VFW Post 9545

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 are taken starting @ 3:30 pm
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!. 

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New Lenox

Illinois

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!. 

Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545. 323 Old Hickory Rd. New Lenox, IL 60451. 815.485.8369 DJ Friday!!! – All Welcome! NO COVER! 21+Playing in the Canteen! Good Time DJ.” Keith &amp; Beth play some great tunes, 70's, 80's &amp; more. He will take your requests all night. Just sit and enjoy a cocktail while enjoying the music, or get up and dance! Try to see what you can win with his trivia questions. There are 12 beers on tap, including Craft and Fireball on Ice. Domestic bottles cost $3, and a 5-bottle domestic bucket costs $12. Our wine is all single-serve, so each pour is a fresh bottle—no old open stuff. Could you take a break and ENJOY OUR VIDEO POKER AND SLOTS? They're closer than the Casinos, and you won’t have to fight all that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Try your luck! OUR MACHINES HAVE PAID OUT OVER $52 MILLION! There is plenty of parking, and it is handicap accessible. There is no cover. The public is Welcome. You must be 21 years of age. ATMs, Visa/MasterCard/Discover are accepted. It is easy to find. It is close to I-80 and also I-355. 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 – <a attributionsrc="/privacy_sandbox/comet/register/source/?xt=AZU9VJAcTwhYZJ4W0D3rquTNiKlJuS5qQUw3KHI00HIft2JMufZmiERIHZtJbOcS75nzZ1osex_CmUqLIDHkX9WoQQJ_rfrxZC03XBbFBnwG-9m9R8meP1fEcBv6483iKKJAG5h3bFOokPB_NhTUPt-YfyLtNnxmN-q5KZdD-fcNyHRb8y1LQ9abDxHuTk4T1PnUYRnQO_XuSuzyezFdKxUQ0-X6-PmvY961_sIjW5g8E5BumKRH3pDi1PJYZ6kzNUDvzMdx2YjLgeMUludDcEKd5SERpwV4eYsoPljOOAqNW0PKiBsOKyOo6TcPEyE0O0pbr_DJfWUoynE45K2APV4qbIW0tv3JJuFA3BYP5xoPafxhOvFQMmgpXpaA9L6kfxi1KYS6AHncS-2D_wrGofA91AaIQtAw2zHmjHm7V3HXet4dr37BrREcRqgcI89YnztIn3fh36PYb9pQWxQjdcQWZEvWBZXw_BDtCGtvg3X4pMQc5gi5bXxWCT7psrtAvJ4hS9Wgoulql_091GGwDmwiJ6ghMODIhdigFpdj0Mo_irJO60cGgG5ReXTK0BXPIX8IdQkSrFsG6FLvGf4_ZY82ACdYCOAAY6DfxIweRyRbOY_87qMZlRXbM_dPdeS9S9OXwV3iUrSfp3wVDeRqxb16XQhcTSCxoUxwHdBRWfUVFP6Psc2PDS0sv_mtkYmIt9yQ7bqJRWk106E_sDFi1ljDwp1sHeB2n6iU9DdLUp77VVLoW97UnTa4ppGeCW4NXmZFpnyuy5Svrhut-BcK5G2aCWJRDzdeTzXk01nnkyBCPwWu0X5c3TZFWefdjvQZ7t8" href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNlZIQU5vajFpMU5JUGJmSwEerwuzAsySsTd_A5AotinkVWLMoKQKJLJxIzA8rBXCdwIYtcedMSIlDLWS9j0_aem_ofcUL_E-ZofAOkc0vgo1VQ" rel="nofollow noopener" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.vfwpost9545.org</a>

Local Event: NL VFW Good Time DJ Friday Night. 7pm-??? No Cover Public Welcome 21+

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Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545. 323 Old Hickory Rd. New Lenox, IL 60451. 815.485.8369 DJ Friday!!! – All Welcome! NO COVER!...

NL VFW Good Time DJ Friday Night. 7pm-??? No Cover Public Welcome 21+

Saturday Night Playing in the bar. “REPLAY!”
REPLAY. Playing the great Classic Rock that you love.
The Show starts @ 7 pm.
Five-bottle bucket specials are $12 Domestic. Twelve beers are on tap, with single-serve wines and plenty of seltzer.
Take a break and play our Slots and Video poker—over $52 million won by our players.
NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME! 21+

Local Event: NL VFW Playing in the bar. “REPLAY!” The show starts @ 7 pm. NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME 21+

NL VFW Playing in the bar. “REPLAY!” The show...

