Book now for spring exterior painting and deck staining

Orland Painting and Decorating Service LLC

Local family owned painting contractor with 36 years experience specializing in interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repair, wall covering installation , interior window refinishing, power washing and deck repair and staining.

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Orland Park

Illinois

Local family owned painting contractor with 36 years experience specializing in interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repair, wall...

Affordable Legal Help for Every Illinois Resident

Joerika Stitt Esquire, LLC — My Illinois Court Navigator™

Attorney-guided legal help for Illinois residents — no retainer, no consultation required. Flat-fee uncontested divorce starting at $1,850. Attorney-drafted prenuptial agreements starting at $1,850. Small business formation starting at $1,500. Licensed Illinois attorney serving clients statewide.

Cook

Olympia Fields

Joerika Stitt Esquire, LLC — My Illinois Court...

Attorney-guided legal help for Illinois residents — no retainer, no consultation required. Flat-fee uncontested divorce starting at $1,850....

A Calm, Inclusive Space for Mental Wellness

Step-by-Step: The Spa for Your Mind

Step-by-Step: The Spa for Your Mind is a modern mental wellness practice focused on therapy, emotional balance, and personal growth. We provide a calm, affirming, and inclusive environment where clients can explore their mental health at their own pace. Our approach centers on compassion, self-awareness, and individualized care rather than pressure or one-size-fits-all solutions. We support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Step-by-Step is committed to culturally responsive and LGBTQ+ affirming care, ensuring that all clients feel safe, respected, and heard. Mental wellness is a journey, and we are here to walk it with you, one step at a time. Two locations to serve you: • Evergreen Park Location: 9730 S Western Ave, Suite 203, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 • Homewood Location: 1820 Ridge Rd, Suite 303B, Homewood, IL 60430

Lorraine Swanson

Evergreen Park

Step-by-Step: The Spa for Your Mind is a modern mental wellness practice focused on therapy, emotional balance, and personal growth. We provide a...

Beyond the Book, A Literary Experience

Bookstore • Coffee • Podcast Studio Step into Beyond the Book, a cozy literary haven where stories, coffee, and community come together. More than a bookstore, we’re a creative hub for readers and writers—celebrating diverse authors, hosting inspiring workshops, and nurturing the next generation of storytellers. From our South Suburban Literary Book Award to our Aspiring Authors Workshop, we honor the power of words to connect and transform. Whether you’re writing your first page or sipping your favorite brew, you’ll find your place, and your story, Beyond the Book. Through collaborations with thought leaders, nonprofits, and corporations, Beyond the Book weaves together a community where the love of reading, writing, and authorship is celebrated and cultivated with intention.

Homewood-Flossmoor

Bookstore • Coffee • Podcast Studio Step into Beyond the Book, a cozy literary haven where stories, coffee, and community come together. More than...

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!!!!Join the staff at Expressions Salon in Downtown Homewood for Ladies Night Out!June 18, 2015 6 to 8 pmat Expressions Salon1940 Ridge RoadHomewood, IL 60430There will be multiple vendors, swag bags for the first 20 guests, drinks and hor d'oeuvres and the opportunity to participate in the our raffle. Proceeds from the raffle will be donated to the Cancer Support Center in Homewood. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES: UPSADAISY BOUTIQUE, RECONSTRUCTURED FITNESS, PAPARAZZI JEWELRY, MARY KAY COSMETICS, TASTEFULLY SIMPLE, ADJUSTING TO HEALTH, FRATELLO'S DELI AND CATERING, LA BANQUE HOTEL, AND SURFACE HAIR!Raffle tickets are $10 per entry. There is no limit on the number of entries.

Join the staff at Expressions Salon in Downtown Homewood for Ladies Night Out!June 18, 2015

6 to 8 pmat Expressions Salon

1940 Ridge RoadHomewood, IL 60430

There will be multiple vendors, swag bags for the first 20 guests, drinks and hor d’oeuvres and the opportunity to participate in the our raffle. Proceeds from the raffle will be donated to the Cancer Support Center in Homewood. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES: UPSADAISY BOUTIQUE, RECONSTRUCTURED FITNESS, PAPARAZZI JEWELRY, MARY KAY COSMETICS, TASTEFULLY SIMPLE, ADJUSTING TO HEALTH, FRATELLO’S DELI AND CATERING, LA BANQUE HOTEL, AND SURFACE HAIR!

Raffle tickets are $10 per entry. There is no limit on the number of entries.

Shopping, Raffle Prize and More This Year for Expressions Annual Ladies Night Out!

Expressions Salon in Downtown Homewood 2nd Annual Ladies Night Out!

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Hammond

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Andrea Earnest

Frankfort

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Mokena

Izaak Walton Preserve

Join Thorn Creek Audubon guides for an immersive bird watching tour through the beautiful Izaak Walton Preserve. Kick off your morning with coffee and muffins at 7:00 AM before heading out to spot diverse local species including waterfowl, warblers, and woodpeckers at 8:00 AM.&nbsp; Celebrate Homewood's World Migratory Bird Day.

Local Event: World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day

Join Thorn Creek Audubon guides for an immersive bird watching tour through the beautiful Izaak Walton Preserve. Kick off your...

Old Western Avenue & Broadway Street

Mai Fest is back for the 5th year bigger than ever!&nbsp; With over 100 artisan vendors, 4 live bands, and food and drink, it promises to be a great day!&nbsp; A great way to celebrate Mother's Day weekend..find mom the perfect gift, or spend the day perusing the handmade goods and enjoying the live music.&nbsp; The fest runs from Noon to 5pm.&nbsp; There is free parking available in the city lots off of Western Ave north of the Cal Sag, and there will be a free shuttle to transport folks from the lots to and from the fest.

Local Event: Mai Fest 2026 Arts & Crafts Street Fair

Blue Island

Mai Fest 2026 Arts & Crafts Street Fair

Mai Fest is back for the 5th year bigger than ever!  With over 100 artisan vendors, 4 live bands, and food and drink, it...

South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of April 27

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.

Obituaries

Monthly Vehicle Fee Kicks In May 1 For...

The fee replaces the vehicle sticker in the village.  

Monthly Vehicle Fee Kicks In May 1 For Flossmoor Residents 

Politics & Government

Homewood Public Works To Host Open House

The May 16 event is free to attend and open to the public. 

Community Corner

Flossmoor School District 161 Recognized With...

The district will receive a $10,000 award to support the implementation of new and impactful opportunities for English Learner students. 

Flossmoor School District 161 Recognized With 2025–26 Bilingual Education Award

Schools

American Red Cross to Honor Flossmoor Doctor As...

LaMenta Conway founded I Am Abel Foundation, an organization dedicated to inspiring and preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders.

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