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West Chicago's Inaugural Food Festival Offers a Taste of a Mexican Tradition
Continuing in the spirit of the One West Chicago Initiative which embraces community diversity, the City of West Chicago and the West Chicago Public Library District are partnering to offer attendees...

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City Seeks Nominations for 2018 Brilliance in Business Awards
The nomination period for the City of West Chicago’s Brilliance in Business Awards Program has opened and City leaders are hopeful that many in the community will be inspired to nominate a worthy business. It’s the highest honor given by the City in recognition of exemplary and innovative ...

Eight-week CERT Course Begins in West Chicago in September
Emergency preparedness is an important component of a successful community. All too often, severe weather related tragedies are reported on the news and remind us of the importance of disaster ...

“A World War I Memorial in Song”
In this highly acclaimed program, presented by the First Division Museum at Cantigny Park, baritone John Brancy and pianist Peter Dugan pay homage to the centennial of World War I through the music of composers...

West Chicago Welcomes America in Bloom Judges to the Community!
America in Bloom (AiB) judges have arrived in West Chicago for a whirlwind tour of more than 20 community destinations over two days, July 26 – 27, 2018, and West Chicago’s hard-working AiB committee is ready to wow them. Linda Cromer and Rod Barnes of America in Bloom will be judging community efforts in ...

Blooming Banners Added to the Streetscape in West Chicago to Welcome Summer & the Season of Gardening
A collection of striking botanical street banners that proclaim West Chicago in Bloom have been placed throughout the City to welcome summer and provide beauty and inspiration for novice and master gardeners, as ...

HEALTHCARE EXPECTED TO BE THE FASTEST GROWING INDUSTRY IN DUPAGE
Over the next year, healthcare is expected to be the fastest growing industry in DuPage County, as highlighted in the first quarter economic indicators report, published...

Come With Us to Discover China! From Chamber President
China is our second largest export market. Already the world’s largest market for cars, cell phones and seafood, it is the fastest growing market for luxury goods, air passengers and ...

Battle of Cantigny Centennial
The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park will host a full day of events on Memorial Day, May 28, to commemorate the centennial of America’s first key battle and first offensive of...

Community Invited to Live Remote Broadcast with Scott Mackay of 95.9 The River Radio
Scott Mackay, morning radio personality on 95.9 The River, returns to downtown West Chicago for another live remote broadcast out of Gallery 200, 103 West Washington Street. The event, which takes place on Friday, May 18, 2018 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. was organized by ...

Blooming Fest Returns to Downtown West Chicago
More than 80 vendors will be participating in West Chicago’s Blooming Fest this year, giving attendees of the downtown garden festival an opportunity to browse vendor booths of a wide variety. The event takes place on Main Street, Saturday...

College of DuPage StemCon!
Saturday, April 28th the College of DuPage presents, "StemCon!" Science + Technology + Engineering + Math, Time to Get Your Geek On!

Cultivating Pride in West Chicago
West Chicago’s garden and creative landscapes are about to pop thanks to the efforts of active community groups and individuals. Downtown and community-wide beautification efforts are being planned by a newly formed America in Bloom committee to complement ...

Monroe School Looking for Judges for Entrepreneur Fair!
The annual Entrepreneur Fair will be held on Friday, May 25th, at Monroe Middle School from ...

CANTIGNY JOINS ADMISSION PROGRAM FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES
The First Division Museum and McCormick House, Cantigny Park’s two museums, announced their participation in Museums for All—a national initiative of the Association of Children’s Museums and

Window to West Chicago Newsletter
Spring, at last! While April can still throw us a couple of curve (snow) balls, we can and should begin planning for cleanup projects, needed home repairs, garden preparations, and neighborhood beautification. The City has...

Warrenville's Hometown Happenings Newsletter

West Chicago Park District Announces the Retirement of 28-year Park Veteran – Jesse Felix
14-year old’s summer job working on greenhouses sparked a passion in Jesse Felix that later would turn into a long and decorated career in Parks and Recreation. Felix began his...

Blue Frost Heating & Cooling has Merged with Confident Aire
For the past 26 years it has been my honor and a privilege to serve families in the Fox Valley area, & to contribute to so many community-based organizations. If this letter already sounds like goodbye, you must keep reading- I am not going away! I am...

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH AT CANTIGNY
Cantigny Park will honor Women’s History Month with four events at the Robert R. McCormick House. All are free to attend...

Warrenville Library's Reading Matters Spring 2018
Register now for new Warrenville Library programs beginning March 1. You won't want to miss these exclusive events for Library members: Upcycled Book Page Flower Wreath and...

West Chicago Elementary School District 33 school leader named 2018 Illinois Elementary Principal of the Year
Pioneer School Principal Gloria Trejo was named 2018 Illinois Elementary Principal of the Year Thursday, February 15, 2018. The award, given by Horace Mann and the...

WINFIELD TOWNSHIP OPEN HOUSE
Winfield Township is hosting their Annual Open House on Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Winfield Township Road District Office located at 30W575 Roosevelt Road, West Chicago...

Tentative Agreement Reached in Community High School District 94
A tentative contract agreement has been reached between the Community High School District 94 Board of Education and the West Chicago High School Teachers’ ...

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