Community Compost Collection Series Event on Saturday, June 26

University of Illinois Extension in Cook County and Village of Park Forest have teamed up to keep compostables out of the landfill. Drop off your yard/garden/kitchen waste to be composted and pick up a bucket of compost for your garden. Please BYOB (Bring...

Plastic Free July

18 things that you can do to reduce plastic:

1. Bring Your Own Shopping Bag
   • If necessary, choose paper bags.
2. Purchase Secondhand
3. Buy Loose & in Bulk 
   • Buy items you can purchase often in bulk with little to no packaging. Look for sustainable packaging...

Let’s Fight COVID Together!

Join the Village of Olympia Fields campaign to proudly share your vaccination status and receive a "COVID Vaccinated Button". Residents can stop by Village Hall, show proof of your vaccine status and receive a button.  

Vaccines are one ...

Phase 5 Guidance for Businesses and Venues

This guidance replaces the industry-specific guidance that the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity published as part of the state's Restore Illinois plan. This guidance includes recommendations for all types of businesses and venues, ...

Metra to Increase Service

With ridership steadily increasing from pandemic lows, Metra will be adding service to all of it lines starting in July and will introduce enhanced pilot schedules on four lines with more off-peak options to meet the post-COVID needs of riders. 

F...

ComEd Reminds Residents to Practice Balloon Safety During Graduation Season and Year Round

Graduation season has begun and ComEd is warning customers about the public safety risks associated with helium-filled foil balloons. While families and students continue to opt for at-home celebrations to honor the class of 2021 and special celebrations ...

Zumba, Tai Chi and Qiigong in the Park

Olympia Fields Park District is offering weekly Zumba, Tai Chi and Qiigong classes this summer! 

Zumba will be held weekly from the following dates: 

Wednesdays:June 9 - June 14July 28 - September 17pm - 8pm 

Saturdays:June 12 - Ju...

Letter from the Village President

Letter from the Village President

Spring Has Sprung In The Beautiful Olympia Fields

Spring and "springtime" refer to ideas and moments of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection, regrowth and transition. Springtime is always one of the most b...

ComEd Energy Efficiency Program

ComEd has a variety of options to help you save. 

On a Limited Budget?

Look how you can save. Qualifying is easier than you may think!

Home Energy UpgradesIf your home and household income meet qualifying guidelines, you can get FREE weatherization,...

ComEd Offers Payment Assistance Options

As a community, working together to move beyond the impact of COVID-19 is important. ComEd understands that some valued customers may need help paying their electric bills. That’s why they are offering additional assistance opportunities for eligible cust...

Community Shred Day on June 12

Representative William Davis presents Community Shred Day: Electronic Recycling & Prescription Drug Take Back on Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. This is free to the community and for households only (no businesses). Onsite shredding an...

UPS Hiring Events

Learn more about UPS opportunities at the May Chicago-based UPS hiring events for CDL Team Drivers and Warehouse Workers.

Chicago-based CDL Team Drivers and Warehouse Workers - May 6, 15, 22, 27

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Governors State University to Vaccinate Community on May 15

University Park — Governors State University and South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association are partnering with Walgreens to host a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the university on Saturday, May 15, 2021 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

On Tuesday, Walgreen...

Virtual Hiring Event for Chicago Southland

Sign up for the Chicago Southland Virtual Hiring Event. Resume Required.

When:

Wednesday, May 19, 2021Choose your session: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Employment Opportunities:

Manufacturing CNC Operators: $14.00-$25.00Field Technician: $14.00-$16.00Machine O...

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Police Officer Application and Testing Information for Olympia Fields

The deadline to apply for the position below has been extended through July 14, 2021. Testing will take place July 31 at Woodgate Elementary School, 101 Central Avenue, Matteson, IL. Check-in begins at 1:30pm. Orientation starts at 2pm and the test will b...

ComEd Offers Options to Help Customers Manage Electric Bills

As many northern Illinois residents experience mounting expenses as a result of the pandemic, ComEd offers payment assistance programs that may help with past-due balances now and energy-saving tools that can lower bills in the future.

About the Program

“To...

