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September 9, 2022

Butler Park Community Meeting
2022 Community Bike Ride
Performance Art in the Park
Save the Date: Fire Department Open House
Businesses Wanted for Fall Listening Sessions
MainStreet Libertyville's Tour of Homes
IDOT Milwaukee Ave. Resurfacing
Businesses Wanted for Trunk or Treat Event
Sign Up for Canlan's Youth Basketball League
U of I Extension Garden Learning Series
Drive Green, Save Green with EVs in Libertyville!
Employment Opportunities
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Butler Park Community Meeting

The Village is developing a plan for a recreation project at Butler Lake Park. This will be used to apply for grant funding.

To encourage community input about the space, the Village is hosting a  feedback meeting on September 13th.All members of the public are invited to attend between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm at Butler Lake Park, 810 W. Lake Street - no RSVP required!
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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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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 Cook Memorial Library, Libertyville Recreation, and the Libertyville Arts Commission and take home a memory of the fun!
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Save the Date: Fire Department Open House


Mark your calendar! The Libertyville Fire Department Open House returns on Saturday, October 15th.

Details to come!
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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.

For details or to sign up for a listening session, click here.
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MainStreet Libertyville's Tour of Homes

Spend a day touring a selection of Libertyville's beautiful and charming homes on Saturday, September 17th! From 10 am to 4 pm, meet with the homeowners of Libertyville properties and learn what makes their home special to them.

Tickets are $25 and include a Tour of Homes booklet with photos and information. To register, click here.
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IDOT Milwaukee Ave. Resurfacing

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) began 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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Businesses Wanted for Trunk or Treat

The Libertyville Recreation Department invites your business to participate in its new Trunk or Treat event! From 10 am to 11:30 am on Saturday, October 29th, decorate your personal or business vehicle and wear your best costume to hand out candy to kids and adults!

The event is limited to 25 vendors. Cost to participate is $50; registration ends on October 7th. To register, click here. Questions? Call Libertyville Recreation at 847-918-7275.
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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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U of I Extension 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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Drive Green, Save Green with EV in Libertyville 60048!

Making the switch to an electric vehicle? Put the spark back in your car buying experience with Libertyville's Mile of Cars!

Take advantage of up to $4000 off in EV rebates through the IL EPA. For a complete list of dealers and spots with all the new car accessories, head to www.Shop60048.com!
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Employment Opportunities

The Village is currently hiring for the following positions:

  • Part-Time Fire Prevention Inspector
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


September 12th
Zoning Board of Appeals - 7:00 p.m.

September 13th
Finance Committee - 4:00 p.m.
Committee of the Whole - 7:00 p.m.
Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting - 8:00 p.m.
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