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Fall Produce in Season at Farmers Market

Don't miss out on the last batch of blueberries for the season, and check out fresh fall arrivals like sweet potatoes and leeks at the Deerfield Farmers Market. This Saturday, show your purchases from at least three different vendors at the information tent to get a free Deerfield Farmers Market tote bag (while supplies last)!

The Farmers Market is excited to welcome special non-weekly vendors Red Bean & Cocoa, Honey House and Harmonie this week. Plus, say hello to Midwest Mush Supply, a local mushroom farm joining the Farmers Market every week until the end of the season.

Assessor Presents Property Tax Assessment Appeal Workshop

Join West Deerfield Township Assessor Andrew Richter for a Tax Appeal Workshop at the Deerfield Public Library this month. Participants will learn how to understand the assessment process, file an appeal of their property tax assessment, determine the best method of appealing their assessment and choose the right comparable sales for their appeal. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the tax appeal process. No registration required.

Dates:

Tuesday, September 16 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, September 20 at 2 p.m.
Monday, September 22 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 25 at 1 p.m.
Saturday, September 27 at 2 p.m.

Post with the following information: Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the tax appeal process. Participants will learn how to understand the assessment process, file an appeal of their property tax assessment, determine the best method of appealing their assessment and choose the right comparable sales for their appeal. No registration required.

Safe Screens Workshops

The Deerfield Police Department is once again excited to offer a free Safe Screens Parent Workshop Series for Deerfield residents to help parents navigate their child’s digital world safely. Each of the three sessions are hosted by School Resource Officer Lauren Maldonado and Sergeant Trevor Salato and will cover a different topic to give you the tools to protect your children online. Sessions are held at the Deerfield Police Department from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

September 22, 2025 - Parental Controls: Learn how to set up time limits, content restrictions, and privacy settings
September 29, 2025 - Snapchat Safety: Tips to manage contacts, privacy and prevent inappropriate content
October 6, 2025 - TikTok, Instagram, Minecraft & Roblox: Protect your child from unapproved contacts, monitor online activity and ensure a safe gaming experience

Register online. Sign up for each session you'd like to attend — attend one, or better yet, all three! There are limited spots available for each session, so don’t wait!

Harvest Fest Bags Tournament Registration

Get ready to toss like a boss! The annual Harvest Fest Bags Tournament is back on Saturday, September 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. Grab a partner, bring your A-game and compete for bragging rights in this community favorite.

Hosted in partnership with the Deerfield Park District, this event fills up fast — so don’t wait, register today.

Children sit on a curb watching people play bags at Harvest Fest

Thank you to our sponsors Douglas Law, Celebree School, Ultimate Ninjas Academy, Little Tommy's Plumbing, Sport Clips, Align Wellness Center, LoMastro and AoPS Merel Black, Parkway Bank,

DBR Chamber of Commerce Celebrating 100 Years

Local Chambers Unite to Celebrate Illinois Chamber of Commerce Week

The Chambers of Commerce across Lower Lake County are proud to join the statewide celebration of Illinois Chamber of Commerce Week, taking place September 8–12, 2025.

This year, they are highlighting the full spectrum of what it means to be part of a Chamber — networking, education, community connection, growth and advocacy — with seven engaging events designed to serve local businesses at every stage. From panels on inclusion and equity to tech-forward workshops and signature networking gatherings, their lineup shows the many ways Chambers care for local businesses and the people behind them.

They are especially excited about the diversity of this week’s offerings:

Tools for navigating solo aging
Supporting neurodiverse and disabled employees
Tackling systemic business challenges
Embracing AI for smarter operations
And, of course, celebrating community with their ever-popular Fleming’s Business After Hours

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or new to the community, this week is about you — your growth, your challenges, and your place in our shared business ecosystem. Explore more about the statewide celebration – Illinois Chamber Week Overview.

Stay Informed on Village Board Meetings

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