Downtown Lighting Ceremony November 22

Join us this Wednesday, November 22, from 4 to 5 p.m. for the Downtown Lighting Ceremony, presented by the Village of Deerfield and DBR Chamber of Commerce.

The festive event, sponsored in part by @Properties, will be held at Deerfield Village Centre between Starbucks and Bobby’s Deerfield.

Join Mayor Daniel C. Shapiro as he lights up the downtown at 5 p.m. Local businesses, including Bobby’s Deerfield, Pet People, DBR Chamber of Commerce, and Starbucks will provide complimentary treats, hot chocolate and goody bags.

Don’t miss this wonderful community event where you can kick off the holiday season with your neighbors, families, and local businesses!

Elfa is Coming to Town

Elfa, the Deerfield Bannockburn Riverwoods (DBR) Chamber of Commerce Elf and Holiday Intern, will be popping up in Deerfield businesses for the holidays.

This year Elfa will also be making an in-person visit to the Downtown Deerfield Lighting Ceremony next Wednesday at Deerfield Village Centre from 4 to 5 p.m. Stop by to see Elfa and receive a holiday gift bag filled with treats from local merchants.

Residents and visitors can find Elfa shopping in a Deerfield business each day between November 28 and December 12 on the Chamber’s Facebook page and Instagram page. Correctly identify where she is and message or email the Chamber for a chance to win a $25 gift card for products or services at that day’s business.

Contest Rules:

One entry per day per person.
Contest entries may be submitted daily between 9:00 a.m. and midnight (CST).
Entries may be submitted by direct message on the DBR Chamber of Commerce facebook and instagram pages or emailed to info@dbrchamber.com.
Entries must include Elfa’s correct location, entrants' first and last name, email and phone.
Each correct entry will be entered in a daily raffle for a $25 gift card.
One winner per day.
All decisions regarding the daily raffle are at the sole discretion of the Deerfield Bannockburn Riverwoods Chamber of Commerce.
DBR Chamber employees and their family members are ineligible to enter the daily raffle.

Thanksgiving Closures and Service Impacts

Non-emergency Village offices will be closed Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24, for Thanksgiving. LRS collection will not be impacted.
Leaf collection will only take place on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week. Crews will still service all properties next week, but the regular four day pickup schedule will not be followed. Therefore, residents should have their leaves out for pickup by Monday morning if they want to ensure the leaves will be collected. Regular collection will resume on Monday, November 27, the for the final week of the program. Please remember to place your leaves at the curb line and not in the roadway.

United Against Hate, Cities and Villages Collaborate to Protect Our Communities in Times of Strife

The Village of Deerfield has joined more than 30 area communities in condemning all acts of hate and reaffirming our shared commitment to being inclusive and welcoming communities for all. Read the joint statement below:

"As suburban cities and villages across the region, we stand united behind a core shared value: the unequivocal condemnation of all acts of hate.

During these times of strife, we are more committed than ever to safeguarding our communities. We strive to be inclusive and welcoming spaces for the residents, businesses, and students who call our communities home as well as any visitors, and strongly oppose hate-motivated hostility that only serves to sow division and fear.

Our vigilance has been heightened as the ongoing war in Israel and Gaza, as well as the accompanying violence, have impacted many of our residents.

This has led to an unsettling surge in inflammatory, antisemitic and Islamophobic rhetoric and behavior on a global scale. The heavy burden of grief, anxiety, and isolation is one that many community members bear as they and their families confront the consequences of terrorism.

While no specific threats have been reported in our communities, we understand that our residents are concerned about the wide-spread increase in antisemitic and Islamophobic language, imagery, or behavior. Protecting public safety remains our highest priority, and in today’s interconnected world, it is a shared responsibility among regional, state and federal government partners.

Our collaboration transcends boundaries, fostering regional awareness and a coordinated response to the concerns of our residents – whether local, national, or global. This regional alignment is possible through the continued multi-jurisdictional exchange of information, joint training initiatives, and shared public safety dispatch services. We are proud of the strong partnerships that link our communities.

We rely on the entire community to assist in promoting public safety. It is essential that community members – including residents, business owners and employees – report suspicious behaviors, threats, or other activity to law enforcement by calling 911. The United States Department of Homeland Security encourages all Americans to familiarize themselves with recognizing and reporting suspicious behaviors by using the resources at their website.

The Cities of Highland Park and Highwood, and the Villages of Bannockburn, Carol Stream, Deerfield, Flossmoor, Forest Park, Forest View, Glencoe, Glenview, Grayslake, Hampshire, Hazel Crest, Hainesville, Hoffman Estates, La Grange, La Grange Park, Lake Bluff, Lake in the Hills, Lincolnshire, Lincolnwood, Lindenhurst, North Barrington, North Riverside, Northbrook, Northfield, Palos Park, Richton Park, Skokie, Vernon Hills, Wadsworth, Wheeling and Wilmette will continue to collaborate with federal and state law enforcement agencies and antiterrorism professionals. Together, we will continue to monitor intelligence and implement additional measures to protect the public’s safety in our communities."

Save the Dates: Winter Celebration and Market Return December 1-2

The Winter Celebration will be held on Friday, December 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Village Hall. Friday evening will feature complimentary treats, roasted chestnuts, live musical performances and more. Featured entertainment includes a live ice sculptor and a performance by the Deerfield High School Choraliers. Join us for a magical evening of holiday festivities at the Winter Celebration – it’s a night you won’t want to miss! A special thanks to long-time local sponsors and participants Deerfield Auto & Tire and Deerfield BP, who provide the roasted chestnuts and hot cider every year.

The Winter Market will be the following day, Saturday, December 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm Street. At this year’s Winter Market, you can look forward to festive live entertainment, retail & craft booths, non-profit charities, food vendors, children’s activities and holiday fun in a warm, new indoor location! Get into the holiday spirit and find unique gifts while supporting local artisans, restaurants and charities at the Winter Market. The Winter Market is brought to you by the Village of Deerfield and the DBR Chamber of Commerce.

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