Village of Oswego, Illinois

09/15/2026

Village Board Meetings tonight!

Committee of the Whole - 6 p.m.
Village Board Meeting - 7 p.m.

Both meetings are being live streamed and recorded: www.oswegoil.org/watch

The public is always welcome to attend in person at Village Hall (100 Parkers Mill, Oswego) and share comments at the start of each meeting.

09/14/2026

Help shape the future of walking and bicycling in Oswego!

The Village of Oswego is nearing the final stages of its Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and wants to hear from the community.

Stop by the Open House on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Oswego Village Hall Community Room, 100 Parkers Mill. There will be no formal presentation, so drop in anytime during the event to learn more about the planning process, review proposed recommendations and implementation strategies, and share your feedback.

(Oswego Village Hall Community Room, 100 Parkers Mill)

Visit the project webpage: www.oswegoil.org/plans to learn more about the plan and how to get involved.

09/14/2026

The Village's mosquito control contractor, Clarke, will spray the entire village tonight, Sept. 14. Spraying begins at dusk when mosquitoes are most active and continues into the morning hours.

To learn more about the Village's mosquito program, including information about specific products used and environmental initiatives, check out our website: https://www.oswegoil.org/services/mosquito-control

09/12/2026

Discover the work of local photographer Ronda Bennett at the latest Art at Village Hall exhibition.

A lifelong Oswego resident, Ronda has spent her entire life in the same home, making her connection to the community especially meaningful. Her photography has earned several ribbons at local art shows and the Sandwich Fair, and she enjoys finding creative inspiration in the people and places around her.

Beyond photography, Ronda is a longtime member of Oswego’s Hilltop Gardeners Garden Club and enjoys gardening, crafting, playing on local billiards league teams and spending time with family and friends.

Stop by Village Hall to experience Ronda’s work in person and celebrate the creativity of a talented local artist. Her collection will be on display now through November, so be sure to stop by before the exhibition comes down!

Village Hall is located at 100 Parkers Mill in Oswego and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Learn more about Art at Village Hall and the Cultural Arts Commission: www.oswegoil.org/CAC

09/11/2026

🚧 WaterLink Construction Update: Roth Road Closure

WaterLink construction is progressing west of Harvey Road along Wolfs Crossing Road, within the right of way on the south side of the road.

𝗥𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲: Beginning as early as Tuesday, Sept. 15, a section of Roth Road will be completely closed from Wolfs Crossing Road to just north of Magical Garden Center.

Local traffic should follow the posted detour shown in the detour map. The closure is anticipated to last approximately two weeks once implemented.

Questions? Visit waterlinkpipeline.com for more information and to sign up for WaterLink construction updates.

09/11/2026

Today, we come together as a nation to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the families who continue to carry their memories. We also pay tribute to the brave first responders and countless people who risked their lives to save others. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

09/10/2026

A new Little Library has recently been installed in the Village of Oswego, bringing another opportunity for neighbors to share books, discover new stories and connect with one another right in their own neighborhood.

The Village of Oswego’s Cultural Arts Commission launched the Little Libraries Program to spark creativity, support literacy and strengthen connections between neighbors. Selected residents receive a Village-provided Little Library, installed at no cost on their property.

Help us keep the program growing by taking a look around your neighborhood and seeing if you can spot a Little Library near you. Explore the Free Library World Map at: https://littlefreelibrary.org/map/

For more information on Litte Libraries visit: https://www.oswegoil.org/government/boards-commissions/cultural-arts-commission

09/10/2026

Oswego Update September 10: Boots, Bourbon & BBQ Program, Cultural Arts Commission Updates, CMAP Survey and It’s Our Fox River Day

Oswego Update September 10: Boots, Bourbon & BBQ Program, Cultural Arts Commission Updates, CMAP Survey and It’s Our Fox River Day Village of Oswego sent this bulletin at 09/10/2026 04:07 PM CDT View as a webpage / Share Click to edit this placeholder text. Oswego News September 10, 2026 What’s ...

09/10/2026

Looking for a fun activity for all ages? Oswego Public Library District is hosting Build a Lantern on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 6- 7:30 pm at the Oswego Campus.

Participants can build and decorate a lantern to use during the Oswego Lantern Parade on Oct. 17!

Registration is required. Visit the post below to register and learn more.

Build a Lantern takes place on Thursday, September 24 at the Oswego Campus from 6:00 - 7:30 pm for all ages. Build and decorate a lantern to use for the Oswego Lantern Parade on October 17.

Registration required. Visit our website to register:
https://www.oswego.lib.il.us/event/build-lantern-oswego-lantern-parade-26529

09/09/2026

Boots, Bourbon & BBQ is almost here, and ladies, Bella-gia Boutique has got your outfit covered!

From dresses and the cutest flannels to cowboy hats and all the country-chic details, they have everything you need to put together the perfect look for the event. The outfit inspiration is endless when you shop local.

A special thank you to the amazing ladies at Bella-gia for taking the time to hang out with us and be part of our photoshoot. We had so much fun, and we can’t wait to see everyone’s Boots, Bourbon & BBQ looks.

Still looking for tickets to the show? Visit: https://events.oswegoil.org/e/boots-2026 for general admission and bourbon tasting tickets. This is a party you won’t want to miss.