The annual Independence Day Parade marched down Harlem Avenue Wednesday afternoon.
Palos Heights celebrated Independence Day with its annual parade down Harlem Avenue. Upload your own 4th of July photos to out gallery.
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Why hunt around for the times and places of all the local events on July 3rd and 4th? Patch gives you a rundown of all the Palos happenings.
Palos Heights The fest kicks off at 4 p.m. with plenty of activities for the family. Held at Memorial Park, the event will feature a petting zoo, moonwalk, climbing wall, mini golf obstacle course and a giant slide. Tickets will be sold at the gazebo from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $1 and wristbands can be purchased for $15. A bean bag tournament will also start up at 5:30 p.m. It costs $5 per pair to sign up the day of the event, pending space. Brackets are posted at 4:30 p.m. Pop's will host their annual hot dog eating contest at 7 p.m. at Memorial Park. Check out the video from last year's contest. Fireworks will began at nightfall from Lake Katherine. Most people view the display from Memorial Park, but Patch hears that the …
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Nature, sports, recreation, story time and festivals happening this weekend, Sept. 15 - 18, in the Orland, Palos, Tinley and Oak Forest area
Two things always add up to a wild time - a toddler with a permanent marker and you during the last weekend in summer. So embrace your inner child because this weekend is the white wall where you can leave your mark! Rocktoberfest at Rock Bottom Brewery September 17, 1–5 p.m. | Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery Enjoy Rocktoberfest beer, 1/2 liter logo'd stein, beers from local breweries, live music, German food and more at Rock Bottom. Admission is $30, $5 of which goes to the South Suburban Humane Society. This is a dog friendly event. Monarch Butterfly Festival Returns to Lake Katherine September 18, 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Lake Katherine Nature Center Explore the beauty of Lake Katherine during the Butterfly Festival, including a Monarch …
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From June 30th to July 4th, the South Suburbs are packed with Independence Day fun. Don't miss the chance to party.
The 43rd annual Independence Day Parade will be held Friday, July 1, at 6:30 p.m. starting at 95th Street and Pulaski Road to 95th and Richmond Avenue. Fireworks start at dusk at Duffy Park, 92nd Street and Ridgeway Avenue. If it rains on Friday, fireworks will be held on Sunday, July 3. The sixth annual 4th of July Parade at 10 a.m. from 51st Avenue and 95th Street to 55th Court and 95th Street kicks off the day’s events in Oak Lawn. The parade consists of more than 100 entries which include military color guards to mascots including South Paw (White Sox), Skates (Wolves) and Benny the Bull (Bulls), antique cars, dignitaries, parade units and marchers of all ages. After the parade, the Oak Lawn Firefighters Local 3405 will hold its …
Festivals, activities, concerts and sporting events this 4th of July weekend in Orland, Palos, Tinley, and Oak Forest.
The magic 8-ball has nothing on us. When asking whether you should get out and do something this weekend, our answer is always "yes - definitely." So put aside your stamp collection, leave the DIY projects for a rainy day and grab your SPF 50 sun block (it was a long winter). Patch will keep you going all weekend long. This weekend's forecast - hot with a good chance of fireworks. Your patriotic needs are easily fulfilled with the Oak Fest and the long list of places to celebrate Independence Day in the South 'Burbs. If that's not enough fresh air for you, become one with nature at Lake Katherine or grab fluffy and fido for the Orland Pet Parade. Oak Fest June 29 - July 4 | 159th St & Central Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452 Oak Fest will fill …
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An overview of the stories Palos Patch covered over the course of the last week.
Palos Patch hit the one month mark this week. As always we brought you a mix of stories ranging from breaking crime updates, to volunteers in the community. If you missed any of the coverage over the past week, take a moment to update yourself on the week that was. If you have any news tips or stories you think should be covered e-mail: Daniell@patch.com
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On a rainy Saturday, the drops slowed to a drizzle long enough to welcome the annual Palos Park Parade.
Despite a rainy morning, area residents came out to watch marching bands, local officials and community groups parade down 123rd Street. Our photo gallery captures the sights of the day.
Patrice Martin
6:57 am on Sunday, July 3, 2011
I had to check, and found that Park Forest and Glenwood are also having their fireworks on the 4th. more ›