December 29, 2023

Teen/Adult Guitar Lessons - January

Are you looking to try something new in 2024? If so, evening teen/adult guitar lessons are coming in January!

Students will learn basic chord grips and strumming patterns to play some of their favorite songs.

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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

• January 1 - Village Hall CLOSED for New Year's Day
• January 1 - Registration OPENS for Village-wide Spring Garage Sale
• 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 New Year, Shorewood!

The Village of Shorewood elected officials and staff wish you a happy and prosperous New Year! As we head into New Year's weekend, there are a few holiday reminders:

Village Hall closed January 1st

Village Hall will be closed on 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 January 1st. This means Tuesday's collection will be picked up on Wednesday, January 3rd.

Registration for Spring Community Wide Garage Sale Opens January 1st

Already making Spring cleaning plans after packing up your holiday decorations? If so, consider registering for the Village's annual Spring Community-Wide Garage Sale! Registration will officially open January 1, 2024.

Click Here for more information on the Spring Community Wide Garage Sale

Christmas Tree Disposal Options

Did your family decorate a real tree for Christmas this year? Unsure how to dispose of it?

Shorewood residents have two options:

Drop-Off

Bring your tree to the designated area at the Police Department any day of the week after January 1st. *Please be sure to remove all decorations*

Curbside Pick-Up

Waste Management will collect Christmas trees with the regular weekly pick-up. It is included with your service, and there is no cut-off date. If the tree is over 6 feet tall, it must be cut in half.

United States Secret Service Presentation - Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The Village elected officials, staff, and Citizen's Advisory Committee invite the public to attend a special presentation from the United States Secret Service (USSS) on January 25, 2024.

The United States Secret Service is one of America’s oldest federal law enforcement agencies, created in 1865 to stamp out rampant counterfeiting to stabilize America's young financial system. Since then, the Secret Service's duties have expanded greatly to include protecting our Nation's leaders and performing a wide array of investigations.

If you are interested in hearing more about what the Secret Service does and information about various scams and cyber security measures, please come to the Citizen's Advisory Committee meeting for a presentation from a Special Agent.

The Quarterly GPWC Newsletter is out now!

The Grand Prairie Water Commission just released its quarterly newsletter! Check it out on the website at www.gpwc-il.org and learn more about the commission and what it means to our community.

Will County Seeking Input in Alternative Fuels Survey

The Will County Executive Office is seeking public input on electric vehicles and alternative fuel options in its alternative fuels survey.

The survey results will support a comprehensive plan to prepare the county to proactively meet the growing demand for sustainable transportation options.

The survey will be open until January 3, 2024.

Click Here to take the survey or learn more about the Will County Alternative Fuels Readiness Plan

Let It Glow - PSACC Holiday Lights Competition

The map for the Let It Glow holiday lights competition is out now!

Check out all the beautifully lit-up houses and vote for your favorites before January 6, 2024.

To cast your vote for the competition, email letitglowpsacc@gmail.com.

Winter 2023/2024 Shorewood Connection

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

Read the quarterly Village updates, how to prepare your home for the winter, and more!

Click Here to view the 2023/2024 Winter Shorewood Connection

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

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