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August 26, 2022

Administrative Offices Closed for Labor Day
Explore Libertyville with Interactive Story Maps
Performance Art in the Park
Downtown Parking Updates
Riverside Park Tennis Court Closure
Registration Open for Fall Recreation Programming
Businesses Wanted for Fall Listening Sessions
2022 Community Bike Ride
IDOT Milwaukee Ave. Resurfacing
MainStreet Libertyville's Twilight 5K
Sign Up for Canlan's Youth Basketball League
Libertyville Historical Society Lakeside Cemetery Tour
Senior Center Wisconsin Tour Trip
ARPA Employment and Training Program
2022 Garden Learning Series
Make the Grade in Libertyville 60048
Employment Opportunities
The background is washed grey wood paneling. An American flag is waving in the top left corner. In a black outline reads "Administrative offices will be closed for Labor Day, September 5th."

Administrative Offices Closed for Labor Day

Administrative offices will be closed in recognition of Labor Day on Monday, September 5th. Offices will reopen for regular hours on Tuesday, September 6th. Emergency services, as always, will remain open.

Please be kind to those who work and serve you on this day (and every day!).
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Explore Libertyville with Interactive Story Maps

Curious about new developments in the area? Wondering when construction begins on a project? Looking for info about bike paths, parks, or utilities? Check out our interactive story maps! Using Geographical Information System (GIS) technology, see the details of a site right where it's located. Available any time, day or night!
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Performance Art in the Park

The Libertyville Arts Commission invites you to its first Performance Art in the Park! Join us from 3 pm to 5 pm on Saturday, September 10th in Cook Park for an afternoon of art and entertainment.


Learn the craft of balloon art, paint a Libertyville kindness rock, and visit with the Libertyville Police Department and Fire Department. BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket) for performances by School of Rock, Talent Forum, and Improv Playhouse! Make arts and crafts with members of the Adler Arts Center, Cook Memorial Library, Libertyville Recreation, and the Libertyville Arts Commission and take home a memory of the fun!
A photo of a payment kiosk for parking spaces. In the top left corner is a logo resembling the American flag in the shape of an L that says "Libertyville."

Downtown Parking Updates

Residents should take note of the following parking updates:

  • Payment Kiosks: Daily commuter parking at the Downtown, Newberry, and Prairie Crossing Metra lots are now serviced by "Pay-by-Plate" electronic kiosks! To park, enter your license plate and payment. ParkMobile is also available as an option for mobile payment!
  • Resident and Employee Parking Passes: Employee and resident parking permits expire on Wednesday, August 31st. Permits are available at the Libertyville Police Department at 200 E. Cook Ave. between 7 am and 9 pm, Monday through Friday.
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Riverside Park Tennis Court Closure

The Libertyville Recreation Department has announced a closure of the tennis courts at Riverside Park for resurfacing beginning Thursday, September 1st. If there is no rain or interruption, the project should take about a week to complete.

Tennis courts will reopen for regular use once the surface has cured.
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Registration Open for Fall Recreation Programming

Registration for Recreation fall programming is now open to both residents and non-residents! Book early to ensure your spot!

To view the program guide, click here.
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Businesses Wanted for Fall Listening Sessions

NEW! A second discussion has been added for Office/Services/Other and is now open for registration. The session will take place at 2 pm on Wednesday, September 14th.

The Village is hosting a fall series of virtual small group listening sessions for Libertyville businesses on September 13th and September 14th. The goal of the sessions is to inform the Village about business experiences, challenges, and successes.

Participation in the closed meetings is voluntary. Participant names and other identifying information will not be published. For details or to sign up for the final listening session, click here.
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2022 Community Bike Ride

Join the Libertyville Bicycle Advisory Commission for its annual Community Bike Ride! This fun, family-friendly bike ride has the option of a 2.5 mile loop or a 5 mile loop with smart cycling activities for kids of all ages. Meet the Libertyville Police Department Bike Unit and School Resource Officer, win giveaways, and meet your neighbors in the great outdoors! 

Registration is available online here or at 8:30 am the day of the event.
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IDOT Milwaukee Ave. Resurfacing

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will begin pavement resurfacing of Milwaukee Ave. on August 29th.

The project will cover the road between Church St. and Adler Park and should be completed by early November. The work also includes sidewalk accessibility upgrades, structure improvements, and new road markings. For details, click here.
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MainStreet Libertyville's Twilight 5K

Hit the road with MainStreet Libertyville on Sunday, September 4th at its 15th Annual Twilight 5K! Runners will trek 3.12 miles through downtown Libertyville as local residents cheer them on. Each registrant receives a chip-timed bib, an athletic t-shirt, and entry to the pre-race expo and post-race party.

For details and registration, click here.
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Sign Up for Canlan's Youth Basketball League

Dribble your way into fall with Canlan's Youth Baskeball League! The league is an instructional and recreation-based program for youth ages 5 to 14. Sportsmanship and instruction are the focus in a safe and encouraging environment.

For program details and to register, click here.
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Libertyville Historical Society Lakeside Cemetery Tour

The Libertyville Historical Society and Lakeside Cemetery Association invite you to their Lakeside Cemetery Walking Tour on Saturday, September 10th. Learn the stories of six Libertyville residents who left their mark on the town's history during this hour-long tour.

Tickets are $5 per person. Tours begin at 2 pm, 2:20 pm, 2:40 pm, and 3 pm. To register, click here or call 224-513-7426.
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Senior Center Wisconsin Tour Trip

Explore Wisconsin with the Libertyville Senior Center on September 29th! Venture through Ten Chimney's Estate, a world-class house museum and national resource for arts education. Enjoy lunch in a dining car from the East Troy Railroad Museum to Elegant Farmer, creators of the famous apple pies baked in a paper bag.

$100 includes lunch, transportation, and museum entrance. Bus will leave at 9:30 am and return around 5:30 pm. To register, contact Jennifer West at civiccenterlib@sbcglobal.net or 847-247-7659. Please note that payment must be made prior to registration confirmation.
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ARPA Employment and Training Program

Looking for a paid work experience or funding for training? Lake County Workforce Development may be able to cover your tuition costs or wages while you build your skills! Using ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds, Lake County has provided a new network to help residents enter jobs for career advancement and higher wages.

To apply for the program, click here.
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2022 Garden Learning Series

In a partnership between SWALCO (Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, IL) and University of Illinois Extension, University of Illinois Master Gardeners are hosting a series of educational gardening sessions.

The sixth virtual workshop will be held on September 14th and will discuss fall garden cleanup and preparation for winter. To register, click here.
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Make the Grade in Libertyville 60048!

Back to school means back to style! Find all-new sweaters, jackets, coats, and boots for your study sessions in Libertyville 60048.

Check off your supplies list at www.Shop60048.com!
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Employment Opportunities

The Village is currently hiring for the following positions:

  • Part-Time Fire Prevention Inspector
  • Part-Time Community Service Officer
For job descriptions and requirements, click here.
Don't see the right fit? Get alerts for future job postings at Notify Me > Government Jobs!

Upcoming Meetings


No meetings for the week of August 29th
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