Name: Chicago Bears Preseason bash the Cleveland Browns. Happy Hour at noon. NO COVER PUBLIC WELCOME
Start: 2026-08-15T12:00:00-05:00
Location: VFW Post 9545

VFW Post 9545

Join us starting at noon for Bears Football.  Happy hour starts at Noon. $1 off all bottled beer and $1 off all 12oz drafts. PUBLIC WELCOME!!  21+

Local Event: Chicago Bears Preseason bash the Cleveland Browns. Happy Hour at noon.  NO COVER PUBLIC WELCOME

Will County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

New Lenox

Illinois

Chicago Bears Preseason bash the Cleveland...

Join us starting at noon for Bears Football.   Happy hour starts at Noon. $1 off all bottled beer and $1 off all 12oz drafts. ...

Chicago Bears Preseason bash the Cleveland Browns. Happy Hour at noon.  NO COVER PUBLIC WELCOME

Come out for a great night of Classic Rock by “SIDE EFFECTS!” Playing many different hits from many artists. bridging the 70's to 90's, and more.
 The music is Hot, and the cocktails and beer are cold—12 beers on tap, including Craft. Domestic bottles are $3.50, and a 5-bottle domestic beer bucket is $14. There are plenty of Seltzers, too. You can take a break anytime and try your luck with our new Video Slots and Poker. Maybe you could win $500 on a single spin! The machines are ready and waiting. Closer than the Casinos, it avoids all that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Try your luck. OUR SLOT PLAYERS HAVE WON OVER $52 MILLION!
There is plenty of parking available, and it is accessible for people with disabilities. You must be 21 to attend. ATM on-site, Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted. Easy to get to. Close to I-80 and I-355. 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451 Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 – <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org/?fbclid=IwAR0OSC9-huZNTCBMNg2OAhknrpEVqEAHCHz-e_oQ2aLBc6t0mwFpq5IDax4" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545.org</a> No Cover-Public Welcome! Must be 21

Local Event: NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Side Effects” in the Bar, Saturday. No Cover Public Welcome 21+

NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Side...

Come out for a great night of Classic Rock by “SIDE EFFECTS!” Playing many different hits from many artists. bridging the 70's...

NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Side Effects” in the Bar, Saturday. No Cover Public Welcome 21+

United Methodist Church of New Lenox 339 W. Haven Avenue, New Lenox

The Lincoln-Way Area Chorale (LWAC) is now open for registration!
LWAC is a community chorus for adults ranging in age from 18 to 90+. The 2026-27 Season marks our 32nd year as a non-auditioned choir; great for those folks who enjoy singing no matter their experience or level. The choir rehearses on Monday evenings from 7:15 - 9:15 pm at the United Methodist Church of New Lenox beginning August 17th. The holiday concert this year is entitled, “A World of Holiday Favorites”, to be presented on December 4th and 5th.
If you are interested in learning more about LWAC, go to <a href="https://LWAC.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LWAC.com</a>&nbsp;and take a look. To register or find more information about joining, click on the Sing With Us tab.

Local Event: The Lincoln- Way Area Chorale begins the 2026/27 season

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The Lincoln- Way Area Chorale begins the...

The Lincoln-Way Area Chorale (LWAC) is now open for registration!
LWAC is a community chorus for adults ranging in age from 18...

