Homewood and Flossmoor Partner for 2026 Community Cleanup Day

The inaugural joint event aims to spruce up parks and public spaces across the two Illinois communities.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District, the Village of Flossmoor, and the Village of Homewood are partnering to host a Community Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Residents are invited to volunteer and help clean up parks and public spaces in preparation for summer. Participants will kick off the morning with a complimentary breakfast before heading out to assist with the cleanup efforts.

Why it matters

This community-wide event is an opportunity for residents of Homewood and Flossmoor to come together and give back to their shared public spaces. By working side-by-side, the cleanup day aims to keep the villages' parks and common areas clean, welcoming, and vibrant for everyone to enjoy.

The details

Organizers from the Park District and local villages will plan the specific work to be done, while volunteers of all ages and group sizes are encouraged to participate. Individuals, kids, scout groups, churches, and other service organizations can sign up online to help coordinate volunteer efforts across different locations.

  • The inaugural Community Cleanup Day is set for Saturday, April 4, 2026.
  • The event will run from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The players

Homewood-Flossmoor Park District

The local parks department organizing and planning the community cleanup event.

Village of Flossmoor

One of the Illinois municipalities partnering with the Park District to host the cleanup day.

Village of Homewood

The other Illinois municipality partnering with the Park District to host the cleanup day.

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What’s next

Individuals and groups interested in participating can sign up online to help organizers plan volunteer groups and locations.

The takeaway

This joint community cleanup event demonstrates the commitment of Homewood and Flossmoor to maintaining their shared public spaces and bringing residents together to contribute to the upkeep and vibrancy of their local neighborhoods.