November 17, 2023

Build a Friend

There are four spots left for our holiday edition of Build a Friend!

Ring in the holidays with your little one by creating a new stuffed friend on December 5th, from 6-7 p.m.

We will be bringing them to life by stuffing them, adding our very own wish heart, and more!

Click Here for more information or to register

Messy Mondays December

Bring your little one to Messy Monday on December 11th, from 10:30-11:15 a.m. for a morning of holiday fun and crafting!

Registration is open, so save your spots for a fun time getting into the holiday spirit with festive crafts and good company!

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Save the Date- Shorewood Holiday Market

The Holiday Market is only two weeks away! We hope to see you there on December 1st, 2nd, and 3rd at Towne Center Park.

What can you expect at this year's market?

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Live Reindeer

Santa and Mrs. Claus

Original Artwork

Clothing

Jewelry

Food Trucks

AND MORE!

Click Here to keep up with the event updates on the Village Facebook Page

Community News

Thanksgiving Holiday Reminders

Village Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023, and Friday, November 24, 2023, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

If you have a situation requiring immediate attention but not an emergency, don't hesitate to call our police non-emergency line at 815-725-4636.

Garbage and recycling pickup will not be affected by the Thanksgiving Holiday. Regular collection will continue as scheduled on Tuesday, November 21st.

River Oaks Park Play Equipment Survey

The Village of Shorewood is working to create a plan for the new playground at River Oaks Park!

The reconstruction will begin in 2024 and is part of the Public Works Department's multi-year Park Replacement Program, which was developed to guide and plan for future park needs.

Please help us select play equipment by voting for your favorite concept via an online survey now through November 21st!

The Winter 2023/2024 Shorewood Connection is out now!

The Winter 2023/2024 Shorewood Connection is out now and filled with exciting events and programs happening in Shorewood.

Read about the Shorewood Holiday Market, how to prepare your home for the winter, and more!

Click Here to view the 2023/2024 Winter Shorewood Connection

Keep Streets and Storm Drains Clear of Leaves

We are six weeks into fall leaf pickup, which means it's normal to see piles of leaves lining the streets of Shorewood every week.

As you continue to rake your leaves to the curb, please remember to keep the piles 12 inches from the curb and out of the street. When leaves get in the street, they risk blocking the storm drains and negatively affecting our waterways. Leaf removal goes a long way to prevent harmful leaf nutrients from reaching the waterways!

Let It Glow - PSACC Holiday Lights Competition

The Let it Glow holiday lights competition presented by Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce is back!

Shorewood and Plainfield communities are invited to deck the halls with exterior lights and festive decorations to spread holiday cheer and for a chance to win a prize in one of the three contest categories (Best in Show, Clark Griswold (most lights), and (People's Choice).

Click Here for more information on Let It Glow

Village Hall American Flag Disposal

Has the U.S. flag flying at home gotten worn out or tattered? If so, the Village is happy to provide an option for you to dispose of your flag in a dignified manner!

An American Flag Disposal drop box has been installed on the first floor of Shorewood Village Hall by the elevator. Residents and friends from surrounding communities are invited to dispose of their flags anytime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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