APRIL SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
FREE Smoke Alarms: NL Fire District will install free for Village & Township Residents
Schedule appointment: 815-463-4500 or email info@nlFire.com
Mobile Workforce Center -- wwwjobs4people.org
Weekly Job Fair for Job Seekers
http://www.jobs4people.org/job-seekers/job-fairs.aspx
815-727-4444 www.will.works
Help New Lenox's 3 yr. old Jase Snevely fight stage-4 cancer.
Donations to Help Jase! i.e.clothing,shoes,books,linens,small household items.
Drop off donations: 1625 Carlton Ct., NL. or call for pick-up 815-999-2030.
Online donations: COTAforJaseS.com
NL Police Cadets --- Age 14 - 21 --- Explore the field of law enforcement.
new Application available until April 12, 2018
Contact: Detective Etchison: eetchison@newlenox.net or 815-462-6171
Join the 365-day Bicentennial Celebration
Happy 200th Birthday State of Illinois illinois200.com
Illinois was the 21st State in the Union: Dec. 3, 1818
Park Dist. Upcoming "Day Trips" Register Early:
April 12 - International Quilt Festival
April 19 - Get Your Kicks On Route 66
May 22 - Shipshewana Amish Community
newlenoxparks.org or 815-485-3584
ShareFest 2018 Planning - To get involved:
www.SharefestWillCounty.com 815-342-2199
new Health Center offers Medically-assisted
Treatment for Opioid Addiction
Contact Riverside Community Health Center at
(815) 476-5210
new Hospice Four-day Training, See Apr. 10 below
new Walk the Commons Age 55 & Older
June 5 - Aug. 30, Tuesdays & Thursdays
8:45 - 9:45 am starting at Library.
new Trinity Triumph 5K Run or 1K Walk
see below - June 21
APRIL 2018
TUESDAY
4/10 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
BIPOLAR, 6:30pm silvercross.org
4/10 Adults - Genealogy Club @ 6:00-7:45 pm
Meets 2nd Tuesday monthly. newlenoxlibrary.org
4/10 Become a Volunteer & Joliet Area Hospice
HOSPICE FOUR-DAY TRAINING April 10, 12, 23, 25
5-7:30 pm. Volunteers share their talents: Sewing;
office skills; therapy animal visits. 815-740-4104
Online training is available, also.
WEDNESDAY
4/11 Electronic Waste Recycle @ NL Township Bldg.
1100 S. Cedar, monthly 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Apr. 11 & Apr. 25 5 pm - 7 pm only.
4/11 Adults: Artistic Afternoon...$43
Acrylic painting step-by-step instruction
@ Lions Community Center Register:
815-485-3584 newlenoxparks.org
4/11 Adults: A Mindfulness Course for Parents...$27
BE.HERE.NOW. 7pm-8:30pm (4/11 or 5/9)
815-485-3584 newlenoxparks.org
4/11 Adult Book Club @ Library 6:30-7:30 pm
Meets 2nd Wednesday, monthly. newlenoxlibrary.org
4/11 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
STROKE, 4:00pm silvercross.org
THURSDAY
4/12 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
Baby Bereavement, 7pm silvercross.org
4/12 Adults - JAM SESSION & SOCIAL TIME
THURSDAYS, 2:30 - 4:30 PM @ Lions Community Center
Bring your instrument or just listen or sing along.
SATURDAY
4/14 Spaghetti Dinner & Bake Sale 4-7 pm
Benefit for United Methodist Youth Mission Trips/Activities
UMC, 339 W. Haven. Tickets at door or in-between Sunday
Services 3/25, 4/1, 4/8.
$10 adults / $8 seniors / $8 age 6-14 / $4 under age 6
SUNDAY
4/15 NAMI Support Groups 6pm @ St. Joe's Hospital, Joliet
Meets monthly, 1st & 3rd Sunday (next 5/6; 5/20)
NAMI = National Alliance for Mental Illness: Group 1) for adults with
mental illness; Group 2) for family, caregivers & friends of those
with mental illness.
MONDAY
4/16 Joliet Area Hospice Fundraiser
The Fantastic Voyage Dinner...$75pp
5:00 pm at Bolingbrook Golf Club.
