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š± Patch AM: How will Alsipās $850,000 FEMA grant change local fire protection?
Make time for Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, September 27, 2026 on the Alsip Patch calendar

Hey there, Alsip! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How will Alsip's $850,000 FEMA grant change local fire protection?
Also on today's calendar: Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, September 27, 2026 and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 71 and low of 55 degrees.
- Monday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 73, low: 54.
- Tuesday: Nice with periods of sun, with a high of 75 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• FEMA delivers over $68 Million to aid fire departments and first responder organizations in the Midwest (wbiw.com) — Alsip's fire department is set to receive more than $850,000 from FEMA, part of a broader $68 million package for Midwest first responders. The grant can fund new protective gear, vehicles, and wellness programs, directly strengthening emergency response and safety for Alsip residents. Additional awards went to departments across Illinois and neighboring states.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Alsip
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★ Featured events ★
- Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, September 27, 2026 →
Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park
9:00 am - Sound Bowl + Restore →
Yoga for Self-Actualization,
6:00 pm - HomeBuyer Seminar →
Beverly/Mt. Greenwood,
6:00 pm - Free Adult Hearing Screening at Saint Xavier University →
Saint Xavier University, 3700 W 103rd St, Chicago
10:00 am - Book Fair for Adults →
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library, 11960 S Pulaski Rd, Alsip
10:00 am
Sunday September 27
Wednesday September 30
Friday October 2
Saturday October 24
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Other local events
- Caja de Libros Trimestral →
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District, 11960 S. Pulaski, Alsip - Tales for Teddy Bears →
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District, 11960 S. Pulaski, Alsip
10:00 am - Once Upon a Canvas →
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District, 11960 S. Pulaski, Alsip
3:30 pm - Tatreez Embroidery →
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library District, 11960 S. Pulaski, Alsip
6:00 pm - Ladies Clothing Swap →
The Salvation Army Blue Island Worship & Community Center, 2900 W 127th St, Blue Island
10:00 am - Nicor Gas to promote natural gas safety at Alsip Fire Department →
11946 S Laramie Ave, Alsip
1:00 pm - The Boo-Tique Market Craft & Vendor Event →
Oak Lawn Community Pavilion, 9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn
12:00 pm
Monday September 28
Saturday October 3
Saturday October 10
Sunday October 11
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🗞 Nearby News
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- Cook County Approves $704K For Northbrook Bridge Rehabilitation (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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