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June 17, 2022

Celebrate Summer at Libertyville Days!

Let Freedom Ring with the Village of Libertyville
LCDOT Announces Road Closures
Pool Member Appreciation Day
Village Band Summer 2022 Concert Series
MainStreet Libertyville Lunch in the Park Returns
Apply to Join the Libertyville Police Department
Support the Festival of the Arts as a Volunteer!
Senior Center Cubs vs. Brewers Baseball Trip
SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Event
Take a Sip of Summer in Libertyville 60048!

Employment Opportunities
An unfocused image of lights at night is the backdrop. In a slightly opaque white square reads "Libertyville Days 2022" in orange cursive Another box features confetti and a noisemaker in rainbow colors that says "A Celebration for Everyone."

Celebrate Summer at Libertyville Days!

Libertyville's favorite summer festival is here! The 2022 Libertyville Days festival runs through June 19th in downtown Libertyville. Check out the beer garden, watch the Libertyville Pageant, and ride carnival rides all in celebration of the 60048!

For a listing of events and vendors, click here.
An American flag flies across the top of a dark blue background. Near the bottom reads "Independence Day Celebration" in white text with a circle of white stars.

Let Freedom Ring with the Village of Libertyville

Celebrate Independence Day with the Village of Libertyville! Enjoy a special holiday concert by the Village Band at 7:30 pm at Butler Lake Park. The 2022 fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:30 pm, sponsored by the Libertyville Mile of Cars and the Village of Libertyville.

For additional details, click here.
An orange diamond-shaped sign says "Road Closed Ahead" on a light orange background. A sunburst logo and "Lake County" are above in blue and green.

LCDOT Announces Road Closures

The Lake County, IL Division of Transportation has announced two road closures in the coming weeks:

  • Winchester Road west of US Route 45 - Beginning 6 am on Monday, June 13th through late afternoon on Tuesday, June 21st (view details here)
  • Butterfield Road north of IL Route 60 - Beginning Wednesday, June 22nd through Wednesday, June 29th (view details here)
Please be mindful of LCDOT work crews as they complete necessary repairs to the roads during these times.
A dark grey square with a white border shows a stick figure floating on a raft in blue and a lifebuoy are on the top. Pink text reads "Pool Member Appreciation Party." A small white rectangle with stick figures of playground equipment says "Libertyville Recreation."

Pool Member Appreciation Day

Calling all pool passholders! Get an extra hour of private swim with fellow members at Member Appreciation Day! From 10 am to 11 am on June 24th, pool passholders can get a head start on their day at Adler Pool.

For details about pool passes, contact Libertyville Recreation at 847-918-7275 or click here.
A white circle on a salmon background reads "Libertyville Il Village Band." Inside the circle is another circle with a photo of the band playing outside of Cook House with a stick figure conductor.

Village Band Summer 2022 Concert Series

After a long hiatus, the Village Band is excited to announce its return in 2022! Directed by Corey Ames, the volunteer-based Village Band plays free public concerts at 7:30 pm every Thursday in Cook Park beginning June 23rd.

For a schedule of the 2022 Season or information about joining as a volunteer instrumentalist, click here.
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MainStreet Libertyville Lunch in the Park Returns

Take your lunch outside with MainStreet Libertyville's Lunch in the Park! Bring a blanket or lawn chair to downtown Libertyville's Cook Park each Friday beginning June 24th. From 11 am to 2 pm, food vendors will be on-site offering everything from burgers to dumplings to ice cream!

Whether you're meeting friends or doing "grab and go" on your lunch hour, relax and enjoy entertainment from local bands while you savor local eats! For details and a list of performers, click here.
On a red and dark blue background, an image of a police badge and cruiser are titled "Libertyville Police Department: Now Recruiting."

Apply to Join the Libertyville Police Department

The Libertyville Police Department is currently accepting applications for entry-level police officers. Applications must be submitted online by 4 pm on Thursday, June 30th. Faxed, emailed, mailed, or dropped off applications will not be accepted.

Salary range is $69,875 to $108,482 with a benefits package that includes paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, health insurance, pension enrollment, and tuition reimbursement. For requirements and to apply, click here.
A dusty pink, navy blue, and taupe design features a photo of an artist in sunglasses spray painting. Text reads "Adler Arts Center" and "The 41st Annual Festival of the Arts"

Support the Festival of the Arts as a Volunteer!

The Adler Arts Center and the GLMV Chamber of Commerce are looking for volunteers for the annual Festival of the Arts! Volunteers are needed for the following shifts:

  • Friday, August 5th: Setup
  • Saturday, August 6th - Beer garden and tickets/wristbands
  • Sunday, August 7th - Beer garden and tickets/wristbands
  • Monday, August 8th - Teardown
If you're fun, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting the arts, send your availability to Scott Adams, GLMV President, at sadams@glmvchamber.org. No experience necessary!
The background is a photo of a baseball field at night from within the stands. The graphic reads "Cubs vs. Brewers Baseball Trip.

Senior Center Cubs vs. Brewers Baseball Trip

Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack! Join the Libertyville Senior Center on Wednesday, July 6th for a Chicago Cubs game. Tickets are $60 and include a tailgate party, game ticket, and transportation. Bus leaves at 9:30 pm and will return after 5 pm.

To register, contact Jennifer West at civiccenterlib@sbcglobal.net or 847-247-7659.
Two white rectangles are on a purple background. The first rectangle has a logo reading "SWALCO Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, IL." The second reads "Household Chemical Waste Event." Two cartoon photos of a fire extinguisher and set of paint cans are between the text boxes.

SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Event

The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, IL (SWALCO) is hosting a Household Chemical Waste disposal event on Saturday, June 25th. HCW includes oil-based paints/varnishes, cleaning products, garden chemicals, and medications. Appointments are required; event is at the Gurnee facility at 1311 N. Estes Street.

For details or to schedule an appointment, click here.
A photo of two people clinking orange-colored drinks in wine glasses is the backdrop. At the top reads "Take a sip of summer" with a green circle that reads "85 restaurants - LibertyvilleDining.com." The same green color fills the bottom border and reads "Get Your Forks Out."

Take a Sip of Summer in Libertyville 60048!


Hot temps call for cold drinks! Sip on a local brew, freshly roasted iced coffee, or handcrafted cocktail and soak up summer in Libertyville!

Cheers to your next stop at www.LibertyvilleDining.com.
Photos of Libertyville landscapes are covered by a dark blue rectangle. Bold white text inside the rectangle says "Now hiring."

Employment Opportunities


The Village is currently hiring for the following full- and part-time positions:

  • Police Officer
  • Part-Time Accounting Assistant
  • Part-Time Fire Prevention Inspector
  • Part-Time Community Service Officer
  • Part-Time Facilities Assistant
For job descriptions and requirements, click here.

Upcoming Meetings


June 20th
Appearance Review Commission/Historic Preservation Commission - 5:00 pm

June 21st
Parks & Recreation Committee - 6:00 pm

June 23rd
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission - 3:00 pm
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