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My Ancestor – Will County’s Remarkable Louisa Folk
By Bill Carey I live in Tennessee and make my living as a writer and educator. Like many Americans, I had spare time during the pandemic and dug up my family tree. In the process, I made discoveries that may be of interest to some people in Will County. My grandmother Kathleen Collins Franson, who…
Crete Public Library News
Thursday, May 5 Knot Just for Knitters, from 1-2 p.m., adults; Share camaraderie while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Drop-in. Monday, May 9 CPLD Book Discussion Group, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., adults; Join us to discuss Transcription, by Kate Atkinson. Drop-in. Tuesday, May 10 Help for Job Seekers, from 1…
Special Olympics Bingo Fundraiser June 1
Residents are encouraged to purchase tickets now for the Special Olympics Bingo Crete Police Department/Smokey Jo’s fundraiser on Wednesday, June 1, from 6 – 9 p.m., at Smokey Jo’s, 475 W. Burville Road, Crete. Tickets will be available at the police department for $25, with limited seating available. Featured in the fun night are 10…
Local Church Responds to Ukrainian Conflict
This week, Peotone United Methodist Church donated $20,000 to the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR): International Disaster Response for Ukraine, from the “A. Louise Sylvester Account.” UMCOR is a well-established arm of the United Methodist Church, which provides humanitarian relief for people impacted by war, disease outbreaks, famines, and natural disasters, such as floods,…
Crete Library News
Thursday, April 28 Film Club, from 5:30-8 p.m., adults; This month’s film is “Hail Caesar!” Come enjoy a unique cinematic event on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop-in. Monday, May 2 Adult Writing Group, from 6:30-8 p.m., on Zoom, adults; Join novice and experienced writers alike and…
Monee Township Blood Drive, May 4
Residents are encouraged to give the gift of life at Monee Township’s Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 4, from 3 – 7 p.m., at the Monee Township Building, 26121 Egyptian Trail, Monee. To make an appointment, call 1-800-7TO-GIVE or visit www.versiti.org. Please drink extra water and eat a healthy meal prior to donating. A photo…
Centenarians Celebrated on 100th Day at Village Woods
Sunday, April 10, was the 100th day of the year. To celebrate the occasion, Village Woods honored three residents, who are either centenarians or will be soon. Marcella will reach the century mark this summer, Florence turned 100 last spring, and Dolly has reached 104! Congratulations, ladies – you’re an inspiration to us all!
C-MHS Announces Third Quarter Honor Rolls
Crete-Monee High School recently announced students named to its third quarter honor rolls. Congratulations to the following students! High Honor Roll Seniors: Kanyia Alexander, Ryan Allen, Izabella Angulo, Riley Armellino, Amari Bell, Kelcee Berkley, Jayda Bowen, Kylah Bradley, Anthony Bravo, Trinity Bray, Micaiah Brown, Nina Brown, Meagan Bruns, Mackenzie Burnett, Frances Calzonzi, Xavier Clairdy Langer,…
Crete Area Chamber March Meeting Highlights
Crete Area Chamber of Commerce met Wednesday, March 9, with nine members present, plus one attending via Zoom. After routine business, members were encouraged to renew their memberships, as approximately half have done so. In other discussion: A new brochure is being created at an 11-cent per copy savings over last year; Janel Geary approved…
Crete Library News
Thursday, April 21 Based on the Book: The Bad Guys Kit for children, grades K-five; Register to reserve kit. Preschool Art Play: Kit for children ages four/five years; Register to reserve kit. Knot Just for Knitters, from 6-7:30 p.m., adults and teens; Share camaraderie while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework. Drop-in.…
Local Students Sign Letter of Intent
Doug Ternik, athletic director at Providence Catholic High School, announced six more student athletes will continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. “As always, we are extremely proud of these athletes. They are academically accomplished students, who are leaders in the classroom and in their respective sports. We wish all of them the very…
Register for Ruck March 2022
Adopt-a-Soldier reminds community members there’s still time to register for Ruck March 2022, Memorial Day Weekend, on Sunday, May 29, with two options for participation. Registered participants may walk the full 22K and travel in a group from Walmart in Bourbonnais to the Will County Fairgrounds, with sign-in at 6:30 a.m. and step-off at 7…
Magnet School Honors Coretta Scott King
Coretta Scott King Magnet School event honors the legacy of author, activist, and civil rights leader Coretta Scott King. On April 27, students at Coretta Scott King Magnet School will honor the legacy of its namesake – author, activist, and civil rights leader Coretta Scott King. The day will feature many activities, beginning with a…
‘It’s Spring at the Museum’
Exhibit at 1950s Park Forest House Museum The 1950s Park Forest House Museum, 227 Monee Road (inside St. Mary’s Catholic Church), Park Forest, invites residents to “It’s Spring at the Museum” exhibit, through April 30. The museum is open Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., with other times by appointment. One room represents…
Crete Library News
Thursday, April 14 Preschool Art Play Kit, for children ages four/five; Register to reserve a kit. Anime Club, featuring anime screenings, from 3-4:30 p.m., for ages 11-18; Snacks and bottled water provided, with registration requested. New Computer Buying Guide, from 6-7 p.m., adults; Learn the different options available when purchasing a new desktop or laptop.…
