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Greetings Ivan!
Here’s what you need to know this week:
🎸 Music to your ears: The Wednesdays on the Green outdoor concert series continues this week with 28Days.
♻️ Got junk? Skokie residents can participate in free one-day recycling events in Niles and Evanston this Saturday.
🌻 Reminder: The nomination period is now open for the annual Beautification Awards.
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🎆 Celebrate July 4th In Skokie |
Celebrate Independence Day in Skokie on Friday, July 4!
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Parade: Skokie’s annual 4th of July parade will begin at noon on July 4. Want to support the event? Sign up to be a volunteer!
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Fireworks: Head to Niles West High School, 5701 Oakton St., for the annual Fireworks Festival on Friday evening! Family fun and live music begin at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
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Skokie Village Hall will be closed on Friday, July 4. In addition, next week:
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Thursday refuse and recycling collections will occur on Wednesday
- Friday refuse and recycling collections will occur on Thursday
- Yard waste collections will occur on Saturday, July 5
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All other collections will occur as normal.
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Reminder: Illegal Fireworks Law
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In advance of July 4, the Skokie Police Department is reminding community members about the Village’s illegal fireworks ordinance.
Who to call: Report fireworks noise complaints by contacting the police non-emergency number (847-982-5900) or text a tip to 226787 and begin your message with “Skokie.” For fireworks-related issues that pose a life safety threat or fire hazard, call 911.
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| Say ‘Ciao!’ to Ascione Bistro and Bar
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Ascione Bistro and Bar is now open in the heart of Downtown Skokie!
What to expect: The Italian-focused dining experience, located at Lincoln Avenue and Oakton Street, offers handmade pastas, rustic entrees and classic cocktails in a beautifully designed, contemporary space.
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Mayor Tennes, Clerk Desai, and representatives of the Skokie Chamber of Commerce and Puttshack cut the ribbon at the new high-tech mini-golf venue last week.
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On Wednesday, Skokie cut the ribbon at Puttshack, a new tech-infused mini-golf experience now open at Westfield Old Orchard!
More than mini-golf: In addition to four nine-hole courses, the social entertainment venue offers two full-service bars and a globally inspired food menu. See photos on the Village’s Facebook and Instagram.
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Westfield Old Orchard Summer Events
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Westfield Old Orchard is hosting a variety of fun, free music, fitness and children’s events open to the public this summer, including:
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Apply for the Corporation Counsel Position
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The Village is seeking candidates for the position of corporation counsel.
Position overview: The corporation counsel serves as the chief legal advisor to the mayor, Board of Trustees, village manager and senior staff, and reports directly to the mayor and Board of Trustees.
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The corporation counsel leads the Village’s Legal Department and is responsible for providing strategic, high-level legal counsel to ensure compliance, protect the Village’s interests, and support policy initiatives.
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More information: Review the job posting (PDF) for more information on position responsibilities and qualifications, and apply by Sunday, July 6.
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Prevent Mosquito Breeding On Your Property
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The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District has found the first West Nile virus positive mosquitoes to occur in its traps in Skokie this year. In addition, the Illinois Department of Public Health has announced the state’s first human case of West Nile virus of 2025 in southern Illinois.
Fight the Bite
While the risk of being infected with West Nile virus is low at this time, the NSMAD recommends that residents take personal protection measures to minimize mosquito bites including:
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Avoid peak mosquito activity: Stay indoors during dawn, dusk and early evening when mosquitoes are most active.
- Wear protective clothing: When spending time outdoors, especially in wooded areas, wear long-sleeved shirts and pants.
- Use insect repellents: Apply insect repellents containing DEET on exposed skin, and consider spraying your clothing for added protection.
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Eliminate Standing Water
Mosquitoes breed in standing water. Follow these tips to eliminate potential breeding sites:
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Remove standing water from outdoor items, such as flower pots, toys, roof gutters, birdbaths and ponds.
- Maintain and clean catch basins. NSMAD offers mosquito larvae treatment for catch basins—call 847-446-9434 for more details.
- Change the water in birdbaths and plant pots weekly.
- Drain plastic pools daily and store them indoors when not in use.
- Trim grass and shrubs to reduce mosquito hiding spots.
- Clear gutters and ensure proper drainage to avoid water pooling.
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Coming Soon: ComEd Customer Relief Fund
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ComEd is launching a one-time relief fund to provide financial assistance for those struggling with high energy costs.
Beginning July 7, customers will be able to apply for assistance available through the $10 million fund administered by Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (NHS) and The Salvation Army. Eligible customers will be provided with relief in the form of grants to be applied to past due bills. Learn more about the ComEd Customer Relief Fund.
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Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held at Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street.
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