Kevin Newberry

Take time for yourself during a mindful, naturalist-led hike, followed by warm beverages and views of the Des Plaines River.

The city of Joliet is kicking off its holiday season with two community traditions – the annual Santa Send-Off and the 49th Festival of the Gnomes.

During the ceremony, volunteers will lay remembrance wreaths on the graves of over 150 veterans while saying each veteran’s name aloud.

Sip hot coffee while birdwatching through the picture windows of Isle a la Cache Library in Romeoville. This free event is intended for ages 16 and older.

The community is encouraged to donate new or gently used coats, hats, gloves and scarves for distribution to residents who need them most.

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County set up a resource table, offering information on the services available to veterans in Will County.

Lifting heavy snow quickly increases your heart rate. For people who have heart disease—or don’t know they have it—this can trigger a heart attack, the Silver Cross Medical Group said.

The bill would also create a new property tax repayment plan, giving counties the authority to establish structured payment options for unpaid taxes, according to state Sen. Rachel Ventura’s office.

The 27th annual Light Up the Holidays Festival in downtown Joliet will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday.

Will County communities are getting ready to welcome in the holiday season with these festivals, parades and tree lightings.

The new facilities are designed to improve response times for cardiac emergencies.

Citgo Innovation Academies are STEM-focused educational programs to build a K-12 pipeline of future innovators in communities near Citgo’s operational areas.

The caucus is a regional coalition representing 275 cities, towns and villages across northeastern Illinois, working collaboratively on public policy issues that impact the region.

Guest speaker Chris Baker, tattoo artist and owner of Ink180 Ministry, will discuss how traffickers use social media to target victims.

All proceeds will be used to operate the nonprofit radio station. WCSF-88.7 FM is known in the greater Joliet area for its “Spirit of Christmas” programming.