Bourbonnais, IL – Wednesday, January 10, 2024, Village of Bourbonnais officials kicked off the New Year hosting a public workshop for residents to provide input on Riverfront Park. The 10.7-acre park is nestled along the Kankakee River at 1200 Canterbury Lane and is one of the village’s largest premier parks. Remaining untouched for the past 20 years, the park is the latest in the Imagine Bourbonnais initiative inviting the community to participate in its future via a Master Planning process.
Bourbonnais, IL – The seventh annual Chocolate Tour returns Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Bishop McNamara Bourbonnais 324 E. Marsile St. The community event is cohosted by the Village of Bourbonnais and Bourbonnais Township Park District, in conjunction with title sponsor Sweet Street. 350 tickets went on sale to the public Wednesday, December 13, 2023, and sold out online in approximately an hour and a half.
Bourbonnais, IL — The holidays are a time for caring and sharing, which is why the Bourbonnais Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to spread the word about the dangers of impaired driving with a “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. Get a DUI.” enforcement campaign. Through Jan. 2, law enforcement across Illinois will show zero tolerance for alcohol- and drug-impaired driving to keep our roads safe and help ensure a happy holiday season.
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais is pleased to announce the winners for the fourth annual “Very Merry Coloring Contest” sponsored by Aqua Illinois and Koehler Sports & Spinal Rehab. The contest was open to village residents of all ages and free to participate. The custom Bourbonnais coloring page could be downloaded and printed directly at home or copies were available at village hall. A total of 83 entries were received by the contest deadline December 18.
Bourbonnais, IL – Following a successful December opening, the Village of Bourbonnais announces half-price skate tickets during the month of January for the rink at 155 S. Rivard St. Residents can purchase $5 tickets online for an hour on the synthetic ice and the fee includes skate rental. Outside skates are welcomed; however, figure skates are prohibited.
Bourbonnais, IL – The “Holiday Homes & Holly Jolly Lighting Contest,” sponsored by ComEd and Brandon Casey’s Comfort Crew, continues to illuminate the Village of Bourbonnais through December 25. The fourth annual event began December 1 and encouraged residential festive lighting and decorations. Participants could enter for a chance to win in both Traditional and People’s Choice categories. An online map of 30 holiday homes is currently available for viewing here.
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais announces its mobile ice rink is ready for public use at 155 S. Rivard St. Saturday, December 9, is set as the official opening day for the synthetic 73 foot by 50-foot outdoor rink. Residents can purchase tickets online for an hour and a half on the ice and the fee includes skate rental. Outside skates are welcomed; however, figure skates are prohibited.
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais kicks off the holiday season with the third annual “Rockin’ Around the Tree Lighting.” Hear holiday carols from Bourbonnais students Thursday, November 30, at 6 p.m. The community is invited to attend the festive outdoor event held at 131 S. Main St.
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais presents the fourth annual “Very Merry Coloring Contest” sponsored by Aqua Illinois and Koehler Sports & Spinal Rehab. This free activity is open to village residents and provides a festive experience for all ages. The custom Bourbonnais coloring page can be downloaded and printed from villageofbourbonnais.com. Copies are also available at the Administration Office during business hours at 600 Main Street NW.
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais presents the fourth annual “Holiday Homes & Holly Jolly Lighting Contest.” The community event encourages outdoor festive lighting and decorations during the holiday season. An online map of all entry addresses will be available for public viewing December 1 through the 25. Returning this year is the option to choose participation solely as a “Holiday Home” on the tour or additionally be included in the “Holly Jolly Lighting Contest.”