Name: Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll/ ID Drive
Start: 2026-09-18T08:00:00-05:00

The Frankfort Saint Anthony's Knights of Columbus Council 9770 will be running their annual  Tootsie Roll Drive this weekend, September 18, 19, and 20.  Knights of Columbus volunteers will be distributing Tootsie Rolls at various street corners, and at Jewel Osco store.  Thanks for your generosity toward helping the Knights, as they donate all funds collected to local organizations that work with those with special needs.

Local Event: Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll/ ID Drive

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Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll/ ID Drive

The Frankfort Saint Anthony's Knights of Columbus Council 9770 will be running their annual  Tootsie Roll Drive this weekend,...

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