Palos

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Weekly E-News

February 23, 2024

Next Village Meeting is Scheduled for Monday, March 11, 2024.

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Recreation Department

Our Spring guide is now live on our website! Discover exciting activities and programs for all ages in our Spring Recreation Guide. From youth sports to adult fitness classes, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Important Notice for 60464 Residents: Did you miss our postcard mailer for the Spring Recreation Guide? Please email recreation@palospark.org

to ensure your address receives future mailings!

Palos Village Players: Opening Weekend! Don't miss the opening weekend of the Palos Village Players' winter production, "1959 Pink Thunderbird!" Experience the magic of two one-act plays by James McClure. Visit palosvillageplayers.com for tickets and showtimes.

Brunch With the Bunny Update: Attention! Our Brunch with the Bunny event is now full, and the waitlist is closed. Please note that we will not be able to accept day-of registrations, and all aspects of the event are registration-only, including the egg hunt.

Rid Litter Day: celebrate the nature that surrounds our community. Volunteer at our annual Rid-Litter Day on Saturday, April 20.

Arbor Day 2024: Palos Park Arbor Day Celebration will take place at The Center on Sunday, May 5. Full details will be released soon.

Stay tuned for more updates and events from the Palos Park Recreation and Parks Department!

February Move with the Mayor Recap

As part of our Move with the Mayor initiative, doctors from Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital's Cardiovascular Institute spoke with residents about heart health. Watch the full presentation on the Village YouTube channel.

Development Code Update – Comments

The Village is still accepting comments on the Technical Report that was prepared as part of the development code update project. We encourage you to review the technical report and provide comments; these comments would be useful in preparing draft code changes. The Technical Report can be found online here. We have prepared a comment form for you to use to provide comments (which can be found online here) or you can email mherman@palospark.org or you can drop off any written comments to the Building Department. 

Metra Approves Battery-Powered Trainsets

Metra charged into a greener future when the Board of Directors approved a contract to buy zero-emission, battery-powered trainsets. Metra will be one of the first in the nation to operate this innovative technology. To read the full press release click here.

Visit Chicago Southland Releases Its 2024 Visitors Guide

The 2024 Chicago Southland Visitors Guide has been released and Palos Park was included. The guide includes sections of Things to See and Do, Arts & Culture, Accommodations, Dining, Shopping, Transportation and Golf in Chicago’s 60 south and southwest suburbs. To order a hard copy of the Visitors Guide, click here or call Visit Chicago Southland at 888-895-8233. For a digital copy of the 2024 Visitors Guide click here.

Palos Park Police News

“Stop the Bleed” Class

The Palos Park Police and the Palos Park CERT is offering a FREE “Stop the Bleed” class on March 5th, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The class will be held from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Kaptur Administrative Center, 8999 West 123rd Street.

This engaging “Stop the Bleed” course will give participants skills which can make the difference between life and death when it comes to home injuries, work-related injuries, motor vehicle crashes or mass shootings.

“Stop the Bleed” focuses on the immediate response to bleeding, recognition of life-threatening bleeding, and appropriate ways to stop bleeding. During the 90-minute session, participants will have an opportunity to practice with tourniquets, apply direct pressure to simulated wounds and learn how to pack (fill) wounds with medical gauze.

To reserve your seat or for questions regarding this training contact Sergeant Ross Chibe (rchibe@palospark.org) or Officer Fernando “Frank” Flores (fflores@palospark.org), Emergency Preparedness/CERT Coordinator.

Palos Park Woman's Club Author's Night

On February 15, the Palos Park Woman's Club hosted an Author's Night at the Palos Park Public Library. Two of the Club's members, Erin Stevenson and Nina Koziol presented their newly published books. Erin’s children’s book is entitled, “I am Strong” and Nina’s gardening book is entitled, “White Gardens.” Both books are available on Amazon, 30 members were in attendance. The PPWC continues to grow with an abundance of exceptional women.

Shout Out to the Village Public Works Department

Thank you to Carol for taking time to recognize members of our Public Works Department for keeping our streets clear and safe during the winter weather.

Blue Star Memorial Bricks

The Blue Star Memorial, located at the Village Green, is a tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces who have defended the United States of America. Residents may purchase a personalized brick to honor a loved one who served in the military. Visit our website for more information. These pavers may be purchased throughout the year by completing the order form.  If you have any questions please contact Lisa Bujak, Assistant to Mayor and Village Manager, via email at lbujak@palospark.org or by phone at 708-671-3705.