Economic Development Commission

September 20, 2017, 5:30 PM @ Village Hall

The Economic Development Commission prepares and recommends to the Village Board procedures for the planning, execution, and implementation of business district plans, including plans for development of adjacent areas to provide for the housing, social and recreational needs of the business district.

The Economic Development Department serves as the centralized information source for all economic development activities within the village. The director develops and implements economic development programs and strategies, with the objective of assisting businesses in starting, expanding, locating, and relocating within the village.

The Economic Development Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at 5:30 p.m. Their meeting place is on the second floor of Village Hall.

Village of Villa Park Board Meeting

September 25, 2017, 7:30 PM @ Village Hall

Community Pride Commission

September 26, 2017, 6:30 PM @ Village Hall

The Community Pride Commission advises the president and board of trustees on matters relating to the overall image of the village, including physical beautification, public relations, and coordination and promotion of volunteers and volunteerism within the village.

The Commission meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., on the second floor of Village Hall.

Fire & Police Commission

September 28, 2017, 7:00 AM @ Village Hall

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners appoint all sworn officers of the fire and police departments, except for the police chief and fire chief. The members serve terms of three years.

The Fire and Police Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month, at 7 a.m. The meetings take place in the conference room, on the second floor of Village Hall.

Environmental Concerns Commission

September 28, 2017, 7:00 PM @ Village Hall

The Environmental Concerns Commission advises the president and board of trustees on matters relating to the preservation, protection and improvement of the environment, including the quality of land, air and water.

The Environmental Concerns Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month, at 7 p.m. Meetings take place on the second floor of Village Hall.

Rotary Club Meeting

September 19, 2017, 12:15 PM @ Crazy Pour

The Villa Park Rotary Club was chartered November 6, 1971 as a community service organization dedicated to serving the local and international community. The Club has been responsible for many community improvements, including the gazebo along the Prairie Path, Rotary Park, two play lots, and the clock at Park Boulevard and Ardmore Avenue. The club's current international project is in support of construction of bore wells and a small medical center in a rural area of Kenya.

The Rotary Club of Villa Park meets at 12:15 p.m. every Tuesday at Crazy Pour, 105 E. North Avenue in Villa Park.

Kiwanis Club

September 20, 2017, 7:15 AM @ Hi-View Restaurant

The Kiwanis Club of Villa Park is a service organization comprised of caring men and women from all walks of life. The club's objective is to bring aid to children in need. The majority of Kiwanis fund raising activities benefit children in Villa Park and surrounding communities. A portion of funds raised by the Kiwanis Club of Villa Park helps Kiwanis International objectives which focus on the special needs of young children from prenatal development to age five. Kiwanis Club of Villa Park welcomes anyone interested in serving others.

The Kiwanis Club of Villa Park meets every Wednesday morning at 7:15 a.m. at Hi-View Restaurant, 425 W. St. Charles Road in Villa Park. The club hosts speakers to share information about organizations, happenings and events. Newcomers and visitors are welcome.

Butterfly Release and Habitat Planting

September 21, 2017, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Cortesi Veteran's Memorial Park

Do you want to help plant a butterfly habitat? If you want to give back to the community, join us when we plant native plants along the Great Western Trail to build habitats for butterflies and to make the trail a beautiful place to walk, run, ride bikes and enjoy! Volunteers are currently needed for this event. Contact the Economic Development Department to sign up or for more information at (630) 433-4300.

Welcome Home All Veterans at the VFW

September 23, 2017, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM @ Villa Park VFW

Join Welcome Home All Veterans on September 23, 2017 from 9 AM to 6 PM for the 7th Annual Veteran Benefits Event being held at the Villa Park VFW located at 39 E. St. Charles Rd. Admission is FREE and everyone is invited to attend. The purpose of this event is two-fold. First is to educate Veterans and their families about the changes to Veteran benefits that few Veterans are aware of. Second is to celebrate with Veterans and provide an opportunity for people to show their support to our military and the opportunity to say “Thank you for your service”. This event can only be described as a one-of-a-kind event to benefit Veterans. The event, which originated in Villa Park in 2010, provides on-site resources to learn about Medical Benefits, Retirement Benefits, VA Sign-up and more. Veterans in the region are encouraged to come out with their families to enjoy music, food and raffles. For more information or to find out how to help, visit WHAV.info or call 630-474-4037.

Villa Park Brewfest

September 23, 2017, 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM @ Cortesi Veteran's Memorial Park

Join the Village for its first Brewfest on Saturday, September 23rd at Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park (318 E. Kenilworth)! The festival will be held from 2:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. for General Admission ticket holders. Multiple ticket packages are available, including a Gold Pass package for $59 that includes early entrance at 1:00 p.m., a food ticket and use of indoor bathrooms. General Admission tickets are $40 until August 18th and $45 beginning August 19th. $15 Designated Driver Tickets are also available. This event is 21 and older only. To stay up to date with information on the Villa Park Brewfest, download the “My Brew Fest” app or call Parks and Recreation at (630) 834-8970.

Rotary Club Meeting

September 26, 2017, 12:15 PM @ Crazy Pour

The Villa Park Rotary Club was chartered November 6, 1971 as a community service organization dedicated to serving the local and international community. The Club has been responsible for many community improvements, including the gazebo along the Prairie Path, Rotary Park, two play lots, and the clock at Park Boulevard and Ardmore Avenue. The club's current international project is in support of construction of bore wells and a small medical center in a rural area of Kenya.

The Rotary Club of Villa Park meets at 12:15 p.m. every Tuesday at Crazy Pour, 105 E. North Avenue in Villa Park.

Garden Club of Villa Park

September 26, 2017, 7:00 PM @ Lions Recreation Center

Monthly open meeting of the Garden Club of Villa Park.

Kiwanis Club

September 27, 2017, 7:15 AM @ Hi-View Restaurant

The Kiwanis Club of Villa Park is a service organization comprised of caring men and women from all walks of life. The club's objective is to bring aid to children in need. The majority of Kiwanis fund raising activities benefit children in Villa Park and surrounding communities. A portion of funds raised by the Kiwanis Club of Villa Park helps Kiwanis International objectives which focus on the special needs of young children from prenatal development to age five. Kiwanis Club of Villa Park welcomes anyone interested in serving others.

The Kiwanis Club of Villa Park meets every Wednesday morning at 7:15 a.m. at Hi-View Restaurant, 425 W. St. Charles Road in Villa Park. The club hosts speakers to share information about organizations, happenings and events. Newcomers and visitors are welcome.

Lions Club Meeting

September 28, 2017, 6:30 PM @ Villa Park Public Library

The Lions Club of Villa Park meets the second Thursday of each month at noon at Hi-View Restaurant, 425 St. Charles Road in Villa Park. The Lions Club also meets on the last Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Villa Park Public Library, 305 S. Ardmore Avenue.