‘Rescue ME’ Crafters’ Resale
Mark your calendars – they’re back! The Manhattan-Elwood Quilt Group is hosting its Rescue ME Crafters’ Resale on Saturday, April 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Manhattan Township Office, 230 Wabash Street, in Manhattan. The event features quilting, sewing, and needlework supplies. Purchase a bag to fill for a $10 donation. They also have vintage quilts and sewing machines available for purchase.
Funds raised from the resale will be used to offset the costs of the group’s Quilting for ME – children’s project and other charitable projects. More information about the group and event is available on the Manhattan-Elwood Quilt Group Facebook page.
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Peotone Library News
Spread the loveResidents may register for events on the website calendar or give the library a call at 708-258-3436. Keep checking the FB page, Instagram, and online calendar for more programs and updates. National Library Week is April 3 – 9. Check the library calendar for special events and programming. Youth Services April 1: Teen…
Helping Hands Food Pantry
Spread the loveThe food pantry will be open to all area residents (including senior citizens and adults, with or without children, who reside within the boundaries of the Peotone School District and are in need of food assistance) on Wednesdays, April 6 and 20, from 1 to 5:30 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship…
Peotone Village Board Discusses Job Descriptions
Spread the loveBy Andrea Arens The was no old or new business at the Peotone Village Board meeting Monday night. That is, until, Trustee Nick Strba asked to pull the Manager of Public Works job description out of the consent agenda. The Manager of Streets & Alleys and the Utility Billing Clerk job descriptions were…
Mr. Vanderquack Visits Locally for St. Jude
Spread the loveBy Andrea Arens Who knew a cute, chubby, stuffed, plush duck affectionately named Mr. Vanderquack could travel the United States to raise funds for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital? That’s exactly what happened, though. This cute, cuddly duck somehow managed to convince Jeep owners across the entire United States to transport him through…
House Resolution Honors Jack Sikma
Spread the loveState Rep. Jackie Haas issued the following statement after the passage of her House Resolution 0056 designating the portion of Illinois Rt. 1 from Wichert Road to St. Anne as the “Honorary Jack Sikma Road.” “I am very pleased we were able to get this resolution passed unanimously out of the House. Jack…
St. Rose of Lima Monthly Mass March 25
Spread the loveSt. Rose of Lima Chapel, 486 W. Merchant Street in Kankakee, will celebrate its monthly Mass on Friday March 25, at 6 p.m. Enter through the west door under the canopy. The elevator is nearby if needed, and ushers will assist. Eucharistic Adoration is held from 3- 5 p.m. every Wednesday afternoon at…
Blue Devil Soccer Looks Very Promising!
Spread the loveBy Dennis Bowling During this past winter, Peotone junior keeper Jenna Hunter was very busy upgrading her all-around game. Hunter, at 5’11,” played for the Slayers Soccer Club and received help from Olivet Nazarene College Women’s Assistant Soccer Coach Amanda Zea. Hunter is sure to be one of the top keepers in the…
PHS Celebrates Illinois State Scholars
Spread the lovePHS hosted the Illinois State Scholars breakfast Wednesday, March 16. With family and school officials in attendance, a breakfast was enjoyed, with the following scholars honored: Delaney Balmer, Brooklynn Cavitt, Emma Coffey, Dominick Esquivel, Brock Krska, Ryan Marsh, Cecelia Naples, Abigail Stewart, Hayley Stewart, Shannon Warden, and Madysen Wentz. Congratulations Blue Devils on…
Acting Out Theatre Holding ‘A Chorus Line’ Auditions
Spread the loveActing Out Theatre Co. will be holding auditions for “A Chorus Line” on Saturday, April 2. Visit actingouttheatreco.org to sign up for a time slot. Callbacks will be Sunday, April 3, at 1 p.m. Auditions will be held for cast, “cut dancers,” and pit singers. Auditions will be held at Kankakee High School…
Peotone Library News
Spread the loveResidents may register for events on the website calendar or give the library a call at 708-258-3436. Residents may get a digital card through the library website on the Resources page. Check out online resources, plus the Museum Adventure Passes; visit museumadventure.org for more information. Youth Services March 24: Snack Attack, Thursday, online, at…
Monee Historical Society Hosts Scrapbooking Night
Spread the loveThe Monee Historical Society invites residents to Friday Night Scrapbooking, at the Monee Heritage Center, 5210 W. Court Street in Monee. The event, hosted by Debbie Martin, will be held on the first Friday of each month, beginning April 1, from 6 to 11:45 p.m. Come and preserve your family photos and memories.…
AAS Ruck Walk May 29; Register Now!
Spread the loveAdopt-a-Soldier is offering an alternative to its 22k this year. Bring family and friends, young and old, strollers and wheelchairs and join the battle to eliminate veteran suicide. Organizers encourage participants to gather pledges or donations to support their walk, with proceeds benefitting Adopt-a-Soldier. Stroll one lap or 10 around the Will County…
