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November 4, 2022

Mayor's Recognition of National Native American Heritage Month
Fall Back with Daylight Saving Time This Weekend
The Libertyville Santa Parade Returns for 2022
Sustain Libertyville's Pumpkin Composting Event
Senior Center Veterans Day Event
MainStreet Libertyville's First Friday
Holiday Food and Wine Pairing with Libertyville Recreation
Senior Center Trip to Elf the Musical
SWALCO's Shred and Seed
Lake County Workforce Development ARPA Funding
Be the Host with the Most Style in Libertyville 60048!
Employment Opportunities
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Mayor's Recognition of National Native American Heritage Month

At the October 25th Village Board meeting, Mayor Johnson signed a proclamation designating November 2022 as National Native American Heritage Month. This is part of a continuous effort to recognize heritage months in Libertyville

To read the proclamation, click here.

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Fall Back with Daylight Saving Time This Weekend

Remember to "fall back" this weekend! Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 am on Sunday, November 6th

With the change of the clock, the Libertyville Fire Department would also like to remind you to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors!

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The Libertyville Santa Parade Returns for 2022

Save the date! The Santa Parade is BACK! Follow Saint Nick as he travels throughout the Village - decorated trucks in tow! Route details will be released in the coming weeks.

Weather date is Sunday, December 4th. Follow our event page for updates here!

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Sustain Libertyville's Pumpkin Composting Event

The Libertyville Sustain Commission invites you to its annual Pumpkin Smash composting event! From 9 am to 4 pm on Saturday, November 12th, drop off your pumpkins and gourds in the Adler Pool parking lot for collection to be composted.

New this year, BYOB (Bring Your Own Bucket) for compost on site! Residents may collect up to 20 gallons of compost from SWALCO to take home. Shovels will be provided!

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Senior Center Veterans Day Event

Join the Libertyville Senior Center in honoring those who have served at their Veterans Day event at 11:30 am on November 11th! Sponsored by Brookdale Senior Living, the program includes lunch, a presentation of colors, and the Lake County Honor Flight.

Tickets are $9 and include lunch; veterans are free, but must register by noon on November 9th. To register, visit or call the Senior Center, 135 W. Church St., at (847) 247-7659.

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Holiday Food and Wine Pairing with Libertyville Recreation

Wondering which wine to pair with ham, beef, turkey, or seafood? Join Susie Whipple of Tasteful Adventures at a Holiday Food and Wine Tasting on Tuesday, November 8th! From 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, Susie will walk you through the perfect pairings for a successful holiday dinner.

To register, click here.

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Celebrate First Friday with MainStreet Libertyville

Support your local downtown and join MainStreet Libertyville for First Friday tonight, Friday, November 4th! Enjoy refreshments, special discounts, and exclusive shopping features as shops stay open late. Close out the night with dinner at one of Libertyville's award-winning restaurants!

For details, click here.

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SWALCO's Shred and Seeds

Need to rid your files of old documents? Stop by SWALCO's Shred and Seeds Event on November 5th! Visit the Mundelein Village Hall, 300 Plaza Circle, any time between 10 am and 1 pm to drop off documents for shredding. Free seed packets will be given to each vehicle as supplies last!

For details, click here.

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Senior Center Trip to Elf the Musical

"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear"...and sing you will at Elf: The Musical! Join the Libertyville Senior Center for a day of holiday music and magic at Drury Lane Theater.

Tickets are $100 and include a three-course lunch, transportation, and a ticket to the show. Bus leaves at 11 am and will return by 5 pm. To register, visit or call the Libertyville Senior Center, 135 W. Church St., at (847) 247-7659.

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Lake County Workforce Development ARPA Funding

Are you a small business experiencing workforce loss due to the pandemic? Lake County small businesses can subsidize employees' wages through paid work experience! You may qualify for up to 6 months or 1000 hours of paid work experience.

For details and to apply, click here.

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Be the Host with the Most Style in Libertyville 60048!

As the holidays near, prep your kitchen and closet for holiday celebrations in style!

Find everything you need to be the host with the most at www.Shop60048.com!

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Be the Host with the Most Style in Libertyville 60048!


The Village is currently hiring for the following positions:

  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I/II
  • Recreation Supervisor - Aquatics and Operations

Interested in a career in community service ? Get alerts for future job postings with the Village at Notify Me > Government Jobs!

Upcoming Meetings


November 8th
Committee of the Whole - 7:00 p.m.
Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting - 8:00 p.m.


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