Episodes

May 21, 2024

It's For The Kids

Two special health fairs are being presented by the Evergreen Park Fire Department, and Lt. Ed Dunne returns to tell us all about one focusing on kids and another on seniors. We also get a glimpse into why first responders li...

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May 14, 2024

Pickleball And Party Planning

Evergreen Park's Podcast has John Dwyer ready to teach YOU how to play pickleball. The village has embraced the sport with new indoor and outdoor courts all over Evergreen Park, and John says he can get you playing quickly no...

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May 7, 2024

A Walk, The Parade & EP's Possible Dispensary

Evergreen Park's Podcast has Mayor Kelly Burke discussing a possible dispensary coming to 91st & Kedzie, and what the village is doing to ensure it is a good fit. The Mayor also has the date for this year's Independence Day P...

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April 30, 2024

EPFD Carries The Cross

Evergreen Park's Podcast has EPFD Chief Ronald Kleinhaus this episode! The Chief reveals the type of service calls that are increasing in the village and what Evergreen Park is doing to combat the problem. Also hear about som...

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April 23, 2024

You Stay Classy, Evergreen Park

There is a lot of class in Evergreen Park. If you are in the market for floral arrangements for a wedding, a bouquet for Mother's Day, or a corsage for prom then look no further than Klassy Stems & More. They are our featured...

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April 16, 2024

Waste Not, Evergreen Park!

The Village of Evergreen Park has partnered with WasteNot to provide a composting option for all interested residents. Just in time for Earth Day the new option is rolling out. We have the founder and CEO of WasteNot, Liam Do...

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April 9, 2024

History & The Future Meet In Evergreen Park

The Village of Evergreen Park is planting twice the amount of new trees this year, but one underserved area is getting half of them. Gavin Yeaman joins us with the scoop as well as plans for the parks, Earth Day and a pretty ...

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April 2, 2024

Burying The Lede

Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library pulls up a stool at the bar...and buries the lead event this month at the end of the show?! On the path to that reveal Frank and Chris talk solar eclipses, Evergreen Park volc...

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March 30, 2024

Video Short: Spring (And Egg Hatchings) At The Barn

A Video Short from The EP Podcast! Enjoy a special Easter re-release of our Spring visit to The Barn at James J Sexton Park. Now that you've colored eggs and had your egg hunt, maybe you'd be interested in HATCHING some eggs ...

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March 28, 2024

Video Short: Spoke & Vine Evolves Like A Wine List

A Video Short from The EP Podcast! We're hanging out at Spoke & Vine in the center of town. Find out how this new establishment has been evolving in the first 7 months of business. It may be time to see what everyone is ravin...

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March 26, 2024

Full Speed Ahead At CMS

Central Middle School is changing principals again, and we are getting the scoop from newly appointed Principal Dr. Jenna Moller and Associate Principal Christina Lavin. Where is CMS heading, and why should you be excited for...

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March 21, 2024

Video Short: St Pat's At Porter Cullens

A Video Short from The EP Podcast! As we celebrated a big holiday weekend on the south side, a stop into Porter Cullens found a lot of changes over the past year. From a outside new mural that can change with the seasons to a...

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March 19, 2024

Porter Cullens Blends Into Surrounding Community

As we celebrated a big holiday weekend on the south side, a stop into Porter Cullens found a lot of changes over the past year. From an outside new mural that can change with the seasons to a menu influenced by patron suggest...

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March 12, 2024

It's In A Bucket Now

After an emergency in our home, we brought in an expert to tell you how to deal with the next unforseen day in your own home. Local organizational expert Colleen Klimczak helps us keep it together post-surgery. Tim Moran of E...

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March 5, 2024

Cutting Down Nets & Book Prudes

Celebrate an incredible Regional Championship run by the Evergreen Park High School Mustangs as their head coach, Jim Sexton, talks about cutting down the nets with a special group. We also visit with two local authors preppi...

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Feb. 27, 2024

No Sticker Required

Evergreen Park's Podcast meets Evergreen Park's new Village Clerk, Kelly Duffy. Get the lowdown on the end of vehicle stickers and learn about a very active member of your local government. We also stop by The Barn at James J...

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Feb. 20, 2024

The Hippest Library Around

Frank Murray of The Evergreen Park Public Library returns to talk hunky vampires, Taylor Swift, drunk Travis Kelce, a community job fair, free trees and that awkward moment when you're the only one raising your hand in a crow...

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Feb. 13, 2024

EPCHS Brings Entertainment & Excitement

Your local high school has a lot happening and everyone is invited! EPCHS Head Basketball Coach Jim Sexton preps us for the IHSA Regional Tournament being hosted by the #4-Seeded Mustangs. Four students with leads in a new pr...

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Feb. 6, 2024

Mark Marzullo Has The Scoop

Village Trustee Mark Marzullo joins us to take a walk through Evergreen Park Facebook. We get the scoop on a few local stories you may not have heard yet! Mark also takes us inside a typical Village Board Meeting and explains...

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Jan. 30, 2024

How To Throw A Party

The Super Bowl is set, but are you ready for the party? We have local Evergreen Park professional orgnaizer Colleen Klimczak back on the podcast to help you plan a party you can enjoy. Glenn Pniewski joins us from a very busy...

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Jan. 23, 2024

Hockey Time In Evergreen Park

The Capuano Classic is returning to Evergreen Park and we sit down with the organizers to talk hockey, the unique value of The EP's outdoor rink, and the local team anyone could create that would run the table this year. You ...

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Jan. 9, 2024

Sip, Sample & Stress Less

One of the biggest events of the winter is returning to Evergreen Park. Frank Murray stops by to give all the details surrounding this year's Sip & Sample at the Evergreen Park Public Library. He also has the latest from the ...

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Jan. 2, 2024

The Leaders Of Evergreen Park

You spoke. We listened. Evergreen Park likes to check in with their local officials and The EP Podcast spoke with them all over the past year. Break into 2024 listening to conversations with Mayor Kelly Burke and Village Trus...

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Dec. 26, 2023

Birth Of A Festival

Tina Ward and Mary Black return to update us on the Ever-Read YA Literary Festival. The one-of-a-kind festival launches in Evergreen Park this year, and they have some big-name announced attendees and a request for help as pl...

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