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Paintball Charity Event in Joliet, IL

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:23:30 -0500

Sunday August 9, 2009 from 9:00am - 3:00pm Operation care package
611 Wilcox St., Joliet, Illinois 60435

Paintabll Charity event to benefit operation care package. This will be held at Challenge Park Extreme in Joliet. Sponsored by Joliet Police Dept.
Tickets are sold in advance for $20. and include park entrance, face mask & gun rental. You will be required to purchase the paintballs there. You may bring your own equipment if you have some.
100 % of proceeds from this event go directly to OCP.
For tickets or more info please contact Officer Remer at 815-724-3100. Or Debbie at 815-723-6869 Leave message and contact info. Ticket Info: $20. per person for the day

For all your real estate needs in the Joliet and surrounding areas, call LaNita Cates with REMAX of Joliet at 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com

Von Heidecke's Chicago Festival Ballet

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:21:28 -0500

Sunday August 9, 2009 at 2:00pm Rialto Square Theater
102 N Chicago St., Joliet, Illinois 60432

Von Heidecke's Chicago Festival Ballet is one of the newest and brightest classical dance companies now touring throughout the Midwest. The company, which made its international debut at Scotland's famed Edinburgh Festival in 1989, is composed of professional dancers drawn from the ranks of The School of the Chicago Festival Ballet, the Lyric Opera Ballet, the Joffrey Ballet, and other Chicagoland dance companies.
Ticket Info: $22

For all your Joliet real state home buying and selling, contact LaNita Cates with REMAX of Joliet. Call 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com

Summer Singles Conference Plainfield, IL

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:19:32 -0500

Saturday August 8, 2009 from 8:30am - 5:00pm St. Mary Immaculate Parish
15629 S. Rt. 59, Plainfield, Illinois 60544

Conference for Singles

St. Mary Immaculate Parish, Plainfield, IL is hosting a conference, "Enriched Relationships for Singles" on Saturday, August 8th. "This conference is an opportunity for personal growth and fun for all singles whether divorced, widowed or never married." says Kathy Yonker, event coordinator. She said participants will range from age 30 through 50's.

Featured speaker, Dr. Richard Marks, a licensed professional counselor and ordained minister, is Executive Director of Marriage Works, Inc. in Bradenton FL. Dr. Marks is the author and founder of the Enriched Relationships series of relationship curriculums that focuses on teaching healthy relationship skills to couples, singles, married and to those in the workplace.

Marks talk will focus on:

· The core needs of the heart

· Confiding: Key to connecting

· Communicating with strangling

· Experience the Abundant Life Heart

· Managing fear and anger

· Healing power of forgiveness

Yonker, former regional rep for Catholic Divorce Ministry, said the conference idea has been brewing in her mind for years. "Technology is great but we are replacing communication skills with gibberish text. How many times have you read an email and wondered if the writer was joking, being cynical or serious?" She adds, "If you want to truly connect with another, then you need to hear their voice tone, see their facial expression, observe their body language and listen-without being in front of an electronic device or having one in your ear."

The $25 conference fee ($30 after July 26) includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials. Registration form is available at the parish website, www.smip.org or at Catholic Divorce Ministry website, www.nacsdc.org or call the parish at 815-436-2657, ext. 846.

Yonker also runs "Divorce and Beyond" at the church. It is a ten-week peer support group for those in the process or recently divorced. "Divorce is terrible. We neither promote nor encourage it," she quickly noted. "The Church provides us a place to grieve, rebuild strength and lets us know we are not alone in our journey." More information can be found on either of the websites.
Ticket Info: $25 conference fee ($30 after July 26) Website: http://www.smip.org or www.nacsdc.org

For all your real estate needs in the Plainfield, Joliet and surrounding areas, contact LaNita Cates with REMAX of Joliet. Call 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com

All Hero's Welcome Block Party

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:17:04 -0500

Saturday August 8, 2009 from 4:00pm - 11:30pm Operation care package
611 Wilcox St., Joliet, Illinois 60435

Live music by Slick willy, food, drinks and games. All Military, Veterans ands supporters welcome. Come thank hero in person. Operation care package will also be accepting items that day to be included in care packages. For more info: Email Debbie at proudarmysis4@sbcglobal.net
Website: http://www.operationcarepackages.org

For all your real estate needs in the Joliet and surrounding areas, contact LaNita Cates with REMAX of Joliet. Call 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

LabFest Pilcher Park Nature Center

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 09:14:48 -0500

Saturday August 8, 2009 from 11:00am - 3:00pm Pilcher Park Nature Center
2501 Highland Park Drive, Joliet, Illinois 60432 Science Chicago presents... LabFests! will take place in local parks, neighborhood libraries and fab locations all across the region all summer long. Get your "wow" on and get into it with hands-on science fun featuring interactive demonstrations, crafts projects, science and environmental activities with some of the region's most popular museums, institutions and after school science organizations.

