Peace Preschool

Peace Preschool is a smaller-scale Christian preschool that offers classes to children ages 3-5 in a loving and nurturing environment. What makes us unique? * large outdoor play area with playground * full-sized gymnasium * dedicated library * many field trips and special events throughout the school year * opportunities for parents to assist in the classroom

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Frankfort

Illinois

Peace Preschool is a smaller-scale Christian preschool that offers classes to children ages 3-5 in a loving and nurturing environment. What makes...

Crystals, Reiki & Sound Healing for the Mind, Body & Spirit

High Ho Gems, Inc.

A welcoming space for healing, exploration, and spiritual education. Step into our crystal and rock wonderland in Mokena, Illinois. Visit our retail store to explore crystals from around the world, spiritual books, gemstone jewelry, traditional brass singing bowls from Nepal, and a wide variety of holistic offerings. At High Ho Gems, Inc., experience immersive sound baths featuring the world’s leading Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls by Crystal Tones. These extraordinary instruments are also available for purchase, as we are a registered partner. Education is at the heart of what we do. We offer a wide range of classes and events, including Reiki certification (Levels 1–3), chakra studies, crystal education, meditation, women’s circles, Reiki Shares, holistic markets, and our long-running concert series. Shop consciously sourced crystals, receive Reiki, experience sound healing, and grow through guided classes and workshops in our Mokena healing studio. We are a family-owned small business, proudly serving the community since 2014 and rooted in Mokena since 2020. Mission At High Ho Gems, Inc., our mission is to create a heart-centered community where people of all backgrounds feel safe, welcomed, and supported. We offer authentic, high-vibrational experiences that help individuals connect more deeply with themselves, spirit, and their purpose—uplifting, inspiring, and bringing light to every soul’s journey.

Lauren Traut

Mokena

A welcoming space for healing, exploration, and spiritual education. Step into our crystal and rock wonderland in Mokena, Illinois. Visit our...

Clearway Promise providing a seamless process!

Clearway Exteriors

We put our customers first walking you through the entire process creating a seamless experience the clearway of doing Business. Home renovations replacing or installing windows, doors, roofs, siding, gutters, gutter guards, soffit &amp; fascia, painting.

Cook County

Tinley Park

We put our customers first walking you through the entire process creating a seamless experience the clearway of doing Business. Home renovations...

✨ Now Open in Mokena | Luxury Portrait Studio


Creations by Beth Photography LLC

Every family, business, and milestone has a story worth preserving — the quiet moments, the growing families, the exciting new beginnings, and the passions that shape who you are. At Creations by Beth Photography, I specialize in heirloom newborn, maternity, children’s, family, branding, and professional headshot photography in Mokena, IL and the surrounding Chicagoland communities. My goal is to create timeless, heartfelt imagery that not only looks beautiful, but truly feels meaningful for years to come. I’m proud to officially welcome clients into my boutique studio space in Mokena — designed to be warm, calm, and comfortable whether you’re documenting your growing family, updating professional headshots, or creating elevated branding imagery for your business. From guided maternity portraits and baby-led newborn sessions to professional branding and headshots that help you confidently represent yourself and your business, every session is thoughtfully customized to create an experience that feels relaxed, personal, and genuine. As a Certified Newborn &amp; Portrait Photographer, safety, connection, and creating a stress-free experience are always at the center of what I do. I am currently accepting bookings for: • Newborn Photography • Maternity Portraits • Children &amp; Family Sessions • Professional Headshots • Branding Photography If you’ve been thinking about documenting this season of life — personally or professionally — I would truly love the opportunity to create something meaningful for you. 💻 Learn more or reserve your session: [www.CreationsbyBethPhotography.com](http://www.CreationsbyBethPhotography.com) 📍Mokena, Illinois Serving Mokena, Frankfort, New Lenox, Orland Park, Tinley Park, and surrounding Chicagoland areas.

Every family, business, and milestone has a story worth preserving — the quiet moments, the growing families, the exciting new beginnings, and the...

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.

Will

Crest Hill

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)...

Free Live entertainment at Fox's on Wolf for St. Patrick's Day! Open from 11:00am to 11:00pm, with a special menu including our famous pizza and Irish Favorites like Corned Beef &amp; Cabbage and Shepherd's Pie. 12:00-8:00  Jerry Eadie 2:00  Artistic Face Painting Begins 2:00  Balloon Artist Begins 4:00  The Kilted Wonder Bagpiper 7:00 (approximate time) Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band 7:00 (approximate time) Trinity Irish Dancers

Free Live entertainment at Fox's on Wolf for St. Patrick's Day!

