Christine Book

Will County

Emily Rosca

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Plainfield

Illinois

Andrea Earnest

Romeoville

John Ferak

Shorewood

Bolingbrook

Homer Glen-Lockport

Joliet

Kendall County

Oswego

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Naperville

Kane County

Montgomery

Aurora

Woodridge

Join us for the first Junk in the Trunk event at St. Francis Xavier on Saturday, October 3rd from 9am to 1pm! If you are interested in reserving a space, please contact Mark via email (mark@sfxjoliet.org). We can't wait to see you there!

Local Event: Junk in the Trunk

Junk in the Trunk

Join us for the first Junk in the Trunk event at St. Francis Xavier on Saturday, October 3rd from 9am to 1pm! If you are...

Discover Your Next Chapter at Remington Woods Open House | Saturday, October 3 | 10 AM–3 PM
Some places simply feel like home.
Tucked quietly among the trees in Channahon, Remington Woods invites you to explore beautiful single-family ranch homes in an established 55+ community known for its peaceful streets and welcoming atmosphere.
Hosted by Brandy Crask, Director of Sales of Ravinia Communities, this open house offers a chance to tour the last four available homes and experience the quietest streets in&nbsp;Will&nbsp;County, tucked away in the woods.This isn't a retirement lifestyle here. It's a quiet lifestyle. 
“What I love most is how it feels here—the quiet streets, the trees, and the room to enjoy your own home,” Crask says. “I’ve put so much thought into these homes and their luxury upgrades. Seeing someone walk in and begin imagining their life here is the best part.”Brand new single family homes, 1300- 1600 sq ft, from $125,000- $182,500. 
With the final phase complete and only a limited selection of homes remaining, this is a special opportunity to find your place at Remington Woods.
“Remington Woods gives you the feeling of coming home before you have even chosen which home is yours.”
Remington Woods | Channahon, Illinois Saturday, October 3 | 10 AM–3 PM 815-426-9834 for details.

Local Event: The Final Homes. The Last Opportunity. Remington Woods Open House.

Channahon-Minooka

The Final Homes. The Last Opportunity....

Discover Your Next Chapter at Remington Woods Open House | Saturday, October 3 | 10 AM–3 PM
Some places simply feel like...

The Final Homes. The Last Opportunity. Remington Woods Open House.

Settlers' Park

Join us for an unforgettable festival experience right here in Plainfield!

MUSIC . FOOD . DRINKS . ARTHead on over to <a href="https://www.thegreatgettogether.com/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeH5-EuOkurzCbl7eH_pgaDu-oLo85-8ZhROYve5MGogfJCdiu-vn8ptVjml8_aem_-PKqOidDepSVyhntHb6q0w" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.thegreatgettogether.com</a> to check it out!Saturday October 3, 2026 from 12-10pm Settlers' Park, Plainfield IL<ul><li>6 Bands</li><li>Beer &amp;&nbsp;Wine</li><li>Delicious Food</li><li>Arts Vendors and Immersive Experiences</li></ul>The Great Get Together Music &amp; Arts Festival exists to unite the Plainfield community through the transformative power of music and the arts. Our mission is to celebrate local creativity, foster cultural connection, and create an inclusive space where artists, performers, and neighbors come together on common ground.$10 TICKETS: <a href="https://thegreatgettogether.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thegreatgettogether.com/</a>

Local Event: The Great Get Together Music & Arts Festival

The Great Get Together Music & Arts Festival

Join us for an unforgettable festival experience right here in Plainfield!

MUSIC . FOOD . DRINKS . ARTHead on over to...

