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Get Out This Weekend for Live Music and a Chance to Win Toby Keith Tickets

The calendar may say September, but there's still plenty of time to get out enjoy nice weather in Frankfort, Mokena and New Lenox.

DRINK SPECIAL OF THE WEEKEND

Where: Charleston's, 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's the special? A pitcher of Bloody Marys is $12 on Sunday, because one Bloody Mary just won't do it.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

FRIDAY, Sept. 9

(formerly Club 30 West)

Find out what's happening in New Lenoxfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Where: 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
What's on tap? Entertain yourself and everyone in the bar by belting out your best karaoke pick. "Love Shack, baby!"
When: Starts between 9 and 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-9450. 

Where: 679 N. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music by The Bruno Duo.
When: Music starts at 6:30 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-0940 for reservations (strongly recommended).

Find out what's happening in New Lenoxfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Where: 19917 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music by Smackwater.
When: 8 p.m.
How much?
 No cover.
More info: See the website or call 815-469-2204.

Where: 9680 Lincoln Way Ln., Frankfort
What's on tap? DJ Matt Campbell spins.
When: 9 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call Tommy Nevin's at 815-464-1000 or visit the website

Where: 20214 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Taste a variety of wines and make some new friends. Don't like wine? Select a bottle of craft beer and have them speed-chill it for you.
When: 4-8 p.m.
How much? Complimentary tasting (full glasses and craft beers at regular price).
More info: Call 815-469-9994.

Where: 10160 191st St., Mokena
What's on tap? Live music by Shy Violet.
When: 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: See 191 South's website

Where: 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's on tap? The huge patio is open until it gets too cold, complete with a bartender. Grab one of their craft beers and play a game of bean bags.
When: Anytime Charleston's is open.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

Where: 400 W. Maple St., New Lenox
What's on tap? Jerry Armstrong performs classic crooners, like Elvis and Sinatra. (In case of rain or lightning, entertainment will be moved indoors). Arrive before the music starts for happy hour food specials.  
When: 7 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-463-5637.

SATURDAY, Sept. 10

Where: 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
What's on tap? Do you have friends in low places? Tell us about it! Entertain yourself and everyone in the bar by belting out your best karaoke pick.
When: Starts between 9 and 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-9450. 

Where: 679 N. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music from The Bruno Duo.
When: Music starts at 6:30 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-0940 for reservations (strongly recommended).

Where: 19917 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Bonnie Greene of radio station U.S. 99 will be there to give away 20 pairs of tickets to see Toby Keith at First Midwest Amphitheatre on Sept. 24.
When: 9 p.m. - 11 p.m.
How much?
 No cover.
More info: See the website or call 815-469-2204.

Where: 17 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort
What's on tap? Drinks and food in a relaxed atmosphere with standards played by a professional musician.
When: Live piano music all evening.
How much? No cover.
More info: See or call 815-806-7185.

Where: 9680 Lincoln Way Ln., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music by Tumbleweed.
When: 9 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call Tommy Nevin's at 815-464-1000 or visit the website

Where: 10160 191st St., Mokena
What's on tap? Live music by Hi Fi Superstar.
When: 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: See 191 South's website.  

Where: 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's on tap? The huge patio is open, complete with a bartender. Grab one of their craft beers and play a game of bean bags.
When: Anytime Charleston's is open.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

Where: 400 W. Maple St., New Lenox
What's on tap? Saturday is karaoke night at Papa Joe's. How's your Billy Idol impression?
When: 7 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-463-5637.

SUNDAY, Sept. 11

Where: 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
What's on tap? Entertain yourself and (hopefully) everyone in the bar with your best karaoke pick.
When: Starts between 9 and 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-9450. 

Where: 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's on tap? The huge patio is open till it gets cold, complete with a bartender. Grab one of their craft beers and play a game of bean bags.
When: Anytime Charleston's is open.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

Where: 1080 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox
What's on tap? Enjoy date night with Chicago Dough's dinner special for two, includes a 13-inch pizza with two toppings, soup, salad bar and dessert.
When: Special is available all day.
How much? $20. There is also a dinner for four special for $29.
More info: See their specials online or call 815-462-3900.

(formerly House of Hughes)

Where: 201 E. Maple St., New Lenox
What's on tap? The name may change on a monthly basis, but regardless of the name, every Sunday afternoon, this is Lincoln-Way's place to play biscuit (a fun pool game).
When: All afternoon.
How much? $5 a game.
More info: Stop in and chat with one of the friendly bartenders.

Looking for local entertainment? Head over to your local Patch Places food and dining directory. Find new spots, read reviews and even post your own reviews on the profile pages.

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