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February 21, 2024
Welcome to our monthly Member News! Take a moment and scroll through to check out participating Chamber Members' events, deals, and announcements. This email blast is 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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Crisis Center for South Suburbia | |
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Saturday, February 24th | 6 PM | Odyssey Country Club
A sophisticated Gala event with a formal dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles, interactive activities, and live entertainment. There are also storytelling moments to enhance guest's understanding of domestic violence, free services offered by the Crisis Center, and the effects DV has on our clients and their children. The gala will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the Odyssey Country Club. Festivities kick off with a cocktail reception starting at 6 p.m. To purchase tickets and bid on items, go to SpainGala.givesmart.com. For information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lisa at lmolloy@crisisctr.org or call 708-429-7255 ext. 142.
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Frankfort Public Library | |
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From Jan. 1st to Feb. 24th
Get lost in a good book and explore something new this winter! We are playing a game of BINGO using our Beanstack reading software. Read books or attend programs to unlock badges on the BINGO board. Three (3) badges in a row (vertical, horizontal or diagonal) wins! Patrons who get BINGO will get a a choice of prize, a free cake slice from Portillo's, and a raffle ticket.
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Mar. 1st to 24th
Donate a 5"x5" crocheted granny square of any pattern or color, to be added to our Community-Made Granny Square Afghan. Donations may be dropped off at the Adult Services Desk where you will receive raffle ticket(s) for each square you donate. Please Note: Granny squares must be made and kept in an allergy-friendly environment (smoke and dander free). We will make every effort to include all the donations in the Afghan.
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Tuesday, March 5th | 7 - 8 PM | 21119 S Pfeiffer Rd., Frankfort, IL 60423
Join Citizens Utility Board (CUB) for a free presentation about internet privacy and reducing robocalls. During this presentation, a CUB representative will discuss: 1) how to keep yourself safe online and over the phone to avoid costly scams; 2) call-blocking services and what they mean for your pocket; and 3) new federal legislation to reduce robocalls.
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Saturday, March 24th | 2 - 3:30 PM | 21119 S Pfeiffer Rd., Frankfort, IL 60423
Our 2024 Earth Awareness Fair brings together organizations and individuals to showcase and encourage Earth stewardship, resilience, sustainability, and community. "What should I do?" is the most common question from those who want to contribute. Visit our fair to discover how you can lend your skills and passion to support local organizations dedicated to promoting a healthy environment for all of Earth's inhabitants. We are hosting 11 area organizations, with more to come!
View our event calendar and register here or call 815-534-6173.
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Huntington Learning Center Mokena | |
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Mention "Cure to Cancer" during your practice SAT or ACT and HLC Mokena will make a $50 donation on your behalf to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! Once enrolled, we will make an additional $50 donation! Together, we CAN conquer cancer!
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Home Office & Personal Shredding Appointments in Mokena - Wednesdays, January 31st, February 14th & 28th, March 13th & 27th | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Appointments Required - 708-388-0011
Protect against identity theft by safely shredding your confidential documents with Shark Shredding. Shark Shredding hosts on-site shredding services on select days at their Mokena facility. Bring a bag of food to donate during your Shop Shred Visit and receive $5.00 Off.
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Lincoln-Way East Music Boosters | |
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March 1st & 8th | 5 - 8 PM | Lincoln-Way East Highschool
Looking for a fun evening with tasty food and great music? Join us for the annual LWE music department Fish Fry's from 5-8 pm on Feb 16, and Mar 1 & 8. Guests enjoy not only a fresh, hot fried fish meal with fries or potato, coleslaw, bread, cookie, and a drink, but also have the opportunity to listen to performances by talented high school musicians. Depending on the night, there may be jazz bands, vocalists, orchestra, guitar performances, and/or a sneak preview of the spring musical: The Phantom of the Opera. Tickets are $15, seniors (65+) are $12, and children (grilled cheese only) $6.
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Student Government Day
Monday, March 18th
Eighth grade students from Hickory Creek Middle School participate in the Village of Frankfort's annual Student Government Day.
The full day of activities begins with an overview of the Village at the Village of Administration Building, followed by visits to the Fire District, Police Station, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the Utilities/Public Works Facility.
During a luncheon at Aurelio's, students are given the opportunity to speak with their village counterparts about the responsibilities and issues of concern.
The day concludes with a "mock" village board meeting with all student government representatives in their appropriate role.
