City of Elmhurst E-Newsletter: April 29, 2022

E-Newsletter: April 29, 2022

Art in Wilder Park

Saturday (April 30) and Sunday (May 1) - After a two-year hiatus, 25th Annual Art in Wilder Park returns with 125 exhibitors including local artists, musical acts, food vendors, a designated Kids Court for family activities, and more. Local artists will showcase their one-of-a-kind jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, fiber arts, and a variety of other media. Preview the full exhibitor list and event map here: www.elmhurstartmuseum.org/events .

Electronic and Textile Clothing Recycling Event

The City of Elmhurst hosts a quarterly recycling event for getting rid of electronics and textiles at the Elmhurst Public Works Facility (985 S. Riverside Dr.). The next drive will take place on April 30th from 8 am to noon, and residents are encouraged to drop off any unwanted items that would otherwise end up in a landfill. For more information visit https://www.elmhurst.org/1809/Special-City-Recycling-Drop-Off-Event.

Elmhurst Police Department Drug Take Back Day

The Elmhurst Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for the Prescription Drug Take Back Day at the Elmhurst Police Department on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Officers will be on hand in the parking lot of the police station to collect expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs for safe destruction, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose and abuse. The non-medical use of prescription drugs is one of the most common forms of drug abuse in America. The majority of teenagers abusing prescription drugs get them from the home medicine cabinets of family and friends. Unused drugs that are flushed into toilets or thrown into the garbage are also environmental hazards, as they contaminate the water supply. More information.

Congratulations to the 2022 Exemplary Youth Service Awards Recipients!

At an award Ceremony held on April 28th, Mayor Levin and the City of Elmhurst’s Commission on Youth recognized the following people or groups who received the City's Exemplary Youth Service Award. These individuals were awarded for their exceptional service to our community. Congratulations to these amazing kids!