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Start: 2025-08-10T15:00:00-05:00

📚 Back to School Bash at Street Eats Express! 🎒
Join us August 10th from 3 PM – 6 PM for a fun-filled event:

✅ FREE school bags &amp; supplies
✅ FREE snacks
✅ Face painting &amp; fun activities for kids

🎉 First come, first served – don’t miss out!
📍 2248 S. Cicero Ave, Cicero, IL

Bring the family and let’s start the school year right! 🙌

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📚 Back to School Bash at Street Eats Express! 🎒
Join us August 10th from 3 PM – 6 PM for a fun-filled event:

✅ FREE school...

VFW Post 9545

Come out on Monday night and join in our "Monday Night Euchre!" NO&nbsp;COVER, PUBLIC&nbsp;WELCOME, 21+
Every Monday night, we will host Euchre at the bar.
Registration starts at 6 pm, and play starts at 6:30 pm.
NO&nbsp;ENTRY&nbsp;FEE. There will be prizes for the winners, as well as bragging rights. 
Happy Hour starts at 6 pm. $1 OFF ALL BOTTLED&nbsp;BEER, AND $1 OFF ALL 12OZ DRAFT GLASSES.
Bring your friends, or just come by yourself.

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Will County

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NL VFW Monday Night Euchre! NO COVER, PUBLIC...

Come out on Monday night and join in our "Monday Night Euchre!" NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME, 21+
Every Monday night, we will host...

NL VFW Monday Night Euchre! NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME 21+

1333 S Schoolhouse Rd, New Lenox, IL

Sign up at Hickory Creek Brewing for the chance to win $250 in cash every month!
The contest runs from&nbsp;December 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026. You must be 21 years of age or older to participate, and you are limited to&nbsp;one entry per day.&nbsp;
Winners are picked randomly by a designee of one of the sponsors at 5 PM on the last day of every month. Winners will be notified by text message. You do not need to be present to win, but you must show the text message and a valid ID to a location representative to verify identity and collect the prize.
Purchase is not necessary to win, and will not improve odds of winning. Odds are dependant on number of entries.
To sign up, stop by Hickory Creek Brewing to scan the QR code or fill out an entry form.
We're located at 1333 S. Schoolhouse Road, in the former Panduit building, at the opposite end of the building from Gost Coffee.

Local Event: Win $250 Cash Every Month at Hickory Creek Brewing!

Win $250 Cash Every Month at Hickory Creek...

Sign up at Hickory Creek Brewing for the chance to win $250 in cash every month!
The contest runs from December 1, 2025 through...

Win $250 Cash Every Month at Hickory Creek Brewing!

Keep up-to-date about all specials, announcements and future promotions at Hickory Creek Brewing by joining our VIP Club!
Only our promotions will be sent to your cell phone. You'll also be automatically enrolled in our monthly promotion to win $250 in cash!
To join, text "Hickory" to our toll-free number at 888-451-2418, or scan the QR code at our brewery.
We're located at 1333 S. Schoolhouse Road, in the former Panduit building, at the opposite end of the building from Gost Coffee.

Local Event: Join Hickory Creek Brewing's VIP Club!

Join Hickory Creek Brewing's VIP Club!

Keep up-to-date about all specials, announcements and future promotions at Hickory Creek Brewing by joining our VIP Club!
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Hickory Creek Brewing is pleased to announce that we now open at 11:00 AM every Tuesday through Friday!
Stop by and try your luck on our six new HyperActive gaming machines. You can also enjoy a varied selection of beer, wine, cocktails, or soft drinks. If you're hungry, we also sell frozen pizzas from Eastside Cafe, chicken wings, and freshly baked&nbsp;soft pretzels and pretzel bites with beer cheese sauce from&nbsp;the Sugar Shack Cookie Co.
We're located at 1333 S. Schoolhouse Road, in the former Panduit building, on the opposite side of the building from Gost Coffee.

Local Event: Extended Hours and Gaming at Hickory Creek Brewing!

Extended Hours and Gaming at Hickory Creek...

Hickory Creek Brewing is pleased to announce that we now open at 11:00 AM every Tuesday through Friday!
Stop by and try your...

Extended Hours and Gaming at Hickory Creek Brewing!

