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November 14, 2025

Youth of the Year Scholarship

Youth of the Year Scholarship Applications Due December 5th

Named after Michael H. Coleman, a young Hanover Park resident who passed away in 2011, this scholarship program is designed to recognize and encourage excellence in the young people of Hanover Park. Students are judged on academic initiative, career initiative, leadership initiative and community initiative. Each year, a high school senior is selected as the Hanover Park "Youth of the Year."

The Youth of the Year Scholarship was established by the Village of Hanover Park to honor and recognize the contributions of graduating high school students who reside in Hanover Park. Each year, Hanover Park high school seniors are invited to participate in this program. Although considered, academics are secondary to the student’s involvement in serving the Hanover Park community. The Village knows there are several ways in which youth are involved in improving both themselves and the Village of Hanover Park and acknowledge those achievements by awarding a $1,000 scholarship and four $500 runner up scholarships.

For information on how to apply, visit our website. Applications are due by December 5. 


HP Community Food Drive

Hanover Park Community Food Drive

The Village of Hanover Park and the Hanover Park Park District are hosting a food drive to support the food pantries of our four townships - Hanover Township,  Schaumburg Township, Bloomingdale Township, and Wayne Township!

You can drop off your donations at Village Hall, 2121 W. Lake Street or the Park District, 1919 Walnut Ave. Stop by either location to drop off your contributions! Donations will be collected through December 5th. 

Examples of most needed items include: canned vegetables, canned tomato products, pasta, ramen noodles, cereal, peanut butter, Hamburger Helper, and paper products. 

If you wish to donate directly to your township, please visit their websites for more information:

Bloomingdale Township: www.bloomingdaletownship.com

Hanover Township: www.hanover-township.org

Schaumburg Township: www.schaumburgtownship.org

Wayne Township: www.waynetwp-il.org

Not sure which township you live in? Check out our map! Townships provide vital support to our community, including food assistance, senior & youth programs, transportation services, welfare services & more.

Township Boundary Map

Garbage Collection

Holiday Solid Waste Collection Schedule


As the holiday season approaches, refuse collection days will be affected by the placement of the holidays on the calendar.

During the week of Thanksgiving, the collection date will be Saturday, Nov. 29.

During the week of Christmas, the collection date will be Saturday, Dec. 27. 

During the week of New Year’s Day, the collection date will be Saturday, Jan. 3.

Please call Groot at (630) 469-1036 or Public Works at (630) 823-5700 with any questions.


2025 Construction Projects

Construction Updates 

If you have any project questions, contact Engineering at 630-823-5700 or visit www.hpil.org/1234/current-projects.

2025 Watermain Replacement Update: All concrete work is complete. The contractor began removing and replacing the roads. Access to driveways may be temporarily interrupted while work takes place in front of a home. Please allow for additional travel time during the paving work.   

2025 Pavement Striping Update: This week, the contractor finished replacing pavement striping on various streets throughout the Village.

Fiber Installation (AT&T): AT&T has several fiber installation projects throughout the Village. Any questions or concerns about these projects should be directed to AT&T’s Construction Hotline at 800-843-6581. If you leave your name, address, and phone number, they will follow up within 48 hours. 

Arlington Drive Bridge Replacement Update: This week, the contractor will install the water main across the river; all other work has been delayed due to AT&T.

Arlington Dr Bridge Detour

Tree Lighting Ceremony - December 5th

Get Ready for a Winter Wonderland! 

Step into a Winter Wonderland on December 5th at the Ontarioville Plaza from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM for the Village's annual tree lighting event. Come visit Santa's Toy Shop, take a selfie with Santa, and meet his reindeer! There will also be s'mores, hot cocoa & cookies, face painting, and mini train rides. Fun for everyone!

The Partners for Our Communities (POC) will also be hosting a coat drive during the event. They will be accepting new or gently used coats, hats, or gloves as donations.


What's Happening at Your Local Library?

Schaumburg Township District Library - Hanover Park Branch

  • Evening Movie Showing - Free Birds, Nov. 19 6:30 PM: Drop by the library Wednesday evening to watch the movie, Free Birds. 
  • Music Party - Nov. 20 6:00PM 6:30 PM: Caregivers can bring their 0 - 5 year old children to jam out to songs, play instruments, and listen to a story! Visit the library's website to register.
  • STEAM Discovery: Animals in Winter - Dec. 3 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Join the library in learning how the furry and feathered friends we see in our neighborhoods adapt to the cold weather. Visit the library's website to register.
  • Special Family Storytime with Hanover Park Mayor - Dec. 9 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Bring the whole family for fun with stories, songs, and an activity with Hanover Park Mayor, Rodney Craig.

For more events, visit the Schaumburg Township District Library's website.

Poplar Creek Library - Sonya Crawshaw Branch

  • Tiny Art Show Voting is Open: Stop by the Library's display case located in the Art Gallery hallway to view our community Tiny Art Show and cast your vote for your favorite mini masterpiece. Prizes will be awarded in each age group, and your vote helps decide the winners! All ages are welcome to participate. To vote online, visit the library's website. 
  • Family Concert Series - Jack Wilson @ Main Branch - Nov. 16 2:00 PM: Join the Library in listening to guitarist, Jack Wilson, from the Chicagoland area. Registration for this event is required. Visit the library's website to register.
  • Video Game Tournament @ Main Branch - Nov. 22 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Come and test your skills at the video game tournament, playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate & Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch. This event is for teens only. Visit the library's website to register.

For more events, visit the Poplar Creek Library's website.



Volunteer

Join a Committee Today! 

Hanover Park has many committees and commissions where you can volunteer your time and give back to the community! There are several committees with open positions available including the Cultural Inclusion and Diversity Committee, the Development Commission, the Environmental Committee, and our Sister Cities Committee.

To learn more about these committees or to apply to join, visit our website!



Thank You Corporate Partners!

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Upcoming Meetings

Tuesday, November 18
Cultural Inclusion & Diversity Committee Meeting

Thursday, November 20
Village Board of Trustees Meeting



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