Name: Night Out at AllenForce: Movie, Pizza, & Karaoke
Start: 2026-04-24T17:00:00-05:00
Location: 3581 Hennepin Drive Joliet, IL 60431

3581 Hennepin Drive  Joliet, IL 60431

Join us for a night of fun, laughs, and camaraderie!
AllenForce Movie &amp; Karaoke Night
Join us for an evening of entertainment, camaraderie, and fun! We’ll kick things off with Jurassic Park at 5:00 PM, then keep the energy going with karaoke at 7:30 PM!
Enjoy pizza, great music, and plenty of laughs as we come together to relax and connect.
Come for the movie, stay for the songs, and make it a night to remember!

Local Event: Night Out at AllenForce: Movie, Pizza, & Karaoke

Will County

John Ferak

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Joliet

Illinois

Night Out at AllenForce: Movie, Pizza, & Karaoke

Join us for a night of fun, laughs, and camaraderie!
AllenForce Movie & Karaoke Night
Join us for an evening of entertainment,...

Garage Sale at 2214 Providence Way, (Greywall Club Subdivision), Joliet. Sale has furniture, toys (old), adult clothing, home goods, and more! Go West on Caton Farm pass Ridge Road.&nbsp;

Local Event: Garage Sale

Garage Sale

Garage Sale at 2214 Providence Way, (Greywall Club Subdivision), Joliet. Sale has furniture, toys (old), adult clothing, home...

Let nature do the work. Rooted in Nature help veterans and loved ones reset and recharge through outdoor connection and creativity.
<h3>Rooted in Nature: A Path to Wellness</h3>
Explore, Create, and Connect - Outdoors!
Description:
Looking for a fun, relaxed way to connect with others and enjoy time outside? Rooted in Nature: A Path to Wellness is an outdoor social program for veterans and their loved ones that blends games, creativity, and light activity in a welcoming, no-pressure setting. There's no need to attend every week - come when you can and join the fun!
Each session offers a mix of group games, outdoor activities, hands-on crafts, and casual conversation. Activities change weekly, are adaptable for all abilities, and are designed to spark laughter, connection, and shared experiences - no skills or experience needed.
Enjoy fresh air, natural light, and a chance to unwind, socialize, and recharge while spending meaningful time together outdoors.

Why Participate?
<ul><li>Enjoy fun group games, crafts and outdoor activities</li><li>Experience the mental and physical benefits of being outdoors</li><li>Relax, laugh, and recharge in a low-pressure environment</li><li>Connect with others in a welcoming, low-pressure environment</li></ul>

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Rooted in Nature: A Path to Well-Being

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Our Savior Lutheran Preschool and Kindergarten

Give your child's closet a fresh start! Shop our Children's Resale Sale for gently loved clothes, shoes, toys and baby gear at an amazing price. You will find everything your little one needs!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Day 2, Garage Sale at 2214 Providence Way, Joliet. Greywall Club Subdivision with Adult clothes, old toys, home decor, and more!

Day 2, Garage Sale at 2214 Providence Way, Joliet. Greywall Club Subdivision with Adult clothes, old toys, home decor, and more!

Crystal Sky Banquets

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Do you have documents that contain sensitive information (social security numbers, account numbers, etc.) that you no longer need? Bring them to First Bank of Manhattan &amp; New Lenox, 550 W. North St., Manhattan, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, April 25, and we will shred them right in front of you!
We are also collecting food for the Manhattan Food Pantry, and would welcome donations of non-perishable/unexpired food items so we can keep their shelves stocked!
Please call us at 815-478-4611 if you have any questions.
There is a 15 box limit per customer. Please, no magazines, newspapers, non-confidential papers, pictures, binders, credit cards, books, electronic items, or metal clips in your shredding.
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Steady Mind, Steady Body offers a supportive space for veterans and loved ones to reduce stress and feel more balanced.
<h3>Steady Mind, Steady Body</h3>
Move, Reflect, and Feel More Grounded - In Person or via Zoom!
Description:
Looking for a way to feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally balanced? Steady Mind, Steady Body is a weekly wellness class designed to support mental and emotional well-being through gentle, intentional movement and guided reflection. Each session stands on its own - so you are welcome to attend weekly or drop in whenever it works for you.
Movements are adaptable for all abilities and paired with mindful moments that encourage self-awareness, calm, and connection. No prior experience needed!

