Splash Away in Bourbonnais
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Splash pad open at The Grove through September 22
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais announces its splash pad located at The Grove at Goselin Park, 700 Main St. NW, will remain open through Sunday, September 22.
Food Truck Fest Features More Than Food
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National acts perform for The Grove Premier
Bourbonnais, IL – Bourbonnais Food Truck Fest, presented by Brandon Casey’s Comfort Crew, rolls into the village, Saturday, August 17, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. The fourth annual event, hosted by the Village of Bourbonnais, features the premier of The Grove – a 12.5-acre, all-season cultural, recreational and economic hub located at Goselin Park 700 Main St. NW.
Mosquito Fogging 101
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Mosquito Fogging - What to Know
Bourbonnais, IL – As summer is quickly approaching, our Public Works team is preparing to start their seasonal mosquito ‘fogging’ to reduce the mosquito population in our area.
The operation will begin with treatment of standing water, but our Public Works department will use a misting, or ‘fogging,’ technique starting Monday, June 3.
Law Enforcement Torch Run Heats Up
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Police pass the torch June 5
Bourbonnais, IL – The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois will make its way through Kankakee County Wednesday, June 5. Police officers throughout the county will be participating in the intrastate relay. Bourbonnais Police will be passed the Flame of Hope and begin their role as “Guardians of the Flame” beginning at approximately 1:00 p.m. from 9000N Road in Manteno and heading southbound on N. Convent St. (Route 45/52).
Vera Amiano’s Community Garden Blooming
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Planting season May 1–Nov 1
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais is pleased to announce the return of its community garden at Jordan Park. The six-feet-by-four-feet plots are offered to village residents to rent for $10 each and on a first come, first served basis. Applications are now available here and in person at the Administration Office at 600 Main Street NW. Planting season blossoms from May 1 through November 1.
Police Remind Residents to Celebrate Safely
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Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over this St. Patrick’s Day
Bourbonnais, IL — St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and many Illinoisans will be celebrating with parades and parties featuring green beer and cocktails. To remind motorists of the dangers of drunk driving and to help keep our streets safe, Bourbonnais Police is teaming up with the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation for a stepped-up traffic safety campaign beginning Friday, March 8, through Monday, March 18.
Sold-Out Chocolate Tour Success
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Seventh year yields sweet results
Bourbonnais, IL – The annual sold-out Chocolate Tour made its way through Bourbonnais, Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For the second consecutive year, the winter event was held at the Bishop McNamara Bourbonnais Site, while construction continues on the village’s Community Campus. Cohosted by the Village of Bourbonnais and Bourbonnais Township Park District, in conjunction with title sponsor Sweet Street, 350 participants explored Bourbonnais businesses while indulging in sweet treats and more at each stop. Those who visited all 40 locations were eligible to win the grand prize, courtesy of Andaul Jewelers, and a runner-up grand prize, courtesy of Bourbonnais Friendship Festival.
St. Patrick’s Day Senior Celebration Returns
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Tickets on sale through March 1
Bourbonnais, IL – The St. Patrick’s Day senior dinner returns Wednesday, March 13, 2024. The annual event is sponsored in part by the Villages of Bradley and Bourbonnais, Bourbonnais Township and Bourbonnais Township Park District. The celebration brings together Bourbonnais Township senior citizen residents, ages 55 and older, for an old-fashioned Irish dinner, entertainment and a night of festive fun at Quality Inn & Suites located at 800 North Kinzie Avenue in Bradley.
Bourbonnais Police Prepare for Polar Plunge
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Donations being accepted for Special Olympics Illinois athletes
Bourbonnais, IL — Bourbonnais Police kick off their 2024 Special Olympics Illinois fundraising efforts with the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge. Saturday, March 2, officers will take an icy dip in Lake Manteno at the Manteno Sportsmen’s Club located at 851 N. Main St. starting at 2:00 p.m.
Road Ranger Celebrates 50th Store
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Travel center grand opening in Bourbonnais February 12
Bourbonnais, IL – Monday, February 12, 2024, Village of Bourbonnais officials will welcome Road Ranger Travel Center to their new location off Interstate 57 at exit 318 Bourbonnais Parkway. Road Ranger will be celebrating the grand opening of their 50th store and 24th located in Illinois.
