Every year I ask that my children express what they are thankful for on Thanksgiving. Of course, we are all forever thankful for our families and friends, our health and the world around us. As I ran around town yesterday and today gathering all things needed for tomorrow, I noticed all of the little things around me that I was thankful for.
I am thankful for.. Continue reading
Here in Orland Park we are blessed to have the awesome “valet” drop-off and pick-up system at our public schools. Teachers stand outside and make sure our little ones get safely into the building. I love this luxury, especially when the morning does not afford me the time to change out of my PJ’s. I was surprised to learn that this is not common practice elsewhere as my kids have never attended school anywhere else. It makes me appreciate it even more. Continue reading
Come on out this Thursday night to Pompei restaurant in Orland Park for some great food, a fun time and a wonderful cause! From 6pm to 9pm free appetizers will be served, discounted drinks will be offered and vendors will offer a multitude items to help you complete some of your holiday shopping.
Bring a non-perishable food donation for the Orland Township food pantry!
I’ve got a horrible case of Strep throat. My voice is all but gone and every ounce of energy is drained from my body. Nevertheless, this does not change the fact that many things still need to be accomplished today. Up at 6am, I lay motionless on the couch in the family room as the kids make their way to the kitchen for breakfast. My eldest takes his place at the head of the table and looks around, surely he was wondering where in the world his breakfast was. Since it hurts to speak, I patiently wait to see what would happen next. Continue reading
Halloween is almost here! Costumes are ready and local kids are super excited about the possibility of bags full of candy. Trick or Treating hours in the village are listed as 2pm through 7pm this year. Continue reading
No, I did not win the lottery. The island I am referring to is purely symbolic. Let me explain…Over 15 years ago, I was a young bride living in the city, preparing for my first ever Thanksgiving dinner party. On the invite list were my mom, dad and stepmom, my sister, brother and his family. I was a bit pouty because at 21, I wanted to invite my friends as well and my husband talked me out of it, saying that the guests would not mesh well. Continue reading
Cafe Gaston will be hosting a Grand Re-opening event on Wednedsay, October 26th from 5-7pm! Besides the obvious reasons to go to Cafe Gaston like spectacular food and amazing service, they are holding a ribbon cutting ceremony and will be raffling of a 42″ TV, $100 and $50 Cafe Gaston gift cards and more. Continue reading
Orland Park Mom was invited to a VIP Sneak Preview of the brand spankin’ new Ross Dress For Less tonight. Of course I accepted and was excited to see what all the buzz was about. I was told I could bring guest, so of course I asked Orland Park Dad to tag along so that he too could partake in the festivities…that and I needed a cart concierge. Continue reading
Loyal OP Mom subscriber, Carrie, has clued me in to another local kids eat free option. Francesca’s, located at 12960 S. LaGrange Rd. in Palos Park, offers a kids eat free discount on Mondays. One child age 12 an under can receive a complimentary item from the kids’ menu with every adult entrée purchased.
A gluten-free menu is available as well.
Yet another excuse to take a break from kitchen duties and have a nice dinner out with the family.
Since 2003, Francesca’s Vicinato has been a neighborhood favorite, offering standard casual Northern Italian cuisine with influences from Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio.
Besides Monday’s kids eat free special, the restaurant also offers a 5 course dinner special on Tuesday for $24.99, half-price bottles of wine on Wednesdays and $5 martini Thursdays.
Thank you, Carrie, for the heads up!
Visit Francesca’s site for more information.
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