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Timbers’ ‘Concert in the Park’ Series Continues

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:07:19 -0500

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 16, 2009

CONTACT: Andy Richardson, GR-PR
630-789-8899 or arichardson@gr-pr.com

Timbers' ‘Concert in the Park' Series Continues
with Classical Music

The Timbers of Shorewood's summer "Concert in the Park" series continues at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, July 26, 1100 North River Road, Shorewood. Pianist and Singer Arkady Bodner and The Tenors 3 will provide classical music at the outdoor event.

Singer, Arkady Bodner will perform, playing music from around the world on the piano, accordion and keyboard. Guests will enjoy a variety of numbers from polka to swing.

The Tenors 3 will perform immediately following with assorted music ranging from opera, Broadway, ethnic songs, and holiday favorites. The Tenors 3 is a professional trio of classically trained tenor vocalists, including Oscar Menoyo, David Carmona, and Richard Gersten.

Various members of The Tenors 3 have been professionally engaged by the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Florentine Opera, Elgin Opera, Chamber Opera, the Festival Chorus and the Grant Park Symphony Chorus.

The "Concert in the Park" series is a monthly outdoor concert of live performances by top musicians. It takes place at Timbers of Shorewood's outdoor patio and is free and open to the public.

The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community which provides independent and assisted living apartments as well as a full schedule of activities and services. Furnished apartments are also available for a short-term stay - a weekend, a week, a month or longer.

The public is invited, and admission is free. For more information call Judy Malin at (815) 609-0669 or visit http://www.timbers-shorewood.com.

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\Andy Richardson
Ginny Richardson Public Relations
Phone: 630-789-8899
Web site: http://www.gr-pr.com
E-mail: arichardson@gr-pr.com
Twitter: PR_Richardson
LinkedIn: AndyRichardsonChicago

Plainfield IL REAL ESTATE - REMAX

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:36:17 -0500

Beautifully decorated Parker home that is one of a kind. 4 large bedrooms and a huge loft as well as an office with a partially finished basement makes this one a keeper. Large fenced yard with gorgeous landscaping and patio. All appliances stay. Home has been kept up very well. A lot of house for the money. Short sale. Call LaNita Cates at 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

Closed on a $1.775 MILLION dollar condo - someone pinch me!

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:30:07 -0500

Yep, you read it right. On Tuesday I closed on a $1,775,000 downtown Chicago condo and then attended another closing on a $385,000 home in Homer Glen. Last month I closed on a $975,000 home in Downers Grove. Last month I closed on 5 homes....don't tell me the market is suffering in the Chicagoland area because I won't believe you for one bit. I read and listen to people complain and complain and probably blog a little too much about nothing. There IS business out there waiting for you to grab and if you aren't out there grabbing it, someone else will!

Is this a post about bragging? Nope. It's a post to tell people that there is business out there and you can have it if you really want it.

Naperville IL REAL ESTATE - REMAX

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:03:37 -0500

Closed March 13, 2009

"This a quick note to say thank you so much LaNita in guarding, advising and being with us through our journey of purchasing our first house. My husband and I had just migrated from Australia and we had no idea how the system works here in USA. But you made the impossible possible. You were there whenever we needed you and was more than willing to clarify the jargon we did not understand. And most importantly that infectious smile and positive attitude of yours made the journey easier and exciting. We dont know how we could have done it without you, LaNita not only are you knowledgeable with the real estate market, your are the best person we have come across on both personal and professional level.. Your humility and honest beats us. We were priviledged to have you walk with us in this memorable journey. Keep up the good job, my husband and I would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking at buying a house. You were our best advocate and can never find the right words to say THANK YOU!!!!! GOD BLESS."
- Pam & George Nyamunduru, Naperville, IL

