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Orland Township Presents Seminars for Job Seekers

Posted on February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Township Presents Seminars for Job Seekers
Orland Township Presents Seminars for Job Seekers

Orland Township Presents Seminars for Job Seekers Learn the importance of social media and online skills when looking for employment Orland Township will offer two seminars to help residents update and adapt their skills for the current, online job market, according to the office of Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady. The seminars will be two…

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Orland Township and Secretary of State cut ribbon on new service facility

Posted on October 17, 2020October 17, 2020 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Orland Township and Secretary of State cut ribbon on new service facility
Orland Township and Secretary of State cut ribbon on new service facility

Orland Township and Secretary of State cut ribbon on new service facility Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White officially opened the new Secretary of State Service facility that was pushed out of Orland Park Village Hall by Mayor Keith Pekau. The move by O’Grady and White keeps the important…

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Arab American Democratic Club to host online rally

Posted on October 13, 2020October 29, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab American Democratic Club to host online rally

Arab American Democratic Club to host online rally Arab American Democrats will fete Democratic candidates running in the Nov. 3, 2020 General election at an online Zoom Conference that will be held Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 beginning at 11 AM. The conference includes elected officials, government officials of all parties, local community journalists and leaders…

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Cook County Forest Preserve to host public events Sept. 26 at forest locations

Posted on September 22, 2020September 22, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Forest Preserve to host public events Sept. 26 at forest locations
Cook County Forest Preserve to host public events Sept. 26 at forest locations

Cook County Forest Preserve to host public events Sept. 26 at forest locations The Forest Preserves of Cook County is throwing a party, and everyone is invited! From morning till night, Cook County residents can enjoy numerous self-guided activities and guided programs on September 26 at various Forest Preserves locations to celebrate National Public Lands…

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3rd District Congressional Democrat Marie Newman feted by Arab Americans

Posted on August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 3rd District Congressional Democrat Marie Newman feted by Arab Americans
3rd District Congressional Democrat Marie Newman feted by Arab Americans

3rd District Congressional Democrat Marie Newman feted by Arab Americans Arab and Muslim Americans will organize a rally Sept. 4, Friday for Marie Newman who is the democratic nominee for U.S. Congress in the 3rd Congressional District. The event is hosted by the American Arab Chamber of Commerce and the American Palestinian Club By Ray Hanania…

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Rep. Welch delivers keynote speech at Cicero MLK commemoration

Posted on January 16, 2020January 16, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rep. Welch delivers keynote speech at Cicero MLK commemoration
Rep. Welch delivers keynote speech at Cicero MLK commemoration

Rep. Welch delivers keynote speech at Cicero MLK commemoration The Town of Cicero hosted a commemoration honoring the legacy and life of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the few Chicagoland suburbs that does more than just see Dr. King as a holiday day-off.  State Rep. Emanuel Chris Welch, of the 7th House…

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House Speaker Mike Madigan to keynote Arab American Democratic Club candidates brunch

Posted on December 11, 2019December 11, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on House Speaker Mike Madigan to keynote Arab American Democratic Club candidates brunch
House Speaker Mike Madigan to keynote Arab American Democratic Club candidates brunch

House Speaker Mike Madigan to keynote Arab American Democratic Club candidates brunch The Arab American Democratic Club, Illinois’ largest and most responsive Democratic Arab political organization, is prod to host Illinois Speaker Michael J. Madigan as its keynote speaker at its annual Feb. 16, 2020 Candidates Forum and Brunch. Get info at www.AADCIL.com The Arab…

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Beast Women celebrates 13th year as Chicago’s premier All Female performance revue

Posted on November 20, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Beast Women celebrates 13th year as Chicago’s premier All Female performance revue
Beast Women celebrates 13th year as Chicago’s premier All Female performance revue

Beast Women celebrates 13th year as Chicago’s premier All Female performance revue WHO ARE BEAST WOMEN? Beast Women is an All-Female Performance Variety Revue, serving as a platform to showcase the best talent in Chicago. Featured artists include musicians, writers, dancers, comedians, burlesque performers, aerialists, sideshow acts, and so much more. Beast Women is not your…

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Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14

Posted on October 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14
Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14

