Name: Meet the Artist: Kara DeCarlo
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Meet artist Kara DeCarlo and learn about her artwork on Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at the library.

Local Event: Meet the Artist: Kara DeCarlo

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Orland Park

Illinois

Meet the Artist: Kara DeCarlo

Meet artist Kara DeCarlo and learn about her artwork on Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at the library.

Correctly train young trees and shrubs when they are still small to prevent the need for more expensive, dangerous pruning on older and larger trees. Learn how to prune a tree away from your home or other obstructions without harming the tree. Presented by the University of Illinois Extension. Register online.&nbsp;

Local Event: Pruning Trees and Shrubs

Pruning Trees and Shrubs

Correctly train young trees and shrubs when they are still small to prevent the need for more expensive, dangerous pruning on...

Multi Family Garage SaleJuly 30 - August 1 8am-4pmWe have a little bit of everything! Women, Men and Teen clothes, name brand items!, home decor, toys, DVDs, cosmetics, toiletries, school supplies, lamps, dance, and so much more!

Local Event: Garage Sale

Garage Sale

Multi Family Garage SaleJuly 30 - August 1 8am-4pmWe have a little bit of everything! Women, Men and Teen clothes, name brand...

Join us at the 23rd Taste of Orland Park presented by Northwestern Medicine at the Village Green (14700 S. Ravinia Ave.)! Savor the flavors of local restaurants and revel in the sounds of great music over this three-day summer festival including Kids’ Zone, community and sponsor booths. Admission is free!
FRIDAY, JULY 31 MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT Gates open at 5 p.m. • Barometer Soup (Ultimate Jimmy Buffet Band): 5 – 6:15 p.m. • CSHS Marching Eagles: 6:25 – 6:55 p.m. • Rok Brigade (80s Rock): 7:10 – 8:30 p.m. • Wedding Banned (Cover Band): 9 – 11 p.m. • Drone Show: 11 – 11:15 p.m.
COMMUNITY STAGE ENTERTAINMENT • Battle of the Bands: 6 – 10 p.m.

Local Event: Taste of Orland Park - Friday

Taste of Orland Park - Friday

Join us at the 23rd Taste of Orland Park presented by Northwestern Medicine at the Village Green (14700 S. Ravinia Ave.)! Savor...

Do-Rite Donuts is coming to you on Saturday, August 1st! Enjoy a wide variety of freshly baked artisanal donuts in unusual flavors - with seasonal, gluten-free, and vegan options available.
Order by 10pm on Friday. Your order will be available for home delivery between 5:30-10:00am.
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Wake up to donuts on your doorstep from Do-Rite! Order by 10pm Friday.

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Local Event: Moving Sale 

Moving Sale 

Moving sale , furniture, lawnmower, snowblower, home decor , coolers, camping equipment and more.

Household items, furniture, snow blowers, lawn mower

Local Event: Moving Sale

Moving Sale

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Furniture, lawnmower, snowblower, ladders, home decor patio set and more.

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Alsip Home & Nursery

Hydrangea &amp;&nbsp;Hibiscus Festival Saturday, August 1st - Frankfort, IL &amp; St. John, IN Locations --- 4th Annual! Spend the day surrounded by colorful blooms, discover expert gardening tips, enjoy family-friendly activities, and take advantage of special savings on two of summer's favorite flowering plants.
All Day Sale --- Save on our most popular Hydrangea &amp; Hibiscus varieties!
Hydrangea &amp;&nbsp;Hibiscus Seminar FREE! 10:00am Repeated at 12:00pm --- Understand the proper care for these landscape beauties
Blooming BINGO! FREE! 11:00am &amp; 1:00pm --- Play to win plants! Two sessions, three rounds per session!
Face Painter &amp;&nbsp;Balloon Artist FREE! 10:00am-1:00pm --- Kids can enjoy free face painting and fun balloon creations while you shop the festival.
Bubble Play &amp;&nbsp;Chalk Zone FREE! 10:00am-1:00pm --- Let little ones create colorful sidewalk masterpieces and enjoy plenty of bubble-filled fun.
Spin the Wheel of Deals FREE! Available All Day --- Find your free spin on the Alsip App! Spin the Wheel for a chance to win special discounts, prizes, and exclusive festival deals!
Cold Treats Available 10:00am-1:00pm --- Cool off with frozen treats while supplies last.
Make It a Summer Tradition! --- Bring the family, learn something new, enjoy fun activities, and find the perfect Hydrangeas and Hibiscus to brighten your landscape. We can't wait to celebrate another beautiful season with you at Alsip Home &amp; Nursery!

