Lake County Gazette

Come join us for a FREE Concert in the Park this Friday, August 13th! This concert will feature the classic rock band, Second Time Around. 

The concert will take place at Community Park, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Community Park is located at 5 Park View Lane, at the corner of Old McHenry and Quentin Roads. So, grab your lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and enjoy our summer concert series! 

To view the details of our entire summer 2021 line-up, please click here.

The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) has begun a Phase I Engineering Study for the areas surrounding the Old McHenry Road and the Canadian National (CN) Railroad Crossing and along Quentin Road.

LCDOT seeks to improve safety, traffic operations, and connectivity for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians within and surrounding the Old McHenry Road and CN Railroad area. The project will evaluate the feasibility of constructing a new grade separation at the CN Railroad tracks, meaning motorists will not have to sit and wait for the nearly 20 trains that pass through each day.

The project team is just now getting started and community participation is most welcome. A virtual open house for the community will be planned this fall.

Visit the project website: Here you can learn more about the project, including maps of the study area, timeline, and frequently asked questions. As the project progresses, documents will be posted to the website. Be sure to click on the “Comment Map” tool where you can add your inputs directly to the map at https://omxproject.com/ [omxproject.com].

The Lake County Division of Transportation welcomes your participation!

The Delta variant continues to spread at a rapid pace around the country. It is highly transmissible and is accounting for more than 80% of COVID-19 cases in the United States. Cases are increasing daily and are projected to bring Lake County into the substantial level of transmission if this trend continues. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently updated their guidance and recommends that everyone, vaccinated and unvaccinated, wear a mask indoors in areas with substantial and high transmission. New guidance also recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to K-12 schools. To keep track of transmission by county, check out the CDC page COVID-19 Integrated County View.

Getting as many people vaccinated as possible against COVID-19 continues to be the most effective way to control the pandemic. All COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized in the United States are effective against COVID-19, including severe disease, hospitalization, and death.

Having additional layered prevention strategies will also continue to control the spread. Layered prevention strategies include:

View the full Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People.

View the Guidance for Implementing COVID-19 Prevention Strategies in the Context of Varying Community Transmission Levels and Vaccination Coverage.

The Village of Hawthorn Woods, along with our Hawthorn Woods in Bloom Committee, would like to invite our residents, businesses, churches, and civic groups to take part in the beautification of our community. One winner will be chosen to receive the Excellence in Gardening Award in the month of June, July, August, and September. Gardens are judged with regards to design, maintenance, originality, color, and personal touch. Once a winner is chosen, Mayor Dominick DiMaggio will present a colorful “Excellence in Gardening” yard sign to the award recipient to display in their front lawn.

Nominate a friend, neighbor, or even your own garden for the award! All gardens nominated must be located within the Village limits of Hawthorn Woods. To nominate a garden, contact Brian Sullivan at bsullivan@vhw.org or (847) 847-3531. Nominations are due the first Friday of each month.

Nicor Home Equipment Rebates

If you purchase an energy-efficient furnace, boiler or smart thermostat this year, you may be eligible for a @NicorGas rebate. Nicor is offering rebates of $200-$225 for furnaces, depending on the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) percentage and installation date. Rebates of $350 are offered for boilers with an AFUE of 95% or above. For ENERGY STAR^® certified smart thermostats, you can receive a $25 rebate.

For more information or to apply, go to: http://bit.ly/37JvNii.

Parks & Recreation

Check out what's happening in Hawthorn Woods this upcoming fall! The Parks and Recreation fall 2021 brochure is now available. The brochure contains information on events, such as Fall Family Fun Fest, Movies in the Barn, our Holiday Craft Fair, and the Hometown Holiday event. Check out our popular programs, such as Youth Soccer, Taekwondo, and Gymnastics. We also have new programs to offer, such as Green Sprouts, Nerf Flag Football, and Martial Arts Fitness classes. Registration is now open for all fall programs.

The Village of Hawthorn Woods Youth Soccer League offers young soccer players an opportunity to learn the game of soccer and build upon their existing skills. This program provides instruction in a recreation-based environment where participants learn by playing together on the field. Our program focuses on player skill development through training, drills, and scrimmage games. All levels welcome. Visit www.vhw.org/YouthSoccer for complete details.

September 8 - October 30

Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Heritage Oaks Park - Soccer Fields

This program is designed to introduce the art of taekwondo to children by instilling the five ancient tenets of taekwondo as a way of life - courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit. This program provides the foundation for physical and psychological training; increasing their strength, fitness, flexibility, confidence, and ability to focus. It teaches children how to build a strong healthy body and provides the foundational elements for improved motor skills, better ability to pay attention and follow directions, practice courtesy and discipline, and gain self-confidence. All participants must wear a uniform. Uniform fee: $65 (separate from program fees). Visit www.vhw.org/taekwondo for complete details.

Little Jins (Ages 5-7)

Tuesdays, Sept. 7-Oct. 26, 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center - Community Room

Fees: $120/resident; $138/non-resident

Kids & Family (Ages 8+)

Tuesdays, Sept. 7-Oct. 26, 5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center - Community Room

Fees: $300/resident; $345/non-resident

Introduce your child to various sports, including baseball, football, track & field, hockey, volleyball, and more. Click on the links below to view our program offerings this fall.

