November 8, 2022 Election FAQ

The Village is experiencing a high volume of questions related the upcoming election, absentee ballots, and response deadlines. Please click here for frequently asked questions related to the upcoming November 8, 2022 Election. If you have a question that is not listed, please don't hesitate to give us a call at (414) 962-6690 or email elections@wfbvillage.gov.

When Will Leaf Pick-Up Begin? Public Works begins leaf collection the week of Monday, October 17 (weather permitting). Collection is typically weekly, but there is no specific collection schedule. Collection is dependent on crew availability and the volume of leaves that need to be collected. Leaves may be collected earlier based on fall leaf conditions.

During fall leaf collection, the Village requests that residents do not put leaves and yard waste in leaf collection bags. Residents can place leaves and small yard waste debris directly in the roadway near the curb. Branches can still be left in the parkway area for brush chipper collection at this time.

Where Do I Place My Leaves? Leaves should be placed near or in the curb of the street. Please place leaves away from storm inlets as leaf decay can clog storm sewers and add unwanted material to Lake Michigan.

Can I Throw Yard Waste in the Leaf Pile? The Village encourages property owners to throw certain yard waste material (yard waste is plant material such as flowers and garden material; grass clippings are not permitted) in the leaf piles to preclude a separate yard waste pick-up. Branches, sticks, and other woody material should not be placed with the leaves and should be left on the boulevard/parkway for chipping.

What Does the Village Do With the Leaves? Most of the leaves are temporarily stored and composted at a DNR monitored site shared with the City of Glendale. They are hauled away by a private sod grower and used as sod bedding material.

When Is the Last Day That Leaves or Yard Waste Will Be Picked Up? The DPW will run yard waste crews to pick-up leaves until the first significant snowfall or through the first week in December.

Yard Waste Material Drop Site: Residents with yard waste material after collection has finished (and throughout the winter months) may dispose of it at the Shorewood Transfer Station. Click here for cost information. The transfer station is located at 3801 N Morris Boulevard in Shorewood. It is open:

December to March, 1st Saturday of each month (only), 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

April to November, 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Updates From the School District of Whitefish Bay:

October District Newsletter

District Newsletters are one of several ways the District works toward comprehensive communications with the community. Read the October Newsletter and sign up to receive these monthly during the school year.

Save the Date:

October 26 – Early Dismissal, Parent/Guardian & Teacher Conferences

October 27 – No School, Parent/Guardian & Teacher Conferences

October 28 – No School 

Special Closing

On Monday, October 10 the library will closed all day for staff development. We will reopen for regular hours on Tuesday, October 11.

2-Sentence Horror Story Contest

For Teens and Adults

Running Through October 20

It was a dark and stormy night when the library decided to host our first ever 2-Sentence Horror Story Contest! What is a 2-Sentence Horror Story? It is just like it sounds, it is a scary story told in only two sentences. We’ve got some prizes, thanks to Friends of the Whitefish Bay Public Library. Read all the rules on our website: 

https://www.wfblibrary.org/at_the_library/two_sentence_horror_story_contest.php 

Getting to Know Medicare

Wednesday, October 12, 6P.M.

Please register: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1311

A workshop designed to simplify Medicare and to help you make a more informed decision on your coverage without all the headaches and confusion. This program will be held in person. Presented by Grutz Financial. 

Virtual Mystery Book Club

Thursday, October 13, 6:30P.M.

Our Mystery Book Club meets once a month and is led by librarian Sharon Nagel. This month we're reading Girl Waits with Gun by Amy Stewart. This meeting will take place virtually on Zoom. Click here to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89090700104?pwd=L0dobVU1M0JpdGNDME5EdzNYSWdlUT09

Meeting ID: 890 9070 0104

Passcode: J8yJp03W

Bad Art Show in School House Park

Monday, October 17, 4:00P.M.

