Joliet Area Historical Museum

Something mysterious is happening at the Joliet Area Historical Museum, and the suspects aren't talking.
On Saturday, October 24, kids in grades K–6 throw on their costumes and become junior detectives at STEAM Spooktacular, a free Halloween event for families in the Joliet area, presented by the After the Peanut Foundation.
It's a STEM-tastic, boo-tiful morning of mystery. The fun starts the moment they walk in. Kids chase clues from station to station, getting hands-on with spooky science experiments, creative builds, and puzzles that bring them one step closer to cracking the case.
And no monster mash is complete without a soundtrack. Plainfield School of Rock takes the stage with live music to keep the whole family moving.
And it wouldn't be a party without a soundtrack. Plainfield School of Rock takes the stage with live music to keep the whole family moving.
Costumes are encouraged. 
Event details
What: STEAM Spooktacular, a free mystery-themed Halloween event Who: Children in grades K–6 and their families When: Saturday, October 24, 11 AM to 1 PM Where: Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa St., Joliet Cost: Free Register:&nbsp;<a href="https://tinyurl.com/4x6kdawk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tinyurl.com/4x6kdawk</a>











STEAM Spooktacular is made possible by corporate sponsors, including Old National Bank, D'Arcy Motors, and Exxon, plus community partners like the Joliet Area Historical Museum, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Will &amp; Grundy Counties, Prestige Athletic Club, Plainfield School of Rock, and Act Now, along with our dedicated volunteers.

Local Event: Free Halloween Fun for Kids at Joliet Area Historical Museum Oct. 24

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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.

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Medicare Workshop: Important Changes for 2027 at the Timbers

VFW Post 9545

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 Tuesday Night is Bingo Night in the Hall at New Lenox VFW Post 9545, and&nbsp;THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!!!
*$100 Bingo prizes when there are 81 or more players **$500 Coverall when there are 121 or more players
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 $4,335 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 $10,784
Kaboom - $8,809&nbsp; Weekly Vets Raffle: 4 Winners Drawn this week!! 
1 White Strip $5
3 White Strips $10&nbsp;
7 White Strips $20
Winner #1-&nbsp;$100 Berkots Card from Old Plank Trail Bank, New Lenox.
Winner #2- $50 Card from Italian Fiesta Pizza, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $60 Cash from Ms. Dona, 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; &nbsp; &nbsp;Winner #3- $50 Card from Ranch Frostie,&nbsp;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; $50 (Product) Grounded Coffee, 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;Winner #4- $25 Product from Crumbl Cookie, New Lenox.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;$25 card from Gost Coffee, 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;Bring&nbsp;your friends: more players, more significant prizes. The number of games sold determines Bingo Payouts. 
The minimum cost to play is $12
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 $3.50 (5-bottle Domestic Buckets are $14) 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

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New Lenox

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Anniversary Sale! 10 days to save, all dealers on sale! 10-50% off everything! Raffle prizes including gift certificates! Come out and explore over 10,000 square feet of treasures and 70+ dealers! October 9-October 18.

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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.

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Annual Meatloaf Dinner

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Finders Flea

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;On
Saturday October 10th
Finders Flea in Mazon will host Junk in the Trunk Morris, giving the
shopper, collector, picker
or bargain-hunter a truly unique experience. Select
items outdoors from our independent vendors, then go inside the 8000
square foot
sales
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 the
market closes at
4PM. Finders
Flea is located at 503 Grundy St. in Mazon, and is easily found by
following the signs from the corner of Rt. 47
and
Grand Ridge Rd. Vendor opportunities exist as well. If
you would like to setup and sell in Mazon on
Saturday October
10th,
it is not too late. 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. 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.
Junk in the Trunk Morris is
a charitable fundraiser, with proceeds from vendor
fees collected in Mazon
benefiting the Mazon American Legion.

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Junk in the Trunk at Finders Flea Mart

     On
Saturday October 10th
Finders Flea in Mazon will host Junk in the Trunk Morris, giving the
shopper, collector,...

Carillon Clubhouse

Start your holiday shopping early with a fantastic selection of all handcrafted items at the Carillon Clubhouse. Enjoy a bake sale and hot dog lunch while you browse, featuring free admission and free parking for the public. Please note that guests must be 18 years or older to enter the clubhouse.

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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

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

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Joliet Junior College Event Center

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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!

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