Events for July 2015

New Lenox Chamber of Commerce
Mar 17 - Sep 30 Screening Colonoscopy
According to the American Cancer Society, colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States.  Starting at age 50, men and women who don’t have a history of polyps or colon cancer should have a colonoscopy every 10 years. To encourage patients to get this vital test, Gatto’s Restaurants is giving patients a $20 Gift Certificate when they have a screening colonoscopy at Silver Cross Hospital between March 1 to Sept. 30, 2015.  Call 1-888-660-HEAL or visit www.silvercross.org for a referral to a physician on the Silver Cross Medical Staff who performs colonoscopies.
 
  • Date:
    March 17, 2015
  • Website:
    http://www.silvercross.org
  • Location:
    Silver Cross Hospital, 1900 Silver Cross Blvd., New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    Call 1-888-660-HEAL or visit www.silvercross.org for a referral to a physician on the Silver Cross Medical Staff who performs colonoscopies.
  • EMail:
    tsimons@silvercross.org
  • Date/Time Details:
    March 1-Sept. 30, 2015
  • Fees/Admission:
    Prices varies upon insurance coverage
Jun 29 - Jul 6 PiYo

PiYo
This music-driven, athletic workout is inspired by a combination of Pilates and Yoga. It includes flexibility and strength training, conditioning and dynamic movement.

Cost: $43 for 4-wk session or $15 per class drop-in
  • Date:
    June 29, 2015
  • Time:
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.presencehealth.org/
  • Location:

    Presence Healing Arts Pavilion
    410 E Lincoln Hwy, Ste 275
    New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Contact:
    877.737.4636
  • Date/Time Details:

    Mondays
    June 8 - June 29
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Fees/Admission:
    $43 for 4-week session    
    $15 per drop-in class
Jul 1 - Jul 31 Charter Fitness: Get Fit Newsletter

Charter Fitness of New Lenox presents its monthly Get Fit Newsletter!
July Edition
  • Date:
    July 1, 2015
  • Website:
    http://www.charterfitness.com/location/charter-fitness-of-new-lenox-rt-30/
  • Location:

    The July e-newsletter is available online - click here!
  • Contact:
    Ray Grzesiak, Co-Founder/Principal Partner
  • EMail:
    zumadog20@comcast.net
Jul 1 Movies in the Commons: Jaws * PG13
Join us for Wednesday movie nights in the summer! This week we'll be showing Jaws *PG13
  • Date:
    July 1, 2015
  • Time:
    8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location:
    New Lenox Village Commons
    1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Date/Time Details:
    All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:00 p.m.)
Jul 7 Business on the Move Luncheon: Advertising with InOur.Community

Tuesday, July 7 from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
New Lenox Village Hall, Community Room
1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
Cost: Chamber Members - $15 / Non-Members - $20
 
Topic: Advertising with InOur.Community

Join us on July 7 to learn how your business can benefit from advertising with InOur.Community. With its innovative and cost-effective approach, InOur.Community is an awesome way to connect with New Lenox residents!
  • Date:
    July 7, 2015
  • Time:
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Website:
    https://inour.community/newlenox
  • Location:

    New Lenox Village Hall, Community Room
    1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Contact:
    (815) 485-4241
  • EMail:
    emily@newlenoxchamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:


    Tuesday, July 7th
    Check-in & Networking: 11:30 AM
    Luncheon & Program: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

  • Fees/Admission:
    $15 for Chamber Members
    $20 for Non-Members
Jul 8 Movies in the Commons: Alexander and the Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Join us for Wednesday movie nights in the summer! This week we'll be showing Alexander and the Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day!
  • Date:
    July 8, 2015
  • Time:
    8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location:
    New Lenox Village Commons
    1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Date/Time Details:
    All movies start at dusk ( approximately 8:00 p.m)
Jul 9 Ribbon Cutting: Service King
Join the NLCC for a Ribbon Cutting!

Help us celebrate the grand opening of Service King (formerly Central Collision of New Lenox) with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 9 at 10:00 AM!