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Joliet IL OPEN HOUSE

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:59:12 -0500

ADORABLE 2 BEDROOM/1BATH IN THE CATHEDRAL AREA, BUILT IN BOOKSHELVES, HARDWOOD FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE, NEWER ROOF, SIDING, PORCH, FURNACE AND HOT WATER HEATER. STOVE, FRIDGE, WASHER/DRYER ALL STAY. $2,000 IN WINDOW TREATMENTS. FULL FINISHED BASEMENT WITH RECREATION ROOM AND OFFICE AS WELL AS SLEEPING AREA FOR COMPANY. $149,900

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 2:00 - 4:00PM

JOLIET IL

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:28:13 -0500

American Cancer Society Relay for Life - Joliet Saturday June 13, 2009 - Sunday June 14, 2009 from 2:00pm - 6:00am Joilet West High School
401 N. Larkin Ave., Joilet, Illinois 60435 One day. One night. One community. Relay for Life is about celebration, rememberance and hope. By participating, you honor cancer survivors, pay tribute to the lives we've lost to the disease and raise money to fight it all right here in your community. You won't want to miss one moment of this life- and community-affirming event!

Many teams sell food and have raffles. All money raised goes to the Joliet community for cancer research, early detection and prevention education, and a suite of free information, programs and services to help people that have cancer.
Website: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=15164

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Plainfield IL Real Estate

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:25:48 -0500

Subdivision garage sale Friday June 12, 2009 - Saturday June 13, 2009 from 9:00am - 3:00pm Blackberry Ridge subdivision in Plainfield, Illinois Tons of items including baby items, books, cd, records, ect..., collectibles, computers, electronics, furniture, gaming systems, and tons more for all the details go to:

www.garagesalestracker.com

Call LaNita Cates for all your real estate needs in the Plainfield and surrounding areas. Call 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

Lincoln: The Civil War and Will County Exhibition

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:43:06 -0500

Lincoln: the Civil War and Willcounty - Exhibition Sunday May 24, 2009 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm Joliet Area Historical Museum
204 N Ottawa St., Joliet, Illinois 60432 Get Directions The exhibit features Lincoln memorabilia, including a November 1860 issue of the Chicago Tribune proclaiming Lincoln as the new President and an April 1865...

Call LaNita Cates of REMAX of Joliet for all your home buying and home selling needs in Joliet and the surrounding areas. Call 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com

Bike the Drive in Chicago

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:31:06 -0500

Sunday May 24, 2009 from 5:30am - 12:00pm Lake Shore Drive
Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois Get Directions bike Lake Shore Drive
Sunday May 24, 2009

See the city's famous lakefront and architecture; relive legendary memories at the site of the 1893 World's Fair or the site of Barack Obama's history-making election speech; breeze through lush parks; and come together with family and friends - all while biking on eight lanes and 15 miles of a tranquil Lake Shore Drive.

The experience begins in Grant Park at Columbus and Jackson. From there, ride for miles in a bicycle utopia. View the entire route and ride guide here.

Bank of America Bike the Drive benefits the Active Transportation Alliance (formerly the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation), a non-profit biking, walking and transit advocacy organization.

Save $25 and support our mission with the Gold Package: $75 for Bike the Drive, Boulevard Lakefront Tour (Sept. 13) and all the benefits of a 1-year membership in the Active Transportation Alliance - a $100 value.

If you are visiting Chicago for Memorial Day weekend, check out all of Chicagoland's bicycling opportunities and accommodations.

Produced by the Active Transportation Alliance in cooperation with the City of Chicago and Mayor Richard M. Daley, the event benefits our work that brings you an improved biking, walking and transit environment in Chicagoland.

http://www.bikethedrive.org/

Route:
From 5:30 to 9:45 a.m., enjoy miles of unrestricted bicycling.

·Head north to the Bryn Mawr rest stop and return (15 miles).

·Head south to the Museum of Science and Industry rest stop and return (15 miles).

·Ride the entire loop! (30 miles).

·Choose your own distance. Check the map for turnaround points.

View the entire route and ride guide.

Schedule:

·5:30 a.m.: Upon police approval, Lake Shore Drive will open to bicyclists.

·9 a.m.: Bicyclists may not enter Lake Shore Drive; participants must be north of Randolph Street or south of Roosevelt Road

·9:45 a.m.: Volunteers will help participants safely move to the Lakefront Trail, which they can take back to the post-ride festival

·10:30 a.m.: Car traffic resumes on Lake Shore Drive

·8 a.m. - noon: Post-ride festival at Grant Park

Post-ride festival:
8 a.m. - noon

All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast from Goose Island: $7 ($2 goes to the Active Transportation Alliance)

For all your real estate needs, call LaNita Cates of REMAX of Joliet 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com

George Strait Concert TONIGHT!

