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The Insiders Guide to Oak Fest!
If you are planning on going to Oak Fest for some family fun, read on for some tips from a native with 14 years experience with this event.
Melanie Gangolf, Patch Mayor
- Oak Forest, IL
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Melanie Gangolf has been a resident of Oak Forest for 14 years and a South Sider her whole life. Growing up in Alsip in the 70's has given her a wealth of experiences and friends that she is proud to call her own. She is a part time eBayer and full time mom to her 3 teenagers who all attend Oak Forest High School. Melanie is the co-founder of Get Up And Help a 501c3 charity which strives to help the community of Oak Forest. She became the Oak Forest Patch Mayor in 2018 and is excited to be writing for the town that she is glad to call home. You can follower her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/melanie.mullengangolf or twitter at https://twitter.com/e_gangolf.
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Is Facebook Making You Depressed?
According to Research by The University of Copenhagen, Facebook can make you depressed. But the question is why and what to do about it.
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Volunteers Sign Up to Help Friends of Oak Forest Animal Control
The volunteer meeting for Friends of Oak Forest Animal Control was a big success with a great turnout.
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Volunteering Can Set Up Your Child for Success
Volunteering, dedication and hard work set Catarina Hernandez on a path to success.
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Does Beggar's Pizza in Oak Forest live up to the Hype?
If you live in Oak Forest, you know Beggars is the go to place for Pizza and atmosphere. But does it live up to the hype?
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TEDxTalk in Oak Forest Successfully Shines a Light on Our Youth
TedxYouth@OakParkAve held at Gaelic Park spot lighted Youth from Oak Forest with interesting topics and ideas.
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Oak Forest Students take Summer Classes at South Suburban College
OFHS and TPHS students are taking summer classes at South Suburban College to stay sharp and get ahead of the game.
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Be an animal advocate and volunteer for the O.F. Animal Control
Friends of Oak Forest Animal Control is looking for volunteers and will hold an informational meeting on Tuesday, June 12th.
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Grease is the Word~10 Year Anniversary Concert OFHS Sat. July 9th
Class of 2008 is recreating their Senior Musical with a 10 Year Anniversary Concert of Grease!
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OFHS Alumni Bridget Morrissey Returns as a Published Author
Bridget Morrissey, 2009 Graduate of OFHS, returns to Oak Forest for a book signing and to give back to the school she loves so much.