VFW Post 9545

<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/3443549/20260601/113108/ambidextrous8___01113108111.jpg" id="Ambidextrous8.jpg" data-image="Ambidextrous8.jpg"></figure>
<h2> Playing your favorites</h2>
Playing great Rock ‘n Roll from the ’60s and ’70s.
Playing the way you remember it
The band starts at 7 pm on the Patio, Weather permitting. If not, thenm in the bar!!
NO COVER – PUBLIC WELCOME 21+
<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/3443549/20260725/093901/amb-at-the-v-saturday___25093900340.jpg" id="Amb At The V saturday.jpg" data-image="Amb At The V saturday.jpg"></figure>
The music is Hot, and the cocktails and beer are cold—12 beers on tap. Domestic bottles are $3.50, and a 5-domestic beer bucket is $14. You can take a break anytime and try your luck with our new Video Slots and Poker. Maybe you could win $500 on a single spin!
The video slots and machines are ready and waiting. They are closer than the Boats and avoid all of that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Try your luck.
OUR SLOT MACHINES HAVE PAID OUT OVER $52 MILLION!
There is plenty of parking available and handicapped accessible.
You must be 21 to attend. ATM, Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted
Easy to get to. Close to I-80 and also I-355.
323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451 Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 –ht<a href="https://www.facebook.com/vfwpo..." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tps://www.facebook.com/vfwpo…</a>

Local Event: NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday “AMBIDEXTROUS” Playing in the Bar! No Cover, Public Welcome 21+

New Lenox

NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday “AMBIDEXTROUS”...


  Playing your favorites
Playing great Rock ‘n Roll from the ’60s and ’70s.
Playing the way you remember it
The band starts at...

NL VFW Post 9545 Saturday “AMBIDEXTROUS” Playing in the Bar! No Cover, Public Welcome 21+

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

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;This October Junk in the Trunk Morris has planned pop up outdoor flea markets at all 3 of our Grundy County locations. It starts at 9AM on Sunday October 4th at Parks Place in Gardner. Parks Place is located at 102 S. IL Rt. 53, one block east of I-55 (Gardner exit #227). Then on Saturday October 10th we are in Mazon at Finders Flea Market featuring Mama K’s Grill. Finally on Sunday October 18th we return to our Morris Plaza home, 100 W. Commercial Drive in Morris. At each of these events shoppers will find a wide variety of household items, collectibles, tools, toys, crafts and much more for sale from 9AM until 3PM. In Mazon we will remain open until 4PM.&nbsp;New vendors are always welcome at Junk in the Trunk Morris events, and if you are interested in setting up and selling this coming Sunday October 4th in Gardner it is not too late. Advance vendor registration is not required. Simply arrive at 8AM, pay the $15 vendor fee, sign a liability waiver and take an available spot. Vendors paying the $15 fee are guaranteed space of 10’ by 30’ (approximately 2 parking spaces), and if needed may use some additional space without an additional charge. October is also vendor appreciation month, with vendor only giveaways at each event. For additional information visit Junk in the Trunk Morris on Facebook. You can also contact event manager George Bennett, morrissale@yahoo.com or 630-319-0289.

Local Event: Pop Up Outdoor Flea Market in Gardner

Pop Up Outdoor Flea Market in Gardner

     This October Junk in the Trunk Morris has planned pop up outdoor flea markets at all 3 of our Grundy County locations. It...

Timbers of Shorewood

The Timbers of Shorewood is hosting an educational program titled “Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 at the Timbers, 1100 N. River Road, Shorewood. Presented by Advocate Insurance Agency, the presentation will address how to review current coverage, evaluate provider networks and make informed choices to ensure health plans align with medical needs. The program is free and open to the public.
According to data from the Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services (CMS), nearly 70 million Americans rely on Medicare for their healthcare coverage. However, a Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) analysis of federal Medicare survey data found that nearly seven in 10 beneficiaries do not actively compare their coverage options during the annual open enrollment period, and historically only a small share of beneficiaries voluntarily switch plans each year.
“Medicare rules and plan options evolve every single year, making it easy for seniors to feel overwhelmed or inadvertently miss out on better coverage,” said Sheila Albor, director of marketing at The Timbers of Shorewood. “We wanted to get local experts in front of our residents and neighbors before open enrollment starts, so people have time to compare their options instead of just re-signing for whatever they had last year.”
Medicare's annual open enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, giving seniors a limited window each year to review and change their coverage.
This presentation is part of the 2026 Timbers Educational Series, a multi-month initiative designed to bring expert guidance on senior health, safety and wellness directly to the local community. 
The schedule for the Timbers Educational Series includes:
<ul>
 <li>Tuesday, Oct. 6 – Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027 </li>
 <li>Tuesday, Oct. 13 – Preparing for Respiratory Season </li>
 <li>Thursday, Nov. 5 – Veterans Benefit Seminar </li>
 <li>Tuesday, Nov. 17 – Getting Your Affairs in Order </li>
</ul>
The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community that provides independent 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. Furnished apartments are also available for short-term stays.
Again, all programs in the series are free and open to the public. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.timbersofshorewood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.timbersofshorewood.com</a> or call 815-609-0669.

