Good morning, Joliet.

Trinity Services in New Lenox, founded in 1950 to help children with developmental disabilities, has grown into a leading nonprofit that offers community programs and support services.

The organization will celebrate its 75th anniversary on September 18 at the Better Together Dinner Dance and Auction at DiNolfo’s in Homer Glen + it is asking the public for historical photos for the milestone celebration.

Morning Delight Cafe opened on Sept.

4 in Crest Hill and held a ribbon cutting on Aug. 21 at 2400 Caton Farm Road Units M+N. The cafe serves breakfast and lunch with specials like chicken chilaquiles and cheesy quesadillas.

The Joliet Symphony Orchestra will start its 2025-26 season with 'Impassioned,' featuring music by Verdi, Canfield and Borodin at the Harold & Margaret Moser Performing Arts Center University of St. Francis in Joliet on Sept.

27 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 28 at 4 p.m. — the concerts also offer a free pre-concert discussion series called Noteworthy.

The Joliet Public Library will host its first FAME event at the Ottawa Street Branch on Oct.

4, 2025 (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) where visitors can see an Artist Market, live acoustic sets and family activities like face-painting and a drawing workshop. The free event celebrates local art, music and community talent.

The teachers' union at Valley View School District 365U reached a tentative contract agreement on Friday that averted a strike in 20 schools in Bolingbrook and Romeoville, and the deal now awaits final approval from union members and the Board of Education — a step that protects about 16,000 students.

Newman beat Erie-Prophetstown 49-14 on Saturday as transfers Asher Ernst and Rylan Alvarado made key plays—Ernst with two interceptions and Alvarado with two rushing touchdowns that helped solidify the win.

Rhapsody Of Fire Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Forge — Check for ticket details — Experience the epic sounds of Rhapsody Of Fire with a thrilling live performance.

Concerts in the Park 2025

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Preservation Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in the beautiful setting of Joliet's Preservation Park.

Scorey Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Ticketed event — Enjoy a vibrant show with reserved seating that offers the best views from the balcony.

Annual Fur Ball Fundraising Event

6 p.m. — Harrah's Joliet — Ticket purchase required — An evening of fun, food, and entertainment to support the local shelter for homeless pets.

Classic Seger: Travelin' Man 2025 World Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $41.50 — Experience the legendary sounds of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band with a thrilling live performance.

Stone & Steel Spooky 5K

8 a.m. — Joliet Downtown Property — Registration fee applicable — Dress in your best Halloween costume and run through historic Joliet.

The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Experience the timeless music of The Beatles with spot-on renditions by an award-winning tribute band.

Tenth Annual Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference

5 PM - 4 PM — Joliet Area Historical Museum — Registration open — Explore the significance of Route 66 with insightful talks and activities.