Service King
114 Oak Street
New Lenox, IL 60451
PH: (815) 463-1235
www.serviceking.com
  • Date:
    July 9, 2015
  • Time:
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.serviceking.com
  • Location:

    114 Oak Street
    New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Contact:
    Chamber: 815.485.4241
  • EMail:
    emily@newlenoxchamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:

    Thursday, July 9
    10:00 AM
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free!
Jul 11 Cowboy Randy Erwin: Singing', Yodeling', & Rope Trickin'

Join the New Lenox Public Library for Cowboy Randy Erwin: Singing', Yodeling', & Rope Trickin'
Sat., July 11
10:30 – 11:30 am
For all ages

Come experience cowboy music, folklore, and history – plus rope tricks! Learn about the origins of cowboy culture, trick-roping and how to do it yourself, and listen and participate in music that has made the cowboy such a special part of American History.
  • Date:
    July 11, 2015
  • Time:
    10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Website:
    http://newlenoxpl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=5894&lib=
  • Location:

    New Lenox Public Library - Meeting Room A&B
    120 Veterans Parkway
    New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Contact:
    815-485-2605
  • EMail:
    info@newlenoxlibrary.org
  • Date/Time Details:

    Saturday, July 11, 2015
    10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Fees/Admission:
Jul 15 Movies in the Commons: Paddington
Join us for Wednesday movie nights in the summer! This week we'll be showing Paddington!
  • Date:
    July 15, 2015
  • Time:
    8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location:
    New Lenox Village Commons
    1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Date/Time Details:
    All movies start at dusk ( approximately 8:00 p.m)
Jul 16 Business After Hours: Presence Healing Arts Pavilion


Join the New Lenox Chamber for a very special Business After Hours on Thursday, July 16! We are excited to help celebrate the 3rd anniversary of the Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center Healing Arts Pavilion. Don't miss the opportunity to toast one of our area's most prominent health care destination centers while enjoying a summer evening of networking!

Business After Hours: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Healing Arts Pavilion

410 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Date:
    July 16, 2015
  • Time:
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.presencehealth.org/
  • Location:

    Presence Healing Arts Pavilion
    410 E Lincoln Hwy
    New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Contact:
    Emily Johnson, CEO, NLCC - 815.485.5251
  • EMail:
    emily@newlenoxchamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    Thursday, July 16
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free Chamber Member Networking Event!
    Please RSVP as a courtesy to our host.
Jul 17 Lincoln-Way Area Summer Stock Theatre: GREASE
  • Date:
    July 17, 2015
  • Time:
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.newlenoxrotary.org
  • Location:

    Lincoln-Way West HS - Fine Arts Center
    21701 S Gougar Road, New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    708.339.1883 - tickets / 815.258.3951 - general info
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 17, 18 & 25 - 7:30 PM
    July 19 & 26 - 2:00 PM (matinee)
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25 (Rows A-P)
    $22 (Rows Q-Y)
    All Senior (60+) - $20 for the matinees
Jul 18 Lincoln-Way Area Summer Stock Theatre: GREASE
  • Date:
    July 18, 2015
  • Time:
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.newlenoxrotary.org
  • Location:

    Lincoln-Way West HS - Fine Arts Center
    21701 S Gougar Road, New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    708.339.1883 - tickets / 815.258.3951 - general info
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 17, 18 & 25 - 7:30 PM
    July 19 & 26 - 2:00 PM (matinee)
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25 (Rows A-P)
    $22 (Rows Q-Y)
    All Senior (60+) - $20 for the matinees
Jul 19 Lincoln-Way Area Summer Stock Theatre: GREASE
  • Date:
    July 19, 2015
  • Time:
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.newlenoxrotary.org
  • Location:

