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VFW Post 9545

This week: "Are you Smarter Than A&nbsp;5th Grader&nbsp;Trivia Night!!" Come out and give it a try. There will be prizes to win, and Brain Busters will host. Bring your friends and have some “Friendly Competition!” Start time is 6:30 pm sharp. “Happy Hour” starts at 6 pm:&nbsp;
$4 Margaritas and $2 Domestic Bottles.
<h2>NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+</h2>

Local Event: NL VFW  Trivia Night Wednesday in the Bar "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+

NL VFW  Trivia Night Wednesday in the Bar "Are...

This week: "Are you Smarter Than A 5th Grader Trivia Night!!"  Come out and give it a try. There will be prizes to win, and...

NL VFW  Trivia Night Wednesday in the Bar "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+

Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Join us for an hour of prayer and reflection as we respond to Pope Leo’s call for peace.
We will pray for peace, for those on active duty, for veterans, and for the brave souls who gave their lives for freedom and peace.
All denominations are welcome. Fellowship will follow—everyone is invited.

Local Event: Holy Hour for Peace & Prayers for Active Military and Veterans

Holy Hour for Peace & Prayers for Active...

Join us for an hour of prayer and reflection as we respond to Pope Leo’s call for peace.
We will pray for peace, for those on...

Holy Hour for Peace & Prayers for Active Military and Veterans

St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church

Join us this weekend at our Gifts for Mom Spring Craft Fair! Mother's Day is fast approaching; get your mom something special this year. Below is information on our local vendors. Please call the Parish Office with any questions: (815) 609-8077.&nbsp;
Mary Me Studio ~ Catholic Jewelry &amp; Goods
Handmade Wooden Crafts by John Powers ~ Bowls, Pens, &amp; Wine Stoppers
Sharing Joy Bracelets ~ Bead Bracelets including Rosary Bracelets &amp; other Charms
Hand Made Crafts ~ Crocheted Mother's Day Cards &amp; More
Crochet by Heart ~ Handmade Crochet Jewelry
Felted Vines ~ Handmade Flowers, Floral Arrangements, &amp; More
Happy Crafting ~ Deco Mesh Wreaths &amp; Smashed Cans&nbsp;

Local Event: Craft Fair: Gifts for Mom

Craft Fair: Gifts for Mom

Join us this weekend at our Gifts for Mom Spring Craft Fair! Mother's Day is fast approaching; get your mom something special...

The Forge, 22 W. Cass St, Joliet, IL, 60432

The Forge - Joliet's Premier Venue for Live Music is hosting an ALL AGES show with KASHMIR - The LED Zeppelin Show on Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 pm! Get ready to witness the legendary sounds of LED Zeppelin for an unforgivable live performance! 

KASHMIR brings only the best of LED Zeppelin to their fans by recreating the experience of a 70's LED Zeppelin show. Utilizing authentic vintage stage gear, costumes, and special effects, KASHMIR reproduces LED Zeppelin dead on with great respect and admiration. "It's not about us, it's about LED Zeppelin".

Kashmir was formed in 2001, after lifelong area resident, musician and guitarist Frank Livingston decided to form a show based on substance and feel. KASHMIR performs LED Zeppelin's entire catalog including LED Zeppelin's classic movie, “The Song Remains The Same”.

Don't miss KASHMIR - The LED Zeppelin Show at The Forge for an Unforgettable Live Performance!!!

Local Event: KASHMIR - The LED Zeppelin Show RETURNS to The Forge

KASHMIR - The LED Zeppelin Show RETURNS to The...

The Forge - Joliet's Premier Venue for Live Music is hosting an ALL AGES show with KASHMIR - The LED Zeppelin Show on Saturday,...

KASHMIR - The LED Zeppelin Show RETURNS to The Forge

Parks Place, 102 S. IL Rt.53-Gardner, IL (A block east of I-55, Exit #227)

Rt.
66 defined an important era in America's history, and it lives on
today. On Sunday May 3rd come celebrate the 100th anniversary of the
Mother Road with Junk in
the Trunk Morris at our
Gardner location. Our
outdoor flea market will be open from 9AM until 3PM
at Parks
Place, 102 S. Rt. 53, a
block east of I-55 (Gardner Exit #227). Parks Place was
once a Standard Oil Filling Station located on Rt. 66, and
our May 3rd market
is part of Red Carpet Corridor 2026, featuring family
friendly events along Rt.
66 from Joliet to Towanda. New
vendors are always welcome, and
we do not require advance
reservations, so if
you would like to be a vendor in
Gardner for Red Carpet Corridor this
coming Sunday, or at
any of our upcoming markets in
Morris, Mazon
or Gardner, simply arrive
at 8AM, pay the $15 vendor fee and take an available spot. Proceeds
from vendor fees received
at this event will be
donated to the Grundy County Historical Society. For
additional information visit us on Facebook or contact event manager
George Bennett, 630-319-0289 or <a href="mailto:morrissale@yahoo.com">morrissale@yahoo.com</a>.

