Save the Date for the 2023 Autumn Fest

Get those costumes ready! Autumn Fest is coming up on Sunday, October 22nd from 2-4 pm at Village Hall! Join us for an afternoon of crafts, hay rides, pumpkin decorating, and more.

See you there!

Nature Explorers

Join the Village of Shorewood staff for a nature hike in Hammel Woods with your little one next week on Wednesday, October 18th!

We will be exploring the changing of the seasons, learning about our local plants and animals, and enjoying a morning in nature.

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Senior Trivia and Treats

Bring your skills and get ready for some laughs at a fun afternoon of Trivia on Wednesday, October 25th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

An array of treats and refreshments will be available and prizes will be awarded to winning teams!

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Trick or Treat for Trash

What is scarier than Halloween? Litter in our parks!

Join us for a morning for ridding our parks of that scary litter that could harm wildlife or dirty our waterways. Costumes are encouraged! Gloves, garbage pickers, and buckets will be provided.

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Trick-or-Treating Hours and Halloween Safety Tips

Trick-or-Treating Hours

The trick-or-treating hours in Shorewood will be 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31st.

Avoid oversized costumes

As you and your little ones start picking out Halloween costumes, consider staying away from long, drapey fabrics that could lead to trips and falls.

Stay of well-lit streets and use a sidewalk

Whether your older children are trick-or-treating alone or you will be accompanying little ones 12 and below, confirm the route being taken and warn against distracted walking, especially as it gets darker. If you are in neighborhoods with no sidewalks, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.

Avoid Floods this Fall by Keeping the Storm Drains Clear

Storm drains are a crucial part of the stormwater system–it is important to keep them clear of leaves and any other debris.

Even if you do not live next to a waterway, leaves that pile up in your street and storm drain will end up impacting nearby waterways.

As you start raking your leaves for pickup, remember to keep them in the parkway parallel to the street and 12 inches behind the crib or edge of the pavement.

We want you input - River's Edge Park Phase A Construction

The Village of Shorewood is working to create a plan for the new playground at River's Edge Park as part of Phase A construction that will begin in 2024.

Please help us select play equipment by voting for your favorite concept via an online survey now through October 17th!

Governor Pritzker Encourages Eligible Families to Apply for Utility Assistance

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) are encouraging eligible families to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support utility bill assistance for natural gas, propane, and electricity.

Families who earn up to 200% of the federal poverty level, have a household with a senior, a child or children under 6, and/or a person with a disability are eligible to receive support through LIHEAP beginning today.

Helpful Links

• Link to eligible income thresholds
• Link to Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program fact sheet
• Link to complete press release

Employment Opportunities

The Shorewood Police Department is hiring!

The Village of Shorewood is now accepting applications for the position of police officer with the Shorewood Police Department. Please read these application requirements carefully, paying particular attention to deadlines and required documents.

Click Here to apply and learn more about the position

Shorewood Holiday Market Vendor Applications

Do you or someone you know make or sell items that would make a great gift? If so, consider becoming a vendor at the Shorewood Holiday Market from December 1st through the 3rd.

We are currently accepting applications for 10x10 tented vendor spaces that are available for $100 for the weekend.

Click Here to view the 2023 Holiday Market Vendor Guidelines and Regulations