    Lincoln-Way West HS - Fine Arts Center
    21701 S Gougar Road, New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    708.339.1883 - tickets / 815.258.3951 - general info
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 17, 18 & 25 - 7:30 PM
    July 19 & 26 - 2:00 PM (matinee)
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25 (Rows A-P)
    $22 (Rows Q-Y)
    All Senior (60+) - $20 for the matinees
Jul 22 Baby Shower for new and expecting Mom's
It's a baby shower for
All new and expecting Mom's.
Please join us for an evening of
Games, gifts, raffles and information.
Wednesday, July 22nd,
From 6:00 - 7:30 in the evening.
KinderCare Toddler Room.
507 E Illinois Hwy,
New Lenox, IL.
Babysitting for older children will be available.
A light dinner will be served.
Space is limited and reservations are required.
Please reserve your spot on or before July 17th.
Email: smcgrath@klcorp.com or 815-485-2908
Let us know how many Mom’s and children to expect.
  • Date:
    July 22, 2015
  • Time:
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.kindercare.com/our-centers/new-lenox/il/070461/
  • Location:
    507 E Illinois Hwy, New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    Shannon or Sally 815-485-2908
  • EMail:
    smcgrath@klcorp.com
  • Date/Time Details:
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free
Jul 22 Movies in the Commons: Tangled
Join us for Wednesday movie nights in the summer! This week we'll be showing Tangled!
  • Date:
    July 22, 2015
  • Time:
    8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location:
    New Lenox Village Commons
    1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Date/Time Details:
    All movies start at dusk ( approximately 8:00 p.m)
Jul 23 Proud American Days 2015

PROUD AMERICAN DAYS 2015
Presented by the New Lenox Community Park District

July 23-26, 2015
601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL  (East of Walmart)

Windy City Carnival & Rides
Thursday, July 23 ~ 5:30-10:30 pm
Unlimited Ride Wristband: $30

PRICES: TICKETS $1.00 EACH
Unlimited ride wristbands will be put on by staff at time of purchase/No Exceptions

ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS - RAIN OR SHINE

Main Stage Entertainment
Band performance start times are subject to change without notice.

Thursday, July 23 - Thanks to the New Lenox Lions Club
5:00 pm - Midnight ~ Entertainment Tent Hours ($7 cover charge)
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm ~ Maggie Speaks

Other Activities Include...
New Lenox Lions Club Annual Raffle
$10/ticket - $5,000 Grand Prize!
Call Karina Glass at 815.685.9890 for tickets.

Bags Tournament BLIND DRAW (Ages 21+)
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Bean Bag Tent (Adults Only; subject to $7 cover charge)
$10 per Person - Cash Prizes Awarded! 80/20 Split!
Registration begins at 6:15 pm.
  • Date:
    July 23, 2015
  • Time:
    5:30 PM - 11:55 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.proudamericandays.org/index.html
  • Location:

    601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL
    (East of Walmart)
  • Contact:
    Lauren Lotz, 815.485.3584.
  • EMail:
    llotz@newlenoxparks.org
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 23-26, 2015
    Check Various Daily Events for Specific Times
Jul 24 - Jul 26 Grapple Games LLC Grand Opening Celebration!
 
Grapple Games LLC is excited to celebrate the grand opening of their New Lenox location!

Grand Opening Celebration:
Friday, July 24 - Sunday, July 26


Grapple Games LLC
2121 Calistoga Drive
New Lenox, IL 60451

Grapple Games LLC specializes in retail sales of tabletop games, including board games, trading card games, role-playing games, miniatures, and puzzles. They also feature an in-store gaming area for casual play and weekly events/tournaments.
  • Date:
    July 24, 2015
  • Website:
    https://www.facebook.com/GrappleGamesNewLenox
  • Location:

    2121 Calistoga Drive
    New Lenox, IL 60451
  • EMail:
    craig@grapplegames.com
  • Date/Time Details:

    Friday, July 24 - Sunday, July 26
Jul 24 Ribbon Cutting: Grapple Games LLC
Join the NLCC for a Ribbon Cutting!



Help us kick off the grand opening weekend of Grapple Games LLC with a ribbon cutting on Friday, July 24 at 10:00 AM!

Grapple Games LLC
2121 Calistoga Dr
New Lenox, IL 60451
PH: (815) 320-6118
www.facebook.com/GrappleGamesNewLenox
  • Date:
    July 24, 2015
  • Time:
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Website:
    http://www.facebook.com/GrappleGamesNewLenox
  • Location:

    2121 Calistoga Dr
    New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Contact:
    Chamber: 815.485.4241
  • EMail:
    emily@newlenoxchamber.com
  • Date/Time Details:

    Friday, July 24
    10:00 AM
  • Fees/Admission:
    Free!
Jul 24 Proud American Days 2015

PROUD AMERICAN DAYS 2015
Presented by the New Lenox Community Park District

July 23-26, 2015
601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL  (East of Walmart)

Windy City Carnival & Rides
Friday, July 24 ~ 5:30-10:30 pm
Unlimited Ride Wristband: $30

PRICES: TICKETS $1.00 EACH
Unlimited ride wristbands will be put on by staff at time of purchase/No Exceptions

ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS - RAIN OR SHINE

Main Stage Entertainment
Band performance start times are subject to change without notice.

