Upcoming Programs and Events
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Save the Date! DuPage County River Sweep - May
Save the date and join us for this year's DuPage County River Sweep and help “sweep our rivers clean” by picking up debris in and along local waterways.
Shorewood will be a new site this year and we will meet at Westshore Park for our portion of the cleanup.
Click Here to visit the Conservation Foundation, learn more, or to register
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Mom and Me Craft Night - May
Come enjoy an evening of fun with your little ones as we make some adorable Mother’s Day-inspired crafts! This will be a great opportunity to get creative and messy with all the materials necessary to create some wonderful memories to take home!
Click Here for more information or to register
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Trivia and Treats - May
Bring your skills and get ready for some laughs at a fun afternoon of Trivia!
An array of treats and refreshments will be available. Prizes will be awarded to winning teams! Teams will be arranged at the event into groups of 4-6.
Click Here for more information or to register
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Hiking Tykes - May
Join us to explore nature with your little one this summer!
Each session we will be taking a short hike into the woods where we will explore a different topic each week. This class will take place fully outdoors.
Click Here for more information or to register
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Kids Intro to Fishing - May
This fun class will introduce kids to the sport of fishing! We will be focusing on how to cast, feeling comfortable baiting a hook,
taking off a fish and growing a general love for the outdoors!
Children are encouraged to bring their equipment if they have it. Poles and bait will be provided.
Click Here for more information or to register
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Important Dates
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April 9 - Village Board Meeting
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April 19 & 20 - Village-wide Spring Garage Sale
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April 20 - Village Earth Day Event
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April 23 - Village Board Meeting
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April 23 - Village-wide Cleanup Day
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April 25 - Shred Day & I-Cash Event
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April 25 - SAFE-T Act Presentation at Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting
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Spring Village-wide Hydrant Flushing Extended | |
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The Spring Village-wide Hydrant Flushing is in progress and has been extended to April 12, 2024. Signs will be posted in affected areas.
Some discoloration of water may occur when hydrants are flushed in your area. It is not recommended you wash your clothes while there is rust in the water. If you experience rusty water, please let your water run to clear the rust.
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Spring Community-Wide Garage Sale
The Spring Community-wide Garage Sale is almost here! If you haven't registered yet, the last day to do so is Sunday, April 14th.
A list and Google map of all participating homes will be available on the Village website a few days before the event. A link will be shared on the Village's Facebook page once it is ready.
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The Village-Wide Cleanup Day with Waste Management will be on Tuesday, April 23rd. Waste Management will collect unlimited amounts of household waste refuse material, including bulky items (mattresses, sofas, cabinets, etc.), alongside regular pickup.
This doesn’t include household hazardous waste and electronics. That can be scheduled for pickup through the At Your Door program.
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What are some benefits of getting a rain barrel?
When we catch and collect the rainwater that falls on our houses, we reduce local flooding and stress on storm sewer system infrastructure while keeping pollutants out of our rivers and streams. We also end up with a bunch of clean water that is perfect for watering lawns and gardens, washing cars or the family dog, and offsetting household water usage in many other ways.
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Estimates indicate that a quarter-inch of rain falling on an average home yields over 200 gallons of water. One simple, efficient, low-cost method to reduce the amount of stormwater runoff from your property is to use rain barrels!
If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of rain barrels and where you can purchase one, an awesome resource is the Conservation Foundation website.
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Resources for April 8th Solar Eclipse | |
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Planning on making a trip to southern Illinois for the solar eclipse?
If so, be sure to check out the resources provided by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency for what to expect when experiencing the eclipse in the path of totality.
Except for the fleeting moments of totality during a total solar eclipse, observers should always use eclipse glasses or an alternative safe solar viewing method, such as a pinhole projector, to view the sun. This includes when watching a partial or annular eclipse, or before or after totality for a total solar eclipse
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Click Here to learn more about the 2024 Solar Eclipse | |
Calling all Makers to the Shorewood Artisan Market! | |
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Calling all Makers!
Are you a business that sells produce, small-batch food products, crafts, or other goods?
The Village of Shorewood is bringing back our Artisan Market for 2024. The Market will run alongside Party in the Park every Thursday in June and July from 6:30-9:00 pm. Party in the Park features movies and bands each week that draw crowds of all ages!
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NOTICE: IDOT Route 59 Bridge over DuPage River Construction Project Begins April 8, 2024 | |
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IDOT will begin bridge maintenance construction along Route 59 at the bridge over DuPage River beginning April 8th. Work includes bridge deck overlay, approach slab repairs, median removals, and other miscellaneous work.
Please be aware, Route 59 will be reduced to 1 lane in each direction to accommodate the bridge maintenance construction. Construction is anticipated to be completed by October 2024.
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Yard Waste Collection Reminders | |
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Weekly yard waste collection resumed this week and will continue through the first Tuesday in December.
- Grass clippings, leaves, tree branches (broken into manageable lengths), and brush are acceptable. Non-acceptable items include dirt, stone, concrete, rock.
- All yard waste must be in biodegradable kraft bags or lawn waste totes that can be purchased from Waste Management. Plastic biodegradable bags and regular paper grocery bags are not acceptable.
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Click Here to learn more about the Village's refuse, recycling, and yard waste services through Waste Management | |
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The Village is Hiring!
The Village of Shorewood is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
Parks and Recreation - Summer Camp Counselor
Public Works - Seasonal Employee
Click Here to visit the employment page for further details on each position
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Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting - SAFE-T Act Presentation | |
The public is invited to attend the Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting for a special presentation from Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow regarding the SAFE-T Act. The presentation will take place at 7 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Village Hall. | |
2024 Spring Shorewood Connection | |
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The 2024 Spring Shorewood Connection is out now!
In this issue, you will find:
- Village recreation programs and events scheduled for spring
- Shorewood-Troy Public Library Programs and Events
- Updates and seasonal resources from Village Departments
- New businesses in town and more!
Click Here to check out the latest issue
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Village of Shorewood | 815-725-2150 | Website
One Towne Center Blvd.
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