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The Village of Park Forest hosts its annual Holiday Market on the Village Green on Saturday, Dec 9. The event runs from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. and will have live reindeer, Santa Claus, carolers, and a food truck.
DownTown Property Manager Heather J...
The Village of Park Forest Department of Recreation, Parks, and Community Health has partnered with the YMCA and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to give away free personal protection equipment (PPE) to residents on Monday.
Park Fo...
Illinois health officials confirmed the state’s first case of measles in four years on Friday.
The Cook County Health Department reported the suspected case to the Illinois Department of Public Health late last week. IDPH officials said the person was unva...
With Veterans Day just around the corner, the Village is still accepting applications for its Home Town Heroes Banner Program.
The Park Forest Hometown Heroes Banner Project allows residents to honor local military members and those who have served their c...
The Village of Park Forest is partnering with the American Red Cross for a community blood drive.
The blood drive will occur at Village Hall, 350 Victory Dr., on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Assistant Director of the Recrea...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Village of Park Forest is hosting several events over the next couple of weeks to educate and inform residents about breast cancer.
Margaret Lewis, the Assistant Director of the Recreation, Parks, and Commu...
On Saturday, Sept. 30, the Village celebrated Fall Fest and the grand reopening of Somonauk Adventure Park, a complete remodeling several years in the making.
The new park allows guests to experience nature unlike anywhere else in the south suburbs, boasti...
The Department of Recreation, Parks & Community Health starts the month with a trip to the Studebaker Theater to watch "The Color Purple" musical on Sunday, Oct 1.
For $130, you can travel via a luxury coach bus departing from Villa...
Individual ticket sales for this year's Freedom Hall series are currently on sale.
Park Forest’s own Freedom Hall, located at 410 Lakewood Boulevard, is a premier performing arts venue in Chicago’s Southland. Freedom Hall’s Nathan Manil...
The Department of Recreation, Parks, and Community Health announced on Friday that Somonauk Park's grand reopening is scheduled for late next month.
The grand reopening of Somonauk Park will happen during Fall Fest on Sept 30. The event will have ...
The Park Forest Bark District at Winnebago Park is closing due to maintenance beginning Wednesday, Aug 2.
The Department of Recreation, Parks and Community Health Director Kevin Adams said crews are laying down new asphalt for the walking path leading to W...
The Main Street Nights concert series is canceled this evening due to the threat of severe weather.
Village officials said the goal is to reschedule, but at this time, it is still being determined if and when that will happen.
Forecasters said a low-pressur...
The Park Forest Tennis and Health Club tennis courts are closed this week for resurfacing and maintenance. The work started on Monday and should continue through Saturday.
Brad Skoryi, the club's manager, said the tennis courts should re...
The Village of Park Forest will distribute Farmer Market coupons to eligible seniors next week.
Distribution begins on Tuesday, July 11; coupons will be available while supplies last.
Below are the qualifications:
The Park Forest Aqua Center will host an "H20 Glow Teen Event" this Friday. Event organizers said the event is one of three planned for young people this season.
In addition to the pools, the events offer themed base activities, games, and photo ...
It's that time of year again: Main Street Market is roaring back to DownTown Park Forest, giving area residents fresh options to eat.
Victor Blackful, overseeing the event, said the Market is a great way to unite the community.
"This year, we ...
If you have ever attended a performing arts event in Park Forest, you have likely seen Cultural Arts Supervisor Chuck Sabey.
Many would consider Sabey a staple in Park Forest. He's served the Village in numerous capacities since the age of 17 when he took ...
The Village of Park Forest received its 9th Tree City USA award in 2023. The Tree City USA program, awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation, provides communities with a four-step framework to maintain and grow their tree cover. It also gives them an avenue to...
This year is moving along, and the dog days of summer are on the horizon, which means the Park Forest Aqua Center's opening day is just around the corner, on May 27.
Season passes with early bird special pricing are on sale now through J...
Over the past several years, coyote sightings have become more prevalent within the village and surrounding communities. Although you may be shocked to see a coyote running through the Park Forest, it is not unusual. Due to ...
If you walk into Village Hall this month, you'll notice a lot of pink throughout the lobby. That is because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The Village of Park Forest is putting this cause at the forefront to inform residents about the i...
A tournament for the fastest sport in America is coming to Park Forest this week. The Park Forest Tennis & Health Club is hosting the DaFarm Singles Round Robin Pickleball Tournament on Sept. 28-30. It is the first time the club has ...
The Village of Park Forest is partnering with American Red Cross for a community blood drive.
The blood drive will take place at Village Hall, 350 Victory Dr. on Thursday, Oct. 20 from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For any questions or concerns c...
Join the the Park Forest Senior Advisory Commission Introduction for the Senior Resource book launching on Thursday, Sept. 1 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at Rich Township Shirley Green Senior Center located at 297 Liberty Dr., Park Fore...