Deerfield Harvest Fest Returns September 20

Downtown Deerfield will be buzzing with food, music, cars and community on Saturday, September 20!

Start the day at the Farmers Market from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., featuring fresh produce, live music, and the popular touch-a-truck event from 9 a.m. to noon. In the afternoon, from 2:30 to 5 p.m., enjoy the Cruise into Harvest Fest car show brought to you in partnership with the Deerfield Lions Club. The event will showcase vintage, classic and unique modern vehicles. During the car show, enjoy live music by local bands Roger That from 3 to 4 p.m. and Delta Pines from 4 to 5 p.m.

From 5 to 10 p.m. Harvest Fest offers 13 food vendors, a beer and wine tent, a bags tournament hosted by the Deerfield Park District and live music all evening. Catch Blooze Brothers from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Sixteen Candles from 8 to 10 p.m. Parking is available at the Downtown Deerfield Metra Lot and the Lindemann Lot.

Thank you to Platinum Sponsors Alpha Graphics, PVOLVE, K9 Resorts and Fortune Brands Innovations.

For more information, please visit the Harvest Fest website.

Pedal to Harvest Fest

Ditch the car and grab your bike! The Village of Deerfield’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Working Group invites you to pedal on over to Harvest Fest on September 20. Why? Because the first 50 cyclists arriving by bike between 5 and 7 p.m. will get a special treat – a coupon for two FREE apple cider donuts from Tasty Vending!

It's a fun and eco-friendly way to enjoy the festivities, support our planet and indulge in some delicious donuts.

Pedal to Harvest Fest on September 20 for Coupons for Free Apple Cider Donuts

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Healthy Hedges Workshop

Want to make your yard healthier and more beautiful? Join the Village of Deerfield Sustainability Commission at the Deerfield Public Library for an informative presentation on Saturday, October 4, from 10 to 11 a.m. by Lake County Forest Preserves experts Matt Ueltzen, Manager of Restoration Ecology, and Brett Peto, Environmental Communications Specialist.

Learn practical techniques for removing invasive buckthorn and discover native plants you can use instead to boost biodiversity, support pollinators and create a more resilient landscape.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, you’ll leave with tools and inspiration to improve your own outdoor space while helping the environment.

Healthy Hedges and Buckthorn Removal Presentation October 4 from 10-11 a.m. at the Deerfield Public Library

Assessor Presents Property Tax Assessment Appeal Workshop

Join West Deerfield Township Assessor Andrew Richter for a Tax Appeal Workshop at the Deerfield Public Library this month. Participants will learn how to understand the assessment process, file an appeal of their property tax assessment, determine the best method of appealing their assessment and choose the right comparable sales for their appeal. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the tax appeal process. No registration required.

Dates:

Tuesday, September 16 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, September 20 at 2 p.m.
Monday, September 22 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 25 at 1 p.m.
Saturday, September 27 at 2 p.m.

Post with the following information: Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the tax appeal process. Participants will learn how to understand the assessment process, file an appeal of their property tax assessment, determine the best method of appealing their assessment and choose the right comparable sales for their appeal. No registration required.

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