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

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Bolingbrook

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...

Lockport Loft Office Suites

Perfect 1-4 person office suites, downtown Lockport, furnished, all utilities included.

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Lockport

Compassionate & Affordable Veterinary Care You Can Trust!

Premier Paws at Lockport

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care for pets at every stage of life. Your pets are family, and quality veterinary care should always be affordable. Our local clinic provides compassionate, modern care with transparent pricing and a team that truly listens. Our experienced staff focuses on personalized medicine in a welcoming environment , without the stress of unexpected costs. In addition to our everyday affordable services, we host low-cost vaccine clinics on the first Saturday of every month, making preventive care even more convenient and accessible for our community. Here are just a few of the services our new clinic offers: • Dentals • Spays/Neuters • Laser Therapy • X-Rays • Microchipping • Vaccinations We’re proud to care for your pets and are here to help them live long, healthy lives. We’re always welcoming new clients, so give us a call to schedule an appointment and experience care you can trust at a price you can feel good about. Visit us at any of our THREE locations: Premier Paws at Lockport 16935 W Bruce Road Lockport, IL 60441 708-550-7297 Premier Paws at Timberline 495 E Frontage Road Joliet, IL 60431 815-729-1555 Premier Paws at Burbank 7900 Lavergne Avenue Burbank, IL 60459 708-551-1000

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care...

Krapils Steakhouse and Patio 

Krapils Steakhouse &amp; Patio has been a Worth, Illinois staple since the mid-1960s. Known for its rustic Northwoods atmosphere, Krapils offers a warm, classic dining experience where quality comes first. All orders are prepared fresh daily, with hand-cut steaks and house-made dishes to ensure consistent quality and generous portions. Whether you’re joining us for a casual meal, a special occasion, or a night out with friends, Krapils is a place where traditions are kept and guests feel at home.

Cook County

Lorraine Swanson

Alsip-Crestwood

Krapils Steakhouse & Patio has been a Worth, Illinois staple since the mid-1960s. Known for its rustic Northwoods atmosphere, Krapils offers a warm...

This is not your typical library program! Join us for an authentic haunting experience filled with props, suspense, chills, and thrills, as the lights go out and you become part of the story. <a href="http://williampack.com/ghosts/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">William Pack</a> gives an interactive performance of spine-tingling horror stories, true eerie history, and inexplicable supernatural occurrences. Ages 13 and up. Register online: <a href="http://lemontlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=432&amp;lib=" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://lemontlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=432&amp;lib=</a>

This is not your typical library program! Join us for an authentic haunting experience filled with props, suspense, chills, and thrills, as the lights go out and you become part of the story. <a href="http://williampack.com/ghosts/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">William Pack</a> gives an interactive performance of spine-tingling horror stories, true eerie history, and inexplicable supernatural occurrences. Ages 13 and up. Register online:

<a href="http://lemontlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=432&amp;lib=" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://lemontlibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=432&amp;lib=</a>

Lemont

Lemont Public Library: Saturday, October 11 at 2pm
50 E. Wend Street (630) 257-6541

The Unique, Spooky, Scary, Supernatural Show

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David Giuliani

Darien

Burr Ridge

Woodridge

Palos

Homer Glen-Lockport

Lauren Traut

Orland Park

Romeoville

Lisa Marie Farver

Downers Grove

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

Heritage Park, 14240 W 151st St, Homer Glen, IL

Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash 
This 5K Race will be held June 13th in Heritage Park in Homer Glen. Come join the fun! Joey’s Red Hots food truck will there, as well as Culver’s Frozen Custard, music by DJ Heavy E, numerous raffle prizes to local establishments (Tavern in the Green, Tazza Italian Ristorante, Stork Café, Mucha Salsa, Nothing Bundt Cakes), and multiple vendor tents, including Big River Footware, Goodlife Physical Therapy, Heat Shock Fitness, BMO Bank, Endure Running Company, and others. Also, Big River Footware is offering $15 off shoes and 20% off apparel to registered participants!
All proceeds go to the Homer Glen Community and Nature in Harmony Foundation, a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to raise funds for parks, open spaces, trails, etc., in the Homer Glen Community. Sign up to have a great time and support the Community as well! Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/HomerGlen/LaceUp5KRunWalk

Local Event: Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash for Parks, Trails, & Open Space

Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash...

Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash 
This 5K Race will be held June 13th in Heritage Park in Homer Glen. Come join the...

Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash for Parks, Trails, & Open Space

Goold Park

36th ANNUAL DULCIMER FESTIVAL SET FOR JUNE 13 &amp; 14 IN MORRIS
Family-friendly opportunity to enjoy quality live music in a beautiful park setting
 – Goold Park in Morris, Illinois will again be the&nbsp;location for this year’s Gebhard Woods Dulcimer and Traditional Music&nbsp;Festival on June 13 &amp; 14, featuring hourly performances and&nbsp;workshops from 10:00 am. until 6:00 pm. both days.






