š± See how Oak Park and River Forest fared in journalism sectionals
River Forest, Illinois Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again River Forest! Weāre bringing you the latest town highlights. Donāt miss out, keep going! āļø
In today's newsletter:
- See how Oak Park and River Forest fared in journalism sectionals
- River Forest community remembers Carole Ann Collins, 79
Also on today's calendar: Conserving Nature, Reviving Hope and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Fog will lift in the morning, with a high of 70 and low of 55 degrees.
- Thursday: Warm with clouds and sun, temps: high: 81, low: 64.
- Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 74 and low of 49 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Oak Lawn's journalism team dominates sectional run to State (southwestregionalpublishing.com) ā River Forest readers may be interested to know Oak Park and River Forest High Schoolās journalism team was among the programs outpaced by Oak Lawn Community High School in a recent sectional meet. Oak Lawnās squad dominated the April 10 competition, qualifying in 12 of 16 events for the upcoming state tournament. The story highlights standout student performances and the teamās momentum heading into state. 
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ā¢ Carole Collins, 79 (oakpark.com) ā River Forestāarea readers may recognize Carole Ann Collins, who grew up in Oak Park, graduated from Oak Park and River Forest High School, and later earned degrees from Dominican University. She built a career in IT project management, raised two children, and is remembered for her kindness, love of travel, and wide circle of friends. Ā Ā Ā
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Conserving Nature, Reviving Hope
Friendly Tap, 6733 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn
6:30 pm -
The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Rosemont, IL (May 2026)
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont
10:00 am
Thursday April 23
Saturday May 2
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Other local events
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Stories in the Rain
Concordia University Chicago, 7400 Augusta St, River Forest, IL, 60305
7:30 pm -
Spring Music Fest
Concordia University Chicago , 7400 Augusta St , River Forest
7:00 pm -
CAMERATA CHICAGO & VAN CLIBURN WINNER EVREN OZEL perform MOZART PIANO CONCERTO #20 in D Minor, K466
Fine Arts Building , 410 S Michigan Ave , Chicago
7:30 pm
Thursday April 23
Sunday April 26
Friday May 1
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š Events Nearby
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ABC Storytime
Melrose Park Public Library , 801 Broadway Ave , Melrose Park
10:00 am -
Drop-In Family Storytime
Eisenhower Public Library , 4613 N Oketo Ave , Harwood Heights
10:30 am -
Tween Hangout
West Addison Branch Library , 7536 West Addison Street , Chicago
3:30 pm -
Boys Volleyball Home vs Albright
Komarek School District , 8940 W 24th Street , North Riverside
4:15 pm -
Mini Mannheimers Event @ MECC
Mannheim Early Childhood Center Melrose Park, IL 60164
4:30 pm -
Bulldog Storytime
North Riverside Public Library , 2400 Des Plaines Ave , North Riverside
6:00 pm -
Investment Fraud: Spot the Red Flags, Take Action!
West Addison Branch Library , 7536 West Addison Street , Chicago
6:00 pm -
Canvas and Conversation: Evening Edition
Oriole Park Branch Library , 7454 West Balmoral Avenue , Chicago
6:00 pm -
Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
Riverside, IL Calendar , 27 Riverside Rd. , Riverside
6:30 pm
Wednesday April 22
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š Nearby News
Oak Park
- Oak Park Township announces makeup date for town meeting (oakpark.com)
- Historic preservation's economic impact (oakpark.com)
- OakĀ ParkĀ police stationĀ āquick take'Ā bid moves forward (oakpark.com)
Maywood
- Report: Birmingham Stallions release defensive tackle Perrion Winfrey (bgmsportstrax.com)
Elmhurst
- Elmhurst May Face Budget Challenge With State's 'Slap In Face' (patch.com)
- Elmhurst Mayor Warns Of 'Radical' Housing Bill Before Legislature (patch.com)
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