Friday, October 31, 2008
Falcon 5K Run/Walk & Kids Relay Nov 8th
Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Are Still Available at laGrange parks Village Hall
Daylight Savings Time Reminder
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Bike Auction
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Parent Information Night at Park Junior High
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Community Park District of La Grange Park Halloween Costume Party
Monday, October 20, 2008
City of Countryside's Fall Newsletter
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Year to date 2008 Real Estate Market Statistics!!
Disclaimer:
Statistics provided using data from Multiple Listing Service of Northern Illinois.
The Association makes no claim as to the accuracy of this data and has provided this data as a service to our members.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Nazareth Homecoming and Parade – October 18th
• Leave Nazareth’s front entrance and travel east on Ogden
• Turn left at Dover and head north
• Turn right on Woodlawn and head east
• Turn left on Waiola and go north
• Turn left on Harding and go west
• At stop sign at the curve go to Edgewood (south)
• Turn right on Ogden and return to Nazareth.
The sophomore game will begin at 11:00 a.m. and the Varsity game is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m.
Fall Festival at Memorial Park on October 18th!
The Carnival takes place on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.
11:15 a.m. Ohana Dance Troop of Chicago at the Band Shell - Ohana means family and the dancers invite you to experience the "halau" as a way to open up the festival and share in the art of Polynesian dancing.
11:30 a.m. Sonic Fuzz at the Main Stage – Rock with the young band from La Grange Park, influenced by mainstream rock like the Beastie Boys, Nine Inch Nails and the Who.
12:00 p.m. Samahang Kapatid at the Band Shell – Experience the dance of this Filipino-American Youth Group (nonprofit) organization formed to preserve and promote the Philippine cultural heritage through folk dancing, music, language and songs. Based in the western suburbs of Chicago area, its goal is to foster awareness and appreciation of the Philippine culture by performing at community sponsored events.
12:30 p.m. Three Finger Fencl at the Main Stage – This band’s music spans several decades and includes selections from artists such as Led Zeppelin, Foo Fighters, Dave Matthews, and John Mayer. With over 20 years of collective musical experience, each member has their own individual style and provides an energetic edge to live entertainment.
1:00 p.m. Scary Story Telling at the Band Shell – This first session is for the little ones (ages 6 and under). Join Debra Holmes, Assistant Children's Librarian, La Grange Park Library, for some fun tales in anticipation of the Halloween season.
1:30 p.m. Mother was Right at the Main Stage – Seasoned veterans of the music scene with years of experience performing at area venues such as The Taste of Chicago, Naperville Rib Fest, Eyes To The Skies Festival, Walter Payton's Roundhouse, Empress Casino and WGN's Morning Show. Cover material includes: No Doubt, Nora Jones, Pink, Melissa Etheridge, Maroon 5, Blondie, and Alanis Morrisette.
2:00 p.m. LTHS Latino Dance Troupe at the Band Shell - Explore the Hispanic culture through dance. The Latino Dance Troupe performs in school and community events. Staff member Aurora Colon is the Advisor to this program.
2:30 p.m. Hooked on Sonics at the Main Stage – This headlining band has a sense of humor and knows how to have a seriously good time! Injecting life and intense delivery into dance party classics from the 60's through today, they keep the songs coming one after another, and have perfected a sound that your ears won't believe. Cover work includes: Outkast, Van Morrison, David Bowie and Sir Mix A Lot.
3:15 p.m. Scary Story Telling at the Band Shell – For the older kids (ages 7 and older). Join Debra Holmes, Assistant Children's Librarian, La Grange Park Library, for some chilling (and sometimes fun) tales in anticipation of the Halloween season.
Festival Activities (from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
• Bean Bags – Open play for family fun or tournament play!
• Food, Hot Beverages and Harvest Brew Beer
• Pumpkin Carving and Scarecrow Building
• Face Painting and Children’s Games
• Climbing Wall
• Crafts and local Vendor Sales – shop for seasonal gifts!
• Dodgeball Tournament – For the young…and for the more experienced. Waiver is required to participate. There are two ways of play at the Fall festival:
o Open Play, Ages 7-14 - No pre-registration required. Must be present at 11 am at the skate rinks. There is no fee required. Participants will receive demonstration of play and rules.
o Organized Competition, Ages 15 and Up - Must be present at 11 am at the skate rinks to register your team of six (6). Teams of three (3) are welcomed and will be paired up with another threesome to complete the team. A fee of $5 per individual or $30 per (6 person) team is due at the time of competition.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Federal Disaster Declaration for Cook County
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Rain Barrels
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRDGC) once again has rain barrels available for purchase. Please click on the link below to be redirected to their site for ordering information.
http://www.mwrd.org/barrel/
CEP Youth Leadership Scholarship Fundraiser!!
7 – 10 p.m.
Harry’s Sports Bar and Grill
9901 W. 55th Street, Countryside, 60525
$35 covers open bar and appetizers
Proceeds support CEP Youth Leadership Scholarships for the Tutoring Program and the Junior High and High School Conferences.
For more information call: 708-579-5898.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
LaGrange Holloween Walk!!
Trick or treat! The business district of LaGrange opens its doors to trick or treaters of all ages. Kids and adults dress in their favorite costumes and follow a path to candy and treats throughout town. The Hallowen Walk begins at 11:00am from the Cossitt School Playground
go to www.lgba.com for route map and more information!
Sunday, October 5, 2008
LaGrange Parks Final Brush Pickup of the Year
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Countryside presents Harvest Fest!
Date: Saturday, Oct. 4
Time: Noon until 5 p.m.
Place: Countryside Park
Located at 61st Street, 1/2 block east of Brainard Avenue
Fest Schedule
12 - 1 p.m. Pumpkin Painting
12 - 4:45 Guess the pumpkin's weight
12:30 - 12:45 Flying High Performance
12:50 p.m. Mayor's Welcome
1 - 3 p.m. Carnival Games
1 - 3 p.m. Home Depot craft projects
1 - 3 p.m. Scarecrow Bingo
1:30 - 4:30 Hay rides
1:30 - 4:30 Pony rides
2 - 4 p.m. Face painters
3 - 4:30 p.m. Scarecrow making contest
4 - 5 p.m.Pumpkin Painting
4:20 p.m. Costume Contest
4:45 p.m. Scarecrow Parade
Throughout the day: Pumpkin Patch, Moon Jump, DJ, Food, Games and Much More!
Sponsors: Vulcan Materials, Suburban Life, Cardinal Fitness, Lyons Township, AT&T
Visit gocountryside.net for more information!
Cook County Property Tax Bills Are Due November 3
Pay Online at cookcountytreasurer.com
Property tax bills for the second installment of tax year 2007 being mailed to property owners are due November 3, 2008, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas said today.
Effective October 1, owners of Cook County’s 1.7 million homes and other parcels of property can pay electronically from a checking or savings account at cookcountytreasurer.com, Pappas said.
Pappas advised owners to have their 14-digit Property Index Number available when they make on-line payments.
Owners should write the PIN on payment checks and need the bill and stub in making other forms of payment:
In person, at more than 300 Chase Bank locations, including at 68 Dominick’s stores.
In person, by direct debit at 217 participating community banks.
By return mail, postmarked no later than November 3, 2008.