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Peotone Library News

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Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436.

National Library Week begins on Sunday, April 23 – come celebrate with us!

Youth Services

April 20: Middle School Book Talk, Thursday, at 5 p.m.

April 25: Bookworm Buddies, Tuesday, at 10:30 a.m., ages three to five years.

April 26: Little Learners Storytime, Wednesday, at 10:30 a.m., ages zero-three.

April 27: In the Kitchen with Ms. Sarah, online, Thursday, at 5 p.m.

Adult Services

April 21: Respond Now – SNAP and Medicaid Assistance Event, Friday, from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

April 24: Adult Puzzle Swap, Monday, from 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

April 25: Girl Talk Book Discussion, Tuesday, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

April 25: Secrets of the Puzzle Master – A Conversation with Will Shortz, online, Tuesday, at 7 p.m.

April 26: Computer Basics One-on-One, Wednesday, from 11-11:30 a.m. A staff member will devote 30-minute time slots to help with computer needs, including computer basics, setting up an email account and sending attachments, creating resumes, learning how to use the Internet or a word document – you decide. Call to reserve a time slot.


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Alice Tysse recently graduated cum laude from ONU. –Photo submitted.

Alice Tysse Graduates Cum Laude from ONU

Alice Tysse graduated cum laude with two Bachelor of Science Degrees from Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, at the school's...
Warren Brown will portray Mark Twain on May 19 in Park Forest. –Photo submitted.

‘Catch the Twain’ Mark Twain Performance, May 19

Warren Brown, a former Park Forest resident, will portray Mark Twain in his award-winning Chautauqua-style program, “Catch the Twain” for...
Manteno High School Students lined the entrance of the high school on Monday morning to show their appreciation for the teachers at the beginning of Teacher Appreciation Week. Many were holding signs and teacher faces and encouraged people to honk as they drove by. Photo by Dan Gerber.

Manteno Appreciates Its Teachers

Manteno High School Students lined the entrance of the high school on Monday morning to show...
Hoppy Pig in Bradley recently was recognized by Rep. Haas as her May Local Business Spotlight. –Photo submitted. 

Rep. Haas Honors Hoppy Pig as May Local Business Spotlight

For the May local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Hoppy Pig in Bradley. Rep. Haas spent time touring...
Former Illinois State Police trooper who pleaded guilty in relation to deadly crash postpones hearing

Monee Police Blotter: April 29 – May 4

On April 29, at approximately 5:12 p.m., a traffic stop resulted in the arrest of Marcellus Bearden, 55, of Chicago,...
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Local Farmers Markets

To help our readers, here are some Farmers Markets that are or will soon be available for your shopping convenience....
Former Illinois State Police trooper who pleaded guilty in relation to deadly crash postpones hearing

Peotone Police Blotter: May 4-8

May 4, a Peotone Officer was requested to respond to Gyro Loco for a report of a hit-and-run property damage...
Former Illinois State Police trooper who pleaded guilty in relation to deadly crash postpones hearing

Beecher Police Blotter: April 19

Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of...
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Beecher Community Library News

Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. Through May 30, visit the library to view its gallery...
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Bobcat Baseball 4-1 for Week

Monday, May 6, the Beecher Bobcat baseball team began their week with a 15-3 victory over Gardner-South Wilmington. With a...
Panther continue their quest for wins. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Lady Panthers Squeak Past Coalers, 2-1

By Jim Piacentini On Monday, May 6, the Manteno Lady Panthers had a fight on their hands with the Coal...
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34th Annual Rhubarb Festival May 19

The Kankakee County Museum at Small Memorial Park, 801 S. Eighth Avenue in Kankakee, will host their 34th annual Rhubarb...
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Crete Library News

Thursday, May 16 Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 - 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join us to socialize while working...
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Bike Safety Rodeo June 1

Rain or shine, the Beecher Police Department will host it annual free Bike Safety Rodeo for children 13 years and...
Third graders stop by with a check for Helping Hands. Photo courtesy Helping Hands Food Pantry.

PES Competition Once Again Raises Big Money For Helping Hands

Peotone Elementary School knows how to throw a fundraiser. From the thousands of cereal boxes to the hundreds of bags...

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Former Illinois State Police trooper who pleaded guilty in relation to deadly crash postpones hearing
Monee Police Blotter: May 6 – 10
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Frankfort Mayor, Silver Cross Interim President/CEO Join Children’s Advocacy Center Board
Children had a wonderful time last year at Christ Community Church's VBS. –Photo submitted.
CCC Hosting Evening VBS July 15-18
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Donate Music Items to Support WCSF-FM’s Mega Music Rummage Sale
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Register Now for Peotone Boys Summer Basketball Camp
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