Get Involved: Join a Village Commission

Looking for a way to give back to the community? The Village of Deerfield has several volunteer commission opportunities available to help get you involved!

The Village is looking for passionate residents to serve on the:

Cemetery Commission – Help preserve Deerfield’s cemetery.
Family Days Commission – Plan the Village’s biggest celebration on July 3 and 4!
Fine Arts Commission – Bring more creativity to our community.
Volunteer Engagement Commission – Connect residents with ways to make a difference.

The deadline to apply is April 2. Don’t miss your chance to shape Deerfield’s future — volunteer today!

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Village Recognizes World Down Syndrome Day with Gigi’s Playhouse

At Monday’s Village Board meeting, Mayor Dan Shapiro and the Board of Trustees proudly presented a proclamation recognizing World Down Syndrome Awareness Day on March 21 to representatives from Gigi’s Playhouse Deerfield. This special recognition highlights the Village’s commitment to inclusivity, support and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Gigi’s Playhouse, a national network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers, provides free educational, therapeutic and career development programs designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome. The organization continues to make a meaningful impact in Deerfield and beyond by fostering a more accepting and supportive community. The Village of Deerfield is honored to stand with Gigi’s Playhouse in celebrating the abilities, achievements and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome.

Mayor Shapiro hands a World Down Syndrome Day proclamation to representatives of Gigi's Playhouse.

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April 1 Consolidated Election, Early Voting

The Consolidated Election will be held Tuesday, April 1, for election of municipal offices, library trustees, park district commissioners, school board members and more.

On Election Day, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents can find their designated Election Day polling place at the County’s website LakeVoterPower.info.

Early voting runs March 17 - 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Deerspring Pool, located at 200 Deerfield Road, is an early voting site.

More information about voting by mail, Early Voting sites and Election Day polling places is available at LakeVoterPower.info or by calling 847.377.2406.

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**Theater D Brings Thornton Wilder’s 'Our Town' to Town**

Deerfield Park District’s Theater D presents Thorton Wilder’s American classic, “Our Town,” March 28 – April 13 at Caruso Auditorium, 1801 Montgomery Road, Deerfield. Edward Albee, the three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright called “Our Town,” “The greatest American play ever written.”

Long after winning the 1938 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, "Our Town" remains one of the most enduring and most produced American plays of all time, reminding us to celebrate love, family, community, and the beauty in the ordinary. The three-act play gently asks the question, do human beings ever realize life while they live it?

Performance dates and times:

Fridays (3/28, 4/4, 4/11) at 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays (3/29, 4/5, 4/12) at 7:30 p.m.
Sundays (3/30, 4/6, 4/13) at 2 p.m.

Tickets available to purchase online.

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Honoring Our Veterans: Field of Honor Display

From November 7 to November 11, the Village of Deerfield invites residents to experience a breathtaking display of 500 United States flags at Jewett Park.

This moving tribute, part of the national Field of Honor event, will serve as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our veterans and active-duty service members. The Field of Honor is organized by the Village, Deerfield Police Department, Deerfield-Bannockburn Fire Protection District, Deerfield Public Library, Deerfield Park District and Deerfield American Legion Post 738.

Each flag in this solemn display represents an individual and carries a unique story. Residents have the opportunity to sponsor a flag in honor of a veteran, active-duty military member or another personal hero.

This year’s “Honoring Our Veterans” display is made possible through the generosity of sponsors, donors and dedicated volunteers.

Proceeds will benefit Midwest Veterans Closet and Lake County Honor Flight, organizations that support and uplift those who have served.

For more information or to sponsor a flag or become a corporate sponsor, visit the event website.

Safe Screens Parent Workshop Series

The Deerfield Police Department is excited to offer a free Safe Screens Parent Workshop Series for Deerfield residents to help you navigate your child's digital world safely! Each of the four sessions are hosted by School Resource Officer Lauren Maldonado and Digital Forensics Expert Sergeant Trevor Salato and will cover a different topic to give you the tools needed to protect your child online.

The sessions will be held in the Deerfield Village Hall Council Chambers from 6-7:30 p.m. on four separate evenings in April and May.

Workshop Dates and Topics:

April 17 - Parental Controls: Learn how to set up time limits, content restrictions and privacy settings.
May 1 - Snapchat Safety: Tips to manage contacts, privacy and prevent inappropriate content.
May 15 - TikTok & Instagram Safety: Keep your child safe from online risks with monitoring tools.
May 29 - Minecraft, Roblox & Other Chat Apps: Protect your child from unapproved contacts and ensure a safe gaming experience.

Sign up for each session you'd like to attend—attend one, or better yet, all four! Registration and more information on each session can be found here.

Stay Informed on Village Board Meetings

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