New Driver Services Facility Opening in Chicago Heights

To address a growing need for residents in the Chicago Heights area to have convenient access to driver services, State Senator Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) and State Representative Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) will join Secretary of State Jesse White to...

Can't Leave Home? You Can Still Get a COVID Vaccine.

If you cannot leave home, you can still get a COVID
vaccine. The Cook County Department of Public Health has partnered with organizations who can provide in-home vaccination to those who qualify.

Qualifications for the ProgramTo qualify for this program, ...

Metra Expands Metra Electric Schedule May 10

Fulfilling its promise to reimagine and restore service as vaccination numbers increase and workers return to job sites, Metra is adding weekday and weekend trains to the Metra Electric Line beginning Monday, May 10.

Metra is adding four trains to Electric...

Legal Careers and Virtual Law School Immersion Program

About:The Future Legal Scholars Law Careers & Law School Immersion Program offers high school and college students a 5-day deep dive into various areas of legal practice, the day-to-day duties and tasks a lawyer might encounter, and a primer on variou...

Earn More and Work Towards Debt Free College by Joining UPS in Hodgkins, IL

Now Hiring Warehouse Workers in Hodgkins, IL. Work part-time at UPS in Hodgkins and get paid college tuition & fees. Receive a monthly CRCP bonus from $200-$500. Apply now for Summer or Fall!

Location: CACH Facility1 UPS Way, Hodgkins, IL 

Bene...

A New Mass Vaccination Site is Now Open Near Olympia Fields

A new mass vaccination site is now open near Olympia Fields. 

The site of the former Target in Lincoln Mall in Matteson is now Cook County's sixth mass vaccination site. Adults ages 16 and older are eligible for the vaccine at this time.

Appointmen...

Zoom Art Classes For Kids

Watercolor exploration and portrait classes for kids offered via Zoom! 

When:Classes will be held on Mondays & Wednesdays for a three week session:3-4pm Watercolor Exploration4-5pm Portrait Class

Week 1 - April 19 & 21Week 2 - April 26 &...

Richton Park Teen Making National Waves on Stage

Bri'Yon Watts, a senior at Southland College Prep Charter School, won a state championship in Dramatic Interpretation at the IHSA Speech competition for his performance in "Impact Statement" by Kristy Thomas. (Southland College Prep)

Whe...

Amazon Launching in University Park!

Be a part of the newest Amazon team in University Park. Full-time jobs near you earning 15.50/hr with benefits that start on your first day. No resume or experience required. 

About this EventAmazon will soon begin hiring for our new fulfillment c...

Restore Illinois Plan

Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced a new framework for Illinois to advance to Phase 5 of the state’s Restore Illinois Plan. In recognition of an increasing national vaccine supply and the state now av...

Cook County COVID 19 Recovery Emergency Rental Assistance

Do you live in Suburban Cook County and need help paying rent and utilities due to COVID-19? The Cook County Emergency Rental Assistance program pays up to 12 months of missed rent and utilities payments and up to 3 months of future rent payments.

How can ...

Road Closure at Vollmer Road and Crawford Avenue

Cook County Department of Public Health Eases COVID-19 Mitigation Measures

Forest Park, IL—Today, the Cook County Department of Public Health issued COVID-19 Mitigation Order 2021-5 to continue easing mitigation measures in suburban Cook County.

Effective immediately, Mitigation Order 2021-5 increases capacity limits in...

Southland College Prep Charter Students Find Speech Success

Two Southland College Prep Charter High School seniors placed first and second in separate events of the Illinois High School Association virtual 2020-21 State Speech Championship tournament.

Bri’Yon Watts captured the Illinois state championship...

American Association of Blacks in Energy is Accepting Scholarship Applications

To be eligible for a new scholarship, all four (4) of the following requirements must be met:

1. The student must have an unweighted academic average of “B” or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale).

2. The student must be a graduating high school ...

Watch Southland College Prep Charter High School's production of Harlem Renaissance

Musician and tap dancer Time Brickey joins Southland College Prep's dancers in the school’s production of “Harlem Renaissance” to celebrate Black History Month. 

