Richton Park Public Library

Make friends &amp; play with our pop-up toys, blocks, balls &amp; play doh! Coffee &amp; conversation will be available for the grown-ups!
This is a FREE event for children Birth to PreK with Caregiver. No registration required.

Local Event: PreK Playdate

Chicago Heights

Illinois

PreK Playdate

Friday April 19, 2024: Make friends &amp; play with our pop-up toys, blocks, balls &amp; play doh! Coffee &amp; conversation will be...

It’s Bingo Time! Join us for a family-friendly night of bingo!
This is a FREE event for families / all ages. No registration required.

Local Event: Family Bingo

Family Bingo

Friday April 19, 2024: It’s Bingo Time! Join us for a family-friendly night of bingo!
This is a FREE event for families / all ages. No...

Prairie State College

Prairie State College (PSC) invites the local community to its upcoming Open House. Stop by the main campus from 10 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, April 20 at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights for an opportunity for prospective students and their families to explore the PSC campus, interact with faculty and staff, and discover the wide range of educational programs and resources available. The event is free and open to the public.
On-air radio personality Lady Red from 106.3 FM will be on campus, along with their Street Team who will enhance the guests’ experiences with exciting giveaways, including concert tickets and more! 
Highlights: 
<ul><li dir="ltr">Soccer Team Provides Child Care: Men’s soccer coach Carlos Reyes and team will be on hand to host a fun-filled, interactive program for school aged kids (up to 8th grade) so attendees have an opportunity to drop their children off and walk around the open house.</li></ul><ul><li dir="ltr">IT Table: Play two virtual games (virtual escape room and Prospector Solitaire) at the IT table.</li></ul><ul><li dir="ltr">Industrial Electricity Table - Have a hair-raising experience with the Van de Graaf Generator and other props at the Industrial Electricity table.</li></ul><ul><li dir="ltr">Meet and Greet with PSC Mascot Parker: Meet and take photos with PSC mascot Parker.</li></ul><ul><li dir="ltr">Meet Faculty and Staff: Interact with PSC's experienced faculty and staff members who are dedicated to building an outstanding learning environment and helping students succeed. </li><li dir="ltr">Program Showcases and Lab Tours: Explore the diverse academic programs and courses available at PSC, including transfer programs, career and technical education, and adult education options. At 10:30 a.m., there will be a tour of the Photographic Lab and Lighting Studio. </li><li dir="ltr">Financial Aid Information and Admissions Requirements: Get insights into the financial aid and scholarship opportunities that can make higher education more affordable while learning the requirements for admittance into PSC. </li><li dir="ltr">Student Services: Discover the wide array of student services and resources, such as counseling, tutoring, and career advising, designed to support students throughout their educational journey.</li></ul>
For more information about the Open House event, please contact Beth Wyack, Manager of Recruitment and Outreach, at (708) 709-7776 or email: bwyack@prairiestate.edu.

Local Event: Prairie State College Open House

Prairie State College Open House

Saturday April 20, 2024: Prairie State College (PSC) invites the local community to its upcoming Open House. Stop by the main campus from 10...

Wing Snob

Wing Snob, the fast-casual, never-frozen chicken wing concept, opens their newest location in Matteson, Illinois and will offer a special chicken wing deal on Saturday, April 20, 2024. 
Originally Detroit’s pioneering wing spot, Wing Snob continues to bring its sauce-driven wing menu to nearly 50 locations nationwide. The new restaurant in Matteson is located at 4704 Lincoln Hwy
Matteson, IL 60443, joining existing Chicagoland locations in Elgin and Mount Prospect. Wing Snob will continue expanding in Chicago with future restaurant locations planned for Libertyville, Glen Carbon, Aurora, Oak Lawn, and more. 

On Saturday, April 20, the new Wing Snob in Matteson will offer grand opening day deals including a 6 piece wing order for just $3 when ordering through the Wing Snob app. 
Wing Snob's menu offers a diverse array of options, ranging from traditional and boneless wings to chicken sandwiches, tenders, crispy chicken minis, loaded fries, and more. The menu features a curated selection of 18 distinctive flavors of sauces and dry rubs, including favorites like Chicken &amp; Waffles, Snobby Q, Jamaican Jerk, and Hot AF. Keeping up with current culinary trends, the brand has expanded into the plant-based arena, offering cauliflower wings and chicken tenders crafted from Beyond Meat.
Wing Snob’s loyalty program, Snob Perks, is the hub for customer loyalty, allowing guests to accumulate perks, place orders, and redeem loyalty rewards. ‘Wing Snobs’ or newcomers can download the app via the Apple Store or Google Play to take full advantage of the exclusive April 20 deal of 6 wings for $3.
For more information on Wing Snob, visit <a href="https://www.wingsnob.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wingsnob.com/</a>.

