Family Focus Travel

You have reached the travel planner who believes every family deserves a vacation filled with wonder, laughter, and zero stress. With over 30 years in the corporate arena, I know firsthand how precious your time is—and how critical it is to step away from deadlines, meetings, and overflowing inboxes. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to create vacations where you get to relax, recharge, and simply enjoy the magic. I’m not just passionate about Disney destinations, Mickey Mouse and I are basically best friends. My daughter and I have spent countless vacations exploring Disney parks and resorts, learning all the little secrets that turn a good trip into an unforgettable one. From the perfect parade spot to the must‑try snacks to the hidden gems most guests miss—I’ve lived it, loved it, and can’t wait to share it. Think of me as the human version of Tinker‑Belle: I fix things, I build things, and I sprinkle a little pixie dust and enchantment when I plan Disney Vacations. Whether you’re dreaming of a multigenerational adventure, a first‑time visit, or a return to your family’s happy place, me and my pixie dust are ready to craft a vacation that fits your family perfectly. No stress. No guesswork. No endless planning tabs open on your laptop. Just magic—tailored to you.

Will County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Mokena

Illinois

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Smile Obsession in Frankfort, IL, provides high-quality gene

Smile Obsession

Smile Obsession in Frankfort, IL, provides high-quality general, family, and cosmetic dental care in a modern, family-friendly environment. Located at 10085 W Lincoln Hwy, the clinic serves patients of all ages with a commitment to comfortable and accessible dental health services. The office maintains extended hours Monday through Thursday until 8:00 PM to accommodate busy schedules. The practice offers a comprehensive range of services, including dental exams, teeth cleaning, whitening, implants, root canals, and restorative treatments like crowns and bridges. Dr. Oleksii Negreskul, who holds a CAGS in Operative Dentistry from Boston University and completed a preceptorship in Oral Medicine at Rutgers, leads the clinical team with a focus on patient-centered care and advanced digital workflows. Patients can expect a transparent and supportive experience, with the office accepting all PPO insurance plans and offering flexible financing through CareCredit and Sunbit. New patients are invited to take advantage of a $59 special that includes a comprehensive exam, digital X-rays, and a professional cleaning.

Andrea Earnest

Frankfort

Smile Obsession in Frankfort, IL, provides high-quality general, family, and cosmetic dental care in a modern, family-friendly environment. Located...

Mindful Way Studio is a premier holistic wellness center loc

Mindful Way Studio

Mindful Way Studio is a premier holistic wellness center located at 11600 Francis Rd, Unit C-2, in Mokena, IL. Serving the surrounding communities of Tinley Park, Frankfort, Orland Park, and New Lenox, the studio provides a dedicated sanctuary for individuals seeking to integrate movement, healing, and beauty into their daily lives. The studio offers a diverse range of services, including boutique fitness classes such as yoga, Pilates, barre, and specialized senior fitness programs. Beyond movement, the center features professional massage therapy, licensed esthetician services, acupuncture, energy healing, and transformational coaching. These offerings are complemented by regular workshops, sacred gatherings, and certification programs designed to nourish the mind, body, and spirit. With over 20 years of professional expertise and a 5.0-star rating from 47 Google reviews, Mindful Way Studio is recognized as a top wellness destination in Frankfort Township. Clients can expect a trauma-informed, compassionate environment where personalized care and holistic healing are prioritized to support every stage of their wellness journey.

Mindful Way Studio is a premier holistic wellness center located at 11600 Francis Rd, Unit C-2, in Mokena, IL. Serving the surrounding communities...

Come shop our fresh selections of rotating seasonal produce.

Dean’s Greens Farmstand at Boley Farm

Located on the scenic Boley Farm in Orland Park, IL, Dean's Greens is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown plants and produce. We offer a vibrant selection of annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, vegetable plants, and finished vegetables—perfect for gardeners and food lovers alike! You’ll also find artisan breads, local organic honey, and seasonal favorites, all curated to support a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. Visit us - open 7 days a week - at 8101 W 151st St to experience friendly service, farm-fresh products, and a charming rural atmosphere.

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Orland Park

Located on the scenic Boley Farm in Orland Park, IL, Dean's Greens is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown plants and produce. We offer...

Scoliosis and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Private Practice

The Curve Clinic PLLC

At The Curve Clinic, we provide specialized physical therapy services for children, teens, and adults with a focus on scoliosis care through the Schroth Method, as well as pediatric and adult orthopedic rehabilitation. Our mission is to deliver individualized, evidence-based care that helps every patient move better, feel stronger, and improve confidence in their daily lives. We specialize in the Schroth Method, a non-surgical scoliosis approach designed to improve posture, breathing mechanics, spinal alignment, strength, and overall function. Each treatment plan is tailored to the unique needs of the individual, empowering patients and families with education and exercises that support long term success. In addition to scoliosis-specific care, The Curve Clinic provides comprehensive orthopedic physical therapy to a wide range of conditions including posture-related pain, sports injuries, developmental concerns, joint and muscle pain, mobility limitations, and recovery from injury or surgery. We are committed to creating a supportive and compassionate environment where patients of all ages can achieve their goals and return to the activities they love. At The Curve Clinic, we believe movement matters, and every patient deserves personalized care that promotes strength, function, and quality of life.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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MOKENA, IL — The Mokena Junior High seventh grade boys basketball team has advanced to the Class 7-4A sectionals after becoming regional champions Jan. 29. According to the IESA website, <a href="https://www.iesa.org/activities/bbk/qualifiers_Sectional.asp?Year=2020&amp;Class=7-4A" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the team will play Ottawa</a> at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Mokena Junior High School, 19815 S. Kirkstone Way.The district said the team defeated the Summit Hill Spartans from Frankfort 43-30 to advance to sectionals.Mokena is 21-5 and Ottawa is 24-3.

MOKENA, IL — The Mokena Junior High seventh grade boys basketball team has advanced to the Class 7-4A sectionals after becoming regional champions Jan. 29. According to the IESA website, <a href="https://www.iesa.org/activities/bbk/qualifiers_Sectional.asp?Year=2020&amp;Class=7-4A" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the team will play Ottawa</a> at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at Mokena Junior High School, 19815 S. Kirkstone Way.

The district said the team defeated the Summit Hill Spartans from Frankfort 43-30 to advance to sectionals.Mokena is 21-5 and Ottawa is 24-3.

MJHS Boys Basketball Team Advances To Sectionals

The team defeated the Summit Hill Spartans from Frankfort 43-30 to advance to sectionals.

MJHS Seventh Grade Boys Basketball Team Advances To Sectionals

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A Celebration of Tucker is Tucker’s Doggie Delights’ annual two-day sales and community event, taking place September 12 &amp; 13 in New Lenox.
The weekend will include special sales, product demos, vendor representatives, goodie bags, and raffles.
Raffle ticket proceeds benefit local animal rescues, and one of this year’s featured raffle prizes is a full year of NutriSource dog food — one bag per month for 12 months, with the winner able to choose from across the NutriSource brand.
Saturday, September 12: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM 
Sunday, September 13: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tucker’s Doggie Delights 
2011 Calistoga Dr. 
New Lenox, IL 60451
Family Owned Since 2008.

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