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| Issue: # 77 | January 5, 2011 |
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Village Hall Closing | | |
The Village Hall and Municipal Service Center will be closed Saturday, January 15 and Monday, January 17, in observance of Martin Luther King's birthday. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, January 18 at 8:00 AM On this holiday, emergency water and sewer service is available by calling (708) 206-3420.
Customary police and fire emergency services will be available. |
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Christmas Tree Recycling Opportunities
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Christmas Tree Recycling
Saturday, January 8
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Irons Oaks, Vollmer Road off Western Avenue in Olympia Fields
sponsored by Irons Oaks, The Western Avenue Green Team and the Molski and Manos Families
How do you stuff your Christmas Tree into a garbage can? You don't! Recycle it instead. Please join us for our first annual Tree Recycling Program.
When: Saturday, January 8 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Where: Irons Oaks Vollmer Road Parking Lot (please enter on the west side 7 exit on the east)
Recycled trees will be made into mulch and donated to Irons Oaks for use in their grounds and trails.There is no cost for this program and it is open to anyone who would like to donate. All decorations must be removed from the trees prior to donation. No other recyclables will be accepted at this time. This program is presented by Irons Oaks, the Western Avenue Green Team and the Molski and Manos Families.
If you have any questions or would like to volunteer please call (312) 804-0496, or email Jennifer Molski.
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| CHOCOLATE FEST | | |
Chocolate Fest
Saturday, February 19 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The Auditorium, 2010 Chestnut Road
sponsored by the Community Relations Commission
Chocolate Fest will roll back to the fabulous 50's this year, with a local soda fountain feel, so wear your poodle skirts, or grey flannel and hop in to the Park District Auditorium for a poppin' good time. As always, Chocolate Fest will showcase the best, local and national confectioners. The Community Relations Commission will host its annual bake-off contest. Click here for the current application. The event will feature live music and entertainment, demonstrations from professional dessert chefs, and delicious activities for the entire family. Downtown merchants will also host a BINGO Stroll. Get your card at Chocolate Fest and hop in to participating downtown stores. At each store, get a number (and a sweet treat). Winners will receive generous prizes. |
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Foundation 153
Spring for School Event
Saturday, April 9 | 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Save the Date for the Spring Event
"Spring for Homewood Schools" Dinner and Auction will be held on April 9. This exciting fundraising event is to benefit Homewood School District 153. Foundation 153 will be hosting the event at Ravisloe Country Club. There will be a buffet dinner, silent and live auctions, cash bar, entertainment, and plenty of raffles and games! For more information, please contact Shelley Peck at the district office (647-2390)
E-newsletter
To learn more about Foundation 153 and to sign up for our monthly e-newsletter, please visit us at www.Foundation153.org . Each month we will update you about upcoming Foundation-related events in your schools, in the community, and implemented grant projects. Foundation 153 is a volunteer based not-for-profit 501c3 organization. |
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Keep your Money close to HOMEwood- Shop Local | | |
Did you know?
When you shop local 1% of your sales tax stays in Homewood to support public safety and emergency services.
Join the movement to shop locally! |
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Snow Removal Etiquette | | Helpful information for Winter Parking and Snow removal.
- It is mandatory that cars are removed from the streets for safe plowing when snowfall exceeds two (2) inches. The Department of Public Works continues to plow streets even after the snow has stopped. Repeated plowing ensures adequate removal of snow and proper salting. Do not return your vehicles to the roadway until plow trucks have ceased repeated plowing and salting. Violators are subject to ticketing and towing.
- When clearing your own sidewalks or driveways, it is illegal to deposit the snow on a public place such as a street or sidewalk. It is usually best to wait to clear your driveway until after snowplows have cleared the street so you don't have to clear your driveway entrance multiple times.
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| Leaving Homewood for the Winter? | | |
Residents who "fly south" during the cold season should contact the water billing clerk for two reasons: 1) so the Village can expect low usage in their water, avoiding an estimated bill, and 2) they can request their next bill be mailed to their winter address. If a change of a winter billing address is requested, please remember to call and have it changed back to the service address upon your return to the Village. For more information contact Debbie Gaston at 206-3365. |
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