Performances&nbsp;feature both hammered dulcimer and mountain dulcimer and other&nbsp;traditional instruments in a wide variety of musical styles, including&nbsp;contemporary, old-time, bluegrass, jazz, blues and more.



The festival also features:More than 50 workshops (all levels) led by instructors in hammered andmountain dulcimer, harp, guitar, ukulele, and related musical topics • Open stage signups for those wishing to share their musical talents • Master instrument builders and related vendors • Supervised activities for children • Scheduled open jam sessions on site • Food and beverages available




Beautiful Goold Park is located at 308 Northern Avenue, Morris, Ilinois.

For more information: Visit our website at <a href="https://www.GebhardDulcimer.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.GebhardDulcimer.org</a> <a href="mailto:gebhard.festival@gmail.com" target="_blank"></a>

Local Event: Gebhard Woods Dulcimer & Traditional Music Festival

Gebhard Woods Dulcimer & Traditional Music...

36th ANNUAL DULCIMER FESTIVAL SET FOR JUNE 13 & 14 IN MORRIS
Family-friendly opportunity to enjoy quality live music in a...

Gebhard Woods Dulcimer & Traditional Music Festival

VFW Post 9545

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Playing great Rock ‘n Roll from the ’60s and ’70s.
Playing the way you remember it
The band starts at 7 pm on the Patio, Weather permitting. If not, thenm in the bar!!
NO COVER – PUBLIC WELCOME 21+

The music is Hot, and the cocktails and beer are cold—12 beers on tap. Domestic bottles are $3, and a 5-domestic beer bucket is $12. You can take a break anytime and try your luck with our new Video Slots and Poker. Maybe you could win $500 on a single spin!
The video slots and machines are ready and waiting. They are closer than the Boats and avoid all of that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Try your luck.
OUR SLOT MACHINES HAVE PAID OUT OVER $52 MILLION!
There is plenty of parking available and handicapped accessible.
You must be 21 to attend. ATM, Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted
Easy to get to. Close to I-80 and also I-355.
323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451 Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 –ht<a href="https://www.facebook.com/vfwpo..." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tps://www.facebook.com/vfwpo…</a>

Local Event: NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday “AMBIDEXTROUS” Playing on the Patio! No Cover, Public Welcome 21+

New Lenox

NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday “AMBIDEXTROUS”...

  Playing your favorites
Playing great Rock ‘n Roll from the ’60s and ’70s.
Playing the way you remember it
The band starts at...

NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday “AMBIDEXTROUS” Playing on the Patio! No Cover, Public Welcome 21+

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

Free Scrap Metal Pickup

Free Scrap Metal Pickup. We Pick up: All Appliances, Farm Equipment, Garden Tractors, Snowmobiles, Automotive(all car related parts), Furnaces,Nuts...

🌱 Patch AM: Lemont High School Names 966...

Make time for Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash for Parks, Trails, & Open Space on the Lemont Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Lemont High School Names 966 Students To Second Semester Honor Rolls

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Lemont High School Names 966 Students To Second...

More than 225 students were honored in each class.

Lemont High School Names 966 Students To Second Semester Honor Rolls

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Lemont Boys’ Tennis Repeats As Sectional Champs

Lemont was represented at the boys’ tennis state finals for the 19th time in 20 seasons.

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Americans want clearer rules for e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, speed restrictions, sidewalk bans and stronger enforcement.

E-Bikes And E-Scooters Are Fun, Useful And Sometimes Terrifying: Block Talk

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🌱 Patch AM: Lemont Severe Weather: Businesses...

Also, don’t miss Lace Up 5K Run, Walk, and Kids 100 Yard Dash for Parks, Trails, & Open Space on the Lemont Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Lemont Severe Weather: Businesses Close Due To Power Outages 

Local Author's Latest Work Features Lemont Convent

Pat Camalliere's book, "The Miracle at Assisi Hill," features Lemont and a piece of its long history.



Lemont 11-Year-Old Is 3v3 Soccer National Champion

11-year-old soccer player Madison Weil has been playing since she was 5 years old.

Lemont Scout Collects Over 250 Items For TLC...

Lemont resident Alexandra Andruszkiewicz​ organized an animal supply drive for TLC for her Eagle project. 

Lemont Scout Collects Over 250 Items For TLC Animal Shelter

Bethany Lutheran Church Celebrates 150 Years 

The church is known in the community for its open food pantry, which was started in 1975. 

Alvernia Manor Resident Turns 105

The centenarian was born in 1917, and celebrated with the retirement home residents, staff and family members with a party on Monday.

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