2012 IndyCar Series
The 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series was the 17th season of the IndyCar Series, and the 101st season of American open wheel racing. Its premier event was the 96th Indianapolis 500, held on Sunday, May 27. The series was sanctioned by IndyCar, and took place in three countries on two continents. Chevrolet returned to the series for the first time since 2005 while Lotus debuted, with the latter leaving the IndyCar Series after the 2012 season due to poor performance.
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra also known as IPO, is a 75-member orchestra led by Stilian Kirov. It is the largest performing arts organization in the Chicago Southland, with administrative offices in Park Forest. It draws audiences from over 68 south and southwest suburbs including Chicago, Indiana and Michigan. From October through May, the Orchestra performs a seven-concert Saturday Evening Symphonic Series featuring internationally acclaimed guest artists. The Orchestra previously performed the concert series at the Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University. In 2008, the Orchestra moved the performance series to the newly opened Lincoln Way North High School in Frankfort Square. Ozinga Chapel at Trinity Christian College became the Orchestra's main venue in 2017.
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra is a member of the American Symphony Orchestra League and the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau.