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The meetings listed below are open to the public. Some can be watched by livestream.
Tuesday, March 3
Homewood-Flossmoor School District 233 Board of Education Personnel Committee will meet at 9 a.m. in the Superintendent’s Conference Room, South Building, 999 Kedzie Ave. The agenda is available here.
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Homewood-Flossmoor School District 233 Board of Education Planning Committee will meet at 10:30 a.m. in the Viking Room, South Building, 999 Kedzie Ave. The agenda is available here.
Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Board of Commissioners will meet at 6 p.m. in the Goldberg Administration Center, 3301 Flossmoor Road. The agenda is available here.
Highlight:
Discuss the 2026-2027 budget.
Thursday, March 5
Homewood Appearance Commission will meet at 6 p.m. at village hall, 2020 Chestnut Road. The agenda is available here. The meeting livestream will be available here. ID 844 1118 8079, passcode 170845.
Highlight:
Consider a sign variance for Dynamite Shrimp, 18719 Dixie Highway.
Notices
Restaurant Madness. Homewood’s promotion featuring local restaurants goes from March 1 to March 15. Anyone who dines at three participating restaurants and spends a minimum of $300 total can submit receipts. The first 100 diners to turn in receipts will receive a $50 gift card. The program is intended to spotlight local restaurants and give them a business boost during a normally slow time of year. For a list of participating restaurants, click here.
Okorafor Honored. Homewood-Flossmoor High graduate Nnedi Okorafor won the NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Literary Work in Fiction on Feb. 23 for her latest book, “Death of the Author.”
Flossmoor Public Library Closure. The library will close at noon Friday, March 6, for staff in-service.
Stuff to do
Monday, March 2
Pickleball Drill & Play. From 10 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays through March 23 the H-F Racquet & Fitness Club, 2920 W. 183rd St. will host a class designed for players looking to build their skills and match play. Learn more strategies and techniques. Paddles and balls will be provided.
For players age 19 and up. Fee is $89 for H-F Park District residents, $139 for non-residents. Click here to register.
Daytime Documentaries. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host a showing of “Paris Was A Woman” from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the meeting room.
Art in S.T.E.A.M. Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., will host from 4 to 5 p.m. a chance for tweens and teens to embrace their creative side while exploring the art aspect of STEAM. Other elements of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) also will be incorporated in some projects. Registration required.
Ask An Expert: Tech Help Class. Adults and seniors will be able to get tech help in this ask-an-expert class from 6 to 6:30 p.m. at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway. There will be information on the basics of computers, the internet, smartphones and more. Register here.
Teen Leadership Council. Teens in grades 7 through 12 meet in The Fort at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. to help with programming ideas, book suggestions, or anything else that will help make the world around us a better place. Register here.
Tuesday, March 3
Rising Readers. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. in Rauch Reading Room for ages newborn to 6 years old with stories, songs, bubbles and more. Register here.
Read, Play, & Grow!: A Storytime for Babies and Toddlers. Meet in the Helen Wilson Meeting Room at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., from 10:30 to 11 a.m. for fun activities that help develop early literacy skills for babies and toddlers. Register here.
The Service Hour. Anyone age 10 to 18 can join the monthly effort to help out in the community. Hosted in The Attic at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Register here.
Cookies & Comics. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host an opportunity to discuss comics and enjoy treats from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Register here.
Just For Fun: Name That Tune. Adults are welcome to gather in the meeting room at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, from 7 to 8 p.m. for a Name That Tune competition.
Lassen’s Tuesday Trivia. Test your knowledge from 8 to 11 p.m. at 2131 W. 183rd St. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Open Mic. Robin’s Nest, 585 N. Williams St. in Thornton will host an open mic session from 8 to 10 p.m. Beginners and pros alike are welcome for this family-friendly event.
Wednesday, March 4
Homeschoolers Study Group. Homeschool teens can meet in The Fort at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, for a study session from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register here.
Pokémon Club. Youngsters and teens are invited to the meeting room at the Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, from 5 to 6 p.m. to trade Pokémon cards and play games. Bring your battle decks, doubles, and extras to the library to battle and trade with other collectors. Register here.
Thursday, March 5
Baby Bloomers. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host story time for children aged birth to 2.5 years old and their caregivers. There will be stories, songs, bubbles and free play in the Rauch Reading Room from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Register here.
