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.

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Chicago Metropolitan Area

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Illinois

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

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With a delicious variety of gourmet treats, we’ve got you covered with in-store pickup, delivery, and catering options from our locally-owned dessert bakery. Our desserts in Tinley Park are made fresh daily with a weekly rotating menu of over 300 flavors! From the best chocolate chip cookies to delectable pies and cakes, our desserts are perfect for gifting and sharing with friends and family.

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Bolingbrook

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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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Local Event: Village Recycling and Shredding Event

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Soundgrowler Brewing Co.

Calling all comic fans, gamers, collectors, cosplayers, and pop culture lovers!
Join us Saturday, August 22, from 12pm to 5pm for the fifth annual Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay &amp; More Market at Soundgrowler Brewing Co. in Tinley Park. This free, family-friendly event brings together more than 40 artists, makers, collectors, comic vendors, creators, and small businesses for an afternoon filled with unique finds, great food, craft beer, and plenty of pop culture fun.
Whether you're hunting for comics, action figures, trading cards, video game collectibles, original artwork, handcrafted gaming accessories, pop culture merchandise, or one-of-a-kind creations from local artists, you'll find something worth taking home. We continue to expand the variety each year, making this one of our most unique specialty markets.
We will also be hosting a cosplay contest kicking off at 4pm! Come dressed as your favorite character and show off your cosplay. Prizes will be awarded to the top three contestants. Whether your costume is elaborate, handmade, hilarious, or simply one of your favorites, we want to see it! Sign-Up Sheet will be at Jen Watson Art's space.
Cosplayers are absolutely welcome throughout the entire event, even if you don't participate in the contest.
Soundgrowler Brewing Co. will be serving their outstanding craft beer, tacos, and a modified food menu throughout the day, making it the perfect place to spend a Saturday shopping local, supporting small businesses, and enjoying the pop culture community.
Where: Soundgrowler Brewing Co., 8201 183rd St., Suite P, Tinley Park, IL 60487 When: Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 12pm to 5pm Cosplay Contest: 4pmArtist List: 13th Moon Games Back Issue Bin 73 Beardo Comics Belonio Doodles Blacky Cat Creations CK Creative Crow &amp; Moon Enchantments Cubed Dimensions Printing Face Painting by Jules FeFe’s pickles and peppers Gigawatt Coffee Gridiron Vault I Just Wet My Plants Jeannine’s Jems Jeff's Twisted Metal Jen Watson Art Jetibles Jonathan Grimm Art La Rosa Escobedo Luna’s Loops Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods Melanie Klegerman Fersko - Artist and Author Nijma's Art OsitoDraws Penguino Productions Primtentions PunkNComix Rogue Relics Sara A. Noë, Author &amp; Artist SharonAble Crafts Sinistar Inc. Skulls &amp; Sketches Southside Comic book Show Sunbeam Air Plants Ten Cups Tarot the crooked workbench Video Voe Wylde Mountain Thyme +more to be announced
Admission is free, all ages are welcome, and the event will be held rain or shine both inside the taproom and outside in the beer garden. Pets are welcome in the beer garden, while service animals are welcome inside the taproom.
Be sure to follow the event page as artist, guest, creator, and vendor spotlights will be posted leading up to the market. We look forward to seeing you for another great day of comics, gaming, collectibles, cosplay, craft beer, and supporting local artists.