Open from 11:00am to 11:00pm, with a special menu including our famous pizza and Irish Favorites like Corned Beef &amp; Cabbage and Shepherd's Pie. 12:00-8:00  Jerry Eadie

2:00  Artistic Face Painting Begins 2:00  Balloon Artist Begins

4:00  The Kilted Wonder Bagpiper 7:00 (approximate time) Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band

7:00 (approximate time) Trinity Irish Dancers

Free Live St. Patrick's Day Entertainment at Fox's on Wolf

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VFW Post 9545

Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and&nbsp;THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!!!
Doors open at @4 pm, and the first ball drops at @6:00pm Bingo paper sales will begin at 4:45 pm.
The Kitchen opens at 5:15 pm
In 2025, Tuesday Night Bingo paid $193,803.00 in cash prizes, including Bingo, Raffles, and Pull Tabs. Congratulations!!
Last week, we paid $3,762 in prizes, including progressive games!!!!
TUESDAY BINGO Night: Available Prizes include 2 Progressive raffles,15 Bingo games, and pull tabs.
2 Progressive games: 
Tim's Raffle $2,928
Kaboom - $1,746 
Weekly Vets Raffle: 4 Winners Drawn this week!!
1 White Strip $5
6 White Strips $20&nbsp;
Winner #1-&nbsp;$100 Speedway Card from Randy Holzhaur, State Farm Insurance, New Lenox.
Winner #2- $50 Card from Hog Wild, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $50 Card from Rosati's Pizza, New Lenox.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; 
Winner #3- $50 Coopers Hawk (1) wine tasting for 2, (2) Desserts, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$30&nbsp; Card From Crumbl Cookies, Mokena.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$20 Card from CP&nbsp;Meats, New Lenox.
Winner #4-&nbsp;$25 Card from Ranch Frostie, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$25 Card from Chili's, New Lenox.

&nbsp;Bring&nbsp;your friends: more players, more significant prizes. The number of games sold determines Bingo Payouts. 
The minimum cost to play is $10
The minimum age to play is 18 
Lots of games. The First Game starts at 6 pm. 
 
Ten (10) regular games and five (5) Special games. 
Entry Raffle, Pull tabs, 50/50, Horse Race, Progressive Games. 
Ink Daubers and Tape are available at Bingo for a modest price. 
 
Paper only, no electronic Bingo. 
FOOD SERVICE IS AVAILABLE!!
*MONTHLY GRILL SPECIAL*
1st week of the month, $3 Pizza slices from Italian Fiesta Pizza 
The Grill opens at 5:15 and closes after the break.
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Bucket specials in the bar.&nbsp;Bring your spouse; they can wait in the bar and enjoy some libations while you WIN! Domestic Bottles are $3 (5-bottle Domestic Buckets are $12) while watching sporting events on our six big screens. They can also try their luck playing our new Video slots and poker, and win a few dollars. Closer than the Casinos, you don’t have to fight that nasty I-80 Truck Traffic. Doors open at 4 p.m. The Public is welcome. ATMs are available. 
 
“OUR SLOT PLAYERS&nbsp;HAVE WON OVER $52 Million!” 
 
Easy to find. Close to I-80 and also I-355. 
 
New Lenox VFW Post 9545- 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 <a href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.vfwpost9545.org</a> 
 
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Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545 State of Illinois Bingo Number B-04025

Local Event: NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $8,840 in Prizes -Vets Raffle-4 Winners this week!!

NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $8,840 in Prizes -Vets...

  Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!!!
Doors open at @4 pm, and...

NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $8,840 in Prizes -Vets Raffle-4 Winners this week!!

Be Kind to Your Mind Mental Health &amp; Wellness Fair SATURDAY May 30th~A Day for Wellness Warriors, Healing, and Family Fun~ Call your crew, bring the kids, and come be part of something powerful because this is more than an event, it’s a celebration of strength, healing, and community. For over 16 years, Toy Box Connection, a local children’s charity in Orland Park, has been dedicated to lifting up families and giving back in meaningful ways. Now, we are raising the bar even higher with our 2nd Annual Mental Health/Wellness Fair &amp; Walk—an event created with the whole family in mind, bringing people together to support one another while strengthening the mental wellness of our community .Happening Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the event welcomes wellness warriors of all ages for a full day of connection and care. The 2K interactive, meditative walk is designed to be fluid throughout the day - no start time, no pressure. Whether you join for five minutes or the full experience, it’s an opportunity to slow down, breathe, and move at your own pace alongside others on a shared journey. The heart of the day continues with a vibrant wellness fair featuring local vendors, mental health advocates, and holistic practitioners offering resources, tools, and inspiration. You’ll find opportunities to learn, explore, and connect in ways that feel approachable and empowering and because healing doesn’t have to be heavy, the event is filled with family-friendly fun. Kids can play on the big obstacle course, bounce house, engage in the huge games, families can relax, and everyone can enjoy food trucks and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to stay awhile. Home Depot will be there to build small crafts with all who would like to get creative. What makes this event truly special is the sense of unity it creates. That’s the heart of this day, showing up as wellness warriors for ourselves and for each other . go to <a href="https://www.toyboxconnection.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRk9FOG9ieEN5d0xiVEFCdnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7sgAmsuUAbdFiTL6ZqmgPuHmSgQKDe9P268z7CnwefG2w4gXmKEclERPpHcg_aem_rjdDBIIoinC5mRbH_6AuGw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.toyboxconnection.com</a> for all the details hope to see you all there!