Local Event: Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027 at the Timbers

Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027...

The Timbers of Shorewood is hosting an educational program titled “Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027” at 6 p.m....

Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027 at the Timbers

Hope United Methodist Church

Savor a delicious homemade meal at the Annual Meatloaf Dinner. Each dinner includes meatloaf, mashed potato, vegetable, salad, roll, and dessert for $15.00, and $8.00 for children under 10. Enjoy your meal as a dine-in experience or choose carryout.

Local Event: Annual Meatloaf Dinner

Annual Meatloaf Dinner

Savor a delicious homemade meal at the Annual Meatloaf Dinner. Each dinner includes meatloaf, mashed potato, vegetable, salad,...

Crosswinds Church

Join Let the Mountains Move Ministries as we hold our "Praise &amp; Worship Nite" Fundraiser!&nbsp; Entry fee is $5 and $20 for families of 5 or more!&nbsp; Come enjoy chili, chili dogs and hotdogs!&nbsp; Select a delicious dessert to purchase and let's not forget the opportunity to win a fabulous raffle basket!&nbsp; There will be many there!&nbsp; sign up at www.letthemountainsmoveministries.org/give

Local Event: Let the Mountains Move Ministries presents...Our Praise & Worship Nite Fundraiser

Let the Mountains Move Ministries...

Join Let the Mountains Move Ministries as we hold our "Praise & Worship Nite" Fundraiser!  Entry fee is $5 and $20 for families...

Let the Mountains Move Ministries presents...Our Praise & Worship Nite Fundraiser

Joliet Junior College Event Center

<a href="https://www.MenWhoCook.info" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.MenWhoCook.info</a>
Join <a href="https://www.willcountysao.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow</a> and the <a href="https://www.willcountycac.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Will County Children’s Advocacy Center</a> for the 16th Annual <a href="https://www.MenWhoCook.info" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MEN WHO COOK presented by CITGO</a><a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>&nbsp;on Saturday, October 17, from 6–9 PM at the <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/DiC8FF8NQtP6YEeH8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Joliet Junior College Event Center</a>, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL. It’s one deliciously fun night where talented men from our community—amateur and professional cooks alike—serve up samples of their favorite APPETIZERS, ENTREES &amp; DESSERTS…and YOU get to decide which dishes deserve bragging rights!
TASTE. JUDGE. HAVE FUN! From savory to sweet, our cooks will pull out all the stops to win your vote. Bring your appetite and enjoy an evening packed with:
● Delicious Food ● Cash Bar by <a href="https://roccitybarandgrill.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Roc City Bar &amp; Grill</a> ● Kids’ Activities ● Raffles
Great food, great fun &amp; a great cause.&nbsp;And the best part? You get to be the judge!
HAVE FUN. MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Your ticket supports the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center, providing HOPE, HEALING &amp; JUSTICE to children who have endured severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence.
100% of proceeds stay local, supporting the CAC’s evidence-based, trauma-focused forensic interview, family advocacy, and trauma therapy services for children and their families.
Founded in 1995 by Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow, the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center brings together law enforcement, prosecutors, DCFS, medical professionals, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists under one roof to help abused children begin their journey toward healing and justice.
GRAB YOUR FRIENDS &amp; FAMILY. COME HUNGRY! You won't leave that way!

Local Event: MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center

MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's...

www.MenWhoCook.info
Join Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow and the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center for the 16th...

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Christine Book, Neighbor

Posting Activity