Local Event: Alsip Nursery's Hydrangea & Hibiscus Festival

Alsip Nursery's Hydrangea & Hibiscus Festival

Hydrangea & Hibiscus Festival Saturday, August 1st - Frankfort, IL & St. John, IN Locations --- 4th Annual! Spend the day...

Join us at the 23rd Taste of Orland Park presented by Northwestern Medicine at the Village Green (14700 S. Ravinia Ave.)! Savor the flavors of local restaurants and revel in the sounds of great music over this three-day summer festival including Kids’ Zone, community and sponsor booths. Admission is free!SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT Gates open at 3 p.m. • Petty Kings (Tom Petty Tribute): 3 – 4 p.m. • Doonaree Pipe Band: 4 – 4:15 p.m. • Hillbilly Rockstarz (Country): 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. • Veterans Tribute &amp; National Anthem Peformance by Jim Cornelison: 6 – 6:30 p.m. • Annika Starander Weaver (Cher Tribute): 7 – 8:30 p.m. • 7th Heaven (Pop Rock): 9 – 11 p.m.COMMUNITY STAGE ENTERTAINMENT • Kids Performers: 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. • Live Band Karaoke: 7 – 10 p.m.

Local Event: Taste of Orland Park - Saturday

Taste of Orland Park - Saturday

Join us at the 23rd Taste of Orland Park presented by Northwestern Medicine at the Village Green (14700 S. Ravinia Ave.)! Savor the flavors of local restaurants and revel in the sounds of great music over this three-day summer festival including Kids’ Zone, community and sponsor booths. Admission is free!SUNDAY, AUGUST 2MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT Gates open at 3 p.m. • Sounds of Summer (Beach Boys Tribute): 3 – 4:15 p.m. • VOP &amp; Elevate Dance Company: 4:15 – 4:45 p.m. • Battle of the Bands Winner (Winner Announced 7/31): 4:45 – 5:15 p.m. • Rock the 90s (90s Rock): 5:45 – 7 p.m. • Billy Nation (Billy Joel Tribute): 7:30 – 9 p.m. • Fireworks Show: 9 – 9:15 p.m.COMMUNITY STAGE ENTERTAINMENT • Orland Park’s Got Talent: 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Local Event: Taste of Orland Park - Sunday

Taste of Orland Park - Sunday

Chicago Gaelic Park

We are&nbsp;very excited to host Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest once again! We look forward to this multi-generational event which has been a staple for the Irish American community in Chicago for over 35 years.&nbsp; 
Fest Hours Friday, August 21:&nbsp;&nbsp;4:00 - 11:00pm Saturday, August 22:&nbsp;3:00 - 11:00pm Sunday, August 23:&nbsp;1:00 - 8:00pm
Lineup:&nbsp; Socks in the Frying Pan - Billow Wood -&nbsp;Cailíní Lua - Derek Warfield &amp; The Young Wolftones -&nbsp;Super Céilí - The Drowsy Lads - Kilmaine Saints - George Murphy &amp; Friends -&nbsp;Waxie Dargles - Dennis Doyle - Jinty McGrath - The Larkin &amp; Moran Brothers - One for the Ditch - Evin O'Riordan 
Our Irish Fest will also feature an Irish Cultural tent (Cultur agus&nbsp;Céilí tent)&nbsp;with workshops and music, Irish Folk Park, a performing arts stage, and an expanded Leprechaun Tent (children's entertainment). The&nbsp;Cultur agus Céilí tent will feature a full day of music and dancing on Saturday, August 22nd.&nbsp;There will be bagpipes and Irish dance throughout the weekend as well! Friday, August 21: JigJam -&nbsp;Cailíní Lua - Super Céilí -&nbsp;Kilmaine Saints - The Drowsy Lads -&nbsp;Waxie Dargles -&nbsp;The Larkin &amp; Moran Brothers - One for the Ditch - Dennis Doyle
Saturday, August 22: Socks in the Frying Pan - JigJam -&nbsp;Billow Wood -&nbsp;Cailíní Lua -&nbsp;Super Céilí -&nbsp;Derek Warfield &amp; The Young Wolftones - George Murphy &amp; Friends -&nbsp;The Drowsy Lads -&nbsp;Kilmaine Saints - Waxie Dargles -&nbsp;Jinty McGrath - Dennis Doyle Sunday, August 23: Socks in the Frying Pan -&nbsp;Billow Wood -&nbsp;Cailíní Lua -&nbsp;Derek Warfield &amp; The Young Wolftones -&nbsp;George Murphy &amp; Friends -&nbsp;Jinty McGrath - Evin O'Riordan - Dennis Doyle Cultur agus Céilí Tent throughout the weekend: Chicago Irish Singers - Jack Kinsella - Declan McShane - Gerry Haughey - And much more to come! Questions? Call us at (708)687-9323 or email us at officecgp@chicagogaelicpark.org. Hotel - <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=CHIASDT&amp;corporateCode=0560082014" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Book at the DoubleTree by Hilton&nbsp;Hotel Chicago - Alsip&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;for a special rate Vendors - vendors.irishfest@gmail.com Sponsors - <a href="https://tickets.chicagogaelicpark.com/events/chicagogaelicpark/2218445" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Information here</a> Volunteers - Stay tuned for information!&nbsp; <a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/KT1vzgb/irishfest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Sign up here for Irish Fest&nbsp;email updates.</a>
Children ticket prices do not change. Children's tickets are for children 12 and under.&nbsp;Children age 3 and under receive free admission. June 1 to August 19 1-Day - $20 2-Day - $36 3-Day - $48 August 20 to August 23 1-Day - $25 2-Day - $44 3-Day - $58

