Mothers Day Buffet at the American Legion

Mothers Day Buffet by JH Sweis Catering. Make your reservations now.

Caterers' Grand Opening Has Patriotic Flavor

The owners of JH Sweis Caterers were peppered with compliments by the American Legion at their grand opening.

A formal flag ceremony marked the opening comments for the JH Sweis Catering grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony by the New Lenox Chamber of Commerce at the American Legion Post #1977. Jan and Hayle Sweis are the new in-house catering service for both the American Legion Canteen Restaurant as well as for the banquet facility. Before serving hors doeuvres and pulled pork sandwiches, the Past Commander Craig Phillips of New Lenox praised the couple's commitment to helping the American Legion complete its dream to become a viable spot for social gatherings and casual conversations over a meal. Since 2009, the American Legion has been working on plans to update and revamp the building, he said. A $2 million investment brought the …

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New Lenox Community Events and Information: Jan. 21-Jan. 23

Why not take advantage of the variety of fun events coming up. Peruse the calendar and see what catches your interest.

Every Monday and Thursday we'll feature community events put on by local businesses and organizations. Are You a Business Owner? Want more info? Email editor Ann Piasecki or advertising manager Sharon Carr. MONDAY, JAN. 21 Fitness Fun for 2013, All day at Lincoln-Way West High School, 21701 Gougar Rd. FREE Word Basics, 5:30 p.m. at New Lenox Public Library District, 120 Veterans Pkwy. Cost is $5. TUESDAY, JAN. 22 Tai Chi for Seniors, 1 p.m. at Guy Sell Senior Housing Center, 1090 S Cedar Rd., Cost is $30.  Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, 4:30 p.m. at JH Sweis Catering, 14414 Ford Drive (inside American Legion Hall). Sponsored by the New Lenox Chamber of Commerce. FREE Red Hot Mamas - Presence Healthy Healing Arts Pavilion, 6 p.m. at Presence …

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Sherwin-Williams Paints, Stains and Supplies Store is Open in New Lenox

Looking to bring color to your world? Stop by Sherwin-Williams for the supplies and an array of hues.

Sherwin-Williams Paints, Stains, Colors and Supplies has opened a store in New Lenox. Already members of the New Lenox Chamber of Commerce, the store, located at 1060 E. Lincoln Highway, is staffed with a informed personnel whose aim is to help customers select the perfect color paint for home, office and more. The store is stocked with paint supplies to help get the job done right. The store caters to homeowners, property and facility managers, contractors and home builders. Store hours are: For information, call the store at: 815.463.8330. Readers might like: Two Ways to Stay Patched-In: 

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JH Sweis Catering Adds Zesty Menu for Banquets at the American Legion

JH Sweis Catering brings 25 years of experience to the American Legion, while also catering corporate events, weddings and more.

Jan—she's the "J"—and Hayle—he's the "H"—are the main ingredients in JH Sweis Catering. Together the two have taken their 25 years of experience in the food industry and moved it into the newly remodeled Tom E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977, 14414 Ford Drive. They're the new in-house caterer for banquets held at the American Legion. They took an empty space and created a kitchen where dishes like Thai Green Curry Spoons (a grilled chicken dish served with bamboo shoots laced with coconut green curry sauce), custom pasta dinners and mini Caesar salad bites are prepared right along with a rib eye steak sandwich, a juicy hamburger and exquisite sweet trays. In other words, whether you're in the mood for an elegant entrée or a hearty meal…

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