Local Event: Wing Snob Continues Chicago Expansion and Rolls into Matteson

Wing Snob Continues Chicago Expansion and Rolls...

Saturday April 20, 2024: Wing Snob, the fast-casual, never-frozen chicken wing concept, opens their newest location in Matteson, Illinois and...

Wing Snob Continues Chicago Expansion and Rolls into Matteson

Hailstorm Brewing Co

Sunday sip and shop in Tinley Park; The Flurry Artisan Market is back! Details are April 21th, 2024 from 11am to 5pm at Hailstorm Brewing in Tinley Park, IL. We have over thirty local artists anticipated to showcase their best and newest handmade items, art and treats. Two artist or service features spotlights include Ten Cups Tarot and Jonathan Grimm Art. 
Bring the whole family along, as this event is totally free to attend! You don't have to walk ten miles to check out all of the talent here and we never charge a cover charge to get into an alliance event. 
Jewelry, decor, original art, roasted coffee, coasters, sourdough bread and plant care are just some of the items you will find at this market.

<ul><li>Where: Hailstorm Brewing Co., 8060 186th St, Tinley Park, IL 60487</li><li>When: Sunday April 21, 2024 | 11:00am to 5:00pm</li></ul>
Indoor and outdoor. Anticipating great weather.
Final Artist List:




































<ul><li>Art of Alex Kujawa</li><li>Batty Crochet</li><li>Beaver Rub Spice Company</li><li>Becky Blue Designs</li><li>BIG MIKE SOAP CO</li><li>Blue Bubble 7 (Etsy shop)</li><li>Bosco’s All Natural </li><li>Caroline Barnard Art Studio</li><li>Cassafras Corner</li><li>Cats, Crafts &amp; Cooking </li><li>Earthy Buddha</li><li>Faereyals Richewel </li><li>Flock and Field Naturals </li><li>ghost owl studio</li><li>HKA Creations</li><li>Jonathan Grimm Art</li><li>KayDee Kay Creations</li><li>L &amp; W Crystals</li><li>LeonMechelle Artist Studios </li><li>Lil Bird Kitchens LLC</li><li>LMKill Art</li><li>Masterclass Savory Sweet Foods </li><li>Mixtape Your Life, LLC</li><li>Now That’s FUDGE &amp; Sweets</li><li>QuinnCakes by George </li><li>RavenFeathers and BatWings </li><li>Robin Monique Rios </li><li>Rosie’s Plant Care</li><li>SharonAble Crafts</li><li>Steel Art Creations</li><li>Ten Cups Tarot </li><li>Terri’s Forgotten Forest</li><li>The Curious Aesthetic</li><li>The Little Things </li><li>Transilvanian Bakery</li><li>Wanna Pickle Gourmet Foods </li><li>Yvette Sketches</li></ul>
Spread the word and invite your friends to join in on this artistic extravaganza. Save the date and mark your calendars. Link to event: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1134567447576467/?active_tab=discussion" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/event...</a>
Come one, come all! There are tons of on site and street parking available in the area. Bring your friends and be confident we will have something for everyone.

Local Event: Flurry Artisan Market at Hailstorm Brewing 4/21/24

Tinley Park

Flurry Artisan Market at Hailstorm Brewing 4/21/24

Sunday April 21, 2024: Sunday sip and shop in Tinley Park; The Flurry Artisan Market is back! Details are April 21th, 2024 from 11am to 5pm...

Dining On the Green

Afternoon of open conversation and listening highlighted by a performance by the Chicago Playback Theater Ensemble, a dynamic improvisational troupe brings the stories of audience members&nbsp;to life.&nbsp; Delicious appetizers and dessert bar top off what is sure to be a memorable event.&nbsp; The cost is $30 per person. Register at Eventbrite: <a href="https://bit.ly/3PcqUUD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3PcqUUD</a>. For more information, email:&nbsp; hildykingma@comcast.net

Local Event: South Suburban Diversity Dinners Presents "Your Story Matters:  The Beloved Community

South Suburban Diversity Dinners Presents "Your...

