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Free pumpkins for kids
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The Pumpkin Pick-Up takes place on Sunday, Oct. 16 from noon to 3 p.m. at Venue 1012. Children are encouraged to dress in costume and select a free pumpkin [ [link removed] ] on Sunday, Oct. 16 from noon to 3 p.m. Children (and adults) are encouraged to come in costume and snap photos with colorful fall displays and pumpkins.
First come, first served. Limited to one pumpkin per child. 500 pumpkins will be distributed until 3 p.m. or until they run out. Oswego residents only--proof of residency required.
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Avoid identity theft by shredding documents Oct. 15
Free shred event with police logo shredded paper [ [link removed] ]
Bring old receipts, bank statements and credit card applications to Public Works on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a free shred event [ [link removed] ] hosted the Police Department and First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO).
Boxes of paper will be accepted until the shred trucks are full, or 1 p.m., whichever comes first. A maximum of three large file boxes are allowed per vehicle. Learn more. [ [link removed] ]
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Leaf collection starts next week
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Free curbside leaf collection [ [link removed] ] will start Monday, Oct. 17 in Zone A and B, and October 24 in Zone C. Check the map to find your leaf collection zone. [ [link removed] ]
Place leaves in piles on the parkway grass near the curb by 7 a.m. on Monday of your specified collection week. Keep all leaves off the curb and street to prevent hazardous driving conditions and street flooding. Do not place brush, grass clippings, tree limbs, vines and trash in the leaf piles.
Get more details about leaf collection [ [link removed] ] and alternatives such as mulching.
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General Election information
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Here are some important dates and information for the General Election.
Early voting starts on Monday, Oct. 24 at Village Hall. Voting is available from Oct. 24 to Nov. 3, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; closed Sunday.
Early voting continues through Monday, Nov.7 at the Kendall County Government Building, 111 Fox Street, Yorkville.
View options for early voting and other election information on Oswego's website. [ [link removed] ]
Check out the list of Kendall County candidates [ [link removed] ] and state candidates [ [link removed] ].
Polls will be open on Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Additional voter information can be found on the Kendall County Election & Voter information webpage [ [link removed] ], or by calling 630-553-4105.
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Exclusive VIP opportunity at breast cancer benefit
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Enjoy a VIP experience at Wine Off the Fox [ [link removed] ] on Saturday, Oct. 22 with early admission at 1 p.m., exclusive tasting opportunity, seating near the stage, hors d'oeuvres and a special performance by vocalist Kendel Lester and pianist Hana Fujisaki.
Wine Off the Fox presented by Xfinity features wine tasting and a concert to raise awareness and funds to benefit breast cancer support organizations American Cancer Society, The Edward Foundation and Rush-Copley Waterford Place.
More than 20 varieties of wine with an emphasis on rosé will be showcased while girl bands Jersey Girls and Serendipity perform outdoors.
Pre-order a charcuterie board [ [link removed] ] by Oct. 20 from Fancy Nancy's Boards or bring your own picnic and snacks. Oswego Brewing Co. seasonal craft beer will be available, as well as non-alcoholic options and tasty food from local vendors.
Advance tickets range from $70 for VIP to $20 general admission. Buy early for the most tasting opportunities at the best value.
Learn more and buy tickets now! [ [link removed] ]
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Oct. 22 Police & Fire open house
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Meet your firefighters and police officers at the Oswego Public Safety Campus open house [ [link removed] ] on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bring the whole family to tour the stations, get fingerprinted, meet Pumper the Fire Pup, go inside a real jail cell and navigate an obstacle course. Hot dogs and popcorn will be served.
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Upcoming dates
* *October 15* -- Free Shred Event at Public Works [ [link removed] ]
* *October 16* -- Pumpkin Pick-Up at Venue 1012 [ [link removed] ]
* *October 17 -- *Leaf Collection Zone A & B [ [link removed] ]
* *October 18* -- Committee of the Whole and Village Board Meetings [ [link removed] ]
* *October 19* -- UDO Open House at Village Hall [ [link removed] ]
* *October 22 --* Public Safety Campus Open House [ [link removed] ]
* *October 22* -- Wine OFF the Fox: Benefit Concert at Venue 1012 [ [link removed] ]
* *October 24 -- *Leaf Collection Zone C [ [link removed] ]
* *October 31* -- Trick-or-Treat hours 3:30-8 p.m. [ [link removed] ]
* *November 14* -- Fall Clean-Up [ [link removed] ]
* *December 2* -- Christmas Walk [ [link removed] ]
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