If you want the seeds you planted to grow, you're going to need water. Rain is an essential ingredient in the lives of plants, so scientists are creating better tools to help understand and predict rainfall. Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory use cutting-edge instruments and artificial intelligence to explore everything from the moisture in soil to the rain and snow that fall to the ground to the clouds that form to create storms.&nbsp;
Argonne researchers Paytsar Muradyan and Matthew Tuftedal will share amazing tools for atmospheric research and share how AI is helping make better predictions for researchers, farmers, and even your weather station. And yes—they’re bringing tools and sensors for you to see and touch!&nbsp; Register here: <a href="https://www.newlenoxlibrary.org/event/soil-sky-ai-science-rain-and-weather-argonne-national-laboratory-53361" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">newlenoxlibrary.org/event/soil-sky-ai-science-rain-and-weather-argonne-national-laboratory-53361</a>

Local Event: Soil, Sky, and AI: The Science of Rain and Weather with Argonne National Lab

Soil, Sky, and AI: The Science of Rain and...

If you want the seeds you planted to grow, you're going to need water. Rain is an essential ingredient in the lives of plants,...

Soil, Sky, and AI: The Science of Rain and Weather with Argonne National Lab

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Italian Fiesta Pizza $3 Slice special. Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and&nbsp;THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!!!
Doors open at @4 pm, and the first ball drops at @6:00pm Bingo paper sales will begin at 4:45 pm.
The Kitchen opens at 5:15 pm
In 2025, Tuesday Night Bingo paid $193,803.00 in cash prizes, including Bingo, Raffles, and Pull Tabs. Congratulations!!
Last week, we paid $4,568 in prizes, including progressive games!!!!
TUESDAY BINGO Night: Available Prizes include 2 Progressive raffles,15 Bingo games, and pull tabs.
2 Progressive games: 
Tim's Raffle $3,467
Kaboom - $2,136 
Weekly Vets Raffle: 4 Winners Drawn this week!!
1 White Strip $5
3 White Strips $10&nbsp;7 White Strips $20
Winner #1-&nbsp;$100 Berkot's Card from Old Plank Trail Bank, New Lenox.
Winner #2- $50 Card from Italian Fiesta Pizza, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $25 Card from Ranch Frostie, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $25 Card from Jack of All Fades, New Lenox.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; 
Winner #3- $60 Card from Maci James Hair Salon, Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $25&nbsp; Card From Firewater BBQ, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $2 Card from Crumbl Cookies, Mokena.
Winner #4-&nbsp;$30 Card from CP&nbsp;Meat Market, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$20 Card from Pot Belly, New Lenox.

&nbsp;Bring&nbsp;your friends: more players, more significant prizes. The number of games sold determines Bingo Payouts. 
The minimum cost to play is $10
The minimum age to play is 18 
Lots of games. The First Game starts at 6 pm. 
 
Ten (10) regular games and five (5) Special games. 
Entry Raffle, Pull tabs, 50/50, Horse Race, Progressive Games. 
Ink Daubers and Tape are available at Bingo for a modest price. 
 
Paper only, no electronic Bingo. 
FOOD SERVICE IS AVAILABLE!!
*MONTHLY GRILL SPECIAL*
1st week of the month, $3 Pizza slices from Italian Fiesta Pizza 
The Grill opens at 5:15 and closes after the break.
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Bucket specials in the bar.&nbsp;Bring your spouse; they can wait in the bar and enjoy some libations while you WIN! Domestic Bottles are $3 (5-bottle Domestic Buckets are $12) while watching sporting events on our six big screens. They can also try their luck playing our new Video slots and poker, and win a few dollars. Closer than the Casinos, you don’t have to fight that nasty I-80 Truck Traffic. Doors open at 4 p.m. The Public is welcome. ATMs are available. 
 
“OUR SLOT PLAYERS&nbsp;HAVE WON OVER $52 Million!” 
 
Easy to find. Close to I-80 and also I-355. 
 
New Lenox VFW Post 9545- 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 <a href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.vfwpost9545.org</a> 
 
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Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545 State of Illinois Bingo Number B-04025

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Italian Fiesta Pizza $3 Slice special.  Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and THE PUBLIC IS...

NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $10,600 in Prizes -Vets Raffle-4 Winners this week!!

Step up to the mic at Hickory Creek Brewing and try out your vocals with emcee Deb VanDril. Whether you're an amateur just having fun or a professional promoting an upcoming performance, Open Mic nights are your chance to be on stage! From 6:30 to 9 PM.
Even if you're not a musician but&nbsp;love live music, this is a great venue to listen to wonderful local talent. And just maybe, you'll experience that next big star before they get discovered! We also have our weekly Growler Special every Tuesday.&nbsp;Get half off the price of any 64-oz. growler fill. 
We're located at 1333 S. Schoolhouse Road, in the former Panduit building, at the opposite end of the building from Gost Coffee.