Grades 3-5

Please register: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?eid=1305

Let go of perfection and celebrate the mediocre, the tacky, and the campy at our Bad Art Show! We'll provide you with all the materials you'll need to make the worst, weirdest art you can imagine. In case of bad weather, we'll meet in the upstairs program room.

Fall Storytimes

Wednesdays, 10AM, Through October 12

Thursdays, 10AM, Through October 13

To register, visit our Events Calendar at: https://www.wfblibrary.org/our_events/?m=9&y=2022

We're excited to offer outdoor storytime for all ages in School House Park this fall! Join us for stories, songs, and more.  In case of bad weather, we'll hold storytime in the tower of the children's department.

Whitefish Bay Farmers Market - LAST MARKET!

This Saturday is our final market of the season! Please come on by to tell our farmers and vendors how awesome they are and to stock up on your favorite products for your final shopping day. The Whitefish Bay Community Band will be performing as well! Thanks to everyone who supported our market this year including our generous sponsors. It's true what they say, it takes a village! 

The Merchants of Whitefish Bay:

Scout Day in the Bay:

On Saturday, October 15, local Scout Troop 400 will be conducting a skills based demonstration at School House Park, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Demonstrations will include, Flag Ceremony, Designing Raingutter Regatta Ships, Knot Tying and more!

Great Pumpkin Festival: The Pumpkins are Coming! Wednesday, October 26, to Monday, October 31, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. nightly (Pumpkins will be left up on October 30 and 31, but there are no festival activities on those days.). Join friends and family at Old School House Park for this festive fall tradition! Pick up pumpkins to carve at home, then return them to the park to be part of the lighted display. Enjoy beer, hot cider, and delicious food while listening to live music each night. Event hosted by the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation.

Trick-or-Treat Silver Spring Drive: Saturday, October 29, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Participating businesses offer treats for kids in the company of at least one parent or guardian on the Saturday before Halloween. There’s something “sweet-in-stores” for everyone on Silver Spring Drive. Event hosted by the Merchants of Whitefish Bay.

The October Bay Leaves magazine is now available on the Village website! Stories include:            

•                    Resident Feature: Celebrating Halloween with the Gorecki Family

•                    Election Information and Trick or Treat Details from the Village

•                    High Risk Breast Cancer Awareness from the North Shore Health Department

•                    Fall Events on Silver Spring Drive from the Merchants of Whitefish Bay

•                    85^th Anniversary Event Information the Whitefish Bay Public Library

•                    Great Pumpkin Festival Details from the Whitefish Bay Civic Foundation

•                    Halloween Safety Tips from North Shore Fire Rescue

•                    Save the Dates from the Whitefish Bay School District

•                    Fall Programs from the Whitefish Bay Recreation Department

•                    Halloween Safety for Your Pets from MADACC

Bay Bridge:

Participate in our ongoing weekly non perishable food drive bin at Yellow Wood store (401 E Silver Spring). Food will be collected every Friday morning. Pick up a few extra nonperishables each time you shop and share with those in need. Thank you!

Click here to view the October 5, 2022 Weekly Summary from the North Shore Health Department

NSHD Healthy Highlight 10/5/2022: HIGH RISK BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

High Risk Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer awareness month and over the past few years, the importance of awareness, mammograms at age 40, and/or early screenings have become better known, but many are unaware of high-risk breast risk factors and screening.

Who is at risk for high-risk breast cancer?

Risk factors do not mean you will get the disease. Most women have some risk factors, but most women do not get breast cancer. A person’s risk for breast cancer is due to a mixture of factors, with main factors including being a woman and getting older (50 years old or older). If you have breast cancer risk factors, talk with your doctor about screening for breast cancer as well as ways you can lower risk.

Did you know?

According to the CDC, it is recommended people with high risk begin annual mammograms and MRI scans between 25 and 40 years old, or at the earliest age when someone in their family was diagnosed with cancer. Talk to your doctor about risk factors, screening, and detection recommendations.

Remember: It’s always best to contact your medical provider with questions or concerns you have regarding your health.