Get Out for Acoustic Music, Cover Tunes or Karaoke

DRINK SPECIAL OF THE WEEKEND

Where: Chicago Blu, 19917 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's the special? Chicago Blu has unveiled a menu of "skinny drinks," or cocktails low in calories, carbs and sugar. Drinks range from $6 to $7 and include margaritas, cosmopolitans, and mixed drinks made with Bacardi and Effen Black Cherry vodka.
More info:  See the Skinny Drink menu online or call 815-496-2204.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

FRIDAY, July 29

Where: 679 N. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music by The Bruno Duo.
When: Music starts at 6:30 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-0940 for reservations (strongly recommended).

Where: 19917 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music by New York band City Under Siege
When: 8 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Hear their music online or call 815-469-2204.

Where: 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
What's on tap? Entertain yourself and everyone in the bar by belting out your best karaoke pick. The funniest: When men do Britney Spears.
When: Starts between 9 and 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-9450. 

Where: 9680 Lincoln Way Ln., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music by Bernie Glim. 
When: 9 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call Tommy Nevin's at 815-464-1000 or visit the website. 

Where: 20214 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Taste a variety of wines and make some new friends. Don't like wine? Select a bottle of craft beer and have them speed-chill it for you.
When: 4-8 p.m.
How much? Complimentary tasting (full glasses and craft beers at regular price).
More info: Call 815-469-9994.

Where: 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's on tap? The huge patio is open all summer, complete with a bartender. Grab one of their craft beers and play a game of bean bags.
When: Anytime Charleston's is open.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

Where: 901 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox
What's on tap? Live music by Hard Times Band.
When: 8 p.m., with weather cooperation. If the music has to be brought it from the patio, music will start at 9 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleyhorse's website or call 815-463-1700. 

Where: 400 W. Maple St., New Lenox
What's on tap? All summer long, Papa Joe's has entertainment outside on patio every Friday, weather permitting. (In case of rain or lightning, entertainment will be moved indoors). Arrive before the music starts for happy hour food specials.  
When: 7 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-463-5637.

Where: 495 Degroate Rd , New Lenox
What's on tap? Live music by Rendition.
When: 8 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: See TomKelly's events page or call 815-462-8420.

SATURDAY, July 30

Where: 679 N. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live music from The Bruno Duo.
When: Music starts at 6:30 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-0940 for reservations (strongly recommended).

Where: 19917 S. La Grange Rd., Frankfort
What's on tap? Live acoustic music by Mark Taylor.
When: 8 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: See the website or call 815-469-2204.

Where: 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
What's on tap? Entertain yourself and everyone in the bar by belting out your best karaoke pick.
When: Starts between 9 and 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-9450. 

Where: 17 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort
What's on tap? Drinks and food in a relaxed atmosphere with standards played by a professional musician.
When: Live piano music all evening.
How much? No cover.
More info: See or call 815-806-7185.

Where: 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's on tap? The huge patio is open, complete with a bartender. Grab one of their craft beers and play a game of bean bags.
When: Anytime Charleston's is open.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

Where: 901 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox.
What's on tap? Live music by Legacy. 
When: 8 p.m. with weather cooperation. If the music has to be brought it from the patio, it starts at 9 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: See the website or call 815-463-1700.

Where: 1080 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox
What's on tap? Live music by Chris Murphy featuring Michelle Versetto.
When: 7 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-462-3900.

Where: 400 W. Maple St., New Lenox
What's on tap? Saturday is karaoke night at Papa Joe's. 
When: 7 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-463-5637.

SUNDAY, July 31

Where: 7900 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
What's on tap? Entertain yourself and (hopefully) everyone in the bar with your best karaoke pick.
When: Starts between 9 and 10 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-469-9450. 

Where: 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
What's on tap? The huge patio is now open, complete with a bartender. Grab one of their craft beers and play a game of bean bags.
When: Anytime Charleston's is open.
How much? No cover.
More info: See Charleston's website or call 815-462-2000.

Where: 1080 E. Lincoln Hwy., New Lenox
What's on tap? Enjoy date night with Chicago Dough's dinner special for two, includes a 13-inch pizza with two toppings, soup, salad bar and dessert.
When: Special is available all day.
How much? $20. There is also a dinner for four special for $29.
More info: See their specials online or call 815-462-3900.

Where: 1300 N Cedar Rd., New Lenox
What's on tap? Music by Nino Folino.
When: 6 p.m.
How much? No cover.
More info: Call 815-463-5637 for reservations (recommended).

(formerly House of Hughes)

Where: 201 E. Maple St., New Lenox
What's on tap? The name may change on a monthly basis, but regardless of the name, every Sunday afternoon, this is Lincoln-Way's place to play biscuit (a fun pool game).
When: All afternoon.
How much? $5 a game.
More info: Stop in and chat with one of the friendly bartenders.