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VFW Post 9545

MEATLOAF MONDAY IS BACK!!!
Every 3rd Monday of the month is Meatloaf Monday at VFW Post 9545. Enjoy Homemade Meatloaf, REAL mashed potatoes (with lumps) &amp; gravy, vegetables, and bread with butter. Desserts are available. Dining in the bar or carrying out is available. All dinners are $15. Dinner is served from 4 pm to 6 pm, unless we run out. It goes quickly, so arrive early. You can save time and place your carryout order by phone starting at 2 pm. 815.485.8369 $3.50 Domestic Bottles, and 5 Bottle Buckets of Domestic Bottles are just $14. Single-serve wines and Seltzers are available as well. After dinner, try your luck with our video poker and slots. 
Our Slot players have won over $52 Million!

CASH ONLY PLEASE!
ATM For your Convenience
Easy to get to. Close to I-80 and also I-355. Avoid that nasty I-80 traffic to the casino.
 The Public is Welcome.
323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. 
Plug it into your GPS! 815.545.87071 – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545</a>

Local Event: NL VFW Meatloaf Monday by Post 9545 Auxiliary. Dine-in or Carry-out. The Public is Welcome!

NL VFW Meatloaf Monday by Post 9545 Auxiliary....

MEATLOAF MONDAY IS BACK!!!
Every 3rd Monday of the month is Meatloaf Monday at VFW Post 9545.  Enjoy Homemade Meatloaf, REAL...

NL VFW Meatloaf Monday by Post 9545 Auxiliary. Dine-in or Carry-out. The Public is Welcome!

Come out on Monday night and join in our "Monday Night Euchre!" NO&nbsp;COVER, PUBLIC&nbsp;WELCOME, 21+
Every Monday night, we will host Euchre at the bar.
Registration starts at 6 pm, and play starts at 6:30 pm.
NO&nbsp;ENTRY&nbsp;FEE. There will be prizes for the winners, as well as bragging rights. 
Happy Hour starts at 6 pm. $1 OFF ALL BOTTLED&nbsp;BEER, AND $1 OFF ALL 12OZ DRAFT GLASSES.
Bring your friends, or just come by yourself.

Local Event: NL VFW Monday Night Euchre! NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME 21+

NL VFW Monday Night Euchre! NO COVER, PUBLIC...

Come out on Monday night and join in our "Monday Night Euchre!" NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME, 21+
Every Monday night, we will host...

NL VFW Monday Night Euchre! NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME 21+

Catch Monday Night Football on 6 big screens or on the outdoor patio TV. Enjoy a no-cover event featuring a long happy hour from 7 pm to 11 pm with $1 off all bottled beer, drafts, well drinks, and more. The public is welcome!

Local Event: NL VFW Monday Night FOOTBALL Washington Commanders vs San Francisco 49er's NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!

NL VFW Monday Night FOOTBALL Washington...

Catch Monday Night Football on 6 big screens or on the outdoor patio TV. Enjoy a no-cover event featuring a long happy hour...

NL VFW Monday Night FOOTBALL Washington Commanders vs San Francisco 49er's NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!

First Presbyterian Church

Trunk- N-Treat is a Spooktacular Gathering at First Pres. Joliet. There will be Candy, Food, Games, Classic Cars, and more! Come join us and help if you want to decorate a trunk. Use the QR&nbsp;code if you are willing to help!

Local Event: Trunk - N - Treat

Trunk - N - Treat

Trunk- N-Treat is a Spooktacular Gathering at First Pres. Joliet. There will be Candy, Food, Games, Classic Cars, and more!...

The Mokena Lions Club is excited to be playing BINGO at the Yunker Barn again! Doors open at 6pm and games are scheduled to start at 6:30pm. We are not serving food or drinks this time so snacks are encouraged!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;This is an 18+ event so no kids please. Bring a friend and neighbor! All funds raised go to the Mokena Lions Club to help those people locally in need. The link provided is to pre-purchase your tickets.

Local Event: Mokena LIONS Friday Night BINGO

Mokena LIONS Friday Night BINGO

The Mokena Lions Club is excited to be playing BINGO at the Yunker Barn again! Doors open at 6pm and games are scheduled to...

St. Joseph School

Lace up your sneakers for St. Joseph School's annual 5K run and walk, beginning at the school and continuing through the scenic Wauponsee Glacial Trail and Leighlinbridge paths. All participants receive a finisher medal, drawstring race bag, and a t-shirt (guaranteed if registered before October 10th). Registration is $35 and can be completed online or in-person on race day.

