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Students in fourth through 12th grades are invited to the library's mini-golf event on Wednesday, July 25. The event will take place from 3-4 p.m.
It's used to be home to Root Studios, but since the business has relocated to a new spot in Mokena, the former photography studio at 10100 W. 191st Street now stands empty. Patch wants to know: What Should Go Here?
Check out what's dropping out of Redbox kiosks in Mokena most this week.
The Mokena Community Park Foundation held its inaugural President's Cup Golf Outing on Monday, July 16. The event was held to raise funds for the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation.
The District 159 Board of Education approved the bid from Performance Chemical, to the tune of nearly $11,000, for a new Envirox Dilution Control system, for schools in the district.
Patch is making a list—and you're checking it twice—of all the supplies your student(s) will need this year at Mokena Junior High School.
The Mokena School District 159 Board of Education heard from MJHS Principal Mike Rolinitis and parent Heidi Yergler Herrmann on the district's bullying policy, but held off on any changes.
Hired July 1, new MIS principal Eric Melnyczenko has spent his time learning the ins and outs of his new building and is eagerly awaiting the first day of school.
Patch is making a list—and you're checking it twice—of all the supplies your student(s) will need this year at Mokena Intermediate School.
John Troy, current District 159 School Board President, would apply for the district's vacant business manager position. Troy told Patch the position would be an ideal fit for him, and he is ready to relinquish his role as president.
Firechicken, featuring three Mokena members, is set to rock Tommy Nevin's in Frankfort on July 21, after blowing the doors off the Scarth Lane block party on July Fourth.
The Mokena Community Public Library is waiving all late fees for residents during the month of July. Residents with overdue items are encouraged to take advantage of the program while it lasts.
The Mokena Community Library hosted Chef Michael Niksic as part of its "Reading is So Delicious," summer reading program on Tuesday, July 17. Chef Niksic gave a brief overview of ice cream's history, before serving up three tasty treats to attendees.
Patch sat down with Anna Kirchner, new principal at MES, and talked about her educational experience, past jobs and what she envisions for her new role.
Patch is making a list—and you're checking it twice—of all the supplies your student(s) will need this year at Mokena Elementary School.
Mokena police reports from July 10-16.