Friday, July 24 - Thanks to the Knights of Columbus
5:00 pm - Midnight ~ Entertainment Tent Hours ($7 cover charge)
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm ~ 4CAST
8:00 pm - 11:30 pm ~ Hairbangers Ball

Other Activities Include...
Lions Club Special Needs Day
Entertainment Tent (By Invitation Only)
Sponsored by the New Lenox Lions Club, New Lenox Community Park District and other interested and concerned businesses, organizations & individuals.

Bags Tournament BLIND DRAW (Ages 21+)
7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Bean Bag Tent (Adults Only; subject to $7 cover charge)
$10 per Person - Cash Prizes Awarded! 80/20 Split!
Registration begins at 6:15 pm.
  • Date:
    July 24, 2015
  • Time:
    5:30 PM - 11:55 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.proudamericandays.org/index.html
  • Location:

    601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL
    (East of Walmart)
  • Contact:
    Lauren Lotz, 815.485.3584.
  • EMail:
    llotz@newlenoxparks.org
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 23-26, 2015
    Check Various Daily Events for Specific Times
Jul 25 Proud American Days 2015

PROUD AMERICAN DAYS 2015
Presented by the New Lenox Community Park District

July 23-26, 2015
601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL  (East of Walmart)

Windy City Carnival & Rides
Saturday, July 25
Noon-11:00 pm ~ Hours of Operation
Noon-5:00 pm ~ Unlimited Ride Wristband: $30
5:00-11:00 pm ~ Tickets Only

PRICES: TICKETS $1.00 EACH
Unlimited ride wristbands will be put on by staff at time of purchase/No Exceptions

ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS - RAIN OR SHINE

Main Stage Entertainment
Band performance start times are subject to change without notice.

Saturday, July 25 - Thanks to Lincoln Way Soccer Association
Noon - Midnight ~ Entertainment Tent Hours ($7 cover charge begins at 5:00 pm)
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm ~ Cool Off with Olaf & Friends! Live Frozen character show, activities & family triva contest!
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm ~ 4CAST
8:30 pm - 11:30 pm ~ Too White Crew

Other Activities Include...
New Lenox Fire Foundation's "Controlled Burn" Beef Cook-Off
6:30 am - 3:00 pm
Bean Bag Tent
Delicious beef sandwiches and sliced beef by the pound will be sold after the competition while supplies last.

Proud American Baby Contest
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Entertainment Tent
Check-In and On-Site Registration ~ 8:30 am - 9:15 am
Pre-Registration Deadline: Friday, July 17
Pre-Registration: $10 / On-Site Registration: $15
Baby Contest sponsored by the New Lenox Friends of the Parks, Country Financial & Town Center Bank.

Cool Off with Olaf & Friends - FREE EVENT!
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Entertainment Tent
Live Show with Frozen Characters ~ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Games and TCBY Samples ~ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
New Family Trivia Game Show ~ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm *
* Check-In & On-Site Registration: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bags Tournament BLIND DRAW (Ages 21+)
6:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Bean Bag Tent (Adults Only; subject to $7 cover charge)
$10 per Person - Cash Prizes Awarded! 80/20 Split!
Registration begins at 5:30 pm.
  • Date:
    July 25, 2015
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 11:55 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.proudamericandays.org/index.html
  • Location:

    601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL
    (East of Walmart)
  • Contact:
    Lauren Lotz, 815.485.3584.
  • EMail:
    llotz@newlenoxparks.org
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 23-26, 2015
    Check Various Daily Events for Specific Times
Jul 25 Lincoln-Way Area Summer Stock Theatre: GREASE
  • Date:
    July 25, 2015
  • Time:
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.newlenoxrotary.org
  • Location:

