From Village of Oswego <[email protected]>
Subject Oswego Update June 13: Mosquito control, PrairieFest, Barnes & Noble opening, Venue 1012 and fireworks
Date June 14, 2024 12:00 AM
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Mosquito control

Mosquito

The Village's mosquito control contractor, Clarke, will spray the entire village for the first time June 17. Spraying begins at dusk when mosquitoes are most active and continues into the morning hours. Learn about the Village’s mosquito control program and how you can help prevent mosquitos in your own yard: oswegoil.org/mosquito [ [link removed] ].



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PrairieFest this weekend

Prairie Fest

Stop by the Village's PrairieFest [ [link removed] ] booth Friday and Saturday to discover what's happening in Oswego and spin the prize wheel. Watch for Village President Ryan Kauffman and Village Trustees at Sunday's parade in downtown Oswego. 



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Bookstore grand opening

Barnes &amp; Noble

Yesterday, a new Barnes & Noble opened in the Village, creating a lively spot for book lovers and the community. Located in the Prairie Market Shopping Center at 2590 US Hwy 34, the store welcomed visitors with a grand opening ribbon cutting event with President Ryan Kauffman and author Sherri Duskey Rinker in attendance. Be sure to visit and explore this exciting new addition to our community.



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Pride Month

Pride

In our Village, Pride Month is every month. We value our community’s diversity, its rich history and its dreams for the future. Embracing all that our community offers and respecting the values and opinions of others every day of the year goes a long way in fostering a community that allows everyone to show their true colors.



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Venue 1012 family fun

Red Wanting Blue [ [link removed] ]

Next up on June 22: Red Wanting Blue

Red Wanting Blue

Buy your tickets now to experience the sensational sounds of Red Wanting Blue [ [link removed] ] on June 22 at Venue 1012! This popular Midwestern band performed at Oswego's Beats & Eats 8 years ago and will leave you with an unforgettable night of music from 7 to 9 p.m. next Saturday. Red Wanting Blue seamlessly blends rock with Americana and folk, appealing to all music lovers.

Enjoy 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 bring a lawn chair or blanket for this show. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Check out Red Wanting Blue's latest music videos and buy your tickets now: bit.ly/Venue1012RedWantingBlue

Venue 1012 is located at 1012 Station Drive near the intersection of Mill and Orchard Roads. 



*Buy Tickets Now* [ [link removed] ]


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Free movie on June 27

Wonka

Bring a blanket, chairs and your favorite movie munchies to watch "Wonka" on June 27 [ [link removed] ] at Venue 1012. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk. Lawn seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Movies Under the Stars is a free series presented in partnership with the United City of Yorkville. 



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Fourth of July fireworks

fireworks

Witness a spectacular array of colors as the Village sets off its annual Independence Day fireworks display [ [link removed] ] at Prairie Point Park on July 4 at approximately 9:30 p.m.

The rain date is July 5. Prairie Point Park is located at 4120 Plainfield Road. Learn more [ [link removed] ]. 



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Share your feedback

Metra

Let Metra know you want rail service in Oswego and west Kendall County. Share your feedback on Metra's 5-year strategic plan survey here by June 19 [ [link removed] ].



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Jobs available

We're hiring! Enjoy an excellent work environment and competitive health benefits. Learn about open positions and apply: oswegoil.org/jobs [ [link removed] ].

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Upcoming dates

*J**une 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 [ [link removed] ]
*July 4 --* Independence Day; Village offices closed, garbage collection delayed by one day
*July 8 –-* Brush collection in Zone A [ [link removed] ]
*July 15 –-* Brush collection 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 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 & 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: Billy Elton & Dancing Queen [ [link removed] ]

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