Local Event: Junk in the Trunk Morris in Gardner for Red Carpet Corridor

Junk in the Trunk Morris in Gardner for Red...


Rt.
66 defined an important era in America's history, and it lives on
today. On Sunday May 3rd come celebrate the 100th...

Junk in the Trunk Morris in Gardner for Red Carpet Corridor

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...

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<ul><li>15238 Vetel Court, Plainfield</li><li>Friday 5/01&nbsp; 8-4 --- Saturday 5/02&nbsp; 8-2</li><li>Dining set, couch/love seat, misc chairs, twin beds, etc., recumbant bike, collectibles, misc. tools, radial arm saw, misc household items.... too much to list.</li><li></ul>

Estate Sale

15238 Vetel Court, PlainfieldFriday 5/01  8-4 --- Saturday 5/02  8-2Dining set, couch/love seat, misc chairs, twin beds, etc., recumbant bike,...

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583090793623&amp;__cft__%5B0%5D=AZbacLItXB132WqgNeeuGrCTPZYWLgON1s90EWCJwriX8RIS4xyUFbKKfXH22K0dlQHr-LYt_ywmTXSZLQXrNSALca1ZDe_iXbtu8P829LqYDk8xOMPTljRLM1S7mu0pQgNKN2ooTzDQf3uwXKDS0lbE1HdoW_tnBro2EuWqKgvK696c3EXT_dwWdAiWfPLGCQg&amp;__tn__=-%5DK-R" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Boxes of Hope TFC</a>, a program of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/firehousechapel?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZbacLItXB132WqgNeeuGrCTPZYWLgON1s90EWCJwriX8RIS4xyUFbKKfXH22K0dlQHr-LYt_ywmTXSZLQXrNSALca1ZDe_iXbtu8P829LqYDk8xOMPTljRLM1S7mu0pQgNKN2ooTzDQf3uwXKDS0lbE1HdoW_tnBro2EuWqKgvK696c3EXT_dwWdAiWfPLGCQg&amp;__tn__=-%5DK-R" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Firehouse Chapel</a> in Orland Park, has been selected by Sterk Family Law Group, PC as the Non-Profit Hero of the Month.
Food insecurity affects many hard-working families. 
There are many children whose main meals are served at school. What happens to these children on weekends?&nbsp;
Boxes of Hope helps fill the gap by providing food boxes for students to take home!&nbsp;
 Through the help of volunteers, Boxes of Hope packs and delivers food boxes to local schools, where they are distributed anonymously to children in need. 
Each box is put together to cover a full weekend of meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for every child in the household. 
While the program primarily supports children facing food insecurity, Boxes of Hope has also stepped in to assist families during times of unexpected need, such as a family crisis, fire, or other emergency.&nbsp;
Boxes of Hope is an example of how simple acts, done consistently, can make a difference!
As this month's Non-Profit&nbsp;Hero award recipient, Sterk Family Law Group, PC&nbsp;presented Boxes of Hope with a generous donation to help them continue their good work and featured the organization on their popular Spotify podcast hosted by attorney and #1 legal book author, Gwendolyn Sterk. 
If you know a family who can benefit from Boxes of Hope, or if you are in a position to volunteer or donate to Boxes of Hope, please check out Gwen Sterk's interview with Alexis Rodriguez and Jason Riha as they share how Boxes of Hope works behind the scenes.
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11508 West 183rd Place NW
Orland Park, IL 60467
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Boxes of Hope, A Program of Firehouse Chapel,...

Boxes of Hope TFC, a program of the Firehouse Chapel in Orland Park, has been selected by Sterk Family Law Group, PC as the Non-Profit Hero of the...

Boxes of Hope, A Program of Firehouse Chapel, Honored as Non-Profit Hero of the Month

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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