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| MOTHER & DAUGHTER SHOPPING SPREE | | |
Downtown Homewood Business Association
Mother and Daughter Shopping Spree
Friday|May 11
Saturday|May 12
Join the Downtown Homewood Business Association for a Mother and Daughter Shopping Spree on Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Special discounts will be offered as well as raffle prizes. On Saturday, create a beautiful spring bouquet by receiving a flower from each participating DHBA merchant as you shop historic downtown Homewood.
Participating Merchants
Bella Vita
Art 4 Soul
Farmer's Insurance
Nathalie's Interiors
Global Fusion
Suzie's Hallmark
Homewood Florist |
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HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR HIGH SCHOOL RANKED #33 | | | H-F was ranked #33 in Best High Schools in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report this week. Once again, H-F is the top high school in the Chicago Southland Area! To read more click on the link. http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/illinois |
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HOMEWOOD'S FARMERS MARKET RETURNS | | |
Homewood Farmers Market
Village Hall Parking Lot
May 19 - October 20
8:00 AM until 1:00 PM
Homewood is celebrating their 30th anniversary of the Farmers Market. For 30 years Homewood has hosted a famers market with the finest vendors selling fresh food, drinks, vegetables, flowers, and more! Homewood's market opens May 19, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, in the Village of Homewood parking lot. Look for celebrations filled with music, dance, and more throughout the market season!
We have added to the market "Green Thumb Saturdays" this monthly, free program is designed to educate both novice and experienced gardeners of the latest techniques in gardening. The presentations will be held on Saturdays, from 9:30 AM-10:15 AM, in Homewood's Village Hall Council Chambers. Green Thumb Saturdays is co-sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardner Program and The Village of Homewood's Tree Committee.
Presentation Dates
May 19 Shade Gardens
June 9 Native Perennials
July 14 Manage Weeds Organically
August 11 Lawn Care Basics
September 8 Tree Planting and Care
October 13 Composting
The popular "Touch of Green" events will return this year. Currently scheduled are the following events with more to come!
July 21 Document Shredding sponsored by Harris Bank
August 11 Electronic Waste sponsored by ATEN
October 20 Expired Prescription Drug Collection sponsored by Cook County |
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HOMEWOOD FIRE DEPARTMENT BLOOD DRIVE | | |
Saturday|May 19
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Village of Homewood Fire House
17950 Dixie Highway
Help out in the Firefighter Blood Donor Challenge.To prepare for the blood drive, participants should eat well, stay hydrated and bring an identification card. Proper identification is required to donate blood. Appointments are recommended. To schedule your appointment, please call LifeSource at 877-543-3768. For more information click www.lifesource.org
All participating donors will receive a free T-shirt and are invited to a barbeque party at the Homewood Firehouse, 17950 Dixie Highway. |
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HOMEWOOD RAIL HERITAGE DAYS | | |
May 20|Rail Fest
9:00 AM to 3:00PM
H-F Park District Auditorium
2010 Chestnut Road
sponsored by the Homewood Rail Committee
Sunday, May 20, Rail Fest will be held at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Auditorium 9:00 AM to 3:00PM. Admission is FREE! There will be free rides on "Lil Obie" sponsored by Canadian National Railroad. Rail and train enthusiasts will be able to swap railroad memorabilia. Participate in a Raffle featuring an HO Scale Model Railroad Layout and much more!
While at Rail Fest visit the Rail Watching Platform and the Rail Park, they are just a short walk from the event! For information call 708-957-7944 or email d.gunderson@sbcglobal.net |
| ART AND GARDEN STREET FAIR | | |
Friday|June 8
12:00PM to 9:00PM
Saturday|June 9
10:00AM to 9:00 PM
The two day festival features over 45 unique artisans and vendors, activities for all ages, gardening workshops, music from around the world and food from Homewood's best restaurants. The festival is centered at Martin Avenue and Ridge Road in Homewood.
Family Concert at the Art and Garden Street Fair! Bring the family to watch Justin Roberts and The Not Ready For Nap Time Players perform at the Art and Garden Street Fair, on Friday, June 8, at noon.
Sign up for art and floral arrangement classes that will be held at the Art and Garden Street Fair . For class listing and sign up click here. |
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CASH MOBS HAVE RETURNED TO HOMEWOOD | | |
Our first CASH MOB was such a success, we are doing it again! Mark your calendars: Saturday, May 19th, for the second Homewood Cash Mob event will take place! The Cash Mob movement is a new grassroots effort that uses social and traditional media to gather people together to "mob" a local business. Re-acquaint yourself with all the great items Homewood has to offer, help provide a mini-economic stimulus and free publicity for a deserving business, and enjoy a fun opportunity to connect with other residents.
Visit the Homewood Cash Mob Facebook page(www.facebook.com/homewoodcashmob) and let us know what Homewood business you think should be the recipient of a Cash Mob. Planning to attend? Sign up in advance at www.facebook.com/#!/events/370844459615036/. Then follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@HomewoodCashMob). Show your support for local business and join the Homewood Cash Mob movement on Saturday, May 19th! |
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PARISH OF SAINT JOSEPH CENTENNIAL FEST CELEBRATION | | |
Parish of St. Joseph Centennial Celebration
Sunday, June 3|2:00 PM until 8:00 PM
17951 Dixie Highway
Celebrate Parish of St. Joseph 100th anniversary with their Centennial Fest Celebration. The day will be filled with raffle, games and activities for all ages. Enjoy a variety of cuisines by local restaurants and dance into the night with live entertainment from Bill Hogan and "Extra Extra". Parking is available at Homewood Library, Village Hall, Ryan's Funeral Home, and Great Lakes Bank, with designated drop off and pick up zones. This is a free event, with food and beverage for purchase. For more information, contact Parish of St. Joseph at (708)798-0622 or POSJhomewood.org |
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ELECTRONIC NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ALERTS | | |
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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