Parks Place- 102 S. IL Rt.53- Gardner, IL

Come
spend part of Labor Day Weekend in Gardner, where Junk in the Trunk
Morris is set to stage our next outdoor flea market. On Sunday
September 6th
Parks Place, 102 S. IL Rt. 53 in Gardner will be open for shopping
from 9AM until 3PM. Parks Place is conveniently located a block east
of I-55 Exit #227, on a highly visible corner next to Casey’s. At
the event our independent vendors will have a wide variety of items
for sale at excellent prices. If you would like to join them, that
option is still available as advance vendor registration is not
required. Simply arrive at 8AM, pay the $15 fee, and take an
available spot. Vendors are guaranteed a space of at least 10’ by
30’, and when needed can use a small amount of extra space without an
additional charge. Small trailers are welcome. Junk in the Trunk Morris was founded in 2009 as a
charitable fundraiser, and proceeds from vendor fees collected at the
September 6th
Gardner Market will be donated to the Goose Lake Prairie Partners.
For additional information visit us on Facebook, or contact event
manager George Bennett, 630-319-0289 or <a href="mailto:morrissale@yahoo.com">morrissale@yahoo.com</a>.


The
fall schedule of Junk
in the Trunk Morris
events is as follows:

Gardner-September
6th, October 4th and November 1st.

Morris-September
20th and October 18th.

Mazon-October
10th.

All
dates are Sundays except for Mazon which is a Saturday.

Local Event: Junk in the Trunk Flea Market in Gardner

Will County

Channahon-Minooka

Illinois

Junk in the Trunk Flea Market in Gardner


Come
spend part of Labor Day Weekend in Gardner, where Junk in the Trunk
Morris is set to stage our next outdoor flea market....

Bradley Veerman Charity Fund to Host "In Memory of Our Fallen Heroes" 5K Run &amp; Walk During Elwood Community DaysELWOOD, Illinois&nbsp;— The Bradley Veerman Charity Fund&nbsp;is proud to announce the annual In Memory of Our Fallen Heroes 5K Run &amp; Walk, taking place on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Lloyd Erickson Park, 801 N. Chicago Street, Elwood, Illinois. The event begins with a special remembrance ceremony at 5:00 p.m., followed by the 5K Run &amp; Walk at 6:00 p.m.This year's event holds special significance as the nation commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. Participants will gather to remember the lives lost, honor the courage and sacrifice of first responders and public servants, and celebrate the enduring spirit of service that continues to unite communities across America.Hosted in conjunction with Elwood Community Days, the event&nbsp;benefits&nbsp;the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting first responders, advancing public safety initiatives, providing EMS education, and&nbsp;assisting&nbsp;charitable organizations that serve our communities.The charity was&nbsp;established&nbsp;in memory of Bradley Veerman, a dedicated firefighter, paramedic, police officer, Executive Director of the Laraway Emergency Telephone System Board (Will County 9-1-1), and public servant whose passion for helping others continues to inspire the organization's mission. Through fundraising efforts, the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund has provided educational scholarships, supported emergency responders, and partnered with organizations committed to improving public safety throughout the region."Our goal is to bring our community together to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while continuing Bradley's legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to helping others," said April Veerman, President of the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund. "Every participant, volunteer, sponsor, donor, and supporter helps us honor our fallen heroes while making a lasting difference in our communities."Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to register.&nbsp;Registration includes:​
<ul><li>Official event T-shirt</li><li>Finisher medal</li><li>Admission wristband to Elwood Community Days</li><li>Beer ticket for participants 21 years of age or older</li><li>The opportunity to honor America's heroes while supporting a meaningful cause</li></ul>
Can't&nbsp;make the race?&nbsp;You can still be part of this meaningful event. Community members are encouraged to&nbsp;purchase&nbsp;an official In Memory of Our Fallen Heroes&nbsp;event&nbsp;T-shirt online. Shirts are available for family members, friends, supporters, and anyone who wants to proudly wear them throughout Elwood Community Days&nbsp;while honoring our Fallen Heroes. Every shirt&nbsp;purchased&nbsp;directly supports the mission of the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund by helping fund educational scholarships, first responder&nbsp;assistance, public safety initiatives, and other charitable programs that strengthen our communities.Community members who are unable to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;are also encouraged to support the event through sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, or donations. Local businesses, civic organizations, and community partners continue to play an essential role in making this event possible.Registration is now open.For race registration, sponsorship opportunities, volunteer information, donations, or to&nbsp;purchase&nbsp;an official event T-shirt, visit:Race Registration:&nbsp;<a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frunsignup.com%2FRace%2FIL%2FElwood%2FElwoodCommunityDaysK&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617801506%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3f%2FK7URiD4mGcIfQts2Saatr7qV2r1Zy6%2FbotKcaXws%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Elwood/ElwoodCommunityDaysK</a>Official Event T-Shirt Store:&nbsp;<a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frunsignup.com%2FRace%2FStore%2FIL%2FElwood%2FElwoodCommunityDaysK&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617816058%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=mG8oe9AAv6y%2BXHbFTVt%2BHFS4PLnFlS%2FyQcY4e0oppLc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/IL/Elwood/ElwoodCommunityDaysK</a>Bradley Veerman Charity Fund:&nbsp;<a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbradleyveermancharityfund.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617827535%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=SkISWUDXj6i2w%2F%2BpjKQnr8TPc8kk%2B4pxN951LngO9VY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bradleyveermancharityfund.org</a>About the Bradley Veerman Charity FundThe Bradley Veerman Charity Fund is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization&nbsp;established&nbsp;in memory of Bradley Veerman. Its mission is to honor his legacy by supporting first responders, providing educational scholarships,&nbsp;assisting&nbsp;nonprofit organizations dedicated to public safety, and strengthening communities through compassion, service, and charitable giving.Media ContactApril Veerman&nbsp; President, Bradley Veerman Charity Fund&nbsp; Phone: (815) 405-3607&nbsp; Email: <a href="mailto:Bradleyveermancharity@outlook.com">Bradleyveermancharity@outlook.com</a>&nbsp; Website: <a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbradleyveermancharityfund.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7C14a834a473bb4eb8b98508dee7e7f514%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639203180617837530%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=tyU5DUop2PyFn5D0UI30KB8cmrEFw5vI2hKRmfhxJl8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bradleyveermancharityfund.org</a>

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