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Do you have documents that contain sensitive information (social security numbers, account numbers, etc.) that you no longer need? Bring them to First Bank of Manhattan &amp; New Lenox, 550 W. North St., Manhattan, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, April 25, and we will shred them right in front of you!
We are also collecting food for the Manhattan Food Pantry, and would welcome donations of non-perishable/unexpired food items so we can keep their shelves stocked!
Please call us at 815-478-4611 if you have any questions.
There is a 15 box limit per customer. Please, no magazines, newspapers, non-confidential papers, pictures, binders, credit cards, books, electronic items, or metal clips in your shredding.
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Local Event: FREE Shredding Event and Food Drive Saturday April 25

FREE Shredding Event and Food Drive Saturday...

Do you have documents that contain sensitive information (social security numbers, account numbers, etc.) that you no longer...

FREE Shredding Event and Food Drive Saturday April 25

Christ Lutheran Church

Step back in time at this interactive hands-on art experience featuring a juried exhibition of talented works by local Girl Scouts and leaders. This family-friendly event is open to all and features creative art projects for all ages, a bake sale, and exciting raffles. If you have a Girl Scout from another area and they want to participate in the Art Show, please reach out to us at orlandparkgs614@gmail.com.&nbsp;

Local Event: Brush With The Past Girl Scout Art Show

Brush With The Past Girl Scout Art Show

Step back in time at this interactive hands-on art experience featuring a juried exhibition of talented works by local Girl...

Backswing 24/7 Indoor Golf Club

Celebrate the grand opening of Minooka's premier indoor golf simulator facility with a full weekend featuring a ribbon cutting ceremony, catering by Fat Boyz Pizza and Stuff, and exclusive membership discounts. Guests can tour state-of-the-art private golf bays and enjoy a variety of on-course contests, raffles for premium memberships and gear, and a high-stakes Hole-in-One Challenge to win a brand new Ping G430 Max 10K driver.

Local Event: Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Celebrate the grand opening of Minooka's premier indoor golf simulator facility with a full weekend featuring a ribbon cutting...

Jacob Henry Mansion

Saddle Up…The Hottest Wild West Fundraiser of the Year Is Ridin’ Into Town...All to Support a Rootin' Tootin' Awesome Cause...The Shorewood Kiwanis Club
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.&nbsp;
Help support their mission and have some rootin’ tootin’ fun at the same time! 
Dust off those cowboy boots, grab your hats, and get ready for a night where the Wild West meets a powerful cause. 
This ain’t their first rodeo - but it might just be their best one yet!

This is the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year...a full night of entertainment including gaming tables, FULL buffet meal, raffles &amp; silent auction and tons of fun!
Participants are encouraged to dress up "Wild West" style.&nbsp;
Whether you come dressed as a cowboy, cowgirl, outlaw, or sheriff, one thing’s for sure… you won’t want to miss the hottest hoedown of the year.
The event will be held, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at
Jacob Henry Mansion, 20 S Eastern Ave, Joliet, IL 60433, USA
Tickets are $50 Each plus $1.25 Service Fee
All proceeds raised will benefit local children in our community.
Tickets are available online at <a href="https://www.shorewoodilkiwanis.org/event-details-registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.shorewoodilkiwanis.org/event-details-registration</a>.
Tickets can be purchased in-person at the Heartland Bank and Trust in Shorewood and at Rt 59 in Plainfield.
If you are interested in sponsoring this event or have raffle/silent auction donations please contact Becki Hackett 815-690-7474 or Dawn Thomas 808-352-6423.Join the Shorewood Kiwanis Club for an unforgettable evening filled with:
Great people
Big Laughs
Wild West vibes
And a Charitable Mission that Truly Matters
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.
Shorewood Kiwanis, 1147 Brook Forest Ave #137, Shorewood, IL 60404, USA
<a href="mailto:shorewoodilkiwanis@gmail.com">shorewoodilkiwanis@gmail.com</a>

Local Event: Wild West Fundraiser Sponsored by Shorewood Kiwanis Club to Benefit Area Children

Wild West Fundraiser Sponsored by Shorewood...

Saddle Up…The Hottest Wild West Fundraiser of the Year Is Ridin’ Into Town...All to Support a Rootin' Tootin' Awesome...

