Authentic Arabic Sweets Taste of Tradition

Al Basha Sweets Co

Welcome to Al Basha Sweets Co, we pride ourselves in being one of the oldest sweet stores in the Chicago-land area est 1989. We offer a delicious array of desserts crafted from passed down Palestinian family recipes and reflect the heritage of the Middle Eastern region. Sometimes, the simplest sweets bring the greatest joy. Experience the beauty of our Oriental-Arabic treats that celebrate the essence of simplicity. Try Bridgeview’s most celebrated and innovative dessert trays for your table with tradition of sharing and community, open 7 days a week. Our desserts are authentic, distinctive, and made with the highest quality regionally sourced traditional ingredients. We have the most varieties of knafeh around and served fresh every morning, including both hot and chilled sweets. With the most authentic and unique selection of arabic desserts anywhere, be sure to visit for our seasonal specials. Al Basha Sweets Co is the taste of heritage and hospitality whether you’re celebrating Ramadan, birthday, wedding, holiday, or simply treating yourself, their sweets bring people together and turn moments into memories.

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Bolingbrook

Illinois

Welcome to Al Basha Sweets Co, we pride ourselves in being one of the oldest sweet stores in the Chicago-land area est 1989. We offer a delicious...

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Orland Painting and Decorating Service LLC

Local family owned painting contractor with 36 years experience specializing in interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repair, wall covering installation , interior window refinishing, power washing and deck repair and staining.

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Orland Park

Local family owned painting contractor with 36 years experience specializing in interior and exterior painting, drywall and plaster repair, wall...

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.

Tinley Park

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

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.

Lorraine Swanson

Alsip-Crestwood

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

House of Music

Welcome to House of Music! We provide one on one private music lessons for any instrument. We also have an ongoing rockband program where we match students based on age, music taste, and ability level. In the warmer months, bands will perform around the community! We also have a venue space where you can book a show, or rent the space for parties, business meetings, birthdays, showers, film space, or even book a field trip for your school. Additionally, we have a recording studio where you can record your band, college auditions, or record a gift for a friend or loved one! Lastly, we offer merchandise for sale as well as instrument repairs. Reach out to us or check out our website for more info!

Welcome to House of Music! We provide one on one private music lessons for any instrument. We also have an ongoing rockband program where we match...

Orland Park Crossing

Orland Park Crossing offers an elevated shopping and dining experience in the heart of Chicago’s southwest suburbs. This beautifully designed open-air lifestyle center brings together exclusive boutiques, specialty shops, and popular national retailers in a walkable, welcoming setting. From fashion to fitness to flavorful bites, Orland Park Crossing has something for everyone. Explore trend-forward finds at J.Crew Factory, enjoy a post-workout boost from Club Pilates, and satisfy your sweet tooth with a warm cookie from Crumbl. Whether you're meeting friends for a casual hangout or indulging in your favorite drink at TE’AMO Boba Bar, every visit is full of fresh possibilities.

Orland Park Crossing offers an elevated shopping and dining experience in the heart of Chicago’s southwest suburbs. This beautifully designed open...

One professional staff, one set of keys, one Peace of Mind!!

Design Concepts Expert Contractors, Inc

Design Concept Expert Contractors has been providing excellence in interior and exterior design, renovation and remodeling for over 34 years. We have a long list of very satisfied repeat customers. We can handle just about every aspect of your project which is especially useful to our clients, because they only need to deal with one source. All of our projects are custom and one-of-a-kind, which is unique and reflect our clients’ personality, taste, style and budget. No job is too big or small, and we focus on quality skilled labor, customer service, attention to detail and design. We Specialize in High-quality, original, "one-of-a-kind" products and services. All of our work is done with the most precision, neatness and attention to details. We Understand that our clients have busy work schedules, family schedules, and may know what they want, but don't know where to get it, or how to put it all together. We Bring It All To You. That is the best part. You never have to leave your home or office. Our designers and installers are specialists in their field. Our goal is to complete your design project and give it that "one-of-a-kind" finished custom look. Design Concepts Expert Contractors, Inc. Your One Stop Source. One friendly and professional staff, one set of keys, one Peace of Mind! Design: Kitchen and Bath Design, Granite, Quartz &amp; Quartzite Counter Tops. Renovation &amp; Remodeling Projects. Woodwork: Custom built-ins: Entertainment Centers, Closets, Shelving, Bookcases, Crown Moldings, Wainscoting, Trim, Doors Millwork Painting: Staining and Finishing, Faux Finishes and Texturized Plaster Designs. Fireplace Resurfacing with Tile, Stone, Wood Mantels. Flooring: Hardwood, Tile Stone, Luxury Vinyl, Carpeting and Area Rugs. Window Treatment: Manual and motorized, Solar, Roman and Roller Shades. Shutters, Wood Blinds. Norman Smart Drapes. Home Services: Handyman, Holiday Decorating, Landscape Design &amp; Install, Porch Planters &amp; Perennial Gardens.