Local Event: "Be Kind to Your Mind"           Free ~Mental Health/Wellness Fair & Meditation Walk 10am -3pm

"Be Kind to Your Mind"           Free ~Mental...

Be Kind to Your Mind Mental Health & Wellness Fair SATURDAY May 30th~A Day for Wellness Warriors, Healing, and Family Fun~ Call...

"Be Kind to Your Mind"           Free ~Mental Health/Wellness Fair & Meditation Walk 10am -3pm

The United Methodist Church Of New Lenox

<h4>America 250: A Musical Journey</h4>
An incredible concert featuring patriotic songs and uniquely American music to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America! Join the Southwest Community Concert Band for America 250: A Musical Journey, an inspiring concert event celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America through the power of music. This special program will feature patriotic favorites, uniquely American musical traditions, and selections that reflect the spirit, character, and history of our nation. From moments of pride and pageantry to sounds that capture the richness and variety of the American experience, this concert is designed to honor a milestone of extraordinary significance.
More than simply a patriotic concert, America 250: A Musical Journey is a musical tribute to the story of a nation. Through stirring melodies, powerful themes, and music rooted in American culture, the program will take audiences on a journey through the sounds that have helped define the United States across generations. It is a chance to reflect on the heritage we share, the ideals we continue to uphold, and the enduring spirit that has shaped the country over the past two and a half centuries.
This promises to be an uplifting and memorable evening for audience members of all ages. Whether you are drawn by a love of patriotic music, an appreciation for American musical traditions, or simply the opportunity to be part of a historic anniversary celebration, America 250: A Musical Journey offers a meaningful and exciting way to mark this important occasion. Come celebrate with us as we honor America’s past, reflect on its present, and look ahead with pride and hope through an unforgettable program of music.

Local Event: America 250: A Musical Journey

America 250: A Musical Journey

America 250:  A Musical Journey
An incredible concert featuring patriotic songs and uniquely American music to celebrate the...

Tom E Hartung American Legion Post 1977

Join Karen Dowling&nbsp;of Dowling Legacy and Retirement and guest speaker Mary Stallings&nbsp;from the Alzheimer’s Association for this complimentary community program.🗓 Date:&nbsp;June 3 📍 Location: <a href="https://www.americanlegionnewlenox.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Thomas E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977</a> 14414 Ford Dr, New Lenox, IL 60451 🗺️
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Choose Your Session:
<ul><li>11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Distinguish between typical aging and warning signs, and learn how to talk to your doctor.</li><li>2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Understanding Alzheimer’s &amp; Dementia Explore disease stages, risk factors, latest research, and available FDA-approved treatments.</li></ul>
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📝 Register Now:Please sign up for one&nbsp;session. Seats are limited.⚠️ Registration Deadline: June 1👉 Sign Up Online:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JS78QT5" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">surveymonkey.com</a>📞 Register by Phone:&nbsp;Call Dowling Legacy and Retirement at 708.479.8771
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Local Event: Alzheimer's Dementia Seminar

Alzheimer's Dementia Seminar

Join Karen Dowling of Dowling Legacy and Retirement and guest speaker Mary Stallings from the Alzheimer’s Association for this...

Old Canal Days

Old Canal Days is back in Lockport June 11–14, and this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever! 🎡🎶🎆
Bring the whole family out for four days packed with: ✨ Carnival rides 🍔 Delicious food 🍻 Beer tent 🛍️ Artisan market 🎵 Live entertainment 🎆 Fireworks 🚁 A spectacular drone show
Plus so much more throughout the weekend!
🎟️ Don’t forget — Early Bird pricing on Mega Passes and Daily Wristbands is available through June 10.
Check out the full schedule of events and start planning your weekend fun today: <a href="https://www.oldcanaldays.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.oldcanaldays.com</a>

Local Event: Old Canal Days Festival 

Old Canal Days Festival 

Old Canal Days is back in Lockport June 11–14, and this year’s festival is bigger and better than ever! 🎡🎶🎆
Bring the whole...

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...

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