February 23, 2024

Build a Bunny Craft Night

Join us with your little one for a fun craft night that begins with the creation of your very own new stuffed bunny!

We will be bringing them to life by stuffing them, adding our very own wish heart, creating a birth certificate, and decorating a special tee shirt for our new friend!

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Senior Walking Club - March, April, May

Join us for a morning of fresh air, fun, and exercise with the Senior Walking Club! The club is open to all fitness levels and will meet monthly this Spring at Four Seasons Park for guided walks, followed by some coffee and light refreshments.

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Magic Class - March

Children are guaranteed to have a great time learning a collection of fascinating tricks from the "Magic team of Gary Kantor"!

Children are grouped by age and always learn age-appropriate tricks. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home!

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Youth Pickleball - April/May

Pickleball is one of the world's fastest-growing sports! The game is easy to learn and tons of fun!

Join us for a four-week session to learn the basic rules, scoring, and techniques, and get a chance at gameplay.

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Adult Pickleball League (Competitive) - April/May

Join us for a mixed doubles league brought to you by the Village of Shorewood Parks and Recreation Department!

The season consists of a 5-week season followed by a single elimination tournament on the last day.

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Community News

Important Dates

• February 27 - Village Board Meeting
• February 27 - Committee of the Whole Meeting
• March 4 - Early Voting starts at Troy Township Community Center
• March 6 - Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
• March 12 - Community Garden Registration opens
• March 12 - Village Board Meeting
• March 26 - Village Board Meeting
• March 26 - Committee of the Whole Meeting

Shorewood Community Garden

No space for a garden at your home? Do you have too much shade in your yard? Do you want to meet other gardeners, share ideas, and maybe even produce? Then, register for a garden plot in the Shorewood Community Garden starting March 12th!

The Community Garden plots are 10' by 10' and will be available May 1st, weather permitting. Plots are open to the Village of Shorewood and Troy Township unincorporated residents.

Click Here for more information or to see how register

Benefits of Selecting Native Plants for Your Yard

Spring is almost here, and plans for a garden refresh might be in the works for some of us.

If you are curious about incorporating native plants into your garden, here are a few different ideas:

Butterfly Gardens: Full of colorful blooms, these nectar-rich plants attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Rain Gardens: Made by forming a shallow depression filled with native wetland plants that thrive in wet conditions, they gather and filtrate rainwater.

Bird Gardens: The plants in these gardens attract beneficial insects that provide nutrition for local birds.

Click Here to learn more about Native Plants and to start planning your garden

Early Voting Locations and Voter Information Available at Will County Clerk's Website

As the March 19, 2024 General Primary Election nears, Will County voters may cast a ballot before Election Day at one of the Will County Clerk’s many Early Voting locations.

Early voting will start at Troy Township Community Center starting March 4, 2024.

Click Here to register to vote or view voting hours on the Will County Clerk's website

Shorewood Hometown Heroes Banner Program

If you know any military veterans, police, or fire service personnel you wish to honor, there is still time to apply for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program at Village Hall.

The program recognizes the bravery and service of these individuals by installing a custom-designed banner on decorative street light poles in Village Towne Center. This is a great way to pay tribute to your loved one and show appreciation for their service.

Click Here for more information and to get started on your application

Waste Management At Your Door Service for Shorewood Residents

Do you have old electronics in your home? Old cans of paint? Used batteries? If so, Shorewood residents can safely dispose of and recycle home-generated special materials through Waste Management's At Your Door special collection program.

This service requires an appointment, so to schedule a home collection or view a detailed list of acceptable items, be sure to visit Waste Management's At Your Door service website.

Click Here to learn more about the At Your Door Service or to schedule a home collection

Out Now! - 2024 Spring Shorewood Connection

The 2024 Spring Shorewood Connection is out now!

In this issue, you will find:

• Village recreation programs and events scheduled for spring
• Shorewood Community Garden information
• Updates and seasonal resources from Village Departments
• New businesses in town and more!

Click Here to check out the latest issue

Village Hall American Flag Disposal Dropbox

Has the U.S. flag flying at home gotten worn out or tattered? If so, the Village is happy to provide an option for you to dispose of your flag in a dignified manner.

Residents and friends from surrounding communities are invited to dispose of their flags at our American Flag Disposal box at Village Hall anytime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Spring Community-Wide Garage Sale

Save the Date for the Spring Community-Wide Garage Sale! It will take place April 19th and April 20th at various homes throughout the Village. Registration is also open for those who wish to participate.

Click Here to learn more about the spring Garage Sale or to register

Purse & Feminine Care Drive at Village Hall

A drop box is available in the rotunda at Village Hall for Senator Meg Loughran Cappel's Purse and Feminine Hygiene Product Drive.

If you are interested in supporting the cause, stop by Village Hall to drop off hygiene products from now until March.

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