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May 29, 2026


Save the Date for our June Events! 

Apiary Open House - Saturday, June 6th

Join the Hanover Park Environmental Committee at our Apiary Open House on June 6th from 1:00 PM to 4:00PM. This event is held at 2500 Army Trail Road. Visit our beehives, learn about honeybees, and how you can get started keeping honeybees in Hanover Park! There will be free giveaways and activities for kids!

Apiary Open House June 6th 1:00Pm to 4:00PM with picture

Movie in the Park - Friday, June 19th 

Movies in the Park are back for the summer! We are kicking off the season with the movie, National Treasure, on June 19th in East Harbor Park! Be sure to bring your family and friends, along with lawn chairs and blankets. Games and activities start at 7:45 PM with the movie kicking off at dusk.

There will be activities celebrating America's 250th Anniversary. The Village's Historic Committee will have a table with information about Hanover Park's history. Kona Ice will be selling treats!

Poster for "Movie in the Park" featuring "National Treasure" on June 19, 2026, at East Harbor Park. The event includes games and activities before the movie, which starts at dusk. Free admission. Visit www.HPIL.org for more information.

Juneteenth Celebration - Saturday, June 20th 

The Hanover Park Sister Cities Committee and Friends of Sister Cities are pleased to host this year's Juneteenth Celebration! Join in the fun with live music, DJ, food, games, and more on June 20th at the Hanover Park Sports Complex from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. 

If you are interested in advertising in the event program booklet, please contact the Friends of Sister Cities at friendsofsistercitieshp@gmail.com.

A flyer for a Juneteenth Celebration hosted by The Village of Hanover Park Sister Cities Committee and Friends of Sister Cities Hanover Park on Saturday, June 20, 2028, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Hanover Park Sports Complex. The event features family, friends, food, and fun with live entertainment, food trucks, and games.

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Construction Updates

2026 Resurfacing Update: This week, the contractor performed full-depth reclamation on Morton, Mallow, and Lawrence. They also began paving first layer of new asphalt.

Center Avenue Sidewalk Update: The contractor has completed landscape restoration. Only minor punch list work remains.

Lake Street Multi-Use Path Update: The contractor worked on the traffic signal updates for the multi-use path. They are also removing sidewalk for the new path. This project will include daily lane closures along Lake Street from Church Street/Metra Station to Turnberry Drive.

Fiber Installation (Lumos/T-Mobile): Lumos/T-Mobile has several fiber installation projects throughout the Village. These are not Village-run projects. Any questions or concerns about these projects should be directed to Lumos’s Construction Hotline at 800-905-9017. If you leave your name, address, and phone number, they will follow up within 48 hours. 

Fiber Installation (AT&T): AT&T has resumed its fiber installation projects throughout the Village. These are not Village-run projects. 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. 

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


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Inspectional Services New Digital Services

The Hanover Fire Department Inspectional Services Division has enhanced its operations to provide a safe and convenient process for conducting business with the Village.  All documents required to apply for building permits, contractor licenses, or business licenses can now be submitted digitally using our online forms.  We will review your submittal, communicate any necessary information, and issue your permit or license digitally.  We can also accept payments online and schedule any inspections needed by email.  All email submittals and requests can be sent to iservices@hpil.org.

A fully digital process means a more efficient review process and a safer transaction for everyone.  Applying for a building permit, license or scheduling inspections has never been more convenient!

Questions regarding this service may be directed to the Inspectional Services Division by calling 630-823-5860 or emailing iservices@hpil.org.


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Be Prepared for an Emergency: Learn CPR.  Save a Life.  

In a cardiac emergency, every minute counts. CPR can double or even triple the chance of survival. Protecting your family, your friends, and your community starts with being prepared. The Hanover Park Fire Department offers CPR training, which includes learning child and adult CPR, how to help a choking victim, and how to operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The next class for the general public is on Saturday, June 20th. 

For more information and to register for a class, visit the Hanover Park Fire Department website.


