Holiday Closures, LRS Collection Delayed by One Day

Village Hall non-emergency offices will be closed Monday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday. LRS collection will also be delayed by one day all week.

It is best to leave the fireworks to the professionals. One good way to do that is by attending the 59th Annual Deerfield Family Days, which will have a fireworks display on Sunday night.

Fireworks are dangerous and unpredictable by nature and discharging of fireworks (including firecrackers, bottle rockets, and Roman candles) is a violation of State law and Village ordinances. Novelty fireworks, such as snakes, sparklers, and party-poppers are not regulated by the State. While sparklers are legal, they are extremely dangerous because they burn at temperatures of up to 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit and remain extremely hot long after the sparks have ceased. Each July 4th, thousands of people nationwide, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. The best way to protect your family is to not use any fireworks at home.

Also keep in mind that backyard fireworks displays can be a nuisance to your neighbors, especially those with young children, pets, and people living with PTSD. The Deerfield Police Department enforces the local ordinance and State law where applicable.

Family Days - It's a Blast!

Deerfield Family Days will kick off another two days of fun July 3rd and 4th. Join family and friends for a holiday filled with fun and entertainment!

The spectacular fireworks show will be held Sunday, July 3rd, at Brickyards Park with live entertainment and kids’ activities. The gates will open at 5 p.m. and food and drink concessions will be available for purchase. Vendors will include Donut Jester, Judy's Pizza, Mario's Cart, My Funnel Truck and Nothing Bundt Cakes.

On Monday, July 4th, head on over to the festivities at Jewett Park including breakfast in the park, dog show, the flower show and a variety of games. The parade starts at noon on Monday and will travel from Deerspring Pool, west to Waukegan Road, north to Hazel and end at Jewett Park.

This year’s Parade Marshals are Mayor Emeritus Harriet Rosenthal and the League of Women Voters of Deerfield/Lincolnshire. Rosenthal served 12 years as Mayor and 24 years as a Village Trustee. The League of Women Voters was founded in Chicago on February 14, 1920. Since then, the League has worked to register voters, sponsor candidate forums, provide non-partisan election materials about candidates, and study issues on the local, state and national levels in order to create a better-informed electorate.

Breakfast in Jewett Park

Enjoy breakfast in Jewett Park with Deerfield's own The Wild Roaster!

The menu includes crepes, pastries, fruit, as well as chicken sausage on a stick. Beverages include orange juice, hot coffee, iced coffee and water.

Breakfast is served between 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Family Days Dog Show - BYOD

The Family Days Dog Show is back this July 4!

No registration required. Ribbons and prizes awarded to dogs in the following categories: tallest dog, smallest dog, longest tail, shortest tail, best tricks/most obedient, best costumed dog, owner/dog who most look alike. Starts 9 a.m. at Jewett Park. BYOD!

Rotary Race Registration Now Open

Calling all runners! The Rotary Race is back at this year's Deerfield Family Days at Maplewood Park. Click here to register online today. Registration open through Saturday at midnight.

The first 200 registered participants are guaranteed a Rotary Race shirt. Registration fee is $35.00.

The 5K Race starts promptly at 8 a.m., rain or shine. Race Day registration and packet pick up are from 7-7:45 a.m. Inclement weather may alter or cancel the event. No refunds.

One overall male/female and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place runners in each age group for both males and females will receive awards:

12 & under
13 - 15
16 - 24
25 - 39
40 - 49
50 - 59
60 - 69
70 & over

New Sensory Friendly Area

The Deerfield Bannockburn Riverwoods (DBR) Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Deerfield Lions Club, GiGi’s Playhouse and the Village of Deerfield are pleased to announce a new Sensory Friendly Area for individuals with special needs at Deerfield Family Days on Monday, July 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Jewett Park in Deerfield.

The Sensory Friendly Area is a separate, quieter area with soft seating, games and activities specially designed for those with sensory challenges and other special considerations. All ages are welcome, but a parent or caregiver must accompany and remain with children.

The Sensory Friendly Area is located at the north end of Jewett Park, near Hazel Avenue and will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 4, 2022. Please keep in mind the Deerfield Parade route will go by this area from 12:30 – 1:00 p.m.

The Sensory Friendly Area is designed to allow those with special needs to attend Deerfield Family Days with family and friends in a less overwhelming environment. Please understand this area is not open to everyone but designed for those who need it.
Thank you to the Deerfield Lions Club for their generosity in assisting us in bringing the Sensory Friendly Area to our communities.

Join the Family Days Bike Parade

Calling all kids, bicycles and parents! Join the Family Days Annual Bike Parade at the parking lot of Rosemary Terrace and Deerfield Road on July 4 at 8:30 a.m.

Each participant will receive an honorable mention ribbon and a goodie bag. Ribbons are awarded to first, second and third place entries in the categories five years and younger and six years and older.

Please bring your bicycle helmet and bicycle already decorated. No registration required.

Family Days Flower Show

Attention gardeners, including junior gardeners up to age 14, the Family Days Flower Show is back in a new location – the Jewett Park Pavilion. Show us your green thumb by entering your favorite plants/flowers in this year's show!

Drop off and register your entries from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at the Jewett Park Pavilion. Entry cards must be completed for each item. Bud vases will be provided for all fresh cut flowers. To speed up the registration process, please bring return address labels. Doors close for judging at 10:00 a.m. The Flower Show is open to the public from 11:00 a.m. through 3:00 p.m.

Ribbons will be awarded by certified garden show judges from the Gardeners of the North Shore in the following categories:

Annuals
Perennials/Biennials
Roses
Summer Bulbs, Corms and Tubers
Day Lilies
Cacti/Succulents/Terrariums
Houseplants
Outdoor Potted Plants
Hanging Baskets
Flowering Shrubs
Ornamental Grasses
Vegetables/Fruits/Herbs

Junior Gardeners - Vegetables/Flowers/Houseplants/Herbs

Entries must be removed at 3:00 p.m.

Questions, please email Julie Goldberg at julie@glassvasefloral.com.

Enter the Family Poster Contest, Win Free Pizza

Make a poster about what the 4th of July means to you and get a coupon for free pizza from Italian Kitchen! Participants should be 13 or younger. On the back of your poster, put your name, age, phone number and address. Bring it to Italian Kitchen by noon on July 3.

Stay Informed on Village Board Meetings

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