The Village of Park Forest will host a variety of events throughout August.
August is "Resident Appreciation Month," with the Village offering weekly raffles for residents. Community Relations will host a "Pioneers Resident Brunch" on Saturday, Aug 5, to kick off the month.
Residents living in Park Forest for 25 years or more can enjoy a free brunch. Participants had to RSVP and can attend either timeslot: 8-10 a.m. or 12-2 p.m.
Registration for "Pioneers Resident Brunch" is complete.
However, residents can still win the weekly raffle by submitting their information in the raffle box in the Village Hall lobby. Below is the raffle's schedule.
Week of Aug 7. - $50 water bill credit
Week of Aug 14. - Park Forest goodies giveaway
Week of Aug 21. - Park Forest goodies giveaway
Week of Aug 28. - Gift cards to local Park Forest businesses.
On Aug 12., the Youth Commission is hosting a free backpack giveaway for Youth Day. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Village Green at 349 Main Street.
Youth Day will feature various sports, face painting, and a basketball tournament. She said it's an excellent opportunity for the community to come out before young people return to school this fall.
To round out the month, the Village is hosting the second annual "Senior Health Fair," at Dining on the Green on Aug 24. The event will run from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. providing health care information to seniors. For more information on the event, click here.