Crete Area Chamber of Commerce Highlights
Crete Area Chamber of Commerce holds their monthly meetings at 6:30 p.m., on the second Wednesday of each month, at the library. Here’s what’s happening in Crete…
April 18: Free Google Business Workshop, in conjunction with the Chicago Southland Chamber, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Members/non-members; Bring personal digital device. Register with QR code on flyer.
April 29: Kick-off planning meeting for Crete Country Christmas; 6 p.m., Crete Township Hall.
April 29: Pickleball Leagues begin; Contact Crete Park District to register.
May 14: Crete Township Board, special meeting, 7 p.m., at the Sertoma Star building, 25930 S. Cottage Grove, to consider acquiring the building.
May 27: Memorial Day Service at 11 a.m., Crete Park, with parade at noon.
Mondays, June – August: Farmers Market and Cruise Nights, 4 – 8 p.m., downtown Crete and Crete United Methodist Church parking lot, begins June 3.
June 14-15: Garage Sale Days, with applications available at Old Plank Trail Bank, Crete Library, or village hall.
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‘Who Do You Ride 4?’ Cancer Run
Spread the loveArea residents are invited to join the 23rd Ride 4 Life Cancer Run on Saturday, June 1, beginning at the Manteno Sportsmen’s Club. The run will be held rain or shine, with registration ($20) from 10 a.m. to noon. In addition to the run, there will be a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, a…
District 201-U Hosts First Safety Symposium
Spread the loveCrete-Monee School District 201-U hosted its first Safety Symposium on May 3, at Crete-Monee High School. Administrators, educators, and staff from Chicagoland school districts were invited to participate in a day of interactive panel presentations from District 201-U staff, aimed at equipping teams with essential knowledge and tools to address a variety of…
KCHD Investigating Outbreak of Salmonella
Spread the loveThe Kankakee County Health Department (KCHD) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella, a bacteria that is a common cause of food poisoning. As of May 14, KCHD has identified eight individuals with Salmonella infections who ate prepared food from Cracker Barrel, 50 Ken Hayes Drive, in…
C-MHS Holds Annual Scholarship Night
Spread the loveCrete-Monee High School held its annual Scholarship Night on May 9, honoring the outstanding achievements of graduating seniors and the generous support of local businesses and organizations. The event highlighted the dedication and hard work of these students, who received scholarships for college and trade school to support their educational aspirations. The Class…
Franciscan Health Diabetes Prevention Program Scheduled for Munster
Spread the loveFranciscan Health is offering pre-diabetic patients the opportunity to help prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes with its year-long Diabetes Prevention Program. Franciscan Health’s 12-month Diabetes Prevention Program follows guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that have proven to prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes is one of…
Crete Library News
Spread the loveThursday, May 23 Film Club, from 5:30 – 8 p.m., adults: Enjoy watching “Three Thousand Years of Longing,” on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop in. Friday, May 24 Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages. Watch “Transformers” (rated PG-13). Drop in.…
Rev-Up Summer at Tractor Discovery Day!
Spread the loveGet ready for an exciting journey into America’s farming past at Tractor Discovery Day, on June 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Tractor Supply Co., 2161 E Laraway Road in New Lenox. Join the Will County Threshermen’s Association (WCTA) for a fascinating exploration of vintage tractors that will ignite your passion…
Will County – Sharefest Hosting Free Food Giveaway May 25
Spread the loveWill County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and ShareFest Will County will host a free food giveaway event on Saturday, May 25, from 9 a.m. until noon, or while supplies last, at the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet. “This event is open to anyone in need of assistance with fresh food…
Low Mow May Not a Buzz, Yet
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Low Mow May seems to be gathering support in some towns, but it isn’t creating a buzz yet in Eastern Will County. Also known as No Mow May, Low Mow Spring, Low Mow till Mother’s Day, the idea is to refrain from mowing lawns and fields in May to allow…
‘Catch the Twain’ Mark Twain Performance, May 19
Spread the loveWarren Brown, a former Park Forest resident, will portray Mark Twain in his award-winning Chautauqua-style program, “Catch the Twain” for the Park Forest Historical Society, on Sunday, May 19, at 2:30 p.m., in Park Forest Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. The meeting also will include an Ice Cream Social to thank members, donors,…
Rep. Haas Honors Hoppy Pig as May Local Business Spotlight
Spread the loveFor the May local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Hoppy Pig in Bradley. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owners with a certificate of appreciation for their contributions to the community. “For my May local business spotlight, I am honored to recognize Hoppy Pig in Bradley for…
Local Farmers Markets
Spread the loveTo help our readers, here are some Farmers Markets that are or will soon be available for your shopping convenience. If you know of a particularly good one that we’ve not listed, please feel free to email “The Vedette,” at newsdesk@thevedette.com, so we can add it to our weekly list. Happy shopping! •Beecher:…
34th Annual Rhubarb Festival May 19
Spread the loveThe Kankakee County Museum at Small Memorial Park, 801 S. Eighth Avenue in Kankakee, will host their 34th annual Rhubarb Festival on Sunday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s festivities include a wide variety of vendors, a dime toss, kids’ zone, pie-eating contest, live entertainment, plus tours of the…
Crete Library News
Spread the loveThursday, May 16 Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join us to socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other needlework project. Drop in. Friday, May 17 Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Watch “Mrs. Doubtfire” (rated PG-13). Drop in. Saturday, May 18…