The Bourbonnais Public Library is hosting a book sale on Wednesday, April 17, from 4 – 8 p.m.; Thursday, April 18, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; and Friday, April 19. from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Friday’s sale features a bag sale, with shoppers able to buy a bag of books for only $5. […]
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Manteno’s Veterans Home Hosting Volunteer Fair
Your help is needed! As part of National Volunteer Week, the Illinois Veterans Home at Manteno is inviting veteran service providers, community organizations, and individuals to a volunteer fair to learn more about volunteer opportunities, while enjoying refreshments from local food trucks. The fair will include volunteer representatives and volunteers to share their experiences at […]
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Family Tree Story/Craft Time with Kathy Gates
The Kankakee County Museum, 801 South Eighth Avenue in Kankakee, is excited to host this new opportunity featuring local children’s book author Kathy Gates, for an hour-long program that includes a book reading and keepsake activity. During the story and craft hour, children will learn the importance of one’s family tree and that each child […]
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KPL Hosting Amy Kemp Interview, Book Signing
Join us at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, as author Amy Kemp shares her new book, “I See You: A Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work,” in an interview with local business leader and long-time Kankakee resident JaHana Holloway. The event on Tuesday, […]
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Library Hosting Illinois Storm Chasers
Explore extreme weather with the Illinois Storm Chasers on Wednesday, April 3, at 6 p.m., at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street. This dynamic free presentation will cover storm chasing, severe weather, local climatology, past tornadic events, and preparedness. There also will be a Q&A session at the end. This team brings more […]
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Don’t Forget: COSMIC BINGO March 22
Clove Alliance’s COSMIC BINGO, for those 18 years and above, will be held Friday, March 22, at the Kankakee Fairgrounds Expo Center. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Individual tickets are $35 and include bingo cards, glow hat, and bingo dauber. Tickets can be purchased online at clovealliance.ticketleap.com but will […]
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Clove Alliance Unveils Plan Igniting Change, Enhancing Survivor Services
Clove Alliance, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing hope and healing to survivors of sexual violence, launched its new strategic plan recently. The plan sets ambitious goals and outlines strategies to enhance services, strengthen the organization’s workforce, and expand community outreach. Under the visionary leadership of Executive Director and CEO Tracey Noe Slach, Clove […]
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‘Brave, Bold, and Believed’ Art Show Holding Opening Night
Join Clove Alliance for the opening night of its fourth annual Brave, Bold, and Believed Art Show, as they celebrate and honor survivors’ journeys, as well as their efforts to end sexual violence. Opening night will be held on Thursday, April 4, from 4:30 -6:30 p.m., at the Kankakee County Museum. The evening features works […]
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Semi-Annual Craft Show at Veteran’s Home May 3-4
Mark your calendars now for the semi-annual Manteno Illinois Veterans’ Home Craft Show on Friday and Saturday, May 3 – 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Veterans Hall at the home. There will be craft and décor items for all seasons, patriotic, beach, and holiday items, wreaths, garden and yard décor, and so […]
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Riccardo Autorino, MD, PhD, Joins Riverside Urology Specialists
Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified urologist Riccardo Autorino, MD, PhD. Dr. Autorino brings more than 20 years of experience to Riverside’s team of urology specialists, who treat a variety of urologic conditions, including prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer, kidney and bladder stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and more. He completed his Doctor of Medicine […]