Thank You for Attending National Night Out

Thank you to everyone who came out to Northside Park for the Wheaton Police Department's National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5! From fishing with officers and seeing K9 demonstrations to meeting members of the Wheaton Fire Department, checking out the touch-a-truck, and more — it was an evening full of memorable moments.

A special thank you to the many community groups and local businesses who helped make this event possible. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

Get Involved: City of Wheaton Board & Commission Openings

Do you want to make a difference in the Wheaton community? Get involved by applying for an open position on one of the Boards or Commissions! 

Interested? Apply using the City's online Boards & Commissions Application Form. You can also find out more about the Boards & Commissions, and view current openings, by visiting the City's website.

Mosquito Spraying Planned for August 7

The Wheaton Mosquito Abatement District has notified the City of Wheaton that, weather permitting, its crews will spray for mosquitoes on Thursday, Aug. 7. Applications are typically made from dusk until 2 a.m.

To be notified by phone when future mosquito spraying will take place, call 1-800-942-2555.

The Wheaton Mosquito Abatement District is a separate entity from the City of Wheaton. The District covers 23 square miles and includes most of Wheaton as well as sections of Carol Stream, Glendale Heights and unincorporated Milton Township. Questions and comments about the District’s integrated mosquito management program should be directed to its service contractor, Clarke (www.clarke.com). Their mosquito hotline number is 1-800-942-2555.

Downtown Wheaton Association to Host "Family Fun Tent: Mermaid & Bubble Party" on Saturday

Join the Downtown Wheaton Association on Saturday, Aug. 9, 10:30-11:15 a.m., to see bubble makers fill the "W" tent with captivating bubble artistry, designed to thrill children, adults, and everyone in between. The "W" Tent is located on Front Street just west of Main Street. For more information, visit the DWA's website.

Upcoming Library Events

To learn more, please visit www.wheatonlibrary.org/calendar.

Friends Annual Book & Media Sale
Aug. 7-11, In-person
Wheaton Public Library
225 N. Cross St.

This sale features thousands of books for all ages, CDs, LP records, DVDs, Blu-rays, audiobooks, and video games.

Concert: Front Row
Tuesday, Aug. 12, In-person
7 p.m.
Memorial Park
225 Karlskoga Ave.

This local rock ‘n roll oldies cover band will play hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Please note, due to West Plaza construction, this concert will be held at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave. No registration required.

Upcoming Meetings

Community Relations Commission
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

Planning & Zoning Board and Public Hearing
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.

The City Council Planning Session scheduled for Monday, Aug. 11 has been canceled.