Southland College Prep Charter High School in ...

Open Enrollment Has Begun

The ACA Health Insurance Marketplace is now open. The COVID-19 Special Enrollment Period (SEP) runs February 15 – May 15, 2021. If you do not have health care coverage, this is an opportunity to get insurance coverage regardless of income or employment.

Village of Flossmoor Vollmer Road Closure

Due to emergency underground pipe repair on Vollmer Road, just East of Crawford Avenue, Westbound Vollmer Road will be closed. The earliest estimate for the work to begin at Vollmer Road will be Friday, February 19th. Weather and cold temperatures will be...

Village Hall & the Public Works Building Re-Open to the Public February 8, 2021

Schedule Your COVID-19 Vaccination TODAY!

Schedule Your COVID-19 Vaccination TODAY!

Limited supplies of COVID-19 vaccines are now available in some states at select stores to individuals 16 years of age and older who meet state-specific eligibility criteria.

See if you're eligible in your ...

ComEd Warns of Imposters Approaching Customers at Home to Steal Money and Personal Information

With people spending more time at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, imposters are taking advantage of residents who may be alone to rob them of their possessions and financial information. These imposters can show up at small businesses as well as ho...

The Governor's Executive Order 2020-74

Cook County transit fare reduction project

Village Hall to remain closed to the Public

To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and for the safety of our residents and employees, Village Hall and the Public Works offices will remain closed to the public until further notice. During this time, residents are encouraged to conduct business remo...

A Message from the Chief of Police

Department of Police

Village of Olympia Fields

 Chief Scott Morgan

20040 Governors Highway

Olympia Fields, Illinois 60461

Dear Olympia Fields Residents,

The COVID-19 virus has presented another unprecedented challenge. &am...

Message from the Village President *UPDATE*

Effective, Friday, November 20, 2020 at 12:01 a.m., the entire State of Illinois will go into Tier 3 COVID mitigation. According to Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Tier 3 boils down to this: if you don't need to do it, don't. ...

AT&T: Keeping you connected when it matters most.

ComEd: Help for customers when they need it most

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Like the Village of Olympia Fields Facebook page for news, happenings and stories from our community. Click on the link below. Then click "Like".

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Nicor Gas: Helping You Manage Your Energy Bills

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Olympia Fields Park District Update on COVID-19

Dear Residents,

With all the uncertainty, summer 2020 is going to be much different than previous summers in our community. The Restore Illinois Five Phase Plan issued by Governor Pritzker’s Office is the plan directing how we move forward based ...

Message from the Acting Chief of Police

Similar to enforcement questions referencing travel, and essential business’s the Olympia Fields Police Department will continue to act as community caretakers working to further educate citizens and businesses about the shelter at home and

Guidance on the use of face masks

The Illinois Department of Public Health released a guide on the use of face masks.

Message from the Acting Chief of Police

Department of PoliceVillage of Olympia FieldsActing Chief Scott Morgan20040 Governors HighwayOlympia Fields, Illinois 60461

Dear Olympia Fields Residents,           

The COVID-19 virus has presented an u...

Executive Order 2020-10 and FAQs About the Order

Governor Pritzker released Executive Order 2020-10. Click on the link to read.

On Friday, March 20^th, Governor Pritzker issued Executive Order 2020-10 requiring all Illinoisans to stay in their homes to prevent the further spread of COVID...

SBA Loans Available

All Illinois small businesses (according to SBA’s size standards) and private non-profits can now apply for loans of up to $2 million through the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. If your busin...

Walgreens: We're here for our seniors

Where Black Homeownership Is the Norm

Olympia Fields Named Among 10 Best U.S. Suburbs for Retirement

Retirement destinations: 10 best U.S. suburbs to consider for your golden years

10 best U.S. suburbs for retirement ranked

Author: Lorie Konish, CNBC

Published: 10:47 AM EDT April 18, 2018

Updated: 10:00 AM EDT April 21, 2018

You may...

Knowles: Olympia Fields resident works to help black women obtain a variety of leadership roles

Sandra Finley was mentored by the late activist Arnita Young Boswell, the first national director of the early learning ...