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University Park, Illinois Patch AM: a 3 min read

Coffee in hand, University Park? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Alpha Phi Omega 2026 Regions E/F/G Conference at Governors State University
  • Algonquin Family Play Night at Park Forest SD 163
  • Tool Lending Library at Park Forest Aqua Center

... and check out 1 more event on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why was the skeleton lonely? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 67 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Variable cloudiness, temps: high: 68, low: 52.
  • Wednesday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 72 and low of 51 degrees.

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Other local events
    Wednesday October 28
  • Algonquin Family Play Night
    Park Forest SD 163, 170 Algonquin St, Park Forest
    5:00 pm
    • Saturday October 31
  • Tool Lending Library →
    Park Forest Aqua Center, 30 N. Orchard, Park Forest
    8:00 am
    • Saturday November 7
  • Tool Lending Library →
    Park Forest Aqua Center, 30 N. Orchard, Park Forest
    8:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • PrideStaff posted a job opening for 1st shift Shipping in University Park. Apply here.
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Assistant Manager 9158 in Monee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near University Park here.

🗞 Nearby News

Park Forest

  • Chorale, instrumental opportunities music to seniors' hearts (nwitimes.com)

Matteson

  • Matteson honor students bring Pumpkin Day to Park Forest senior center (chicagotribune.com)

Ok University Park! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the skeleton lonely?" — He had no body to play with. (Thank you Margie S. for sending it in!)
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