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June 16, 2023

Proclamation Recognizing June as Pride Month
Celebrate Summer at Libertyville Days
Crane and Rockland Road Closure
Seeking Nominations for Business Excellence Recognitions
Car Fun on 21's 20th Anniversary with MainStreet Libertyville
Senior Center Coffee with a Cop and Firefighter
Hidden Gems Garden Walk Tickets Now on Sale
Park. Dine. Shop. Explore!

Small Business Resources and Workshops with SBDC/ITC
Al Fresco All Day in Libertyville
Employment Opportunities

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Proclamation Recognizing June as Pride Month
At the June 13, 2023 Village Board Meeting, Mayor Johnson issued a proclamation recognizing June as Pride Month in the Village of Libertyville. Pride Month is celebrated annually to recognize the contributions made to history, society and cultures around the world by the LGBTQ+ community. Read the proclamation here.

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Celebrate Summer at Libertyville Days

Libertyville Days is back! From June 15th to 18th, celebrate the "MVPs of '23" with carnival rides, a beer garden, an arts and crafts fair, and a parade. Each day holds its own special activities and entertainment! Parade will take place at 10 am on Saturday, June 17th.

For details about Libertyville Days and the Festivals of Libertyville, click here.

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Crane and Rockland Road Closure

The Highlands Subdivision Flood Reduction Project is advancing into the next phase of sewer installations and will require an extended road closure of Crane Blvd and Rockland Rd (between Dymond & Garfield). The closure and detour route began on Thursday, June 8th and are anticipated to remain in place into July.

A map of the Detour Route is available here. For more information, visit the project’s website here.

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Seeking Nominations for Business Excellence Recognitions

Has a Libertyville business left an impact on you, your organization, or the community? Have you seen an outstanding development or renovation project? Has a local business reinvented itself for success? The Libertyville Economic Development Commission is seeking nominations of businesses for their local contributions to the community and economy! 

Nominations are open through July 21st. To submit a nomination, click here.

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Car Fun on 21's 20th Anniversary with MainStreet Libertyville

Car Fun on 21 is back for 2023 and celebrating 20 years! From 6 pm to 9 pm on Wednesday, June 21st, admire classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles 25 years and older while listening to ACME Music and indulging in food provided by Rosati's Pizza.

For details about the event and how to display a car, click here.

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Senior Center Coffee with a Cop and Firefighter

Join the Libertyville Senior Center for coffee and conversation with the Libertyville Police and Fire Department at 1 pm on Tuesday, June 20th! Treats and beverages will be provided.

No registration is required and walk-ins are welcome. The event will be held at the Libertyville Senior and Civic Center, 135 W. Church St.

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Hidden Gems Garden Walk Tickets Now on Sale

The Town and Country Garden Club of Libertyville invites you to its Hidden Gems Garden Walk on June 24th! From 10 am to 3 pm, explore five of Libertyville's most exceptional gardens. Artists will be onsite with nature-themed pieces for sale and a special tasting table from Chrissoulas will supply samples of new Greek and Mediterranean dishes.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the event. For details and to purchase tickets online, click here.

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Park. Dine. Shop. Explore!

Commuting via Metra? Consider the Prairie Crossing Station! An abundance of parking spaces are available for a daily fee. Take advantage of technology and pay with our new mobile app!

Check out all of Libertyville's parking options at www.libertyville.com/parking.

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Small Business Resources and Workshops with SBDC/ITC

The Illinois Small Business Development and International Trade Center offers small business workshops to equip you with tools and techniques to make your personal business venture a success!

For a full schedule of workshops, click here.

al fresco

Al Fresco All Day in Libertyville!

Celebrating grads and dads? Find a seat on the patios of Libertyville's restaurants and pubs!

Find your al fresco at www.LibertyvilleDining.com.

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Employment Opportunities

The Village is currently hiring for the following positions:

  • Part-Time Fire Prevention Inspector
  • Water System Operator
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Summer Recreation Staff


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

Upcoming Meetings


Monday, June 19th
Appearance Review Commission/Historic Preservation Commission - 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, June 20th
Committee of the Whole - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 21st
Economic Development Commission - 7:30 a.m.

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