Sept. 11 - Never Forget

The Mayor and Village Board held a moment of silence at this week's Village Board meeting to reflect on the 20 years since the terror attacks.

Everyone remembers where we were when we first heard about the heinous terror attacks. 20 years ago, we promised to never forget those we lost, our heroic first responders, or how the country came together.

Community Relations Commission Seeking Student Members

The Community Relations Commission is seeking applications for two open Student Commissioner positions on the committee: one Sophomore and one Junior position. Applicants should be involved in (or have an inclination for) community and civic activities such as athletics, individual and community-based service, organizational projects, and service for the overall betterment of the community as a whole. The on-line application is available here. Applications are due by October 8. The candidates will be selected in November.

Harvest Fest Returns Sept. 18-19

Let’s celebrate! Deerfield’s Harvest Fest is back September 18 and 19 with fireworks and fun community events for everyone.

Saturday, September 18

Start the day at the Deerfield Farmers Market between 7 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., featuring a touch-a-truck event.
Make your way to Village Hall at 10 a.m. for the dedication of Harriet’s Garden to honor former Mayor Rosenthal’s more than 40 years of public service.
Gates open at Shepard Park at 4:30 p.m. for events including a live concert from local band Not For Profit, food vendors, a beer tent, carnival games and Deerfield’s largest fireworks display ever!

Sunday, September 19

Get out your running shoes for the Rotary Race. The race starts promptly at 8 a.m., rain or shine, however inclement weather may alter or cancel event. Online registration is available through September 1 here. You can also download and print out a mail-in application here.
Take a step into Deerfield’s past at the Deerfield Area Historical Society’s Fall Festival noon to 4 p.m. at the Deerfield Historic Village.

Harvest Fest is hosted by the Village of Deerfield and the DBR Chamber of Commerce. Watch for an event mailer.

D-Tales Available Now On-Line

The September/October 2021 issue is in the mail, but available now on-line. It features an economic development update, Harvest Fest details, Police Department tips and more. Click here to read it now.