Compassionate Funeral Service and Cremation Provider

Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory

Our staff is here to help you through a difficult time and to help ease the burden of a stressful situation. We are knowledgeable in every aspect of funeral services, including the different types of burial, cremation, memorial services and life celebrations. Our philosophy is to honor you and your family with compassion and respect, and provide comfort and care during a difficult time.

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Illinois

Our staff is here to help you through a difficult time and to help ease the burden of a stressful situation. We are knowledgeable in every aspect...

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, dietitian-approved 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.

Andrea Earnest

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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...

Oswego Service Group, LLC

Excellence and professionalism are first when it comes to our Handyman Service. We are constantly improving our services, staying up-to-date on all the latest industry advancements and bringing our knowledge to your doorstep. Since we began, our goal has remained the same—to provide reliable services and make sure our clients know we are professionals they can trust. Services we provide: - On-site Screen Repair - Dryer Vent Maintenance - Mailbox Installation - New Kitchen Faucets - TV Wall Mounting - Your personal project

Kendall County

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Excellence and professionalism are first when it comes to our Handyman Service. We are constantly improving our services, staying up-to-date on all...

Naperville’s Own Award-Winning Auto & Work Injury Advocates

Marker Law, LLC

Marker Law proudly serves Naperville and the greater Chicagoland area, providing experienced, results-driven representation in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Founded by attorney Jason Marker, the firm is built on a simple mission: to stand up for injured individuals and guide them through difficult moments with clarity, compassion, and strength. What sets Marker Law apart is its hands-on, client-first approach. Every client works directly with an experienced attorney from start to finish, receiving clear guidance, honest communication, and personalized attention—never left wondering what comes next. While no one can undo the harm caused by an accident, Marker Law is committed to securing maximum financial recovery while helping clients access medical care and return to normalcy. As Mr. Marker says, “We are in the business of putting lives back together.” The firm understands recovery is both physical and financial, helping connect clients with trusted medical providers—even without insurance or immediate resources—so they can focus on healing while the legal team handles the case. With over 25 years of experience, Jason Marker brings valuable insight from his early career representing insurance companies. He now uses that knowledge to anticipate defense strategies and fight for maximum results. The firm has recovered millions for clients and maintains a 97% win rate. Marker Law handles car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, workplace injuries, slip and falls, and other negligence claims. The firm is well known among insurance companies, defense attorneys, and judges. In 2023, Mr. Marker received the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing the highest level of professional excellence. Consultations are free, and there are no fees unless compensation is recovered. Call 33-INJURED or visit Marker Law on social media to learn more.

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Naperville

Marker Law proudly serves Naperville and the greater Chicagoland area, providing experienced, results-driven representation in personal injury and...

Kobi's Massage Therapist

♡ Boost employee morale and give your team a chance to relax, reset, and recharge—right at work! ♡ 10- or 15-minute chair massage sessions 2-hour minimum booking ♡Company-sponsored or employee self-pay options ♡Great for employee appreciation, wellness days, meetings, events, and recurring workplace wellness ♡We bring the chair, equipment, and supplies ♡You provide a 6' × 6' or larger space and electrical outlet Customized workplace wellness quotes available Please book at least 1 week in advance Email inquires: keisha@kobismt.com Kobi’s Massage Therapist LLC is serving: Joliet, IL and surrounding areas. ♡ Invest in your team. Book in August or September &amp; receive a 1 hour demo to see if massage at the workplace is right for you team.

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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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Voted Best Senior Care Community in Will County for 4 Years!

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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)

Shorewood

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....

JOLIET, IL — A 14-year-old girl reported missing Saturday in Joliet has been found, police said. Mari Washington was reported missing from the 1900 block of Chestnut Grove Drive earlier in the day on Saturday, according to the Joliet Police Department. Police said Washington has since been located and is safe. Authorities did not release any additional details. Amie Schaenzer contributed to this article.

JOLIET, IL — A 14-year-old girl reported missing Saturday in Joliet has been found, police said.

Mari Washington was reported missing from the 1900 block of Chestnut Grove Drive earlier in the day on Saturday, according to the Joliet Police Department. Police said Washington has since been located and is safe. Authorities did not release any additional details.

Amie Schaenzer contributed to this article.

Missing Girl, 14, Found Safe: Joliet Police

Mari Washington, who was reported missing Saturday, has since been found safe, police said. 

