Recycle Rally June 6 at Public Works

Ready to recycle and declutter? Join the Village of Deerfield for the Recycle Rally this Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to noon at Public Works, 375 Elm Street.

This free event for Deerfield residents is a great opportunity to responsibly recycle electronics and donate gently used shoes, clothing and other textiles for reuse. Shoes and textiles will be collected for donation, while electronics will be responsibly recycled.

The Recycle Rally is presented by the Village’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Working Group and the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County.

Before attending, please review the full list of accepted and unaccepted items.

Deerfield Art Festival June 6-7

Kick off summer at the 4th Annual Deerfield Art Festival, returning to downtown Deerfield this Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Held in partnership with the Village of Deerfield Fine Arts Commission, this free, family-friendly event will feature more than 80 juried artists.

Visitors can explore a vibrant outdoor gallery showcasing original works in painting, photography, ceramics, furniture, jewelry, wood, fiber and more. In addition to shopping for one-of-a-kind art, guests can enjoy live music, interactive “Start to Paint” classes, and children’s activities in the “Kids Art Zone” and “Kids Art Stop.” A youth artist area will also highlight handmade creations by emerging young artists.

Festivalgoers can enjoy on-site food and nearby restaurant options throughout the weekend. Admission and parking are free. The event is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs. Leashed dogs are welcome.

Deerfield Historic Village Open for Tours

The Deerfield Historic Village is open for free public tours on Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m., June through September. Located at the corner of Kipling Place and Deerfield Road, the site includes several restored 19th-century buildings, including the oldest building in Lake County and a one-room schoolhouse that continues to be a favorite for children and families. Maintained by the donor-supported, volunteer-driven Deerfield Area Historical Society, the Historic Village offers a unique opportunity to explore local history in the heart of the community. For more information or to get involved, email deerfieldhistory@gmail.com.

Special Sunday events at the Deerfield Historic Village include the Deerfield Community Band with music and ice cream on June 28 from 2 to 4 p.m.; Plein Air Painting on July 26 from 1 to 4 p.m., when artists are invited to paint on-site; Buzz the Garden on August 23 from 2 to 4 p.m., featuring garden tours, a Master Gardener, a beekeeper and more; and Scout Fun for Everyone on September 27 from 1 to 4 p.m., with wall climbing, a monkey bridge, s’mores and classic scouting activities.

Register for Family Days Rotary Race on July 4

Get ready to lace up and celebrate the 4th of July with the annual  Deerfield Family Days Rotary 5K Race! 

Sign up now and be one of the first 120 registered participants to score a guaranteed race shirt.

Walden Park, 630 Essex Court, Deerfield
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up: 7–7:45 a.m.
Race starts at 8 a.m. — rain or shine!

Registration details:
Online registration: $40, no refunds
Day-of registration: $45, no refunds

Register online today.

Village Vehicle Stickers Due by July 1

Applications for 2026 vehicle stickers are now live. Stickers must be displayed on all vehicles registered or garaged in Deerfield by July 1.

Stickers for passenger vehicles cost $30 if purchased by June 30. After June 30, a 50 percent late penalty is assessed. If you did not receive your application, you still need to have your stickers by July 1. Additional applications are available online or at Village Hall. The Village offers an online payment system for vehicle stickers. Visit the Village website and click the “Pay Online” button on the homepage. There is no additional charge for online payment.

Additional vehicle sticker purchasing options include in-person at Village Hall, returning the renewal application by mail, or using the payment drop box located in the median just south of Village Hall on Jewett Park Drive. The deadline to display a new 2026 sticker is July 1.

This year’s sticker celebrates the 250 years since the founding of our country.

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