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KIDS ARE OUTSIDE
Now that children are out of school and the weather has improved, be aware that they do not always watch where they are going when they are outside. Please watch out for them!
CONGRATULATIONS
Bill Coats and Susie Wiedl have been appointed to the Village Board. They chair the Police and Insurance/Ordinance Committees, respectively. Welcome aboard!
Chamber News
Chamber of Commerce members have planted the planters in town and circle gardens along Dixie Highway. They have also hung flower baskets throughout the downtown area. Members will water and care for them throughout the summer.
FEST COMMITTEE
Planning for Oktoberfest weekend, September 8, 9 & 10, is underway. This year’s theme “Step Right Up” references the carnival
atmosphere as well as a volunteer opportunity for you and your family. Teens are welcome to participate. Please consider joining the planning team and remember it is a great way to expand your circle of friends!
If you are or know someone who is interested in being a vendor, forms are available at the Village Hall or on line at grantparkfest.org.

FARMERS MARKET
OVER?
Bob Blain, owner/operator of
Riverfront Berry Farm, who’s been part of our Farmers Market, passed away suddenly over the Memorial Day weekend. Since a Farmers Market without a farmer will end the market, if you are a farmer or you know of one who could join us Tuesdays on Taylor from 3:30 until 6:30, please call 465-2203 and let Deb Morgan know.
SUMMER
READING PROGRAM
Grant Park Library summer reading program, “Reading by Design”,
begins May 31st and runs through July 17th. Kindergarteners through fifth graders are all welcome.
Remember that reading, like any learned skill, will fade if not practiced over the summer months. So take advantage of this program at the Grant Park Library.
Reading CAN be FUN!

FARMERS MARKET MAYBE?
If we can find a farmer and the market can continue, anyone is welcome to
participate as a vendor in the Market beginning July 11. You can join us for one day or the whole run. Stop into the Village Hall for paperwork or it can be emailed to you. There is no charge to participate. The market will set up anytime after 2:30 on Tuesdays on a first come basis.
Each of the market dates has a theme. This year is no exception.
July 11 GARDENS AT THE MARKET - Opening Day
July 18 READIN’ is FUNdamental AT THE MARKET
July 25 CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT THE MARKET
August 1 CRUISE IN TO THE MARKET Decorated Bikes Show
August 8 GARAGE SALES AT THE MARKET
August 15 WATER FUN AT THE MARKET
August 22 PET DAY AT THE MARKET
August 29 VEGGIEPALOOZA AT THE MARKET
Keep an eye on the Country Market Newspaper and the Momence Progress Reporter for information and/or market status or call the Village Hall.

June 2017
Volume 5, Issue 2

DATES TO REMEMBER
June
5 Village Board Meeting
6:00 @ Village Hall
GP Historical Society
Golf Outing @ Minne
Monesse - 11:30
14 FLAG DAY
Drivin’ the Dixie
(afternoon) east of RR Garage Sale Days
Young At Heart Mtg
1PM till 3PM
@ Community Center
19 Library Board Meeting
5:00 @ Library
19 Village Board Meeting
6:00 @ Village Hall
19 School Board Mtg
7:00 PM, Middle School
Garden Club Trip to see
Fairy House Garden
exhibit at the Taltree
Arboretum & Gardens in
Valparaiso, Indiana
Fest Committee meeting @
Village Hall 6PM
July
Village Hall Closed
Full Farmers Market begins Tuesdays on Taylor
12 Chamber Meeting @ USA
6PM
Methodist Rummage Sale
BECOME A
VOLUNTEER TODAY
Just call the hall. Whatever you are good at, we can use! You can reach the village, the Chamber of Commerce, or the Festival
Committee at 465-6531.

Time to Mow the Grass
In addition to mowing your yard, please remember to mow along any alley
adjacent to your property.
If this grass/weeds area is out of control, you will
receive a violation from the code enforcement officer. Thanks!