01/18/2026
ποΈ New Lenox Weekly Rundown: Jan 19 β Jan 25, 2026 ποΈβ¨
**Please note that Monday, January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. While some municipal offices may have adjusted hours, our community remains active!
Monday, January 19th (MLK Jr. Day)
β’ Library Closure ποΈπ
β’ Details: The New Lenox Public Library will be closed in observance of the holiday. Digital resources remain available 24/7!
β’ Village Offices Status ποΈ
β’ Details: Most Village of New Lenox administrative offices are open, but please call ahead if you have specific business with the Township.
β’ MLK Day Service Opportunity π€
β’ Details: A great day for our extraordinary residents to volunteer at local food pantries or community centers.
Tuesday, January 20th
β’ Tuesday Night Bingo π°π°
β’ Where: VFW Post 9545 (323 Old Hickory Rd)
β’ When: Doors open at 4:00 PM; Games start at 6:00 PM.
β’ Details: Food is available for purchase. Come try your luck with the extraordinary VFW crew!
β’ Silver Cross: Weight Loss Surgery Seminar π©Ίπ₯
β’ Where: Silver Cross Hospital (Conference Center)
β’ When: 6:00 PM β 7:00 PM
β’ Details: Learn about life-changing options from board-certified surgeons. Registration required.
Wednesday, January 21st
β’ Library Board of Trustees Meeting ππ’
β’ Where: New Lenox Public Library
β’ When: 7:00 PM
β’ Details: Open to the public. Join to hear about the upcoming spring programming and library improvements.
β’ Silver Cross: Healthy Steps Tap Dancing π©°β¨
β’ Where: Silver Cross Hospital (Pavilion A)
β’ When: 5:30 PM
β’ Details: A fun, therapeutic way to stay active. Perfect for all skill levels!
Thursday, January 22nd
β’ Preschool Storytime: Snow Much Fun! βοΈπ¨
β’ Where: New Lenox Public Library
β’ When: 10:30 AM β 11:15 AM
β’ Details: For ages 3β5. Songs, stories, and a winter-themed craft.
β’ Stroke Support Group π§ π€
β’ Where: Silver Cross Hospital
β’ When: 4:00 PM β 5:30 PM
β’ Details: A supportive environment for survivors and caregivers to share experiences.
Friday, January 23rd
β’ VFW Friday Fish Fry ππ
β’ Where: VFW Post 9545
β’ When: 4:30 PM β 8:00 PM
β’ Details: Enjoy the best Icelandic Cod in the area! Open to the public.
β’ Live Music: Top List Karaoke π€π
β’ Where: VFW Post 9545 Bar
β’ When: 8:00 PM
β’ Details: No cover charge. Kick off your weekend with an extraordinary performance!
Saturday, January 24th
β’ Traditional Recycling Center Open β»οΈπ¦
β’ Where: New Lenox Township (1100 S. Cedar Rd)
β’ When: 8:00 AM β 12:00 PM
β’ Details: Special Saturday Hours! This is the monthly Saturday opening for residents to drop off traditional recyclables.
β’ Writer's Group βοΈπ
β’ Where: New Lenox Public Library
β’ When: 1:30 PM β 3:00 PM
β’ Details: Connect with fellow local authors to share work and critiques.
Sunday, January 25th
β’ Queen of Hearts Raffle β€οΈπ
β’ Where: VFW Post 9545
β’ When: Drawing at 4:00 PM
β’ Details: Tickets are on sale all week. Will someone find the Queen this Sunday?
β’ Sunday Family Stroll π³πΆββοΈ
β’ Where: The Village Commons
β’ Details: Take a walk through our beautiful Commons and enjoy the crisp January air in the home of extraordinary Americans.
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