CJ's Salon

Will County

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Frankfort

Illinois

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We feature Cutting Edge Color &amp; Barbering Techniques - Haircuts &amp; Styles for Men, Women &amp; Children. Bridal Packages, Facial Waxing, Keratin Treatments, Extensions, Chemical Services, Special Occasion Hair &amp; Make-up. Come meet our team of Stylists! We have a fun, inviting environment for everyone in the family! 815.469.2778

Lauren Traut

Mokena

Cook County

Tinley Park

Orland Park

New Lenox

Oak Forest

Manhattan

Homewood-Flossmoor

Chicago Heights

Lorraine Swanson

Palos

Homer Glen-Lockport

VFW Post 9545

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Try our&nbsp;hand-trimmed and hand-breaded fried chicken.
We are famous for our hand-breaded fried cod, but why not try our Baked Cod Dinner for a change?
 Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545
323 Old Hickory Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
815.485.8369
Enjoy Sit-down dining!
Carry-out ordering is now available online! Go to the menu link below and scan the available QR Code. Pre-order to have your meal ready for you to come in and pick up&nbsp;at your selected time. Why wait on the phone when you can order and pre-pay online with our secure system?
Menu link: <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/friday-fish-fry-menu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://vfwpost9545.org/friday...</a> 
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Scan QR Code or click on the link below:
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Our Year-Round Fish Fry is closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Holidays, and occasionally USA Independence Day.
Our Full-Service Bar will be open.
PUBLIC WELCOME!
For a change, try our Wing Dinner with&nbsp;Baked potato or Fries!!
Voted in the Top 5 Fish Fry in Chicagoland by “Chicago’s Best” and "Best Fish Fry" by "Best of Lincolnway 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 &amp; 2025 Readers Choice Awards!" 
Come on out and enjoy the best "Year Around Friday Fish Fry"&nbsp;(except for a few holidays)in the South Suburbs, as featured on WGN’s “Chicago’s Best!” Now serving Baked Icelandic Cod Fillet with choice of Baked Potato or French Fries, Icelandic Cod breaded and deep-fried golden brown. Shrimp, scallops, ½ chicken, and chicken&nbsp;tenders for the kids. All meals come with Coleslaw, French fries, and bread with butter. The baked potato is now available with all meals.
Coffee and Tea are free. A Pastry table is available for dessert, and we also have a full cash bar.
Tax is included in all of our prices.&nbsp;
All of Our Meals Are prepared with “Trans Fat-Free” Canola Oil since 2001.
Full-service bar at Fish Fry. 
Kid-friendly. Try the Chicken tenders for the kids.
Dine-in or carry-out. Our complete menu is on our website: <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://vfwpost9545.org</a>. For carry-outs, phone ahead at 815.485.8369. Order online, and you won't have a busy signal!!
The fish fry opens at 4:30 p.m. and runs until 7:30 p.m. For your convenience, we now accept Visa, Discover, and MasterCard at Fish Fry.&nbsp;
There is plenty of parking available, and it is handicap accessible.
Feeling lucky? After dinner, stroll into the Canteen and try your luck with our
Accel Video slots and poker games. You could win $500 on a single spin!
OUR SLOT PLAYERS HAVE WON OVER $52 MILLION.
Closer than the Casinos, it avoids all that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Helps Support Local Veterans and Our Community Services! Easy to get to. Close to
I-80 and I-355.
PUBLIC WELCOME. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING YOUR VETERANS!
ATM-Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted. Entertainment is every Friday in the bar after the Fish Fry. Top List karaoke or Good Time DJ.
323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369
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As Seen on “Chicago’s Best!”
and "Best Fish Fry" selection 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 &amp; 2025&nbsp;in "Best of Lincolnway."
Also, "One of the Best of Will County 2025!"

Plenty of parking and handicap accessible.

Local Event: NL VFW Friday Fish Fry.  Dine in or Order Carryout online, phone-in and save time at pickup!. 

NL VFW Friday Fish Fry.  Dine in or Order...

Online orders can be placed as early as 8 a.m. on Friday for pickup at your chosen time, starting at 4:30 p.m.  Phone orders...

NL VFW Friday Fish Fry.  Dine in or Order Carryout online, phone-in and save time at pickup!. 

Mokena Front Street Metra Lot

Join us for a three-day musical extravaganza featuring a diverse lineup from classic hits and yacht rock on Friday, May 15, to an all-ages ultimate "Swifty" experience during the afternoon of Saturday, May 16, and 90's grunge to dance parties on Saturday night. We finally close out on the afternoon of Sunday, May 17 with classic rock and country for an all-ages show. Friday, May 15, 5 to 7 p.m. - Opening Act:&nbsp;Dr. Don &amp;&nbsp;The 59'ers. Timeless Rock &amp;&nbsp;Roll. 7:30 to 11 p.m. - Main Act:&nbsp;The Ron Burgundy's. Yacht Rock &amp;&nbsp;Softcore Hits.&nbsp;Saturday, May 16, 2 to 3:30 p.m. - Totally Taylor. The Ultimate Swiftie Experience. 5 to 7 p.m. - Opening Act:&nbsp;Daze of Grunge. 90's Alternative &amp; Grunge. 8 to 11 p.m. - Main Act:&nbsp;Libido Funk Circus. Chicago's Premier Dance &amp; Party Band.Sunday, May 17, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. - Opening Act:&nbsp;The Time Bandits. 5-Piece Classic Rock Band. 3 to 6 p.m. - Main Act: Nashville Electric Company. Good Time Country Music.Shows are all ages before 7:30 p.m. and then 21 and over after 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Ages 21+ pre-sale are $10, ages 21+ at the door are $15, ages 20 and under are $5. Tickets are non-refundable. Event held rain or shine. We will be under a tent in the Front Street Metra parking lot. Food trucks will be serving up great food, desserts and soft drinks. Alcohol available for purchase for those 21+ includes beer, wine, seltzers and N/A beer. Enjoy live music in the heart of Mokena at this local fundraiser presented by the Mokena Chamber of Commerce.

