Author: Jim Peterson

  • BarrieFest coming up on Saturday September 7

    BarrieFest coming up on Saturday September 7

    Join us for fun, food, and friendship in Barrie Park! Noon until 5:00pm on Saturday, Sept. 7. We’re still finalizing the details, but here’s some of what will be happening. Bounce House & Obstacle Course for the kidsClimbing WallLive musicOrganization & Business FairTropical Sno Shaved Ice from our great sponsor, Forest Park National Bank Food…

  • Are you ready for some Trivia?!?!?!

    Are you ready for some Trivia?!?!?!

    Tickets are now on sale for SEOPCO’s second annual Trivia Night, hosted by the world-famous, or maybe just SEOP famous…definitely Irving famous Saks! Seriously – there are no better Trivia hosts in the village. This is a fundraiser for the amazing BarrieFest that we put on every September at Barrie Park. This year we’re looking…

  • Help us make the donuts!

    Help us make the donuts!

    We are excited to partner with Learning Edge Tutoring again to bring you delicious Farmer’s Market donuts on Aug 10. If you enjoy our candidate forums, BarrieFest and other SEOP news, watch this space to sign up for a fun (and fundraising) shift.

  • Real estate market report for South East Oak Park

    Real estate market report for South East Oak Park

    South East Oak Park Real Estate Market Update and Summer Home Maintenance Tips As we move into the summer months, it’s an excellent time to take a closer look at the real estate market in South East Oak Park and also consider some essential home maintenance tips to keep your property in top shape. The…

  • First Farmer’s Market on Saturday

    First Farmer’s Market on Saturday

    The first Farmer’s Market of 2024 will be held this Saturday in the parking lot of Pilgrim Church. Southeast Oak Park’s own Lyman Avenue Bread is returning to the market for the third year. Tim Giuffi is baking up a storm for Saturday, and is planning to have for sale:Country SourdoughToasted CornDeli RyeWheat Sandwich BreadOliveSeedy…