Heritage Park Pop Up Flyer

Hanover Park Park District Update

Next Tuesday, June 2nd, the Park District is hosting a Park Pop-Up at Heritage Park, 5540 Arlington Dr W. at 11:30AM. Families will have the opportunity to meet with local outreach organizations and learn about resources and programs available to the community. The Village will have a table too! There will be games, prizes, and cool treats to kick off summer break - we hope to see you there!

Seafari Spring's Opening Day is June 6th. Join the Park District from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. 2026 season passes are now available for the water park. All visitors entering must either have a Seafari Springs Aquatic Center 2026 season pass or a daily ticket. Children under 13 must be accompanied by and supervised by a guardian 16 years old or older.  For safety reasons, children cannot be left unattended on the pool deck. Visit the Park District's website for season pass rates and operating hours.

Poster for Seafari Springs Aquatic Center announcing "Opening Day June 6" with special hours from 1 PM to 7 PM. It details season pass rates and daily admission prices, along with open swim hours. The bottom of the poster includes the park's website, phone number, address, and social media icons.

What's Happening at Your Local Library?

Schaumburg Township District Library - Hanover Park Branch

Plant a Seed, Read Summer Challenge - May 26 - August 1:  Sign up is now available. Participants can come in and pick up a reading log or track their reading progress on Beanstack. If you already have an account from last year, use the same login information. (Hint: Your username is your email or phone number).

  • Kids (ages 0 to 11) Read for 40 days and earn a badge for every 10 days of reading. Read for 40 days to finish the challenge and earn a FREE BOOK!
  • Teens (ages 12 to 19) Read for 40 days to finish the challenge and earn a FREE BOOK! All reading counts, whether it is 5 minutes or 105 minutes. Includes graphic novels, magazines, eBooks, audiobooks, or school reading.
  • Adults (20+) Read for 40 days to finish the challenge and earn a FREE SUCCULENT PLANT! All reading counts, whether you are reading to your children or a report for work.

Family Storytime - June 3 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Start your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun. For children ages 0-5 with caregiver. 

Free Summer Meals - June 8 - August 7 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Stop by the library for a free, nutritious lunch. Meals are available to all children 18 and under, Mondays - Fridays, June 8 through August 7.

The Library has partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to be a summer meals distribution site. The federal Summer Meals program requires that children eat their meals on site. Activities will be available for children to enjoy in the Library during meal distribution.

Summer Meals are part of the Summer Food Service Program funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the Illinois State Board of Education. 

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

Poplar Creek Public Library - Sonya Crawshaw Branch

Take & Make Craft @ Main Branch - June 1 - June 30: Enjoy a relaxing, all-in-one painting experience from the comfort of your own home. While supplies last. Pick this Take & Make up of Water Color Paint Pallets from Studio1405 on the lower level of the library.

Tai Chi Tuesdays @ Main Branch - June 2 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Are you looking for a way to relax after school or work? Try Tai Chi, a Chinese martial art combining gentle movements and deep breaths that has existed for thousands of years. This program uses a follow-the-leader style that is perfect for beginners. Led by Sherry Matonis, a Tai Chi instructor and black belt. Wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes.

Summer Reading Kickoff @ Main Branch - June 7 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Begin your epic reading journey with a free, family-friendly kickoff celebration for the library's “Reading is Epic” Summer Reading Challenge! Join the library for an interactive magic show performed by Scott Piner and free shaved ice from the Kona Ice food truck. While supplies last. 

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


Streamwood & Hanover Park Stories: A Community Oral History Project

Poplar Creek Public Library is interviewing longtime Streamwood & Hanover Park residents about their experiences living here. The interviews will be made public and shared in the library's digital history collection, found at pclib.org/history. Interviews will run from 15 to 60 minutes. 

Interested in scheduling an interview? Please call Lisa Mueller at 331.808.3535 or email lmueller@pclib.org. 

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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!



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