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Friday, March 5, 2010

Spring Tree Planting

The Village’s Cooperative Tree Planting Program enables residents to plant a tree on the parkway by sharing the cost with the Village. To reserve a tree, applications for the program must be turned in no later than March 29. To register, pick up an application at the Village Hall, 1200 Wilmette Avenue, or download one at the Public Works' website. Contact the Public Works Forestry Division at (847) 853-7587 or forestry@wilmette.com for more information.

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Friday, March 5, 2010

GOING GREEN MATTERS: Wilmette’s Green Fair, 2010

Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 14, when "Go Green Wilmette" holds its 2010 Green Fair. The event will feature information booths, exhibitor displays, and presentations on topics such as home energy conservation, solar energy, green home products, organic food choices, green landscaping, and transportation. All ages are welcome, and admission is free. The event will be held at the Woman’s Club of Wilmette, 930 Greenleaf Avenue, Wilmette, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

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Friday, February 26, 2010

Wilmette 2010 Vehicle Stickers on Sale

Wilmette vehicle stickers will be available for purchase as of March 1 and must be displayed by April 15. Residents who currently have a Village vehicle sticker will be mailed an application, and upon receipt of a completed application along with proper payment, will receive a vehicle sticker by mail. Stickers also may be purchased in person at the Village Hall, 1200 Wilmette Avenue. The fee is $80 for passenger vehicles and $95 for trucks.

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Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Health Department Testing

The Village of Wilmette Health Department is offering Lipid Profile (cholesterol) and Glucose (diabetes) screening on February 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This screening is by appointment only, requires a 12 hour fast, and costs $20. The Health Department also is offering a CPR Course on February 22 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The course costs $20, and registration is required. Blood Pressure Screenings are available every Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; no appointment necessary. To register or make an appointment for any of the programs, please contact Health Nurse Dianne Bader at (847) 853-7507 or at baderd@wilmette.com.

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Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Wilmette Harbor Rotary Club Welcomes Visitors

The Wilmette Harbor Rotary Club meets weekly at 7:15 a.m. for informative breakfast sessions, and visitors are welcome to the meetings, which are held at the Sheridan Shore Yacht Club in Gillson Park. The soon-to-be 20-year-old club includes local leaders, professionals, adventurers, and activists who live or work in Wilmette and neighboring communities. The organization is composed of nearly 70 women and men committed to the Rotary value of service above self. Through hands-on activities and fund-raising events, the club is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families, be they 10,000 miles away or 10 blocks down the street. See the website for more information about the club, including a schedule of speakers.

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Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Wilmette Harbor Rotary Club Welcomes Visitors

The Wilmette Harbor Rotary Club meets weekly at 7:15 a.m. for informative breakfast sessions, and visitors are welcome to the meetings, which are held at the Sheridan Shore Yacht Club in Gillson Park. The soon-to-be 20-year-old club includes local leaders, professionals, adventurers, and activists who live or work in Wilmette and neighboring communities. The organization is composed of nearly 70 women and men committed to the Rotary value of service above self. Through hands-on activities and fund-raising events, the club is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families, be they 10,000 miles away or 10 blocks down the street. Look here for more information about the club, including a schedule of speakers.

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