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Groot Route Change
Groot
As our Village continues to grow, Groot is adjusting its service routes to better serve our expanding community. Beginning in Nov., pickup for Piper Glen, Sonoma Trails, and Hudson Point will move from Wednesdays to Fridays.
*Transition Timeline*
Week of Oct. 22: Groot will distribute door hangers to notify residents of the upcoming change.
Wednesday, Oct. 29: A reminder notice will be placed on garbage carts.
Wednesday, Nov. 5: No garbage pickup will occur in Piper Glen, Sonoma Trails, and Hudson Point.
Friday, Nov. 7: First pickup on the new Friday schedule.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as Groot works to improve service efficiency.
If you have any questions, please contact Groot Customer Service or visit the Village website for more details here! [ [link removed] ]
Leaf Collection
Leaf collection [ [link removed] ]
The Village’s free leaf collection begins next week on Oct. 20 and continues through Nov. 24.
Collection will follow the designated zone schedule:
Zone A: Oct. 20 and Nov. 3
Zone B: Oct. 20 and Nov.10
Zone C: Oct. 27 and Nov. 17
For the best service, please place your leaves in piles on the parkway grass near the curb by 7 a.m. on the Monday of your collection week. Be sure to keep leaf piles off the curb and street to prevent hazardous driving conditions and street flooding. Leaves should not be mixed with brush, vines, grass clippings, or trash. Burning leaves is not permitted anywhere in the Village.
To learn more and to find your zone, click here! [ [link removed] ]
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Christmas Walk Vendors
Christmas walk
The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and we are inviting local vendors, artisans and small businesses to help make this year’s Christmas Walk on Dec. 5 the most festive yet.
This cherished community event draws hundreds of families to downtown Oswego and offers a valuable opportunity for vendors to showcase their products and connect with local shoppers during the holiday season.
Vendor spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. We are looking for a variety of offerings, including handcrafted goods, seasonal treats and unique gift items that add to the festive spirit.
If you are ready to be part of this special event and grow your local presence, we encourage you to apply. Click here for more information and to secure your spot. [ [link removed] ]
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Art at Village Hall
Art at Village Hall
Artists and curators are invited to apply for the 2026 Art at Village Hall exhibition series presented by the Oswego Cultural Arts Commission.
This opportunity is open to individual artists and collectives interested in sharing their work with the Oswego community. Four exhibit slots are available throughout the year, each offering a chance to display original artwork in the Village Hall lobby. The space is bright, welcoming and regularly visited by the public.
Each exhibition remains on view for several weeks. All mediums and styles are welcome, with a focus on work that inspires, engages, or reflects the unique perspectives of the region’s creative community.
To be considered, submit your applications here by Dec. 1! [ [link removed] ]
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Veterans Drive
rotary club [ [link removed] ]
Looking for a way to help others this season? Now's a great time to clean out your cabinets and gather extra household supplies you can donate to local veterans in need. If you have donations ready, take advantage of our simple drive thru drop off at Oswego Village Hall, 100 Parkers Mill. Just pull up during the event and stay in your car while volunteers collect your items.
The most needed items include trash bags, plastic zip bags in all sizes, paper towels, toilet paper, foil, laundry pods, disinfectant spray, and facial tissue.
All items will go to the Veteran's Assistance Commission of Kendall County. Join Rotary Club of Oswego on Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
For more information click here! [ [link removed] ]
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Community Kauffee Nov. 15
Ryan Kauffman
Looking to learn more about the new comprehensive plan? Don't miss out on Community Kauffee with Village President Ryan Kauffman!
Beginning at 9 a.m. on Nov. 15, President Kauffman will present on the Oswego comprehensive plan at the Oswego Public Library (32 W Jefferson St). Get there at 8:30 a.m. to enjoy breakfast treats.
RSVP by Nov. 14 and learn more here! [ [link removed] ]
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Halloween Hours
As superheroes, goblins, ghosts and ghouls come alive on Oct. 31, remember the Village’s recommended trick-or-treating hours are 3:30 to 8 p.m.
Here are a few steps parents and guardians can take to ensure their children’s safety.
* Ensure children trick-or-treat only during this time frame.
* Be safe and only visit homes with front door lights on.
* Make sure masks do not block children’s front and side vision.
* If you are trick-or-treating after dark, use reflective tape on costumes and carry a flashlight.
* Young children should be accompanied by a responsible adult while out.
* Know the routes that older, unaccompanied children are planning to take and set a time for them to be home.
* Children should go out in groups rather than by themselves.
* Examine the treats you children have collected. While tampering with Halloween treats is rare, be vigilant for any unusual packaging.
Have a spooktacular Halloween!
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Upcoming Dates
*October 20* -- Leaf Collection Begins [ [link removed] ]
*October 21* -- Village Board Committee of the Whole & Village Board Meeting [ [link removed] ]
*October 31* -- Christmas Walk Vendor Application Deadline [ [link removed] ]
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