    Lincoln-Way West HS - Fine Arts Center
    21701 S Gougar Road, New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    708.339.1883 - tickets / 815.258.3951 - general info
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 17, 18 & 25 - 7:30 PM
    July 19 & 26 - 2:00 PM (matinee)
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25 (Rows A-P)
    $22 (Rows Q-Y)
    All Senior (60+) - $20 for the matinees
Jul 26 Proud American Days 2015

PROUD AMERICAN DAYS 2015
Presented by the New Lenox Community Park District

July 23-26, 2015
601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL  (East of Walmart)

Windy City Carnival & Rides
Sunday, July 26
Noon-11:00 pm ~ Hours of Operation
Noon-5:00 pm ~ Unlimited Ride Wristband: $30
5:00-11:00 pm ~ Tickets Only

PRICES: TICKETS $1.00 EACH
Unlimited ride wristbands will be put on by staff at time of purchase/No Exceptions

ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS - RAIN OR SHINE

Main Stage Entertainment
Band performance start times are subject to change without notice.

Sunday, July 26 - Thanks to Lincoln Way Soccer Association
11:00 am - 10:00 pm ~ Entertainment Tent Hours (no cover charge)
11:00 am - noon ~ Military Tribute and "Here's to Heroes" Scholarship Presentation
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm ~ So You THink You Can Lip Sync - FREE CONTEST!
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm ~ Makena Hartlin
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm ~ Hillbilly Rockstarz

Other Activities Include...
Annual Proud American Days Military Tribute
11:00 am - Noon
Entertainment Tent
We encourage all members and their families to attend this annual tribute. We encourage members of the military, families & any military organization to please RSVP with the number attending to 815.485.3584 or email llotz@newlenoxparks.org.

We'll also make the"Here's to Heroes" $5,000 Scholarship announcement courtesy of Lakeshore Beverage and  WCCQ 98.3 FM.

Classic Car Show
Noon - 3:00 pm
Festival Site - Rain or Shine! - Free Admission
Car show registration is $15 on teh day of the event with all proceeds benefiting Misericordia. Trophies awarded in 10 Categories and Best of Show. Turtle Wax Goodie Bag given to all registered participants. Sponsored by Midwest Gear Grinders, Turtle Wax & Country Financial Corporation.

So You Think You Can Lip Sync? (All Ages)
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Entertainment Tent - Free Admission
Pre-registration begins Wednesday, July 1 and is MANDATORY to participate in this competition. The 1st Place Winner will receive a CASH prize and 1st-3rd will also receive trophies. In this newest competition, be prepared to take on your peers by lip syncing and performing as your favorite artist. Solo or group performances are welcome. Registration deadline is Monday, July 20. Sponsored by Bear Home Improvement.

Family Bags Tournament
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Bean Bag Tent
$10 per Person - Cash Prizes Awarded! 80/20 Split!
Registration begins at 12:30 pm.
  • Date:
    July 26, 2015
  • Time:
    12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.proudamericandays.org/index.html
  • Location:

    601 E. Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL
    (East of Walmart)
  • Contact:
    Lauren Lotz, 815.485.3584.
  • EMail:
    llotz@newlenoxparks.org
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 23-26, 2015
    Check Various Daily Events for Specific Times
Jul 26 Lincoln-Way Area Summer Stock Theatre: GREASE
  • Date:
    July 26, 2015
  • Time:
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Website:
    http://www.newlenoxrotary.org
  • Location:

    Lincoln-Way West HS - Fine Arts Center
    21701 S Gougar Road, New Lenox, IL
  • Contact:
    708.339.1883 - tickets / 815.258.3951 - general info
  • Date/Time Details:

    July 17, 18 & 25 - 7:30 PM
    July 19 & 26 - 2:00 PM (matinee)
  • Fees/Admission:
    $25 (Rows A-P)
    $22 (Rows Q-Y)
    All Senior (60+) - $20 for the matinees
Jul 29 Movies in the Commons: Frozen
Join us for Wednesday movie nights in the summer! This week we'll be showing Frozen!
  • Date:
    July 29, 2015
  • Time:
    8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location:
    New Lenox Village Commons
    1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451
  • Date/Time Details:
    All movies start at dusk ( approximately 8:00 p.m)