1. Claim Your Listing: We offer an extensive business directory with free basic listings. Find yours and claim it so you can add new photos and update information. Just click "Claim it!" where you see "Do you own or manage this location?"

2. Post Events: You can add events to our calendar by logging in and going to the events page here. All local events and events of local interest can be posted in our events calendar. If your business is hosting a free workshop, volunteer event, a onetime sale or promotion, please add it!

3. Share Your Expertise: We offer community members an opportunity to write in our Local Voices section. Do you run a hardware store? Then blog about how-to home projects! Maybe you're an accountant? Write about tax tips for residents! Email editor michael.sewall@patch.com if you're interested in writing for Local Voices.

4. Connect on Social Media: Make sure your business likes New Lenox Patch on Facebook and follows us on Twitter. I'll follow you back and share your news with my readers.

5. Advertising and Local Deals: Patch offers a lot of ways to get your business out there through advertising. We have banner ads, coupons and local deals! If you want more information, email advertising manager Sharon Carr at sharon.carr@patch.com or read this brochure.

Want to know more? Listen to business owners talk about the power of advertising on Patch or read reasons advertising on Patch is good for your business.