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Saturday, August 18, 2012

Electric Aggregation Update, Back to School Safety: Community Corner

News briefs submitted to Patch by the Village of Lemont.

Welcome to "Community Corner," a column dedicated to announcements and important information straight from Village Hall. All items included in this post were provided by officials and administrators from the Village of Lemont. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  There are plenty of ways to keep up on Lemont news:

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Lemont Legends Cruise Nights: Buicks

The car show will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday in downtown Lemont.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Five Things You Need to Know Today

June 20: Cruise Nights, Readers' Choice, Wiffle Ball Tournament

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont Legends Cruise Nights will continue its summer series Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Lemont. This week's theme is "Chevy." For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997. The Hope and Friendship Foundation will host a charity wiffle ball tournament from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Front Street Cantina, 319 Front Street. CLICK HERE for more information. Patch is looking for the best of the best when it comes to Lemont businesses with our new Readers' Choice feature. Nominate your favorite restaurants, shops, parks and more by CLICKING HERE. Just in case you haven't heard, Lemont Patch has a pretty awesome Facebook page. In addition to interacting with fans throughout the day, Local …

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Five Things You Need to Know Today

June 13: Cruise Nights, Pack the Park, Library System Upgrade

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont Legends Cruise Nights will continue its summer series Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Lemont. This week's theme is "Street Rod." For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997. The Lemont Park District is hosting "Pack the Park" from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday at Covington North Park, 15200 E. 127th St. The event will feature music from 28 Days and the movie Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked. The Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., is undergoing a system upgrade for the new Pinnacle Library Cooperative. Patrons will not be able to access account information, renew materials or place holds until the new catalog launches Thursday, June 14. For more information, visit www.…

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know Today

Aug. 31: Lemont Dolphins Swim Meeting, Patch Deal of the Week

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont Chamber of Commerce hosts Cruise Nights will conclude its summer season Wednesday with antique vehicles. The show will run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Lemont. For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997. The Lemont Park District is hosting a meeting for parents to learn about the Lemont Dolphins Swim Team. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, at Centennial Community Center, 16028 W. 127th St. For more information, visit www.lemontparks.org. Just in case you haven't heard, Lemont Patch has a pretty awesome Facebook page. In addition to interacting with fans throughout the day, Local Editor Amanda Luevano posts hourly updates with story links, news briefs, and shout-outs to …

Thursday, August 25, 2011

PHOTOS: Car Show Hits High Note with 'Emergency Vehicles Night'

The downtown Lemont event celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Lemont Fire Protection District.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know Today

Aug. 24: Emergency Vehicles Night, District 113A Committee Meetings

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont Chamber of Commerce hosts Cruise Nights from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays in downtown Lemont. This week's theme is "Emergency Vehicles." For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997. Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A will hold two committee meetings Wednesday at Old Quarry Middle School, 16100 W. 127th St. The Insurance Committee will meet from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and the Finance and Audit Committee will meet from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Just in case you haven't heard, Lemont Patch has a pretty awesome Facebook page. In addition to interacting with fans throughout the day, Local Editor Amanda Luevano posts hourly updates with story links, news briefs, and shout-outs to local businesses and …

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know Today

Aug. 17: Cruise Night, Keepataw Fun Run, Practice ACT

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont Chamber of Commerce hosts Cruise Nights from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays in downtown Lemont. This week's theme is "Custom Trucks." For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997 The Lemont Park District is hosting a Keepataw Fun Run, sponsored by Suburban Bank and Trust. The 2.08-mile run/walk will be held Monday, Sept. 5, at 9 a.m. in the I&M Canal Heritage Quarries. The cost to register is $15 before Aug. 22 and $20 after. Those who register before Aug. 23 will receive a free T-shirt. For more information, call 620-257-6787. CLICK HERE for the registration form. The Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., is administering a practice ACT exam from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Sign up is required. For …

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know Today

Aug. 10: Cruise Nights, District 113A Meeting, Quest for 900 Facebook Fans

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Old Quarry Middle School LRC, 16100 W. 127th St. For more information, CLICK HERE. The Lemont Chamber of Commerce hosts Cruise Nights from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays in downtown Lemont. This week's theme is "Pontiac." For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997. Lemont Patch is closing in on another milestone on our Facebook page this week—900 fans! Facebook is a great way to get instant news updates, as well as join your fellow community members in discussing the hottest issues around town. We're so proud of the community we've built, and we hope you will help us continue to grow. (We'…

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Five Things You Need to Know This Week

July 20: Cruise Night, Early Waste Management Collection, Blood Drive

Five things every Lemonter needs to know Wednesday.

The Lemont Chamber of Commerce hosts Cruise Nights from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays in downtown Lemont. This week's theme is "Buick." For more information, call the Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce at 630-257-5997. Due to the excessive heat warning for the remainder of this week, Waste Management will be collecting waste and recycling one hour earlier than normal. Beginning Wednesday, collection will begin at 5 a.m. for Lemont, Lockport and Romeoville. The Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., will host a blood drive from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27. A photo ID is required. For information on eligibility, call 1-800-7TO-GIVE or visit Heartland Blood Center's website.     Just in case you haven't heard, Lemont Patch has a pretty …

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