Local Event: Open Mic Night with Deb at Hickory Creek Brewing

Open Mic Night with Deb at Hickory Creek Brewing

Step up to the mic at Hickory Creek Brewing and try out your vocals with emcee Deb VanDril. Whether you're an amateur just...

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Clublands Community

Join the neighborhood for a massive community event featuring over 60 homes participating in a neighborhood-wide sale. Hunt for treasures including clothing, toys, home goods, and more at this big sale you won't want to miss.

Local Event: Clublands Community Garage Sale!

Clublands Community Garage Sale!

Join the neighborhood for a massive community event featuring over 60 homes participating in a neighborhood-wide sale. Hunt for...

St Joseph's Catholic School

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is excited to invite you to be part of something truly special—our upcoming 5K on June 6th in support of our Pediatric Care Program!
This event is more than just a run or walk—it’s an opportunity to come together, have fun, and make a meaningful impact on the children and families we serve every day. Bring your family to participate!&nbsp;

Local Event: Lightways Hospice Family Fun Run 5k/Walk

Lightways Hospice Family Fun Run 5k/Walk

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is excited to invite you to be part of something truly special—our upcoming 5K on...

Breidert Green Park

Join the Frankfort Police Department for our 2nd annual 5k fundraiser supporting Special Olympic athletes. This 5k run/walk/wheel event is for "all abilities" featuring a special appearance by DJ Ray Rita. Your $25 registration fee includes a commemorative t-shirt while supplies last, and payments can be made conveniently online via Race Roster.

Local Event: Frankfort Police Department 5K Run, Walk & Wheel

Frankfort Police Department 5K Run, Walk & Wheel

Join the Frankfort Police Department for our 2nd annual 5k fundraiser supporting Special Olympic athletes. This 5k...

Orland Park Civic Center 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. Orland Park, IL

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Orland Park Coin & Stamp Show

Buy Sell TradeCoins, Stamps, Paper Money, Collectibles and More

Presbyterian Church in Orland Park

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<a href="https://www.swcommunityband.com/bandcamp" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SWCCB Summer Band Camp</a> is a wonderful opportunity for young musicians to continue developing their skills in an environment that is focused, encouraging, and fun. Throughout the week, students work closely with experienced directors and staff who know how to challenge developing players while also making the experience positive and enjoyable. The camp is designed to help students strengthen fundamentals, listen more carefully, play more confidently in an ensemble, and deepen their overall appreciation for music.
Just as important, the <a href="https://www.swcommunityband.com/bandcamp" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SWCCB Summer Band Camp</a> gives students the chance to connect with other young musicians who share their interests. For many campers, it is not only a week of music-making, but also a chance to build friendships, gain confidence, and be part of something exciting and creative. The atmosphere is welcoming, energetic, and supportive, making it a great fit for students who want to improve their playing while enjoying the camaraderie that comes from making music together.
By the end of the week, students leave with more than just new music learned and notes played. They leave with a stronger sense of accomplishment, greater musical confidence, and memories of a rewarding summer experience. Whether a student is looking to sharpen existing skills, prepare for the next school band season, or simply enjoy a week immersed in music, <a href="https://www.swcommunityband.com/bandcamp" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SWCCB Summer Band Camp</a> offers a meaningful and memorable experience that continues to make an impact long after the final concert. See link below for more information and registration details

Local Event: Band Summer Band Camp hosted by Southwest Community Concert 

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SWCCB Summer Band Camp June 8-12, 2026
SWCCB Summer Band Camp is a wonderful opportunity for young musicians to continue...

