February 12, 2020
Dear Village Resident,
Did you know you can recycle up to six electronic items at a time at no additional charge (except for TVs which are $15 each). You must call Groot at 800-244-1977 to schedule a pick-up, which are done on Mondays. Electronics include computers, monitors, keyboards, electronic mice, video game consoles, printers, scanners, digital converter boxes, cable & satellite receivers, fax machines, cassette recorders, video disc players, recorders & more.
Cupid Needs Your Help
Cupid needs your help! His hearts are hidden throughout New Leaf Home Furnishings and they have dollar values on them. Find a heart and receive the amount as a discount off your purchase. Hearts are valued up to $20! Discount must be used the day it is found. View the flyer here . Located at 2449 Pierce Drive .
Smooch a Pooch Valentine's Party this Saturday
Get a smooch from a rescued Labrador for a donation that will benefit L.E.A.R.N. (Labrador Education and Rescue Network) this Saturday, February 15 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. You also can bring your fur friend and take a picture in the kissing booth! For every $5 donation receive a 4 lb. bag of Born Free dog food AND a cute bandana! Discounts on all Born Free foods. Get a FREE can of Born Free when you buy 2 cans! Located at 2440 Westward Drive, next to the Post Office. Thanks for your support!
Presidential Primary Information
vote
The Presidential Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, March 17, with early voting starting March 2. For information on early voting and voting by mail click here . Burton Township and Richmond Township precinct information is available here .

Still need to register to vote? 
  • The last day to register in person or by mail is Feb. 18.
  • Register online by March 1.
  • Check whether you're registered here.

Photo of the Week

A beautiful early morning winter sunrise taken from South Solon Road was sent in by James Rosemeyer. If you have a photo of Spring Grove you would like to share, email i t here .
R/SG Area Rotary Spaghetti Dinner
You're invited to the R/SG Area Rotary Club Spaghetti Dinner next Wednesday, February 19 from 4 - 8 p.m. in a new location at the Richardson Adventure Farm Event Barn! Located at 909 English Prairie Road . Also, don't miss out on the raffle items. Carry-outs available. All proceeds benefit the R/SG Community Food Pantry. Cash bar. Bring your friends or family! View the flyer here.
Flowers for Your Valentine
Valentine's Day is Friday, February 14! Birds of Paradise Flowers & Gifts has beautiful vases and arrangements of roses, lilies, tulips & tropical flowers and delicious sweets from T's Toffee. Walk-in Specials! Extended hours during Valentine's week for pickup or they deliver. Located at 2404 Spring Ridge Drive or call 815-363-8568.
Read to the Dog at Nippersink Library
Beginning readers can practice their skills and build confidence by reading to Wall-E, a certified therapy dog, at Nippersink Public Library. Register for a 15-minute session by calling 815-678-4014. Tuesdays: February 25, March 3, 17 & 31.
Blast from the Past
In the days before Spring Lakes Sand & Gravel, there was the Atlas Molding Sand & Gravel Company. This picture postcard is dated circa 1912. In the background you can see the large ice house that was on Hatchery Road. There are also train cars on the tracks in front of the dairy building probably waiting to collect milk. Downtown Spring Grove can be made out at the upper right of the photo. This was way before Route 12 was constructed, so there is no Jewel, Walgreens or other businesses to block the view. Old maps show a railroad spur ran south to this area to pick up the sand and gravel.
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