Afternoon Book Discussion: No Strangers Here. Meet in the conference room at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., from 3 to 4 p.m. to discuss “No Strangers Here” by Carlene O’Connor. Light refreshments served. Pre-registration is not required. All are welcome.
Chess Club for All. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host chess club from 4 to 5 p.m. in the meeting room. Practice chess skills or learn the basics of playing the game. Open to all ages.
Discovery Preschool Open House. Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Discovery Preschool will hold an open house from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Irwin Community Center, 18120 Highland Ave. in Homewood. Parents and children will get a chance to meet teachers, see the facility and get an idea what Discovery Preschool is all about. To book a timeslot, send email to [email protected], call 708-957-7275 or click here.
Thursday Murder Club. If you enjoy crime stories and discussing whodunit stories, stop by Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. New members are always welcome.
Friday, March 6
Teen Formal Dress Essentials Giveaway. Teens in grades 7 through 12 who have a special occasion coming up (prom, graduation, school dance) and still need an outfit can seek the perfect fit from 4 to 7 p.m. in the meeting room at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway. Gently-used dresses (long and short), shoes, purses, jewelry, and menswear will be available. Private changing areas provided. All items are free to teens. Teen must be present in order to receive donations. Limit two outfits per teen.
Prince Charming Dance. Boys and their special guests are invited to hit the dance floor and make lasting memories together from 6 to 8 p.m. in the H-F Sports Compex, 18211 Aberdeen St. in Homewood. Enjoy great music and capture the magic with a fun photo booth experience. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The fee is $44 with a 10% discount for each additional child. Click here to register.
Saturday, March 7
Teen Formal Dress Essentials Giveaway. Teens in grades 7 through 12 who have a special occasion coming up (prom, graduation, school dance) and still need an outfit can seek the perfect fit from 1 to 4 p.m. in the meeting room at Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway. Gently-used dresses (long and short), shoes, purses, jewelry, and menswear will be available. Private changing areas provided. All items are free to teens. Teen must be present in order to receive donations. Limit two outfits per teen.
Girls Scout Cookies and Craft Beer Pairing. Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery, 1035 Sterling Ave., will partner with Girl Scouts at Western Avenue School to sell cookies with a side of beer from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will include a sample of five craft beers and 10 cookies. Must be 21 or older. Buy tickets here.
Plan ahead
Monday, March 9
Learn to Curl. H-F Park District will offer two sessions from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Monday, March 9, and Monday, March 16, at the H-F Ice Arena, 777 Kedzie Ave. in Flossmoor. The class is designed for beginners and those looking to refine their skills. For anyone age 15 and up. Fee is $75. Click here to register.
Thursday, March 12
Rainbow Sweets and Clover Treats. Kids age 8 to 12 will whip up magical St. Patrick’s Day-themed sweets and treats. Shamrocks, rainbows, gold and more. Bring your luck and sweet tooth to Irwin Community Center, 18120 Highland Ave. in Homewood from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be three types of goodies made. Fee is $40 for H-F Park District residents, $50 for non-residents. Click here to register.
Saturday, March 14
Youth Opportunities Fair. U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly will host an opportunities fair for area youth from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hillcrest High School, 7401 Pulaski Road, Country Club Hills. Click here for a list of businesses and organizations.
Flossmoor St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Gather at the FCC Community House, 847 Hutchison Road. The parade will begin at 1 p.m.
Saturday, March 28
No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Action for a Better Tomorrow South Suburbs will host a non-violent rally from 1 to 3 p.m. at the veterans memorial on Harwood Avenue in Homewood to protest Trump administration policies.
Saturday, April 4
H-F Community Cleanup Day. The H-F Park District and the villages of Homewood and Flossmoor are collaborating on one big communitywide clean-up day from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will begin with breakfast at Wiley’s Grill, 800 Kedzie Ave., then individuals and groups will fan out to tidy up. Sign up here.
Friday, May 22
Walk Through Our Mission. You Matter 2 will host an immersive evening at Flossmoor Community Church, that introduces the organization’s work with youth through storytelling, creativity and connection. Guests will journey through interactive stations led by students, alumni and volunteers, experiencing firsthand how You Matter 2 supports youth from middle school through career readiness. The evening will conclude with a Spotlight Program featuring student stories, a live auction, and a collective paddle raise, which is a fundraising practice that attendees to raise their bidder paddles to commit to specific donation levels, to support our programs. Tickets go on sale Monday, Feb. 2. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, visit youmatter2.org.
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