Local Event: Mission: Run 5K Run & Walk

Mission: Run 5K Run & Walk

Lace up your sneakers for St. Joseph School's annual 5K run and walk, beginning at the school and continuing through the scenic...

Come on out bring your children for free candy until depleted &amp; enjoy great music or enter our talent show to win prizes. Shop with&nbsp; out unique vendors and enjoy games. More details about talent show prizes and vendor participation is below!&nbsp;
Event Title: Fall Back Into Fall Vendor Show &amp; Harvest Fest Join I've Been Mended Inc. NP and Dynasty Platinum Enterprises LLC for a community celebration and fundraiser at the Fall Back Into Fall Vendor Show &amp; Harvest Fest! All registration proceeds directly support our local non-profit community programs. Come out to shop small businesses, grab food, and enjoy seasonal festivities.
<ul><li>🎃 Free Candy for Kids: Sweet treats available for children until depleted.</li><li>🍔 Food Vendors: Delicious food and seasonal options available for purchase.</li><li>🎤 Live Talent Show: Enter our exciting All Talents excepted. (No explicit language or gestures because this is a family-oriented event). competition for a $5 cash entry fee to perform. Three winners will be crowned in both divisions!</li></ul>
Adult Division Prizes (Ages 18+):
<ul><li>🥇 1st Place: "Business in a Box" Mystery Box valued over $500 from Dynasty Platinum Enterprises LLC!</li><li>🥈 2nd Place: Custom Gift Basket valued at $100 from Dynasty Platinum Enterprises LLC.</li><li>🥉 3rd Place: Small Gift Basket valued between $25 and $50.</li></ul>
Children's Division Prizes (Under 18):
<ul><li>🥇 1st Place: Shopping Gift Card donated by Dynasty Platinum Enterprises LLC!</li><li>🥈 2nd Place: Custom Gift Basket valued at $100 from Dynasty Platinum Enterprises LLC.</li><li>🥉 3rd Place: Small Gift Basket package valued between $25 and $50.</li></ul>
Event Details:
<ul><li>📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026</li><li>⏰ Time: 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.</li><li>📍 Location: Parking Lot of St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 104 East Zarley Boulevard, Joliet, IL (Moves indoors for inclement weather).</li></ul>
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<h2>🛍️ Info for Vendors &amp; Performers</h2>
<ul><li>Vendor Space: Registration is $45 and includes a free meal. Vendors must bring their own tents and 6ft tables (chairs supplied). Early bird, returning vendor, and referral discounts apply.</li><li>🍬 Candy Request: Vendors are kindly asked to keep a bowl of candy at their display tables for visiting children.</li><li>🚫 Stage Policy: Strictly family-oriented. Absolutely no explicit language, adult themes, profane lyrics, or inappropriate gestures permitted. Keep it clean and positive!</li><li>How to Register: To sign up for a vendor space or a talent bracket slot, TEXT ONLY to 779-702-2766.</li></ul>

Local Event: Free Community Harvest Fest!  Talent & Vendor Show 

Free Community Harvest Fest!  Talent & Vendor...

Come on out bring your children for free candy until depleted & enjoy great music or enter our talent show to win prizes. Shop...

Free Community Harvest Fest!  Talent & Vendor Show 

Experience the Largest Outdoor Halloween Event in the area! Featuring a Massive array of Demolition Derbies including: RV, School Bus, and Lawn Mower Derbies, Extreme Tailer Race and MORE! The night is Packed &nbsp;with Family-Friendly Fun including Trunk Or Treat, Haunted House, bouncy houses, $1500 cash overall winner costume contest, hay rides, trunk-or-treat, Music by School Of Rock and a Spooktacular fireworks finale!&nbsp;
Please visit our website to sign up for Trunk Or Treat and Promote your business. Trunk Or Treat Starts at 3PM Show Starts at 5 PM.

Local Event: Eve Of Haunted Destruction

Eve Of Haunted Destruction

Experience the Largest Outdoor Halloween Event in the area! Featuring a Massive array of Demolition Derbies including: RV,...

Grace Episcopal Chruch

Come to the Patch on Pine! Our pumpkin patch is free to enter and full of fun activities. We have a photo area and lawn games open anytime the patch is, plus special events like Story Time with Mrs. O'Lantern, movie nights, s'mores, and trunk or treat. Stop by and stock up on pumpkins and gourds. All proceeds benefit Grace Episcopal Church.&nbsp;

Local Event: Pumpkin Patch On Pine Street

Pumpkin Patch On Pine Street

Come to the Patch on Pine! Our pumpkin patch is free to enter and full of fun activities. We have a photo area and lawn games...

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