Saturday Night Playing in the bar. “REPLAY!”
REPLAY. Playing the great Classic Rock that you love.
The Show starts @ 7...

NL VFW Playing in the bar. “REPLAY!” The show starts @ 7 pm. NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME 21+

<h1>NL VFW&nbsp;Post 9545&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>“Queen of Hearts Raffle!”&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>You don't have to wait until Sunday to buy a ticket.&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>Tickets are available at the bar daily, at Tuesday Night Bingo, and Friday Fish Fry. The Sunday drawing is at 4 p.m. sharp! 5 other cards pay out also!! 50/50 Raffle, too, that benefits our Post Relief Fund!</h1>
Posted by <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/author/larry/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LARRY PAVEZA</a> on <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/2024/01/14/post-9545-queen-of-hearts-raffle-tickets-on-sale-all-day-every-day-for-the-sunday-raffle/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">JANUARY 14, 2024</a>
We have replaced the Jackpot raffle with the&nbsp;Queen of Hearts raffle!&nbsp;There are&nbsp;many&nbsp;more ways to win. Tickets are still $ 5 each or 5 for $20. But the good news is that they are on sale from 5 pm Sunday every day until 3:45 pm the following Sunday. The winner need not be present to win*. Ticket purchase serves as evidence of the Player’s agreement to the game rules. See the game rules below for details and additional ways to win. 
If you are present and win, you get 100% of your prize. The listed number represents the weekly prize available. Please follow the guidelines for filling out your ticket correctly; otherwise, it may be voided.
Click on the link to see the guidelines. 
<h2><a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/2024/01/14/post-9545-queen-of-hearts-raffle-tickets-on-sale-all-day-every-day-for-the-sunday-raffle/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://vfwpost9545.org/2024/0... </a>Try our Hot Slots!! Our Slot players have won over $52M</h2>

Local Event: NL VFW “Queen of Hearts Raffle!” The Pot is “$14,925.” Tickets are on sale every day!!!!

NL VFW “Queen of Hearts Raffle!” The Pot is...

NL VFW Post 9545 
“Queen of Hearts Raffle!” 
You don't have to wait until Sunday to buy a ticket. 
Tickets are available at the...

NL VFW “Queen of Hearts Raffle!” The Pot is “$14,925.” Tickets are on sale every day!!!!

Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and&nbsp;THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!!!
Doors open at @4 pm, and the first ball drops at @6:00pm Bingo paper sales will begin at 4:45 pm.
The Kitchen opens at 5:15 pm
In 2025, Tuesday Night Bingo paid $193,803.00 in cash prizes, including Bingo, Raffles, and Pull Tabs. Congratulations!!
Last week, we paid $3,762 in prizes, including progressive games!!!!
TUESDAY BINGO Night: Available Prizes include 2 Progressive raffles,15 Bingo games, and pull tabs.
2 Progressive games: 
Tim's Raffle $2,928
Kaboom - $1,746 
Weekly Vets Raffle: 4 Winners Drawn this week!!
1 White Strip $5
6 White Strips $20&nbsp;
Winner #1-&nbsp;$100 Speedway Card from Randy Holzhaur, State Farm Insurance, New Lenox.
Winner #2- $50 Card from Hog Wild, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $50 Card from Rosati's Pizza, New Lenox.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; 
Winner #3- $50 Coopers Hawk (1) wine tasting for 2, (2) Desserts, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$30&nbsp; Card From Crumbl Cookies, Mokena.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$20 Card from CP&nbsp;Meats, New Lenox.
Winner #4-&nbsp;$25 Card from Ranch Frostie, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$25 Card from Chili's, New Lenox.

&nbsp;Bring&nbsp;your friends: more players, more significant prizes. The number of games sold determines Bingo Payouts. 
The minimum cost to play is $10
The minimum age to play is 18 
Lots of games. The First Game starts at 6 pm. 
 
Ten (10) regular games and five (5) Special games. 
Entry Raffle, Pull tabs, 50/50, Horse Race, Progressive Games. 
Ink Daubers and Tape are available at Bingo for a modest price. 
 
