Community Corner

Enter the Only Open Spelling Bee in the Area

For 35 years, Dr. Bill Smith has presided over the Orland Park Open Spelling Bee. Listen to him talk about the history and sign up for the event on Sunday.

The Orland Park Open Spelling Bee will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at the Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave.

Sign up by calling 815-713-5502 or 708-429-7764. Or send an email to PCOrland@gmail.com. Questions about the contest can be directed to Dr. Bill Smith at 708-403-0804. There is no cost to enter and anyone from age 8 and up can participate.

More about the contest's history on the Village of Orland Park's blog.

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