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:27:49 -0500

Saturday May 23, 2009 at 8:00pm First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
19100 S. Ridgeland Ave.
Tinley Park, Illinois 60477 Get Directions George Strait
First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre (formerly Tweeter Center-il)
Tinley Park, IL Sat, May 23 2009
8:00 PM

Lots of Great Seats - Cheap!
E-TICKETS AVAILABLE
Ticket Info: $27.00 and up

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Plainfield IL Real Estate

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Thu, 07 May 2009 12:06:39 -0500

"Whether LaNita or any other realtor is responsible for sales in the millions or billions of dollars or not, that in itself doesn't impress me.

LaNita will work just as hard for you regardless of the price tag. Her work ethic and integrity shine through.

LaNita is focused as can be. LaNita never once answered an unsolicited call during any of the time we were working together, be it going to a house, viewing the house, or writing up an offer. If on the rare occasion I asked a question she didn't have an answer to, she might call for clarification on it from the other agent. That would be the only time she was on the phone in my presence.

You don't wonder if she's on your side, you know it.

Due to economic circumstances, my price range changed somewhat during the course of the house hunting process, and LaNita completely understood it.

Since I don't buy houses for any other reason than to live in, my experience with realtors is limited to 3 buys and two sells. That said, LaNita is the only one for me.

Had LaNita been selling homes at the time I put mine up for sale, I definitely would have signed up with her. Fortunately for you, she does now.

If and when I put my current home up for sale, I won't consider anyone else."

John Sankis, Plainfield IL - Closed Feb. 13, 2009

Naperville IL Events

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Thu, 07 May 2009 12:04:26 -0500

Naperville Community Gardeners 29th Annual Plant Sale Saturday May 9, 2009 from 7:30am - 2:00pm Naperville Community Garden Plots
West Street, Naperville, Illinois Naperville Community Gardeners 29th Annual Plant Sale will feature quality annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and hanging baskets from local growers. Special features of the sale are perennials from club member's gardens and plants grown by club members, including heirloom tomatoes. Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions. Proceeds from the sale support the club's community projects.
Website: http://www.napervillecommunitygardeners.org

For all your home buying and selling needs, call LaNita Cates at 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com

Babe's Hotdog Car Cruise, JOLIET, IL

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Tue, 05 May 2009 09:37:52 -0500

Babe's Hot Dog Car Cruise Wednesday May 6, 2009 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm Babe Hot Dog
2600 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, Illinois 60436

Every Wednesday night thru the summer from 6-9pm. Come out for some great food from Babe's Hot Dog in Joliet. Look at the finest collection of cars, trucks, and motorcycles in the area. Listen to your favorite song from Your Request DJ Service. We raise money thru a 50/50 raffle to support Operation Care Package. Website: http://www.babeshotdogs.com

For all your Joliet real estate needs, call LaNita with REMAX at 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

Hinsdale Cooks! Hinsdale, IL

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Tue, 05 May 2009 09:34:08 -0500

Hinsdale Cooks! Kitchen Walk Friday May 8, 2009 from 10:00am - 3:00pm Immanuel Hall
3rd and Grant Streets, Hinsdale, Illinois 60521

Hinsdale Cooks! The fifth annual kitchen walk will feature six new tour homes and their designer kitchens. Each kitchen will showcase the latest in kitchen décor and design ideas to suit a myriad of lifestyles, and kitchen sizes with themes unique to the architecture of each home.

All kitchens feature a tablescape as well as festive design ideas by fabulous retailers, florists and designers. The scene in each of these remarkable homes offers many new and fresh ideas such as a "La Maison Française" a warm and sophisticated French Country theme, or "School's Out, Summer's In" a stylish and whimsical table décor. A variety of festivities and tastings will be available throughout the event, so don't miss a home.

This year attendees can also look forward to a special box lunch provided by Tommy R's. The luncheon will be enjoyed inside the newly- renovated Historic Immanuel Hall. Linger a little longer at Historic Immanuel Hall and browse a variety of items that will make for a perfect gift for Mom.

A Cooks Day Out Raffle rounds out the day and includes a 40" Flat Panel LCD HDTV, and a variety of exciting packages including "Pamper Yourself", "Something for the Chef", "Home is Where The Heart Is" and more!

Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of walk. A pre-ordered boxed luncheon will be available.
Ticket Info: Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of walk and $15 for a box lunch Website: http://www.kitchen-walk.com

Joliet IL Events

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Sun, 03 May 2009 21:51:33 -0500

Jazzercise Health and Stress Workshop Saturday May 9, 2009 from 8:15am - 11:30am Jazzercise
805 Western Ave., Joliet, Illinois 60435

FREE WORKSHOP HEALTH AND STRESS
"Learn Why Stress is one of The Leading Underlying Causes of Many Health Problems"
Do You Suffer From:

· Radiating Pain

· Fatigue

· Deep Aches

· Stabbing Pain

· Burning Feeling

· Digestive Trouble

· Weight Trouble

· Pain that Comes and Goes

Do You Wonder What's Wrong? Find Out ..... Presented by Health Awareness Inc.
Guest Speaker - Dr.Vida Puodziunas, D.C.

Come to our classes that morning at no charge. Bring light weights and water and a mat to exercise on the floor. Jazzercise class 8:35am or 9:30am
Health and stress workshop 10:30 am
Jazzercise and workshopr held at the
First Presbyterian Church 805 Western ave
Joliet IL.

Call to SIGN UP TODAY 815-485-4949!
For Jazzercise class info visit www.jazzercise.com or contact by
email lizsjolietjazz@aol.com

Joliet IL Events

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Sun, 03 May 2009 21:49:29 -0500

Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain!

Friday May 8, 2009 at 8:00pm Rialto Square Theater, 102 N Chicago St., Joliet, Illinois 60432

When 'Hal Holbrook's Mark Twain Tonight!' opened Off-Broadway at New York City's 41st Theatre in 1959, it took the theatre world by storm and became an immediate hit. What started as a college honors project for aspiring actor Hal Holbrook soon became the model for one-man theatrical performances. Adapting more than 12 years of the great literary humorist's material, Holbrook is a master of his trade and an expert at engaging audiences.
Ticket Info: $42-$52

For all your Joliet real estate needs (as well as surrounding areas) call LaNita Cates with REMAX at 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

Plainfield IL Event for American Cancer Society

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Sun, 03 May 2009 21:43:38 -0500

Matt's Pit Crew Hot Dog Sales Saturday May 16, 2009 from 11:00am - 4:00pm at Strack & Van Til -
59 & Cation Farm Road, Plainfield, Illinois 60586

This event will be for the American Cancer Society, we will be selling hot dogs for our Relay for Life team, Matt's Pit Crew.

Come out and support the American Cancer Society, and have a cheap lunch.
Ticket Info: $1.00

For all your real estate needs in Plainfield and the Plainfield area, call LaNita Cates with REMAX at 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

Romeoville IL Real Estate - Great Home and New Price! Plainfield Schools

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:53:47 -0500

New Price of $194,900! Stunning 3 bed/2.1 bath home with beautiful hardwood floors throughout entire first floor, stairway to upstairs and upstairs hallway. All appliances stay. Huge deck with fenced yard. Family room in finished basement. Neutral paint throughout. Bonus room off of 2nd bedroom perfect for office or toyroom. You will not be disappointed with this gorgeous home! This is NOT a short sale or foreclosure.

JOLIET ILLINOIS REAL ESTATE - FREE MLS HOME SEARCH

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:46:14 -0500

Beautiful 2 bed/1.1 bath townhome with full finished basement with wet bar. Awesome backyard facing woods so no neighbors behind. All appliances stay. Balcony off master bedroom looks down to family/living room which is large enough to use as dining area easily. Kitchen is also large enough for table/chairs in front of the bay window. Extra parking spaces so easily fit 3 cars plus 2 car garage. Located off 55 so very convenient. 4158 Caribout Court, Joliet. Call LaNita Cates at REMAX of Joliet 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com.

Foreign Film Night in Plainfield IL

LaNita Cates (REMAX of Joliet) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:12:03 -0500

date:Wednesday, May 6, 2009 time:6:00 PM to 8:00 PM venue:Plainfield Public Library District address:705 North Illinois Street Plainfield, IL 60544 View map from:Plainfield Public Library District

Once a month a foreign film will be shown. There will be a brief introduction to the film and an optional discussion after the film. Parents must accompany minors (or sign a permission slip) when R rated films are shown. Registration is required, open to grades 9 and up.

May 6 - Amelie (R)

For all your real estate needs in the Plainfield area, please call LaNita Cates at REMAX. 630-341-1545 or visit www.lanitacates.com