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Kids might feel like school just let out for the summer, but the new school year is just around the corner. When does your kiddo go back? Check below for the basics on when school's back in session. <h2>Homewood School District 153</h2><ul><li>Thursday, Aug. 22</li></ul><h2>Homewood-Flossmoor High School</h2><ul><li>Wednesday, Aug. 14</li></ul><h2>Flossmoor School District 161</h2><ul><li>Monday, Aug. 26</li></ul><h2>Marian Catholic High School</h2><ul><li>Monday, Aug. 19</li></ul>For more information about school openings, contact your student's respective school(s). Sign up to start writing a blog in … <ul><li><a href="https://chicagoheights.patch.com/blogs/new" rel="nofollow">Chicago Heights</a></li><li><a href="https://homewood-flossmoor.patch.com/blogs/new" rel="nofollow">Homewood-Flossmoor</a></li></ul>

Kids might feel like school just let out for the summer, but the new school year is just around the corner. When does your kiddo go back?

Check below for the basics on when school's back in session. <h2>Homewood School District 153</h2><ul><li>Thursday, Aug. 22</li></ul>

<h2>Homewood-Flossmoor High School</h2><ul><li>Wednesday, Aug. 14</li></ul><h2>Flossmoor School District 161</h2><ul><li>Monday, Aug. 26</li></ul><h2>Marian Catholic High School</h2><ul><li>Monday, Aug. 19</li></ul>For more information about school openings, contact your student’s respective school(s). Sign up to start writing a blog in …

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World Migratory Bird Day

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

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The fee replaces the vehicle sticker in the village.  

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