Glenwood Academy seeks volunteers for storm cleanup
Volunteers are needed to help with cleanup efforts at Glenwood Academy in the wake of a tornado tearing through the 120-acre campus, leaving broken windows, damaged buildings and upended trees.
It was the second storm in two weeks to cause damage to the school, a private residential educational facility in Glenwood for more than 150 students from 7 to 23. It offers a supportive learning community to those who have challenging family situations affected by violence, poverty and other circumstances.
Individuals or groups who want to volunteer should email [email protected]. Anyone interested in making a financial donation is asked to visit www.glenwoodacademy.org/donated.
Rock Island Metra closures delayed
Recent storms in the area have led to Metra delaying the closure of its Rock Island line for construction work from this weekend to the weekend of Aug. 28-30, with service expected to be restored in time for the morning rush hour on Aug. 31.
The last outbound train from Chicago to Joliet (Train 511) will be at 8:25 p.m. Aug. 28 from the LaSalle Street Station, making all stops except 95th Street/Longwood, 103rd/Washington Heights on the main line and 123rd Street and Prairie Street on the Beverly Branch. The last inbound train (Train 512) will leave at 6:25 p.m. Aug. 28 from Joliet.
The closures are required because of the construction of the new Auburn Park Station at 79th Street in Chicago and Metra bridges above the Norfolk Southern freight tracks there needing to be raised.
Alternative transportation is available on the Metra Electric Line or the CTA’s Red Line, as well as PACE buses. Details are at rtachicago,org or 312-836-7000.
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Grant gives boost to this year’s Irish Fest
Visit Chicago Southland presented a $5,000 local tourism grant to Chicago Gaelic Park to promote Irish Fest, set for Aug. 21-23 at the park, 6119 W. 147th St. in Oak Forest.
The grant was used to publicize the festival in publications throughout the Midwest.The event typically attracts 15,000 visitors.
Visit Chicago Southland gives up to $51,000 each year to communities and not-for-profit organizations designed to bring visitors to the area for overnight stays, boosting local restaurants, shops, recreational activities and services travelers need.
Irish Fest will take place from 4 to 11 p.m. Aug. 21, 3 to 11 p.m. Aug. 22 and 1 to 8 p.m. Aug. 23. It features several musical acts as well as an Irish cultural tent with music and workshops, performing arts stage and an expanded leprechaun tent for children’s entertainment.
Children 3 and younger are admitted free. Tickets for adults cost $25 for Aug. 21, $44 for Aug. 22 and $58 for Aug. 23. Tickets cost less for children. Experiences for extra fees also are available. A complete schedule and tickets are available at chicagogaelicpark.com/irish-fest/schedule.
Four-person team wins Orland Park puzzle contest
A team of four using the moniker Give Piece a Chance won a recent jigsaw puzzle competition at the Orland Park Public Library.
Each team was given the same 500-piece puzzle to complete. The four – Maria Pellegrino, Neil Dedona, Maria Pellegrino and Vicky Dedona – completed the puzzle in just 55 minutes. Their win led to them receiving a basket with a puzzle magnifying glass, roll-up mat and compartments to sort pieces.
The event drew spectators as well as participants, who used their critical thinking skills and collaboration while they worked on the puzzles.
Rummage sale benefits The Center’s missions
Find some bargains while supporting The Center during its rummage sale, set for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 28-30 at the Children’s Farm at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park.
Four large areas will be filled with donated items that include clothing, books, housewares, tools, games and sporting goods. A “twice as nice” clothing boutique and furniture tent also are available.
Donations of items may be dropped off from 9 to 3 p.m. on the farm side until Aug. 24. For a list of items not taken, visit thecenterpalos.org/rummage-2023-2.
The event takes place rain or shine, with all areas of the sale having some coverage. Sunday will be bargain day. All proceeds benefit The Center, a nonprofit religious organization.
Homer Glen sets Run to Remember for 9/11 anniversary
Homer Glen is hosting “Run to Remember,” a 5K run/walk in recognition of the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and to pay tribute to the community’s first responders.
The event will take place at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 at Heritage Park, 14240 W. 151st St. Race day registration and packet pick up will start at 7 a.m.
Registration is $35 before Sept. 12 and $40 onsite. Participants who register before Aug. 24 are guaranteed a race T-shirt.
Proceeds will benefit the 100 Club of Will County, which supports the families of firefighters, police officers and emergency responders who were killed in the line of duty, the village said in a news release.
Homer Glen officials are still taking sponsors for the race.
Those interested in participating in the race can register at the village’s website, www.homerglenil.org.
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