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Will County Center for Economic Development | |
Empowering Your Workforce Workshop
March 20th | 7:30 AM | Joliet Junior College T Building / T-1000 1215 Houbolt Rd, Joliet, IL 60431
Join us for an insightful discussion on how technology can be harnessed to bridge workforce gaps and ensure a skilled workforce for the future. Click HERE for more information.
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Spring Craft Show
Saturday, March 2nd | 9 AM - 3 PM | Founders Community Center - 140 Oak St.
Easter decorations, note cards / tags, doll clothes, blankets, hair accessories, handmade candles, scarves, ceramics, handmade jewelry, Tastefully Simple, Avon, Origami Owl, Tupperware, Mary Kay, and much more!
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Donuts with the Bunny
Saturday, March 23rd | 10:00 - 10:45 AM, 10:45 - 11:30 AM, & 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Founders Community Center - 140 Oak St.
All Ages
$9/NR $14 per child
Join Peter Cottontail for some crafts, holiday games, donuts, an egg hunt, and a special photo opportunity with the Bunny! Remember to bring your cameras and your Easter baskets.
Registration Deadline: March 15 or until filled
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Super Dog Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 23rd | 1:30 PM | Bark Park at Commissioners Park, 80th Ave. & Sauk Trail, northwest corner of Commissioners Park
FREE
Egg hunting has gone to the dogs! Dash around the Bark Park at Commissioners Park with your dog collecting treat-filled eggs and help your dog sniff out the special egg to win a prize. After the hunt, visit our dog-friendly vendors and get your photo with Peter Cottontail. Families and all friendly dogs are welcome at this free, on-leash event. An adult should accompany dog owners under the age of 16.
The gate will open at 1:20 pm. Hunt will start at approximately 1:30 pm.
Weather Location: Founders Community Center
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Thursday, February 22nd | 6:30 - 8 PM | $22.22
Join Kierstin Wnek, for a New Moon Ceremony focused on Planting Seeds of Self-love. She will guide you through a new moon ceremony, a time of manifesting and attracting. Followed by a singing bowl meditation, breath-work, chanting, reiki, and a Shamanic Ascension Journey!
Register: https://square.link/u/jPMxb4se
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Friday, February 23rd | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | $22
The Snow Moon is pushing you to be productive while prioritizing what's important, said Thomas. It's time to level-up and positive change is on the horizon.
Enjoy healing frequencies from Singing Bowls, rattles, drums, flutes, gongs & more. We will embark on a Full Moon Ceremony & meditation as the beautiful sounds wrapping you up allowing you to release what no longer serves you!
Register: https://checkout.square.site/buy/BVHUBKOMAYQ7JXRQWGCWGXCR
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Saturday, March 2nd | 10 AM - 12 PM | $25
Dana Massat, Founder of Wholistic Wellness along with Laura Roeper Founder of Spirit Align are collaborating! Laura’s passions are Art and Empowering Women; paired with Dana’s passion of helping people align with their Highest Timeline; they created a workshop that includes all these elements!
During this workshop we will:
*Embark on a Visionary & Sound Shamanic Ascension Journey
*Explore your past, present & future self.
*Create 3 Oracle Cards (past, present, future)
*Share, connect & build community!
*Activate your Inner Bad Ass self!!
Register: https://checkout.square.site/buy/JXAY7U3TXQVT4NMJ42GIE4IL
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Kiwanis Club of Frankfort | |
Kiwanis Games - Seeking Sponsors!
Saturday, March 23rd | 9 am - 12:30 pm | Lincolnway Special Recreation Center
Kiwanis Club of Frankfort will be hosting the Kiwanis Games, focused on events for the intellectually challenged, ages 18-55. The event will be held on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 from 9-12:30 PM at the Lincolnway Special Recreation Center.
Door prizes and sponsorships are welcomed. Donations may be mailed to Kiwanis Club of Frankfort, P.O. Box 875, Frankfort, IL 60423, or by clicking HERE
For questions or additional information please contact Linda Winkleman at lwinkleman@comcast.net
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Spring Work Day
Saturday, April 20th | 8:30 - 11:30 AM | 8122 W Sauk Trail, Frankfort, IL 60423
Clean-up activities include setting the shelters up for summer camp, clearing leaves and sticks from around the buildings and cabins, weeding the landscaped beds and pond, and getting the sport fields and Adventure Zone ready for the summer. Those interested can register through our website, manitoqua.org by clicking on “Spring Work Day” from the home page.
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