Reservations due by April 2. 815-740-4104
Joliethospice.org/events
4/16 Teen Clinic, Age 12-21 Free & Confidential Services
Every Monday, 3-6 pm @Will Co. Health Center
1106 Neal Ave., Joliet 815-685-2178
4/16 "Healing Hearts" Survivors of Suicide Support Group
7-8:30 pm. Meets 3rd Monday monthly @ Village Hall
TUESDAY
4/17 Adult class: Light & Shadow Photography...$75
Apr. 17 - May 8 6 - 8 pm
Register 815-485-3584 newlenoxparks.org
WEDNESDAY
4/18 Adults - COLORING CLUB (4/4; 4/18)
Meets monthly, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 1:00-2:30 pm
newlenoxparks.org or 815-485-3584
THURSDAY
4/19 Adults - JAM SESSION & SOCIAL TIME
THURSDAYS, 2:30 - 4:30 PM @ Lions Community Center
Bring your instrument or just listen or sing along.
4/19 Free Health & Safety Expo 5-7 pm
@ L-Way West (west side)
50 organizations on safety, fitness,
preparedness, emergency response
4/19 Severe Weather Spotter Training 7 pm
@ L-Way West (west side) Please register:
https://new-lenox-spotter-class.eventbrite.com
FRIDAY
4/20 Adults - QUILTING CLUB: All talent levels welcome.
Jan. thru Aug. meets monthly, 3rd Friday, 11am-3:30 pm
newlenoxparks.org or 815-485-3584 (cost $20 per yr.)
4/20 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
BREASTFEEDING, 10:30am silvercross.org
4/20 Teen Clinic, Age 12-21 Free & Confidential Services
Every Monday, 3-6 pm @Will Co. Health Center
1106 Neal Ave., Joliet 815-685-2178
SATURDAY
4/21 Friends of the Library Fundraiser 7 - 11 pm
SPRING GALA: Breakfast at Tiffany's
4/21 Big Run Wolf Ranch Family Day...$6 10am - 4pm
Noon Special Guests Jim Nesci's Cold Blooded Creatures
Park at SWCorner Lockport WalMart. Take free bus to ranch.
Handicapped park at ranch.
4/21 DEADLINE to register for the Hospice Benefit:
Derby Day Horseshoe Hunt. (See May 5 posting.)
SUNDAY
4/22 L-Way Foundation HALF MARATHON, CHIP TIMES
7 am @ Breidert Green, Frankfort. Sponsors & Runners
Details & Sign-up: lincolnwayhalfmarathon.com
MONDAY
4/23 Teen Clinic, Age 12-21 Free & Confidential Services
Every Monday, 3-6 pm @Will Co. Health Center
1106 Neal Ave., Joliet 815-685-2178
TUESDAY
4/24 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
BIPOLAR, 6:30pm silvercross.org
WEDNESDAY
4/25 Electronic Waste Recycle @ NL Township Bldg.
1100 S. Cedar, monthly 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
5 pm - 7 pm only. (5/9; 5/23)
4/25 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
STROKE, 4:00pm silvercross.org
THURSDAY
4/26 Adults - JAM SESSION & SOCIAL TIME
THURSDAYS, 2:30 - 4:30 PM @ Lions Community Center
Bring your instrument or just listen or sing along.
4/26 TRIAD (over age 50 adult NL residents)
Meets every fourth Thursday, monthly, 1:30 pm at
NL Police Department (Apr.Jun.Jul.Oct.Nov.Dec.) or
MANHATTAN 260 Market Place (Mar.MayAug.Sept.)
April Topic: HOUSING AS YOU AGE (at New Lenox)
SATURDAY
4/28 Indoor / Outdoor Flea Market Open to the Public
8am - 1pm @ Francis Field Fairgrounds, 801 E. Francis Rd.
Free admission. Food stand on grounds.
Interested in a space: Indoor $20, Outdoor $14
815-485-5927
MONDAY
4/30 Teen Clinic, Age 12-21 Free & Confidential Services
Every Monday, 3-6 pm @Will Co. Health Center
1106 Neal Ave., Joliet 815-685-2178
MAY 2018
SATURDAY
5/5 10 am Derby Day Horseshoe Hunt - a Hospice Benefit;
A family / friend scavenger hunt with teams of four, $25.
Begins at 10 am at Carson's Tap House, 823 Liberty St.
in Morris. Register by April 21 at 815-641-6315 or
www.jolietHospice.org/events. Sponsorships available.
