Lemont Unlocked

Little Mountain Community Theatre Is The Word

Little Mountain Community Theatre is presenting Grease from July 17 thru July 19th. We learn all about this Lemont-based group performing around the area, including at Lemont High School. Find out why this version of Grease will be closer to the original musical while still providing your favorite movie moments, and discover why their name is all about the Village of Lemont.
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
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Lemont Farmers Market 2026

The 2026 version of the Lemont Farmers Market may be the biggest and best yet! Curator Amanda Thomsen shows off this summer's lineup and we hit some of the best tents (and hottest sauces) as Lemont Downtown's Tuesdays get a little better.
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
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Whiskey Fest at The Forge

Experience the first-ever Whiskey Fest at The Forge as distilleries from Illinois and beyond show off their creations. Plus, sit down with Jeremie Bacon for a rundown on what is new and coming soon to The Forge as Lemont's summer is just heating up!
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
🔗 Discover Lemont DowntownWebsite: www.lemontdowntown.comPodcast: www.lemontdowntown.com/unlockedInstagram: www.instagram.com/lemontdowntownFacebook: www.facebook.com/lemontdowntownEmail & SMS: Subscribe here
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In Lemont The Pub Pulls Up To You

An idea turned into a conversation and brought two Lemont couples to the creation of a mobile pub company. Get the story of Pull Up Pubs and check out the driveway experience that you could have at your next big event. The creativity of Lemont residents turned small business owners is once again featured on Lemont Unlocked!
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
🔗 Discover Lemont DowntownWebsite: www.lemontdowntown.comPodcast: www.lemontdowntown.com/unlockedInstagram: www.instagram.com/lemontdowntownFacebook: www.facebook.com/lemontdowntownEmail & SMS: Subscribe here
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Lemont And Lockport Celebrate The Mother Road

Two sister cities unite to celebrate their origins on Route 66. Lockport Mayor Steven Streit and his wife Wendy bring their love of art to the forefront with unique benches marking 100 years of The Mother Road. Local artist Rob Moriarty then shows off the bench he created for the Village Green in Lemont Downtown. Get a detailed look at this work of art along the "Original Detour."
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
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Lemont Gets Its Kicks On Route 66

As Route 66 celebrates 100 years, Lemont discovers that Main Street was once part of the historic cross-country road. Join us from the patio at Hughie McClafferty's as local author and historian Jason Berry explains how Lemont and Lockport found out they were part of The Mother Road. 
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
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Planting Day With Lemont Garden Club

The Lemont Garden Club is behind all of the beautiful flowers you see planted every year in Lemont Downtown. Join them for Planting Day 2026 as this group plants a whole lot of flowers in just one day. Find out how Lemont gets primed for summertime!
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
🔗 Discover Lemont DowntownWebsite: www.lemontdowntown.comPodcast: www.lemontdowntown.com/unlockedInstagram: www.instagram.com/lemontdowntownFacebook: www.facebook.com/lemontdowntownEmail & SMS: Subscribe here
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Cooking At Southernish

Discover a new business in Lemont Downtown that offers personal chef services, cooking events and so much more. Unlock Southernish with us as we make tortillas from scratch. We found a family and veteran owned business that adds another unique experience to Lemont.
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
🔗 Discover Lemont DowntownWebsite: www.lemontdowntown.comPodcast: www.lemontdowntown.com/unlockedInstagram: www.instagram.com/lemontdowntownFacebook: www.facebook.com/lemontdowntownEmail & SMS: Subscribe here
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New Ventures In Lemont Downtown

Out and about on a Saturday in Lemont Downtown, we check in with two locations embarking on something new. B-Sides By Moose Vinyl is a record store you may have visited under another name that now is under new ownership with a very exciting direction. Pollyanna brews beer, distills spirits and now produces coffee. Have a cold brew and hear about barrel-aged coffee beans with us!
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
🔗 Discover Lemont DowntownWebsite: www.lemontdowntown.comPodcast: www.lemontdowntown.com/unlockedInstagram: www.instagram.com/lemontdowntownFacebook: www.facebook.com/lemontdowntownEmail & SMS: Subscribe here
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The Bakery Box Is There 24/7

A small (really small) business in Lemont with big flavors, The Bakery Box has done a lot in very little space. Discover a hidden nook in Lemont Downtown with fresh desserts from several area bakeries that will definitely surprise you!
Chris Lanuti and Tess Abbasi can't wait to unlock Lemont for you. Subscribe for free on your favorite podcast player and never miss an episode! Lemont Unlocked is a podcast produced by The Broadcast Basement with Lemont Downtown — the beloved southeastern Chicago suburb formed by immigrants over 150 years ago. Today, Lemont Downtown has become a hub for small businesses, shares a rich culture within an engaged community, and is full of history and charm. The Lemont Unlocked podcast tells the stories of the natural landscape, local businesses, and fun hidden gems.
🔗 Discover Lemont DowntownWebsite: www.lemontdowntown.comPodcast: www.lemontdowntown.com/unlockedInstagram: www.instagram.com/lemontdowntownFacebook: www.facebook.com/lemontdowntownEmail & SMS: Subscribe here
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