Paper only, no electronic Bingo. 
FOOD SERVICE IS AVAILABLE!!
*MONTHLY GRILL SPECIAL*
1st week of the month, $3 Pizza slices from Italian Fiesta Pizza 
The Grill opens at 5:15 and closes after the break.
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Bucket specials in the bar.&nbsp;Bring your spouse; they can wait in the bar and enjoy some libations while you WIN! Domestic Bottles are $3 (5-bottle Domestic Buckets are $12) while watching sporting events on our six big screens. They can also try their luck playing our new Video slots and poker, and win a few dollars. Closer than the Casinos, you don’t have to fight that nasty I-80 Truck Traffic. Doors open at 4 p.m. The Public is welcome. ATMs are available. 
 
“OUR SLOT PLAYERS&nbsp;HAVE WON OVER $52 Million!” 
 
Easy to find. Close to I-80 and also I-355. 
 
New Lenox VFW Post 9545- 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451. Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 <a href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.vfwpost9545.org</a> 
 
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Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545 State of Illinois Bingo Number B-04025

Local Event: NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $8,840 in Prizes -Vets Raffle-4 Winners this week!!

NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $8,840 in Prizes -Vets...

  Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!!!
Doors open at @4 pm, and...

NL VFW Tue Bingo Up to $8,840 in Prizes -Vets Raffle-4 Winners this week!!

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$4 Margaritas and $2 Domestic Bottles.
<h2>NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+</h2>

Local Event: NL VFW  Trivia Night Wednesday  "Retro Rewind: Peace Out to the 60,s ". NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!!

NL VFW  Trivia Night Wednesday  "Retro Rewind:...

This week: "Retro Rewind: Peace Out To The 60's!!"  Come out and give it a try. There will be prizes to win, and Brain Busters...

NL VFW  Trivia Night Wednesday  "Retro Rewind: Peace Out to the 60,s ". NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!!

Good Times, Long Fun. Dan plays rock from the 60’s to the 90″s. Come out for some great Live Music and have some fun.
The Music is Hot and the cocktails are cold! 12 beers on Tap, and plenty of Seltzers too.
Try our Video Gaming for a chance to win some real $$$. Our players have won over $52 Million.
Close to I80 &amp; I355
Check us out on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/vfwpo...</a> Our website: https/www.vfwpost9545.org

Local Event: NL VFW Dan Jeslis Playing In The Bar, Friday, 7pm. NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+

NL VFW Dan Jeslis Playing In The Bar, Friday,...

Good Times, Long Fun. Dan plays rock from the 60’s to the 90″s. Come out for some great Live Music and have some fun.
The Music...

NL VFW Dan Jeslis Playing In The Bar, Friday, 7pm. NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+

Come out for a great night of Classic Rock by “TIME BANDITS!” Playing many different hits from many artists. Playing Great Classic Rock
<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/3443549/20260509/015817/689480538-1649031899505719-9206663890347115121-n___09135816184.jpg" id="689480538_1649031899505719_9206663890347115121_n.jpg" data-image="689480538_1649031899505719_9206663890347115121_n.jpg"></figure> The music is Hot, and the cocktails and beer are cold—12 beers on tap, including Craft. Domestic bottles are $3, and a 5-bottle domestic beer bucket is $12. There are plenty of Seltzers, too. 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 machines are ready and waiting. Closer than the Casinos, it avoids all that nasty I-80 truck traffic. Try your luck. OUR SLOT PLAYERS HAVE WON OVER $52 MILLION!
There is plenty of parking available, and it is accessible for people with disabilities. You must be 21 to attend. ATM on-site, Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted. Easy to get to. Close to I-80 and I-355. 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451 Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 – <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org/?fbclid=IwAR0OSC9-huZNTCBMNg2OAhknrpEVqEAHCHz-e_oQ2aLBc6t0mwFpq5IDax4" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545.org</a> No Cover-Public Welcome! Must be 21

Local Event: NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Time Bandits” in the Bar, Saturday. No Cover Public Welcome 21+

NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Time...

Come out for a great night of Classic Rock by “TIME BANDITS!” Playing many different hits from many artists. Playing Great...

NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Time Bandits” in the Bar, Saturday. No Cover Public Welcome 21+

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+

LUCKY DUCKY RACE 
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Come on out and join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026 for our “20th Annual Gene Hickmott Lucky Duck Race!”
The race starts at 1 p.m. on the Cedar Rd Bridge over Hickory Creek and ends at VFW Post 9545. First place is $500, second place is $200, third place is $100, and fourth and fifth place are $50. The rain Date is June 8th.
Donation: is $5 Bucks a Duck or 5 Ducks for $20 Bucks! Duck adoption is available anytime at the Post Canteen and the Friday Fish Fry.
 Refreshments and food will be available during and after the race.
Entertainment will be provided by the Band “SIDE EFFECTS”!
This event is sponsored by the VFW Post 9545 Auxiliary to support VFW Post 9545 and all local Vets.
The winner need not be present at the time of the race, but we sure would love to have you join us there as they cross the finish line.

323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL 60451. 815.485.8369
You can also enjoy our Video Poker and slots! Avoid the I-80 traffic to Joliet.
Close to I-80 &amp; I-355, plug it into your GPS.
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Local Event: NL VFW 20th Annual Gene Hickmott Lucky Duck Race on Hickory Creek, Sun, June 7, 2026. Public Welcome

NL VFW 20th Annual Gene Hickmott Lucky Duck...

LUCKY DUCKY RACE 

Come on out and join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026 for our “20th Annual Gene Hickmott Lucky Duck Race!”
The...

NL VFW 20th Annual Gene Hickmott Lucky Duck Race on Hickory Creek, Sun, June 7, 2026. Public Welcome

Larry Paveza

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Chicago Metropolitan Area

Advertising Exec,
 Harry E. Anderson VFW Post 9545
323 Old Hickory Rd 
New Lenox, IL 60451

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Darvin’s Memorial Day Sale, honor the day, celebrate the savings

Rosati's Pizza

<img alt="🌿" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t1e/1/16/1f33f.png"><img alt="🪴" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tcb/1/16/1fab4.png">PLANT BINGO NIGHT IS COMING TO ROSATI’S IN NEW LENOX <img alt="🪴" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tcb/1/16/1fab4.png"><img alt="🌿" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t1e/1/16/1f33f.png">Get ready for a super fun night filled with bingo, plants, prizes, food, drinks, and all the cozy garden vibes <img alt="🌱" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t69/1/16/1f331.png"><img alt="✨" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png">Join us Tuesday, May 27th from 6–8PM at Rosati's Pizza for Plant Bingo hosted by Hope’s Bee Hive<img alt="🌼" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9b/1/16/1f33c.png"> First bingo card for EVERY game is FREE<img alt="🌼" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9b/1/16/1f33c.png"> Plant giveaways all night<img alt="🌼" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9b/1/16/1f33c.png"> Garden-themed prizes, decor &amp; goodies<img alt="🌼" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9b/1/16/1f33c.png"> Food &amp; drinks available for purchase<img alt="🌼" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9b/1/16/1f33c.png"> No RSVP required — just come hang out and play! Bring your plant-loving friends, your lucky bingo energy, and get ready for a laid-back night full of fun <img alt="🌿" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t1e/1/16/1f33f.png"><img alt="💛" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t15/1/16/1f49b.png">&nbsp;Plants Sponsored by Bothwell Farms&nbsp;

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PLANT BINGO NIGHT IS COMING TO ROSATI’S IN NEW LENOX Get ready for a super fun night filled with bingo, plants, prizes, food,...

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<a href="https://habitatwill.org/events/mix-of-26-beyond-beer-bourbon-fest/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Beyond Beer &amp; Bourbon Fest</a>, presented by Blue Ribbon Products is elevating this year’s event and partnering with the all-new Hollywood Casino Joliet to really make this not just a day—but a weekend to remember!
Saturday’s festival expands to Beyond Beer &amp; Bourbon sampling not only craft beers and premium Bourbons, but we’ve added wines, tequilas, rums, vodka, hard seltzers, ready-to-drink cocktails and more making sure there is something for everyone.
We’re excited to be Mixing It Up in 26 too by adding a Friday Night 5-Year Celebration Kickoff Concert&nbsp;so be sure to check that out too and get your Friday night tickets before this limited event is sold out.

Local Event: MIX of '26: Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest

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The Beyond Beer & Bourbon Fest, presented by Blue Ribbon Products is elevating this year’s event and partnering with the...

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