Max & Benny’s Comedy Night Nov. 14 LIVE COMEDY FEATURING PROFESSIONAL,CHICAGO AREA and TOURING STAND-UP COMEDIANS Comedy show and Delicious Full Service Dinner from Special, Limited Menu [Soup or Salad, Entrée, Dessert and One Alcoholic Beverage (Red or White Wine, or Craft Beer)] $35.00 per person or $60.00 for two Dinner served at 7 pm, Show begins…

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Tim Ozinga announces for 37th District House seat Sept 25, 2019

Posted on September 24, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tim Ozinga announces for 37th District House seat Sept 25, 2019
Tim Ozinga announces for 37th District House seat Sept 25, 2019

Tim Ozinga announces for 37th District House seat Sept 25, 2019 On Wednesday, September 25, at 7:30pm, businessman and community leader, Tim Ozinga, will announce his candidacy for the office of Illinois State Representative in the 37th District. Mr. Ozinga will address the need to restore Illinois’ prosperity by restoring fiscal sanity and moral leadership…

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Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019

Posted on September 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019
Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019

Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019 The Orland Fire District is hosting a new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class starting October 7th, 2019. The classes will be held 8 consecutive Mondays from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm each evening. The classes are held at the Orland Fire…

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OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019

Posted on September 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019
OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019

OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019 The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) will focus on the challenges of Alzheimers at its next public “Coffee & Conversation” community meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2019. Research has shown that Music has a powerful impact on memory and can…

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Cicero hosts Houby Festival Oct 3 – 6, 2019

Posted on September 23, 2019September 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero hosts Houby Festival Oct 3 – 6, 2019
Cicero hosts Houby Festival Oct 3 – 6, 2019

Cicero hosts Houby Festival Oct 3 – 6, 2019 The 51st Annual Houby Festival will kick off on Thursday, October 3, 2019 featuring a carnival with rides for family and children, a variety of Czech and other ethnic foods, a wide range of entertainment, and a parade on Sunday Oct. 6. Houby is the Czech/Slovak…

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Quad Cities celebrates Oktoberfest Season with cruise, music and food

Posted on September 5, 2019September 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Quad Cities celebrates Oktoberfest Season with cruise, music and food

Quad Cities celebrates Oktoberfest Season with cruise, music and food Fall is the season of leaves, cooler temps, pumpkin spice, and Oktoberfests!  There are a lot of different versions to this fun classic event in the Quad Cities. Cruise the Mississippi on the Oktoberfest cruise on September 19, 2019, with Barefoot Becky & the Ivanhoe…

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Former Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee to be Grand Marshall for State Fair parade

Posted on August 7, 2019August 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Former Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee to be Grand Marshall for State Fair parade
Former Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee to be Grand Marshall for State Fair parade

Former Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee to be Grand Marshall for State Fair parade The Illinois State Fair along with Governor JB Pritzker, announced Olympic Gold Medal winner and East St. Louis native Jackie Joyner-Kersee will serve as the Grand Marshall for the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade. The retired American track and field athlete won three…

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Steppenwolf Theater hosts benefit with McDonald-Rudertsky concert Sept. 15

Posted on August 5, 2019August 5, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Steppenwolf Theater hosts benefit with McDonald-Rudertsky concert Sept. 15
Steppenwolf Theater hosts benefit with McDonald-Rudertsky concert Sept. 15

Steppenwolf Theater hosts benefit with McDonald-Rudertsky concert Sept. 15 Steppenwolf’s LookOut Series and Mark Cortale Present. Audra McDonald in Concert with Seth Rudetsky. A Benefit for Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Sunday, September 15 at 5 pm and 7:30 pm Historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald reunites with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky direct from their critically acclaimed performances at Town…

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Lyons Music in the Park continues thru August 28

Posted on July 24, 2019July 24, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons Music in the Park continues thru August 28
Lyons Music in the Park continues thru August 28

Lyons Music in the Park continues thru August 28 The Village of lyons contoinues it’s weekly musical entertainment, Music in the Park, from 6 PM until 9 PM every Wednesday at Veterans Park, 4100 Lawndale Avenue. The Music in the Park is a part of Village President Christopher Getty’s program to strengthen community and neighborhood…

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Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20

Posted on July 14, 2019July 14, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20
Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20

Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20 The Orland Fire Protection District will celebrate its 50thAnniversary as a Fire District and its 125thyear fighting fires during its annual Open House on Saturday July 20, 2019. The annual Open House will be extra special this year, as the Orland Fire Protection District celebrates its…

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