Erin Gallagher

Will County

John Ferak

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Joliet

Illinois

Erin Gallagher is a branding strategist that serves clients with issues and events as a community relations consultant.

Shorewood

Andrea Earnest

Homer Glen-Lockport

Lauren Traut

New Lenox

Channahon-Minooka

Emily Rosca

Plainfield

Romeoville

Manhattan

Bolingbrook

Mokena

Cook County

Lemont

Finders Flea, 503 Grundy St.- Mazon, IL (Follow signs from Rt. 47)

Mother’s
Day weekend is the perfect time to attend the first ever Junk in the
Trunk Morris Flea Mart
in Mazon. On Saturday May 9th, Finders Flea Mart,
503 Grundy Street in Mazon
will host Junk in the
Trunk Morris from 9AM
until 4PM. Select items
outdoors from our independent vendors, then go inside the barn to
continue the treasure hunt. When inside don’t miss the freshly
prepared food at Mama K’s Grill with breakfast served from 9AM
until 10:30 AM, and lunch available until 4PM. Both dine in and carry
out options are available. Vendor
opportunities are available as well.
If you would like to setup and sell in Mazon on
Saturday May 9th, simply
arrive at 8AM, pay the $15 vendor fee and take an available spot. New
vendors are welcome, and advance vendor reservations are not needed
nor taken. For additional information and full vendor rules visit
Junk in the Trunk Morris on Facebook, or contact event manager George
Bennett, <a href="mailto:morrissale@yahoo.com">morrissale@yahoo.com</a>
or 630-319-0289.
At all three of our
locations Junk in the
Trunk Morris functions as a charitable fundraiser, with proceeds from
our Mazon markets benefiting the Mazon American Legion.

Local Event: Junk in the Trunk Morris Flea Market in Mazon Saturday May 9th

Junk in the Trunk Morris Flea Market in Mazon...


Mother’s
Day weekend is the perfect time to attend the first ever Junk in the
Trunk Morris Flea Mart
in Mazon. On Saturday May...

Junk in the Trunk Morris Flea Market in Mazon Saturday May 9th

Lockport VFW Post #5788

Get ready for a tropical evening hosted by the Lockport VFW Post #5788 and the Auxiliary, featuring a full dinner followed by live music and an authentic hula show. This $40 festive event also includes 50/50 and raffle baskets for a night of community fun.

Local Event: Hawaiian Luau

Hawaiian Luau

Get ready for a tropical evening hosted by the Lockport VFW Post #5788 and the Auxiliary, featuring a full dinner followed by...

Timbers of Shorewood

A health and vendor expo for seniors will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, May 13, 2026
 at The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living, 1100 N. River Rd., 
Shorewood. More than 30 vendors are expected and the public is warmly 
welcome to this free expo.
Free health screenings will be available including blood pressure 
checks, balance testing, spinal checks and chair massages There will be 
information tables about hospice, home health care, and insurance.
Expo vendors include:
<ul>
<li>Panoptic</li>



<li>Home Instead</li>



<li>Harvest In Home Care</li>



<li>Humana</li>



<li>Aetna</li>



<li>Planwell Insurance Group</li>



<li>Merit Medicaid Consulting</li>



<li>Care with Dignity</li>



<li>ServPro</li>



<li>USA Home Care Plus</li>



<li>Will County Center for Community Concerns</li>



<li>Lightways Hospice</li>



<li>Legacy Benefit Planning VA benefits</li>



<li>Mary Kay</li>



<li>Integrity Senior Care</li>



<li>Captel</li>



<li>Assisted Transitions</li>



<li>Purple Spring Home Caregivers</li>



<li>Presto Real Estate</li>



<li>Nicor Gas</li>



<li>Audiologic Services</li>



<li>Catholic Charities</li>



<li>Heritage Woods Minooka</li>



<li>Vitas</li>



<li>Shorewood Troy Library</li>



<li>High Point Fox Valley</li>



<li>Senior Helpers</li>



<li>Presto Real Estate Services</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
“We welcome the public to this dynamic expo,” said Sheila Albor, 
director of marketing at the Timbers of Shorewood. “The event is a good 
chance to check up on your health and to learn lots of vital information
 that pertains to older adults.”
</blockquote>
The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living, 1100 N. River Rd., Shorewood, is a rental retirement community that provides <a href="https://www.timbersofshorewood.com/senior-housing/senior-independent-living/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">senior independent living</a> and <a href="https://www.timbersofshorewood.com/senior-housing/assisted-living/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">assisted living</a>
 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 <a href="https://www.timbersofshorewood.com/senior-housing/short-term-stays-respite-care/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">short-term stays</a>.
Learn more about the Timbers of Shorewood’s <a href="https://www.timbersofshorewood.com/about/award-winning-senior-independent-living-community-in-shorewood-il/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">awards for senior living</a> and read <a href="https://www.timbersofshorewood.com/reviews/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">reviews</a> about our community. For more information call <a href="tel:">815-609-0669</a>.

Local Event: Seniors’ Health and Vendor Expo at Timbers of Shorewood

Seniors’ Health and Vendor Expo at Timbers of...

A health and vendor expo for seniors will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, May 13, 2026
 at The Timbers of Shorewood...