Wild West Fundraiser Sponsored by Shorewood Kiwanis Club to Benefit Area Children

Whitetail Ridge Golf Club

PJWC Keys for a Cause 🔑🎹 - Dueling Piano Fundraiser. This year's event will feature dueling piano entertainment, dinner buffet, cash bar, raffles, silent auction and lots of fun! *Add the VIP Experience for reserved seating, a special gift, champagne toast and a raffle open only to our VIPs!
Purchase tickets at <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pjwc-keys-for-a-cause" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pjwc-keys-for-a-cause</a>
Beneficiaries of Keys for a Cause are:
<ul>
 <li>Eliza’s Angels in the Joliet, Shorewood, Plainfield area supplying MUCH needed food to the homeless. Eliza also makes food at Catholic Charities shelter, fills many micro pantries all over the area, has a trailer that she can cook hot meals too. She also donates food to Will County Health Department &amp; Community Health Center for the patients. <a href="https://www.elizasangels.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.elizasangels.com/</a></li>
 <li>Cal’s Angels- a small local charity who grants wishes to children who are battling Cancer. <a href="https://www.calsangels.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.calsangels.org/</a></li>
 <li>Ronald McDonald House Family Room Naperville- they have 2 bedrooms for families, along with a large community playroom, kitchen and family room. They supply families with meals too. Fun fact- PJWC has a room named after us! <a href="https://ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org/room-at-edward-hospital/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org/room-at-edward-hospital/</a></li>
</ul>
Thank you for standing with local volunteers who are committed to serving our neighbors with care and friendship.

Local Event: Dueling Pianos - Keys for a Cause

Dueling Pianos - Keys for a Cause

PJWC Keys for a Cause 🔑🎹 - Dueling Piano Fundraiser. This year's event will feature dueling piano entertainment, dinner buffet,...

Plainfield Central High School

The Harlem Wizards are coming to Plainfield to help several local PSD 202 schools fundraise!!&nbsp;&nbsp;Get ready for some unforgettable fun, hoops and alley oops. &nbsp;This is a basketball ‘game’ like no other. &nbsp;

Local Event: Support local Schools with the Harlem Wizards 

Support local Schools with the Harlem Wizards 

The Harlem Wizards are coming to Plainfield to help several local PSD 202 schools fundraise!!  Get ready for some unforgettable...

Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Join us for an hour of prayer and reflection as we respond to Pope Leo’s call for peace.
We will pray for peace, for those on active duty, for veterans, and for the brave souls who gave their lives for freedom and peace.
All denominations are welcome. Fellowship will follow—everyone is invited.

Local Event: Holy Hour for Peace & Prayers for Active Military and Veterans

Holy Hour for Peace & Prayers for Active...

Join us for an hour of prayer and reflection as we respond to Pope Leo’s call for peace.
We will pray for peace, for those on...

Holy Hour for Peace & Prayers for Active Military and Veterans

Hiring: Part-Time Choir Director
Trinity Lutheran Church New Lenox, IL Choir Director Position - Part Time 
508 North Cedar Road New Lenox, IL 60451
Choir Director Job Description and Duties:
-Choose music from files and/or purchase (from budget*) music for selected services. 
-Music is chosen based on voicing, church year theme, readings, and/or gospel reading, if possible. Difficulty level is also a consideration. 
-Let church secretary know for placement in the service bulletin. 
-Organize music including filling and emptying folders and filing music. 
-Conduct rehearsals. 
-Direct choir at services and rehearsals. 
-Choir rehearsals have been held on Wednesday nights at 7pm for usually 1 hour (could be adjusted). More time needed near Easter and Christmas. 
-Choir has traditionally sung after the 2nd reading during services. We also sing during offering as well as for prelude. (concurred with pastor - anywhere during service as needed). 
-Singing dates are chosen based on choir member availability and when music is fully prepared. 
-Singing dates that happen every year: 
*Reformation Sunday, the Sunday before Thanksgiving as well as on Thanksgiving 
*Christmas Eve 11:00pm Service 
*Ash Wednesday 
*Maundy Thursday 
*Good Friday 
*Easter at Both Services 
*Confirmation 
-Choir sings during Advent, Lent, and ordinary time. 
-Recruiting new members
Extra info: 
-During Lent, other rehearsal arrangements may need to be made since Wednesday have the Soup and Sandwich and Lenten Services. Choir has switched to Mondays or Thursdays before. (sometimes practices have been held between the 8:00am and 10:30am Service.) 
-If the organist is not available to accompany, the director may need to hire (budget funds) someone who is capable on piano, organ or other instrument. 
-Presently two choir members teach Sunday School, so when we have to sing during offering at the 9:00am service. The director may text them when the sermon starts.
-Questions, please call or email: (815) 485-6973 or <a href="mailto:tlcsecretary508@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">tlcsecretary508@gmail.com</a>

Trinity Lutheran Church in New Lenox, IL Hiring...

Trinity Lutheran Church in New Lenox, IL Hiring: Part-Time Choir Director

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