Friendship Festival Celebrates 50 Years
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Road closures and event details announced
The Village of Bourbonnais is proud to welcome back the Bourbonnais Friendship Festival, celebrating its 50th anniversary Wednesday, June 25 through Sunday, June 29 at The Grove at Goselin Park – 700 Main St. NW. This year’s milestone event coincides with the Village’s Sesquicentennial, commemorating 150 years of Bourbonnais. The festival itself originated from the Village's Centennial celebration.
Law Enforcement Torch Run Heats Up Bourbonnais
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Police pass the torch on June 18
The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois will make its way through Kankakee County Wednesday, June 19. 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).
Free Summer Fun at The Grove
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Bourbonnais Kicks Off Summer with Free Fun at The Grove
The Village of Bourbonnais is excited to announce its 2025 summer events at The Grove at Goselin Park—located at 700 Main St. NW. From food trucks and live music to yoga and movies under the stars, there’s something for all ages to enjoy in June!
From Soiree to Hooray
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Free community celebration set for Saturday, May 17
The Village of Bourbonnais is excited to announce its Sesquicentennial celebration kickoff event. Incorporated in 1875, the village is commemorating 150 years as a community with special events for residents throughout 2025.
Originally planned as a formal outdoor gala, Soirée de Bourbonnais has transitioned into Hooray, Bourbonnais! — a more inclusive free-to-the-public celebration on Saturday, May 17, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Grove at Goselin Park, 700 Main St. NW.
Soiree de Bourbonnais to Kick Off Sesquicentennial
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Tickets on sale for outdoor gala May 17
The Village of Bourbonnais is excited to announce its Sesquicentennial. Incorporated in 1875, the village will celebrate 150 years as a community with special events for residents throughout 2025. Commencing the Sesquicentennial will be Soirée de Bourbonnais — an outdoor formal gala — Saturday, May 17, at The Grove at Goselin Park, 700 Main St. NW.
Ensuring Long-Term Financial Stability
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A Village of Bourbonnais Sewer Sale Review
Regarding the renewed interest in the Village of Bourbonnais sewer sale, and in response to false narratives online, the Village Board would like to clarify and remind residents of the transparent information previously provided and directly shared with each household.
‘Brrrbonnais’ PD Prepare for Polar Plunge
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Donations accepted for Special Olympics Illinois athletes
Bourbonnais Police kick off their 2025 Special Olympics Illinois fundraising efforts with the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge. Sunday, March 2, officers will participate in a special plunge down the viewing hill at The Grove located at 700 Main St. NW starting at noon.
In-person donations can be made at the Bourbonnais Police Station at 700 Main St. NW Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Online donations can be made to the ‘Brrrbonnais’ Police team by visiting: https://support.soill.org/team/636903
Bourbonnais Welcomes Scout Day
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Proclaims February 2 - February 8 as 'Scout Week'
At the Village of Bourbonnais Board Meeting held on Monday, February 3, 2025, village officials proclaimed February 2 through February 8 as ‘Scout Week’. As a part of ‘Scout Week’, the Village of Bourbonnais hosted ‘Scout Day’ – an event welcoming Scouts to experience a day in the life of local government.
Senator Joyce Secures Grant
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$110k for Bourbonnais park project for new riverfront land
The Village of Bourbonnais is excited to announce that it is the recipient of a $110,000 member initiative grant. The news of the allocation, from Senator Patrick Joyce, follows a recent notice that 6.63 acres of parkland had been donated to the Village of Bourbonnais. Three parcels, adjacent to Riverfront Park with an approximate 600 feet of river frontage, were gifted by the Johnston family.
Riverfront Land Donated
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Johnston family gifts six acres to village
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais is excited to announce that 6.63 acres of parkland have been graciously donated to the village. Three parcels, adjacent to Riverfront Park with an approximate 600 feet of river frontage, have been contributed by the Johnston family.
The community connection arose as a result of the village’s ‘Imagine Bourbonnais’ planning process, including a public open house, and marketing campaign for Riverfront Park that commenced this time last year.
Due to the significant endowment, the village placed a temporary halt on the ‘Imagine Bourbonnais’ master planning and public engagement process for Riverfront Park. Adding this amount of acreage to the park alters the scope of the project for the public, stated Bourbonnais Mayor, Paul Schore.
