Share The Warmth Of The Holidays By Leaving New Winter Gear On Green Hills Library's Giving Tree

​Green Hills library has put up its “Giving Tree” to collect warm winter gear for people struggling with housing insecurity through Jan. 4.

Haul Out The Holly, Kris Kringle Market Arrives In Palos Heights, Featuring Vendors, Santa And Parade

Enjoy live holiday music, crafts, libations, festive lights, a parade and more at Holiday In The Heights Dec. 5 and Dec. 6 in Palos Heights.

'Lights In The Heights' Brightens The Holidays At Palos Heights' Memorial Park

Treats, warm drinks, music and a visitor from the North Pole kick off Palos Heights' dazzling holiday light display Friday, Nov. 28.

Palos Lions Club Christmas Tree Lot Opens For Season Saturday With Delivery Of 700 Trees In Palos Heights

The Palos Lions Club is selling the freshest trees in town Nov. 22 to Dec. 15 at the Old National Bank lot in Palos Heights.

These Palos Area Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day 2025

A number of national chains, and some local restaurants, are open on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27.

Popular 'Christmas Teas Around The Tree' Tickets On Sale Now At The Center In Palos Park

Enjoy an elegant tea around the 20-foot-tall Christmas Tree at The Center In Palos Park, Dec. 9 through Dec. 13. Tickets are on sale now.

Palos Hills Resident Shares Gratitude For Volunteering At Toy Box Connection

Alma Fremarek reflects on how supporting the organization, created by her daughter, has brought purpose and joy to her year.

Palos Communities Set 2025 Trick Or Treating Hours

Residents are asked to leave their porch light on if they plan to participate.

Put On Your Spooky Duds And Head Over For Treats And Trucks Thursday At Palos Heights Pool

Wear your costume and head to the Palos Heights pool for Touch A Truck and Treat, Thursday, Oct. 23. Sensory-friendly zone available.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Palos This Fall

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Palos.

Midnight Terror reinvents its haunted house for all-new scares

RENOWNED OAK LAWN HAUNT REVAMPS THEME & CHARACTERS FOR ITS 12th SEASON

Lots Of Finds At Palos Hills Bargain Days Fall Community Garage Sale, Thursday Through Sunday

Put on your running shoes and shop dozens of garage sales Sept. 18 through Sept. 21 available at Palos Hills Bargain Days. See the list.

Majestic Monarch Butterfly's Migration Celebrated Saturday And Sunday At Lake Katherine Nature Center

Celebrate the incredible migration of the Monarch butterfly Sept. 20 and Sept. 21 at Lake Katherine Nature Center in Palos Heights.

Palos Park's Autumn In The Park Festival Live Music, Artisans, Wine, Beer, Spirits, Kids Stuff

Autumn In The Park Festival offers cozy vibes, a parade, music, wine, spirits, art and kids activities Sept. 19 and Sept. 20 in Palos Park.

Enjoy 'A Minecraft Movie' Under The Stars Friday On Palos Park Village Green

The Village of Palos Park, Project Fire Buddies and Local 4480 will host a free outdoor movie Friday, Sept. 5, on the village green.

Get Up Close And Personal With Llamas, Bunnies, Sheep, Mini-Donkey And More Saturday At Green Hills Library

Get up close and personal with llamas, bunnies, sheep, a mini-donkey and more this Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Green Hills Public Library.

Over 700 Retro Rides Line Harlem Avenue Thursday At Palos Heights Classic Car Show

Hundreds of classic cars will line Harlem Avenue Thursday, July 17, for the 2025 Palos Heights Classic Car Show.

Volunteers Needed For Set Up, Take Down, Of Friendship Fest, High Schoolers Can Earn Community Service Hours

High school students can earn community service hours by helping set up and take down chairs and tables July 9 and July 14

Get Friendly At Palos Hills Friendship Fest, Featuring 4 Days Of Music, Food, Car Show, Rides And More

Friendship Fest 2025 returns to Palos Hills July 10 through July 13 featuring live music, food, beer, crafts, car show, fireworks and more.

Fireworks Near Me: Palos July 4th, 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Palos.

Hickory Hills Street Fair Offers Blocks Of Shopping, Vendors, Food Trucks, Classic Cars On Roberts Road

The 45th Hickory Hills Street Fair kicks off June 28 and June 29, offering rides, music, food, beer and blocks of handmade arts and crafts.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Palos

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Palos.

Palos Heights Plans Red, White And Blue Independence Day Celebration With Inflatables, Fireworks And Parade

Fireworks, music, food, beer, inflatables and more featured in Community Park and Lake Katherine, July 3 and a parade on July 4.

Mother's Day 2025 Brunch: Reserve Now In Palos

With Mother's Day falling on May 11 this year, here are some local restaurants to consider for celebrating the holiday.

New Year’s Eve 2024 In Palos: Kids Noon Year's Eve, Dance Monkey

There are plenty of parties, shows and family events planned near Palos to help you ring in 2025.

Hickory Hills Man Shares Christmas Wish For Santa

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to share letters to Santa this holiday season.

Santa Takes Time Out Of Busy Schedule For Ride-A-Long In Palos Hills

Santa will be touring Palos Hills on Sunday, Dec. 15, greeting kids from one to 92. See the map and track his route on the SantaTracker.

Letter To Santa From Hickory Hills Man

We’ve partnered with T-Mobile to share local children's letters to Santa this holiday season.

Jam At The Palos Park Jolly Jamboree, Tree Lighting And Holiday Market

The Yuletide frivolity kicks off Thursday, Dec. 5, at Palos Park Rec Center for Santa photo ops, kids activities, food, music and libations.

Jingle All The Way To Palos Heights Kris Kringle Market And Parade

Enjoy live holiday music, crafts, libations, festive lights, a parade and more at Holiday In The Heights Dec. 6 and Dec. 7 in Palos Heights.

Lights In The Heights Kicks Off Holiday Season Friday At Memorial Park

Treats, warm drinks, music and a visitor from the North Pole kick off Palos Heights dazzling light display Friday, Nov. 29.

2024 Christmas Tree Guide: Where To Buy A Tree In Palos

Real trees will cost about $13 a foot, depending on the type of tree, with a typical 7-foot tree costing around $90.

Santa Claus Is Coming To Palos: Where To See Him

There will be some chances to catch jolly old St. Nick in Palos and across Chicagoland this holiday season.

Palos-Area Restaurants Open Thanksgiving Day

See which restaurants in the Palos area will be open for Thanksgiving 2024.

10 Palos Area Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season

Giving Tuesday, which in 2024 falls on Dec. 3, is a day dedicated to supporting nonprofit and community groups.

Palos Lions Set To Open Christmas Tree Lot For 75th Year

The Palos Lions Club is selling the freshest trees in town Nov. 23 to Dec. 15 in Palos Heights, with all proceeds going to local charities.

Spooky Trail, Games, Candy Featured Friday On Palos Park Village Green

Wear your costume and head over to the Palos Park Village Green for games, pumpkins, a spooky trail, contests and treats Friday, Oct. 25.

Scary And Not-So-Scary Haunted Hayrides Planned At Bennett Park

Climb aboard a hayrack Oct. 25 and Oct. 26 for a not-so-scary or scary ride through Bennett Park in Palos Hills. Two rides per night.

Put On Your Cape, Head To Palos Heights Pool For Treats And Trucks

Wear your costume and head to the Palos Heights pool for Touch A Truck and Treat, Thursday, Oct. 24. Sensory-friendly zone available.

Where To Pick Pumpkins In Palos This Fall

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Palos.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2024

Check Patch's list of fish fry events happening on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs for the 2024 Lenten season.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.