The Parks and Recreation Department partners with Vernon Hills Gymnastics to offer gymnastics classes for various levels. Click here to view our class offerings, including:

Martial Arts Fitness (Ages 18+)

Workout with fitness classes that “pack a punch”! These martial arts inspired fitness classes are fun and fast-paced 30-minute workouts that include kicking, punching, strength training, muscle toning, and cardio building. Classes are held in the safety of a non-contact, supportive group class structure. Come work up a good sweat and enjoy the benefits of what we like to call “kick-punch therapy.” With this class pass, you may attend unlimited classes for the full 12 weeks. See the schedule of classes below. Gloves and gear are provided.

Unlimited classes September 7 - November 30

Various days and times (Click here to view class schedule)

Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts

Fees: $250/resident; $290/non-resident

Fit4Mom (Ages 18+)

FIT4MOM is the nation’s leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program, providing fitness classes and a network of moms to support every stage of motherhood. From pregnancy, through postpartum and beyond, FIT4MOM fitness and wellness programs help make moms strong in body, mind, and spirit. Your first class is FREE! Class offerings include Body Boost, Strides 360, Body Well, and Stroller Strides.

Classes begin September 7

Various days and times (Click here to view class schedule)

Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center - Community Room

Pickleball (Ages 55+)

Whether you want to learn the game of pickleball or build upon your current knowledge and skills, this class is for you. Classes will focus on pickleball basics, such as forehand and backhand shots, serving, and court positioning. Players will learn scoring and the rules of the game through drills and playing time. The pace of this class will give players the opportunity to develop the skills needed to play this fun and energetic game. All levels welcome. All equipment will be provided.

Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Mundelein Community Center - Gym

Fees: $59/resident; $68/non-resident

Friday, August 13

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Community Park

Concert featuring Second Time Around (Classic Rock)

Friday, August 20

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Community Park

Concert featuring Latest Rumor (Rock, Country & Blues)

Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center

In alignment with the CDC and the Lake County Health Department guidance, masks are required to enter all Village buildings, regardless of vaccination status. This includes indoor facilities at the Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center, such as the front office and locker rooms. 

Last Day of the 2021 season is Sunday, August 15th

Visit us at www.vhw.org/HWAC

Hours

Monday - Friday

Noon - 1:00 p.m. (Members only)

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday

11:00 a.m. - 12 Noon (Members only)

12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Daily Fees

Individual: $10/resident; $13/non-resident

Youth/Senior: $7/resident; $10/non-resident

Ages 3 & Under: FREE

During our most recent Village Board Meeting on July 26, 2021, Mayor Dominick DiMaggio and the Village Board of Trustees took action to comply with the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. As mandated, the Village Board passed an ordinance allowing commercial solicitors to knock on residential doors. Please click here to view the new solicitation ordinance. 

As a result, you may encounter commercial solicitors at your door. However, the solicitors must wear a permit, visible to residents. Our Community Development Department must approve a solicitation application in order to issue a permit. Once the application is approved, the Village will provide commercial solicitors with a permit pin-on card which includes the following information:

If you do not want solicitors to come to your door, you can post a “No Solicitors” or “No Solicitors Invited” notice near the main entrance door to your residence. For your convenience, we are providing a “No Solicitors” notice to post at your home. Please click here for a printable “No Solicitors” notice.

If you should have any questions, please contact Village Hall at (847) 438-5500.

SWALCO is hosting three Household Chemical Waste Events in the month of September. The dates of the events are:



Saturday, September 11, 2021

Saturday, September 18, 2021

Saturday, September 25, 2021

The facility where the events are taking place is located at: 1311 N. Estes Street, Gurnee, IL 60031.

Appointments are required for Household Chemical Waste Events located at the Gurnee Facility to ensure safety & efficiency. Collections are for residential waste only. No business waste will be accepted. All SWALCO HCW Collection Events are FREE for Illinois residents only. Please click here for more information, or to schedule an appointment.

Additionally, SWALCO offers a Residential Electronics Recycling Program for Lake County residents. For more information about this program, please review the Residential Recycling Program drop-off instructions here.

Lake County has released a Coronavirus Data Hub to centralize data related to COVID-19 in Lake County. To access the data hub please click here or visit the Lake County website available at www.lakecountyil.gov/COVID19data.

What to do if you are sick: 

Call your doctor: If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider immediately.

Do not walk into a healthcare facility, urgent care clinic, or hospital before calling. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor. If your doctor believes that you need to be tested for COVID-19, your doctor should call the Lake County Health Department Communicable Disease Program to arrange for you to be assessed.

Finance Committee Virtual Meeting

Monday, September 13, 6:00 p.m.

Village Board Meeting

Monday, September 27, 6:00 p.m.

If you would like to attend a virtual meeting, the meeting agenda will be posted 48 hours prior to the meeting on our Village website at vhw.org with Zoom link instructions.

Chief Operating Officer

Chief Administrative Officer/Village Clerk

Mayor Dominick DiMaggio

2 Lagoon Drive | Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047

Ph: (847) 438-5500 | Fx: (847) 438-1459 

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