Local Event: Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest

Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest

We are very excited to host Chicago Gaelic Park Irish Fest once again! We look forward to this multi-generational event which...

Drop Off a New Unwrapped Toy at Sterk Family Law Group, PC (Or Other Local Businesses) to Help a Child with Cancer this Summer!!!
By K.P. Lynne and Duke Sterk
Need knows no &ldquo;season&rdquo;, especially for children facing life-threatening health conditions such as cancer!
Kids with cancer need a little Christmas NOW!
Let&rsquo;s do it! 
Let&rsquo;s give these deserving kids a little Christmas in July! 
The Shorewood Kiwanis Club has partnered with several kindhearted area businesses to help make this a reality&hellip;but they need your help! 
Sterk Family Law Group PC is proud to partner with the Shorewood Kiwanis Club for this toy drive as both businesses are like-minded organizations committed to children's advocacy.
Sterk Family Law Group, PC (<a href="https://www.sterkfamilylaw.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">sterkfamilylaw.com)&nbsp;</a>is demonstrating their ongoing commitment to community service and involvement by serving as an official drop-off site for the Shorewood Kiwanis Club&rsquo;s Christmas in July Toy Drive, directly benefitting The Treasure Chest Foundation to help children with cancer.
Bring your new unwrapped toys and new children&rsquo;s books to Sterk Family Law Group&rsquo;s office located at 11508 W. 183rd Place NW in Orland Park. The collection bin is collected in the front foyer for your convenience. 
Additional toy drop off sites are graciously located at the following businesses: 
Doc Motor Works 
Heartland Bank in Shorewood 
Heartland Bank in Plainfield 
Critical Grind 
Troy Senior Center 
City Wide Mattress 
Troy Shorewood Library 

The Shorewood Kiwanis Club is a lifeline for many young people by providing a multitude of services and participating in a wide range of initiatives throughout the year, including fundraising, community service, and programs supporting local children as well as those in nearby communities. 
The Shorewood Kiwanis Club was born out of a commitment to stop passing over the real issues of society, and deal with them head on. The members have set out to aid those who need it most.
Kiwanis Club of Shorewood believes change is possible when they put their hearts and minds to it. Not to mention their time, resources and talents.
Can&rsquo;t make it to a drop-off site&hellip;no problem&hellip;you can direct ship a toy from your favorite online retailer&hellip;by adding the address below to your &ldquo;gift&rdquo; addresses&hellip;and having your donation sent directly to the Shorewood Kiwanis. Monetary donations can also be sent to the address as a check or money order with &ldquo;Toy Drive&rdquo; in the memo. 
Shorewood Kiwanis, 1147 Brook Forest Ave #137, Shorewood, IL 60404, USA
<a href="mailto:shorewoodilkiwanis@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">shorewoodilkiwanis@gmail.com</a>

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Drop Off a New Unwrapped Toy at Sterk Family Law Group, PC (Or Other Local Businesses) to Help a Child with Cancer this Summer!!!...

Christmas in July Toy Drive to Benefit "The Treasure Chest Foundation" for Children with Cancer

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Free Scrap Metal Pickup

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