December 15, 2023

Children's Ukulele Lessons - January

Children's ukulele lessons are starting up again in January!

The class will be split into half-hour lectures/half-hour individual practices with one-on-one time with the instructor. Students must provide their uke, strings, and tuner.

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Messy Mondays - January

Join us for a morning of winter crafting! This one is all about snowmen, snowflakes, and all things icy!

Registration is open, so save your spots for a fun time getting into the winter wonderland of crafting and good company!

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Senior Hot Chocolate and Cookies Social

Warm up with us at a fun afternoon of good conversation, games, and great treats on January 24th from 11 to 2 pm.

Play bingo for prizes while enjoying cookies and a full hot chocolate bar. A variety of other games will also be available for general use!

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Community News

Important Dates

• December 17 - Santa Claus is coming to Shorewood
• December 25-26 - Village Hall CLOSED for the Christmas Holiday
• January 1 - Village Hall CLOSED for New Year's Day
• January 3 - Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
• January 9 - Village Board Meeting
• January 23 - Village Board Meeting
• January 23 - Committee of the Whole Meeting
• January 25 - Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting



Happy Holidays!

The Village of Shorewood wishes you a happy and safe holiday season! As we head into the festive weeks ahead, there are a few holiday reminders:

Village Hall closed December 25th, December 26th, and January 1st

Village Hall will be closed on December 25th and December 26th in observance of the Christmas Holiday and January 1st for New Year's Day.

If you have a situation that requires immediate attention but is not an emergency, please get in touch with our police non-emergency line at (815) 725-4636.

Garbage and Recycling Collection Holiday Delays

• Garbage and recycling will be one day late the week of December 25th. This means Tuesday's collection will be picked up on Wednesday, December 27th.
• Garbage and recycling will be one day late the week of January 1st. This means Tuesday's collection will be picked up on Wednesday, January 3rd.

Santa Claus is coming to Shorewood!

Santa Claus is coming to Shorewood this Sunday, December 17th!

Catch Santa riding with the Troy Firefighters in 2219 for one last trip around town to see everyone before Christmas. Santa will leave Station 1 at 2 pm and end at approximately 4 pm at Station 2.

New this year is an interactive map provided by Will County GIS to keep up with Santa!

Shorewood Holiday Market Mugs Available for Purchase

Forget to grab your commemorative Holiday Market 2023 mug?

Not to worry, we still have some available for purchase!

Stop by the Finance Window at Village Hall (1 Towne Center Blvd) now through December 22 between 8:00 am - 4:30 pm to get yours for $5!

Let It Glow - PSACC Holiday Lights Competition

The map for the Let It Glow holiday lights competition is out now! To cast your vote for the competition, email letitglowpsacc@gmail.com.

2024 Hometown Heroes Banner Program

We are now accepting applications for the Village's 2024 Hometown Heroes Banner Program.

This program honors military veterans, police, and fire personnel through banners displayed from spring through mid-November in Towne Center.

Click Here for more information about the program and to apply today

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Winter Weather Tips

Winter weather can be unpredictable in Illinois, so preparation is a key part of staying safe when traveling

As part of IDOT’s “Winter Weather – Get it Together” campaign, all travelers are encouraged to follow these simple rules and tips during the winter months:

• Always wear a seatbelt. It's a law in Illinois
• Drop it and drive. Put down the handheld devices – it, too, is the law in Illinois.

• Slow down. Slower speeds, slower acceleration, slower steering and slower braking all are required in winter driving conditions.
• Don’t crowd the plow. A snowplow operator’s field of vision is restricted. You may see them, but they may not see you.

Click here to read more winter weather tips from IDOT

River Road Bridge Replacement Project

On Monday, December 11, the River Road bridge closed to traffic through Fall 2024. While River Road is closed, motorists will be directed to use Mound Road, County Line Road, and Shepley Road.

Please follow the posted detour, drive with caution, and expect delays. To view a larger detour map, visit the I-80 Facebook Page.

Heads up! There will be occasional overnight lane closures on I-80 at the River Road bridge during construction.

Click Here to visit the I-80 Will Facebook page to learn more about the project and follow for updates

Click Here to visit the I-80 Will website to learn more about the project

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

Village of Shorewood | 815-725-2150 | Website

One Towne Center Blvd.