WEDNESDAY
5/9 Adults: A Mindfulness Course for Parents...$27
BE.HERE.NOW. 7pm-8:30pm
815-485-3584 newlenoxparks.org
FRIDAY
5/11 Free, Open to the Public: OPIOID EPIDEMIC SUMMIT
7:30am - 12:30pm NARCAN TRAINING TO BE OFFERED
@ Edward Hospital Athletic & Events Center
55 Phelps Ave., Romeoville
MONDAY
5/14 Teen Clinic, Age 12-21 Free & Confidential Services
Every Monday, 3-6 pm @Will Co. Health Center
1106 Neal Ave., Joliet 815-685-2178
5/14 Cancer Support Group 6:30 pm @ United Methodist
339 W. Haven, meets 2nd Monday, monthly. 815-485-8271
JUNE 2018
6/5 new Walk the Commons - Age 55 & Older
June 5 - Aug. 30, Tuesdays & Thursdays
8:45 - 9:45 am starting at Library.
6/14 Silver Cross Free Support Group 888-660-HEAL
PULMONARY 10am silvercross.org
6/17 Military History & Collectibles Show "Midwest Militaria"
$5 9 am to 1 pm @ VFW Buy, Sell, Trade, Free Appraisals
Educational for families & children - Why we fight for freedom;
Living veterans testimonials. (shows: 6/17; 8/19; 9/16)
Interested dealers: $30 per table. 815-641-6411
6/21 Trinity Triumph 5K Run / Walk 7 pm
@ Village Commons Register:
trinitytriumph.com or 815-717-3750
Announcements
9-1-1 Text Messages now accepted in Will County.
"9-1-1: Call if you can, text if you can't"
TEEN CLINIC, Age 12-21 - Free & Confidential Services, Mondays, 3 pm - 6 pm
@ Will Co. Community Health Center, 1106 Neal Ave., Joliet 815-685-2178
TRAVEL VACCINATIONS -- Planning to travel out of the country?
Call Will County Health Dept. for immunizations at 815-740-8143
Village Hall Hours, M - F 8:30 am - 5 pm
Crime Tip Hotline: 815-462-6111
Phone solicitations:
The NL Police Dept. does not solicit monetary donations.
Any donations made will not benefit the operations of the New Lenox Police Dept.
Food Pantry Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:30 - 11:30 and 1:30 - 3:30
Recycle: Traditional Items Only @ 1100 S. Cedar
M-F 1:00 - 3:30 pm & 4th Sat. monthly, 8 am-12 pm (No Electronic Waste)
Traditional items: paper, plastic, glass, aluminum, tin, cardboard.
Hazardous waste: used motor oil, anti-freeze, car batteries, and
BBQ grill type propane tanks w/cylinders
Electronic Waste Recycle: 2nd & 4th Wed. Monthly, 5 pm - 7 pm
@ NL Township Building, 1100 S. Cedar
New Lenox Fire Protection District http://nlfire.com
Authorized American Heart Association Training Center
Providing courses: Heartsaver CPR with AED
Recycle: used motor oil @ All Four Fire Stations
Fire Dept. Monthly Pancake Breakfast @ Station One, 261 E. Maple St.
Watch for the return of breakfast in the fall.
New Lenox Public Library NewLenoxLibrary.org 815-485-2605
Recycle: Drop off used eyeglasses, cell phones, rechargeable batteries.
Drop donations in the collection boxes located on the library upper level.
Watch. Listen. Practice. Learn at Lynda.com through Library.
FREE 3,000 online tutorials. Pay no more monthly charges.
You can access Lynda.com at the Library or at your home.
Need assistance on technology topic? A sewing machine?
Knit or crochet? Schedule a one-on-one appointment.
eReaders available to check out at the library.
Download Digital Books, Audiobooks, Music & Magazines onto your
mobile device for free. www.NewLenoxLibrary.org/books-and-more/downloadables
Facility Rentals Available at the Park Dist. Lions Community Center.
Banquet Rooms and a Meeting Room: newlenoxparks.org/?page_id=694
(501©(3) non-profit, wildlife education facility featuring rescued North American wildlife.
Big Run is seeking donations for a new tiger enclosure for
"Shere Khan." Please make donations at GoFundMe.com/scn9hzw
Come see "Shere Khan" the Siberian tiger, "Kuma" the black bear,
Cougar "Charlie," 10 wolves, coyotes, raccoons, porcupines,
horses, and many other wild & domestic animals.
Yearly season passes & adoptions available.
Schedule Camping, Birthday Parties, Field Trips
United Methodist Church, 339 W. Haven www.UMCnl.com
UMC "Kids & Company Preschool" Information: 815-485-9504
Now accepting 2018/19 registrations for 2 yr. thru 5 yr. olds.