Band Summer Band Camp hosted by Southwest Community Concert 

Old Canal Days

Old Canal Days is back in Lockport June 11–14, and this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever! 🎡🎶🎆
Bring the whole family out for four days packed with: ✨ Carnival rides 🍔 Delicious food 🍻 Beer tent 🛍️ Artisan market 🎵 Live entertainment 🎆 Fireworks 🚁 A spectacular drone show
Plus so much more throughout the weekend!
🎟️ Don’t forget — Early Bird pricing on Mega Passes and Daily Wristbands is available through June 10.
Check out the full schedule of events and start planning your weekend fun today: <a href="https://www.oldcanaldays.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.oldcanaldays.com</a>

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Old Canal Days Festival 

Old Canal Days is back in Lockport June 11–14, and this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever! 🎡🎶🎆
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Used 2018 Jayco Jay Sport 10SD pop-up camper for sale. Pet-free and smoke-free. Queen bed, full bed, and convertible dinette bed. New A/C unit in 2023. Two spare tires. Stored in car garage for past six years. Torn window screen and broken interior zipper. Clean title. VIN 1UJAJ0AE3J12Y0147. Price $5,500 cash.

2018 Jayco Jay Sport 10SD Pop-Up Camper 

Used 2018 Jayco Jay Sport 10SD pop-up camper for sale. Pet-free and smoke-free. Queen bed, full bed, and convertible dinette bed. New A/C unit in...

country concrete inc

We are a family owned and operated business, serving Frankfort and surrounding communities. Wewe specialize in stamped and decorative concrete. We also do pools, driveways, walks and much more. Our reputation is strong and our goal is quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. 

We are a family owned and operated business, serving Frankfort and surrounding communities. Wewe specialize in stamped and decorative concrete. We...

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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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Clearway Exteriors

We put our customers first walking you through the entire process creating a seamless experience the clearway of doing Business. Home renovations replacing or installing windows, doors, roofs, siding, gutters, gutter guards, soffit &amp; fascia, painting.

We put our customers first walking you through the entire process creating a seamless experience the clearway of doing Business. Home renovations...

Compassionate & Affordable Veterinary Care You Can Trust!

Premier Paws at Lockport

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care for pets at every stage of life. Your pets are family, and quality veterinary care should always be affordable. Our local clinic provides compassionate, modern care with transparent pricing and a team that truly listens. Our experienced staff focuses on personalized medicine in a welcoming environment , without the stress of unexpected costs. In addition to our everyday affordable services, we host low-cost vaccine clinics on the first Saturday of every month, making preventive care even more convenient and accessible for our community. Here are just a few of the services our new clinic offers: • Dentals • Spays/Neuters • Laser Therapy • X-Rays • Microchipping • Vaccinations We’re proud to care for your pets and are here to help them live long, healthy lives. We’re always welcoming new clients, so give us a call to schedule an appointment and experience care you can trust at a price you can feel good about. Visit us at any of our THREE locations: Premier Paws at Lockport 16935 W Bruce Road Lockport, IL 60441 708-550-7297 Premier Paws at Timberline 495 E Frontage Road Joliet, IL 60431 815-729-1555 Premier Paws at Burbank 7900 Lavergne Avenue Burbank, IL 60459 708-551-1000

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Glitters and Grace: Crafting Signature Scents Across Chicagoland In New Lenox, Illinois, a new fragrance experience is redefining how communities connect with scent. Glitters and Grace, founded by an artisan perfumer with a passion for creativity and quality, has launched Signature Mobile Parties—a one-of-a-kind concept that brings the luxury of a perfume bar directly to homes, businesses, and events throughout the Chicagoland area. What Glitters and Grace Offers At its core, Glitters and Grace is about making fragrance personal, interactive, and accessible. Our offerings include: Perfume Bar Pop-Ups: Smaller, intimate gatherings where guests can explore fragrance notes and design their own signature scent. Custom Perfume Creation: Personalized blends crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring each fragrance is unique and safe. Fragrance Workshops: Educational, hands-on sessions that teach the art of perfumery—from layering notes to understanding scent families. Artisan Dog Perfume &amp; Conditioners: Safe, gentle, and luxurious grooming products for pets, because our four-legged companions deserve elegance too. Unlike traditional perfume counters, Glitters and Grace focuses on experience over transaction. We bring the perfume bar directly to you, whether it’s a bridal shower, birthday party, corporate event, or community gathering. By prioritizing smaller pop-ups, we ensure every guest receives personal attention and leaves with a fragrance that truly reflects their individuality. Our commitment to quality materials sets us apart, as does our innovative inclusion of pet-friendly products—a rare offering in the world of artisan perfumery. This blend of artistry, education, and inclusivity makes Glitters and Grace a standout in Chicagoland’s creative landscape. Plans for the Year Ahead Looking forward, Glitters and Grace is expanding its reach with exciting initiatives with more mobile parties, community events, pop ups and expansion of our product lines.

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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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