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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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Lauren Traut

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Orland Park

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Local family owned painting contractor with 36 years experience specializing in interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repair, wall...

Krapils Steakhouse and Patio 

Krapils Steakhouse &amp; Patio has been a Worth, Illinois staple since the mid-1960s. Known for its rustic Northwoods atmosphere, Krapils offers a warm, classic dining experience where quality comes first. All orders are prepared fresh daily, with hand-cut steaks and house-made dishes to ensure consistent quality and generous portions. Whether you’re joining us for a casual meal, a special occasion, or a night out with friends, Krapils is a place where traditions are kept and guests feel at home.

Lorraine Swanson

Alsip-Crestwood

Krapils Steakhouse & Patio has been a Worth, Illinois staple since the mid-1960s. Known for its rustic Northwoods atmosphere, Krapils offers a warm...

Come out to the Barbara Vick Early Childhood and Family Center's annual fundraiser that will be at 115 Bourbon Street on Friday, March 4th. Live music by Railroad Gin, dinner buffet, drinks, silent auction, and raffles! To purchase tickets, contact <a href="mailto:bvptt14@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">bvptt14@gmail.com</a>. or eventbrite.com under Barbara Vick.  $30 in advance or $35 at the door.

Come out to the Barbara Vick Early Childhood and Family Center’s annual fundraiser that will be at 115 Bourbon Street on Friday, March 4th. Live music by Railroad Gin, dinner buffet, drinks, silent auction, and raffles! To purchase tickets, contact <a href="mailto:bvptt14@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">bvptt14@gmail.com</a>. or eventbrite.com under Barbara Vick.  $30 in advance or $35 at the door.

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Annual Barbara Vick Early Childhood and Family Center Fundraiser- Friday, March 4, 2016

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Harold L. Richards High School

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday wth the Village of Oak Lawn and Oak Lawn Park District.&nbsp;Bring your blankets, chairs, snacks and friends and watch the fireworks bursting in air.

Local Event: Fourth of July Fireworks At Richards High School

Fourth of July Fireworks At Richards High School

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday wth the Village of Oak Lawn and Oak Lawn Park District. Bring your blankets, chairs, snacks...

Join us at The Lighthouse Church of All Nations this Sunday at 10am for a free community outdoor worship celebration!&nbsp;Family, Faith &amp;&nbsp;Freedom!&nbsp;The Lighthouse is the southside's largest multicultural church and would love to meet you this weekend. Free petting zoo and activities for the family begin at 9am. Blessings!

Local Event: Outdoor Worship Celebration 

Outdoor Worship Celebration 

Join us at The Lighthouse Church of All Nations this Sunday at 10am for a free community outdoor worship celebration! Family,...

All First Responders are invited to join us for a special blessing and prayer on Wednesday,&nbsp;July 8, 2026 at 6:30pm. Outdoors at The Lighthouse Church, 4501 W. 127th Street in Alsip IL. No RSVP needed and all are welcome!

Local Event: First Responder's Blessing Night

First Responder's Blessing Night

All First Responders are invited to join us for a special blessing and prayer on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:30pm. Outdoors at...

Fat Tommy's Grill & Sports Bar

The excitement continues!
After another packed house at Fat Tommy's Grill &amp; Sports Bar, the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts jackpot has rolled over once again and is now over $1,030,280 for the next drawing on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Last week's drawing featured a standing-room-only crowd, Team USA on the big screens during the World Cup, and an incredible atmosphere as the million-dollar jackpot remained untouched. The winning ticket selected #11 – King of Hearts, earning the winner $150 and 24 entries into the next drawing, but the Queen of Hearts remains hidden.
<h3>🎉 Celebrate America's 250th with a Special Ticket Bonus!</h3>
From July 2 through July 5, Park Lawn is celebrating America's 250th birthday with a special Independence Day promotion:
🇺🇸 $50 receives $75 worth of tickets
🇺🇸 $100 receives 160 tickets
It's the perfect opportunity to increase your chances before next week's drawing.
<h3>Drawing Information</h3>
Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Fat Tommy's Grill &amp; Sports Bar 
4901 Cal Sag Road 
Crestwood, IL 60418
If you're present at Fat Tommy's when your ticket is drawn and you reveal the Queen of Hearts, you'll win 60% of the jackpot. If you're not present, you'll receive 50% of the jackpot.
<h3>Purchase Tickets</h3>
🎟 Online: <a target="_blank" href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener">www.parklawn.com</a> (through Wednesday at 8:00 AM)
🎟 Park Lawn 
10833 Laporte Ave. 
Oak Lawn, IL 
(Business Hours through Wednesday at 4:00 PM)
🎟 Fat Tommy's Grill &amp; Sports Bar 
Daily until 6:50 PM on drawing day.
Every ticket purchased supports Park Lawn, a nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the south suburban Chicago area. Your participation helps provide meaningful programs, employment opportunities, residential services, and community inclusion while giving you a chance to win one of Chicagoland's largest charitable jackpots.
Come see if you'll be Park Lawn's next millionaire!

Local Event: Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Jackpot Soars Past $1.03 Million for July 8 Drawing

Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Jackpot Soars Past...

The excitement continues!
After another packed house at Fat Tommy's Grill & Sports Bar, the Park Lawn Queen of Hearts jackpot...

Park Lawn Queen of Hearts Jackpot Soars Past $1.03 Million for July 8 Drawing

St. Spyridon Greek Festival! OPA!!

St. Spyridon Greek Festival! OPA!
12307 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL, 60463Festival times
·&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; July 11,&nbsp; Saturday: 1pm-10pm
·&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; July 12,&nbsp; Sunday: 12pm-10pm
Authentic Greek Cuisine, and Homemade Greek Pastries!
Souvlaki, Greek Chicken, Gyros, Spanakopita, Tyropita, Greek Fries and more.
Pastries: Baklava, Diples, Kourambiedes, Melomakarona, Koulouria, Kataifi and much more.
Best of all "Loukoumades" is a dough fried in oil and dipped in a honey/sugar syrup sprinkled with cinnamon.
<a href="https://www.Saint-Spyridn.net" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>
Greek Music &amp; Dancing by DJ Nikita!
Greek Dance Troupe Performances each night at 7:30P.M.
Admission: Adults $2.00 Children under 12 Free·&nbsp;
Free Parking and Shuttle from;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Shuttle Sat/Sun 3PM-11PM.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Marist SportsPlex: 12221 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; St Mary Orthodox church: 6330 W 127th St, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Description of items on our website: <a href="https://www.Saint-Spyridn.net" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Saint-Spyridn.net</a>

Local Event: 12307 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL, 60463

12307 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL, 60463

St. Spyridon Greek Festival! OPA!
12307 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL, 60463Festival times
·        July 11,  Saturday:...

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Annual Barbara Vick Early Childhood and Family Center Fundraiser- Friday, March 4, 2016