Sunday April 21, 2024: Afternoon of open conversation and listening highlighted by a performance by the Chicago Playback Theater Ensemble, a...

South Suburban Diversity Dinners Presents "Your Story Matters:  The Beloved Community

Been meaning to stop by the DMV lately, but have no time or it's out of the way? Then you're going to want to come to the library on Monday, April 22 (10am-2pm) for the Mobile DMV Event! See the flyer below for more information about services and visit <a href="https://www.ilsos.gov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ilsos.gov/</a> for more information about documents you'll need.
Appointments are recommended and can be made at the library or over the phone at (708) 481-5333 x5.

Local Event: Mobile DMV Event

Mobile DMV Event

Monday April 22, 2024: Been meaning to stop by the DMV lately, but have no time or it's out of the way? Then you're going to want to come to...

Drop in for some messy sensory fun! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
This is a FREE event for children Birth to PreK with Caregiver. No registration required.

Local Event: Let's Get Messy!

Let's Get Messy!

Monday April 22, 2024: Drop in for some messy sensory fun! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
This is a FREE event for children...

Join us for a different fun activity each week, including storytimes, crafts, games, and more!
This is a FREE event for Families with children under 10. No registration required.

Local Event: Fun with the Fam!

Fun with the Fam!

Tuesday April 23, 2024: Join us for a different fun activity each week, including storytimes, crafts, games, and more!
This is a FREE event...

Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable clothing.
This is a FREE event for Seniors. No registration required. Exercise Waiver signed at first attendance.
Event sponsored by AgeOptions

Local Event: Seated Yoga for Seniors

Seated Yoga for Seniors

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable...

Calling all Teens! Do you enjoy painting? Come join our fun and engaging guided painting! All materials provided. 
This FREE event is open students in grades 9 to 12. Registration Required.

Local Event: Teen Painting

Teen Painting

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Calling all Teens! Do you enjoy painting? Come join our fun and engaging guided painting! All materials...

Do computers make you nervous? Do you want to learn new computer skills but don’t know where to begin? Join us as we teach you how to use online self-paced courses to learn new skills.
This is a FREE event for Adults &amp; Seniors. No registration required.

Local Event: Technology Learning Lab

Technology Learning Lab

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Do computers make you nervous? Do you want to learn new computer skills but don’t know where to begin? Join us as we...

Thursday April 25, 2024: Make friends &amp; play with our pop-up toys, blocks, balls &amp; play doh! Coffee &amp; conversation will be...

Friday April 26, 2024: Make friends &amp; play with our pop-up toys, blocks, balls &amp; play doh! Coffee &amp; conversation will be...

We’re taking it back to the 90’s with the family friendly night of music &amp; games! Dress up in your 90s best, jam to the hit songs of the 90s, &amp; play our favorite games from the 90s! We’ll also have fan favorite 90s snacks!
This FREE event is open to families &amp; all ages. Registration recommended. You can register online or call us at (708) 481-5333 x5

Local Event: That 90's Night: Karaoke & Family Fun

That 90's Night: Karaoke & Family Fun

Friday April 26, 2024: We’re taking it back to the 90’s with the family friendly night of music &amp; games! Dress up in your 90s best, jam...

Lighthouse Church of all Nations

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Mother Dorcas Willis

Monday April 29, 2024: OBSERVIING NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER ON THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024

Monday April 29, 2024: Drop in for some messy sensory fun! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
This is a FREE event for children...

Monday April 29, 2024: Join us for a weekly light exercise where we stretch and work on building strength with chair yoga. Wear comfortable...

Get started with learning electronics through Arduino! Build a new electronic model every meeting. 
This FREE program is open students in grades 5 to 9. Space is limited - Registration Required. 
This program is a part of Project Next Generation at the Richton Park Public Library. Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Local Event: Arduino Club

Arduino Club

Monday April 29, 2024: Get started with learning electronics through Arduino! Build a new electronic model every meeting.
This FREE program...

Do you like building with Legos? Want to learn how to program robots? Build and code a new robot each meeting with Lego Spike Prime. 
This FREE program is open students in grades 5 to 9. Space is limited - Registration Required. 
This program is a part of Project Next Generation at the Richton Park Public Library. Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Local Event: Afterschool Lego Robotics Club

Afterschool Lego Robotics Club

Tuesday April 30, 2024: Do you like building with Legos? Want to learn how to program robots? Build and code a new robot each meeting with...

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