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Support the Orland Township Pet-Pantry T-Shirt Fundraiser

August 31, 2022August 31, 2022 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Support the Orland Township Pet-Pantry T-Shirt Fundraiser Orland Township has launched a t-shirt fundraiser for the Orland Township Pet-Pantry, in support of Pet-Palooza’s 10th anniversary. Orland Township has announced that the Pet-Palooza 10th Anniversary t-shirt fundraiser is live, and limited-edition shirts are now available for purchase! The Orland Township Pet Pantry aims to provide food…

Cook County, Events, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club

June 14, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club Are you looking to try new restaurants and meet new friends? This club might be perfect for you. Join Supervisor Paul O’Grady and other Orland Township senior residents for food, drinks, and fun! The Supervisor’s Supper Club will meet quarterly for dinner at different local…

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Illinois Secretary of State’s race is a mess

May 8, 2022May 9, 2022 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

Illinois Secretary of State’s race is a mess Most elections are pretty much decided before voters even get to go to the ballot box. But the race for Illinois Secretary of State is wide open, but it’s a mess. No one is really talking about the real issues that exist in the massive statewide office…

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Orland Township Honors Volunteers

April 27, 2022April 27, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Honors Volunteers April 20 was proclaimed Volunteer Appreciation Day in Orland Township. In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Day, Orland Township hosted a ‘Berry Sweet’ volunteer appreciation dinner on Wednesday, April 20, at RoccoVino’s in Orland Park, to celebrate the contributions of the many volunteers that dedicate their time and service to the Township….

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Orland Township’s Senior Health Fair celebrates Older American Month

April 27, 2022April 27, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s Senior Health Fair celebrates Older American Month Orland Township to hold Senior Health Fair in May in recognizance of Older Americans Month Orland Township invites local seniors to take part in the month-long celebration of Older Americans Month. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they…

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Orland Township Celebrates Older Americans Month

April 16, 2022April 16, 2022 News Editor No Comments

Orland Township Celebrates Older Americans Month Kick off the celebrations with the Township’s first ever Senior Block Party. Orland Township invites local seniors to take part in the month-long celebration of Older Americans Month. Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the…

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Supervisor O’Grady hosts COVID booster clinic, and Fabulous February craft show

January 12, 2022January 12, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Supervisor O’Grady hosts COVID booster clinic, and Fabulous February craft show Orland Township Hosts another successful COVID-19 Booster Clinic. hosts. Nearly 100 residents arrived to receive their dose; Orland Township hosts “Feel Fabulous February” Orland Township’s Winter craft show offers an evening of relaxation. Nearly 100 residents arrived at Orland Township on Wednesday, Jan. 12, to receive a…

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Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

November 30, 2021November 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness In the spirit of holiday giving, one very special resident of Orland Park donated more than 146 winter hats to Orland Township. In the spirit of holiday giving, one very special resident of Orland Park donated more than 146 winter hats to Orland Township. Jean Metzler, 86, has…

Features, Government, News, Orland Township

Orland Township Receives Holiday Donation from Orland Park Lion’s Club

November 27, 2021November 27, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Receives Holiday Donation from Orland Park Lion’s Club The Orland Park Lion’s Club presented a substantial donation to the Orland Township Food Pantry. The Orland Park Lions Club graciously arrived at Orland Township on Friday, Nov. 19, with a substantial donation for the Orland Township Food Pantry to assist residents experiencing financial hardship,…

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Orland Township hosts digital Toy Drives for needy families

November 24, 2021November 24, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township hosts digital Toy Drives for needy families Orland Township is offering digital donation opportunities in their 2021 Holiday Program, and showcasing other Toy Drives for needy families Wishing to help Orland Township make the lives of local families a little brighter this season, but just don’t have the time? Donate to the Orland…

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Orland Township Receives 2021 Top Hat Award

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Receives 2021 Top Hat Award The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago presented the award on Sunday, Nov. 21. On Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago awarded Orland Township with their Top Hat Award during the Annual Memorial and Awards Mass held at St. Mary Magdalene,…

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Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa Santa’s on his way to celebrate in Orland Township! Whether you’ve been naughty or nice; don’t think twice about attending Orland Township’s Bingo with Santa! Children and their families are invited to join Santa Claus and Supervisor Paul O’Grady with the Board of Trustees in celebrating the most wonderful…

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