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PALOS PARK WEEKLY | MAY 7, 2021

Help Protect Basic Services in Our Community

Mayors across Illinois are urging Governor Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to resist taking more local revenue - called the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) - from Illinois municipalities to fill the State's budget hole.


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Recreation Department

Kids Zone Summer Camp registration is now open! At Kids Zone summer camp our experienced staff will create a safe, welcoming and fun environment for your children. The camp will consist of, but not limited to: open playground time, art/science projects, reading activities, and outdoor time. Please pack a nut free lunch, water and snack for your child daily. Three or five day options are available. For more information or to register please visit: https://www.palospark.org/455/Kids-Zone-Summer-Camp


Looking for a place to host your next event? The Recreation Center has several options available to accommodate your needs. Visit our website to see a list of our facilities as well as pricing.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information

Mother's Day COVID-19 Vaccination Event
Saturday, May 8
No Appointment Needed


In-Home Vaccination Program
Click the Flyer for more information regarding requirements and sign up
2021 Arbor Day Celebration
"Pollinator Garden"

PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
12330 Forest Glen Boulevard
Sunday, May 16th at 12 p.m.

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Branching Out with Native Shrubs & Trees
Presented by the Forest Preserves of Cook County in partnership with University of Illinois Extension, The Morton Arboretum and Chicago Region Tree Initiative

Zoom Presentation
Wednesday, May 26
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Branch out in a new direction by replacing invasive shrubs with native plants. Learn the advantages of planting native trees and shrubs and how they will benefit your yard. This is a free event. Registration required.
Autism Kits for First Responders

Palos Park Police officers heading out on patrol now take with them a Sense-ational Kit to accommodate any sensory needs . These kits can be used to comfort individuals who need help calming down or communicating during challenging situations. The kits contain items like noise-canceling earphones and sunglasses to help calm people dealing with sensory overload during emergencies.

Palos Park Police received funding from the Palos Park Police Foundation to enhance this project with wristbands for children that will help first responders identify children and their parents more quickly. The database can also provide personal details, such as that child's likes and interests, as a way to help first responders interact with the child.

Police Commissioner Dan Polk said, "Our kits will be useful for police and firefighters responding to an emergency, as flashing lights and sirens can provide sensory overload to children and adults with autism or without.

The autism kits come with instructions for the police officers on how to order replacement fidget toys and other devices as necessary. The signs of autism and knowing effective ways to approach a person on the autism spectrum can guide an officer and other first responders who may encounter a person with autism in the performance of their duties.
Pathlights Grief & Loss Support Group

The pain of loss can be overwhelming, but there are healthy ways to cope. Pathlights, formerly known as PLOWS Council on Aging, if offering a new six-week virtual support group that starts June 11 and runs through July 16. The group helps each other through shared experience and provides education and healing in a supportive environment. This group is free and open to everyone in the community. Learn more and register by calling our Caregiver expert Catherin at (708) 274-0052 or email her at cstowers@pathlights.org.

For more information about our free events and classes visit www.pathlights.org and follow us on https://www.facebook.com/pathlightsil/.
Shop & Dine in The Park

Palos Park has a variety of local restaurants and fast food establishments for your dining pleasure, whether you are in the mood for American, Chinese, Italian, Thai, or seafood. Many of the restaurants offer delivery and carry out services, as well as great casual dining.

For a full listing of all Palos Park Businesses, visit our website.
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