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Happy Thanksgiving from the Village! The Village Board wishes all our residents a safe & happy Thanksgiving! The Village appreciates our residents for choosing Hanover Park as their home. America's Global Village isn't just a tagline - it is the spirit that drives Hanover Park. We will continue to build a community that is a great place to live, visit, work, and do business. |
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Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule ReminderDue to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, Village Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 27th & Friday, November 28th. During the week of Thanksgiving, the refuse collection date will be Saturday, Nov. 29. As a reminder, this will be the final collection day for Groot's leaf pick-up program.
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Nominate a 2025 Business of the Year!Nominations for the 2025 Business of the Year award are open! Visit the Village's website to nominate your favorite business. Each nominated business will be interviewed and judged to determine the winner. This award honors contributions made by Hanover Park businesses benefiting the community. The Economic Development Committee will judge the entries and choose the winners. The selected business will be honored at the 2026 Village Awards Presentation, be highlighted on the Village Facebook Page, and be featured in the Hanover Park Hi-Lighter newsletter and Business Matters newsletter All residents and businesses are encouraged to nominate outstanding Village of Hanover Park businesses. The nominated businesses will be judged in the following categories including, but not limited to: - Community Involvement
- Excellence in Customer Service
- Positive Image and Appearance
The deadline for submitting nominations is December 5, 2025.
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Join Us Next Friday for theTree Lighting Ceremony! Join us in kicking off the holiday season with our annual tree lighting ceremony. Visit our Winter Wonderland on Friday, December 5th at the Ontarioville Plaza from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Stop by Santa's Toy Shop, take a selfie with Santa, and meet his reindeer! Enjoy s'mores, hot cocoa & cookies, face painting, and mini train rides. The Partners for Our Communities (POC) will also be hosting a coat drive during the event. They will be accepting new or gently used coats, hats, or gloves as donations.
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Holiday Solid Waste Collection Schedule
As the holiday season approaches, refuse collection days will be affected by the placement of the holidays on the calendar. During the week of Thanksgiving, the collection date will be Saturday, Nov. 29. As a reminder, this will be the final collection day for Groot's leaf pick-up program. During the week of Christmas, the collection date will be Saturday, Dec. 27. During the week of New Year’s Day, the collection date will be Saturday, Jan. 3. Please call Groot at (630) 469-1036 or Public Works at (630) 823-5700 with any questions.
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Youth of the Year Scholarship Applications Due December 5thNamed after Michael H. Coleman, a young Hanover Park resident who passed away in 2011, this scholarship program is designed to recognize and encourage excellence in the young people of Hanover Park. Students are judged on academic initiative, career initiative, leadership initiative and community initiative. Each year, a high school senior is selected as the Hanover Park "Youth of the Year." The Youth of the Year Scholarship was established by the Village of Hanover Park to honor and recognize the contributions of graduating high school students who reside in Hanover Park. Each year, Hanover Park high school seniors are invited to participate in this program. Although considered, academics are secondary to the student’s involvement in serving the Hanover Park community. The Village knows there are several ways in which youth are involved in improving both themselves and the Village of Hanover Park and acknowledge those achievements by awarding a $1,000 scholarship and four $500 runner up scholarships. For information on how to apply, visit our website. Applications are due by December 5.
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Hanover Park Community Food DriveThe Village of Hanover Park and the Hanover Park Park District are hosting a food drive to support the food pantries of our four townships - Hanover Township, Schaumburg Township, Bloomingdale Township, and Wayne Township! You can drop off your donations at Village Hall, 2121 W. Lake Street or the Park District, 1919 Walnut Ave. Stop by either location to drop off your contributions! Donations will be collected through December 5th. Examples of most needed items include: canned vegetables, canned tomato products, pasta, ramen noodles, cereal, peanut butter, Hamburger Helper, and paper products. Not sure which township you live in? Check out our map! Townships provide vital support to our community, including food assistance, senior & youth programs, transportation services, welfare services & more. |
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Construction Updates If you have any project questions, contact Engineering at 630-823-5700 or visit www.hpil.org/1234/current-projects. 2025 Watermain Replacement Update: This week, the contractor finished paving all the streets impacted by this project. Although parkways will be cleaned up for the winter, the final restoration and punchlist tasks will be finished in the spring. Fiber Installation (AT&T): AT&T has several fiber installation projects throughout the Village. Any questions or concerns about these projects should be directed to AT&T’s Construction Hotline at 800-843-6581. If you leave your name, address, and phone number, they will follow up within 48 hours. Arlington Drive Bridge Replacement Update: This week, the contractor excavated and poured the footings for the final wingwall of the bridge. Next week, weather permitting, the contractor intends to frame and pour the wingwall. |
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Help Archive Hanover Park's History! Join the Hanover Park Historic Committee on Saturday, December 6th for an archiving event. The Committee will be archiving pictures and newspaper articles that tell the story of Hanover Park's history. No experience is needed to participate. This event will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Village Hall boardroom. To sign up to volunteer, please fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/HPArchive126.
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Visits with Santa in the GazeboWho is ready for a photo with Santa? Meet Santa at the gazebo in Ontarioville Park on December 8th or 15th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Bring your family and a camera for a photo opportunity. Pets are always welcome too!
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What's Happening at Your Local Library?Schaumburg Township District Library - Hanover Park Branch- STEAM Discovery: Animals in Winter - Dec. 3 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Join the library in learning how the furry and feathered friends we see in our neighborhoods adapt to the cold weather. Visit the library's website to register.
- Special Family Storytime with Hanover Park Mayor - Dec. 9 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Bring the whole family for fun with stories, songs, and an activity with Hanover Park Mayor, Rodney Craig.
- Crafternoon: Winter Scene - Dec. 10 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Drop in and create a beautiful winter scene while supplies last. Craft available to those 5 - 12 years old.
- Evening Movie Showing - Dec. 10 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Join the library in watching an evening showing of the movie, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. This is a PG movie with a 143-minute runtime.
For more events, visit the Schaumburg Township District Library's website. Poplar Creek Library - Sonya Crawshaw Branch- Tiny Art Show Voting Ends Nov. 30: Stop by the Library's display case located in the Art Gallery hallway to view our community Tiny Art Show and cast your vote for your favorite mini masterpiece. Prizes will be awarded in each age group, and your vote helps decide the winners! All ages are welcome to participate. To vote online, visit the library's website.
- Holiday Maker Market - Dec. 1 to Dec. 31: This year, the library will host a Holiday Maker Market. They have curated a collection of beginner-friendly projects that allow you to add a personal touch to every present. One item per patron, while supplies last.
- Christmas Cats (Craft) - Dec. 4 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM: Make your tree purr-fect! Handmake an adorable felt cat ornament with festive sequins and beads. Registration is required. Visit the library's website to register.
For more events, visit the Poplar Creek Library's website.
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Join a Committee Today! Hanover Park has many committees and commissions where you can volunteer your time and give back to the community! There are several committees with open positions available including the Cultural Inclusion and Diversity Committee, the Development Commission, the Environmental Committee, and our Sister Cities Committee. To learn more about these committees or to apply to join, visit our website!
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Thank You Corporate Partners!
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Village President Rodney S. Craig
Village Clerk
Kristy Merrill
Trustees
Troy Albuck Yasmeen Bankole Jenni Broccolino
Liza Gutierrez
Jon Kunkel
Herb Porter
Village Manager
Juliana A. Maller |
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