Events

Alderman Dejuan Gardner, and Sistahs Strong Inc. invite residents to a FREE Community Food Giveaway on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Jesus Shepard of Souls Parish, 768 Lincoln Avenue in Calumet City. Families can receive fresh produce, toiletries, snacks, Bombas socks, bedding packs, and valuable community and youth resources […]

Mayor Thaddeus M. Jones invites you to attend the 2026 State of the City Address on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Thornton Fractional North High School, 755 Pulaski Road. Join city leadership as they provide important updates on the progress, growth, and future vision for the City of Calumet […]

The City of Calumet City is advising residents that an Extreme Heat Watch is expected to impact our area beginning Monday, June 29 at 12:00 PM. Projected temperatures throughout the week are expected to remain in the upper 80s to low 90s, with overnight lows in the mid-to-upper 60s. 🏛️ Cooling Center Available Residents needing […]

Residents affected by the severe storms and flooding that occurred on June 10–11, 2026, may be eligible for disaster assistance through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Disaster assistance locations will be available from July 15 through July 30 to help residents apply and receive information about available assistance. Suburban Cook County Locations: 2434 Vermont […]

📅 Saturday, July 18, 2026🕙 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.📍 Calumet City City Hall204 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL 60409 Safely clear out unwanted documents, old electronics, and expired prescription medications at this free community recycling event hosted by State Representative Marcus C. Evans, Jr., in partnership with Calumet City Mayor Thaddeus Jones and Cook […]

📅 Tuesday, July 21, 2026 🕙 10:00 AM 📍 1459 Sibley Blvd. Calumet City, IL 60409 The community is invited to celebrate the Grand Opening of Calumet Florist, Calumet City's newest neighborhood flower shop. Come show your support for a new local business and discover beautiful floral arrangements, gifts, and services designed for every occasion. […]

Saturday, July 25 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (while supplies last) Sears Parking Lot at River Oaks Mall 100 River Oaks Drive, Calumet City, IL 60409 This Saturday, our community comes together to help our neighbors recover. Mayor Thaddeus Jones and the City of Calumet City are proud to partner with Sistahs Strong, the Village […]

📅 Sunday, July 26, 2026⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM📍 1719 River Oaks Drive, Calumet City, IL 60409 Join us for Big Pa Cares, a day dedicated to community, connection, and care as we honor the life and legacy of Charles “Big Pa” Austin. This free, family-friendly event is open to everyone and will feature […]

📅 Thursday, August 6, 2026 🕘 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 📍 Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 Paxton Avenue, South Holland, IL Join State Senator Napoleon Harris, State Representative Thaddeus Jones, and Commissioner Stanley Moore for a morning of exploration and outdoor fun at Legislators' Day in the Preserves! Discover the beauty of the Forest […]

📅 Friday, August 7, 2026⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM📍 Calumet City Public Library660 S. Manistee Ave., Calumet City, IL Join the Calumet City Senior Citizen Advisory Committee and Calumet City Teen REACH Youth & Family Services for an afternoon of fun, resources, fellowship, and community connections for the entire family! Enjoy: 🎲 Games for seniors and […]

📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026 🕛 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM 📍 Kingdom Builders Church 1187 Sibley Blvd., Calumet City, IL Get ready to kick off the new school year with a day full of fun, community, and free resources at Kingdom Builders Church's Back 2 School Fest! Join us for an exciting afternoon featuring: […]