Share Your Talents Adults, Teens, & Children @ UMC
Vocal & Bell Choirs: contact Musical47@hotmail.com
Praise Team: Contemporary musicians and vocalists:
T.Burns1952@me.com or 815-485-8271
Silver Cross Hospital
Encore Resale Shop @ Silver Cross
Tu, W, F & first Sat. of month 10 am - 3 pm
The Shop has been operated by a volunteer group
of women for 50 yrs. Donations can be dropped off
at the Shop or in the collection bin on the south side of the hospital.
VFW Program
D.A.V. Service Officer at VFW - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Monthly, 8:30 - 11:30 am.
Need to process a claim? No Appointment Needed
Banquet Hall Rental - Large or Small Hall
http://vfwpost9545.org/hall-rental
American Legion Program
Banguet Hall Rental - Seats 250
http://www.legion.topqualitytestserver.com/friday-menu/
Providence Catholic High School and Children's Academy
Providence Children's Academy Accepting Registrations
Four Programs for Age 30 months thru 5 years.
Full Details providencecatholic.org 815-485-7129
2018 Volunteer Training, 6 Sessions, watch for the 2018 training dates.
Recurring Programs
County Wide Programs
CASA = Court Appointed Special Advocate http://casaofwillcounty.org
2018 Volunteer Training, 6 Sessions, watch for the 2018 training dates.
G.R.A.S.P. = Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing
There is no longer a Joliet Chapter. See GRASP Facebook page for
other chapter locations: Hinsdale, Hoffman Estates, Crete, Chicago.
N.A.M.I. = National Alliance for Mental Illness
Support groups: 1) family & caregivers 2) adults with mental illness
Meets 1st & 3rd Sundays monthly at St. Joe's Hospital 333 N. Madison, Joliet
Details: FB / 815-731-9103 / NAMIwillgrundy.org
NAMI offers: "NAMI Basics" free classes
Register: Marketing@namiwillgrundy.org
NAMI offers: Free 12-Week Education for Family & Friends of People
Living With Mental Illness - to improve coping & problem-solving.
Info / registration email: info@namiWillGrundy.org or 815-731-9103
"Healing Hearts" Survivors of Suicide Support Group
Meets monthly, 3rd Monday 7 - 8:30 pm @ NL Village Hall
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Alzheimer's General Caregiving
24/7 HELPLINE - 1-800-272-3900
Alzheimer's Support Groups in Joliet
• 3rd Tuesday 10:30am, St. Edwards Episcopal Church, 206 N. Midland Ave
• 3rd Saturday 11am, Victory Centre, 29 N. Broadway St.
Opiate Recovery Group, "From Dope to Hope"
Tuesday nights, 7-8:30 pm For both users & their loved ones
@ Peace Lutheran Church, 1900 Lincoln Hwy, NL
AMIRF.org / tryan@armirf.org / 844-611-HOPE / Facebook
Family Support Group - HERO welcomes community.
Tuesdays 7-8:30 pm @ Lincolnway Christian Church, 690 E. Illinois Hwy.
For those whose loved ones struggle with addiction. Childcare available.
Info: jDombrowski@lincolnway.org
Will County Events and Programs
Age 50 & UP: Manhattan / New Lenox T.R.I.A.D. Programs
Meets Monthly, 4th Thursday, 1:30 pm @ NL Police Station
Note: Apr. 27, June 22 and November 16 to be held at the Village of
Manhattan, 260 Market Place.
Mobile Workforce Center
Location for New Lenox area every Friday
Frankfort Library: Fridays, 9:30-noon, 21119 S. Pfeiffer Rd;
Mokena Library: Fridays, 1:30-3:30pm, 11327 W. 195th St.
Monday thru Thursday other locations: wwwjobs4people.org
Weekly Job Fair for Job Seekers:
@ Workforce Center of Will, 2400 Glenwood, Suite 100
Day and time vary every week: 815-727-4444
http://www.jobs4people.org/job-seekers/job-fairs.aspx
(other Workforce information: www.will.works)
Lincoln-Way Toastmasters
Enhance Your Communication Skills - No cost
Meets monthly, first & third Thursdays, 7:30 - 9:30 pm @ L-Way East
Use entry door by flag poles. 815-474-9580 www.lincolnwaytoastmasters.com.
