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Greetings!
Don’t Let The Cold Weather Keep You Cooped Up!
Bundle up and venture outside to experience nature! The Village of Hawthorn Woods boasts a total of 25 parks located within our “rural by design” community.
Here’s how you and your family can enjoy our many parks during winter:
- Take a trek along one of our walking trails at Community Park, Bridlewoods Park, Heritage Oaks Park, or Brierwoods Preserve.
- Go sledding at the Community Park sled hill as pictured here.
- Cross-country ski, go snowshoeing, build a snowman, or flutter about to create a snow angel at any of our park sites.
We invite you to send us pictures or videos of your winter park excursions. Please send them to Brian Sullivan, Director of Parks and Recreation, at bsullivan@vhw.org, so we might post them to our Village website or Facebook page.
All of our parks are open year-round.
Vehicle Sticker And Dog Tag January Renewal
Your current vehicle sticker(s) will expire on January 31, 2022. You will receive your renewal form in the mail this first week of January. Per Village Code, stickers must be displayed by January 31. You will be subject to a penalty for failure to purchase new stickers and/or dog tags. Please contact the Village if you have not received your application in the mail.
Payment can be made in the following contactless manner:
- Once you receive your application in the mail, you may pay online at www.aptvsa.com/hawthornwoods/resident. You will need your PIN number found on the front of the application. There is no additional service fee to use your credit card online.
- Mail your renewal form to the Village of Hawthorn Woods, 2 Lagoon Drive, using the mailing envelope you will receive with your form. Please return the entire form (top and bottom). If paying by check, make checks payable to the Village of Hawthorn Woods. If paying by credit card, please complete the credit card information on the front of the form.
- Utilize our drop box at Village Hall, 2 Lagoon Drive. The drop box is located to the right of the double doors.
- Order by phone with credit card by calling (847) 847-3537 or (847) 847-3586.
Senior rates are available for residents 65 years of age or older. To qualify for a senior rate, a copy of each driver’s license is required for the Village to have on file. If you are just reaching the senior discount age, you can email, mail-in or drop-off in the Village Hall outdoor drop box a copy of your driver’s license to include in our file. Please watch for the applications in the mail this first week of January.
If you have any questions, please contact either Amy Belmonte at (847) 847-3537 or abelmonte@vhw.org, or Erica Rezula at (847) 847-3586 or erezula@vhw.org.
Parks & Recreation
Upcoming Winter Programs
Little Jins Taekwondo (Ages 5-7)
January 26-March 19
Wednesdays, 4:20 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
& Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
Kids & Family Taekwondo (ages
January 26-March 19
Wednesdays, 5:05 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
& Saturdays, 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Parent & Me Floor Hockey (Ages 4-6 with Adult)
February 19-March 19
Saturdays, 10:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sticks & More - Floor Hockey & Beginner Lacrosse (Ages 6-8)
February 21-March 28
Saturdays, 10:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mondays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Go Girl Go Sports & Crafts (Ages 4-7)
February 19-March 19
Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
A Matter of Balance (Ages 60+)
Thursdays, January 6 - March 3
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Wonder what the pandemic has done to your balance? This popular program is available virtually. We discuss ways to prevent falls, learn why falls happen, and practice exercises to develop strength and flexibility. No registration is required.
This program is being held online:
Meeting ID: 945 048 13441
Passcode: 377510
Call-in: 1 (312) 626-6799
(Contact us for an email link)
Kari Pohar, (847) 740-6708 or kpohar@catholiccharities.net
Brian Sullivan, (847) 847-3531 or bsullivan@vhw.org
Bingocize (Ages 60+)
Monday, January 31, 9:00 a.m.
& Tuesday, February 1, 9:00 a.m.
Bingo + Exercise = Bingocize!
Bingocize combines the game of Bingo with fall prevention exercises. Come play bingo and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls. No registration is required, but please RSVP to Kari or Brian.
This program is being held online:
Meeting ID: 734 215 2035
Passcode: 377510
Call-in: 1 (312) 626-6799
(Contact us for an email link)
Kari Pohar, (847) 740-6708 or kpohar@catholiccharities.net
Brian Sullivan, (847) 847-3531 or bsullivan@vhw.org
FIT4MOM Fitness Classes
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! Visit greaternwchi.fit4mom.com/programs for complete class descriptions, requirements, and fees.
