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Wolfs Crossing closure this weekend
traffic alert
The contractor for Sonoma Trails will use the current closure of Wolfs Crossing [ [link removed] ] to install utility pipes near the area of Fifth Street and Wolfs Crossing. Wolfs Crossing will be closed to all traffic between Fifth Street and Roth Road between the hours of 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8 while the pipes are installed. Note: The intersection of Roth and Wolfs Crossing will remain open to access Oswego East High School.
Access to Oswego East High School going west on Wolfs Crossing will be available via one of two routes:
* Wolfs Crossing to south on Douglas Road, to east on Woolley Road, to north on Roth Road, to east on Wolfs Crossing, to the south entrance of OEHS.
* Wolfs Crossing to north on Fifth Street, east on Yoakum Boulevard, to north on Ogden Falls Boulevard, to east on Treasure Drive, to south of Harvey Road, to the east entrance of OEHS.
Get details and the detour map: oswegoil.org/wolfscrossing [ [link removed] ].
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Remembering D-Day
Veteran
Oswego is home to over 25 World War II veterans according to the 2022 U.S. Census. Last week we had the distinct honor of WWII veteran Richard "Dick" Miller, 98 years young, leading the Pledge of Allegiance and singing God Bless America at the Village Board meeting. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946 and received a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his courage and resilience, including surviving the sinking of the USS Drexler.
Join us in honoring those who served on D-Day, and all veterans, as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy invasion.
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Housing survey
The Village, in partnership with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus [ [link removed] ] (MMC), is working on a housing study. We are seeking feedback from residents through a community survey. The feedback will be used to identify key housing priorities within our community and develop goals for the Village to evaluate housing programs, policies and development outcomes.
We invite all Oswego residents to take part in this planning process by completing the community survey here [ [link removed] ]. The Spanish survey can be found here [ [link removed] ].
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Free concert tomorrow
Sparks Fly
You won't want to miss the first Venue 1012 concert of the season! Tomorrow, June 6 from 7 to 9 p.m., Sparks Fly - The Taylor Swift Experience [ [link removed] ] hits the stage with your favorite Taylor Swift songs at this free concert.
Start your summer with great live music, local food and cold drinks, including craft beer, our signature vodka lemonade and an array of non-alcoholic options. Outside food is permitted. Don't forget to grab a lawn chair or blanket for this show. Doors open at 6 p.m. Learn more: venue1012.com [ [link removed] ].
Venue 1012 is located at 1012 Station Drive near the intersection of Mill and Orchard Roads.
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Red Wanting Blue rockin' on June 22
Red Wanting Blue
Hot off the release of their 13th album, Light It Up, Red Wanting Blue [ [link removed] ] will share their powerhouse music, a mix of rock blended with indie and Americana, on June 22 at Venue 1012 from 7 to 9 p.m. Experience the rich vocals of Scott Terry and Red Wanting Blue while you catch up with friends and family on a perfect summer evening. Doors open at 6 p.m. Learn more and purchase your tickets: venue1012.com [ [link removed] ].
View their newest music video, Light It Up [ [link removed] ]!
*Buy Tickets Now* [ [link removed] ]
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Jobs available
We're hiring! Enjoy an excellent work environment and competitive health benefits. Learn about our open positions and apply: oswegoil.org/jobs [ [link removed] ].
Open opportunities:
* Deputy Director of Public Works/Village Engineer [ [link removed] ]
* Management Analyst [ [link removed] ]
* Project Engineer [ [link removed] ]
* Administrative Assistant (part time) [ [link removed] ]
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Oswego Community Yard Sale
2024 community yard sale
Shop for treasures and deals at the Oswego Community Yard Sale [ [link removed] ] June 7 & 8 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plan ahead, view the list of neighborhoods and participating addresses: oswegoil.org/yardsale [ [link removed] ].
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Poison hemlock
Hemlock
Beware of poisonous hemlock (Conium maculatum) [ [link removed] ], a toxic plant lurking in our Village near fences, roads and fields. This plant may seem innocent with its clusters of delicate white flowers and purple-spotted stems, but don't be fooled! According to the Illinois Extension, poisonous hemlock releases a sap that may cause a painful skin rash and, if ingested, can cause serious health issues.
Get more information to identify and remove poison hemlock though the Illinois Extension [ [link removed] ].
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Upcoming dates
*June 7 & 8 --* Oswego Community Yard Sale [ [link removed] ]
*June 11 --* Committee of the Whole & Village Board Meetings [ [link removed] ]
*June 13-16 --* PrairieFest [ [link removed] ]
*June 25 --* Committee of the Whole & Village Board Meetings [ [link removed] ]
*June 29 –-* FREE shred event [ [link removed] ]
*July 4 –-* Independence Day fireworks at Prairie Point Park
*July 4 --* Independence Day; Village offices closed, garbage collection delayed by one day
*July 8 –-* Brush collection continues in Zone A [ [link removed] ]
*July 13 –-* Community Kauffee with Village President Ryan Kauffman
*July 15 –-* Brush collection continues in Zone B [ [link removed] ]
*July 16 --* Committee of the Whole & Village Board Meetings [ [link removed] ]
*July 20 –-* VetFest 141 Foundation presents VetFest [ [link removed] ]
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Venue 1012 events
*June 6 --* Free Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience [ [link removed] ]
*June 22 --* Red Wanting Blue [ [link removed] ]
*June 27 --* Free Movies Under the Stars, Wonka [ [link removed] ]
*July 11--* Free The Hair Band Night [ [link removed] ]
*July 25 --* Free Movies Under the Stars, Trolls Band Together [ [link removed] ]
*August 1 --* Free Don’t Rock the Jukebox with Hillbilly Rockstarz [ [link removed] ]
*August 24 --* Sins N’ Roses and Electric Shock: The AC/DC Show [ [link removed] ]
*September 7 --* Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show [ [link removed] ]
*September 26 --* Free Mr. Blotto [ [link removed] ]
*October 12 --* Breast Cancer Benefit Concert ft. Billy Elton & Dancing [ [link removed] ]
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2024 PrairieFest ad [ [link removed] ]
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