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| Issue: # 66 | August 4, 2010 |
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New Community Development Director Announced |
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Village Manager Mark Franz announces that Paula Wallrich has accepted the position of Community Development Director.
Wallrich was most recently the Village Manager for the Village of Homer Glen (three years), but has spent the majority of her career working for the Village of Frankfort for 14 years as the Planning and Economic Development Director and Business Development Executive. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois/C-U and a Master of Arts in Landscape Architecture (MLA) with an emphasis on urban planning from University of Illinois/C-U. Wallrich is credentialed with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and is working toward completion of a Master's in Public Administration from the University of Illinois/ Springfield.
Wallrich's appointment will allow Acting Community Development Director John Schaefer to return to his full-time duties as Public Works Director.
In making the announcement, Village Manager Franz comments, "Paula is very qualified and experienced with economic development and brings critical management skills from the Village of Homer Glen. She is extremely excited about the opportunity and looks forward to returning to a Community and Economic Development focus. We are confident that she will continue the long tradition in Homewood of providing professional and progressive service to the community."
Wallrich will begin her tenure with the Village of Homewood on August 9. Paula is married, has two children and currently resides in Frankfort.
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Click here for the pooch parade application, flea market vendor application, or to become a vendor! |
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Five Spaces Left for Flea Market Vendors |
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The Community Relations Commission announces that there are five spaces still available for local not-for-profits and service groups to join the Dog Days Flea Market. Gather your volunteers and their unwanted items and you can raise awareness, along with money. The market will offer event patrons an opportunity to shop unique finds and support great causes. Complete and submit the Dog Days of Summer Flea Market Vendor Application by August 13. The fee for approved flea market vendors is $35.00. Approved flea market vendors will receive an approximate 10'x10' space only; tables, chairs, and electricity are not included. |
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Register by August 14 for the Annual Pooch Parade |
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2009 Pooch Parade Winner | The anticipated pooch parade at Dog Days will start promptly at noon on Saturday, August 21 with registration open at 11:00 AM. This year, the Community Relations Commission has extended the parade to provide viewers a better look at each costumed dog and their doting owner before they strut in front of the judges and compete for "Top Dog" in five unique categories: Most Original Owner-Dog Team, Most Humorous, Most Unique, Best Celebrity Look-Alike, and Best in Parade (overall).
Judging will be based on originality, showmanship, detail of costume and first impression. Prizes and bragging rights will be awarded. Contest entrants must be pre-registered; click here for a pooch parade application. Completed applications must be received by Friday, August 14.
Parade donations will benefit NAWS (National Animal Welfare Society) to help maintain their low cost spay/neuter and wellness clinics and programs Kids Club, Food Pantry for Animals, Dog and Cat Rescue. If you have any questions, please contact Rachael Jones, communication and special events for the Village. |
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Foundation 153 Homewood Schools Fund Run |
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Sunday, September 26 | 8:00 AM, registration; 9:00, races start
Foundation 153, formally the Homewood Foundation for Educational Excellence, announces a new event this fall, the Homewood Schools Fund Run. A 5k run/walk and 153 yard kids' fun run to raise money for programs and grants for students of District 153. The event takes place on Sunday, September 26. Registration begins at 8:00 AM with the 5k starting at 9:00 AM and the fun run at 10:00 AM. Runners/walkers will start at Millennium School and make their way around beautiful Homewood neighborhoods. Younger family members (age 12 and younger) can participate in the 153 yard fun run, along with games and activities, if they do not want to participate in the 5K event. Awards will be given to the top three males and females, and to the top finishers in each age group. All proceeds from the Homewood Schools Fund Run will go towards maintaining vital educational experiences for students in District 153. To pre-register or volunteer to help, go to foundation153.org. |
| Somebody's Gonna Lotto - Might as Well be Who? |
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Liz Ganshirt, resident and owner of Clever Betsy ( a shop within Bella Vita Home Accents) reports that the newly opened and remodeled Pete's Mobil on the corner of Harwood Avenue and 183rd Street sold a winning little lotto ticket on July 19. The reward of $150,000 remains unclaimed. Visit Illinois Lottery website for details, and check your pockets kids! |
| Picnic Tables and Music at Farmers' Market |
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Every Saturday through October 16 | 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
St. Joseph Parking Lot | 17951 Dixie Highway
Shopping at the Downtown Homewood Farmers' Market is a great overall experience: buying good, wholesome foods for the family, supporting local farmers and entrepreneurs, sitting at a picnic table catching up with old friends over fresh coffee, and listening to local performers while browsing a vast array of specialty products and organic produce. Make sure you don't miss out on this Saturday morning tradition.
- Bloomberg Gardens: organic herbs and vegetables in a pot
- Brzuchowski Farms: natural honey and beeswax products
- Charleston Transitional Facility: all-natural dog treats
- Enjoi Bake Shop: salsas, spaghetti sauces, and specialty sauces
- Hansel Farms: organic produce, dairy, and flowers
- Herr Farms: organic produce and flowers
- Homewood Kitchen Gardeners: organic produce
- Jeffrey Farms: produce and flowers
- Labriola Breads: fresh breads
- Lyons Fruit Farm: produce and flowers
- Pampered Chef: cooking supplies and spices
- Paul's Dogs: Chicago-style hot dog stand
- Paula Newton's Jams: jams, jellies, and fruit butter
- Stamper Cheese: gourmet cheeses
- Twin Garden Farms: produce and flowers
- Watkins Products: organic household products and spices
- Witvoet Farmstand: produce and flowers
For more than two decades, Homewood's market has linked local farmers to consumers with fresh nutritious foods. For market information, please call (708) 206-3375. |
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Photo Galleries of Summer Events |
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| Summer Music at Ravisloe |
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IPO presents, By George - Chicago Classic Brass
Friday, August 13| 7:30 PM
Ravisloe Country Club | 18231 Park Avenue
Ticket Info: (708) 481-7774| ipomusic.org
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra and Ravisloe Country Club are pleased to announce the third concert of the series, Summer Music at Ravisloe - an outdoor live concert series, featuring performances by the IPO Chamber Players at one of the Chicago Southland's most beautiful concert settings. Click here for a concert flier.
Tickets available at Ravisloe Country Club located at 18231 Park Avenue, online at ipomusic.org, and by contacting the IPO at (708) 481-7774. |
The Village Key is Homewood's community newsletter mailed to each residence and business address. Extra copies are available at Village Hall, and version is available for online viewing by clicking here. |
| 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. |
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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.
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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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