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Village of Park Forest - Recreation, Parks & Community Health News

Posted on: July 31, 2024

[ARCHIVED] 2024 Beautification Awards Committee Winners List Brochure

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Celebrating Park Forest's Blossoming Beauty: Unveiling the 2024 Beautification Awards Winners!

Don't miss the highly anticipated 2024 Beautification Awards Committee Winners List Brochure! Get ready to witness the exceptional talent and creativity showcased in this year's award-winning projects. From gardens to landscapes, these residents have made the Village a more welcoming place to live.

Get Your Copy Today:

The 2024 Beautification Awards Committee Winners List Brochure is your guide to exploring the very best of Park Forest's blossoming beauty. Pick up your free copy at the following locations:

  • Park Forest Village Hall
  • Download villageofparkforest.com

Join the Village in celebrating the individuals and organizations who are making Park Forest a more beautiful place to live, work, and play!

2024 Beautification Award Brochure

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Contact Us

  1. Park Forest
    350 Victory Drive
    Park Forest, IL 60466
    Phone: 708-748-1112

Village Hours

  1. Village Hall Hours:
    9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Monday - Friday

    Extended Hours: 
    9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Monday Only (Water Dept. and RP&CH Only)

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