Why Participate?
<ul><li>Create space to slow down and care for your mind and body</li><li>Learn tools to manage stress and build emotional resilience</li><li>Feel steadier, more confident, and supported each week</li><li>Connect with others in a welcoming, judgement-free environment</li></ul>

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Steady Mind, Steady Body

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Step back in time at this interactive hands-on art experience featuring a juried exhibition of talented works by local Girl Scouts and leaders. This family-friendly event is open to all and features creative art projects for all ages, a bake sale, and exciting raffles. If you have a Girl Scout from another area and they want to participate in the Art Show, please reach out to us at orlandparkgs614@gmail.com.&nbsp;

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Backswing 24/7 Indoor Golf Club

Celebrate the grand opening of Minooka's premier indoor golf simulator facility with a full weekend featuring a ribbon cutting ceremony, catering by Fat Boyz Pizza and Stuff, and exclusive membership discounts. Guests can tour state-of-the-art private golf bays and enjoy a variety of on-course contests, raffles for premium memberships and gear, and a high-stakes Hole-in-One Challenge to win a brand new Ping G430 Max 10K driver.

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Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Celebrate the grand opening of Minooka's premier indoor golf simulator facility with a full weekend featuring a ribbon cutting...

Jacob Henry Mansion

Saddle Up…The Hottest Wild West Fundraiser of the Year Is Ridin’ Into Town...All to Support a Rootin' Tootin' Awesome Cause...The Shorewood Kiwanis Club
The Shorewood Kiwanis Club is a lifeline for many young people by providing a multitude of services and participating in a wide range of initiatives throughout the year, including fundraising, community service, and programs supporting local children as well as those in nearby communities.&nbsp;
Help support their mission and have some rootin’ tootin’ fun at the same time! 
Dust off those cowboy boots, grab your hats, and get ready for a night where the Wild West meets a powerful cause. 
This ain’t their first rodeo - but it might just be their best one yet!

This is the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year...a full night of entertainment including gaming tables, FULL buffet meal, raffles &amp; silent auction and tons of fun!
Participants are encouraged to dress up "Wild West" style.&nbsp;
Whether you come dressed as a cowboy, cowgirl, outlaw, or sheriff, one thing’s for sure… you won’t want to miss the hottest hoedown of the year.
The event will be held, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at
Jacob Henry Mansion, 20 S Eastern Ave, Joliet, IL 60433, USA
Tickets are $50 Each plus $1.25 Service Fee
All proceeds raised will benefit local children in our community.
Tickets are available online at <a href="https://www.shorewoodilkiwanis.org/event-details-registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.shorewoodilkiwanis.org/event-details-registration</a>.
Tickets can be purchased in-person at the Heartland Bank and Trust in Shorewood and at Rt 59 in Plainfield.
If you are interested in sponsoring this event or have raffle/silent auction donations please contact Becki Hackett 815-690-7474 or Dawn Thomas 808-352-6423.Join the Shorewood Kiwanis Club for an unforgettable evening filled with:
Great people
Big Laughs
Wild West vibes
And a Charitable Mission that Truly Matters
The Shorewood Kiwanis Club was born out of a commitment to stop passing over the real issues of society, and deal with them head on. The members have set out to aid those who need it most.
Kiwanis Club of Shorewood believes change is possible when they put their hearts and minds to it. Not to mention their time, resources and talents.
Shorewood Kiwanis, 1147 Brook Forest Ave #137, Shorewood, IL 60404, USA
<a href="mailto:shorewoodilkiwanis@gmail.com">shorewoodilkiwanis@gmail.com</a>

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Whitetail Ridge Golf Club

PJWC Keys for a Cause 🔑🎹 - Dueling Piano Fundraiser. This year's event will feature dueling piano entertainment, dinner buffet, cash bar, raffles, silent auction and lots of fun! *Add the VIP Experience for reserved seating, a special gift, champagne toast and a raffle open only to our VIPs!
Purchase tickets at <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pjwc-keys-for-a-cause" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pjwc-keys-for-a-cause</a>
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<ul>
 <li>Eliza’s Angels in the Joliet, Shorewood, Plainfield area supplying MUCH needed food to the homeless. Eliza also makes food at Catholic Charities shelter, fills many micro pantries all over the area, has a trailer that she can cook hot meals too. She also donates food to Will County Health Department &amp; Community Health Center for the patients. <a href="https://www.elizasangels.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.elizasangels.com/</a></li>
 <li>Cal’s Angels- a small local charity who grants wishes to children who are battling Cancer. <a href="https://www.calsangels.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.calsangels.org/</a></li>
 <li>Ronald McDonald House Family Room Naperville- they have 2 bedrooms for families, along with a large community playroom, kitchen and family room. They supply families with meals too. Fun fact- PJWC has a room named after us! <a href="https://ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org/room-at-edward-hospital/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org/room-at-edward-hospital/</a></li>
</ul>
Thank you for standing with local volunteers who are committed to serving our neighbors with care and friendship.