Local Event: Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay & More Market

Comics, Action Figures, Cosplay & More Market

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Orland Park Civic Center

The Sports Cards and More Show Features 85 Vendor Tables and Door Prizes Courtesy of Buona in Orland Park, Culver's in Homer Glen and Nothing Bundt Cakes of Orland Park (Winners MUST&nbsp;Be Present @ Drawing Times)
Show Hours
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @&nbsp;Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL.&nbsp;
Make a whole day of it and score some fantastic finds!
IMPORTANT:&nbsp;Show Admission and Youth Policy
Adults 18 and Up: $1
Ages 13 to 17&nbsp;are admitted for $1 each, but Ages 13 - 17&nbsp;MUST&nbsp;be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times while attending the show.
Ages 12 and Under are admitted FREE, but MUST be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times while attending the show.&nbsp;
For safety reasons we cannot make exceptions to the youth policy. Thank you for your cooperation.&nbsp;
Door Prizes
Your $1 Entrance Ticket Automatically Enters You in 5 Door Prize Drawings
WINNERS&nbsp;MUST&nbsp;BE&nbsp;PRESENT&nbsp;@ Drawing&nbsp;Times - No Exceptions&nbsp;
(Dealers/Vendors are Not Eligible for&nbsp;Door Prizes and Cannot "Hold" Tickets for Patrons)
10:30 Door Prize - $25 Gift Certificate to Spend at the Same Day's Show Any Dealer at the Sports Cards and More Show
11:00 Door Prize - $25 Gift Certificate to Spend at the Same Day's Show Any Dealer at the Sports Cards and More Show
11:30 Door Prize - $25 Gift Certificate to Spend at the Same Day's Show Any Dealer at the Sports Cards and More Show
12:00 Door Prize Package
Free Buona Beef Sandwich or Buona Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Free Topping Valid @ Buona Beef located at 9525 W 131st St, Orland Park, IL. (Take LaGrange Road North from the Sports Show and Turn Right at 131st Street)&nbsp;
$25 Gift Card to Use at Culver's on 143rd Street and Bell Road in Homer Glen (Take Ravinia North from the Sports Show, Turn Left on 143rd Street and Drive West to just before Bell Road) The card may also be used at Culver's @ 9515 S. Kedzie in&nbsp;Evergreen Park)&nbsp;
FREE Bundtlets for a Year Valid @ Nothing Bundt Cakes, 14360 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park. (Take LaGrange Road North from the Sports Show to 144th Street) 
12:30 Door Prize Package
Free Buona Beef Sandwich or Buona Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Free Topping Valid @ Buona Beef located at 9525 W 131st St, Orland Park, IL. (Take LaGrange Road North from the Sports Show and Turn Right at 131st Street)&nbsp;
$25 Gift Card to Use at Culver's on 143rd Street and Bell Road in Homer Glen (Take Ravinia North from the Sports Show, Turn Left on 143rd Street and Drive West to just before Bell Road) The card may also be used at Culver's @ 9515 S. Kedzie in&nbsp;Evergreen Park)&nbsp;
One Full Size Sports Theme Nothing Bundt Cake Courtesy of Nothing Bundt Cakes in Orland Park
Support Our Sponsors, Special Neighbors, and Friends of the Show
Buona Beef - &nbsp;9525 W 131st St, Orland Park
Culver's -&nbsp;12712 W 143rd St, Homer Glen
Nothing Bundt Cakes - 14360 S. LaGrange Rd, Orland Park
Peace Ice Cream Parlor @ Peace Marketplace - 14314 Beacon Ave., Orland Park
Eckhartz Press (Publisher of Numerous Chicagoland Sports Books) - <a href="https://eckhartzpress.com/shop/product-category/books/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eckhartzpress.com/shop/product-category/books/</a>Dr. Joe Coler @ Coler Chiropractic&nbsp;Center - 6657 West Archer Ave, Chicago, IL&nbsp;
Dr. Lou Lipschultz @ Southland Eye - 19950 Governors Highway, Ste. 202 Olympia Fields, IL
Aesthetica Skin Care - 18700 S. Wolf Rd. Suite 204, Mokena, ILCZ Family Dentistry New Lenox -&nbsp;<a href="https://czfamilydental.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">czfamilydental.com/</a>Kash Law Office - 6545 W Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638Sterk Family Law Group - <a href="https://www.sterkfamilylaw.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sterkfamilylaw.com/</a>
 
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