Local Event: 2nd Annual Front Street Fest

2nd Annual Front Street Fest

Join us for a three-day musical extravaganza featuring a diverse lineup from classic hits and yacht rock on Friday, May 15, to...

Orland Park Civic Center

Sports Cards and More Show
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @&nbsp;Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL.&nbsp;
Make a whole day of it and score some fantastic finds!
Show Admission and Youth Policy
Adults 18 and Up: $1

Ages 13 to 17&nbsp;are admitted for $1 each, but MUST&nbsp;be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times.&nbsp;Ages 12 and Under are admitted FREE, but MUST be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times.
For safety reasons we cannot make exceptions to the youth policy. Thank you for your cooperation.&nbsp;
Snacks, Lunch and Dinner Options
The $1 Snack Shack will be open in the front lobby, during the show, with $1 packaged snacks, bottled water and canned soda.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For lunch or early dinner options...Burger 21, Buona Beef, Submarine City, P.F. Changs, The White Sheep, Dairy Queen and other delicious restaurants are nearby for your noshing pleasure! Nothing&nbsp;Bundt Cakes is great for desserts!&nbsp;Patrons are ALWAYS welcome to return to the show if they leave for lunch!&nbsp;
Door&nbsp;Prizes
Winner MUST Be Present @ Door Prize Drawing Times. No Exceptions.&nbsp;
Please support our generous door prize sponsors!&nbsp;We highly recommend our generous door prize sponsors Burger 21 (14650 South LaGrange in Orland Park) for the best burgers in town, Buona Beef (9525 W. 131st St @ LaGrange and 131st St in Orland Park) for the best Italian Beef sandwiches in town, and Nothing&nbsp;Bundt Cakes (14360 S. LaGrange in Orland Park) for the best desserts in town!&nbsp;
Every Paid Adult Guest 18+, each&nbsp;Paid Teen Guest 13-17&nbsp;accompanied and supervised by their Paid Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian, and every&nbsp;Child Guest 12 and Under,&nbsp;accompanied and supervised by their Paid Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian receives one Door Prize Drawing Ticket.
10:30 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $5 Burger 21 Gift Card
11:00 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $5 Burger 21 Gift Card
11:30 Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate and $21 Burger 21 Gift Card
12:00 Door Prize
FREE Buona Original Beef Sandwich or Buona Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Topping @ Buona Beef Orland Park and FREE Bundtlets For A Year @ Nothing Bundt Cakes of Orland Park
12:30 Grand Door Prize
$25 Sports Cards and More Show Gift Certificate, FREE Buona Original Beef Sandwich or Vegan Beef Sandwich with One Topping @ Buona Beef Orland Park and One Full-Size Nothing Bundt Cake
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Local Event: Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, May 17, 2026 - 9 am - 2 pm

Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic...

Sports Cards and More Show
Shopping Hours with 85 sports card and memorabilia vendor tables are 9 am to 2 pm @ Orland Park...

Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, May 17, 2026 - 9 am - 2 pm

Yunker Farm 10824 W La Porte Rd, Mokena, IL, 60448

Mokena Community Park District is hosting the Forever and Always Bridal Fair on Sunday, May 17 from 12-4pm at the Yunker Farm Red Barn, 10824 W. La Porte Road, Mokena. Get tons of ideas for the wedding of your dreams: the ceremony, reception, flowers, dresses, photography, desserts, giveaways, music &amp; more!
The newly renovated Yunker Farm Red Barn offers a stunning, picturesque setting for weddings of all sizes. From grand celebrations to intimate ceremonies.&nbsp;
Our wedding staff is dedicated to helping to make your day seamless and unforgettable. Book your wedding date at the Bridal Fair and receive 10% off your entire rental. Tickets per person: Presale 2 for 1 sale. 2 tickets for $10 total. At the door $7.No refunds on tickets. To purchase Presale tickets, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forever-and-always-bridal-fair-tickets-1982369632936?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Eventbrite</a>. For more information, call 708-390-2343.

Local Event: Forever and Always Bridal Fair

Forever and Always Bridal Fair

Mokena Community Park District is hosting the Forever and Always Bridal Fair on Sunday, May 17 from 12-4pm at the Yunker Farm...

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

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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NL VFW Friday Fish Fry. Dine in or Order Carryout online, phone-in and save time at pickup!.

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"Be Kind to Your Mind" Free ~Mental Health/Wellness Fair & Meditation Walk 10am -3pm

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