Name: Homer Library Summer Reading Challenge!
Start: 2026-06-30T09:00:00-05:00

Open to all ages! Read for a chance to win fun prizes like gift cards, prize baskets, and more! The more you read (up to 13 hours) the more chances to win! Track the minutes you read on the Beanstack app or on a paper log (available at Homer Library).  Summer reading program runs May 30th until July 25th.

Local Event: Homer Library Summer Reading Challenge!

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Homer Glen-Lockport

Illinois

Homer Library Summer Reading Challenge!

Open to all ages! Read for a chance to win fun prizes like gift cards, prize baskets, and more! The more you read (up to 13...

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<h2></h2>From the City of Lockport:&nbsp;<div>"In celebration of Independence Day, the City of Lockport and Lockport Township Park District are hosting the annual fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026 at dusk in Dellwood Park. If the show is cancelled due to inclement weather, a makeup date will be announced."</div><div>Photo:&nbsp;Shutterstock
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John Ferak

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Lemont

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Free Scrap Metal Pickup. We Pick up: All Appliances, Farm Equipment, Garden Tractors, Snowmobiles, Automotive(all car related parts), Furnaces,Nuts, Bolts, Nails, Screws&hellip;if it&rsquo;s Metal we&rsquo;ll take it away for you. If you&rsquo;re wondering if we can take a particular item just give us a call and ask. For Free Pickup please call Brian @ 815-210-8819

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For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, medically tailored, and nutritious meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

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Located on the scenic Boley Farm in Orland Park, IL, Dean's Greens is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown plants and produce. We offer...

Compassionate & Affordable Veterinary Care You Can Trust!

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