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We're on Facebook!
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Residents can now join the Village of Homewood on Facebook. Become a Fan by joining this growing online community. The Village's Profile will keep fans up-to-date and provide networking opportunities. | |
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Village Hall Closed for Holiday
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The Village Hall and Municipal
Service Center will be closed Monday, May 31, in observance of the Memorial Day
holiday. The offices will reopen on
Tuesday, June 1 at 8:00 AM. On this
holiday, customary police and fire emergency services will be available, and emergency
water and sewer service is available by calling (708) 206-3420. Residential garbage collection for Wednesday
will occur on Thursday.
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Memorial Day Parade | Monday, May 31
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sponsored by the Wally Burns Memorial Post 8077 VFWMonday, May 31 | step off at 10:30 AMThe parade route starts in the parking lot of St. Joseph's Church and travels south down Dixie Highway to Olive Road, west to Veterans Memorial Park on Harwood Avenue. |
Late Fee for Vehicle Stickers
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Vehicle stickers should now be displayed on all
vehicles. A late fee of $25.00 will be assessed for stickers purchased on
June 1 or later. Exceptions are new residents of 30 days or less, or
vehicles purchased within the last 60 days. Proof of date is required. If
you have questions, please contact the Finance Department at (708)
798-3000.
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| 2010 Hall of Fame Nomination Forms Online | |
The Homewood Heritage Committee is pleased to announce that the 2010 Hall of Fame Nomination Form is now available online.
Residents are encouraged to nominate someone who has made a significant and beneficial contribution to the life and well being of the Village of Homewood over a span of time. Nominees may be individuals, married couples, or a family. Homewood is privileged to have many individuals who have given generously of their time and talent to maintain and strengthen the sense of community that is vital to developing Homewood as a prosperous community.
Nominations must be received by Friday, May 28, 2010. |
29th Annual HACC Fine Art Fair
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Saturday, June 5 - Sunday, June 6 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sterling
Avenue and Flossmoor Road (Downtown Flossmoor)
Homewood Area Chamber of Commerce (708) 206-3384
Join the Homewo od Area Chamber of Commerce for their 29th
Annual Fine Art Fair in Downtown Flossmoor.
Some of the finest artists from around the Midwest
will be displaying a wide array of fine art.
There will be watercolors, ceramics, jewelry, hand-crafted furniture, photography and much more. Enjoy delicious food, wine tasting and delightful music.The Homewood-Flossmoor
Park District's theatre group "The Stage" will be performing a Motown Review
for the audience followed by the Fret Brothers.
Come out for this wonderful community event.
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Third Thursdays Cruise Nights
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- June 17, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- July 15, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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August 19, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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September 16, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
 On June 17 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Thunder Roads
Productions and the downtown Homewood merchants and restaurants will host one of four scheduled cruise nights. Classic and vintage car drivers will arrive for dinner,
shopping, and a car show with prizes. The cars will line Ridge Road, west to Harwood Avenue, and south along
Martin Avenue. Residents are encouraged to come out for late night shopping and dining as merchants will host sidewalk sales, menu specials, and will be open late! If you are a car buff and want to join the cruise, contact Event Managers Hank and Barb Vlielstra
for details: (708) 474-1377. |
Downtown Homewood Art & Garden Street Fair
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 co-sponsors: AAA Rental, Art 4 Soul, Bella
Vita, Clever Betsy, Downtown
Homewood Business Association, Grady's Grill, Homewood Florist, Illinois
Philharmonic Orchestra, Karen O'Donnell, DDS, Nathalie's Interiors,
Ravisloe
Country Club, Star Events, LLC, Super Loot, & Village of Homewood
Saturday, June 19 and Sunday, June 20 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Downtown Homewood on historic Martin Avenue at Ridge Road
(708) 206-3375 | homesweethomewood.com | dhba.biz
This highlighted two-day event in the Midwest Art
Fair Journal will feature:
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hundreds
of original works and unique finds by artisans and vendors
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performances by the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra and other performance art
groups
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children's
crafts: mosaics, ceramic painting, beading, & painting
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plant-your-own
garden projects
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onsite
antique & collectible appraisals
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professional
family photographs
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tastings:
Scotch, Bourbon, wine, & handcrafted
brew
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special
interest exhibits on Sunday for dads: classic cars, cigars, golf, & outdoor
grilling
Activities for the whole family and all interests include children's crafts, garden projects, onsite appraisals, family photographs, woodworking workshop, and special offerings for dad's on Father's Day.