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VFW Post 9545

Online orders can be placed as early as 8 a.m. on Friday for pickup at your chosen time, starting at 4:30 p.m. Phone orders are taken starting @ 3:30 pm
Try our&nbsp;hand-trimmed and hand-breaded fried chicken.
We are famous for our hand-breaded fried cod, but why not try our Baked Cod Dinner for a change?
 Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545
323 Old Hickory Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
815.485.8369
Enjoy Sit-down dining!
Carry-out ordering is now available online! Go to the menu link below and scan the available QR Code. Pre-order to have your meal ready for you to come in and pick up&nbsp;at your selected time. Why wait on the phone when you can order and pre-pay online with our secure system?
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Scan QR Code or click on the link below:
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Our Year-Round Fish Fry is closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Holidays, and occasionally USA Independence Day.
Our Full-Service Bar will be open.
PUBLIC WELCOME!
For a change, try our Wing Dinner with&nbsp;Baked potato or Fries!!
Voted in the Top 5 Fish Fry in Chicagoland by “Chicago’s Best” and "Best Fish Fry" by "Best of Lincolnway 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 &amp; 2025 Readers Choice Awards!" 
Come on out and enjoy the best "Year Around Friday Fish Fry"&nbsp;(except for a few holidays)in the South Suburbs, as featured on WGN’s “Chicago’s Best!” Now serving Baked Icelandic Cod Fillet with choice of Baked Potato or French Fries, Icelandic Cod breaded and deep-fried golden brown. Shrimp, scallops, ½ chicken, and chicken&nbsp;tenders for the kids. All meals come with Coleslaw, French fries, and bread with butter. The baked potato is now available with all meals.
Coffee and Tea are free. A Pastry table is available for dessert, and we also have a full cash bar.
Tax is included in all of our prices.&nbsp;
All of Our Meals Are prepared with “Trans Fat-Free” Canola Oil since 2001.
Full-service bar at Fish Fry. 
Kid-friendly. Try the Chicken tenders for the kids.
Dine-in or carry-out. Our complete menu is on our website: <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://vfwpost9545.org</a>. For carry-outs, phone ahead at 815.485.8369. Order online, and you won't have a busy signal!!
The fish fry opens at 4:30 p.m. and runs until 7:30 p.m. For your convenience, we now accept Visa, Discover, and MasterCard at Fish Fry.&nbsp;
There is plenty of parking available, and it is handicap accessible.
Feeling lucky? After dinner, stroll into the Canteen and try your luck with our
Accel Video slots and poker games. You could win $500 on a single spin!
OUR SLOT PLAYERS HAVE WON OVER $52 MILLION.
Closer than the Casinos, it avoids all that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Helps Support Local Veterans and Our Community Services! Easy to get to. Close to
I-80 and I-355.
PUBLIC WELCOME. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING YOUR VETERANS!
ATM-Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted. Entertainment is every Friday in the bar after the Fish Fry. Top List karaoke or Good Time DJ.
323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369
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As Seen on “Chicago’s Best!”
and "Best Fish Fry" selection 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 , 2025 &amp; 2026 in "Best of Lincolnway."
Also, "One of the Best of Will County 2025!"

Plenty of parking and handicap accessible.

Local Event: NL VFW Friday Fish Fry.  Dine in or Order Carryout online, phone-in and save time at pickup!. 

NL VFW Friday Fish Fry.  Dine in or Order...

Online orders can be placed as early as 8 a.m. on Friday for pickup at your chosen time, starting at 4:30 p.m.  Phone orders...

NL VFW Friday Fish Fry.  Dine in or Order Carryout online, phone-in and save time at pickup!. 

Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545. 323 Old Hickory Rd. New Lenox, IL 60451. 815.485.8369 DJ Friday!!! – All Welcome! NO COVER! 21+Playing in the Canteen! Good Time DJ.” Keith &amp; Beth play some great tunes, 70's, 80's &amp; more. He will take your requests all night. Just sit and enjoy a cocktail while enjoying the music, or get up and dance! Try to see what you can win with his trivia questions. There are 12 beers on tap, including Craft and Fireball on Ice. Domestic bottles cost $3.50, and a 5-bottle domestic bucket costs $14. Our wine is all single-serve, so each pour is a fresh bottle—no old open stuff. Could you take a break and ENJOY OUR VIDEO POKER AND SLOTS? They're closer than the Casinos, and you won’t have to fight all that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Try your luck! OUR MACHINES HAVE PAID OUT OVER $52 MILLION! There is plenty of parking, and it is handicap accessible. There is no cover. The public is Welcome. You must be 21 years of age. ATMs, Visa/MasterCard/Discover are accepted. It is easy to find. It is close to I-80 and also I-355. 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 – <a attributionsrc="/privacy_sandbox/comet/register/source/?xt=AZU9VJAcTwhYZJ4W0D3rquTNiKlJuS5qQUw3KHI00HIft2JMufZmiERIHZtJbOcS75nzZ1osex_CmUqLIDHkX9WoQQJ_rfrxZC03XBbFBnwG-9m9R8meP1fEcBv6483iKKJAG5h3bFOokPB_NhTUPt-YfyLtNnxmN-q5KZdD-fcNyHRb8y1LQ9abDxHuTk4T1PnUYRnQO_XuSuzyezFdKxUQ0-X6-PmvY961_sIjW5g8E5BumKRH3pDi1PJYZ6kzNUDvzMdx2YjLgeMUludDcEKd5SERpwV4eYsoPljOOAqNW0PKiBsOKyOo6TcPEyE0O0pbr_DJfWUoynE45K2APV4qbIW0tv3JJuFA3BYP5xoPafxhOvFQMmgpXpaA9L6kfxi1KYS6AHncS-2D_wrGofA91AaIQtAw2zHmjHm7V3HXet4dr37BrREcRqgcI89YnztIn3fh36PYb9pQWxQjdcQWZEvWBZXw_BDtCGtvg3X4pMQc5gi5bXxWCT7psrtAvJ4hS9Wgoulql_091GGwDmwiJ6ghMODIhdigFpdj0Mo_irJO60cGgG5ReXTK0BXPIX8IdQkSrFsG6FLvGf4_ZY82ACdYCOAAY6DfxIweRyRbOY_87qMZlRXbM_dPdeS9S9OXwV3iUrSfp3wVDeRqxb16XQhcTSCxoUxwHdBRWfUVFP6Psc2PDS0sv_mtkYmIt9yQ7bqJRWk106E_sDFi1ljDwp1sHeB2n6iU9DdLUp77VVLoW97UnTa4ppGeCW4NXmZFpnyuy5Svrhut-BcK5G2aCWJRDzdeTzXk01nnkyBCPwWu0X5c3TZFWefdjvQZ7t8" href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNlZIQU5vajFpMU5JUGJmSwEerwuzAsySsTd_A5AotinkVWLMoKQKJLJxIzA8rBXCdwIYtcedMSIlDLWS9j0_aem_ofcUL_E-ZofAOkc0vgo1VQ" rel="nofollow noopener" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.vfwpost9545.org</a>

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Morris Plaza, 100 West Commercial Dr. (behind Walgreens)-Morris, IL

On
Sunday August 16th&nbsp;Junk in the Trunk Morris will hold an outdoor
flea market at our Morris Plaza home. Our independent vendors will be
open for business from 9AM until 3PM, offering shoppers a wide
variety of items at excellent prices. The Morris Plaza is located
behind Walgreens at 100 West Commercial Drive, a block west of
Division Street which is IL Rt. 47. If you would like to be a vendor
in Morris on August 16th, or at any of our upcoming events in Morris,
Gardner or Mazon it is not too late as advance registration is not
required. Simply arrive at 8AM, pay the $15 vendor fee, and take an
available spot. Vendors with small trailers are welcome without an
additional charge, and there is no admission fee for shoppers.
Proceeds from vendor fees received at this event will be donated to
the Goose Lake Prairie Partners. Junk in the Trunk Morris would like
to thank the Morris Department of Public Works for providing trash
receptacles at this event. Additional information about this event and Junk in the Trunk Morris is
available on Facebook or contact manager George Bennett,
630-319-0289 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:morrissale@yahoo.com">morrissale@yahoo.com</a>.

Local Event: Junk in the Trunk Flea Market in Morris

Junk in the Trunk Flea Market in Morris


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Joliet Jewish Congregation

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Local Event: Meet And Greet Rabbi Brian Serle

Meet And Greet Rabbi Brian Serle

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