Register for VBS
The Peotone Clergy Association is sponsoring Vacation Bible School at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Peotone June 19-23, from 9 a.m. until noon each day, and is for children entering first through sixth grades for the up-coming school year.
Registration forms are available at Peotone churches. Additional information also is available at Immanuel United Church of Christ, Wilton Center Federated Church, or St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.
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Cash Bash Packs it in for Post Prom
Spread the loveThe Saturday April 2nd Cash Bash Fundraiser was considered a huge success by event organizer Angela Grzeskowiak and volunteers. The packed Atrium of the Will County Fairgrounds brought hundreds of Peotone residents together to raise money for the Post Prom event that gives students something to do after Prom. Spread the love
Court Case Against Man Accused in Beecher Crash Ends in Mistrial
Spread the loveBy Stephen Nelson A lack of jury consensus in the reckless homicide trial of Orland Park resident Sean Wolfe, 30, resulted in a judge declaring a mistrial on Wednesday, March 30, in Will County Court in Joliet. Wolfe was charged in connection with a July 2017 crash near Beecher that resulted in the…
Adult Art Workshop
Spread the loveJoin fellow artists at the Kankakee Historical Society’s Adult Art Workshop on Saturday, April 9, beginning at 11 a.m., at the Kankakee County Museum in Kankakee, to draw sculptures in the George Grey Barnard Gallery. All skill levels are welcome! Participants will use charcoal and pencils, with supplies provided. Instruction in drawing forms…
St. Paul the Apostle Holy Week Schedule
Spread the loveApril 9/10: Palm Sunday Vigil Mass at 4 p.m. with Sunday Mass at 10:30 a.m. April 14: Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7 p.m., with adoration until 10 p.m. April 15: Ecumenical Stations of the Cross at 3 p.m.; Good Friday Reading of the Lord’s Passion, with Communion, 7 p.m. April…
Spring Shred Day April 9
Spread the loveUniversity Park Public Library will host a community Spring Shred Day, on Saturday, April 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the library – 1100 Blackhawk Drive in University Park. Proshred will safely and securely shred and dispose of documents, with a limit of three boxes or bags per person. No businesses,…
April: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Spread the loveApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). SAAM is an annual campaign to raise public awareness about sexual assault and to educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence. Clove Alliance, formally KC-CASA, believes, supports, and empowers survivors of sexual violence. Help promote awareness by participating and sharing in Clove Alliance’s community events…
Glo Bingo: Fun with a Cause!
Spread the loveDon’t forget: Clove Alliance is hosting Glo Bingo this Friday, April 8, at the Kankakee Fairgrounds Expo Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with Bingo beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 and include six Bingo cards, a Glo hat, Bingo dauber, and lots of fun. Tickets will not be sold at the…
‘Brave, Bold and Believed Art Show’
Spread the loveClove Alliance will present the “Brave, Bold, and Believed Art Show” on Monday, April 11, from 6 – 8 p.m., at the Majestic Theatre, 150 N. Schuyler Avenue in Kankakee. It’s an evening for the public to celebrate and honor the journey of survivors and efforts to end sexual violence. Art installations provided…
Register Now for Peotone Community Garage Sales
Spread the loveAgain this year, Peotone Chamber of Commerce will coordinate information and registration for Peotone Community Garage Sales on Friday and Saturday, June 17 and 18, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is a $10 registration fee to have your sale listed and placed on the map, in addition to receiving a yard…
Salvation Army Food Pantry Needs to Restock Shelves!
Spread the loveThe Salvation Army of Kankakee County Food Pantry is running low on certain items that help feed those in need in the community. Anyone who would like to donate to help restock the shelves, the food pantry is in need of: Instant meals, crackers, pasta/sauce, cookies, condiments, baking Ingredients, canned fruit, and instant…
Rep. Haas Recognizes Stefari Cafe as Business of the Month
Spread the loveState Representative Jackie Haas recently recognized a local 79th Legislative District business as part of her monthly business spotlight program. For March, she chose to highlight Stefari Cafe, 150 N. Schuyler Avenue, Suite 101, Kankakee. Rep. Haas visited the shop recently to present owners Stefan and Ari Frunze with an official certificate recognizing…
Register for ‘Manteno’s Famous Forgotten Past’
Spread the loveThe community is invited to learn more about pioneering people who hailed from Manteno, including one woman whose work led to laws that granted property and custody rights to married women in the 19th Century. The event, “Manteno’s Famous Forgotten Past,” will be a live webinar on Thursday, May 19, from 1-3 p.m.,…
Ecumenical Stations of the Cross April 15
Spread the loveAs part of the Clergy Association of Greater Peotone’s Lenten Prayer Service, residents are invited to Ecumenical Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, April 15, at 3 p.m., at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Peotone. Everyone is welcome to attend this solemn service, commemorating Christ’s Passion. Spread the love
Peotone Bowling Results: March 3-23
Spread the loveMarch 3 Thursday Night Ladies High individual game: Amanda Mitchell 193; high individual series: Stefanie Cravers 504; high team series: That’s How We Roll – 1729; high team game: Straight Home Bar and Grill – Shelly Kestel 136, Kathy Valiska 166, Michelle Olsen 140, and Stef Horn 181, total (w/hdcp.) 815. March 9…