The event will be held in conjunction with opening day of the Farmers' Market (St. Joseph's Parking Lot), the President's Art Contest, the annual antique car rally, Drivin' the Dixie, and even a bike tour - Homewood Green Streets Open House Tour - hosted by the Active Transportation Alliance and area real estate professionals - a great town to bike in is a great town to buy in!
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Entry Forms Available for Annual Amateur Art Contest
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The Annual President's Art Contest Entry Form is now available. The annual contest draws artists from all art medias, ages, and skill level. All entries must depict life in Homewood, past or present; whether a snapshot of wildlife at Izaak Walton Preserve, a sketch of downtown's diverse architecture, or a painting of one of Homewood's many events and celebrations, all art forms are accepted and will be judged at the Art and Garden Street Fair on Saturday, June 19. Entry forms must be received by June 4. If you have questions, please contact Assistant Event Coordinator Chris Beele, or call (708) 206-3393.
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| Drivin' the Dixie 2010 |
hosted by the Homewood Heritage Committee
Saturday, June 19 | cars pull into Homewood at 10:00 AM
Hickory Road, special parking and viewing
The Dixie Highway is a historic route in the United States, and in Illinois several groups come together every year to "Cruise" the Dixie from Blue Island to Momence. The event started in Homewood with the Homewood Heritage Committee and continues more than seven years later with a huge following, featuring classics from Model A Fords to anything from the present. Stops are made along the way in several of the cities and everyone has a great time while celebrating a piece of history. Those seeking to participate (all are welcome) should contact Heritage Committee Chair Elaine Egdorf at (708) 798-9535; those wanting to view the cars should go to Hickory Road at Martin Avenue around 10:00 AM. Event held in conjunction with the Art and Garden Street Fair.
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| Street Resurfacing Projects |
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The following streets will be resurfaced. All roadways will remain open throughout construction; however, expect some delays when traveling during the day. Any questions about this project should be directed to the Village Engineer Max Massi at (708) 206-3470.
- Howe Avenue from Maple Road to Pine Road
- Birch Road from Hood Avenue to Loomis Avenue
- Palmer Avenue from Birch Road to Willow Road
- Klimm Avenue from Harwood Avenue to Willow Road
- 186th Place from Heather Road to Poplar Avenue
- Western Avenue from 175th Street to Dead End
- Linden Road from Ashland Avenue to Loomis Avenue
- 182nd Place from Highland Avenue to Homewood Avenue
- 187th Street from Dixie Highway to Riegel Road
- Governors Highway from 175th Street in Homewood, south to Crawford Avenue in Olympia Fields
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| Dixie Highway Bridge Closure |
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Dixie Highway will be closed through October 1 for the replacement and reconstruction of the bridge over
Butterfield Creek between Flossmoor Road and Holbrook Road (Flossmoor,
IL). Flossmoor Road and Holbrook Road will remain open just north and south, respectively, of the construction site. The designated detour on adjacent State routes around construction will be as shown on the Dixie Highway Detour Map. The proposed detour will be adequately signed in order to guide and advise motorists about the bridge closure. Any questions about this project should be directed to the Village Engineer Max Massi at (708) 206-3470. |
| Village Key | Spring 2010 |
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The Spring 2010 issue of the Village Key is now available online. Click here to read the current issue. Be patient as the document downloads - it's a little over 15 MB. |
| Brian Carey Scholarship Fund |
 In honor of Firefighter Brian Carey a scholarship fund has been established at Loras College, his alma mater. Contributions are being accepted at any Charter One Bank (nationwide). This is a way to honor and perpetuate this fine young man's memory. For information about making donations at a local Charter One Bank, contact Homewood Branch Manager Dave Zimmerman at (708) 647-2070, or simply visit any Charter One location and request to make a donation to the Brian Carey Scholarship Fund. Once $25,000 is reached, Charter One Bank will present a check to Loras College for a scholarship endowment in honor of Carey. Money will not be accepted at Homewood Village Hall or the Homewood Fire Department for the Carey Scholarship. |
| Electronic Neighborhood Watch Alerts |
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 The Homewood Police Department has moved its Electronic Neighborhood Watch Alerts to the same email marketing service as the e-Newswire. If you are a subscriber, make sure to update your profile by adding the Electronic Neighborhood Watch list to your interests.
If you are not a subscriber of the e-Newswire or Electronic Neighborhood Watch community, sign up now. |
Welcome to Homewood's e-Newswire, a bi-weekly electronic newsletter, containing information pertinent to Homewood's residents and business community. The Village has transitioned to this format to provide up-to-date information on its projects, programs,and plans. Subscribe today! |
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