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“Christmas Carol” Shimmers With Holiday Hope By: Anna Hessel
During this rather tremulous holiday season, Writers Theatre’s “One-Man A Christmas Carol” glimmers with the promise that live theater is going to weather the storm and hope is never really faraway. Dickens’ Christmas classic, with a simplistic but stunning set, wonderful photographic and video images, brings to fruition the cast of characters with clarity and […]
“The Steadfast Tin Soldier” Continues Onward in Stalwart Splendor. By: Wes Hessel
Looking GlassTheatre’s annual production of Mary Zimmerman’s adept adapation of the classic Hans Christian Andersen story strides on this year in virtual vision, streaming through December 27th. Recorded from performance last year, the great tale shines even more in the context of USA, 2020. Once again, we enjoy the beloved narrative of the loyal, determined […]
AARP Tax-Aide Program Seeks Volunteers
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide makes it easier for older and low-income taxpayers to file their tax returns and get the credits and deductions that they’ve earned. The Tax-Aide service is run completely by community volunteers. Volunteers provide free, in-person assistance in local neighborhoods, including at the Franklin Park Library, and receive training and IRS certification each […]
Limited Library Services Continue at the Franklin Park Library
The Library will continue with limited services for Fall 2020. Library hours are Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm, and closed Saturday and Sunday. We strive to keep our patrons and staff safe and healthy by following proper cleaning guidelines and quarantining returned materials. We ask that you follow these guidelines during your […]
October 2020 @ The Franklin Park Public Library
Franklin Park Public Library District We are located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, IL and offer a range of services and programs for children, teens and adults. Further information is available at www.fppld.org or by calling 847-455-6016. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for ALL library programs. Hours of Service: Monday-Friday 10:00 am […]
Progressive International Motorcycle Show
With press pass in hand I attended the Progressive International Motorcycle Show to take a few photos for People and Places Newspaper. Here is a sound/slide video that I put together with a few of those photos.
Father and Daughter Dance at North Park in Franklin Park
On February 8, 2020 the Park District of Franklin Park held their annual Father and Daughter Dance. They held a dance on February 7, 2020 as well. Here is a video from the dance held on February 8th.
27th. Annual Special Needs Ice Skating Competition and Hockey Game
The 27th. Annual Special Needs Ice Skating Competition and Hockey Game between The Chicago Blackhawks Special Hockey Team and The Wisconsin Timberwolves was held at The Franklin Park Ice Arena. It was a fun filled event for the entire family. The day started off with the annual match-up between The Hornets Sled Hockey Team and […]
Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
This past Christmas season my family and I went downtown to Daley Plaza to partake in Chicago’s Annual Christkindlmarket. While I was down there I took a few photographs for People and Places Newspaper. Here are the photos that I took.
Franklin Park School District 84 Students Performing at Franklin Park’s Winterfest
The school children of Franklin Park’s School District #84 performed at the annual Winterfest at Hammill Square. It was a beautiful night for Christmas Carols, Christmas lights, Santa and Mrs. Claus and hot chocolate. Here is a video from the performance.
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