Expanded festivities, partner giveaways, cultural fun Organizers of the Christkindlmarket are excited to announce the return of this beloved holiday tradition for the 28th season at Daley Plaza in Chicago and its third year at RiverEdge Park in Aurora. Both admission-free markets will open on November 22, and feature a delightful array of vendors and […]
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Visit Chicago Southland Receives International Designation
Visit Chicago Southland was awarded the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) designation by Destinations International, in recognition of the organization’s commitment to industry excellence and meeting the industry standard for performance and accountability of destination organizations around the world. “We are delighted to welcome Visit Chicago Southland to our esteemed DMAP community,” stated Don Welsh, […]
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Real Smoke Flavor Elevates Classic Summer Grilling Dishes
(StatePoint) From patriotic holidays to park side barbecues to casual weeknight dinners, you can elevate your grilling game this summer with premium ingredients and some culinary inspiration. To help get started, Bear Mountain BBQ, maker of 100 percent all-natural hardwood pellets for pellet grills and smokers, has asked two of their favorite chefs to share […]
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Manteno Woman’s Club Meets, with Gourmet Mushroom Program
The Manteno Woman’s Club met on June 26 for a luncheon meeting at Manteno Sportsman’s Club. Approximately 36 members and guests enjoyed a presentation on Thrive Mushrooms, given by Nihat Kemal Tasyurek, whose family is from Turkey and owns the business. The gourmet mushroom farm, at 1283 S. Seventh Avenue in Kankakee, is popular at […]
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Farmers Market Updates
This week at the Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, July 23, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction with Classic Car Cruise Night; […]
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Farmers Markets
This week at the Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, July 13 and 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, July 23, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction with Classic Car […]
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Bastille Day Jazz Brunch Fundraiser July 14
Join us for this year’s Bastille Day Jazz Brunch fundraising celebration on Sunday, July 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Enjoy the French National Holiday with live music, raffles, delicious food, and a special presentation. Music by the Jazz Time Trio begins at 11 a.m., brunch provided by Rigo’s Place will be ready at […]
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Davis Returns to Momence for Jazz, Family Festival July 20
A free, fun event for the whole family is coming back to Momence this summer. The Jazz and Family Festival, headlined by Momence native Orbert Davis, is returning to Island Park on July 20. Attendees will enjoy children’s games, food trucks, and more at this free public event. Davis will be joined by Bobbi Wilsyn, […]
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Paisans Pizzeria has impressive grand opening in Oak Lawn
Local officials ecstatic about new restaurant By Joe Boyle The origins of Paisans Pizzeria were humble as immigrant Luigi Fejzuloski created the business in a small corner store in Cicero. He was making pizzas in 1985 out of a household kitchen. Soon after that, Luigi was joined by his son, Pete. They both responded to […]
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New Middle Eastern coffee shop opens next to Bridgeview courthouse
By Nuha Abdessalam Coffee connoisseurs take heart, Bridgeview Court Plaza’s newest addition, The Qahwa, is now open. Prepare to be captivated by a truly unique Middle Eastern coffee experience, nestled in the heart of Bridgeview’s “Little Palestine.” The Qahwa, with its one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern coffee blends and inviting atmosphere, is a haven for coffee enthusiasts […]