Memorial Day Ceremony and LRS Collection Delay

Join the Deerfield American Legion Post 738 for Memorial Day as we come together to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

The Deerfield American Legion Post 738 will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 25, at the Veterans Memorial in the Jewett Park Community Center parking lot. A short procession to the Deerfield cemetery will follow, and an open house at the Legion Hall will take place after the ceremony.

Please note that non-emergency Village facilities will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. LRS collection will operate with a one day delay.

Food Truck Wednesdays

The Village of Deerfield is excited to welcome back the popular Food Truck Wednesdays summer series at Jewett Park.

Building on last year’s strong turnout and positive feedback, the series returns with another full lineup of evenings featuring great food, live music and family-friendly activities in a relaxed park setting.

This year, the events will once again be held in the Hazel Avenue parking lot near the park, giving attendees easy access to more shade, grassy areas for picnic blankets, and nearby picnic tables and park amenities. The location offers a comfortable, convenient setting for families, friends and neighbors to gather and enjoy a summer evening outdoors.

Mark your calendars for the following Wednesdays: June 3 and 17, July 8 and 22, and August 5 and 19. Each event will take place from 4:30 to 8 p.m., offering a fun and easy way to enjoy dinner, entertainment and time in the park.

Each Food Truck Wednesday will feature a rotating selection of food vendors serving a wide variety of options, from savory meals and snacks to sweet treats and desserts. Attendees can look forward to a mix of returning favorites and new vendors throughout the season, making each event a little different.

Bring your appetite, lawn chairs or a blanket, and enjoy an evening of food, music and community connection.

Food Truck Wednesdays continue to be a great way to make the most of summer in Deerfield.

Recycle Rally June 6 at Public Works

Ready to recycle and declutter? Join the Village of Deerfield for the Recycle Rally on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to noon at Public Works, 375 Elm Street.

This free event for Deerfield residents is a great opportunity to responsibly recycle electronics and donate gently used shoes, clothing and other textiles for reuse. Shoes and textiles will be collected for donation, while electronics will be responsibly recycled.

The Recycle Rally is presented by the Village’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Working Group and the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County.

Before attending, please review the full list of accepted and unaccepted items.

Village Vehicle Stickers Due by July 1

Applications for 2026 vehicle stickers are now live. Stickers must be displayed on all vehicles registered or garaged in Deerfield by July 1.

Stickers for passenger vehicles cost $30 if purchased by June 30. After June 30, a 50 percent late penalty is assessed. If you do not receive your application, you still need to have your stickers by July 1. Additional applications are available online or at Village Hall. The Village offers an online payment system for vehicle stickers. Visit the Village website and click the “Pay Online” button on the homepage. There is no additional charge for online payment.

Additional vehicle sticker purchasing options include in-person at Village Hall, returning the renewal application by mail, or using the payment drop box located in the median just south of Village Hall on Jewett Park Drive. The deadline to display a new 2026 sticker is July 1.

This year’s sticker celebrates the 250 years since the founding of our country.

Save the Date: Deerfield Art Festival June 6-7

Kick off summer at the 4th Annual Deerfield Art Festival, returning to downtown Deerfield on Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Held in partnership with the Village of Deerfield Fine Arts Commission, this free, family-friendly event will feature more than 80 juried artists.

Visitors can explore a vibrant outdoor gallery showcasing original works in painting, photography, ceramics, furniture, jewelry, wood, fiber and more. In addition to shopping for one-of-a-kind art, guests can enjoy live music, interactive “Start to Paint” classes, and children’s activities in the “Kids Art Zone” and “Kids Art Stop.” A youth artist area will also highlight handmade creations by emerging young artists.

Festivalgoers can enjoy on-site food and nearby restaurant options throughout the weekend. Admission and parking are free, the event is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, and leashed dogs are welcome.

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