Farm & Barn Fest Features Agriculture Demos, Flea Market, Quilting and a Country Concert

Find out what's going on in business, village-sponsored fun and community outreach projects throughout the week in the Lincoln-Way communities.

The Farm & Barn Festival at Yunker Farm, 10824 LaPorte Road in Mokena, is slated for Saturday, Aug. 17. It has something for everyone. So keep this daylong event on your radar. It's a trip back to the 19th century where kids can watch a genuine sheep shearing contest, woodworking, spinning and more.

The festival begins at 10 a.m. and shuts down at 11 p.m. with the completion of a country concert by Mokena's very own Sean Skyler Duo, followed by headliner Crazy Talk.

Make sure to take advantage of the flea market, which runs from8 a.m.-2 p.m. on the East Soccer Fields at the Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center, 10847 W. LaPorte Road. The 6th annual Quilt Show is scheduled from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center.

No community festival is complete without the baby contest. It starts at 10:30 a.m. at Yunker Farm.

Now for the kids, there will be potato sack races, giant slides, pony hops and min-tractor rides.   

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Tuesday

23rd Annual Mokena Mayors Charitable Golf Outing  

This year Mayor Frank Fleischer will be hosting the event. There are limited tee times, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 13 at Green Garden Country Club, 9511 W. Manhattan-Monee Road, south of Frankfort. Shotgun start and tee times begin at 11:30 a.m. Call 708-479-3900 to reserve your spot.

Wednesday

Movie in the Commons

The Village of New Lenox Movie in the Commons. The feature this week is "Peter Pan." Sprinkle some fairy dust, grab a blanket or bring a chair to watch how Peter struggles with never growing up. The film starts at dusk.  

FHBA Girls Night Out

Warm summer breezes bring  Frankfort Historic Business Association Girls Nights Out to town from 6-9 pm. This night is for you ladies. Leave the kids at home and shop for yourself. Take advantage of the many restaurants in the downtown business district and enjoy a meal out with the girls.  

Thursday

Cruisin' Frankfort

Cruisin' Frankfort, the classic car show for motor enthusiasts, invites you to bring your favorite gal and check out those Mustangs, Camaros and other sexy muscle cars. It's certain you'll find a Model- T Ford or two in the show too.  

Friday

Eli Young Country Concert

The Eli Young Band performs at 9 p.m. with the Grammy-nominated country and western band. at the Village Commons.  Tickets are $25 and available at New Lenox Village Hall, 1 Veterans Parkway.

Saturday

Marty J. Larson II Foundation Golf Outing

Martin J. Larson II Foundation Golf Outing.  Located at Sanctuary Golf Course.  Check-in 10:30 a.m., Lunch 11:00 a.m., Shotgun at Noon.  For more information, view the Marty Larson Foundation website.

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