Seniors’ Health and Vendor Expo at Timbers of Shorewood

Join us for an in-person Medicare 101 seminar and learn your options so that you make the right choices.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Can't Make it? Call Silver Health Team presenter @ 708-261-4512.
Medicare can be confusing! Join us for a free educational seminar to get you up to speed on what Medicare covers, what it doesn't, and your potential out of pocket exposure. We will discuss Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, and cost savings strategies for the years to come. You don't need to be a patient, as all are welcome. Please register as room is limited! Hurry, register today!&nbsp;

Local Event: Free Medicare Seminar at Silver Cross Conference Center

Free Medicare Seminar at Silver Cross...

Join us for an in-person Medicare 101 seminar and learn your options so that you make the right choices.  
Can't Make it? Call...

Free Medicare Seminar at Silver Cross Conference Center

Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Celebrate Pentecost Sunday at the Mass of All Nations beginning at 12 Noon and celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Dennis E. Spies, Rev. Dindo Billote, and Rev. Patrick Murphy. 
Fellowship and a celebration of food, music, and entertainment, from many different cultures, to follow. All are welcome.&nbsp;

Local Event: 2026 Pentecost Mass of All the Nations

2026 Pentecost Mass of All the Nations

Celebrate Pentecost Sunday at the Mass of All Nations beginning at 12 Noon and celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Dennis E. Spies,...

The Promenade Bolingbrook

Join us for an exciting two days at the Taste of Bolingbrook on May 30th and 31st, where local flavors, live entertainment, and community come together! 
Please click on the link below to fill out the application form and vendor agreement packet:
https://forms.gle/zyBrLReEf6Fi88RU8
Turn your Taste of Bolingbrook experience into a full weekend getaway! Book a Stay &amp; Play Package at a participating hotel below and enjoy $50 in Chamber Bucks to spend at the event!
Holiday Inn &amp; Suites Bolingbrook: <a href="https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=rates&amp;brandCode=HI&amp;localeCode=en&amp;regionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=CHIBB&amp;checkInDate=29&amp;checkInMonthYear=042026&amp;checkOutDate=31&amp;checkOutMonthYear=042026&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=TOB&amp;cn=no&amp;adjustMonth=false&amp;showApp=true&amp;monthIndex=00" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=rates&amp;brandCode=HI&amp;localeCode=en®ionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=CHIBB&amp;checkInDate=29&amp;checkInMonthYear=042026&amp;checkOutDate=31&amp;checkOutMonthYear=042026&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=TOB&amp;cn=no&amp;adjustMonth=false&amp;showApp=true&amp;monthIndex=00</a>
Country Inn &amp; Suites Bolingbrook/Romeoville: <a href="https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/XT73S3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/XT73S3</a>
Residence Inn Chicago Bolingbrook: <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1774544033609&amp;key=CORP&amp;app=resvlink" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Book your discounted rate for the Taste of Bolingbrook</a>
<h6>Band Lineup:</h6>
Saturday:
Noon-1:30 – Leroy Winn&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bUSqQ6AYlnoXDgrEwd6_lhBEsJkK-DHHe3_MkjzPH9QwRWfYQXVGLA0tCO17GhoZ0pNrm9eYLiOsphLR62pyNXw~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://leroywinn.com/#about</a>
2-4pm – Brad Jackson &amp; Shades Of Country&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?btwMlZI3XORLpUVihFPhrFTaRNFTzK0lDruqoF6E9j3Lmhcs5mtuwUKeAtU055iZ20oXy2T6bzqLAh7DkehsA3jcpry9tp4dUEJ23oAh56RCS-ssEVZdCecgFcqfOpYQRC2YY_VblDbai9ntmnl5VMaadbI88TCkt8gmB62_Zmus~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/p/Brad-Jackson-Shades-of-Country-100058185223780/</a>
4:30-6:30pm – Eddie V &amp; The Culprits&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bjzbF8m0WIQBOnTRO2OFg93jwz7oyl0YY9yXm4KSGz0p7hFGf3czi8G-vchHFRm2LU0cGDfPWR6SXzzmDOPL3Qg~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://eddievband.com/</a>
7-9pm – Anthem &nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bzqbGxci016Tv5jTkRJz9U_rLBSMJF7VNs_DJOF_58yW5kP-h6vvd5NbU3TIxYnfn4P_xwz12rlIE85xdv6HzMg~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://anthembandchicago.com</a>
Sunday:
Noon-2pm – Hoodwink’d&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bFTYTyutpv-aP3jpO3s8EbVd2h5pZMGFE2fafRnMKcO7Vr5DPfwilmm89K5MAWxVTrB5eNwgddWsWejbcmwHilg~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.hoodwinkband.com/</a>
3-4:30pm – Simply Billy&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bVRyi2DAhJVtCceX254kBQ_XP5iyfzlj0zqz_7QyWRCbDqTaA-FAH8GZ9Om4OgQhbq6Rrc5on5IoXCxqrimy4og~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.simplyelton.com/simply-billy</a>
5-7pm – Simply Elton&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://url.emailprotection.link/?bVRyi2DAhJVtCceX254kBQ9zflWUiV0OFVXzpSDpE-exDTY-8jRJdr3v0GqI6lC0WXmW-K8BTDtOK-ziAoVRvVQ~~" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.simplyelton.com/</a>

Local Event: Taste of Bolingbrook

Taste of Bolingbrook

Join us for an exciting two days at the Taste of Bolingbrook on May 30th and 31st, where local flavors, live entertainment, and...

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>

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