New Lenox Safe Communities of America Coalition
https://www.facebook.com/safenewlenox
A Matter of Balance: Free 8 Week Class, Falls Prevention for Older Adults
Next class: Contact Daniel Martin 815-462-6128 / dMartin@newLenox.net
FREE 20-Hour Basic CERT Classes
If interested in taking the class or need additional information about
the CERT program contact Daniel Martin, Public Safety Division Chief
at the New Lenox Police Department, (815) 462-6128 or
dMartin@newLenox.net
"Healing Hearts - Survivors of Suicide Support Group"
Meets monthly the third Monday 7 - 8:30 pm @ NL Police Dept.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
New Lenox Public Library Adult Programs NewLenoxLibrary.org 815-485-2605
Senior Center Coffee & Treats (Age 55+) 1st Thurs. Monthly, 10:30 am.
Adult Board Games Club: Monthly, 5:30 pm
Adult Book Club: 2nd Wed. Monthly, 6:30 - 7:30 pm.
Pick up current book at Library.
Mystery Book Club: 3rd Tues. Monthly, 1:30 - 2:30 pm.
Pick up current book at Library.
Fiber Arts Informal Exchange: 1st & 3rd Thurs. Monthly, 6 pm
Knit, crochet - beginners welcome!
Writers Group: 1st & 3rd Wed. Monthly, 6:30 pm
Discuss your writing with others. New members always welcome.
Genealogy Club: 2nd Tues. Monthly, 6 - 7:30 pm
Learn how to break through "brick walls" to obtain vital records.
Need assistance on technology topic?
Sewing machine basics? Knit or crochet?
Schedule a one-on-one appointment.
New Lenox Community Park District Program
Silver Cross Hospital Programs
• Is weight loss surgery right for you? Wednesdays, 5:45 pm
Free Support Groups Register: 888-660-HEAL or silvercross.org
APRIL
Breastfeeding ———4/06 10:30 am
Breastfeeding ———4/09 6:00 pm
Bipolar ——————4/10 6:30 pm
Stroke ————-——4/11 4:00 pm
BabyBereavement —-4/12 7:00 pm
Breastfeeding ———4/20 10:30 am
Breastfeeding ——-—4/23 6:00 pm
Breast Cancer——— 4/24 6:30 pm
Bipolar ——————4/25 6:30 pm
Stroke —————— 4/25 4:00 pm
Free Screenings @ Silver Cross - Homer Glen
new Women post-delivery, 6 weeks-1 yr. with pelvic problems
Appointment: 815-300-6288
Scoliosis Screening, Adults & Children
Fridays 9 am - 3 pm By appointment: 877-694-7722
Blood Pressure Checks - daily 10 am - 2 pm - walk-ins welcome.
@ Silver Cross Health Center, 12701 W. 143rd St., Homer Glen
Balance Enhancement Assessment & Fall Prevention
by appointment: 815-300-6580
Colon Cancer Screening Kits 888-660-HEAL
Following Covered by Medicare & Most Insurance Plans:
Lung Cancer CT Low Dose Screening
Recommended annually for former smokers, age 55-77 yr.
Free Screenings @ Silver Cross - Online
Childbirth Education Classes @ Silver Cross - New Lenox
Postnatal Pilates, Prepared Childbirth, Breastfeeding Classes, Baby Basics
Free Birthing Center Tours @ Silver Cross - New Lenox
Saturdays 1:30 pm; Sundays 1:30 and 4 pm
(call for Tuesday tour times)
Friday Night Fish Fry, Year-round, 5 - 8 pm
Includes: Icelandic cod, shrimp, chicken. (dinners $8 to $12)
Tuesday Night Bingo Doors Open at 5pm; Games Start 6:45 pm
Games, Pull Tabs, Lightening Game. Food Available.
Thursday Night Horseshoes - starts Apr. thru Nov.
6 pm sign up, start time 6:30 pm.
D.A.V. Service Officer at VFW - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, Monthly
Need to process a claim? No Appointment Needed 8:30 - 11:30 am
Thomas E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977
http://americanlegionnewlenox.com
Bags 'N Beer Tournaments $5 every Wednesday.
Everyone Welcome to participate!
6:30 pm sign in; 6:45 pm teams drawn; 7 pm game starts
Prizes awarded - 100% payout.
Queen of Hearts Raffle, every Friday night, 7 pm
Karaoke with Chad every Friday, 7 pm to midnight
Dog Tag Drink Specials: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Veterans, show your dog tags, receive 50¢ off any drink.
Purchase an "Honor Brick" $50
Honor your loved ones, past & present with a commemorative brick.
To be installed in the walk of honor around the Patton Tank
@ American Legion, 14414 Ford Drive (off Cedar Rd.)
Banquet Hall Rental - seats 250
http://www.legion.topqualitytestserver.com/friday-menu/