DuPage County

David Giuliani

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

Design Concept Expert Contractors has been providing excellence in interior and exterior design, renovation and remodeling for over 34 years. We...

Free 1st Time Home Buyer Seminar October 26th at 6:30PM 2189 W Bowler St Chicago, IL to RSVP or more information call 708.205.2983 or email <a href="mailto:toddprobasco@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">toddprobasco@gmail.com</a>

Free 1st Time Home Buyer Seminar October 26th at 6:30PM 2189 W Bowler St Chicago, IL to RSVP or more information call 708.205.2983 or email <a href="mailto:toddprobasco@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">toddprobasco@gmail.com</a>

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Buona

Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona in Orland Park with $7.99 Regular Beef &amp; Fries (Limit 3) on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. - Midnight
By K.P. Lynne
In Chicago...there is only one major food group...Buona Beef!
Have a Buona Beef sandwich for breakfast and take home 2 more for lunch and dinner! 
Taste “The Buona Difference”! You’ll be glad you did!
Chicago is a melting pot of Italian beef sandwiches...but only Buona dutifully and faithfully carries on the century-old Italian beef stand legacy you know and love! 
Celebrate National Italian Beef Day on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to Midnight, with a specially priced Regular Buona Beef sandwich and fries for just $7.99 (Limit 3 Per Guest) at Buona Beef Orland Park, located at 9525 West 131st Street (@ LaGrange Road and 131st Street).
At Buona in Orland Park everyone who walks through the door will be treated like family! 
General Manager, Sinisa Podoreski, and his dedicated “All-Star Italian Beef Crew” will be ready and waiting to serve you like family with a smile!
Mangia! Mangia! Mangia! Eat! Eat! Eat! 
Buona prides itself upon serving Chicago's Original Italian Beef, following in the footsteps of all the Italian immigrants, who founded Chicago’s very first Italian beef stands, mastering the process of slow-cooking delectable, flavorful, mouthwatering, tantalizing Italian roast beef sandwiches. Buona&nbsp;keeps the traditions and practices of past generations alive by consistently delivering the old-world taste of yesteryear to contemporary diners since 1981.
Family-Owned and Operated by The Buonavolanto Family, every Buona Beef sandwich consists of top cuts of hand-trimmed, thin-sliced, perfectly seasoned sirloin, completely free of preservatives, fillers and other unwanted additives! 
The 100% all-natural drippings are derived from a unique process of dry-roasting, slow-roasting, hand-trimming, slicing, and fluffing to create the most appetizing and aesthetically pleasing beef experience on the planet! 
Best of all...you can choose your own level of dripping wet pleasure...easy gravy, dipped or Baptized...swimming in gravy!&nbsp;
Buona - Orland Park
9525 W 131st St Orland Park, IL, 60462
(@ LaGrange Road and 131st Street)
Mon - Wed
10:30am – 11:00pm
Thu - Sat
10:30am – 12:00am
Sun
10:30am – 11:00pm
Phone: <a href="tel:(708)%20274-8770">(708) 274-8770</a>

Local Event: Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona Orland Park with $7.99 Beef & Fries All Day May 23

Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona...

Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona in Orland Park with $7.99 Regular Beef & Fries (Limit 3) on Saturday, May 23, 2026...

Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona Orland Park with $7.99 Beef & Fries All Day May 23

Darvin Furniture & Mattress

Honor the Day and celebrate the Savings when you stop by Darvin Furniture &amp; Mattress today through May 25. Save big during the Memorial Day Sale. Enjoy 55% off storewide, plus an extra 10% off Famous Brands. With a qualifying purchase of $3,899 or more, choose a Free Roomba or Free Wagon. Take advantage of 0% APR financing for 55 months on purchases of $3,499 with 1/3 down. Darvin will be open on Memorial Day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Don’t miss these limited-time savings!

Local Event: Darvin’s Memorial Day Sale, honor the day, celebrate the savings

Darvin’s Memorial Day Sale, honor the day,...

Honor the Day and celebrate the Savings when you stop by Darvin Furniture & Mattress today through May 25. Save big during the...

Darvin’s Memorial Day Sale, honor the day, celebrate the savings

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...

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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Be sure to catch Celebrate National Italian Beef Day @ Buona Orland Park with $7.99 Beef & Fries All Day May 23 on the Orland Park Patch…

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U.S. Women's Hockey Olympic Gold Medalist To...

Kendall Coyne Schofield will serve as grand marshal at the parade set for Saturday, May 23 at 10 a.m., the Village announced. 

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Tinley Park Bicyclist Dies Day After Being...

Cheyenne Shuey, 18, died after being struck at 159th and Ridgeland Avenue. 

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Memorial Day Weekend Prompts Reminders About...

Lifeguards will join beachgoers starting Friday as beaches officially open for the season.

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The Right And Wrong Way To Fly The Flag On...

More flags than usual will fly this Memorial Day Weekend as America gears up for its 250th anniversary. How to display the flag matters.

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