Friday, November 16, 2012
Patch has updated its list of different charitable efforts around Beverly, Mt. Greenwood, Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn and Palos this holiday season.
As the holiday spirit settles over the area, several annual food, toy and monetary charitable efforts are kicking into high gear to help the less fortunate in our community this holiday season. We've rounded up several holiday drives that will allow you to give back locally. If you know of others, please share them in the comments. Christmas Care The Worth Township Youth Commission is sponsoring its annual Christmas Care program for families experiencing financial difficulties. In the past, Worth Township has helped hundreds of families through donations. New toys and “gently used” coats will be accepted by the Youth Commission at its office, 11601 S. Pulaski, Alsip, beginning through December 21. Families in need can apply for the …
Thursday, November 1, 2012
How much will we spend this year? And what's the best-selling Christmas song of all time? Find the answers below.
We know that there were three Wise Men, 12 days of Christmas and that Santa delivers all his presents around the world in one night. But did you know... $23,439.38 How much it would cost to buy your "true love" all the gifts in the 12 Day of Christmas . 12.9 billion hours, $447 billion How many hours Americans were expected to spend shopping, wrapping and returning gifts last year. That was about 42 hours and $688.87 per person. Get your postman/postwoman a gift According to Hallmark, Christmas is the largest card-sending occasion . Nearly 1.5 billion cards are sent to friends and family every Christmas Season. (That's actually down 400 million cards since 2004.) $983 million The value of U.S. imports of Christmas tree ornaments from …
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Here's a listing of holiday services planned at Palos area churches.
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Saturday, December 24, 2011
St. Alexander Church, 7025 W. 126th St., Palos Heights Christmas Eve Vigil 4 p.m. -- Children's Choir (in the Church) 4 p.m. -- Young Adult with Brass (in the Parish Center) 6:30 p.m. -- Contemporary Music 11:30 p.m. -- choir and brass prelude Midnight Mass Christmas Day Services at 7 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon There is no 6 p.m. Mass Incarnation Church, 5757 W. 127th St., Palos Heights Christmas Eve (no confessions) 4 p.m. -- Families/Small Children (in the Church) 4 p.m. -- In the Bernardin Center 6 p.m. -- In the Church Caroling will begin at 11:30 p.m. Traditional Midnight Mass Christmas Day 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., Palos Heights Christmas Day service starts at 10 a.m. Moraine Valley …
Christmas may be green in Chicago's south suburbs, but in the meantime, check out the cool search engine effect.
Will it snow in the south suburbs this holiday weekend? Maybe not, but you can get some of the Christmas magic on Google. Join millions in typing "let it snow" in a Google search and watch what happens. You can clear it up by hitting the "defrost" button or by "scraping" with your mouse. According to forecasts from the National Weather Service in Romeoville, the Chicago area might not see much snow. This map shows little to no snow coverage throughout the area now, and most forecasts say we'll be without a White Christmas. The Weather Channel's forecast map shows that the Chicago area will be without a White Christmas. That doesn't necessarily mean we won't have snow; on that map, "White Christmas" means at least an inch of snow. According…
Friday, December 23, 2011
It’s not too late to get your dad a great Christmas present. We have come up with some great options you can still have under the tree by Sunday morning.
Finding the right gift for dad can be the most difficult task on a holiday list. This results in many years gone by with the old standby present, a shirt and tie. Surprise dad this year and switch out that old boring gift with something special. No matter your choice of gift, dad will be surely be happy just knowing you took the time to think of him. The gift is just a bonus! Merry Christmas!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Please join the discussion on Patch and leave reviews in our business directory.
Each week Patch focuses on a different product or service. This week, we're doing something a little different. With Hanukkah starting this week and Christmas this weekend, many readers will be visiting places of worship. New residents might even be looking for the right place for them. So tell us where you worship, readers, what newcomers can expect, and why your place is special. When a new family moves into your neighborhood and they ask for your recommendations for stores, take-out places or professional services, what do you say? Because Patch has an extensive directory of businesses, we want all of our readers to benefit from your experience the way your neighbors do. What are your go-to places for dinner on those nights when you …
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
An important message from Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Dear Editor: As long as I have been a police officer, I have never gotten used to the sorrow I feel when I am called to the scene of a crash where someone has died. Making matters worse is all too often when I witness that those in the crash were not buckled up or alcohol was involved. This senseless loss of human life is a harsh reality here in the Village of Palos Park and across Illinois — year after year. The fact is that impaired-driving deaths have declined significantly since the 1980s. Social activism, including the rise of organizations such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM), led to tighter laws that helped bring the death toll down. During the last 30 years, …
Monday, December 12, 2011
The Shepard High School German Club held a gingerbread decorating contest.
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Monday, December 12, 2011
Students in German Club at Shepard High School last week covered themselves in icing, gum drops, and cookie crumbs all in the pursuit of better architecture. The annual gingerbread house contest produced an afternoon of fun and culture. German teacher Jennifer Fischer placed the gingerbread houses in the faculty cafeteria for judging. Students who won included Haley Coates, first place; Kiersten Mahler, second place; and, the team of Trav Jarman, Charlie Dziedzic, third place. Submitted by District 218 Caption for absGermanGingerbread11a: German Club members Julia Fischer and Frankie Juarezwork on their gingerbread house last week at Shepard High School. Caption for absGermanGingerbread11b: Trav Jarman and Charlie Dziedzic work on …
Monday, December 5, 2011
Palos Park and Palos Heights both held holiday celebrations on Friday.
Palos Heights and Palos Park both held holiday celebrations on Friday night signaling the official start of the Christmas season. Heights' event was a tree lighting ceremony at the Palos Heights Fire District. The event featured Santa Claus who made his grand enterence on a fire truck. A hayride took families past the Art Garden where almost two dozen Christmas trees were decorated by area schools and organizations. Mayor Bob Straz flipped the switch and lit the firehouse's tree. In Palos Park a holiday Bazaar was held at the Recreation Center. Local businesses set up booths while school groups entertained the crowd.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Introducing a new Patch contest
Does your house outshine all others in your neighborhood when it comes to holiday decorations? If the answer is yes, starting Dec. 8, enter Patch's Deck the House Contest for a chance to win $100,000 for your local public school system, $500 toward your electric bill or bragging rights in your neighborhood. The contest will run until Dec. 26 and Palos Patch users will vote for the best-decked house in their town. From there, Patch judges will select 24 finalists nationwide, who will get their December electric bill paid by Patch (up to $500). The grand prize winner will receive a $100,000 donation to their local school system. We'll give you an update with more details next week, but for now, get decorating. And don't forget to take photos!
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6:29 am on Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Are there other charities that have donation events throughout the year? How about one of those churches, maybe Pilgrim Faith or another that would offer residents to adopt a child or family for birthdays and Easter? Thank you. more ›