The Lincoln- Way Area Chorale begins the 2026/27 season

Bradley Veerman Charity Fund to Host "In Memory of Our Fallen Heroes" 5K Run &amp; Walk During Elwood Community DaysELWOOD, Illinois&nbsp;— The Bradley Veerman Charity Fund&nbsp;is proud to announce the annual In Memory of Our Fallen Heroes 5K Run &amp; Walk, taking place on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Lloyd Erickson Park, 801 N. Chicago Street, Elwood, Illinois. The event begins with a special remembrance ceremony at 5:00 p.m., followed by the 5K Run &amp; Walk at 6:00 p.m.This year's event holds special significance as the nation commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. Participants will gather to remember the lives lost, honor the courage and sacrifice of first responders and public servants, and celebrate the enduring spirit of service that continues to unite communities across America.Hosted in conjunction with Elwood Community Days, the event&nbsp;benefits&nbsp;the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting first responders, advancing public safety initiatives, providing EMS education, and&nbsp;assisting&nbsp;charitable organizations that serve our communities.The charity was&nbsp;established&nbsp;in memory of Bradley Veerman, a dedicated firefighter, paramedic, police officer, Executive Director of the Laraway Emergency Telephone System Board (Will County 9-1-1), and public servant whose passion for helping others continues to inspire the organization's mission. Through fundraising efforts, the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund has provided educational scholarships, supported emergency responders, and partnered with organizations committed to improving public safety throughout the region."Our goal is to bring our community together to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while continuing Bradley's legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to helping others," said April Veerman, President of the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund. "Every participant, volunteer, sponsor, donor, and supporter helps us honor our fallen heroes while making a lasting difference in our communities."Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to register.&nbsp;Registration includes:​
<ul><li>Official event T-shirt</li><li>Finisher medal</li><li>Admission wristband to Elwood Community Days</li><li>Beer ticket for participants 21 years of age or older</li><li>The opportunity to honor America's heroes while supporting a meaningful cause</li></ul>
Can't&nbsp;make the race?&nbsp;You can still be part of this meaningful event. Community members are encouraged to&nbsp;purchase&nbsp;an official In Memory of Our Fallen Heroes&nbsp;event&nbsp;T-shirt online. Shirts are available for family members, friends, supporters, and anyone who wants to proudly wear them throughout Elwood Community Days&nbsp;while honoring our Fallen Heroes. Every shirt&nbsp;purchased&nbsp;directly supports the mission of the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund by helping fund educational scholarships, first responder&nbsp;assistance, public safety initiatives, and other charitable programs that strengthen our communities.Community members who are unable to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;are also encouraged to support the event through sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, or donations. Local businesses, civic organizations, and community partners continue to play an essential role in making this event possible.Registration is now open.For race registration, sponsorship opportunities, volunteer information, donations, or to&nbsp;purchase&nbsp;an official event T-shirt, visit:Race Registration:&nbsp;<a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frunsignup.com%2FRace%2FIL%2FElwood%2FElwoodCommunityDaysK&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617801506%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3f%2FK7URiD4mGcIfQts2Saatr7qV2r1Zy6%2FbotKcaXws%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Elwood/ElwoodCommunityDaysK</a>Official Event T-Shirt Store:&nbsp;<a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frunsignup.com%2FRace%2FStore%2FIL%2FElwood%2FElwoodCommunityDaysK&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617816058%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=mG8oe9AAv6y%2BXHbFTVt%2BHFS4PLnFlS%2FyQcY4e0oppLc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/IL/Elwood/ElwoodCommunityDaysK</a>Bradley Veerman Charity Fund:&nbsp;<a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbradleyveermancharityfund.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617827535%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=SkISWUDXj6i2w%2F%2BpjKQnr8TPc8kk%2B4pxN951LngO9VY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bradleyveermancharityfund.org</a>About the Bradley Veerman Charity FundThe Bradley Veerman Charity Fund is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization&nbsp;established&nbsp;in memory of Bradley Veerman. Its mission is to honor his legacy by supporting first responders, providing educational scholarships,&nbsp;assisting&nbsp;nonprofit organizations dedicated to public safety, and strengthening communities through compassion, service, and charitable giving.Media ContactApril Veerman&nbsp; President, Bradley Veerman Charity Fund&nbsp; Phone: (815) 405-3607&nbsp; Email: <a href="mailto:Bradleyveermancharity@outlook.com">Bradleyveermancharity@outlook.com</a>&nbsp; Website: <a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbradleyveermancharityfund.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617837530%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=tyU5DUop2PyFn5D0UI30KB8cmrEFw5vI2hKRmfhxJl8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bradleyveermancharityfund.org</a>

Local Event: In Memory of our Fallen Heroes 5K

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Join us starting at noon for Bears Football.&nbsp; Happy hour starts at Noon. $1 off all bottled beer and $1 off all 12oz drafts. PUBLIC&nbsp;WELCOME!!&nbsp; 21+

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For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, dietitian-approved meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

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Orland Painting and Decorating Service LLC

Local family owned painting contractor with 36 years experience specializing in interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repair, wall covering installation , interior window refinishing, power washing and deck repair and staining.

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LiquidBooks - Used Bookstore, Print & Shipping Center

We’re your hometown destination for used books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, toys, video games, and collectibles of all kinds. Whether you’re a reader, gamer, or collector, there’s something here for everyone. Beyond our shelves, we offer printing, shipping, packing supplies, and professional graphic design services — all at competitive local prices. From book lovers to small business owners, we’re here to help you save time, money, and stress. Looking to declutter? We buy, sell, and trade books and other media. Visit our Manteno location to browse, trade, or get help with your next project. There’s always something new to discover at LiquidBooks!

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Hope, healing & justice for abused children.

Will County Children's Advocacy Center

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) comprised of law enforcement, DCFS investigators, medical personnel, prosecutors, and Will County CAC forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists in response to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, IL. Our Will County CAC intake/MDT coordinator, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists provide the following services: * Forensic Interviews: After a child is referred to the Will County CAC by law enforcement or the IL Dept. of Family Services (DCFS), our Intake Coordinator schedules a forensic interview for the child. One of our 4 forensic interviewers listens to the child’s story and asks non-leading, developmentally-appropriate questions as the child talks about the trauma he/she has experienced. Law enforcement, prosecution, DCFS, and mental health professionals observe the interview from a separate room. This reduces trauma for the child and provides a stronger foundation if the case goes to court. * Family Advocacy: Our family advocates are committed to helping each family navigate the complex systems that a family enters when a child makes an outcry of abuse. As each case goes through the investigation, prosecution and healing process, the team is there to help the family understand the process, learn about their rights and successfully access resources that will help their family during crisis. * Trauma-Focused Therapy: Our team of licensed clinical social workers provide short-term, trauma informed therapy to children who have received a forensic interview. Since child abuse affects the whole family, the services are available at no cost to both the child and their non-offending family members. Individual and group therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

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