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The original item was published from 7/5/2018 10:07:41 AM to 8/1/2018 12:00:02 AM.

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Village of Park Forest - Recreation, Parks & Community Health News

Posted on: July 5, 2018

[ARCHIVED] Park Forest Car Show Wednesday, July 25, 2018 5 pm-8 pm

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Park Forest Youth Commission to host Job Readiness Fair for teens, young adults

Park Forest Youth Commission to host Job Readiness Fair for teens, young adults

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Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Park Forest urges meningococcal awareness after two deaths reported in Chicago

Posted on: February 4, 2026
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Park Forest to hold Resident-Only Park Permit presale, Feb. 2–4

Posted on: January 27, 2026
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Park Forest aligns with Illinois guidance on childhood vaccines amid federal changes

Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Flu Activity in Suburban Cook County Elevated to Very High

Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Park Forest urges caution as snowfall, cold raise health risks for shovelers

Posted on: December 5, 2025
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Park Forest Board approves $10M Aqua Center redevelopment

Posted on: November 19, 2025 | Last Modified on: November 19, 2025
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Park Forest launches new Community Health Corner to promote wellness awareness

Posted on: November 10, 2025
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Park Forest hosts community vaccination clinic ahead of holiday season

Posted on: October 17, 2025
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Park Forest’s Safe Halloween returns Oct. 25 in the DownTown

Posted on: October 15, 2025
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Park Forest highlights Sexual Health Awareness Month with resources for residents

Posted on: September 23, 2025
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Park Forest Fall Fest Returns Oct. 4 at Somonauk Nature Adventure Park

Posted on: September 22, 2025
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Park Forest urges vigilance after first West Nile death reported in Cook County

Posted on: September 17, 2025
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Park Forest highlights resources during National Suicide Prevention Month

Posted on: September 16, 2025
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Park Forest launches survey to determine future of Aqua Center

Posted on: September 5, 2025
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Park Forest Freedom Hall announces new season, tickets available Friday

Posted on: September 4, 2025
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Park Forest urges precautions after new mpox cases reported in Cook County

Posted on: August 22, 2025
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Posted on: August 19, 2025
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Posted on: August 7, 2025
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Park Forest introduces Reecy the Raccoon as new community mascot

Posted on: August 1, 2025
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Posted on: July 24, 2025
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Posted on: July 11, 2025
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Submit your entry for the Park Forest Beautification Awards beginning June 2

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Park Forest to hosts 'Reimagining Cabaret – The Genres Explored'

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Posted on: March 28, 2025
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Posted on: March 10, 2025
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Posted on: October 28, 2024
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Park Forest hosts breast cancer awareness event on Oct. 15

Posted on: October 9, 2024
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Park Forest Bark District at Winnebago Park to close Aug. 2 for maintenance

Posted on: July 27, 2023
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Main Street Nights canceled July 12 due to severe weather

Posted on: July 12, 2023
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Park Forest Tennis and Health Club tennis courts closed this week for resurfacing, maintenance

Posted on: July 11, 2023
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Main Street Market kicks off this weekend, May 6

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Posted on: April 17, 2023
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PF Aqua Center's early bird membership is on sale now; rolls out new offerings for 2023 season

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Pickleball tournament at the Park Forest Tennis & Health Club, Sept. 28-30

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Blood drive, Oct. 20

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Senior resource book launching, Sept. 1

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  1. Park Forest
    350 Victory Drive
    Park Forest, IL 60466
    Phone: 708-748-1112

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  1. Village Hall Hours:
    9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Monday - Friday

    Extended Hours: 
    9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Monday Only (Water Dept. and RP&CH Only)

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