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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.

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Orland Park

Illinois

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...

Nicole Marie Salon is a new trendy, modern, hip salon.  Book your appointments online at nicolemariesalon.com

Chicago

Beverly-MtGreenwood

New Trendy Hair Salon

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Evergreen Park

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Fiber Friends Studios

Fiber Friends Studios is marking its anniversary weekend in conjunction with national Local Yarn Store Day, a nationwide celebration of independent yarn shops. The shop is a hub for knitting, crochet, embroidery, and sewing enthusiasts. The first 10 shoppers will receive a door prize. Join the celebration with champagne and cake from 3:00–5:00 PM

Local Event: Local Yarn Store Day

Local Yarn Store Day

Fiber Friends Studios is marking its anniversary weekend in conjunction with national Local Yarn Store Day, a nationwide...

Orland Park Civic Center

Sports Cards and More Show
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @&nbsp;Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL.&nbsp;

Make a whole day of it and score some fantastic finds!

Show Admission and Youth Policy
Adults 18 and Up: $1
Ages 12 and Under are admitted FREE, but MUST be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times.
Ages 13 to 17&nbsp;are admitted for $1 each, but MUST&nbsp;be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times.&nbsp;
For safety reasons we cannot make exceptions to the youth policy.Snacks, Lunch and Dinner OptionsThe Snack Shack will be open in the front lobby during the show with $1 packaged snacks, bottled water and canned soda.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For lunch or early dinner options...Burger 21, Buona Beef, Submarine City, P.F. Changs, The White Sheep, Dairy Queen and other delicious restaurants are nearby for your during and after-show noshing pleasure! Patrons are totally welcome to return to the show if you leave for lunch!&nbsp;
Door&nbsp;Prizes
Winner MUST Be Present @ Door Prize Drawing Times. No Exceptions.&nbsp;
Please support our generous door prize sponsors!&nbsp;We highly recommend our generous door prize sponsors Burger 21 (14650 South LaGrange in Orland Park) for the best burgers in town, Buona Beef (9525 W. 131st St @ LaGrange and 131st St in Orland Park) for the best Italian Beef sandwiches in town, and Nothing&nbsp;Bundt Cakes (14360 S. LaGrange in Orland Park) for the best desserts in town!&nbsp;
Every Paid Adult Guest 18+, each&nbsp;Paid Teen Guest 13-17&nbsp;accompanied and supervised by their Paid Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian, and every&nbsp;Child Guest 12 and Under,&nbsp;accompanied and supervised by their Paid Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian receives one Door Prize Drawing Ticket.
10:30 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $5 Burger 21 Gift Card
11:00 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $5 Burger 21 Gift Card
11:30 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $21 Burger 21 Gift Card
12:00 Door Prize
FREE Buona Original Beef Sandwich or Buona Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Topping @ Buona Beef Orland Park and FREE Bundtlets For A Year @ Nothing Bundt Cakes of Orland Park
12:30 Grand Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate, FREE Buona Original Beef Sandwich or Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Topping @ Buona Beef Orland Park and One Full-Size Nothing Bundt Cake
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Local Event: Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, April 26, 2026 - 9 am to 2 pm

Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic...

Sports Cards and More Show
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @ Orland Park...

Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, April 26, 2026 - 9 am to 2 pm

Community High School District 218 Administrative Center

<a href="https://www.chsd218.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Community High School District 218</a> will host a meeting for parents of students with disabilities who attend private or home schools at 9 a.m., Tuesday, April 28, 2026.&nbsp; Special education staff will conduct the meeting at the D218t Administrative Center, 10701 S. Kilpatrick Ave., Oak Lawn.

Special education staff will discuss the district’s plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools or home schools within District 218 during the 2026-2027 school year.&nbsp; Any parent of a homeschooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and lives in District 218 is encouraged to attend.
For more information, contact CHSD 218 Director of Special Education Dustin Cochrane at 708.424.2000 x2563.

Local Event: Dist. 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

Dist. 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With...

Community High School District 218 will host a meeting for parents of students with disabilities who attend private or home...

Dist. 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

Local Event: CHSD 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

CHSD 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With...

CHSD 218 Meeting For Parents Of Children With Disabilities Attending Private Schools, Homeschooled

Old Western Avenue & Broadway Street

Mai Fest is back for the 5th year bigger than ever!&nbsp; With over 100 artisan vendors, 4 live bands, and food and drink, it promises to be a great day!&nbsp; A great way to celebrate Mother's Day weekend..find mom the perfect gift, or spend the day perusing the handmade goods and enjoying the live music.&nbsp; The fest runs from Noon to 5pm.&nbsp; There is free parking available in the city lots off of Western Ave north of the Cal Sag, and there will be a free shuttle to transport folks from the lots to and from the fest.

Local Event: Mai Fest 2026 Arts & Crafts Street Fair

Blue Island

Mai Fest 2026 Arts & Crafts Street Fair

Mai Fest is back for the 5th year bigger than ever!  With over 100 artisan vendors, 4 live bands, and food and drink, it...

Blue Island Officials Approached By Developer...

Blue Island City Council vows total transparency and community input into a plan to build a data center on the MetraSouth property.

Blue Island Officials Approached By Developer With Concept To Build Data Center On Hospital Property

Concept To Build Data Center On Hospital Property Floated Before Blue Island City Council

Politics & Government

Cook County Forest Preserves Throws Trash Bash...

Make your spring cleaning more sustainable by recycling your hard-to-dispose-of items, Saturday, April 25 at Dan Ryan-Central Woods. 

Cook County Forest Preserves Throws Trash Bash For Hard To Get Rid Of Stuff At Dan Ryan Woods-Central

Trash Bash And Shred Event Set For Saturday At Dan Ryan Woods-Central 

Community Corner

Charity Founded By Late Mercy Sisters To Help...

The charity founded by nonagenarian nuns to help asylum seekers bussed to Chicago will cease operations after three extraordinary years. 

Charity Founded By Late Mercy Sisters To Help Asylum Seekers Will Cease Operations In November

Catherine's Caring Cause Founded By Late Mercy Sisters Will Cease Operations In November

Beverly Theatre Guild Closes Out 63rd Season...

BTG closes out the season with the family favorite  'Shrek: The Musical,' April 24-26 in The Baer Theater at Morgan Park Academy. 

Beverly Theatre Guild Closes Out 63rd Season With 'Shrek: The Musical' Starring Community Cast

Beverly Theatre Guild Closes Out 63rd Season With 'Shrek: The Musical'

Arts & Entertainment

Mother McAuley Sophomores Sell Commemorative T...

Mother McAuley sophomores are raising money for the fallen firefighter's family by selling T-shirts and passing the boot at games, April 30.

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