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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

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Plainfield Central High School

The Harlem Wizards are coming to Plainfield to help several local PSD 202 schools fundraise!!&nbsp;&nbsp;Get ready for some unforgettable fun, hoops and alley oops. &nbsp;This is a basketball ‘game’ like no other. &nbsp;

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Hiring: Part-Time Choir Director
Trinity Lutheran Church New Lenox, IL Choir Director Position - Part Time 
508 North Cedar Road New Lenox, IL 60451
Choir Director Job Description and Duties:
-Choose music from files and/or purchase (from budget*) music for selected services. 
-Music is chosen based on voicing, church year theme, readings, and/or gospel reading, if possible. Difficulty level is also a consideration. 
-Let church secretary know for placement in the service bulletin. 
-Organize music including filling and emptying folders and filing music. 
-Conduct rehearsals. 
-Direct choir at services and rehearsals. 
-Choir rehearsals have been held on Wednesday nights at 7pm for usually 1 hour (could be adjusted). More time needed near Easter and Christmas. 
-Choir has traditionally sung after the 2nd reading during services. We also sing during offering as well as for prelude. (concurred with pastor - anywhere during service as needed). 
-Singing dates are chosen based on choir member availability and when music is fully prepared. 
-Singing dates that happen every year: 
*Reformation Sunday, the Sunday before Thanksgiving as well as on Thanksgiving 
*Christmas Eve 11:00pm Service 
*Ash Wednesday 
*Maundy Thursday 
*Good Friday 
*Easter at Both Services 
*Confirmation 
-Choir sings during Advent, Lent, and ordinary time. 
-Recruiting new members
Extra info: 
-During Lent, other rehearsal arrangements may need to be made since Wednesday have the Soup and Sandwich and Lenten Services. Choir has switched to Mondays or Thursdays before. (sometimes practices have been held between the 8:00am and 10:30am Service.) 
-If the organist is not available to accompany, the director may need to hire (budget funds) someone who is capable on piano, organ or other instrument. 
-Presently two choir members teach Sunday School, so when we have to sing during offering at the 9:00am service. The director may text them when the sermon starts.
-Questions, please call or email: (815) 485-6973 or <a href="mailto:tlcsecretary508@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">tlcsecretary508@gmail.com</a>

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Hope, healing & justice for abused children.

Will County Children's Advocacy Center

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) comprised of law enforcement, DCFS investigators, medical personnel, prosecutors, and Will County CAC forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists in response to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, IL. Our Will County CAC intake/MDT coordinator, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists provide the following services: * Forensic Interviews: After a child is referred to the Will County CAC by law enforcement or the IL Dept. of Family Services (DCFS), our Intake Coordinator schedules a forensic interview for the child. One of our 4 forensic interviewers listens to the child’s story and asks non-leading, developmentally-appropriate questions as the child talks about the trauma he/she has experienced. Law enforcement, prosecution, DCFS, and mental health professionals observe the interview from a separate room. This reduces trauma for the child and provides a stronger foundation if the case goes to court. * Family Advocacy: Our family advocates are committed to helping each family navigate the complex systems that a family enters when a child makes an outcry of abuse. As each case goes through the investigation, prosecution and healing process, the team is there to help the family understand the process, learn about their rights and successfully access resources that will help their family during crisis. * Trauma-Focused Therapy: Our team of licensed clinical social workers provide short-term, trauma informed therapy to children who have received a forensic interview. Since child abuse affects the whole family, the services are available at no cost to both the child and their non-offending family members. Individual and group therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

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For the fourth consecutive year, the Timbers of Shorewood has been voted "Best Senior Care Community in Will County" by readers of the Herald-News. In addition, The community has been recognized with the “Best Independent Living Award” and the “Best Assisted Living Award” in U.S. News &amp; World Report’s 2026 Best Senior Living ratings. The Timbers of Shorewood is an award-winning rental retirement community which provides senior independent living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Senior Living Designed for seniors who want to live independently in an active community with freedom, choices and security. Leave the burdens of household maintenance behind and enjoy a fulfilling life. Assisted Living Assisted Living is for seniors whose needs have changed. Residents enjoy living in a safe and secure community with supportive care specifically designed to meet their personal needs. Short-Term Stay A Short-Term Stay or Respite is a great way to sample life in our community. Stay in a fully furnished apartment and enjoy retirement living anywhere from a weekend to a month, or longer. Senior Living Awards - Best Independent Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report (2026 - 2025) - Best Assisted Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report (2026) - Best Senior Care Facility in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice (Four-Years Running 2025 - 2022) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2025) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (All Star) (2024) - Most Friendly in Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2023) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2023)

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