Taste Of Lemont Planned Sept. 10

LEMONT, IL — The Taste of Lemont is back. The Lemont High High School Educational Foundation will host "Food for Thought: Taste of Lemont" from 5-11 p.m. on Sept. 10, near the Metra Lot in downtown Lemont.

This family-friendly event will feature live music and some of the best food and beverages the Lemont community can offer, the school said in a news release.

Tickets are on sale now and are $15 if purchased in advance ($20 in person at the door). Admission is free for ages 14 and under, and also free for Lemont High School students with a valid student ID. Tickets may be purchased online.

The Taste of Lemont is the LHSEF’s most important annual fundraiser, and it again will be open to all ages, the school said. Parents, students, younger siblings and community members all are invited.

As with previous years, the format will be typical of a “Taste of...” event, with food tickets purchased on site and redeemed with the vendors, the school said. Each restaurant will have multiple affordable options on its menu.

Participating food and beverage vendors will be announced in advance of the event.

In addition to food and beverages, the Taste of Lemont will feature live music from Split Decision and Mike & Joe, as well as a “Split the Pot” fundraiser.

The Taste of Lemont will be a rain or shine event. Individuals who do not wish to purchase tickets online should call 630-243-3280.

Proceeds from the event benefit the LHSEF, whose mission is to partner with the community to make lasting improvements to Lemont High School that will enhance the total educational experience for all of its students, the school said. The LHSEF has awarded more than $500,000 in grants to aid Lemont High School’s students, faculty and staff since 2007, as well as more than $125,000 to help make the CITGO Innovation Academy a reality.