Wheaton Unveils Mural as a Part of the "Waves of DuPage Beautiful Cities Public Art Project"

Take a look at this video which showcases the unveiling of Wheaton's commissioned mural outside Wheaton Public Library, which is part of this summer's Waves of DuPage Beautiful Cities Public Art project! To celebrate the exhibit "Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World" at the McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage Cleve Carney Museum of Art, an artist recreated an iconic Wheaton landmark in the ukiyo-e style. Guest speakers highlighted the mural as we dive into of a summer filled with Japanese art and culture-related experiences.

The mural is provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library, City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission, Downtown Wheaton Association and Wheaton Park District.

Temporary Road Closures Now through Sunday, June 8 for Cream of Wheaton

The 2025 Cream of Wheaton, hosted by the Wheaton Park District and the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce, will take place Thursday, June 5, to Sunday, June 8.

Please note these road closures associated with the Cream of Wheaton on Liberty Drive and events in Memorial Park:

• Now through Sunday, June 8:
  • Liberty Drive will be closed between Wheaton Avenue and Cross Street, including Parking Lots 3, 4, and 5 along Liberty Drive
  • Karlskoga Avenue will be closed from Wheaton Avenue to Hale Street
  • Hale Street will be closed from Wesley Street to Seminary Avenue
• Thursday, June 5 through Sunday, June 8:
  • Hale Street will be closed from the alley south of Liberty Drive to Union Avenue

View a map of the road closures.

French Market Relocation on Saturday, June 7 for Cream of Wheaton

Due to the Cream of Wheaton, the French Market will be temporarily relocated to Liberty Drive and Reber Street on Saturday, June 7.

• Roads temporarily closed include:
  • Reber Street will be closed between Liberty Drive and Willow Avenue

Temporary Road Closures for Cosley Zoo Run on Saturday, June 7

The Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K, 10K & Kids’ 1/2 Mile is on Saturday, June 7. Please note these temporary road closures from approximately 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.:

• Main Street, between Seminary Avenue and Hawthorne Boulevard
• Wheaton Avenue, between Prairie Avenue and Wesley Street
• West Street, between Oak Avenue and Northside Park
• Seminary/College Avenue, between Hale Street and President Street
• Union Avenue, between West Street and Scott Street
• Franklin Street, between West Street and Scott Street
• Lincoln Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Jefferson Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Madison Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Harrison Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Harrison Avenue, between Howard Street and President Street
• Forest Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Oak Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Prairie Avenue, between West Street and Main Street
• Thomas Road, between Papworth Street and Darling Street
• Armbrust Avenue, between Papworth Street and Darling Street
• Papworth Street, between Armbrust Avenue and Thomas Road
• Wakeman Avenue, between Main Street and Santa Rosa Avenue
• Cadillac Drive, between Santa Rosa Avenue and Webster Avenue
• Webster Avenue, between Cadillac Drive and Forest Avenue
• Webster Avenue, between North Path and University Place
• Forest Avenue, between Howard Street and Webster Avenue
• Howard Street, between Forest Avenue and Harrison Avenue
• Howard Street, between University Place and College Avenue
• University Place, between Howard Street and Webster Avenue
• Cherry Street, between Harrison Avenue and North Path
• North Path, between Cherry Street and Webster Avenue
• Scott Street, between Franklin Street and Seminary Avenue

During the event, these streets will be staffed with uniformed officers to assist and direct traffic. Residents, citizens, and motorists are being asked for their cooperation in not moving the barricades to ensure the safety of the runners. Motorists may experience temporary traffic delays and may choose to alter their travel route to avoid these areas.

View a map of the road closures.

The Wheaton Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission is providing a free Bike Valet service from 6:30-11 a.m. for participants in the Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K, 10K & Kids’ 1/2 Mile on Saturday, June 7. Race participants can ride to the Longfellow Elementary schoolyard on Wheaton Avenue near Union Avenue, leave their bike with on-site volunteers, and use a claim slip to retrieve it after the race.

Next Neighborhood Roll Call Event: Tuesday, June 10

The Wheaton Police Department has brought back its Neighborhood Roll Calls this summer! In partnership with Community Unit School District (CUSD) 200, Neighborhood Roll Calls have a special focus on how CUSD 200 and the Wheaton Police Department are working together to keep Wheaton’s school communities safe.

The next Neighborhood Roll Call is on Tuesday, June 10, 6:30 p.m., at Lowell Elementary School, 312 S. President St. This event will include the following schools: Lincoln Elementary School and Lowell Elementary School.

While each event is held at an individual school, they are organized to include other nearby schools. Residents are encouraged to attend the event associated with their school to meet the officers and school leaders who serve their area. These events are open to everyone in the community, and there will be fun activities for children. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

Visit www.wheaton.il.us/RollCall to view a map of events, dates, and find the Roll Call closest to you.

Help Prevent Mosquito-Transmitted Diseases

Each year, the Wheaton Mosquito Abatement District (a separate government entity from the City of Wheaton) monitors the area for mosquito transmitted diseases, such as West Nile Virus (WNV), with the Illinois Department of Health, DuPage County Health Department, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, and Clarke Environmental Mosquito Management, Inc. (Clarke).

Under the authority of the Illinois Mosquito Abatement District, field technicians perform mosquito control activities on public and private properties for the control of mosquitoes and protection of public health. This includes adult mosquito population surveillance, larval site monitoring, biological control, and strategic use of EPA labeled and registered pesticide products, if necessary.

WNV is spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Individuals can take the following steps to protect themselves against infection and assist in the fight against WNV:

• If outdoors when mosquitoes are active, dress in light-colored, long-sleeved clothing, long pants, and socks during prime mosquito hours.
• Discard any outdoor container that might hold water.
• Residents should report neglected pools to Clarke by contacting 1-800-942-2555 or wmad@clarke.com. 
• Keep grass cut short and shrubbery well-trimmed.
• Do not dump grass clippings into low lying areas that collect water after rainfall.
• Report dead birds on your property to the DuPage County Health Department by contacting 630-682-7400.

To receive timely updates about mosquito spraying and other City-related news, sign up for Wheaton Informs at www.wheaton.il.us/inform.