARKET on June 7 from 8 AM to 2 PM. The shop recently relocated to 2019 Ridge Road. The Village Door sells furniture, china, silver, crystal, collectibles, jewelry and antiques. Sales from The Village Door benefit the free programs of The Cancer Support Center in Homewood and Mokena. The Center provides these FREE services to anyone in the Chicago Southland affected by cancer: wellness and nutrition programs, counseling and support groups, relaxation, meditation and massage experiences, a full lending library and more! Learn more about the Village Door. |
| FREE Parking in Public Parking Lots |
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There are four public parking lots located throughout the downtown area and are available to shoppers, residents, and employees of the downtown. Theses lots provide three hour parking throughout the week for all customers/shoppers in the downtown and on weekends. An additional parking lot for patrons of the downtown is the Village Hall Parking Lot. The lot is available for use on weeknights from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM and provides unlimited, free parking on weekends (Saturday, Sunday, and holidays too). |
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Drivin' the Dixie 2008: June 21 |
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On Saturday, June 21, rev your engines for the seventh annual Drivin' the Dixie sponsored by Homewood's Heritage Committee. It is estimated that over 200 vehicles will tour the historic Dixie Highway, sampling cuisine, entertainment, and games at 11 different stops. Thousands will come out to view the vast array of antique cars and participate in the fun activities at each town along the historic highway. Homewood's stop on the tour will be action-packed with live entertainment, food, and family activities, including a car show and "People's Choice Award." Estimated time for arrival in Homewood is 10:30 AM; cars leave at 11:45 AM.
- Who Can Drive? You don't need a fancy car to drive. Family cars are welcome to join vintage cars on the tour. All tour participants must register.
- How Do I Register? Pre-registration is $10 per car. Registration day of event is $15 per car. Registration includes refreshments, windshield decal, historic brochures, key chain, lunch, free concert, and live entertainment. For registration information, call the A's R Us, Chicago Southland Chapter Model A Ford Club of America at (708) 596-6302.
Lineup begins in Blue Island at 2433 York Street from 8 - 9 AM; cars depart at 9:30 AM. The tour ends in Momence at Island Park on the Kankakee River with festivities and a concert at about 4 PM. Downstate cars also begin in Danville and drive north through Rossville, Hoopston, Milford and St. Anne to meet the northern drivers in Momence. Non-participants are invited to view the cars along the route or join the festivities in any town.
For general information, call ( 708) 798-9535. Passports with the day's schedule and registration are available in each participating town, Homewood Village Hall, Homewood Public Library, and at the official Drivin' the Dixie website: www.drivingthedixie.org. |
| Fire Department: Medal of Valor Recipients |
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Four of Homewood's firefighters were honored this month by the Office of the State Fire Marshal for their actions at a fire last year, which resulted in the rescue of a fellow Homewood fire fighter. FF/PMD John Elashik, P-T FF/EMT Matt Cervak and former P-T FF Mike Turner were awarded the Medal of Valor, and FF/PMD Matt Moran was awarded a Certificate of Recognition. The presentations were made in Springfield, at the 15th Annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Firefighter Medal of Honor Awards Ceremony. In April 2007, the department responded to a MABAS Box Alarm request by the Flossmoor fire Department, for a house fire on Dixie Highway. The Homewood engine company was assigned to interior fire attack, and Elashik, Cervak, Turner and Acting Shift Officer Tom Gaskin made entry into the structure, which was under construction, while Matt remained outside and operated the engine. During the course of firefighting operations inside the house, the company was advancing through heavy smoke along a second-floor balcony/walkway, when Tom fell from the walkway, onto the first floor, narrowly missing an opening in the floor. Elashik, Cervak and Turner immediately went to Gaskin's rescue and removed him from the building, with Moran assisting at the front door. Tom was transported to the hospital, where his injuries were treated, and he has subsequently returned to work. For their actions in rescuing Tom, these four were recognized by their Illinois fire service peers. Congratulations to John, Matt, Mike and Matt!
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| Crisis Planning for University |
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On Friday, May 16, Fire Department Lieutenant Jody Applegate attended a planning and strategy meeting at Governor's State University. In attendance were fire personnel & police officials from several south suburban agencies, emergency management officials and university staff members. School staff detailed procedures that would be implemented should an emergency event occur at the university. They also gave the guests a tour of the facility, and solicited input for strengthening emergency procedures in the event of a major incident. A large-scale incident at the university would involve fire and rescue services from throughout the south suburbs.
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| Village President Honors Police Officer |
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| Village President Richard Hofeld recognized Police Officer Paul Poninski for 25 years of service to the Village at the May 28 Village Board Meeting. Poninski is involved in many aspects of the department that include motorcycle officer, assistant rangemaster, AR-15 rifle instructor, acting watch commander, police safety committee member, and Citizen's Police Academy instructor. Poninski is a leader, respected and held in high esteem by his friends, professional peers and members of the community for conducting himself and representing the Village of Homewood with the utmost concern for fairness, service and professionalism. |
| Three New Reserve Officers |
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| Three new reserve officers were sworn in by Village Clerk Gayle Campbell at the May 28 Village Board Meeting. Adrian Van Brussel who recently retired from the Cook County Sheriffs Police Department after 30 years of service and has prior police service was with the villages of Flossmoor and East Hazel Crest. James Kearney who is currently a police officer with the Norfolk Southern Railroad. Michael Pena has prior police service from Glendale (AZ), Chicago Heights and South Chicago Heights police departments. |
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