Beyond the Book, A Literary Experience

Bookstore • Coffee • Podcast Studio Step into Beyond the Book, a cozy literary haven where stories, coffee, and community come together. More than a bookstore, we’re a creative hub for readers and writers—celebrating diverse authors, hosting inspiring workshops, and nurturing the next generation of storytellers. From our South Suburban Literary Book Award to our Aspiring Authors Workshop, we honor the power of words to connect and transform. Whether you’re writing your first page or sipping your favorite brew, you’ll find your place, and your story, Beyond the Book. Through collaborations with thought leaders, nonprofits, and corporations, Beyond the Book weaves together a community where the love of reading, writing, and authorship is celebrated and cultivated with intention.

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We bake the best desserts and cookies in Tinley Park!

Crumbl Tinley Park

With a delicious variety of gourmet treats, we’ve got you covered with in-store pickup, delivery, and catering options from our locally-owned dessert bakery. Our desserts in Tinley Park are made fresh daily with a weekly rotating menu of over 300 flavors! From the best chocolate chip cookies to delectable pies and cakes, our desserts are perfect for gifting and sharing with friends and family.

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Become a Volunteer Meal Driver: Just 2 Hours a Week

Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

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.

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Bolingbrook

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Book now for spring exterior painting and deck staining

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.

Orland Park

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A Calm, Inclusive Space for Mental Wellness

Step-by-Step: The Spa for Your Mind

Step-by-Step: The Spa for Your Mind is a modern mental wellness practice focused on therapy, emotional balance, and personal growth. We provide a calm, affirming, and inclusive environment where clients can explore their mental health at their own pace. Our approach centers on compassion, self-awareness, and individualized care rather than pressure or one-size-fits-all solutions. We support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Step-by-Step is committed to culturally responsive and LGBTQ+ affirming care, ensuring that all clients feel safe, respected, and heard. Mental wellness is a journey, and we are here to walk it with you, one step at a time. Two locations to serve you: • Evergreen Park Location: 9730 S Western Ave, Suite 203, Evergreen Park, IL 60805 • Homewood Location: 1820 Ridge Rd, Suite 303B, Homewood, IL 60430

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Evergreen Park

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CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL - Flossmoor School District 161 will host a community welcome reception on Thursday to introduce its new superintendent, Dr. Dana Smith. Smith will be welcomed to the district immediately after a special board meeting that will approve hsi contract, according to a news release from the school district. The reception will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 23 at the District Office at Normandy Villa, 41 E. Elmwood Drive in Chicago Heights. Read More: <a href="https://patch.com/illinois/homewood-flossmoor/flossmoor-school-district-161-names-next-superintendent" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Flossmoor School District 161 Names Next Superintendent</a>Photo via Flossmoor School District 161

CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL - Flossmoor School District 161 will host a community welcome reception on Thursday to introduce its new superintendent, Dr. Dana Smith.

Smith will be welcomed to the district immediately after a special board meeting that will approve hsi contract, according to a news release from the school district. The reception will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 23 at the District Office at Normandy Villa, 41 E. Elmwood Drive in Chicago Heights. Read More: <a href="https://patch.com/illinois/homewood-flossmoor/flossmoor-school-district-161-names-next-superintendent" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Flossmoor School District 161 Names Next Superintendent</a>

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Dr. Dana Smith will be welcomed to the community after the board approves his contract at a meeting on Thursday. 

Reception Planned to Welcome New District 161 Superintendent 

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Join the Center for Food Equity in Medicine for a day on the links featuring a shotgun start and an evening awards dinner. Registration fees include greens fee, a golf cart, and both lunch and dinner to fuel your game for a good cause. Register as an individual ($150) or foursome ($550) to support food equity for those experiencing cancer or other life-changing illnesses. Purchase tickets on the website or at:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://secure.givelively.org/event/center-for-food-equity-in-medicine/tee-time-for-equity" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">secure.givelively.org/event/center-for-food-equity-in-medicine/tee-time-for-equity</a>

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