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Orland Fire Protection District hosts Coffee & Conversation March 12

The Orland Fire Protection District will host is next “Coffee & Conversation” public meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 beginning at 10 AM.

The meeting features special guests who address topics of interest to district residents. This meeting’s focus is “Empowered Aging: Finding the Right Care at Every Stage” which will address challenges facing families and seniors.

The speakers are Kym Schoendfel, Sidney Brooks and Stephanie Goron.

The meeting will also address the topic “A Victim’s Plea and Promise to Her Family,” led by Gina Cortez.

Orland Fire Protection District hosts Coffee & Conversation March 12, 2025

The meeting will be held at the OFPD Administration Building at 9790 W. 151st Street.

All of the meetings are open to residents who live in the Orland Fire Protection District which includes Orland Park, Orland Hills and unincorporated areas.

There is still time for Seniors to register for the OFPD’s annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Luncheon which will be held on Friday, March 14 beginning at 11 am. The cost is only $12. Tickets are on sale at the OFPD Administration Building.

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For more information, visit the OFPD website at www.OrlandFire.org.


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