Eden Vista Rock Run

Learn about VA benefits available to veterans and their spouses to help pay for care and senior living

Local Event: VA Benefits Presentation

Will County

Joliet

Illinois

VA Benefits Presentation

Learn about VA benefits available to veterans and their spouses to help pay for care and senior living

🎃🥋 Costumes, Candy, &amp; Combat! 🍬👻an event presented by <a href="https://www.christcenteredcombat.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Christ Centered Combat</a>
Get ready for a morning full of fun, treats, and martial arts! Come dressed in your favorite costume or C3 shirt and bring your friends and family for games, candy, and ninja-sized fun! You won’t want to miss this spooktacular C3 event!
📅 Join us from 9:30–11:30AM
Bring your best costume and get ready to kick off the fun! 🥋🎃

Local Event: 🎃🥋 Costumes, Candy, & Combat! 🍬👻

🎃🥋 Costumes, Candy, & Combat! 🍬👻

🎃🥋 Costumes, Candy, & Combat! 🍬👻an event presented by Christ Centered Combat
Get ready for a morning full of fun, treats, and...

Parks Place-102 S. IL Rt. 53 (next to Casey's)-Gardner, IL

On
Sunday November 1st a pop-up outdoor flea market sponsored by
Junk in the Trunk Morris will be held at Parks Place in Gardner. Our
independent vendors will be open for business from 9AM until 3PM.
This is the last Junk the Trunk Morris event of the season, so
shoppers can expect to find some really great deals. Parks Place was
once a Standard Oil Station on historic Rt. 66 and is located on a
highly visible corner at 102 S. IL Rt. 53, one block east of I-55 in
Gardner. New vendors are always welcome at Junk in the Trunk Morris
events, and if you would like to be a vendor in Gardner on November
1st it is not too late as advance registration is not required.
Simply arrive at 8AM, pay the $15 vendor fee, take an available spot
and start selling. Vendors paying the $15 fee are guaranteed a space
of at least 10’ by 30’, and we can accommodate those bringing
small trailers without an additional charge. As a bonus, there will
be a vendor only giveaway on November 1st. Junk in the
Trunk Morris was founded in 2009 as a charitable fundraiser, and
proceeds from vendor fees received at this event will be donated to
Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue of Joliet. For additional information and
complete vendor rules visit us on Facebook, or contact event manager
George Bennett, <a href="mailto:morrissale@yahoo.com">morrissale@yahoo.com</a>
or 630-319-0289. Junk in the Trunk Morris will return in April of
2027.

Local Event: Outdoor Flea Market in Gardner

Channahon-Minooka

Outdoor Flea Market in Gardner


On
Sunday November 1st a pop-up outdoor flea market sponsored by
Junk in the Trunk Morris will be held at Parks Place in...

Joliet Jewish Congregation

Join the Joliet Jewish Congregation for a delicious community spaghetti dinner with carry-out options available. Take part in the raffle featuring tickets for $1 each or 6 for $5 while enjoying a meal priced for adults, children, and seniors.

Local Event: Annual Spaghetti Dinner

Annual Spaghetti Dinner

Join the Joliet Jewish Congregation for a delicious community spaghetti dinner with carry-out options available. Take part in...

The American Legion

Get ready for a totally awesome event featuring a live DJ spinning throwback hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. This high-energy night includes a Decade Showdown Challenge, a Best Dressed "Decade" Contest, raffles, games, and prizes, with 100% of proceeds supporting The Kitty Squad in their mission to save cats in need.

Local Event: Rockin' Thru The Decades!

Shorewood

Rockin' Thru The Decades!

Get ready for a totally awesome event featuring a live DJ spinning throwback hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. This high-energy...

John Ferak

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Emily Rosca

Plainfield

Andrea Earnest

Homer Glen-Lockport

Romeoville

Lauren Traut

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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is a faith-based socia

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet provides compassionate services to individuals and families throughout the Diocese of Joliet. Programs support older adults, individuals with disabilities, families, children and people experiencing hunger, homelessness and other challenges.

Will

Crest Hill

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet provides compassionate services to individuals and families throughout the Diocese of Joliet. Programs...

Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory provides compassion

Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory

Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory provides compassionate funeral and cremation services to families throughout Will, Grundy, and Kendall Counties in Illinois. With a deep commitment to supporting the community, the funeral home serves as a trusted partner for those navigating the loss of a loved one across the region and beyond. As an approved airline transportation specialist, they also facilitate nationwide and global funeral services with professional care. Beyond traditional funeral arrangements, the firm specializes in comprehensive preplanning and aftercare support. They offer an extensive online grief resource library developed in partnership with Dr. Alan Wolfelt, providing families with practical tools for healing. Additionally, the team actively engages in community outreach by offering public speaking services and specialized programs designed to support individuals and groups through the grieving process. Families can expect a personalized approach that prioritizes emotional well-being and meaningful remembrance. By combining professional funeral direction with ongoing educational resources, Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory ensures that every family receives the guidance and understanding necessary during their most difficult times.

Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory provides compassionate funeral and cremation services to families throughout Will, Grundy, and Kendall...

New Leadership at Visiting Angels Plainfield

Visiting Angels Plainfield

A Life-Saving Legacy: Justin Settle Takes Ownership of Visiting Angels Plainfield For Immediate Release Plainfield, IL — Justin Settle, through Settle Healthcare LLC, is proud to announce the official acquisition of Visiting Angels Plainfield, effective February 13, 2026. While the transition marks a change in leadership, it is rooted in a recent event that defines the agency’s core mission: the relentless protection of the seniors they serve. Shortly before the closing, a situation unfolded that highlighted why this agency is a pillar of the community. Pat Verlee, the former owner, observed a client’s condition and strongly urged the daughter-in-law to take the mother-in-law to the Emergency Room. Despite the family’s hesitation, Pat’s insistence prevailed. At the hospital, doctors discovered two aneurysms. Because of that clinical intuition and persistent care, a life was saved. "This acquisition feels like it was meant to be," said Justin Settle, the new owner of Visiting Angels Plainfield. "The story of Pat saving that client’s life is the real heart of this organization. It extends far beyond financials or tax returns; it’s about the profound impact we have on families when they are most vulnerable. I am honored to carry that torch forward." Justin Settle brings extensive experience from the biopharmaceutical sector to the role, where he has spent years managing specialty accounts and focusing on patient outcomes. Under his leadership, the agency will continue to provide top-tier non-medical home care, including companion care and specialized support, while maintaining the "eagle-eyed" vigilance that saved a life this year. About Visiting Angels Plainfield: Located at 24014 W Renwick Rd, Ste 100, Visiting Angels Plainfield provides essential living assistance services to seniors in Plainfield, Joliet, and surrounding areas. The agency is dedicated to helping seniors maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes.

A Life-Saving Legacy: Justin Settle Takes Ownership of Visiting Angels Plainfield For Immediate Release Plainfield, IL — Justin Settle, through...

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.

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)...

Voted Best Senior Care Community in Will County for 4 Years!

Timbers of Shorewood

Fall in Love with Senior Living at the Timbers during our fall special. Sign a new lease by Nov. 30, 2026 and get $1,500 off for moving expenses. For the fourth consecutive year, the Timbers of Shorewood has been voted "Best Senior Care Community in Will County" by readers of the Herald-News. In addition, The community has been recognized with the “Best Independent Living Award” and the “Best Assisted Living Award” in U.S. News &amp; World Report’s 2026 Best Senior Living ratings. The Timbers of Shorewood is an award-winning rental retirement community which provides senior independent living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Senior Living Designed for seniors who want to live independently in an active community with freedom, choices and security. Leave the burdens of household maintenance behind and enjoy a fulfilling life. Assisted Living Assisted Living is for seniors whose needs have changed. Residents enjoy living in a safe and secure community with supportive care specifically designed to meet their personal needs. Short-Term Stay A Short-Term Stay or Respite is a great way to sample life in our community. Stay in a fully furnished apartment and enjoy retirement living anywhere from a weekend to a month, or longer. Senior Living Awards - Best Independent Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report (2026 - 2025) - Best Assisted Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report (2026) - Best Senior Care Facility in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice (Four-Years Running 2025 - 2022) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2025) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (All Star) (2024) - Most Friendly in Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2023) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2023)

Fall in Love with Senior Living at the Timbers during our fall special. Sign a new lease by Nov. 30, 2026 and get $1,500 off for moving expenses....

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Thursday, October 29

VA Benefits Presentation

OCT

29

2:30 PM

Eden Vista Rock Run, 3315 Executive Dr, Joliet, IL

Saturday, October 31

🎃🥋 Costumes, Candy, & Combat! 🍬👻

OCT

31

9:30 AM

2800 Black Rd, Joliet, IL

Sunday, November 1

Outdoor Flea Market in Gardner

NOV

1

9:00 AM

Channahon-Minooka, IL

Annual Spaghetti Dinner

NOV

1

2:30 PM

Joliet Jewish Congregation, 250 N Midland Ave, Joliet, IL

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