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January 18th, 2023
Welcome to our first monthly Member News! Take a moment and scroll through to check out participating Chamber Members' events, deals, and announcements. This email blast will be sent out on the third Wednesday of each month. Have something you would like to share? Contact us and include it in next month's edition!
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SPG Green Garden Country Club | |
Ribbon Cutting & Reception for the Golf Dome
Thursday, January 19th | 3 PM - 5 PM
Join us as we celebrate the grand reopening of the Green Garden Golf Dome. The ribbon cutting will be held at Green Garden Country Club, 9511 W. Manhattan-Monee Rd., Frankfort. Come out and enjoy some refreshments while you work on your golf swing!
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Sensory Friendly Showing of Smallfoot
Saturday, January 21st | Showtimes Vary by Location
This sensory friendly program makes going to the movies a more enjoyable and accessible experience for families, children, and teens with sensory needs. What does Sensory Friendly mean?
First, it means brighter house lights and lower volume.*Note: there are no modifications made to the film. Second, audience interaction (movement, speaking, singing) and electronic device (phone, tablet, etc.) usage are allowed. Third, guests are welcome to bring a safe snack for any food allergies or food avoidance/restrictions.
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Blood Drive
Wednesday, January 25th | 2 PM - 7 PM
After a severe drop in blood donations, a national blood shortage emergency has been declared. Every day more than 10,000 patients rely on the generosity of blood donors to survive; just one blood donation can save up to 3 lives. Pre-registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. More Info
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Art Market
Saturday, January 28th | 10 AM - 4 PM
Stop by the Friends of the Frankfort Library Art Market and shop the booths of locally-made, hand-crafted unique items. More Info
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Tai Chi
Tuesday, January 31st | 7 PM - 8 PM
Join Certified Tai Chi Master Instructor Allison Deputy of MoonWillow Tai Chi as she works you head to toe with gentle breathing and stretching, then progressing to traditional movements from the Yang Style Tai Chi & Qigong disciplines. This is a virtual, live Tai Chi class. Registration required. More Info
View our event calendar and register here or call 815-534-6173.
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Frankfort Restaurant Association | |
Frankfort Restaurant Week
Friday, February 3rd through Sunday, February 12th
The second annual Frankfort Restaurant Week will be held this February 3-12, 2023! Participating restaurants will be offering special menus, awesome deals, fun giveaways and much more! If you are a local restaurant owner and wish to participate, please contact the Frankfort Restaurant Association at contact@frankfortRA.com. Be sure to follow the FRA on Facebook and Instagram for amazing giveaways and updates!
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2023 Fire & Ice Winter Social
Saturday, February 4th | 12 PM - 3 PM
The Fire & Ice Winter Social will feature a live ice carving demo and family-friendly ice games! We will bring the heat with a toasty bonfire, smores, hot chocolate, and chili! Taste and vote for your favorite chili prepared by Frankfort restaurants and residents. Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place finishers in each category (Amateur and Restaurant). Chili tasting will begin promptly at noon and end at 2:30 PM or when chili runs out, whichever comes first.
2023 Entry Forms and Rules
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2023 Dinner Gala & Auction Celebration
Saturday, February 11th | 6 PM - 11 PM
The Lincoln-Way Foundation invites the community to attend & celebrate the “Love of Lincoln-Way” at the Odyssey Venue on February 11, 2023. This fun night will include food, refreshments, auctions, raffles & DJ for dancing! Proceeds will be used for scholarships, classroom enhancements as well as library improvements at all three schools. The Foundation is also seeking quality auction items to be donated by 1/30/23. Register to attend & make bids, whether in-person or remotely, via the event link at https://lwef2023.givesmart.com or call Bob Kennedy for seating /donation assistance at 815-462-2976. Additional info about the Foundation can be found at www.lw210foundation.org .
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Crisis Center for South Suburbia | |
Passport to Adventure: England, A Royal Ball
Saturday, February 25th
A sophisticated event held at the Odyssey Country Club on Saturday, February 25, with a formal dinner, live and silent auctions, Fund-A-Need paddle raise, mobile bidding raffles, interactive fun and live entertainment. There are also award presentations and storytelling moments to enhance our guest's understanding of domestic violence, services offered by the Crisis Center, and the effects domestic violence has on our clients and their children. For more info go to RoyalBall.givesmart.com or email Lisa Molloy at LMolloy@CrisisCtr.org.
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Daddy/Daughter Dance
Friday, February 3rd or Saturday, February 4th | 6 PM - 8 PM
Founders Community Center Gym, 140 Oak Street, Frankfort. All Ages, $15/NR $20 per person. Join us for a special evening with your little girl at our annual Daddy/Daughter Dance. Dance with your favorite little girl and make memories to last forever. Light refreshments will be served along with entertainment courtesy of a live DJ. To capture your evening together, a professional photographer will be available to take formal pictures at an additional charge. Register early, this event fills up quickly. Pre-registration is required, NO TICKETS will be sold at the door. Registration Deadline: January 28 or until filled.
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Senior Valentine Luncheon
Friday, February 10th | 12 PM - 2 PM
Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street, Frankfort. 55 years & older, Fee is $5 per person. Cupid is calling and he is ready to start Valentine’s Day with you! Come enjoy live entertainment, catered lunch and dessert. You won’t want to miss this special day and remember to wear something red with your dancing shoes. Registration Deadline: February 7. Sponsored by: Clarendale Mokena.
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Puzzle Mania
Friday, February 17th | 6 PM - 9 PM
Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street, Frankfort. All Ages, $25 per team. Looking for a fun evening with your family or friends? Put together a team (all ages, up to 4 puzzle builders per team) and register for Puzzle Mania, a jigsaw puzzle tournament. Teams will race against each other to finish the same puzzle. Bring snacks and enjoy an evening working together to solve the puzzle. Prizes will be given to the winning team. Registration Deadline: February 10 or until filled .
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Spring Craft Show
Saturday, March 4th | 9 AM - 3 PM
Founders Community Center, 140 Oak Street. FREE Admission. Easter decorations, note cards / tags, doll clothes, blankets, hair accessories, handmade candles, scarves, ceramics, handmade jewelry, Tastefully Simple, Avon, Origami Owl, Tupperware, Color Street, Mary Kay, and much more! For additional information or booth availability, please contact the Frankfort Park District office at 815-469-9400 or visit our website at www.FrankfortParks.org to download an application.
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