2022 Schedule:
Sundays, 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Body Boost
Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Stroller Strides
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Strides 360
Location: Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center - Community Room (94 Midlothian Road)
Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center
2022 Season Passes On Sale Now!
Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center season passes for the 2022 summer season are now available for purchase at discounted early bird rates! The Aquatic Center features a 6-lane, 25-yard competition pool, a zero depth activity pool, a diving well with 2 diving boards, 2 water slides, as well as a spray and activity area for children. Don’t wait to purchase your 2022 season pool pass. For more information, please visit our website at www.vhw.org/HWAC.
Volunteer
Partner with your parks and make a difference in your community. Our Parks Department is seeking community volunteers to assist with upcoming spring projects.
Volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. Volunteers, ages 12-15, are welcome and must attend with an adult chaperone 18 years of age or older. Volunteers are asked to register in advance by contacting Brian Sullivan at bsullivan@vhw.org or (847) 847-3531.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Buckthorn Busters
Saturday, January 22, 9:00 a.m. - Noon, at Brierwoods Preserve
Volunteer crews will assist in clearing invasive Buckthorn.
Clearing a Path for Pollinators
Saturday, February 19, 9:00 a.m. - Noon, at Indian Creek Preserve
Volunteer crews will assist in removing invasive species to clear areas for a new public use trail.
Special Events
Barn Dance Update
The Village has made the decision to postpone the Sweetheart Family Barn Dance due to the recent rise in Covid cases. The event has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 19, and has been re-themed as the St. Patrick's Family Barn Dance. The health, wellness, and safety of our community remains our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to safely gathering with you in March!
Village News
An Update From Mayor Dominick DiMaggio
SWALCO and the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners Announce FREE 2022 Garden Learning Series
The University of Illinois Extension, Lake County, and SWALCO (Solid Waste Agency of Lake County) are happy to present the 2022 Garden Learning Series. Programs will be held on the second Wednesday of the month, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The first in the series, Seed Starting for your Garden, will be held on February 9 (virtually) and will feature tips on how to start seeds to grow your own seedlings for your garden.
2022 Garden Learning Series Virtual Schedule:
February 9, 2022
Seed Starting for your Garden
March 9, 2022
Successful Vegetable Gardening
April 13, 2022
Vegetable Gardening...Beyond Basics
May 11, 2022
Composting: How to Make the Most of it
June 8, 2022
The Garden is Planted: Now What?
These workshops are offered through a collaboration between SWALCO and the University of Illinois Extension as part of a two-year grant from the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), focusing on local efforts to promote composting and food waste diversion. The grant also hopes to increase the generation and use of compost in commercial, residential, agriculture, and community garden sectors in Lake County, Illinois.
Yard Waste Stickers
The Village Board recently approved a new three-year contract with Waste Management for residential waste removal services. Here are some of the highlights from this agreement:
- Effective January 1, 2022, the cost per yard waste sticker is $3.50, or 10 stickers for $30.00.
- For those of you new to the Village of Hawthorn Woods, a yard waste sticker is required to be applied to a yard waste bag and then placed at the curb for special handling.
- If you would like unlimited seasonal landscape waste collection, you may contact Waste Management at (800) 796-9696. The fee is $165.00 per year.
- Waste Management has eliminated the $1.00 per sticker pricing for the months of October and November for leaf only stickers.
- There will be no changes to the service dates for our residents.
- You may contact Waste Management at (800) 796-9696 if you are a senior, 62 years of age or older, in order to receive a senior discount.
(847) 540-5222.
Lost And Found Items
Over this past summer, a number of items were found in our parks, primarily Community Park, by our Public Works Crew and Parks Crew.
Below is a listing of items we have in our Lost and Found.
Please call (847) 438-5500 to inquire and identify any lost items. We will continue to hold the items until January 31, 2022. After which, any remaining articles will be donated.
SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Disposal
SWALCO is hosting one Household Chemical Waste Event in the month of January. The date of the event is:
Saturday, January 22, 2022
The facility where the event is 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.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
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.
Upcoming Meeting Calendar
Village Board Virtual Meeting
Monday, January 24, 5:00 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.
Village Administration
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Administrative Officer/Village Clerk
Your Elected Officials
2 Lagoon Drive | Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047
Ph: (847) 438-5500 | Fx: (847) 438-1459
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