The University of St. Francis (USF) is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, October 3, from 1 to 6 p.m., in the Assembly Hall Gymnasium at USF’s St. Clare Campus, 1550 Plainfield Road in Joliet. The drive is open to the community. For an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter […]
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It’s Halloween at the House Museum
From September 16 – November 4, vintage Halloween decorations are on display in the 1950s Park Forest House Museum, located at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 227 Monee Road. The museum is open Wednesday and Saturday, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., or at other times by appointment. Display items include Gurley Halloween candles, die-cut decorations, and […]
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Rotary Hosting FlannelFest October 7
The Rotary Club of Bradley-Bourbonnais is hosting a FlannelFest fundraiser on October 7, at Splitting Targets on West Avenue in Kankakee. Along with throwing axes, participants will receive one free drink from the bar, as well as being able to sample all the chili at the local Fire Departments Chili Cook-off. Tickets are $30 and […]
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Fall Art/Craft Stroll September 23
The Community Arts Council of Kankakee County will host the 2023 Fall Art and Craft Stroll on Saturday, September 23, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Bourbonnais’ Perry Farm, in conjunction with the Bourbonnais Township Park District’s Annual Scarecrow Festival. Parking, admission, and entertainment are free. Artist and crafter booths will be set up […]
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Will County Hosting Waste Tire Collection Event
The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host several recycling events in September, with one in conjunction with the Will County Fairground Association. A Waste Tire Collection Event is scheduled for Saturday, September 16, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Will County Fairgrounds, 710 S. West Street, in Peotone. Only […]
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Riverside Healthcare Celebrates Primary Care Month in September
Riverside Healthcare is proud to celebrate Primary Care Month this September. As a leading healthcare provider in the region, Riverside recognizes the vital role primary care plays in promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of our community. Primary Care Month serves as an annual reminder of the importance of keeping up with your health, […]
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GSU: The Knowledge Exchange
Greetings from The Knowledge Exchange! The fall session of lifelong learning courses begins on Friday, September 15! Thank you to those who have already registered. Courses, which will be offered in-person, hybrid or virtually via Zoom, include: Lunch and Learn free presentations are back! Mark your calendars for these events: Register by phone at 708-534-4393, […]
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‘Grandparents Day’ in Romeoville September 13
A “Grandparents Day” will be held for Will County seniors on Wednesday, September 13, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Romeoville Athletic and Event Center, 55 Phelps Avenue in Romeoville. The event is hosted as a collaboration between the Village of Romeoville, Senior Services of Will County, State Rep. Natalie Manley, Will County Executive […]
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R.P. Lumber Receives Retail Beacon Award
Proof positive investing in people and partnerships is key to success. R.P. Lumber Co. was honored as a Beacon Award winner during the Beacon Awards banquet held Friday, August 18. The Beacon Awards are a premier national industry awards program developed by “The Hardware Connection” magazine and The Hardware Conference to recognize the “best of […]
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Business Owners Invited to Free Illinois Business Enterprise
State program helps businesses connect with procurement opportunities. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, the Will County Center for Economic Development (CED), and the State of Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion invites business owners to attend a free in-person workshop to learn about the Illinois Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and local resources. The workshop will […]