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Community Corner

Berkot's Poppy Days 2026

May 17th to 31st Berkot's New Lenox Location

Remember our Veterans' sacrifices and help our Veterans and their families throughout the year with your Poppy donation. Our Poppy fundraiser at Berkot’s in New Lenox on Laraway Road begins May 17th to May 31st.

Please consider making a Poppy donation. Donations accepted at the checkout registers.

100% of your donations help the American Legion AuxiliaryPost 1977 support the following and more:

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Local Active Duty Military

Wreaths Across America

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Lincolnway ROTC

Warriors Walk

Farm 2 Veteran

Homes for Troops

Illinois State Veterans Homes in Manteno and LaSalle

Fisher House

Honor Flight

USO

Thomas E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977 Auxiliary thanks you for your continued support and loyalty to our Veterans, their families and the community!

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