Olive and Oak Planning & Events

04/13/2025

✨ Make Your Next Event Unforgettable! ✨

At Olive & Oak Events, we specialize in creating stress-free, memorable events that leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s a birthday, wedding, corporate event, or celebration “just because,” we bring your vision to life with style, ease, and creativity.

From flawless planning to picture-perfect ex*****on, we’ve got you covered every step of the way!

Let’s make magic together.
Contact us today for a free consultation!

Call/Text: (262) 588-4420
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.oliveandoakevents.com/

04/07/2025

Graduation season is around the corner!
Celebrate your grad’s big achievement with a party they’ll never forget — beautifully planned, styled, and stress-free.

🎉 Let Olive & Oak Planning & Events bring your vision to life.
📆 Now booking May–June 2025!

✨ Custom décor
✨ Catering coordination
✨ Balloon installs & charcuterie
✨ Backyard, indoor, or venue-ready plans

📩 DM us or click the link in bio to reserve your date!

03/25/2025

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, engagement, anniversary, or just want a dreamy day outdoors with your favorite people—Olive & Oak Events has you covered!

Our luxury picnic experiences are designed with elegance, comfort, and unforgettable details. Think plush seating, custom tablescapes, florals, charcuterie, ambient lighting, and more—all curated just for you.

📍 We’ll set up at your favorite park, backyard, lakeside, or hidden gem.
💫 Perfect for:
• Romantic date nights
• Bridal & baby showers
• Girls’ day out
• Proposals
• Family gatherings

Let us bring the style, the vibe, and the magic—you just show up and enjoy. 💕

📩 DM us or email [email protected] to book your luxury picnic today!

03/24/2025

03/13/2025

📢 TOMORROW!!!
MEET THE CANDIDATES – THIS FRIDAY! 🗳️

Join us for an exciting Get Out to Vote & Meet the Candidates event! This is your chance to meet the individuals running for local offices and learn more about their vision for Antioch.

📅 Date: Friday, March 14th
📍 Location: Antioch VFW
⏰ Time: 5PM - 8PM
🎟️ FREE Event & Open to the Public!

✨ CONFIRMED CANDIDATES ATTENDING:
🏛️ Village of Antioch
✔️ Scott J. Gartner (Independent) – Mayor (Re-election)
✔️ Brent C. Bluthardt (Independent) – Trustee
✔️ Petrina Burman (Independent) – Trustee
✔️ Scott A. Pierce (Independent) – Trustee
✔️ Jose S. Martinez (Independent) – Trustee

🏢 Antioch Township
✔️ Tom Shaughnessy – Township Supervisor
✔️ Jeff Smouse - Township Supervisor
✔️ Kris Shepard – Township Trustee (Re-elected)
✔️ Mark Haufe – Township Trustee
✔️ Aron Petty – Township Trustee
✔️ Bruce Gecknor – Township Trustee (Re-elected)
✔️ Lee Perry – Assessor
✔️ Paul Hettich - Antioch Public Library

🏫 School Board Candidates
✔️ Jill Pritchard – School Board 117
✔️ Bruce Pagni – School Board 117
✔️ Wayne Sobczak – School Board 117
✔️ Geoffrey Crego – School Board 117
✔️ Julianne Hettich – School Board 117
✔️ Michelle Ruminski – School Board 34
✔️ Kelly Beall – School Board 34
✔️ Tanya Karner – School Board 34
✔️ Cheryl Henning – School Board 34
✔️ Angela Baronello – School Board 34
✔️ Laurie Christopherson - School Board 33

🎶 Live Music by Jon Polit
🎩 Magic Show by Magic Dave Productions
🌮🍽️ Delicious Food from Local Vendors - Markito's Tacos, The Polish Plate, The Lumpia Lady, Smash Em' Up, Fairy Floss Events.
📋 Find out where to register to vote.
🖍️ Kids coloring table.

Come meet your candidates, ask questions, and get involved in the future of Antioch! Tag your friends & share this post! ✅

03/06/2025

📢 GET OUT TO VOTE & MEET YOUR LOCAL CANDIDATES! 🗳️

Join us for a FREE & family-friendly event where you can meet the candidates running for Village, Board of Education, Township, Public Library, and more! PLUS, visit our table to find out more about where to register to vote.

📅 Date: March 14th, 2025
📍 Location: Antioch VFW
⏰ Time: 5PM - 8PM
🎟️ Kid-Friendly!

✨ What to Expect:
✔️ Meet & Greet with Local Candidates
✔️ Live Music by Jon Polit 🎶
✔️ Magic Show by Magic Dave Productions 🎩
✔️ Delicious Food from Local Vendors:
🌮 Markitos Tacos
🍗 The Lumpia Lady
🍽️ The Polish Plate
🍭 Cotton Candy from Fairy Floss Events

This is an amazing opportunity to get informed, meet your local leaders, and enjoy a fun night with the community! Mark your calendars & spread the word! ✅

📢 Tag your friends & let’s make sure EVERYONE is ready to VOTE! 🗳️

02/27/2025

The Village of Antioch is excited to host the 2025 Shamrock Jam & (Almost) 5K on Saturday, March 22 at beautiful Sequoit Creek Park (845 Main St.)!

The fun starts at 9 a.m. with the (Almost) 5k—a 2.8-mile fun run/walk that starts at Depot and Anita streets and runs along Depot to Hillcrest Elementary School and back. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to join in the spirited trek in their most festive leprechaun attire. Registered participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt and a goodie bag filled with festive coupons and offers from downtown Antioch’s shops and restaurants.

Learn more about the event and register for the (Almost) 5k at www.antioch.il.gov/shamrock-jam 💚🧡💚🧡

**You must register by Monday, March 10 to receive a T-shirt!**

Almost 5k Pricing:
$20/adults
$10/child
$60/Family Pass (up to two adults and two children)

The celebration continues at Sequoit Creek Park following the fun run with activities provided by the Village and the Antioch Public Library, as well as:

🍀Chances to win prizes through the Antioch Rotary Club raffle
🍀Musical entertainment by the Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance and Ballads and Banjo with Kieran Byrne and Pauline Conneely from 10am-noon
🍀Savor Irish specialties prepared by local restaurants (available for purchase)
🍀Take part in our Lucky Leprechaun Hunt at participating shops and restaurants, who will also be offering equally as festive deals and promotions throughout the day.

Don’t miss out on this exciting celebration of fitness, fun, and Irish heritage. Mark your calendars and be sure to register for the (Almost) 5K today: www.antioch.il.gov/shamrock-jam

Thank you to our sponsors!
Raymond Chevrolet Kia
State Bank of The Lakes

Thank you to our partners!
Antioch Public Library District
Olive and Oak Planning & Events
Rotary Club of Antioch
Yamel's Creations / Creaciones Yamel

11/06/2024

We love planning corporate and personal holiday parties! Have you started thinking about it yet? Let us help you!

09/23/2024

When you’re on the go…all the time!

09/22/2024

Come hang out and watch the game with us!

09/21/2024

We can’t wait to see you tomorrow for Scott Gartner’s Tailgate Party 🏈 !

Grab your tickets now!

VIP Package includes:
Drink tickets 🍺
Tailgate style lunch 🌭
26 raffle tickets 🎟️

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mayor-campaign-tailgate-party-scott-gartner-tickets-1013993310287